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Before this happy little kid was bringing smiles to faces with her music and quirky television characters, she was just another southern sweetie with a bright future growing up on a ranch in Oklahoma. While this star shared a throwback in a sepia tone shot … you might have better luck guessing who is in

Every so often, Amerie‘s hit single ‘1 Thing’ crops up online — and like clockwork, a fierce debate gets fired up … inevitably bringing Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez into the convo. Here’s the deal … the 2005 track — featured on Amerie’s 2nd album, ‘Touch’ — resurfaces on Twitter every few months, like it’s doing

‘SNL’ broke from tradition Saturday night … there were no laughs in the cold open — instead, there was a moving tribute to Ukraine. The show opened with Kate McKinnon and Cecily Strong somberly introducing the Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York. The choir sang a mournful song called “Prayer for Ukraine.” The Chorus has

Kanye West certainly has a new muse in Kim Kardashian look-alike Chaney Jones, but the two don’t consider themselves a couple, at least not yet. Sources close to the two tell us … while they’ve been together here and there over the last couple weeks, it’s all for fun. We’re told Kanye’s obviously attracted to

Kanye West might not be able to have Kim Kardashian — but he’s got the next best thing, it seems, in her look-alike … who’s almost like her carbon copy down to a curvaceous T! As you know … Ye’s been trotting out his new flame, Chaney Jones, more and more lately — stepping out

Kanye West has just made it clear … he’s not gonna end his marriage without a fight, but the fight he’s waging is, well, bizarre. Kanye just filed legal docs … trying to make his social media posts attacking Kim, Pete and others inadmissible in next week’s hearing. As we reported, a judge will decide

Play video content It’s Tricky with Raquel Harper NLE Choppa thinks people are naive if they believe rap wars can just end … like the longstanding beef between Young Dolph & Yo Gotti. The Memphis rapper was on the latest episode of “It’s Tricky with Raquel Harper,” talking feuds between artists … Yo Gotti and

Play video content Floyd Mayweather sang his damn heart out to celebrate his 45th birthday … and he called on Kanye West, Aaron Donald and Antonio Brown to be his backup singers!! TMZ Sports has learned — TBE hosted a private party at David Grutman‘s Sushi Fly Chicken in Miami on Wednesday to celebrate his

Jay-Z‘s pockets just got fatter after coming out on top in a 6-year legal war with Parlux … the perfume company that sued him over his now-defunct fragrance. Parlux had sued Jay in 2016, claiming he failed to hold up his end of the promotional bargain when they teamed up to launch his cologne, Gold

Drakeo the Ruler‘s brother is suing the folks behind the music festival where he was stabbed to death … he says concert promoters failed to keep the L.A. rapper safe. According to a new lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, Drakeo’s bro claims the rapper’s life was in jeopardy the moment he arrived at December’s Once Upon

It appears Kanye West has a new sidekick, he’s been spotted again with Chaney Jones … the woman whose style has seemingly mimicked Kim Kardashian time and time again. We got pics of the new duo out in Miami Thursday, grabbing a bite to eat for lunch. Chaney dressed head-to-toe in a black body suit,

Kim Kardashian wants a judge to make her single ASAP … because Kanye West‘s Instagram posts are hurting her emotionally, and all she wants now is to move on and co-parent in a healthy manner. In new court docs, obtained by TMZ, Kim says it very directly, “I very much desire to be divorced.” She

Gene Simmons is one huge step closer to leaving Las Vegas, now that he’s found someone to snatch up what he thought was his dream home … until his family strongly disagreed. The KISS rocker is selling his beautiful glass palace for $13.5 million and it’s got a lot to offer. The 6-bed, 8-bath house

Britney Spears is gearing up for a legal war with her former business managers at TriStar Entertainment — a company heavily involved in her conservatorship, which she now outlandishly claims attempted to end her life. The singer went off on TriStar Wednesday, especially its head honcho Lou Taylor and her righthand woman, Robin Greenhill —

