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Shutterstock Jon Stewart paid his final respects to Ground Zero first responder Luis Alvarez, who just days before his death, sitting side-by-side with Stewart, pled with Congress to extend compensation funds for 9/11 victims. Detective Alvarez’s funeral was held Wednesday in NYC. He died Saturday from complications resulting from the cancer linked to months he

Exclusive Getty HBO’s smash hit series “Big Little Lies” has got a lot of kiddos featured in the program — and one of them is getting paid BANK to run it back for the second season. 12-year-old Ivy George — who starred as Laura Dern‘s daughter, Amabella, in season 1, and was brought back for

Exclusive TMZ / Getty Composite Jenelle Evans is no longer an empty-nester … TMZ has learned her children are coming home.  Sources connected to the case tell us, the judge in her custody trial has just ruled 2-year-old Ensley and 4-year-old Kaiser will be returned to their mom. We’re told Kaiser’s dad, Nathan Griffith, must

Exclusive Getty Composite Sherri Shepherd‘s ex is nuclear over her scathing radio interview targeting him … and he’s accusing her of being vindictive and bitter. Lamar Sally is clapping back days after Sherri hopped on D.L. Hughley‘s radio show and eviscerated Lamar … saying she married the “sorry-ass dude” because she was lonely in the

Play video content TMZ.com Jussie Smollett and the Osundairo brothers had multiple close encounters — all caught on camera — BEFORE the alleged attack went down, but the outcome of those encounters is puzzling. The video — first found by Matt Finn of Fox News — shows the icy street near Jussie’s apartment building sometime

Exclusive TMZ Jussie Smollett‘s camp is very upset over what they believe are untrue stories about what actually went down in January, when he says he was the victim of a racist and homophobic attack. Sources directly tied to Smollett say the media has mischaracterized a text he sent to Abel Osundairo 4 days before

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Benzino says if he sees the female officer he cursed out in his neighborhood ever again he’s got two words for her … “I’m sorry.” But, he hopes she does the same. The former “Love & Hip Hop” star tells TMZ … he’s offering a mea culpa following his meltdown

Exclusive TMZ/Getty Composite Those who care for Honey Boo Boo are making sure Mama June can’t dip in to her funds … and it’s all because of concerns over Mama’s casino trips with boyfriend Geno Doak and their crack cocaine arrest.  Family sources tell TMZ … a rep for 13-year-old Alana — AKA Honey Boo

Los Angeles native Vanessa Marano was only 13 years old when she landed the role of the spectacled youngster, April Nardini, in the long-running television drama “Gilmore Girls.” Vanessa Marano shared her scenes with stars like Scott Patterson as her paternal plot twist Luke Danes, Sherilyn Fenn as April’s pretty (and protective) mom, Anna Nardini

Zoë Kravitz is just the latest celeb to be tying the knot in France — except her guests of honor are basically a who’s-who of Hollywood … Monterey style.  The actress held her wedding with fiance Karl Glusman Saturday in Paris, where much of her co-stars from “Big Little Lies” showed up in style. Nicole

Exclusive TMZ/Getty Composite Dog the Bounty Hunter said his wife Beth Chapman‘s death came fast, but because she was fighting cancer — she made plans for the worst … TMZ has learned. Sources close to the Chapman family tell TMZ … Dog and Beth’s children had several discussions with her about her memorial arrangements if

Play video content TMZ.com Nancy Grace thinks O.J. Simpson‘s apparent attempt to become a pro fantasy football analyst is disgusting — because throat-slitting maniacs like him don’t deserve a second chance.  With O.J. posting fantasy football videos on Twitter, the guys on “TMZ Live” asked Grace if she thinks he has a real chance at

Backgrid Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner are getting ready to tie the knot again with a nod to her “Game of Thrones” stardom … by going full red wedding for their rehearsal dinner!!! Joe and Sophie just arrived at La Mirande in France for their Friday night rehearsal dinner … and the bride and groom

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Benzino blew up on a couple of cops when they hauled him for an outstanding warrant … and his escalation to all-out tirade was captured on a police bodycam. In the footage, obtained by TMZ, Benzino was pissed from the get-go about the incident, because he believes the cop who

Play video content NBC Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is at the center of perhaps the most puzzling moment of the Democratic debates, because a magic act happened on her chin … and the question is WHO’s the magician?? The Congresswoman from Hawaii was talking foreign policy during the debate — specifically the possibility of America going

Exclusive TMZ Beth Chapman is getting a special sendoff from the TV network where she and her husband became icons. Honchos at A&E tell TMZ … the network is airing a 4-hour “Dog the Bounty Hunter” marathon next Monday morning, and it will conclude with an onscreen in memoriam tribute to Beth.  As you know

