A man wielding a chainsaw in an assisted-living facility was shot after a tense standoff with police .. and, the whole showdown was caught on dramatic body cam footage.
Video of the incident -- which happened back in December -- captures Daniel H. Escalera, an Indiana man, who was at River Glen of St. Charles assisted living facility in Illinois, revving the chainsaw as officers arrive on the scene.
The responding officer repeatedly tells the man to drop the chainsaw, as Escalera says he just wants to see his wife ... while trying hard to get it started. Eventually, he's able to get the tool going -- which is when the officer tases him.
Rep. Wesley Hunt is torching D.L. Hughley for siding with Don Lemon's hot take ... that Black MAGA supporters can't be rational.
ICYMI ... Hughley came on "TMZ Live" Wednesday, where he pointed fingers, including calling out the GOP congressman -- check out the video below -- after Hunt clapped back at Lemon's claim, arguing he became a combat veteran, West Point grad, Ivy League triple-degree holder and a U.S. Congressman by being a "serious rational person."
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D.L. said plenty of Black people who aren't MAGA, including Kamala Harris, have similar accolades as Rep. Hunt, yet they're written off as "D.E.I. Hires." The comedian doubled down on Don Lemon’s point, claiming Black MAGA supporters are merely props for President Donald Trump, while Trump’s actions actively harm the Black community.
Diddy's legal archenemy, Texas attorney Tony Buzbee, is withdrawing himself from more than a dozen sex trafficking lawsuits filed against Diddy in New York federal court.
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Buzbee is moving to withdraw as a representing attorney in 15 cases filed in the Southern District of New York.
Buzbee says he's backing out of the lawsuits until he is admitted to practice law in SDNY.
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Getting to the gym can be a chore so motivate yourself with a cute new workout set!
Whether you’re looking for biker shorts and a crop top or leggings that’ll snatch your waist, we’ve got all the sets that’ll have you making a statement while you’re breaking a sweat.
Because when you look good, you feel good -- and nothing can boost your confidence like a good gym ’fit!
Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. is making the most of his team's trip to L.A. ... hitting up Rodeo Drive with Kelsey Calemine and checking out some luxury watches!!
The couple was spotted at the Rolex Boutique Gearys around 5 PM on Tuesday ... one day before the Nugs face off against the Los Angeles Lakers.
MPJ -- who has been linked to the model and influencer for nearly a year -- tried on some expensive timepieces during the visit ... and we're told Calemine got in on the fun, too.
Ryan Reynolds is trying to run from the very firestorm he helped ignite by trying to get cut out of the legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively ... at least according to Justin's attorney.
Bryan Freedman is blasting Ryan for filing a request to dismiss Baldoni's lawsuit against him, telling TMZ ... "Mr. Reynolds’ exploitation of his enormous power in Hollywood continues, this time arrogantly asking to be dismissed from the case despite his publicly documented involvement extending far beyond just being a 'supportive spouse.' Mr. Reynolds was a key player in the scheme, defaming Justin around Hollywood, strong-arming WME into dropping Justin as a client, and trying to destroy Justin’s career however possible."
As we reported, Ryan filed the dismissal docs Tuesday, calling Justin "thin-skinned" for complaining the so-called "Nicepool" character from "Deadpool & Wolverine" was mocking him.
Travis Kelceand Taylor Swifthave kept a low profile since the Super Bowl thrashing, but there's a chance the superstar couple may soon reemerge at the World's Most Famous Arena to catch a Knicks game!
Trav and bro Jason chopped it up withBen Stiller on this week's episode of "New Heights," with the actor telling the story of meeting Swift at a game a decade ago.
"I was there with my son," Stiller said. "We FaceTimed my daughter, who is a huge Swiftie. She's 23 now, we had the best time. She was incredible."
Lingerie’s never looked hotter -- especially when it's on a total bombshell, turning up the heat to scorching levels!
This actress is rocking a white lace suspender set and serving up those sexy poses like it’s her everyday routine. Got any idea who’s making it look this effortless?
If you’re craving more eye-catching shots of hotties in their itty-bitties, keep clicking through the gallery -- there’s plenty more where that came from.
Iman Shumpert is adamant he never leaked any sort of information to the public about his messy divorce with Teyana Taylor.
