Dodgers' Kiké Hernandez Addresses Team's 'DGAF' Moment

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WE BELIEVED IN EACH OTHER
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Kiké Hernandez's viral postgame interview of the team's "Don't give a f***" mindset took Dodger Nation by storm ... but the star utility player said it wasn't a spur of the moment comment -- 'cause that was L.A.'s motto throughout their World Series run!

TMZ Sports caught up with the newly crowned World Series champ as he worked an honorary shift at Raising Canes ... and he explained how the clubhouse didn't let any outside talk affect how they went about their business.

"We were gonna do whatever it took to win a game, to win a series," he said. "I think it showed throughout the whole postseason that we didn't really care about what anybody thought about us. We didn't really care about the outside noise."

Taylor Swift I'm Ready For Some Football ... Travis' Game Is Monday Night Party!!!

Taylor Swift is back at her home away from home ... Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City ... and she's ready to watch Travis Kelce ball out on Monday Night Football.

The singer is in the house to watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... she just arrived, wearing a mostly all-black outfit ... with a matching top, shorts and knee-high boots.

Taylor topped off her look with a Chiefs jacket ... and, she looks ready to cheer on her man as the Chiefs look to remain the only unbeaten team in the NFL.

Jason Kelce Apologizes For Viral Fan Incident ... I Greeted Hate W/ Hate

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Jason Kelce was back on the ESPN set on Monday, but it wasn't business as usual for the retired NFL star ... who opened up Monday Night Countdown with an apology for his actions.

"I think everybody's seen on social media everything that took place this week," the 36-year-old said at the top of the show from Arrowhead Stadium.

"Listen, I'm not happy with anything that took place. I'm not proud of it. In a heated moment, I chose to greet hate with hate and I just don't think that's a productive thing. I really don't."

TMZ TV HOT TAKE JASON KELCES USES SLUR IN RAGE ... justified or not?!?

Jason Kelce is on video using a homophobic slur in a fight where he's defending his brother Travis Kelce and his girlfriend Taylor Swift ... and the question is was this justified?

We tackle the burning issue in today's edition of TMZ TV Hot Takes ... and this one has the office firing off their opinions.

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HERO OR VILLAIN???
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Harvey and Charles tackled the big story from the weekend on "TMZ Live" ... breaking down the video showing the heated interaction from the Penn State campus before a big football game.

Check out the clip ... and decide for yourself if Jason was right or wrong here.

Check your local listings for when TMZ is on in your area or catch up on past episodes!

Shedeur Sanders Laughs Off Class Registration ... I'm Going to the NFL!!!

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NO CLASSES FOR ME
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Shedeur Sanders will be done with school the second he plays his last down for Colorado -- the star quarterback admitted he couldn't care less about registering for classes next semester ... 'cause he'll be too busy getting ready for the NFL!!

The 22-year-old athlete's comment was captured on video at Monday's practice ... when a Buffaloes coach reminded the student-athletes about the important deadline.

Shedeur seemed confused at first, thinking it was for the 2024 presidential election ... but when his teammates told him it was regarding the next round of courses, he immediately brushed it off.

Penn State Police Investigating Kelce Phone-Smashing Incident

Jason Kelce's altercation with an unruly spectator at the Penn State game this weekend is on law enforcement's radar ... with officials looking into the matter.

TMZ Sports has learned ... the school's Police and Public Safety agencies are investigating the viral interaction between the Philadelphia Eagles legend and a man who referred to his brother, Travis, as a homophobic slur ... and the process is "ongoing."

Kelce was in town to catch the massive showdown between Ohio State and Penn State ... which the Buckeyes ultimately won by a final score of 20-13.

Peruvian Soccer Players Struck By Lightning On Pitch ... One Dead, Several Hurt

A freak accident claimed the life of a 39-year-old soccer player in Peru ... when the man was tragically struck by a bolt of lightning, killing him as he was walking off the pitch.

Several others, including two teenage boys, were also injured during the strike ... which was captured on video.

It all went down during Sunday's matchup between Juventud Bellavista and Familia Chocca at Coto Coto stadium in the Peruvian city of Huancayo.

Pregnant Gisele Bündchen Done Keeping a Low Profile ... Grabs Lunch With Joaquim Valente & Kids

Gisele Bündchen is done hiding from the world as her third pregnancy progresses ... stepping out for a sweet lunch date with her baby daddy, Joaquim Valente, and kids Benjamin and Vivian.

Check it out ... the supermodel hit Miami for a bite to eat with her modern family, who were all smiles as they made their way into the local restaurant.

For the weekend outing, Gisele opted for a more casual look ... including a white flowy top, gray joggers, a baseball cap, and flip-flops.

Bill Belichick Dodges Jab Over Halloween Costume ... Let's Talk Ball!!!

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Bill Belichick rolled with the punches during his latest TV appearance ... perfectly evading a friendly jab over his couples Halloween costume with Jordon Hudson.

