Guess Who This Helmet Kid Turned Into!
Before this denim dude was a hot shot in the West Coast rap game, he was just another California kid growing up in Compton. Can you guess who he is?
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Wolf Blitzer I'm with Meghan McCain ... John's a Hero, and America's Great!!!
4:00 PM PT -- Hard to tell if it's related, but the Prez just tweeted in all caps ... "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!"
Trump's tweet could be regarding his current struggle with Canada to reach a new NAFTA deal ... or he may have just felt the need to repeat his oft-used slogan. Just as likely, though ... it's a retort to Meghan's eulogy for her father.
Wolf Blitzer doesn't think anything at John McCain's funeral was out of line or too political ... and he's got no apparent issues with Meghan McCain's shot at the Prez either.
We got the CNN anchor at the Reagan National Airport in D.C. Saturday shortly after the late Senator's service wrapped up ... he said it was a beautiful funeral, fitting for "a great American and a great patriot."
Wolf also supported Meghan's comments about her father and the country, clearly slamming Donald Trump's "Make America Great Again" motto.
Meghan said, "The America of John McCain has no need to be made great again because America was always great."
Blitzer's on board with that sentiment, telling us though America's made mistakes, it's the greatest country in the world in his opinion ... and "it's always been great."
As we reported ... former Presidents and McCain rivals George W. Bush and Barack Obama also delivered eulogies for the esteemed politician's National Memorial Service Saturday.
Obama also appeared to knock Trump with his comments, saying McCain urged us all to rise above politics based on "bombast and insult and phony controversies and manufactured outrage."
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Sen. John McCain's Funeral Obama Eulogy Takes Shot at Trump ... 'Small,' 'Mean,' 'Petty'
A couple of John McCain's biggest rivals -- the ones who respected him, anyway -- honored the late Senator at his National Memorial Service ... and so did his daughter, Meghan.
Former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush delivered eulogies for McCain at the service inside the Washington National Cathedral ... which was packed with dignitaries paying their final respects.
President Obama clearly was addressing Donald Trump without mentioning his name, talking about politics today being small, mean, petty and grounded in insult. He talked about "phony controversy" and "manufacturing outrage." And, as Ivanka Trump looked on, he talked about certain people appearing "brave and tough" when they are actually steeped in fear.
Check out Meghan McCain's eulogy to her dad ... she moves the audience to applause as she explains how the current President can't hold a candle to her dad. She doesn't use Trump's name, but the message is clear.
McCain handpicked 43 and 44 earlier this year as speakers at his funeral, and Obama was reportedly surprised by the invitation. Remember, Obama defeated McCain in their run for the White House in 2008 -- and W bested him in the 2000 Republican primaries.
Although they butted heads with McCain on the campaign trail, there was always respect between the men. McCain famously shut down a voter who called Obama "an Arab" during their 2008 campaign battle.
15 people carried McCain's coffin at the memorial service ... including former VP Joe Biden, actor Warren Beatty, former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and former Secretary of Defense William Cohen.
Obviously President Trump was absent from the service -- as was his respect for an American war hero. McCain reportedly made Trump persona non grata when he was making his funeral plans. McCain's former running mate in 2008, Sarah Palin, was reportedly also excluded.
Veep Mike Pence and WH Chief of Staff Gen. John Kelly also attended.
Pence was one of the speakers at McCain's memorial service Friday, where Congress paid tribute as he lied in state at the U.S. Capitol.
McCain's private burial will be held Sunday at the Naval Academy in Annapolis.
Originally Published -- 9/01/2018 6:33 AM PDT
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Offset's New Tattoo Let's Face It ... I Love Kulture!!!
Offset loves playing the name game -- when it comes to tattoos -- and now he's got one on his cheek of his baby girl's name.
The Migos rapper showed off his new ink Saturday ... a giant "Kulture" tat on his face in honor of his daughter with Cardi B.
This isn't a first for Offset -- he's also got a tattoo on the other cheek with his youngest son's name and a big shoulder tat for his oldest son.
Cardi's not left out either ... he got her named inked on his neck earlier this year.
As for the couple's daughter ... we still haven't seen much of Kulture other than her name. Cardi did give us a glimpse of her last week in a pic with Offset ... and also shared a closeup her baby's lips on an Instagram story.
But, that's about it. Still waiting on the big reveal, but for now ... we'll have to settle for tattoos.
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'Basketball Wives' Star Gloria Govan Arrested for Felony Child Endangerment
6:00 AM PT -- Govan was released after posting $100,000 bail.
"Basketball Wives" star Gloria Govan was arrested for felony child endangerment after a dangerous fight with her ex-husband ... which cops say put their kids at risk.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Gloria's kids were at their school Friday, about to get out for the day, and ex-husband Matt Barnes was scheduled to pick them up. We're told according to their child custody agreement, Matt had custody for the long, Labor Day weekend.
