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More legal trouble for Stefon Diggs ... he's getting slapped with a lawsuit a couple days before his New England Patriots play in Super Bowl LX.

The Patriots star wide receiver is being sued for defamation and more ... according to a new lawsuit obtained by TMZ.

In the docs, a man who claims he used to work for Stefon says in July 2024, Stefon requested he arrange for Stefon's Ferrari to be transported from Miami to New York and then to Houston ... but he says the Ferrari was stolen in Houston.

The guy claims law enforcement concluded the Ferrari was stolen by third parties in a sophisticated theft ... but he says Stefon started telling people in their circles that the guy stole the car.

Quinton Aaron is still in the hospital ... but it sure sounds like things are looking up, as TMZ just got a great update from his family.

As you know ... "The Blind Side" star is recovering in the hospital from a spinal stroke ... and for a while there, it was sounding not so good. But, it seems he is on the mend.

The Aaron family tells TMZ ... “Quinton is in a jovial mood, now laughing and smiling and is communicating to the best of his ability while he continues to recover. He’s watching tv and is excited to watch the Super Bowl from his hospital bed this weekend."

There is also an update on the woman by his side, previously making medical decisions for him, who claimed to be his wife -- but his family has called BS on all that.

François Arnaud might be choking on that "none of your f***ing business" line he tossed at Andy Cohen ... 'cause the rumors about him dating Connor Storrie are getting louder, steamier, and a lot harder to dodge!

TMZ snagged photos of the two actors settling in for a cozy dinner at the old-school, fancy Smoke House in Burbank ... and while there wasn’t full-on PDA, the energy was very much date night. Dim lighting, nonstop laughs, and that locked-in, only-you-exist vibe said plenty.

There’s no denying the chemistry here -- and if this is the real deal, François better brace himself for even more backlash from diehard "Heated Rivalry" fans who seriously struggle separating fantasy from real life. Even NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has said he is a big fan.

Darron Lee -- a former first-round draft pick for the New York Jets -- was arrested and charged in Tennessee for allegedly murdering his girlfriend.

According to multiple outlets ... cops were dispatched to a home near Ooltewah -- about two and a half hours outside of Nashville -- for a report of CPR in progress.

After arriving on the scene, cops say they located the victim and attempted life-saving measures, but she later succumbed to her injuries.

The Winter Olympics are here, and celebs took it upon themselves to turn the slopes into a star-studded playground packed with speed, style, and zero F's for the cold ...

Let's be honest, no one rocks a red-hot 2-piece in the snow like Chelsea Handler ... Benny Blanco kept it chill, flashing a peace sign between runs, and Sydney Sweeney ripped through the snow on a snowmobile like a total pro!

There may not be medals to be won, but the vibes are golden! Check out the gallery!

Former Los Angeles Dodger Yasiel Puig was found guilty of obstructing justice and lying to federal officials in a Los Angeles courtroom on Friday ... in connection to an investigation into an illegal gambling operation.

The 35-year-old now faces up to 10 years in federal prison on the obstruction of justice charge and up to five years in prison for the false statement charges.

He remains free on his own personal recognizance.

Vice President J.D. Vance doesn't seem like he has a lot of support over in Italy ... because the veep was booed when he was shown at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony!

J.D. and his wife, Usha Vance, were in the house Friday night at Milan's San Siro Stadium, where Olympians from around the globe were being introduced on the first night of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics ... and the boo birds were flying when the Vances were shown on the jumbotron.

NBC is airing the Olympics, and the network's commentators said the Vances were also being hissed at.

The most dramatic event in sports -- with top-notch athletes, big-time plays and tons of anticipation behind it -- returns Sunday ... and it's certainly got our tails wagging!

That's right -- the Puppy Bowl is back for its 22nd edition -- and we had a pair of the puppies taking part join us on "TMZ Live" ... as well as beloved PB referree Dan Schachner.

Harvey and Charles ask Dan why they should tune into the Puppy Bowl ... and he says that "pound for pound" -- no pun intended -- the game offers more drama than the Super Bowl, and the puppies leave it all out on the field when they go and compete.

Savannah Guthrie was heavy on her colleagues’ minds this week ... with the NBC team covering the 2026 Winter Olympics taking time on-air to honor her as her family faces a nightmare back home.

As expected, "Today" show host Savannah pulled out of the Milan-Cortina coverage, with Terry Gannon and Mary Carillo stepping in Monday and making it clear their "important, beloved" teammate was deeply missed at the Opening Ceremony.

