Pete Buttigieg says the Supreme Court ruling making workplace discrimination against LGBTQ+ members illegal in the U.S. is a step forward — but there’s way more walking to do. SUBSCRIBE: http://tmz.me/wONe5NO About TMZ: TMZ has consistently been credited for breaking the biggest stories dominating the entertainment news landscape and changed the way the public gets
Breaking News Ryan Guettler — a BMX star and former X Games medalist — was arrested after he was accused of firing off a shotgun while naked outside a North Carolina home. Cops say they responded to a call accusing Guettler of roaming the streets nude with a firearm Wednesday afternoon in Wilmington, N.C. When
Exclusive Faith Evans is off the hook in her felony domestic violence case … TMZ has learned she won’t be prosecuted for allegedly attacking Stevie J. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office tells TMZ … they are declining to prosecute the singer because the alleged victim, her husband, declined to testify against her. We
Play video content Daniel Horowitz/YouTube The City of Richmond, CA and a handful of their police officers are being hauled into court over an incident that reeks of police brutality … and it’s all on video. According to court docs — obtained by TMZ — two black men will sue the city, along with three
San Bernardino Police gunned down what’s been described as a homeless man, who they say waved what might have been a handgun at them … but it’s not clear if he was actually armed. The shooting occurred Saturday night at a gas station, where cops were responding to reports of a man brandishing a gun
Breaking News Ex-‘Teen Mom’ star Jenelle Evans appears to be leaving her volatile husband, David Eason, for good — this after the guy allegedly pistol-whipped a man and got arrested. We confirmed Eason was busted and booked Friday night out in Columbus County, North Carolina on two different charges — assault with a deadly weapon
Exclusive Bhad Bhabie has one less legal issue on her hands while she’s in rehab — because one of her foes, Skai Jackson, is tearing up her restraining order. The former Disney star just filed to have the order against Bhabie dismissed, and we’re told a judge has signed off on it … so it’s
Dave Chappelle responded to Don Lemon‘s call for celebs to speak out on the death of George Floyd in a big way … tearing into the CNN anchor on a surprise special he dropped early Friday morning. Netflix released the Chappelle special on its YouTube comedy channel, and it’s all about Dave addressing Floyd’s killing
Breaking News The mayor of the nation’s capital is calling for Washington’s NFL team to finally ax the “Redskins” nickname … saying it’s “past time” to come up with something else. The name controversy has raged for years — with U.S. Rep Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez most recently calling out the team and demanding a re-brand. D.C.
Breaking News Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien says he will join his players if they kneel during the national anthem this upcoming season … saying he’s “all for it.” B.O.B. has been one of the more outspoken coaches in sports since George Floyd‘s death … and even attended his funeral service earlier this week
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Rep. Eric Swalwell says District Attorneys across the country should not prosecute cops they normally work with on cases — there are just too many conflicts of interest, perceived and real. The Congressman from CA joined us Friday on “TMZ Live” to talk about the police reform bill Democrats are
Taylor Swift is on a crusade to rid her home state of racist statues honoring “villains” … and she wants to give them the boot forever. The singer opened up in a big way Friday, zeroing in on monuments in Nashville celebrating “racist historical figures who did evil things.” Taylor says it makes her sick
Exclusive If there’s another hand sanitizer shortage amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the federal government might be partly to blame … because it bought a bundle to keep everyone at the upcoming political conventions germ-free. According to financial docs — obtained by TMZ — the feds spent $32,353 on 400 cartons of hand sanitizer and
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Khaled Abdelghany went viral for joining a protest chant during a George Floyd demonstration, and while he’d do it again … he also wants people to know he’s proud to serve in the military. The D.C. National Guard member tells TMZ … he was never worried about choosing a side
Breaking News The Supreme Court just handed a massive win for the LGBTQ+ community … after ruling federal law protects gay and transgender people from workplace discrimination. The Justices announced the landmark ruling Monday morning, and it’s really significant. The court ruled the 1964 Civil Rights Act — which prohibits discrimination, among other things, based
