MDSO Deputies to Ben Affleck & Matt Damon You Ruined Our Reputation!!! Sues Production Company

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“The Rip” -- Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s movie inspired by a 2016 drug bust in South Florida -- trashed the reputations of some Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputies ... at least according to a new lawsuit.

According to reports, the suit was filed against Matt and Ben’s production company, Artists Equity, and claims their Netflix film unfairly damaged the reps of the real-life officers involved.

MDSO deputy Jonathan Santana told NBC 7News ... “When you rip something, you’re stealing something. We never stole a dollar.”

Charlie In 'Letters To Juliet' 'Memba Him?!

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Australian actor Christopher Egan was in his mid 20s when he played Charlie Wyman -- the stubborn guy who doesn't believe in true love -- in the rom-com film "Letters To Juliet" back in 2010.

Egan hit the big screen with Amanda Seyfried -- who played the idealistic Sophie.

Guess what he looks like now in his 40s!

'It Ends With Us' Adam Mondschein Blake Lively Put Justin Baldoni Through Hell!!!

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Blake Lively may have reached a settlement with Justin Baldoni ... but one actor from "It Ends With Us" says the damage done to his friend still lingers.

Check it out ... Adam Mondschein -- who played the doctor in the film's controversial birth scene -- appeared on "Piers Morgan Uncensored" Wednesday and accused Lively of hurting Baldoni throughout the explosive court fight.

"I have very firm feelings about the actions that she took," Mondschein said. "She hurt my friend and has been hurting my friend."

Will Smith Judge Slaps Down Sexual Harassment Case ... Lawsuit Dismissed

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Will Smith may have played the genie in the "Aladdin" remake, but now he's the one getting his wishes granted ... because a judge has tossed a sexual harassment suit against him, TMZ has learned.

As you know ... violinist Brian King Joseph -- who toured with Will last year -- sued the actor a few months back for sexual harassment and wrongful termination regarding an alleged incident in 2025.

He claimed someone entered his Las Vegas hotel room when he wasn't there and left a note that read, "Brian, I'll be back ... just us," which he said was signed by "Stone F." Brian claims the alleged intruder also left wipes, beer, and HIV meds. In the suit, he alleges Smith was grooming and priming him for sexual activity.

The violinist claims he was sacked for reporting the incident ... but Will fought back and asked for the suit to be tossed.

Jet Li Jet Lag?!? 😴✈️ No Chance After This LAX Welcome!!!

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Sorry, Brad Pitt -- there’s A-list fame ... and then there’s the absolute frenzy surrounding Jet Li touching down at Los Angeles International Airport!

TMZ's got footage of the action -- and TBH it looked less like an airport arrival and more like a full-blown movie premiere ... with hordes of fans fully swarming the martial arts icon in perfect sync as he cruised down the escalators.

People were packed in tight ... clutching photos, posters, and pens, all desperate for an autograph -- basically turning baggage claim into Jet Li mania.

Melissa Barrera 'Scream 7' Sucked ... No Way Flick Made That Much $$$ Calls Out Neve Campbell, Other Cast Mates

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Melissa Barrera just slaughtered the "Scream" franchise ... because the actress went scorched earth on the series after she was fired for comments on the Gaza War.

In an interview with Variety ... Melissa didn't hold back when she was asked about the success of the most recent flick ... which was panned by critics -- but made a boatload of money. MB straight up accused Paramount of inflating the box office numbers ... saying there's no way the film did so well.

Important to note ... box office numbers are third-party verified -- so it's impossible for a studio to fudge them.

As you know ... Melissa was booted from "Scream 7" and left her talent agent after friction from her pro-Palestinian messages on social media when the war broke out ... comparing Gaza to a concentration camp.

'Back To The Future' Star Great Scott, I Sold My Home!!!

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Homes? Where Christopher Lloyd is going, he doesn't need homes! At least not homes in Santa Barbara ... because he sold his pad for over $5 million.

The "Back to the Future" star and his wife, Lisa, unloaded their ocean-view stunner for a cool $5,427,000 ... a little over 8 months after putting it on the market.

Christopher's place is 2,880 square feet with 3 bedrooms and sweeping views of the Pacific. It's got all the bells and whistles after a recent remodel ... and there's a detached 1-bedroom guest suite with its own living room/office.

Sorry, no plutonium here ... or anywhere else for that matter. Guess Doc got that one wrong.

Christopher said the home was a special place and a sanctuary for him and his wife ... but now they're moving on to the next chapter. Their future hasn't been written yet -- no one's has.

Ron Brand and Arthur Kalayjian of Compass Montecito held the listing.

'Sleepaway Camp' Jonathan Tiersten Dead At 60

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Jonathan Tiersten -- the actor best known for his role in the '80's horror classic "Sleepaway Camp," has died, TMZ has learned.