Kanye West had at least one guest of honor by his side behind the scenes at his “Donda 2” listening event … and she looks an awful lot like his estranged wife. We got photos of Kanye backstage at LoanDepot Park in Miami Tuesday night joined by Chaney Jones aka the Kim Kardashian look-alike. Chaney

Rapper Slim Jxmmi‘s battery case has been dropped … after the alleged victim recanted her allegations … TMZ has learned. According to new legal documents — obtained by TMZ — prosecutors in Florida say they do not have a good faith basis to file any battery charges against the rapper. Prosecutors say Slim’s girlfriend backtracked

Gary Brooker, the singer who put ’60s British rock group Procol Harum on the map with an iconic hit of the ‘Summer of Love,’ is skipping the light fandango in heaven now. Gary died Saturday after battling cancer according to a statement released by the band. They say their lead singer and pianist died peacefully

The Weeknd had himself quite a weekend — not only hooking up with a new flame in Simi Khadra … but linking with an old pal in Drake, who was there for the good time. Drizzy just posted some photos that showed him having a ball with Abel in Vegas during the latter’s 32nd birthday

Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have a knack for giving their kids unique first names, but turns out middle names are also important to them … especially to Travis. Wolf Webster‘s birth certificate, obtained by TMZ, is pretty standard. But notice Wolf’s middle name — Jacques. It’s actually Travis’ birth name — Jacques Webster. Baby

Play video content Michael Buble is having another kid — his fourth — with his wife, Luisana Lopilato, who’s showing off her baby bump in a sneak peek of his new music video … surprise!!! TMZ obtained this clip of Buble’s forthcoming video for his song, ‘I’ll Never Not Love You,’ which is expected to

‘America’s Got Talent’ breakout star Jane ‘Nightbirde’ Marczewski has died after a battle with cancer … TMZ has learned. A source with direct knowledge tells us the phenom singer passed away Sunday after months of receiving treatment for the disease … which had spread to her lungs, spine and liver. Waiting for your permission to

English pop music icons Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal were both in their early 20s when they became international celebrities after their sophomore album “Songs From The Big Chair” topped the Billboard charts in 1985 with smash singles like “Shout,” “Head Over Heels” … and the classic “Everybody Wants To Rule The World.” While both

Soulja Boy and Kanye West might seem like they’re constantly at each other’s throats — but they’re actually buds … so says SB himself. Big Draco set the record straight Sunday by announcing that, yes, he and Ye are actually cool … despite him apparently taking shots at the guy, including recently — when he

After an electric opening night, Justin Bieber‘s tour has hit a speed bump … we’ve learned the singer has tested positive for COVID-19, and at least one concert date has been postponed. A rep for the singer tells TMZ Justin found out Saturday he had COVID, but thankfully is feeling OK. Justin was supposed to

Play video content TMZ.com Stephan Jenkins from Third Eye Blind is setting the record straight about the confrontation between his band and Mötley Crüe in “Pam & Tommy.” It never happened, because he’s never even met them. The Hulu series — about Pamela Anderson and drummer Tommy Lee‘s marriage — features a scene where the

An up-and-coming rapper from the ATL is drawing a line in the sand over who can and can’t claim her turf — and by default … kinda ostracizes A LOT of big names that rep her home. The young MC is Omeretta The Great, and she’s got a new single out — “Sorry Not Sorry”

Kanye West could soon find himself charged for allegedly attacking a fan outside an L.A. hotel … TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … cops have nearly completed their investigation into the case, and will soon ship their findings off to the L.A. City Attorney’s Office, who will decide on whether to file

Benny The Butcher is a suspect in a grand theft case, after the alleged victim claims he made off with some of her super-expensive jewelry … TMZ has learned. Law enforcement sources confirm to TMZ … a few weeks ago, the rapper was sharing a room with a lady at the SLS Hotel in Bev