L.A. D.A. on Menendez Brothers Asks Judge To Push Back Resentencing Hearing ... Over Risk Assessment Report

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Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman is trying to kick the can down the road in the Menendez brothers' case ... filing a last-minute motion to push back Thursday's resentencing hearing.

Hochman filed the motion Wednesday night in L.A. County Superior Court to prevent today's much-anticipated hearing from going forward, arguing the court needs time to review the California parole board's risk assessment report for Erik and Lyle Menendez.

As you know, Governor Gavin Newsom ordered the parole board back in February to conduct a risk assessment of the brothers before any clemency decision could be made.

Sami Sheen Claps Back at Fans Online ... Remember Who My Dad Is!!!

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Sami Sheen's reminding all her haters online who her dad is and why she's not in a rush to speak to him ... using an iconic soundbite from his past to do it.

The daughter of Charlie Sheen shared a clip to TikTok, writing on it that people wonder why she hasn't spoken to her dad in a year ... but, they forget that the following soundbite is her father.

The quote that plays is Sheen responding to interviewer Andrea Canning about whether there are drugs in the home ... and, he says, "If there are, you better find them and give them to me immediately. No, there are not. Not that I know about, if I know about them, I’ll find them and throw them away. It’s not a big deal.”

Haley Joel Osment Arrested Drunk & Skiing Ain't the Vibe, Son!!!

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Haley Joel Osment's next trip to Mammoth Lakes, CA won't be for skiing -- he's potentially facing charges for an arrest at that town's ski resort ... TMZ has learned.

The veteran actor was arrested on April 8 after cops got a call just before 2 PM about an allegedly intoxicated individual at Mammoth Mountain resort.

Ski patrol -- professionals who ensure the safety of skiers and snowboarders -- were with Osment when cops arrived, according to documents obtained by TMZ.

Megan Thee Stallion Hold Tory Lanez in Contempt, Judge ... Deposition Conduct Was 'Disruptive, Inflammatory'

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Megan Thee Stallion wants a judge to reprimand Tory Lanez for his alleged conduct during a recent deposition ... calling it "disruptive, inflammatory, and inconsistent with the basic norms of civil litigation."

The rapper's attorney has filed a motion asking for the court to show cause why Lanez, real name Daystar Peterson, shouldn't be held in contempt in the civil case Megan filed against Milagro Cooper.

If you don't know, Cooper is a blogger who MTS alleges "has used her social media accounts to spread defamatory statements, deepfake porn videos, and outright lies about [Megan] at the behest and command of Mr. Peterson."

JuJu Watkins 'Doing Great' After ACL Tear ... USC Coach Says

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Seems JuJu Watkins' coach doesn't have much worry her star player will be back to her normal self soon -- Lindsay Gottlieb tells TMZ Sports the 19-year-old is "doing great" in her rehab ... and attacking things with a laser focus.

Watkins, of course, tore her ACL on March 24 in an NCAA tournament game ... but Gottlieb told us out at LAX this week she's showing plenty of signs that she's going to be all right.

"She's doing great," the Trojans sideline manager said. "She's doing great. She's in focus mode, rehab mode."

45 Hot Shots of Bernice Burgos ... Happy 45th Bday!

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"Bernice" ... more like "BerNICE" 😍!

It's this gorgeous gal's 45th birthday, and we searched high and low for her sexiest shots -- which was easy to do, you can't keep your eyes off this hot bod!

As a businesswoman, social media star and model, she obvi takes her business seriously but when it comes to her looks, she turns it up even more ... keepin' that physique in tip-top shape!

With bikini shots like this, this hot mama gives a whole new meaning to the number 45 ... Cute, curvy and chic, Bernice's hot shots are hands down a BurGO!

Happy Birthday, Bernice!

Michelle Trachtenberg Cause of Death Revealed ... Complications From Diabetes

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Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death is official ... with NYC authorities saying she died from complications of diabetes.

The actress -- who passed away in February -- died from "complications of diabetes mellitus" according to the medical examiner, who cited lab results. Diabetes mellitus is the more technical name for diabetes. It doesn't denote whether Michelle had type 1 or type 2.

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The ME is classifying Michelle's death as "natural" ... meaning the investigation into Michelle's death is pretty much closed at this point.

Guess Who This Cute Baby Turned Into!

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Before this precious baby girl turned into an American actress, she was just too cute in her little plaid dress, growin' up and walking around the East Village, and attending the Professional Performing Arts School in The Big Apple ...

At just 7 years old, she booked her first role playing Howard Stern's daughter in the movie "Private Parts" back in 1997. About a decade later, she landed on a popular television show with Julie Bowen and Jesse Tyler Ferguson. In 2017, she found love with a "Bachelorette" contestant.

Need one more clue? She hosted a popular reality show.

Can you guess who she is? 

Fyre Festival 2 On Pause After Venue Drama!!! Organizers Claim Mexico Stole Their Pesos

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Fyre Festival 2 ain't happening in late May, early June like it was originally scheduled ... 'cause it's been postponed, without new dates selected yet -- and organizers are laying full blame on Mexico.