The former NBA star's attorney, Stephen C. Steele, said in a statement to TMZ Sports on Wednesday that Shumpert vehemently denies Taylor's allegations that he recently dropped nuggets about their split to media members in order to drum up interest in his new rap music.
"My client, Mr. Iman Shumpert, has never whatsoever leaked any allegations or claims stated in any of the pleadings in" the Taylor/Shumpert divorce case, Steele said. "Mr. Shumpert adamantly denies that he has provided any information to any media."
Hailey Bieber is fed up with some of the false narratives and rumors about her that are spreading online ... and she's exploring ways to fight back.
Sources close to Hailey tell TMZ … the latest disgusting narrative online tries to paint Hailey as a bully and stalker and she's considering taking legal action for the first time.
Just last week, there was a video making the rounds on TikTok alleging she liked a mean post about Selena Gomez's fiancé, Benny Blanco. Now, there's a 7-part series on YouTube claiming she stalked Justin Bieber and used her connections to get him to be her husband.
8:51 AM PT --Lily Stewart's attorney Stephen Morris tells TMZ ... he just got the speeding charge against Lily dropped. Morris says he informed the prosecutor that Lily was being targeted by online trolls who made a slew of vile comments after her mug shot went viral.
As a result, the prosecutor dismissed the case out of concern for Stewart's safety. Morris says he's now calling media outlets and asking them to take down Lily's booking photo since the case is no longer active. Still, Morris says Lily is facing some punishment for driving 84 miles per hour in a 55 MPH zone. She has to do community service and take a defensive driving class.
A Georgia sorority girl's not letting her recent arrest get her down ... 'cause she was grinning from ear-to-ear in her mug shot -- and, her smile's got social media users in a tizzy.
Lily Stewart -- a 20-year-old university student from the University of Georgia -- was arrested earlier this month and booked on a speeding in excess of maximum limits charge, a misdemeanor in the state.
Unlike President Donald Trump's scowl in his mug shot, Lily decided to go with the Miss America look, like she just won the lottery -- instead of a one-way ticket to a holding cell.
The biggest honor in entertainment means nothing to Ben Stiller -- at least in comparison to his beloved New York Knicks' success ... 'cause the actor said he'd rather have an NBA title than an Oscar!!
The comedy legend and "Severance" director admitted just how crazy he is about his basketball team on the latest episode of Travis and Jason Kelce's "New Heights" podcast ... when he admitted he'd be perfectly content with never getting a statuette in his trophy case -- as long as Larry O'Brien comes back to New York.
Stiller joked a Knicks title is a lot more likely ... so he's "definitely down" for it to play out like that.
A delivery driver in China turned into a real-life action star this week -- going full street fighter in an epic showdown with two security guards!
You gotta see it to believe it -- this guy busted out his best martial arts chops, smacking one guard across the head, sending him flying with a brutal kick to the torso before setting his sights -- and fists -- on the next security officer.
The delivery dude seized the other guard by his clothing, yanking him across the concrete before chucking him to the ground -- grunting like a warrior and going full beast mode with every move.
Cynthia Bailey says her life's been a mess since she went public with her relationship ... but, she says it's also nice that she and her man don't have to duck people in public anymore.
Gelo Ball's going from BBB to TNA -- the hooper-turned-rapper just released the visuals for his new track with GloRilla ... and it's chock-full of strippers.
The video for "Can You Please" is set in a strip club ... showing Gelo arriving at the joint in a Ferrari and rocking a jacket from his brotherLaMelo's LaFrance clothing line.
The vid gets crazy from there ... with a bunch of women dancing on poles and twerking in front of Ball and his crew.
Christina Applegate says she's been hospitalized "upwards of 30 times" from throwing up, diarrhea, and excruciating pain ... and she thinks it stems from her MS.
The "Married... with Children" star -- who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosisin 2021 -- opened up about her rather crappy experiences on her latest 'MeSsy' podcast episode as she and her cohost Jamie-Lynn Sigleraddressed a note from a listener also battling the autoimmune disease and dealing with frequent diarrhea and vomiting.
During the candid discussion, CA admits when she needs to go No. 2, she oftentimes also pukes ... and is certain there's a correlation between her upset stomach and MS, despite doctors not being totally convinced.