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Draya Michele and Jalen Green are setting the record straight on how they ended up together -- the NBA star admitted he is the one who slid into the DMs!!

The couple appeared on Whistle for a Q&A about their controversial relationship (due to their age gap) ... with many accusing Michele of manipulating the young basketball star.

Well, that's not the case. Green -- who was traded to the Phoenix Suns in July -- revealed he was the one who made the first move.

Larsa Pippen turned her trip to the beach into a full-blown photoshoot this week ... posing for sexy snaps as she lounged around in Miami -- and she enlisted her daughter to capture her every move.

51-year-old Pippen was spotted hanging out with Sophia, 16, on Tuesday ... soaking up the sun as she rocked a tiny, white bikini.

Larsa apparently decided she loved the look so much, she got her kid to do her best Sports Illustrated Swimsuit photog impression ... and got to work in front of the lens.

7/23 9:55 AM PT -- Ric Flair just gave fans a closer look at the damage ... revealing the large scar on his forehead.

Naitch also shared another apology to the ATL Comic Convention for missing his planned fan event ... but based on the image, we take it his supporters will understand.

Ric Flair just knocked out skin cancer once again -- the wrestling legend revealed he underwent successful treatment for melanoma.

The 76-year-old shared the news Tuesday morning via social media ... featuring a photo of himself in a medical facility. In the image, Flair has bandages on his left arm and above his left eye.

He thanked his doctors at the Academic Alliance in Dermatology for helping him get through his second bout of skin cancer in three years ... finishing it off with his classic "WOOOOO" catchphrase.

Nicola Peltz is baring all in her most recent Instagram post ... and, we don't mean her heart and soul -- we're talking about her chest and legs!

The model shared a few photos in an Instagram post Tuesday night ... chilling on a yacht with her husband, Brooklyn Beckham, and showing off that movie star smile of hers!

Peltz also showed off what might go down below deck ... getting totally naked for a bathtub photo -- though she covered up the important pics with her clever pose.

Dolphins offensive lineman Bayron Matos was transported to a hospital via a helicopter on Wednesday after he suffered a medical emergency at Miami's training camp practice.

The NFL team did not disclose what ailment the 24-year-old sustained ... though it did say he's currently in stable condition.

Matos reportedly had an issue toward the end of the Dolphins' Wednesday workout.

The domestic violence charge famed powerlifter Stefi Cohen was facing was dropped on Wednesday, TMZ Sports has learned.

Official documents we obtained show prosecutors dismissed the case after the alleged victim declined to cooperate. Officials added there was insufficient evidence "to prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt."

Cohen was hit with one count of misdemeanor battery in Miami earlier this month, after she allegedly assaulted her boyfriend, Tristan Hamm, during a heated dispute on July 1.

WWE SummerSlam just got a whole lot bigger ... 'cause Paul Heyman has accepted Roman Reigns' challenge for a tag team match at next week's big event -- saying the only thing left to decide is the date!

Adam Glyn caught up with the Wiseman in NYC, and asked him about the video put out by Reigns yesterday calling for a match between himself and Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed.

"Roman Reigns has picked his poison, now Roman Reigns can pick the date," he said. "Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed  accept the challenge for Roman Reigns and Jey Uso at Summerslam."

If a "Pretty Woman" reboot ever gets made with the roles reversed, it sounds like Travis Kelce is down for the lead part ... 'cause he joked he's pretty much Taylor Swift's "NFL hooker" already!!

Travis and his future Hall of Famer brother, Jason, shared some laughs while reviewing the 1990 movie on Wednesday's "New Heights" podcast ... when the Kansas City Chiefs superstar said he could relate to Julia Roberts' Vivian Ward, a prostitute who has a romance with successful businessman Edward Lewis, portrayed by the great Richard Gere.

Travis said he'd love to see a remake ... and even threw out an idea on how it would look.

What a night for Venus Williams! Not only did the tennis legend win a WTA singles match, making her the second oldest player to do so, but she also revealed she's engaged to Andrea Preti!

Williams, 45, announced her engagement to the "Temptation" actor during her post-match interview on Tuesday ... moments after her first singles match since March 2024. She's the oldest woman to win since Martina Navratilova.

"My fiancé is here," Williams said after the victory.

Travis Hunter's father is currently behind bars in Florida ... after authorities claim he violated conditions of his probation.

Palm Beach County records show Travis Hunter Sr. was booked into jail on Tuesday on one charge of probation violation.

Law enforcement alleged in court documents that Hunter Sr. was "too far away from his" electric monitoring device for 11 minutes on June 28. On July 4, they claim they tested the equipment and it was "functioning properly." They added that Hunter Sr. told them he was "moving too fast and forgot it."

Adrian Peterson's begun training for his celebrity boxing match with his poker rival ... and while his hands could certainly use some more sharpening, it's clear he's in great shape.

Check out some videos TMZ Sports has obtained of the Minnesota Vikings legend as he kicked off his preparation for his big matchup with Joe "Baby Joe" Castaneda ... he looked like he could still pick up a few first downs for an NFL team.

Rockin' a maroon tee, grey shorts and black shoes ... the 40-year-old showed off a svelte frame as he hit the mitts in a Houston gym.

Joy Corrigan's leveling up -- 'cause TMZ's learned her man Todd Kraines didn't just put a bun in the oven, but he's popped the question too!

Sources tell us Todd the Sports Illustrated model got engaged at Calamigos Guest Ranch in Malibu on Sunday. We're told she thought they were just going on a chill staycation but her boo had other plans for her ... as you can see in these exclusive pics!

We're told Joy got all dolled up thinking it was just a dinner date -- but when they rolled up in a golf cart and she found herself wandering through the woods ... boom! They turn a corner, and it's flowers everywhere. That's when it clicked for Joy.

Have beef with Akon and want to mix it up in a ring with the musician? Good news -- the "Smack That" crooner says he desperately wants to take a celebrity boxing match!!

The 52-year-old made the revelation during a recent sitdown with "THE UNTOLD" ... explaining on the show he'd absolutely accept a fight if a good offer was put in front of him.

"In my sleep," he said. "Please invite me in the ring!"

The parent of a Little Leaguer who's been barred from participating in a huge game this week is now suing the youth baseball org. on behalf of his son in an effort to overturn the ban.

The minor's suspension stemmed from an incident that occurred on July 16 ... during a Little League Baseball Tournament Section 4 New Jersey Championship game between Haddonfield Little League and Harrison Township.

According to the suit, in the sixth inning, Joseph Rocco's son -- ID'ed as "M.R." -- hit a home run to center field for Haddonfield ... and he celebrated by tossing his bat into the air.

Ozzy Osbourne's death rocked more than just the music industry -- his favorite teams, the Aston Villa Football Club and St. Louis Blues, were devastated by his passing ... and honored the heavy metal icon with emotional tributes on social media.

Osbourne's family revealed the Black Sabbath leader and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer was "surrounded by love" when he passed away on Tuesday morning.

Fans from around the world paid tribute with sweet messages ... including Aston Villa, which Ozzy supported over the years. In fact, earlier this year, fans held a massive tifo of the English singer.

Fantastic news from Ben Askren -- the former UFC star is finally leaving the hospital and heading home ... and shared the update with a deeply emotional video for his supporters.

"What's up, guys?? Day 59, I'm out," Funky said alongside his wife, Amy, minutes ago ... adding a bit of humor to lighten the mood, despite what he's gone through the past two months.

"That was a long journey, and it's not over because I still can't really walk, gotta reteach myself to do that among many other things."