Our sources say at 2:55 PM -- 5 minutes before school let out -- Gloria arrived to get the twin boys. She got the children in her car and that's when Matt showed up and told her it was his weekend for the kids.
We're told Matt told the kids to get out of Gloria's car and into his. It appears the kids followed Matt's instructions, because we're told Gloria then flew into a rage, tried to follow Matt's car, screaming and cussing. Our sources say she then blocked Matt's car with the kids inside, and that's when someone called 911.
Gloria was arrested for child endangerment and also violating a court order. After police took Gloria to jail, they let Matt take the kids after he showed them paperwork he had custody this weekend.
Gloria was involved in a bitter divorce with ex-Laker Matt Barnes. She's currently engaged to to Derek Fisher. There was extreme bad blood between Barnes and Fisher, once teammates on the Lakers ... Barnes believes Fisher had hooked up with Gloria during their marriage. It seemed the feud was over, since Barnes congratulated Fisher on his engagement.
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Smokey Robinson Ariana's Dress was 'Inappropriate' And Trump's Stupid!!!
Smokey Robinson was awesome at Aretha Franklin's funeral, singing praise and singing ... but he was NOT down with Ariana Grande's super short skirt.
We got the singer/songwriter legend at LAX Saturday night as he returned from Detroit, and Smokey didn't hold back ... he thinks Ariana's skirt -- which was the subject of criticism on social media -- was just plain inappropriate.
He says he loves Ariana and her music, but thinks she was not protected by her people who greenlit the fashion choice.
As for the funeral having political overtones -- where Al Sharpton and others took a shot at Trump for saying Aretha used to work for him -- Smokey brushed it off, saying Trump says stupid things every day.
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Justin and Hailey Pucker Up!!!
Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin preferred the pucker plate to pasta Friday night as they dined at a legendary L.A. Italian restaurant.
Justin and Hailey were oblivious to the other diners at Dan Tana's restaurant in WeHo, as they made out with biting intensity.
On their way out, they ignored questions ... including one about a comparison between Donald Trump and another Justin.
And check out the guy who does capture J.B.'s attention ... saying/warning that God is coming and so is Jesus. He says he wants to give honor to God and save Justin's soul.
Justin gives the guy the time of day ... giving him a thumbs up, and then clasping his hands together before he and his fiancee drive off into the night.
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'General Hospital' Actress Susan Brown Dead at 86
Susan Brown -- a soap opera veteran best known for her longstanding role as Dr. Gail Baldwin on "General Hospital" -- has died ... according to the executive producer of the show, Frank Valentini.
Brown reportedly died Friday after a battle with Alzheimer's.
Valentini tweeted ... "It's a very sad day in Port Charles as the wonderful Susan Brown ("Gail Baldwin") passed away today. My sincerest condolences to her family and to all who knew this amazing woman."
Brown joined the cast of 'GH' in 1977 and was a recurring character until she left in 1985. She made guest appearances on the show until an official return in 1992 ... and remained in the cast until 2004.
She also played the same character on the soap spin-off "Port Charles."
Susan earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in 1979 for her performance on the daytime soap.
She was 86.
RIP
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Dodgers Star Yasiel Puig Hit a Third Time By Burglars
L.A. Dodgers star Yasiel Puig has been hit by burglars -- A THIRD TIME.
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... at around 11:15 PM Thursday after a Dodgers game Yasiel was not at his San Fernando Valley home when his RING doorbell went off on his phone.
We're told Puig saw 2 guys trying to break into the house through the front door. He yelled at them through the phone and they beat a hasty retreat.
Last November, as Yasiel and his team were losing Game 7 of the World Series, a burglar busted through a window and made off with jewelry. And in March, 2017, he was burglarized to the tune of $500k worth of jewelry.
Just in the last few days, Wiz Khalifa was hit and Christina Milian -- both of whom have homes in the San Fernando Valley -- were also hit by burglars.
Cops believe all the stars who have been hit recently in the San Fernando Valley were not targeted because they were celebrities. HOWEVER ... it seems like basic common sense that when criminals know residents are away -- either because they have scheduled games or have posted their whereabouts on Instagram -- they become targets.
In Yasiel's case, no suspects ... so far.
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French Montana I'm So Proud 'Famous' Remix Will Help Ugandan Children
French Montana is busting with pride over a remix of a song that will help desperately poor people in Uganda.
We got French Saturday night leaving The London hotel in New York City ... and our photog talked to him about the remix to his 2017 song "Famous" with Adam Levine.
Montana's royalties from the song are going to the Suubi Center ... an Ugandan children's health clinic.
The music video features an Ugandan children's dance group, the Triplets Ghetto Kids.
Montana mentions that the hospital has recently expanded and now services 58 villages with a population of close to half a million people.
We also asked French about Aretha Franklin's funeral and whether she inspired him and his music. French makes it clear ... Aretha's influence goes way beyond him.
