FBI's Cam Newton Probe Expands to Auburn Booster

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The FBI investigation into the cash for Cam Newton scandal now involves a guy who gave more than $1 million to Auburn University ... and was recently arrested in a bribery sting.

According to sources connected to the probe ... FBI agents looking into the Newton recruiting controversy are also asking about Milton McGregor -- a dog track owner arrested last month for allegedly bribing Alabama politicians to vote pro gambling.

We're told agents asked someone connected to the Newton case if he was familiar with McGregor or the bribery scandal.

It's unclear what, if any, direct connection McGregor has to Newton. Back in 2008, McGregor did donate a million bucks toward construction of a new arena at Auburn.

McGregor did not return a call for comment.

UPDATE 4:00PM PST: Milton McGregor's attorney tells TMZ his client has "never had any contact – direct or indirect – with Cam Newton, Cecil Newton, Cam’s father; Kenny Rogers or anyone purporting to represent Cam Newton." He also says McGregor has never compensated student athletes at Auburn or any other school.

TMZ Live: Oksana, Willow, & Eva's Divorce

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We took your questions today on everything -- including Sarah Palin's daughter hurling a homophobic slur, Oksana Grigorieva's dental pictures, and Eva Longoria's divorce.

Plus: Is Sarah Palin a better mom than Dina Lohan?

Eva Longoria Divorce Docs Seeks Spousal Support

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Eva Longoria has filed for divorce, and even though she's filed the legal docs, sources tell us she's "devastated." And get this ... she wants spousal support!

Longoria filed her papers, to divorce Tony Parker, in L.A. County Superior Court. Longoria cites "irreconcilable differences."

Longoria checked the box which says "Spousal support payable to [Longoria]. If Eva gets her way, she pays her lawyers and Tony pays for his."

TMZ has learned, Longoria and Parker signed a prenup on June 21, 2007 and it was amended in June, 2009. The legal docs also mention the prenup.

The papers were filed this morning, according to People.com.

UPDATE: "Extra" host Mario Lopez claims Eva has confirmed to him that she found hundreds of text messages from another woman on Parker's phone.

Lopez says Eva also confirmed that the mystery woman is MARRIED to one of Parker's teammates.

UPDATE #2: Eva just tweeted, "It is with great sadness that after 7 years together, Tony and I have decided to divorce. We love each other deeply and pray for each other’s happiness."

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WWE Star Busted for DUI

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Alex Riley -- one of the stars of "WWE Raw" -- was arrested in Tampa, Florida early this morning after cops say the 6'2" wrestler was driving under the influence around 1 AM.

Riley -- real name Kevin Kiley -- was hauled to a nearby jail ... where he posed for a mug shot.

The 29-year-old is a regular on the WWE circuit -- serving as a sidekick to The Miz.

Riley was released several hours later after posting a $500 bond.

Tiger Woods -- Tweet Me, Ladies!

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Now that he's single, mistresses have an even easier way to get a hold of Tiger Woods ... because he's finally joined Twitter.

Tiger just tweeted, "What's up everyone. Finally decided to try out twitter!"

Who needs lawyers, publicists or awkward press conferences to tell people what you're thinking, when you have a mobile social network at your fingertips?

Lakers Star Guns Ferrari to 110 MPH -- Cops Swoop In

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For a guy nursing a bum right knee, Los Angeles Lakers star Andrew Bynum can still move pretty damn fast ... this according to cops who claim the guy was doing 110 on an L.A. freeway in his Ferrari.

Law enforcement sources tell us Bynum was burning rubber in his customized 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano on October 29 -- when cops clocked him going 110 MPH in a 55 MPH zone.

Bynum was eventually ticketed for speeding -- but dude was lucky he wasn't hauled to the slammer.

Law enforcement sources tell us the only reason he wasn't nailed on a reckless driving charge was because traffic was light and the NBA star wasn't weaving in and out of lanes.

Margarito's Manager: I Wanted to Throw in the Towel

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There was ONE person in Antonio Margarito's corner this weekend who claims he wanted the fighter to bow out of the savage beatdown he was suffering at the hands of Manny Pacquiao ... but Antonio refused to listen.

Antonio underwent surgery in Dallas yesterday for a broken eye socket ... an injury that Margarito's manager Sergio Diaz Jr. claims he tried to prevent ... by pleading with Antonio to throw in the towel.

Sergio says Margarito was adamant that no one was to end the fight before the final bell -- and the entire team ultimately respected his wishes. But Sergio tells us he's blaming himself for not taking "more responsibility" ... adding, "I have to sit down with [Antonio]. We can’t let this go on next time."

Sergio tells us, the badass boxer has no regrets ... adding, "He wouldn’t have wanted anything different. Fight to the end."

Chad Ochocinco Proposes ... With 10 Carat Ring

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"Basketball Wives" star Evelyn Lozada is now the future Mrs. Chad Ochocinco -- TMZ has learned the NFL star popped the question today ... and used a 10-carat engagement ring to seal the deal.

Sources close to the couple tell TMZ ... Chad proposed to Evelyn -- his GF of 4 months -- today in Cincinnati. She had flown in from Miami just yesterday to visit.