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Pete Buttigieg says the Supreme Court ruling making workplace discrimination against LGBTQ+ members illegal in the U.S. is a step forward — but there’s way more walking to do. The ex-Democratic presidential candidate was on “TMZ Live” Tuesday to discuss the historic 6-3 decision SCOTUS handed down on the issue
Breaking News Katherine Williams-Dunning, daughter of country music icon Hank Williams, Jr., died Saturday night after losing control of her SUV. The 27-year-old was driving a Chevy Tahoe in Henry County, Tennessee when it began drifting across the median, triggering a rollover sequence. No other cars were involved. Katherine was pronounced dead and her husband,
Snoop Dogg led the way over the weekend — back in the music biz after months of being sidelined — shooting a music video at a famed, Sunset Strip burger joint. Snoop took over Mel’s Diner for the shoot, grabbing some food and drink in between takes. Classic cars lined the parking lot as shooting
Breaking News Beyonce is shining a light on Breonna Taylor‘s case … calling on Kentucky’s top prosecutor to bring charges against the cops who killed her during a “no-knock” search warrant in March. The pop star penned and posted an open letter on her site Sunday to Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, highlighting the fact
Barbra Streisand just gave George Floyd‘s young daughter a gift that’s worth its weight in gold — especially long term — in the form of stock to a behemoth of a company … Disney. 6-year-old Gianna Floyd posted about the nice gesture on her personal IG account, saying … “Thank You @barbrastreisand for my package,
Play video content Exclusive Going viral is often a bad thing — especially when it’s for someone’s singing to you about how “You about to lose yo job” — but turns out it’s been a potential cash cow for Julius Locklear. We broke the story … Julius is the security guard who got a melodic
Exclusive Ray J and Princess Love are pinching pennies when it comes to their once lost, but now found pooch … this according to a new lawsuit. The estranged couple is being sued by Eddie Macione, who claims he found their lost dog, Boogati, but hasn’t seen a dime of the $20,000 reward he says
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Jason Derulo is feeling accomplished — and full — after eating 20 burgers in 2 hours … and now he’s challenging The Rock to a hot dog eating showdown on the Fourth of July!!! The “Cats” star and “Swalla” singer just set the stage for what could be the biggest
Wisconsin born musician Jane Wiedlin made a name for herself as the punk rock princess and singer of The Go-Go’s in the ’80s … but for movie buffs, Jane might be known for playing the sword-wielding Joan Of Arc in the classic 1989 time-traveling buddy comedy, “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure.” Jane Wiedlin was cast
Exclusive George Floyd‘s name could be worth a lot of money in the entertainment business … and now one man is looking to lock up the rights to his name for movies and TV shows. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, a man named Munemo Mushonga filed a trademark application to use the
Exclusive Details 11:11 AM PT — Rachel Lindsay’s reacting to the news with cautious optimism. The former ‘Bachelorette’ tells TMZ … she’s happy to see a black man was finally cast after 18 years and 40 seasons, calling it a step in the right direction. That being said, Lindsay tells us, “It would be remiss
Exclusive 2:23 PM PT — Check that … a source with direct knowledge of the situation tells TMZ … Stassi’s entire tour has been canceled. 2:09 PM PT — 6/12 — The fallout continues for Stassi as more dominos continue to fall in wake of her alleged racist behavior. She had scheduled events at The
Exclusive Details Matt Alexander, who survived 21 days on “Naked and Afraid,” is now accused of beating his girlfriend and holding her against her will in a car. The former reality show contestant was arrested in Louisiana on a warrant for domestic battery and false imprisonment, after Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s deputies spoke with his
Play video content Former “SNL” cast member Jay Pharoah was jogging down a San Fernando Valley street, when multiple LAPD cops pulled their guns on him, ordered him spreadeagled on the ground and one officer then put his knee on Jay’s neck … Jay says all because he matched a vague description of a black
Matt James celebrated his new “Bachelor” status by hopping on a boat with buddy and fellow “Bachelor” Tyler Cameron and his female friend. Matt was enjoying the R&R aboard Tyler’s boat in sunny Jupiter, Florida. As you know, “The Bachelor” has finally selected the show’s next leading man — the first African-American in that role