EXCLUSIVE Beth Chapman was taping alongside Duane “Dog” Chapman almost until her last day, but there’s some unfinished work to be done … and now it’s in Dog’s hands to decide how their project will end. Their new show, “Dog’s Most Wanted,” had been shooting for several months, and they were coming to a close

‘ALF’ Star Max Wright Dead at 75 After Long Cancer Battle 6/26/2019 3:45 PM PDT EXCLUSIVE Max Wright, who famously played the father on the 80s hit sitcom “ALF” — died Wednesday … TMZ has learned.  Family sources tell TMZ … the actor passed away in his home in Hermosa Beach, CA … just outside

EXCLUSIVE Beth Chapman, who along with her husband, Duane “Dog” Chapman, appeared for years on the iconic show, “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” is dead. Beth died Wednesday at a Honolulu hospital, days after being placed in a medically-induced coma. She had battled long and hard against cancer, which ultimately took her life. The 51-year-old announced

Blac Chyna Hairdresser Wanted Her 15 Min … It Backfired, Bitch!!! 6/26/2019 12:50 AM PDT EXCLUSIVE Blac Chyna says she always knew she’d be vindicated in her hairdresser knife case, ’cause the lady was simply thirsty for the spotlight — but she ain’t gonna drink from Chyna’s fountain. BC says Tuesday’s decision by the L.A.

Ty Pennington Jesse Tyler Ferguson Has My Blessing to Yell ‘Move That Bus!!!’ 6/25/2019 4:11 PM PDT EXCLUSIVE Further proof Ty Pennington‘s one of the nicest guys in the world … he’s giving Jesse Tyler Ferguson his blessing as the new host for the ‘Extreme Makeover‘ reboot. We got Ty arriving at LAX Tuesday and of course had

Blac Chyna Off The Hook … For Allegedly Threatening Hairdresser With Knife 6/25/2019 12:14 PM PDT EXCLUSIVE Blac Chyna won’t be prosecuted for allegedly brandishing a knife and threatening her hairdresser. The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office tells TMZ the cases against Blac Chyna and her hairdresser were both rejected … due to insufficient evidence.

Gwyneth Paltrow & Hubby Brad We Might Not Live Together But We Sure as Hell Vacay Together!!! 6/24/2019 7:24 AM PDT Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk are bending the rule at home that the couple that [insert cute action verb] together stays together — but abroad … they’re 2 peas in a pod. The actor and

Beth Chapman Placed in Coma Out of Necessity … Was Yanking Out Tubes 6/24/2019 12:54 PM PDT EXCLUSIVE Doctors were having a hard time treating Beth Chapman over the weekend — so much so, they felt putting her in a coma was the only way they could effectively help Beth help herself. Sources familiar with

Beth Chapman In a Coma … Dog Asks for Prayers 6/23/2019 6:53 AM PDT Beth Chapman is in desperate shape … in a medically-induced coma at a hospital in Hawaii, and her husband, Duane “Dog” Chapman, is asking people to pray for her. Beth has struggled with cancer for years. She was cancer free for

BET pulled out all the stops for Nipsey Hussle at its annual award show … and the emotion on stage and in the crowd was palpable.  The slain South L.A. MC was presented with a special tribute Sunday night during the BET Awards –where T.I. spoke some kind words about the hip-hop icon, recounting the impact

Janet Jackson Michael’s Legacy ‘Will Continue’ 6/23/2019 11:47 AM PDT Janet Jackson has broken her silence amid new allegations against her brother, Michael Jackson, in “Leaving Neverland” — and her message is simple … his rep will be just fine.  Michael’s younger sister spoke with The Sunday Times, and addressed what she thought would happen

Mama June Family Fears the Worst with Geno … Thinks She’s in ‘Mental Prison’ 6/23/2019 1:00 AM PDT EXCLUSIVE Mama June‘s relationship with her boyfriend has moved beyond troubling and is in dangerous territory … according to her family, who are terrified of the downward spiral. Sources close to June tell TMZ … her family

Jenelle Evans & David Eason Gotta Scoot … E-Cruising Around D.C. 6/21/2019 12:50 AM PDT EXCLUSIVE Jenelle Evans and David Eason are in the nation’s capital on business, but there’s NO gridlock for them — they’re dodging D.C. traffic, and having fun while they’re at it … on scooters. Sources close to Jenelle tell TMZ

Nik Wallenda NYC Tightrope Walk … Nervous For Sister After Scary Fall 6/21/2019 2:18 PM PDT EXCLUSIVE Famous tightrope walker Nik Wallenda admits he’s nervous for his upcoming stunt above Times Square … but the nerves are reserved for his sister’s welfare, as she joins him for the first time since her near-fatal accident.  The daredevil