Toni Braxton Married Birdman Last Summer!!! Filed For Divorce Weeks Later, But ...

Published | Updated

Toni Braxton and Birdman are married, and have been for 8 months ... though it seems the honeymoon period was pretty damn rough.

According to documents, obtained by TMZ ... Toni and Birdman quietly -- and very secretly, obviously -- tied the knot on August 8, 2024.

Now, here comes the shocker ... we know that's when they got married, because the wedding date is mentioned in the divorce docs Toni filed 2 weeks later!!!

'Black-ish' Creator Kenya Barris Don't Speak To Mom!!! Sister Seeks Emergency Protection Order

Published

The tables have turned -- years after "Black-ish" creator Kenya Barris filed a restraining order against his own sister ... she has filed her own against him.

Colette Barris filed new legal docs through her attorney, Ariel Mitchell, in Los Angeles on Tuesday ... asking a judge to block Kenya from directly or indirectly contacting their 83-year-old mother, Ernestine Barris, about the ongoing legal issue between the siblings.

In the docs, obtained by TMZ, Colette claims Kenya is attempting to influence Ernestine to testify falsely against her in court, and is "manipulating and intimidating" her over her "refusal to provide false testimony" and desire to remain neutral in the dispute between her son and daughter.

Big U Murder Victim's Mom Says He's Guilty As Charged

Published
032725_shadonna_brown_kal
KARMA'S AT YOUR DOOR
TMZ.com

Los Angeles-bred gang leader Eugene "Big U" Henley Jr. has pled not guilty to the slew of charges thrown at him last month, including a murder -- but the mother of the man he supposedly killed is speaking out ... and she's claiming he did what feds say he did!!!

TMZ Hip Hop recently caught up with the family of Rayshawn Williams ... his mother, Shadonna Brown, and her daughter, outside Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles.

According to the federal indictment, prosecutors outlined how Big U allegedly killed Williams after a dispute in Las Vegas before dragging his body into the desert where it began to deteriorate.

Weezer Bassist's Wife Jillian Lauren Released on $1M Bond ... After Allegedly Opening Fire

Published | Updated
Jillian-Lauren-audio-art-desktop-1
DISPATCH AUDIO

We're learning more about the police-shooting incident involving Jillian Lauren Shriner, wife of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner, in L.A. this week ... and she's been released on $1 million bond after allegedly firing a single shot and being charged with attempted murder.

TMZ also obtained police-scanner audio, which provides new insight into Tuesday's crazy shootout between Jillian and the LAPD.

As you can hear, officers on the ground and helicopters flying overhead coordinate a response to search for a male suspect ... who apparently stripped down to his boxers and dove into a pool in an attempt to throw off the chase.

040925_hit_and_run-kal
ONE SUSPECT IN CUSTODY
KTLA

Jillian was shot by police when she emerged from her house with a gun in her hand as the male suspect prowled her next-door neighbor's backyard, where the pool was located.

Soccer Player Dead at 21 After Mid-Game Collision

Published

A soccer player tragically passed away after a devastating collision on the pitch during the Copa Peru over the weekend. He was 21 years old.

The horrific incident happened at Real Titan NC's match against the Defensor Nueva Cajamarca ... when Helar Gonzales Altamirano made contact with the opponent's goalkeeper while battling for the ball.

Altamirano collapsed to the ground and was unresponsive ... causing his teammates to panic as they realized the severity of the situation.

Justin Bieber I FaceTime Stevie Wonder ... But He Never Sees Me!!!

Published

Justin Bieber's got jokes for Stevie Wonder ... he says he likes to do video calls with Stevie, but Stevie never sees him!!!

Justin just shared a screenshot of a FaceTime chat with Stevie ... he posted it on his Instagram with the caption, "This fool never sees my facetimessss."

The Biebs is mugging hard for the camera, but as he points out ... Stevie will never see it. Newsflash -- the legendary musician is blind after all.

Ben Affleck High-Stakes Shootout Scene Takes Shape W/ Gillian Anderson!!!

Published | Updated

Ben Affleck is putting any personal woes on the backburner -- diving headfirst into a high-octane shootout scene for his new film, "Animals" ... where the stakes were clearly sky-high.

Check out these intense pics -- Gillian Anderson was also on set, and was seen dramatically sprawled on the ground near the Los Angeles River on Wednesday, while a guy in an animal mask was also on the ground after trying to shoot at Ben's character.

041025_ben_affleck_kal
LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!!!
BACKGRID

Stunt doubles were on set for the grueling scenes set against L.A.'s warmer weather -- but those sweaty, distressed vibes added to the intensity of the scenes.

Celebrity Siblings Who'd You Rather?!?

Published

In honor of National Siblings Day, we've whipped up a fun game starring Hollywood's hottest siblings ... but the key question here is: Who'd You Rather?!

Take notes on these two side-by-side pics of sexy sisters Kim Kardashian vs. Kylie Jenner ... Who are you puttin' your money on?

Boxing bros Logan Paul and Jake Paul are both hot 'n shredded, but which one is puttin' up a fight and who are you takin' home at night 😜?

Weezer Bassist You Can't Shoot Me Down ... I'm Still Playing Coachella!!!

Published | Updated

Weezer bass player Scott Shriner is going to play Coachella with his bandmates ... just a few days after his wife was shot by cops in Los Angeles and booked for attempted murder.

Our sources tell us Weezer will be at full strength Saturday when they take the stage at Coachella ... with Scott committing to play despite some pretty extraordinary circumstances back home.