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The Jonas Brothers We're Thriving ... But, Dad's Company Isn't
The Jonas Bros are doing GREAT, but their father is having some serious financial issues. Paul Jonas' company just filed for bankruptcy ... TMZ has learned.
According to legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Paul's New Jersey construction and real estate company has over $1 million in debt, including a $268k judgement from a case his company lost.
In order to come up with the cash, Paul plans to sell off some of the company's property.
Now, the question becomes ... will Papa Jonas get bailed out by his wildly successful sons?
The Jonas Brothers sold millions of records worldwide before the band broke up in 2013, and the trio has continued building their portfolios on their own.
Nick has made millions as a member of the group and as a solo artist. He's also got a budding acting career and recently starred in the 'Jumanji' remake.
Joe has also made a fortune and just listed his luxury farmhouse in Sherman Oaks for $4.25 million.
Don't forget about Kevin ... the rocker-turned-reality-TV-star has also banked a ton of dough.
Money doesn't grow on trees, but the Jonas family tree sounds like it has plenty of cash to go around.
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Mick Jagger's Daughter BF Busted For Vicious Attack Brain Surgery Required
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9/4 -- Norman's attorney, David Diamond, tells us his client was the one who was attacked that night at the club. Diamond says 3 men (including the one injured) went after Norman, but Norman did not fight back, he only stayed in a defensive stance until security intervened.
Diamond continues, "My client voluntarily went to give his statement to law enforcement and no charges have been filed. The security footage coupled with the witness statements will show that my client is clearly and without any doubt, innocent."
Mick Jagger's daughter is allegedly dating a VERY violent man ... 'cause he got busted for punching the hell outta another man so badly he needed brain surgery.
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Georgia May Jagger's BF, Norman Theuerkorn, was at the Blind Dragon in WeHo last month when he approached 2 random men and said he was a famous actor. He's actually a model with the Two MGMT modeling agency. One of the guys is Andrew Knight, who claims to be Suge Knight's son. The other is Andrew's BF, Darren Young.
Cops say Norman touched Darren's leg and told him he was beautiful. Both Andrew and Darren were not amused and told Norman to scram.
About 20 minutes later, our sources say Norman returned and punched Darren so hard in the head, he fell and suffered a nasty gash on his head that led to internal bleeding and, ultimately, brain surgery.
Norman turned himself in last week and was booked for felony battery causing serious bodily injury. We reached out to Two MGMT. They had no comment.
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Stars and Scars You Be the Judge
Louis C.K. decided to get back onstage, and some people are really pissed. And, speaking of pissed ... the MLK family was livid over Cardi B's "Real Housewives of the Civil Rights Movement" spoof. So, we gotta ask ...
Dave Chappelle I Paid My Respects to John McCain ... And His Dance Moves
Dave Chappelle says John McCain is a symbol of national unity when our country needs it most, so he paid the late Senator his respects ... and gives props to his robot dance.
We got the famed comedian on Capitol Hill Friday after he visited McCain's casket at the U.S. Capitol. Chappelle tells us he was inspired to do so after he saw a video Jamie Foxx shared on his IG this week dancing with the Navy veteran onstage at an Apollo Theater charity event.
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Foxx captioned the vid, "This is another reason why senator John McCain is so loved... he made u feel like politics and being a cool human being lived separately... he shined on em that night ... and that robot move was mean! R.I.P. you are a HERO!"
Seems like Chappelle totally agrees.
Dave tells us he wished he could have made it to Aretha Franklin's funeral in Detroit too ... but couldn't make both happen in the same day.
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What's The Big Frigin' Difference?!
Don't let these two almost identical images of Amber Rose fry your brain ... eat those greens and focus in to see if you can spot the differences between these two super similar snaps!
**HINT -- There are THREE differences in the above photographs!**
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Parkland Survivor Emma Gonzalez I Want BS ... On Hats, Shirts & Bandanas
Emma Gonzalez -- who survived the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and was one of the leaders of the anti-gun movement it spawned -- wants to lock down the rights to her famous "We Call BS" tagline.
Gonzalez took center stage at a gun control rally in Ft. Lauderdale back in February, just days after 17 people at her school were shot and killed. Gonzalez's speech took on politicians, the NRA and even Donald Trump. Below is a transcript from a portion of what Gonzalez said ...
"They say a good guy with a gun stops a bad guy with a gun. We call BS. They say guns are just tools like knives and are as dangerous as cars. We call BS. They say that no laws could have been able to prevent the hundreds of senseless tragedies that have occurred. We call BS."
Now, Gonzalez has applied to trademark the "We call BS" tagline. In docs -- obtained by TMZ -- Emma wants to use the phrase on everything from shirts and mugs to hats and bandanas.
It's clear why she wants the trademark, writing in the docs that her goal is, "Promoting the interests of concerned parties and promoting public awareness of the need for promoting gun safety."
No BS about it.