The 72-year-old legendary coach was met with a hard-hitting question on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Monday ... when the ESPN talent hilariously asked if he had been fishing recently.

It was a clear reference to BB and his 24-year-old girlfriend's fisherman and mermaid-themed 'fits for the holiday ... and it wasn't lost on the Patriots great.

Freddie Gibbs Surprise Album On That Azz 😱 Thx For Support LeBron & Freddy Krueger!!!

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SURPRISE!!!
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Freddie Gibbs just dropped a surprise album using Freddy Krueger's scare tactics and it's already winning over hardcore rap fans ... just ask one of the biggest, LeBron James!!!

TMZ Hip Hop recently linked with FG and his A&R, Norva Denton, at his pop-up shop for his new "You Only Die 1nce" album released on Friday ... after he plastered Hollywood with nightmarish billboards to resemble Elm Street right before Halloween!!!

Freddie's steadily getting praised for his rapping ability, and the first listen impressed LBJ so much he had to post on social media about it.

We spotted the promo a couple weeks ago and connected the dots ... Freddie says he called up FK actor Robert Englund, who happily obliged to do the voiceover and give Freddie's hip hop peers the same unnerving Krueger haunted him with as a kid.

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FREDDY'S BACK!

Because of his reputation as a skilled MC, we also got Freddie's take on why the BET Hip Hop Awards cut out its biggest draw this year -- the rapping ciphers that have been going viral for many years.

Freddie tells us today's talent flat-out sucks at rapping, but he doesn't have that ailment, so here were are.

He hints there's more surprises in store ... including an NSFW suggestion you can search on your own time. Don't say we didn't warn ya!!!

Kai Cenat Working W/ Cops On Swatting Problem ... During 'Mafiathon 2'

Kai Cenat's latest subathon got off to a bumpy start due to a swatting attempt, but the streaming superstar should be in the clear now ... 'cause TMZ has learned he's working with local law enforcement to prevent any future issues.

The 22-year-old internet personality kicked off his "Mafiathon 2" at the start of November ... with the intent to stay live on Twitch for the entire month.

The event is a massive deal ... and has had cameos from names like Lil Uzi Vert and Miranda Cosgrove so far. In fact, Kim Kardashian even starred in a commercial promoting it all.

Bronny James S/O To GF During Road Trip ... 'Love U SM'

Bronny James is experiencing the reality of being an NBA player ... penning a mushy love note to Parker Whitfield during the Lakers' road trip -- letting all his followers know he misses his girl a whole bunch.

The Purple and Gold have been on the move ever since their win over the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 26 ... with visits to Phoenix, Cleveland, Toronto, Detroit and Memphis on the schedule before making it back to L.A. for a home matchup against the Sixers this Friday.

The traveling clearly has the 20-year-old rookie in his feels -- with LeBron's son going to social media to share his feelings.

Danica Patrick Goes After Kamala's Celeb Supporters ... 'I Never Went to a Diddy Party'

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NO DIDDY PARTY FOR ME

Danica Patrick is taking shots at Kamala Harris' bevy of A-list backers ... accusing the group of Hollywood elites of having ties to disgraced music mogul Diddy.

The retired NASCAR driver slammed the Vice President's celebrity supporters during what she said was an unscripted speech at Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania Sunday.

Danica confirmed to the crowd she was "winging" her address, noting she wasn't "paid to be here" and that she didn't "need a telephone" to give her speech. That was an apparent dig at rapper Cardi B, who read off her phone after facing teleprompter issues during Harris' rally in Milwaukee Friday.

Spurs' Gregg Popovich Suffers Health Issue Before Game ... No Timetable For Return

Gregg Popovich reportedly suffered a "health issue" over the weekend before the Spurs game ... with the legendary head coach being ruled out for an "indefinite period."

Shams Charania broke the news Monday morning, saying the 75-year-old coach suffered the issue prior to the Spurs matchup against the Timberwolves on Saturday ... which they won, 113-103.

Assistant coach Mitch Johnson -- who stepped in for his boss and will now serve as interim coach -- said at the time the all-time winningest coach in league history was "not feeling well."

Suni Lee Ready For My S.I. Swim Debut!!! ... See You In 2025

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Team USA superstar Suni Lee is adding to her stacked résumé -- the Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast is now a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model!!

The publication made the huge announcement on Sunday ... saying the 21-year-old will make her print debut in 2025.

Lee -- who has racked up two golds, a silver and three bronzes in her Olympic career -- rocked a black bikini for some snaps in Boca Raton, Florida ... and she looked incredible.

New Orleans Saints Fire Dennis Allen After 7-Game Losing Streak

The New Orleans Saints have had enough of Dennis Allen -- the team just fired its head coach after their seventh straight loss on Sunday.

The move was announced minutes ago, in wake of the Saints' embarrassing defeat to the Carolina Panthers ... one of the worst teams in the league.

Allen -- who signed on to replace Sean Payton in 2022 -- failed to lead NOLA to the playoffs during his tenure ... accumulating an 18-25 record.