TMZ broke the story ... Scott's wife, Jillian Lauren Shriner, was shot by LAPD during a wild police chase Tuesday in their Eagle Rock neighborhood in L.A.

UConn's Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd Natty Celly With Alicia Keys, Swizz Beats ... Party At Fancy Restaurant!!!

Published
beuckers-fudd-chen-swizz-beatz-alicia-keys-kal-04-10-2025
ALL-STAR CELEBRATION

It seems everyone wants to roll with the winners -- 'cause the UConn Huskies were spotted hanging out with none other than Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz after their national championship victory!!

Stars like Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and Kaitlyn Chen commemorated the massive accomplishment in the best way they knew how -- a dinner at world-renowned Asian fusion restaurant Sei Less in Manhattan ... but the party got even more hype with Alicia and Swizz!!

The musical power couple rented out the whole joint to celebrate one year of Alicia's Broadway show, "Hell’s Kitchen" ... and from the looks of it, the UConn girls were more than happy to join in on the fun.

Martha Stewart Pucker Up, Boys🫦

Published

Move over, 20-something influencers -- Martha Stewart's out here aging like fine wine ... dropping a pouty selfie that's just so lip-smackingly good!

The 83-year-old’s IG pic has it all -- the sultry vibes, the flawless angle, and that mirror stare on lock... guaranteed to have her fanbase’s hearts racing.

IYDK, Martha’s been dropping pouty snaps like it’s her full-time job -- poolside, pre-bed in her silk PJs, all glammed up, even on a casual coffee run. The queen’s feeling herself, and you can peep the proof in this gallery.

We're sure those in her inner circle ain't pouting over how good she looks ... right Snoop? 😜

Reagan Airport Midair Collision Trans Military Pilot Sues Influencer ... You Falsely Blamed Me for Crash for Clicks!!!

Published | Updated

A trans military helicopter pilot says she's the victim of a right-wing defamatory attack by a popular social media influencer ... just minutes after a Black Hawk helicopter crashed into an American Airlines jet ... killing all 67 people on board both aircrafts.

Jo Ellis is a Black Hawk helicopter pilot with the Virginia Army National Guard claims in a new lawsuit, she was smeared as the pilot involved in the tragic crash. Ellis says Matt Wallace, an influencer with 2.3 million followers, posted her picture and claimed she was the pilot of the doomed Black Hawk, alleging it was a "trans terror attack."

013025_plane_crash_kal 1/29/25
devastating scene

Wallace claimed Ellis intentionally crashed the chopper into the jet due to her "depression" and "Gender Dysphoria."

Tish, Noah Cyrus TikTok ... The Time Is Up On Our Beef!!!

Published

The Cyrus fam's back to their groove, 'cause Miley Cyrus' mom Tish and sister Noah just dropped a super fun vid, busting moves and flashing grins like there was never any supposed beef between them.

041025_noah_cyrus_tish_cyrus_kal
MOTHER-DAUGHTER DANCIN'
TikTok/@noahcyrus

Noah posted a TikTok clip Sunday showing her and Tish vibing to "Pop Muzik" by M, with her caption, "Mommyyy. Guess who's replacing Brandi @Sorry We're Cyrus" -- jokingly hinting she's stepping in to cohost her mom's podcast with her.

As we spilled over a year ago, the rumor mill was buzzing with accusations that Tish swiped her now-hubby, Dominic Purcell, right from under Noah's nose.

Nicki Minaj Targeted in 'Swatting' Call ... Law Enforcement Responds to Empty House

Published | Updated

Superstar rapper Nicki Minaj is the latest high-profile target of a "swatting" call this week ... as law enforcement personnel swarmed her L.A.-area property Wednesday night responding to a report of a shooting at her house.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... shortly after 7 PM yesterday, the L.A. County Sheriff's Dept. received a call reporting an assault at a residence in Hidden Hills, where Nicki lives.

Deputies rushed to the scene ... where they found no one at home, and no issues in the area.

Teddi Mellencamp Spot Is Saved In Family Mausoleum ... After Dad John Requests She's Buried There

Published | Updated
Teddi-Mellencamp-audio-1 (1)
AFTERLIFE PLANS
Two Ts In A Pod with Teddi Mellencamp and Tamra Judge

Teddi Mellencamp has agreed to be buried in the family mausoleum -- honoring a request from her father, John Mellencamp, amid her cancer treatments.

The former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star -- who just days ago revealed her cancer is now stage 4 -- shared the morbid conversation on this week's episode of her "Two T's In A Pod" podcast with cohost Tamra Judge, confirming her dad called her 11 times in a row to discuss her burial plans.

She breaks down the whole scenario in the clip ... in short, she says the "Jack and Diane" singer wanted "to make sure" she would be joining the family plot in Indiana. Teddi agreed -- under the condition her kids -- Slate, 12, Cruz, 10 and Dove, 5 -- would also have a spot.

2028 Olympics Guys And Gals On Same Team!!! ... For New Golf, Track, Gymnastics Events

Published | Updated

The Olympics are really pushing gender equality when the Games come to Los Angeles ... with the organization announcing men and women will compete together in even more team events in 2028 -- including golf, track and gymnastics.

The International Olympic Committee revealed the plans this week ... saying after seeing other sports successfully pull it off, it was time to expand.

IOC sports director Kit McConnell spoke about the move on Wednesday ... saying, "The mixed events are a real true embodiment of gender equality -- men and women competing in the same team, on the same field of play for their country."