Dwayne Johnson Slips in Surprise R-Word During His Kevin Hart Roast

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Dwayne Johnson made a not-so-shocking appearance last night at Netflix's "The Roast of Kevin Hart" ... but then went hardcore, even dropping the R-word, which, if you know his past, is wild.

The movie star was the last person to light into Kevin before it was the comic's turn to throw zingers at everyone else who'd burned him -- and DJ made it count big time.

The short-guy jokes and the quips of talentless-ness were all par for the evening's course -- and even Dwayne hitting on KH's wife was funny -- though not shocking -- but then he dropped the R-word while making fun of controversial NBAer Draymond Green.

Kim Zolciak Unbothered By Ex Kroy Hanging With Her BF Kyle's Ex-Wife

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'Real Housewives of Atlanta' alum Kim Zolciak is not sweating her ex-husband, Kroy Biermann, getting close with her current boyfriend Kyle Mowitz's ex-wife, Jillian Green, TMZ has learned. 

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ that Kim is not bothered at all by Kroy being spotted with Jillian over the weekend. 

In a video, Kroy and Jillian were seen hugging in a parking lot following a hike in Georgia. The hangout comes as Kyle and Jillian remain in a divorce war. 

Victor Wembanyama Avoids Suspension ... Over Naz Reid Elbow

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The Spurs won't have to play game 5 of the conference semifinals without Victor Wembanyama ... the NBA superstar has avoided further punishment after being ejected Sunday night for blasting Naz Reid in the face with an elbow.

Not only will the 22-year-old phenom not be suspended for the pivotal upcoming game, but he won't even be fined for the controversial play, according to Shams Charania.

Of course, Wemby was tossed for the first time in his NBA career during the game 4 loss ... swinging his elbow, and hitting Reid in the face during a moment of frustration during the first half.

Dianna Russini Wraps Arm Around Mike Vrabel ... Chattin' It Up At 2022 Super Bowl Party

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Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini kept it pretty professional in front of their NFL peers at a post-awards show party before the 2022 Super Bowl ... and TMZ has photos from the event.

The two were spotted hugging at a VIP party at The Forum in Los Angeles before Super Bowl LVI ... with Russini leaning in close to talk to the head coach.

Check out the photo ... Russini's hand is on Vrabel's back as she speaks into her ear -- though it could just be she needed to cut through the noise as the band Kings of Leon performed.

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Mizzou's Ahmad Hardy Shot At Concert ... In Stable Condition

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Missouri football player Ahmad Hardy suffered a gunshot wound while attending a concert in Mississippi over the weekend ... and the running back is now in stable condition after undergoing surgery.

The school released a statement on Monday ... saying, "Ahmad is deeply loved by his teammates, coaches, friends, family and fans. We will continue to stand beside him and his family through this difficult time, offering our love, prayers, strength and support."

The junior athlete was a star for the Tigers last season ... earning 1,649 yards on the ground and 16 touchdowns after transferring from UL Monroe.

Flavor Flav U.S. Women's Hockey ... Getting Keys To Las Vegas!!!

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Flavor Flav tells TMZ Sports the "She Got Game" weekend will be so epic, the U.S. Women's Olympic Hockey team will leave Las Vegas with keys to the city!!

We caught up with the rap legend at LAX this week ... and he said the July extravaganza already features plenty of entertainment, food, drinks, etc. ... but they're going one step further with top honors from the city.

Flav took a jab at their men's counterparts as he raved about the bash ... saying while they went to President Trump's White House, known for giving McDonald's to champions, the ladies will be chowing down on steak and lobster.

Tom Brady Shoots Shot with Kevin Hart's Wife During Netflix Roast

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A-listers gathered on Sunday to roast the crap out of Kevin Hart ... but the comedian wanted to get things started by taking a few shots of his own.

He took the stage at the Kia Forum in L.A. to say he was going to be a good sport while he gets roasted, not a "f***ing bitch" like Tom Brady.

And as he went on and on slamming the superstar QB ... Tom himself stepped out from backstage.

Wesley Edens Fortress Co-Founder Allegedly Extorted By Ex-Hookup

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Wesley Edens -- co-founder of Fortress Investment Group and co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks -- was allegedly extorted for over $1 billion.

Prosecutors say Edens hooked up with Changli "Sophia" Luo -- who founded the One World Initiative Advocacy nonprofit group -- back in 2023, and she later threatened to publicize videos and photos of them having sex.

They claim she kept threatening him for months ... even contacting his family and saying she was going to go to his investors.

