jessica simpson, eric johnson we're still cool!!! hanging out together amid split

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Jessica Simpson was seen hanging out recently with none other than her hubby Eric Johnson amid their split and rumors they're getting a divorce, TMZ has learned.

TMZ obtained exclusive photos showing the estranged couple spending time in Carlsbad, California, last Monday with their kids and a couple of older folks who looked like Eric's parents.

Eyewitnesses tell us Eric and Jessica seemed distant with their 3 young children -- daughters Maxwell and Birdie, and son Ace -- standing in between them. We're told the kids appeared to be in good spirits, but Jessica didn't crack a smile based on our pics.

Tigers' Assistant GM Sam Menzin Resigns From Job ... Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

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Tigers Assistant General Manager Sam Menzin quit his job with the ball club last Thursday ... just as the Tigers were about to fire the front office executive amid an investigation into claims he sent lewd photos to female staffers.

According to The Athletic ... they spoke with three women who claimed they received unsolicited photos of the now 34-year-old's genitals dating back to as early as 2017. Two of them worked for the MLB team, while the other worked in baseball, but not for the Motor City squad.

The pictures were allegedly sent via Snapchat -- which automatically deletes images after they're seen.

Teen Found Dead Soccer Coach Charged With Murder

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5:30 PM PST -- Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman just announced that Mario Edgardo Garcia-Aquino faces a possible maximum sentence of death or life in prison without the possibility of parole.

He was also charged in a separate case with one felony count of assault with the intent to commit a sexual offense. Garcia-Aquino is accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy in February 2024. If convicted as charged, he faces a possible maximum sentence of six years in state prison on that case.

A soccer coach who a Los Angeles family says was the last person who had contact with their dead son is being charged with the boy's murder ... TMZ has learned.

The missing 13-year-old boy Oscar Omar Hernandez was found dead in a ditch last week in Oxnard and his family says he was last seen with his soccer coach, 43-year-old Mario Edgardo Garcia Aquino.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Aquino is being charged with Oscar's murder.

Georgia Golfers Killed On Course ... Crushed By Tree During Violent Storm

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A pair of golfers tragically lost their lives on a course on Sunday ... after officials say they were crushed by a tree during a violent storm.

Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan confirmed to TMZ Sports on Monday that Matthew Terrell Collins Sr. and his son, Matthew Terrell Collins Jr., died while out at the Bull Creek Golf Course in Columbus.

Bryan tells us the father-son duo had been in a cart when a severe storm rolled through. He said they sought cover underneath a tree ... but, sadly, it snapped amid strong winds and torrential rain and fell on them. Bryan stated the two were killed "instantly."

UConn's Dan Hurley 'I Deeply Regret' Postgame Outburst That Was 'Embarrassing'

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Dan Hurley wishes he had his most recent postgame outburst back ... admitting he really could've used some help keeping his cool after falling in the NCAA tournament.

The Huskies coach shared his side of the now-viral incident on Monday's episode of the "Dan Patrick Show" ... hours before the title game between Houston and Florida -- the team UConn lost to in the second round.

During their almost 18-minute discussion, Hurley reflected on the f-bombs he directed to Baylor players about officiating ... which was sparked by a call he didn't agree with during the contest.

Charles Barkley Hey San Antonio ... You Still Got Some Big Bitches!!!

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Charles Barkley is back in San Antonio for the NCAA men's basketball championship game on Monday ... and he couldn't leave without reigniting his friendly rivalry with the city -- and their "big ol' women!!"

Barkley added another installment to the playful feud on the stage at the Capital One JamFest Sunday night ... one day after his alma mater lost its Final Four matchup against Florida.

After being handed the mic and thanking everyone in attendance ... Chuck made sure to point out the ladies who call the Alamo City their home.

Brooks Nader, Gleb Savchenko We've Split!!!

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Brooks Nader and Gleb Savchenko’s on/off relationship carousel has come to a screeching halt -- they’ve split, TMZ has learned.

Sources close to the situation tell TMZ the pair officially split last week -- though it’s still unclear if they’re on good terms ... or even speaking right now.

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It seems like an abrupt split -- just 5 days ago, Brooks posted a flirtatious TikTok where she cheekily scolded Gleb for shamelessly checking her out in a dress she knew would catch his eye.

Johnny Gaudreau's Wife Gives Birth To Baby Boy ... 'Looks Exactly Like His Daddy'

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Johnny Gaudreau's wife revealed on Monday she gave birth to their son last week ... and in a happy development, she said the baby boy "looks exactly like his daddy."

Meredith Gaudreau took to her Instagram page to announce Carter Michael Gaudreau was born on April 1 ... and weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces -- and measured at 20.5 inches.

"exact same as his daddy," she said ... before adding, "He looks exactly like his daddy too 🥰."