Lozada obviously said yes ... because she just tweeted a picture of the ridiculous ring (above) -- saying, "I'm no rabbit but 10 carats looks good on me!! Let the hating begin."

So far, no wedding date has been set -- we're told the couple plans to be engaged for a while.

Eva Longoria: There's No Divorce

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A rep for Eva Longoria tells TMZ our story that Tony Parker filed for divorce is not true.

TMZ reported that Tony had filed for divorce. Two clerks at the Bexar County Courthouse in Texas had told us the case was filed and sealed by a family law judge.

But Eva's rep tells us Tony did not file and does not even have a divorce lawyer.

Another clerk at the courthouse now tells us she's in charge of sealed cases and says no such case has crossed her desk.

UPDATE: Hours after saying there was no divorce, Eva Longoria filed for divorce Wednesday against Tony Parker in L.A. County Superior Court.

Derek Jeter Shows Interest in Houston Astros

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So, there we were ... face-to-face with Yankees free agent Derek Jeter in L.A. yesterday ... but when we asked what it would take to get him on the Dodgers -- dude seemed to be focused on Houston.

Jeter spent his afternoon in Pink Taco (naturally) ... and rolled out in a super expensive Maybach (also naturally).

We're guessing it's only a matter of time before he gets another fat contract with the Yanks.

Mayweather Accused of Battering Security Guard

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Cops rolled over to Floyd Mayweather's Las Vegas home tonight after a private security guard claimed the championship boxer poked him in the face during an incident in Floyd's gated community ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... a private security guard who was patrolling inside Floyd's gated community drove up to Floyd's house a few hours ago to confront the boxer about a parking situation.

We're told the security guard rolled down his window to talk to Floyd ... and that's when Floyd allegedly unleashed his finger -- striking the dude in the face.

Cops were called to the scene and knocked on Floyd's door -- but we're told the boxer refused to open up.

We're told since Floyd was only suspected of a misdemeanor battery -- and because the alleged incident didn't take place in front of a police officer -- cops merely took a report and did not make an arrest.

Law enforcement sources tell us cops plan to turn the case over to the D.A., who will decide whether or not to press charges.

Manny Pacquiao Treated for Fight Injuries

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Manny Pacquiao didn't walk away unscathed from that championship bout after all -- his people say he's laid up in bed with injuries to his ribs and wrist.

Manny's reps just showed up at our office and told us Manny is being seen by a doctor right now at his home in L.A. ... to determine if he fractured any bones during the fight with Antonio Margarito.

Manny's camp says that's why he couldn't make it for today's TMZ Live ... as scheduled.

One person connected with Manny tells us he was in bed this morning in pain, lying in a fetal position.

Sean Taylor's Ex Marries N.E.R.D. Member

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The longtime girlfriend of murdered NFL star Sean Taylor got married this weekend to N.E.R.D. member Shay Haley ... TMZ has confirmed.

Three years after the tragedy, Jackie Garcia -- Andy Garcia's niece -- married Shay (top photo) in a private ceremony in Miami on Saturday night.

Shay's bandmate Pharrell Williams (bottom pic) was on hand for the event -- and even had a dance with the blushing bride.

It's been a long road for Jackie -- who was with Taylor on the night home invaders shot the former Washington Redskins player in their Florida mansion while their 18-month-old daughter was in the room.

UPDATE: TMZ has learned Pharrell wasn't just an ordinary guest ... he was the best man.

Also, Chris Brown performed during the reception.

Michael Phelps & Brittny Gastineau New Couple Alert

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Brittany Gastineau has landed herself a real American hero in the form of bazillion-time Olympic gold medal winner Michael Phelps ... TMZ has learned.


Our photog spotted the pair together at the Grove in Los Angeles ... and as soon as our camera started up, they split in opposite directions. You can only see Michael Phelps for a brief moment, representing his hometown of Baltimore with a throwback Orioles hat.

A source close to the pair tells us the whole thing is kind of new, but the pair hung out at the Mondrian Hotel on Friday night and were "very cozy." Then on Saturday, we're told they hit up a Coffee Bean and did a little shopping ... that's when we caught up with them.

Insert "breast stroke joke" here.

Jessica Simpson Engaged Take That, Nick Lachey!

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How's this for coincidence -- Jessica Simpson announced today that she is engaged to former football star Eric Johnson ... just days after her ex Nick Lachey got engaged to longtime girlfriend Vanessa Minnillo.

Expect dueling pregnancies in the months to come.

Lamar Odom Strikes Settlement with Crash Victim

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It took three years -- but Los Angeles Lakers star Lamar Odom has finally reached a settlement with a woman who was injured in a car crash he was involved in back in 2007.

Kathleen Colimitras has asked an L.A. County Superior Court judge to dismiss the lawsuit she filed against Khloe Kardashian's husband ... in which she claimed Lamar was responsible for major injuries she suffered in the wreck.

The terms of the settlement are confidential -- but according to Kathleen's attorney, Ronald Wilton, the case was resolved to the satisfaction of both parties.

As we previously reported, Lamar had tried to settle with the woman a few years ago -- before she filed her lawsuit -- but his original offer was not to liking. Now, he can finally put the crash behind him.