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Christina Fulton says her son's headed for a diversion program instead of jail ... but, he still hasn't apologized for allegedly assaulting her.

We caught up with the actress in Downtown Los Angeles Wednesday while she was leaving a courthouse where she read a victim impact statement in court to tell her son how the beating she suffered affected her.

Fulton says her son's been ordered to participate in a "mental health diversion" ... a program where Weston Cage will presumably go through mental health counseling to avoid prison time.

Audrey Hale -- the Nashville school shooter who killed three children and three adults in 2023 -- committed the crime for fame and notoriety ... this according to police.

The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department released its final report on the shooting after two years of investigations ... and, they claim Hale was motivated by a desire for notoriety.

Investigators note Hale wanted to die in a way that would matter and be remembered ... even studying the notoriety of Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold after Colorado's Columbine High School shooting back in 1999.

Teddi Mellencamp just got hit with a brutal setback in her health battle -- docs found more tumors, just days after she gave an empowering interview where she cautiously thought she had beaten cancer.

The reality star shared the heartbreaking news on her IG Stories Tuesday from her bed ... saying she was feeling great about her progress during a recent Us Weekly interview, but just a couple days later, on March 26, doctors found 4 more small tumors on her brain during an emergency MRI.

Teddi used the moment to show just how extreme the highs and lows of her journey have been -- dropping the health update right after sharing her interview and thanking everyone for their support in calling her strong.

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.

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

Larsa Pippen has a new baller in her life -- TMZ Sports has learned Scottie Pippen and Marcus Jordan's ex is dating 31-year-old former pro basketball player Jeff Coby.

We're told the couple has been exclusive since the start of 2025 ... and while they haven't gone public with their relationship, their inner circles are well aware of the budding romance.

In fact, the two have been making their way around town together ... after initially meeting at the 10-year anniversary bash for David Alexander's DBC Fitness gym at ZZs Club Miami back in January.

Simu Liu is showin' what he's packin' under his red-carpet looks and takin' it off -- the actor is workin' with a loaded 6-pack!

The Marvel star took a couple thirst traps to Instagram, donning a pair of gray sweatpants and shakin' up the social media algorithms with his washboard abs!

By the way ... this isn't his first shirtless rodeo. Check out these two shots of him casually feelin' himself and bringin' his solid core to the coastlines!

Dr. Phil says there's a simple solution for getting Americans back into healthy eating habits ... and it's all about grocery shopping.

The TV doctor joined us on "TMZ Live" Wednesday and he told us how folks can start eating healthier at home, without breaking the bank.

Dr. Phil says it's important to eat fresh, non-processed foods ... and while buying these items means longer cooking and preparation times for meals at home, he tells us why it's beneficial in the long run.

Ta'Rhonda Jones is breaking down the rules of modern romance, just in time for season 2 of her dating show, "The Never Ever Mets," where couples who’ve chatted online finally meet IRL.

We caught up with Ta'Rhonda outside L.A. hotspot The Great White, and she started with her first major no-no: filters ... saying they’re a big red flag, and it makes sense ... considering she’s seen a whole lotta catfishing go down on the show.

Catch the whole clip -- she spills on the time a guy got let down big time on the show after realizing the woman he matched with looked a little different below the chest IRL.

The trailer for the newest season of "South Park" was just released ... and, as usual, the creative team behind the show ain't holding back -- blending some of the biggest news stories in the world with the show's trademark irreverent humor.

Watch the video ... the trailer begins with a shot of a dark, live-action playground -- and, a message on the screen notes the "acclaimed drama" is returning.

Fan-favorite character Randy Marsh then pops up onscreen and offers his daughter ketamine ... explaining he feels she could really benefit from it.

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.

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.

Sydney Sweeney's ex-fiancé Jonathan Davino is no longer engaged to the actress and their wedding's been called off ... but at least he's got her dog to keep him company.

Jonathan was spotted Tuesday for the first time since the news broke that the couple's been separated since January ... and he was walking her dog around the Bel Air mansion where they were supposed to live happily ever after.

Sydney's ex was all business as he fulfilled his duties at Sydney's property, which is getting some new construction.

Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam aren't rushing to the altar -- the newly engaged couple just revealed they don't plan to get married until after the 2026 Winter Olympics ... as the speed skater's career on the ice remains the priority for now.

The lovebirds opened up on their marriage timeline in a sit-down with the entire Paul family on Logan's "Impaulsive" podcast this week ... when Jutta shared the deets in Dutch -- before Jake offered a translation.

"She basically just said that she wants to, like, plan the wedding after the Olympic Games so that she can focus on training and then that we'll do it, like, later probably in 2027," Jake said.

Elon Musk's time at the White House is coming to an end ... at least that's what President Trump is reportedly telling those closest to him.

POTUS has told his inner circle and some members of his Cabinet that Elon will soon be stepping back from his role as a senior White House advisor ... according to a report Wednesday from Politico, citing three anonymous "Trump insiders."

Trump hinted at the change Monday, telling reporters in the Oval Office ... "I think he's been amazing but I also think he's got a big company to run and so at some point, he's going to be going back. He wants to. I'd keep him as long as I could keep him."

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.

Harry Styles just time-traveled to the 1970s -- stepping out in London, looking effortlessly cool on a low-key stroll.

The former 1D heartthrob rocked some serious sideburns and a ’stache, casually flexing a blue tote from his own lifestyle brand, Pleasing, and sipping what looked like a matcha Wednesday.

Despite being an A-lister, Harry wasn’t exactly mobbed by fans -- guess he knows London’s got a way chiller vibe than flashy Hollywood.

Blake Lively's getting a lot of hate online from fans who think she's a hypocrite ... 'cause resurfaced behind-the-scenes commentary reveals she improvised a scene where she grabbed her costar's groin.

Here's the deal ... in the movie "A Simple Favor," actor Henry Golding plays Blake Lively's husband -- and, in one particularly intimate moment, Lively grabs Golding's crotch.

While the moment looks scripted, Lively revealed on the Blu-Ray commentary that she actually improvised the moment ... explaining she felt it was something the character would do.