Carillo got emotional while speaking about Savannah’s love for covering Olympic opening ceremonies, adding, "Right now, of course, Savannah and her family are in unspeakable, unfathomable pain. We know in the U.S. that her extended family is legion. Savannah, my friend, it’s the same way here."

Mariah Carey is getting things started at the 2026 Winter Olympics ... but she's not doing a bobsled run ... she's performing at the opening ceremony over in Italy.

The beloved singer just took the stage Friday night at Milan's San Siro Stadium, where Olympians from around the globe are being introduced on the first night of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

Mariah started off singing in Italian ... paying tribute to one of Italy's most beloved songs by belting out "Volare."

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Former NFL star Eddie Lacy pleaded guilty to misdemeanor extreme DUI after he was busted by cops last year with a BAC more than four times the legal limit ... and TMZ Sports has learned the details of his sentencing.

Lacy entered his plea over a year after he was initially booked on seven charges. He entered a guilty plea to the extreme DUI charge with a BAC greater than or equal to .20, which is a misdemeanor. The city attorney, in turn, agreed to dismiss the six other charges in the case.

He was sentenced to 180 days of confinement, a screening at the Youth and Family Services Behavioral Health and 30 hours of community restitution at an approved agency in his home state.

If the Lombardi Trophy comes with a Hall Pass, we may have a beat on Drake Maye's post-Super Bowl plans ... 'cause an OnlyFans creator has invited the star QB to party in Miami!

Forrest Smith, a OF model who happens to be a big New England Patriots fan, posted video shading Maye's wife, while making the not-so-subtle offer.

"Okay, this might get me canceled, but I don't care. Did you guys see Drake Maye at the end of that AFC Championship [game]. He did not look happy," Smith said. "I don't know what's up with his wife. She kinda reminds me of a tradwife. She's like 23. He can do so much better than that."

"I know. I shouldn't say that."

Smith continued ... "I'm not doing anything after the Super Bowl, and if you win I think you could have a better time than going to Disney with your wife. Yeah, I'll be around."

Drake and his wife Ann just tied the knot in 2025, but have been together forever ... they started dating in middle school.

Maye was far less popular when they said their nuptials last year. In just his second season in the NFL, he became not just one of the most talked about quarterbacks, but also one of the best players, finishing second (behind Matt Stafford) in the MVP race, while leading the Pats to a Super Bowl appearance.

Forrest -- who has 335k followers on Instagram -- also sent a DM to the 23-year-old signal caller.

"Drake 👀," Smith wrote. "You didn't look too happy after that AFC win. You deserve to be celebrated! I'm excited to watch you crush it at the Super Bowl."

"Instead of Disney, why don't you come to Miami and hang with me? I have a fun party we can go to. Lmk what you think xo"

So far, Maye hasn't responded, but he hasn't left it on read, either ... as it appears he hasn't yet seen the direct message.

Big win for hockey sensation Gavin McKenna -- the felony assault charge levied against him has been tossed!

The Penn State hockey phenom -- widely projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft -- was originally staring down a serious legal mess after police charged him with felony aggravated assault ... plus misdemeanor simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct following an alleged altercation earlier this week.

The allegations stemmed from a confrontation near campus last weekend between McKenna and another man that escalated, according to the State College Police Department. Investigators initially claimed McKenna punched the alleged victim twice in the face ... leaving him with fractures to both sides of his jaw and a missing tooth, injuries prosecutors believed justified the felony charge.

But after reviewing video of the incident, the District Attorney’s Office says the evidence doesn’t support the claim McKenna intended to cause severe bodily harm -- a key requirement for aggravated assault.

The biggest story out of the 2026 Olympics so far has been reports of a penis-injecting doping scandal rocking the ski jumping community ... but officials say so far, it's nothing but a "wild rumor."

The news spread like wildfire on Thursday ... with outlets stating the World Anti-Doping Agency was keeping a close eye on crotches throughout the sport due to speculation athletes could be pumping their members with hyaluronic acid to get a leg up on the competition.

Why the heck would they do that?? The belief is athletes used the acid to temporarily increase their junk size during suit measurements ... which would result in extra fabric in the groin area -- adding lift to the uniforms to help them jump farther.

Sonny Jurgensen -- a Hall of Fame quarterback who played for Philadelphia and Washington -- has passed away at the age of 91.

The Commanders shared a statement from the family announcing his passing Friday morning ... saying, "his legacy will remain an indelible part of the city he loved and the family he built."

"We are enormously proud of his amazing life and accomplishments on the field, marked not only by a golden arm, but also a fearless spirit and intellect that earned him a place among the greats in Canton."