Caitlin Clark What Loss? I'm Hangin' with Morgan Wallen!!!

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Caitlin Clark turned a brutal double-duty night into a headline-grabbing moment off the court ... linking up with Morgan Wallen during his second Indianapolis show, just hours after a gut-punch loss.

Clark had just finished a tight matchup against the Dallas Wings, where her team came up short by just three points in a game that stayed close down to the final minutes. However, instead of heading straight into a quiet postgame night, she later made her way to Wallen’s sold-out concert stop in Indianapolis.

The "I Got Better" country singer -- who was in town for night two of his "Still The Problem Tour" stop -- surprised the crowd when Clark walked out alongside him ... sending the arena into a frenzy.

Spencer Pratt Courts Lakers Crowd, Amid L.A. Mayor Campaign

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Spencer Pratt brought his political ambitions to the hardwood last night ... showing up courtside at a Lakers game and turning the NBA spotlight into a very public campaign moment.

The reality star–turned–mayoral candidate was spotted soaking up the action at the arena ... chatting with fans and treating the high-profile game like an unofficial campaign rally.

At one point, Pratt appeared to be chatting it up in the crowd more than watching the court, all while wearing a "Los Angeles Pratt" hat that resembles the L.A. team's famous yellow logo.

Alexi Lalas Says Soccer Star Christian Pulisic ... Will Go Down As Greatest U.S. Player Ever!!!

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The World Cup -- hosted by the United States for the first time in 3 decades -- will be here before we know it ... and U.S. soccer legend Alexi Lalas says sports fans are about to be introduced to a bunch of new stars!

"Yes [there will be stars born] by the end of the tournament," the U.S. soccer great told Babcock from the TMZ Sports newsroom this week, ahead of the FIFA World Cup, going down across North America, starting June 11.

"I think the Christian Pulisic phenomenon, if you will, 'cause I think he's going to go on and become the best male American soccer player. But I think again, I am sitting here because of that [World Cup] power. A guy like Weston McKennie, who plays over at Juventus in Italy, I think his personality is really going to be something that Americans are going to gravitate to."

Stefon Diggs Free, Clear and Kissing Cardi B!!!

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Stefon Diggs is celebrating his acquittal with a quick kiss ... pecking Cardi B on the cheek during a charity event.

The NFL star hosted his Diggs Deep Foundation Mother’s Day wellness event Saturday ... and his baby mama Cardi made a cameo, posing for photos and hanging all over the wide receiver. Remember ... we told you the pair had broken up earlier this year.

Check it out ... the two stood in front of a pink background, and Stefon dipped Cardi -- kissing her on the cheek in one of the many snaps photogs took.

Braves Legend Bobby Cox Dead at 84

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Bobby Cox -- the Hall of Fame manager who was ejected more times than any other manager in MLB history -- has died ... the Atlanta Braves announced Saturday.

The team took to X to pay tribute Cox -- who managed the team from 1978 to 1981 and then again from 1990 to 2010 -- calling him a "wealth of knowledge on player development and the intricacies of the game."

The Braves add his passion for baseball was only exceeded by his passion for his family ... and their offer their condolences to his widow, Pam, and their children and grandchildren.

Taylor Swift Stuns in Lacy LBD for Travis Kelce Date Night

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Taylor Swift wore the complete opposite of bridal white during Friday's date night with Travis Kelce ... instead opting for a silky and sexy LBD!

Check it out -- the power couple stepped out hand-in-hand for dinner at Gordon Ramsay’s new restaurant, Lucky Cat, on the swanky Bishopsgate street in London. Taylor paired her lacy slip dress with a black trench coat and heels ... keeping her hair away from her face in an updo. She added a pop of color with her signature red lip.

The Kansas City Chiefs star looked dapper in a brown set paired with plaid slip-ons and shades.

Dana White I'm 'Excited,' Not Frightened ... By Violent Chimaev-Strickland Trash Talk!

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Dana White is the opposite of frightened leading up to the HEATED UFC 328 main event matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland, telling TMZ Sports ... "It's exciting!"

"It doesn't scare me," the UFC honcho said Friday in Manhattan, referencing all the insane trash talk leading up to Saturday's fight card.

"It's been a minute since I've had a fight that's had this much heat on it. Ya know, it's exciting."

Stars and Scars You Be the Judge

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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle their legal war, mostly ... plus, Jeffrey Epstein's suicide note raises more questions than answers and Timothée Chalamet makes Kylie Jenner fly solo to the Met Gala. So, we gotta ask ...