Tiersten passed away last week at his home in New Jersey, according to his brother, William Tiersten. William tells us the medical examiner is investigating Jonathan's cause of death.

In 1983, Jonathan landed his first film gig with the biggest role of his acting career, playing Ricky Thomas in "Sleepaway Camp." He also appeared in two out of the 4 sequels: "Return to Sleepaway Camp" and "Sleepaway Camp IV: The Survivor."

Olivia Wilde No, I Don't Look Like Gollum ... Fish-Eye Lens Made Me Look Dead!!!

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Olivia Wilde says fans shouldn't worry about her health ... she wasn't brought back to dead by a mad scientist for a recent red carpet appearance -- the camera lens screwed her.

The actress addressed her recent appeance at the San Francisco International Film Festival on April 24 to promote her new movie "The Invite" ... when she didn't look her best.

The clip speaks for itself ... but Olivia's brother couldn't help but give her some giref -- asking her if she'd like to address rumors that she's a "resurrected corpse."

Jeremy Allen White Having A Shamelessly Good Time With My Kids!!!

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Jeremy Allen White fans will soon see him flying high in the "Star Wars" universe ... but now they can get a sneak peek here on earth -- with the star hurtling high in the air on a fair ride with his kids.

The actor took his daughter -- 7-year-old Ezer and 5-year-old Dolores -- to the Sherman Oaks Fair on the West Side of Los Angeles Wednesday ... and they hopped on the gondola ride together.

The ride -- which takes a boatful of people back and forth high in the air -- had the trio screaming ... with White alternately cracking a smile and looking just a bit sick to his stomach.

'The Devil Wears Prada' Cast Then & Now!

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Before the "cerulean monologue" and icy one-liners took over pop culture, the crew from "The Devil Wears Prada" was just clocking in at Runway.

Fast-forward and Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci are still running the show and calling the shots -- just with way bigger paychecks and zero patience for nonsense!

Yeah, Miranda Priestly would definitely approve of our gallery!

And since these stars are total fashion icons, stick with TMZ -- Met Gala Monday is coming in hot! 🔥

'Harry Potter' Cast Then & Now ... For 'Harry Potter' Day!!!

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Bust out the butterbeer ... because it's International 'Harry Potter' Day!

The world watched as Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint grew up on the big screen ... playing Harry, Hermione, and Ron for about a decade. Test your wizarding wit below to see if your muggle brain has stayed sharp!

And while they've passed the torch to a new trio set to star in HBO's upcoming TV adaptation, you may be wondering ... where is the OG cast now?

You won't need that summoning charm to find out ... because we've got your "where are they now" gallery right here!

Actor Beau Starr Dead at 81 ... Appeared in 'Goodfellas,' Multiple 'Halloween' Movies

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Beau Starr -- a beloved actor best known for his role in multiple 'Halloween' movies and so much more -- has died ... TMZ has learned.

Mike Starr -- Beau's younger brother who is also an actor -- tells TMZ ... Beau passed away on Friday, April 24 in Vancouver, Canada. He says Beau passed peacefully of natural causes.

Mike says his brother was loved by many who knew him ... calling him a "very unique and special." He adds Beau and his other brothers helped raise him alongside his parents, and he was such a tremendous influence on his life.

After several years on the New York Jets practice squad in the late 1960s and two seasons in the Canadian Football League, Beau got his start in the entertainment industry on the show "Bizarre" -- a half-hour sketch comedy show which starred Bob Einstein and featured comedians like Howie Mandel.

Kevin Hart Hey Dwayne, You're A Piece Of S***!!!

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Kevin Hart weighed in Friday night on Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson’s recent brush with the law, characterizing him as a “piece of s***.”

As if that wasn’t shocking enough, the comedian also told a paparazzi at Miami’s Carbone Beach Club that he's the one who called the police on The Rock.

TMZ reported Thursday "The Rock" was pulled over by cops in Los Angeles for having tinted windows -- a traffic violation.

Marlon Wayans 3-Year-Old Daughter Getting Into Fam Biz Movie Salary Revealed

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Marlon Wayans’ 3-year-old daughter is already getting into the Wayans family business, TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Marlon’s daughter, Axl July Ivory Wayans, signed a deal to appear in a movie titled “Hudson Avenue.” Axl played the role of Princess Axl.

The docs note Axl’s mom, Brittany Moreland, signed off on the agreement. Axl was paid a daily rate of $1,246.

Nia Long I Got Ripped Off ... Shorted Salary for 'Michael'

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Nia Long is "quietly fighting" Lionsgate over a pay discrepancy for her role in "Michael" ... at least according to a new report.

According to Puck News, the actress had a "favored nations" clause in her contract that ensured she'd make as much as her costars ... but she reportedly learned Colman Domingo and Miles Teller had higher payouts than she did.

So, Nia's reportedly "threatening to take the studio to mediation" for allegedly shorting her salary.