Gene Hackman Rare Virus That Killed Actor's Wife Kills 3 More in California

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The rare hantavirus -- that few had heard of before it killed Gene Hackman's wife -- has killed more people ... this time in California.

Three victims in the town of Mammoth Lakes succumbed to hantavirus ... which is what killed the actor's wife, Betsy Arakawa.

The Mono County Health and Human Services Public Health Division announced this week the third death due to HPS in the town about 330 miles east of San Francisco.

Lil Yachty STFU During Moment of Silence for Juice WRLD!!! Scolds Fan at Show

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Lil Yachty was not having it when a fan at his show this week interrupted a moment of silence for Juice WRLD ... and LY went ballistic.

In a video that has since gone viral ... Lil Yachty unloaded on someone at his show in Washington, D.C. -- the latest stop for Tyler, The Creator's "Chromakopia" tour -- during a moment of silence for Juice WRLD.

Someone shouted from the crowd in the moment -- and LY snapped "SHUT THE F*** UP!" ... before getting help from the crowd to figure out who said it.

Matthew Okula Wife Nurse Hailey Was Going to Have Girl Next ... Before Tragic Death in Childbirth

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Matthew Okula says he and his wife Hailey were so excited to be parents that they'd already planned on going through another round of IVF and picked a name for their second kid before the influencer's tragic death.

We spoke with Okula -- a Los Angeles Firefighter -- in an interview Friday about his wife, known by many online as Nurse Hailey ... and, he says the couple had been blessed with another successful embryo, this one a girl, to implant at a future date.

He says he and Hailey were choosing which to have first -- a boy or a girl -- and ultimately settled on the boy because they wanted their little girl to have a protector.

Raquel Welch Horror Movie Producer Buy$ Her House

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Raquel Welch's longtime Los Angeles estate has finally sold after nearly a year on the market ... and the new owner works in Hollywood.

Our real estate sources tell us Raquel's Bel Air mansion was just sold to British horror film producer Justin Hyne for $3.1 million.

The place is 5,118 square feet with 5 bedrooms ... it's got all the bells and whistles, including a pool and spa.

Raquel lived in the home for nearly 15 years before her February 2023 death ... and the property is tucked away in the exclusive enclave of Beverly Glen Circle.

As we reported ... Raquel died at 82 after suffering a cardiac arrest. She left behind an iconic career, not to mention an immeasurable contribution to pop culture.

Raquel's death certificate, obtained by TMZ, revealed Alzheimer's disease was one of the underlying causes of her passing.

Raquel's stunning villa first hit the market last April for $3.9 million and the price got chopped a few times before Justin scooped it up.

Douglas Elliman's Ernie Carswell facilitated the sale alongside co-listing agent Lloyd Ross.

Duke Gadd Overdosed on Fentanyl, Cocaine ... Hypertension Played Factor

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Duke Gadd's cause of death has been released ... the drummer died of an overdose of fentanyl and cocaine -- mirroring what Corey Feldman originally said after he passed.

According to a spokesperson for Clark County, Nevada ... Gadd died from "combined toxic effects of fentanyl and cocaine." He also suffered from high blood pressure.

Remember ... Corey announced the death on social media -- saying Duke died in Las Vegas and sharing a short clip of the musician banging away on the drums.

Tom Cruise Honors Val Kilmer at CinemaCon ... Holds Moment of Silence

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Tom Cruise is honoring his former film nemesis with a touching gesture ... pausing for a moment of silence to recognize Val Kilmer at CinemaCon.

The movie star took the stage at the convention Thursday in Las Vegas and made sure to stop and honor his late "Top Gun" costar.

After the moment of silence, Tom reportedly told the crowd ... "Thank you Val, I wish you well on your next journey."

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Influencer Nurse Hailey Dies During C-Section ... Infant Son Survives

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Hailey Okula -- a social media influencer better known as Nurse Hailey -- has died ... her husband revealed in a heartbreaking social media post this week.

Matt Okula -- Hailey's husband -- shared a video compilation of moments from throughout Hailey's life alongside a long caption explaining Hailey passed due to complications during childbirth.

According to Matt, Hailey suffered an amniotic embolism -- a medical complication during childbirth where the fluid surrounding the baby in the womb enters the carrier's bloodstream, causing damage to multiple organs.

Brett Gardner's Son Cause Of Death Confirmed ... Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

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Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son, Miller, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning.

Costa Rican officials confirmed the cause of death after they said toxicology results showed the teen had a carboxyhemoglobin saturation of 64 percent ... well above the 50 percent threshold that's considered lethal.