Vladimir Putin Congratulates Alex Ovechkin ... On Breaking Gretzky's All-Time NHL Goal Record

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Russian President Vladimir Putin sent some love to Alex Ovechkin on Monday ... after the hockey superstar broke Wayne Gretzky's longstanding all-time NHL goal record!

"I congratulate you on your outstanding record. You have surpassed legendary masters in the number of goals scored in National Hockey League regular-season games," Putin said of the Moscow-born athlete in a statement released by the Kremlin.

Putin described the historic accomplishment as "not only your personal success, but also a real celebration for fans in Russia and abroad."

Donald Trump Gushes Over Ohtani At White House ... 'Like A Movie Star!!!'

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The Dodgers visited the White House on Monday, but it was Donald Trump who appeared to be the most awestruck person in the building ... as he fanboyed out over Shohei Ohtani.

The L.A. slugger and the rest of the Boys in Blue cruised out to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue just a few hours before their game with the Nationals to celebrate their 2024 World Series title ... and Trump was clearly enamored with the team's Japanese two-way player.

Trump called Shohei out by name during his speech about the Dodgers' big year ... praising him for his one-of-a-kind 50-50 season.

Damon Wayans I Fell Head Over Heels In Love With My Nephew's Ex-GF!!!

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Nothing’s off-limits for Damon Wayans -- not even his nephew’s ex-girlfriend -- 'cause he's just openly admitted falling in love with her ... and years later, he's not sorry about it!

On Shannon Sharpe's "Club Shay Shay" podcast, the host laid down the rule -- no exes of family members ... but Damon couldn’t care less, saying his nephew was never in love with the unnamed woman, but he definitely was.

Damon Wayans said he met the woman in 2001 after his divorce from Lisa Thorner, fell in love at first sight, and only later found out she’d dated his nephew -- something he casually chalked up to the slim California dating pool.

Red Sox's Jarren Duran Reflects on '22 Struggles ... 'I Almost Took My Life'

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Boston Red Sox star outfielder Jarren Duran is opening up on the serious mental struggles he faced early in his career ... revealing it got so dark for him, he attempted suicide during the 2022 season.

Duran's battle with depression is documented on the new Netflix show, "The Clubhouse: A Year With the Red Sox" ... and in the fourth episode, the 28-year-old explained while he was facing criticism from spectators over his play on the field, he was even harder on himself.

"I was already hearing it from fans," Duran said on the show. "And what they said to me, [it was like], 'I've told myself 10 times worse in the mirror.' That was a really tough time for me. I didn't even want to be here anymore ...."

Karmelo Anthony Track Meet Murder Suspect Gets Thousands Of Donations

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Thousands of dollars have been raised for Karmelo Anthony -- the 17-year-old accused of stabbing and killing a fellow teenager at a track meet last week -- as his family continues to defend him.

A GiveSendGo set up by the boy's close relatives has garnered, as of Monday morning, $155,848 ... after Karmelo's father, Andrew, stated last week Karmelo was "not the aggressor" in the April 2 tragedy that resulted in the death of Austin Metcalf.

The Anthonys stated in the fundraiser their goal was to get $200,000 to help defend Karmelo ... as they believe the "the narrative being spread" about the boy "is false, unjust, and harmful."

Vanessa Bryant Celebrates UConn Title ... 'Gigi Would've Loved Being There'

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UConn is a national champion once again, and perhaps nobody was more proud of the new title than Vanessa Bryant -- whose daughter, Gianna, absolutely adored the Huskies.

Kobe's wife took to her Instagram page to congratulate Geno Auriemma and Co. after they destroyed South Carolina, 82-59, on Sunday in Tampa ... and wrote that Gigi would've been so happy with the way the women's basketball team hoisted yet another NCAA tournament.

"Gigi would've loved being there with you," she said ... before adding a quote from Gianna that read, "When you think you can't, UCONN."

Pete Davidson Romance Heating Up Courtside With Elsie Hewitt

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Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt took their blossoming romance to Madison Square Garden Sunday night to watch the New York Knicks play the Phoenix Suns.

The new couple sat courtside in the packed NYC arena — and they seemed to really enjoy the game as well as each other.

Check out photos, which show the comedian and the model walking hand-in-hand through a crowd and sitting side-by-side in their seats with big smiles as the Suns beat the Knicks 112 to 98.

Conor McGregor Cops Custom Rolls-Royce Phantom ... Worth Over $1.3 Million!!!

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Conor McGregor just copped an insanely expensive Rolls-Royce Phantom ... with an eye-popping price tag of over $1.3 MILLION!!!

The UFC superstar hit up Instagram to show off the new ride this week, and it's sweeeeeeeet!

As for the specs of the whip, we're told the black Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII Diamond Edition features a V12 engine with a whopping 571 horsepower and a max speed of 155 mph.