The website only says tickets are "currently not available" when customers try to make a purchase, but the event's infamous promoter Billy McFarland is now admitting it just ain't happening ... confirming the story TMZ broke 10 days ago.

FYRE Festival 2 organizers say ... "Over the past 18 months we've worked closely with experienced third-party festival operators to ensure FYRE Festival 2 is built to the highest standard" ... but he claims the government in Playa del Carmen screwed 'em.

A statement organizers are sending to ticketholders says, "When a government takes your money, issues permits, promotes the event, and then pretends it's never heard of you, that's not just dishonest -- it's theft."

As for how much dough organizers are allegedly out -- McFarland tells us, "Permits cost hundreds of thousands of pesos. Many times that spent on venues, hotels, etc. that [Playa del Carmen] directed us to book."

He also says they've been filming all their meetings with the same PDC government officials who've been telling the media they've never heard of Fyre.

While the show for sure isn't happening from May 30 to June 2, he says they are deciding on a new location and date soon.

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As we told you ... Fyre Festival 2.0 was McFarland's shot at redeeming himself after the disaster of the first festival led to his incarceration for wire fraud -- for which he served more than three years in prison.

'Love Island' Duo Millie & Liam Heat Up In The Maldives!

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'Love Island'-ers Millie Court and Liam Reardon took their love and romance to another island chain ... The Maldives!

The dynamic duo have been goin' strong since being crowned winners of the reality show back in 2021, and this couple's vacay proves their love connection is fully intact!

Goin' deep and sharing some silly snaps on socials, the couple masked up and explored the beautiful blue water 🤿!

'Love on the Spectrum' Tanner Smith Shuts Down Dating Rumors ... Takes Up Rock Star Life!!!

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"Love on the Spectrum" fan fav Tanner Smith is making it clear that he and his TV show boo Callie Truelove are still hanging out -- but just as friends!!!

Check out the clip -- the smiling star AKA "Tank" tells TMZ he's definitely pals with Callie despite fans speculating sparks are still flying after their cozy dinner at North Carolina's The Shepherd Hotel -- which he documented on IG.

In addition to juicy details about Callie, he also shares what we can expect from him in the near future.

Wiz Khalifa Used Infinite Amount Of Weed Making 'Kush & OJ 2' ... And Even a Few Drinks 🥂

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Wiz Khalifa is in high spirits and has plenty of good vibes to give out this weekend with the release of his "Kush & OJ 2" album!!!

TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Wiz, Will and the rest of Taylor Gang out in NYC on Wednesday, exercising their right to toke in the streets and promoting the project the old-fashioned way.

Wiz flat-out admitted he couldn't keep count of all the Js that went into the making of the upcoming sequel ... we say many, many, many!!!

Florida Crash Speeding SUV Crashes Into Cop Car on Highway ... Full Force Caught on Cam

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Two Florida cops came terrifyingly close to death when an SUV barreling down the highway slammed straight into a patrol unit and a disabled car pulled over on the side of the road -- and the whole thing was caught on dashcam video.

The unoccupied sheriff's SUV was parked on the right shoulder in front of another marked police unit and a disabled vehicle, which was occupied by a passenger -- and despite emergency lights flashing, a 35-year-old female driver veered onto the shoulder and slammed straight into the cop vehicle in the rear with full force in Volusia County.

The impact caused the SUV to strike the disabled vehicle too, sending the woman's Hyundai Tucson spinning across three lanes of traffic before it smashed into a guardrail on the other side. The whole thing happened early Sunday around 3 AM.

Ashly Schwan Hot Shots to Celebrate 28th Birthday!!!

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Ashly Schwan looks as graceful as any swan in her hottest shots ... and, we've compiled them all to commemorate her 28th birthday.

The YouTuber celebrated her milestone birthday Wednesday ... and, while we don't know exactly what she did, there's a good chance she threw on one of her many bikinis -- sizzling a couple months before summer is scheduled to begin.

Check out this pic of Ashly leaning forward ... taking a selfie in the mirror while her chest is barely concealed in a frilly pink bikini top.

MLB Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt Drilled In Head By Line Drive ... Forced to Leave Game

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Scary scene during Wednesday's matinee matchup between the Twins and the Mets ... first base umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was drilled in the head by a line drive -- and was forced to leave the game.

It went down in the top of the seventh inning as Tyrone Taylor was up to bat. The New York centerfielder roped a 0-0 pitch foul -- right at Wendelstedt's head.

The collision was so disturbing, the Mets' first base coach immediately waved for trainers to come over. Wendelstedt appeared to be in a significant amount of pain.

DNC Vice Chair David Hogg We're Rooting Out Ineffective Democrats ... It's Not About Age!!!

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The Democratic National Committee plans to take on members of its own party who aren't effective, regardless of age ... so says one of its highest ranking members.

We spoke with David Hogg -- the gun control activist turned vice chair of the DNC -- on "TMZ Live" Wednesday ... and, we talked with him about efforts to reform the Democratic Party.

Hogg tells us the DNC plans to present primary challengers against members of Congress who just straight up aren't getting the job done ... homing in pols it deems "ineffective."