D.L. Hughley on Luigi Mangione If I Were a Juror ... I Might Find Him Not Guilty!!!
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D.L. Hughley says he would have a lot to think about if he were a juror in Luigi Mangione's trial ... telling us he might even go so far as to find the accused United Healthcare CEO murderer innocent!!!
The comedian joined us on "TMZ Live" Tuesday and we asked him about the cult-like following Luigi has, even though the feds claim Mangione gunned down Brian Thompson in cold blood in Manhattan in December.
D.L. says he absolutely understands why Luigi has a lot of supporters out there ... he feels Americans are so fed up with the health insurance agency and are so accustomed to gun violence in their everyday lives that Mangione's alleged murder isn't a big deal to many.
Eric Dane Things to Do, People to See ... On Heels of ALS Diagnosis
Eric Dane is doing exactly what he said he would after announcing he has ALS ... he's getting out and about, not letting the diagnosis slow his lifestyle.
The "Euphoria" and "Grey's Anatomy" star was looking good while visiting a friend in L.A., and his Sunday outing came just 2 days after revealing he's now battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis -- which is commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
Eric seemed a little thinner than we're used to seeing him, but was still flaunting his McSteamy good looks in an off-white sweater, khakis and zaddy-approved eyewear.
Paige Bueckers Wings Ticket Sales, Prices Take Flight ... After WNBA Draft
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The Paige Bueckers effect is already taking over Dallas ... 'cause ticket sales and prices have seen a major spike since the Wings took the UConn star with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft.
Bueckers -- who won the 2025 NCAA championship with the Huskies -- was the first name called in Monday night's event ... which was quite the no-brainer for the organization.
Ever since Paige walked the stage, platforms have been overwhelmed with Wings fans trying to get their hands on game tickets ... including SeatGeek, which told us the sales are up 11x compared to five days before the draft.
Gene Hackman's Wife Betsy Arakawa Researched COVID Symptoms Days Before Hantavirus Death
Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, was searching online for answers about symptoms Gene was experiencing just days before dying from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, a new investigation shows.
The new report released by New Mexico officials, obtained by TMZ, revealed Betsy had bookmarks open on her computer from Feb. 8 and the morning of Feb. 12 -- the day she died -- showing she was searching whether COVID could cause symptoms like dizziness or nosebleeds.
An email to her masseuse revealed Gene woke up on Feb. 11 with flu or cold-like symptoms. His COVID test came back negative, but Betsy said she’d reschedule her appointment "out of an abundance of caution."
'It Ends With Us' Blake LIVELY Took Advantage of Justin's Kindness ... Crew Member Says
Looks like Justin Baldoni's got a major W in his books ... 'cause an "It Ends with Us" crew member just publicly spoke out in support of him -- and completely bashed Blake Lively in the process.
"It Ends with Us" storyboard artist Talia Spencer sat down with "60 Minutes Australia" for an interview that aired this weekend, and she came out swinging at Blake ... claiming she thinks the actress "smelled [Justin's] kindness, mistook it for weakness and tried to take advantage and take power" during the filming process.
Doubling down on her thoughts, she agreed Blake "wrestled control of the film" and claimed the final version of 'IEWU' is nothing like Justin's original plan.
Karmelo Anthony Judge In Murder Case Gets Added Security ... FBI Investigating Threats
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The judge who reduced Karmelo Anthony's bond this week is getting some added security, TMZ Sports has learned, after law enforcement said she's been the recipient of threats following her key decision in the murder case.
The Collin County Sheriff's Office told us Tuesday it's beefed up protection around Judge Angela Tucker in the wake of her Monday choice to lower the alleged H.S. track meet killer's bail from $1 million to $250,000.
The CCSO said "court staff and concerned citizens" reported the menacing remarks made against the official ... and now, its team of investigators, as well as the FBI are probing the matter.
Mickey Rourke Eyes Lawsuit Against 'Celebrity Big Brother' ... For Allegedly Costing Him Big Payday
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Mickey Rourke may have gotten booted off "Celebrity Big Brother" ... but he's not going down without a fight, as he's exploring legal action against the show for allegedly withholding money he feels entitled to, TMZ has learned.
Kimberly Hines, Rourke's rep, tells TMZ ... Mickey's team is currently speaking with lawyers in the UK and are weighing a lawsuit against ITV, the company that produces the show.
Hines says Rourke is being "unjustly" denied a major payday ... claiming 'CBB' producers deliberately removed him this past Saturday, just one day before he would have become contractually eligible to receive a lot more money.
'Bachelorette' Gabby Windey Here Comes The👰, All Sheer In White!!!
"The Bachelorette" star Gabby Windey is officially a married woman -- legally this time -- 'cause she's just had her proper ceremony with comedian Robby Hoffman to seal the deal.
The pics are up on her IG -- and the smiles on their faces say it all ... although Gabby did steal the spotlight a lil', keeping it far from traditional in a very sheer bridal fit that left little to the imagination.