Costa Rica's director of the Judicial Investigation Agency, Randall Zúñiga, stated the young Gardner likely came into contact with the gas through a machine room that was situated next to where the Gardners were staying while on vacation.

Danny Trejo Rumors of Val Kilmer Being a Diva Are BS ... He Was a Perfectionist!!!

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Val Kilmer had been dogged by rumors that he was a Hollywood diva and a pain to work with ... but one costar and friend tells TMZ that's a total crock.

Danny Trejo, who was among the star-studded cast of "Heat" with Val, tells TMZ ... Val got a bad rap for being difficult to work with -- but the icon wasn't high-maintenance -- he was a "perfectionist." There's a big difference, DT makes clear.

As you sadly know ... the legendary actor died Tuesday at the age of 65 -- his death sending shockwaves through Hollywood as most didn't realize his health had deteriorated so severely.

Christina Fulton I Love You, Val ... Generous With His Time on 'The Doors' Set

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Christina Fulton is another one of Val Kilmer’s heartbroken former costars ... speaking to us about her favorite memories with him.

TMZ caught up with Christina outside the courthouse in Downtown L.A. Tuesday during her legal battle with her son -- and she essentially spoke to the late actor through our camera, thanking him for being kind and generous to her on set for their '91 movie "The Doors" when she was a new actress in L.A.

Catch the clip -- Christina shares more personal words about the lasting impact Val had on her, and it’s truly heartbreaking ... especially since they kept in contact over the years.

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High School Track & Field Teen Allegedly Stabs Student To Death At Meet ... Charged With Murder

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A 17-year-old has been charged with one count of murder ... after he allegedly stabbed another 17-year-old during an altercation at a high school track meet in Texas on Wednesday.

Frisco Police said the incident took place at around 10 AM at the Frisco Independent School District's Kuykendall Stadium ... where several students were competing in the University Interscholastic League's (UIL) District 11-5A championship.

According to cops, Frisco Centennial High School's Karmelo Anthony killed Frisco Memorial High School's Austin Metcalf following a dispute at the event.

Val Kilmer Ex-Wife & Daughter Hold Tight After Tragedy

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Val Kilmer's ex-wife Joanne Whalley and daughter Mercedes Kilmer were spotted for the first time since his death, sharing a heartfelt hug in an emotional moment.

Check out the pics TMZ got ... Joanne looked utterly heartbroken as she consoled her equally devastated daughter outside her home Wednesday.

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Mercedes had her hands full with bags, looking like she was in the middle of moving stuff into her car when she and her mom shared the moment.

Val Kilmer Confined to Bed for Years Before Death ... Very Frail at the End

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Val Kilmer's health had seriously deteriorated near the end of his life ... leaving him unable to get out of bed for years before his death, TMZ has learned.

Family sources tell TMZ ... Val had a lack of energy related to his cancer treatment -- and, as a result, he was bed-bound for a long time.

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While he was cancer-free, we're told his body simply couldn't keep fighting at the end ... and, his body eventually shut down.

Billy Zane Val Kilmer's Films Will Stand The Test Of Time!!!

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Billy Zane is absolutely devastated over the loss of his former costar Val Kilmer ... telling us it was an honor to work with him on their 1993 Western "Tombstone."

TMZ caught up with Zane at LAX Wednesday, and he admitted he’s feeling pretty down over the tragic news of losing such a great actor.

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Catch the clip ... Billy reflects on Val’s career, saying he really set the bar high in the industry and that his filmography will stand the test of time.

Johnny Tillotson Dead at 86 ... 'Poetry in Motion,' 'Without You' Singer

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Johnny Tillotson -- a well-known pop singer with multiple top 10 hits over the years -- has died ... TMZ has confirmed.

The songwriter's wife, Nancy, announced the news on her Facebook page Wednesday morning ... revealing the veteran musician passed away yesterday. Nancy highlighted Tillotson's many achievements through the years, and thanked his fans for always supporting her husband.

We spoke with Nancy, who tells TMZ ... Johnny died due to complications from Parkinson's, at his home in L.A., surrounded by family.

Cher Gonna Miss You, Val ... Honors Kilmer After Revealing He Dumped Her

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Cher's paying tribute to the only man who dumped her ... sharing a loving message to Val Kilmer months after revealing the megastar broke her heart back in the day.

The singer-songwriter took to X early Wednesday morning to shout out the actor who she calls "Valus" in her post ... kicking it off by saying he will be greatly missed.

Cher specifically highlights Kilmer's humor ... while joking he's was also a "pain in the ass." She adds he was a great friend, good with kids -- and incredibly brave while battling cancer.