Gabby was looking smokin' hot, rocking the see-through white mini dress with a ruffled bottom, and of course, killer high heels to finish off the look.
Diddy On Hunt for Black Female Lawyer ... Must Be Available NOW!!!
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Diddy wants a Black woman in his corner when his federal trial begins -- in less than 3 weeks -- and that's why he's searching for a new attorney to add to his defense team.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Diddy's lawyers are searching for a Black female attorney to join his current trial team of Marc Agnifilo and Teny Geragos.
Keep in mind, the mogul's attorneys have already raised race as a critical part of its defense ... accusing the feds of trying to take down a rich, successful Black man.
Aimee Lou Wood 'SNL' Gave Her No Formal Apology For 'White Lotus' Parody ... But She Was Loved On Set
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"The White Lotus" star Aimee Lou Wood says she's "had apologies from 'SNL'" for a skit making fun of her teeth -- but we've learned the sketch comedy show has done no such thing, although the staff was very fond of her on set.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... "Saturday Night Live" did not reach out to Aimee with a formal apology.
We're told Aimee may have spoken to someone she knows on the show and they may have apologized, but no such apology came down from 'SNL' in any official or formal capacity.
Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa Laid to Rest at Private Funeral
Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been laid to rest -- weeks after their remains had been unclaimed for more than a month after their deaths in New Mexico -- in a private memorial ceremony.
PEOPLE reported Tuesday a funeral was recently held for the couple, with family and close friends attending the memorial. As TMZ reported ... as of March 27, the couple's bodies had not been formally claimed, according to New Mexico's Office of the Medical Investigator.
Hackman's three children -- Christopher, Elizabeth, and Leslie -- were reportedly at the recent private Santa Fe event.
Stevie J Diddy's Not Sweatin' Any Bullets ... When Freed, He Should Throw a Party Disowning Fake Friends!!!
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Stevie J has been one of the few Diddy supporters who's never wavered throughout the numerous lawsuits and charges ... and he wants the world to know the embattled Bad Boy mogul is doing just fine!!!
TMZ Hip Hop bumped into Stevie in Bev. Hills on Monday full of energy, calling for Diddy's freedom.
We thought he was on a hot lunch date -- but turns out, the woman accompanying him is his new artist, Miala Doche.
Matt Damon I'm Abs-olutely Lovin' Epic Life!!!
Matt Damon got into the best shape of his life for "The Odyssey" -- and he wasn’t about to just flush all that hard work on set ... 'cause he was in full shirtless mode during some well-earned downtime too.
Take a good ol' look -- Matt and his chiseled abs were showing out in between filming duties ... vibing on board a chartered boat off the coast of Favignana on Friday.
The 54-year-old was serving major silver-fox vibes with that epic beard, definitely channeling that relaxed movie star energy as he laughed, kicked back, and soaked up the sunshine.
Rihanna Hotter Than Ever In Bustier, Thong & Stockings
Watch out A$AP Rocky ... looks like your girl Rihanna has marriage on the brain.
Check out these super sexy Instagram photos ... which show RiRi decked out in lingerie featured in her Savage X Fenty Bridal Collection.
Turns out the "Love on the Brain" singer is her own best saleswoman because she's just smoking hot in all these pics -- and there's a video as well to make your heart beat faster.
'Cuban Brad Pitt' Telenovela Actor William Levy Arrested in Florida ... Drunkenly Refused to Leave Restaurant, Cops Say
Cuban-American actor William Levy is feeling the heat in Miami, but it's not the weather he's dealing with ... he was arrested Monday night for disorderly intoxication in a public place causing disturbance and trespassing.
Levy was booked in Broward County Jail. WPLG-TV reports he appeared in court Tuesday afternoon, where a judge granted him a $500 bond.
Levy was arrested in Weston, in the Miami metro area. According to the Broward County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a report of a disturbance at Baires Grill on Monday night at about 10:10. The arresting deputy reports Levy was allegedly "highly intoxicated and causing a disturbance inside the restaurant." In the presence of the deputy, the manager told William not to return to the business ... and WL then allegedly ignored multiple verbal commands by the deputy to leave the property. He was promptly arrested and booked.
Savannah Chrisley Robert Shiver's Ex's Alleged Murder Plot Tore Us Apart!!!
Savannah Chrisley’s opening up about her split from Robert Shiver -- and she’s pointing fingers at his estranged wife, who allegedly plotted to have him killed.
On her "Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley" podcast episode titled "I Got Dumped," Savannah revealed the breakup happened over a month ago -- just 3 days after PEOPLE dropped a glowing piece about their romance, making the split all the more shocking -- and she says he broke up with her.
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Savannah said she thought she was solid with Robert -- really proving herself to him, especially knowing they’d have to deal with his ex, Lindsay Shiver, forever ... after everything she allegedly put them through.