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Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death has been revealed one year after her tragic death ... with her death certificate listing multiple respiratory issues, according to reports.

The Irish Independent reports O'Connor passed away from COPD -- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- exacerbated by bronchial asthma. She'd also been suffering from a respiratory tract infection, a contributory factor.

While British authorities announced back in January O'Connor passed from natural causes -- no foul play suspected -- we didn't know the exact cause until this week.

Ben Affleck has purchased a new multi-million dollar L.A. estate, TMZ has learned, all but marking the end of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez.

Real estate sources tell TMZ ... Ben just closed escrow on the Brentwood mansion for $20.5 million. The stunning residence has 5 beds and 6 baths with breakfast and dining areas, a separate family room, den, walk-in closets, media room, powder room, guest house and on and on and on.

TMZ broke the story ... Ben and Jen quietly tried selling their marital home in Bev Hills back in June, but there were no takers, so they officially put it on the market July 11 for $68 million. They bought the house just last year for around $61 million, so with the L.A. mansion tax, real estate commissions and several mil in renovations, they'll be lucky to break even.

Rob Rausch -- the controversial player from the most recent "Love Island USA" season -- may have found a connection off-camera ... 'cause he's hanging out in L.A. with a new lady.

TMZ obtained photos and videos of Rausch hanging out with internet personality Tarayummy in Calabasas -- home to some of Hollywood's biggest A-Listers -- last week.

While you can't see their faces, there are a couple telltale signs it's Rob and Tara ... starting with their famous ink lining up with these photos.

Robert Downey Jr. stunned fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe when it was announced Saturday that he would play Doctor Doom in a new 'Avengers' film – and the big reveal was done in classic comic book fashion!

The legendary actor showed up as the infamous supervillain in a green costume with a mask over his face at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con Saturday night. The packed audience had no idea Robert was behind the silver mask as he stood front and center onstage before other hooded figures.

Check out the video ... Robert suddenly ripped off his mask and spread his arms like wings while triumphantly staring into the crowd. The fans went totally nuts, cheering and clapping and shooting cell phone footage of the incredible moment.

The Olympics may be struggling with Olympics fans venturing to Paris because it's so insanely expensive ... but for celebs where money is no object, they turned out in force.

Tom Cruise, Jessica Chastain and Ariana Grande were among the stars who hit up the women's gymnastics venue -- the artistic gymnastics qualifications.

Ariana was flanked by her bro, Frankie and her "Wicked" co-star Cynthia Erivo.

Coco Gauff was not just a flagbearer for Team USA for the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics ... she was also the bearer of bad news ... the Olympic Village sucks!

Coco says she's the last person standing for U.S. women's tennis ... everyone else on her team has bailed from the Village, because the living conditions she says are ridiculous.

According to Coco, “10 girls, two bathrooms. #olympicvillage,” the 20-year-old posted on TikTok. On the bright side, Coco reflected, "All the tennis girls moved to a hotel except me. So now just five girls, two bathrooms."

The Secret Service dropped the ball in spectacular fashion at Donald Trump's campaign rally where he was nearly killed by a would-be assassin ... so says a former USSS special agent.

TMZ Studios has a new special, "TMZ Presents: Under Fire: The Trump Assassination Attempt," where we explore the many, stunning security failures that lead to the attempt on Trump's life at a Butler, Pennsylvania rally.

Richard Staropoli, a former Secret Service Special Agent, doesn't mince words ... he says Trump's security detail totally failed him and left him inexplicably exposed to mortal danger.

Michael "Boogaloo Shrimp" Chambers says he's hoping for some gold out of the Olympics -- not necessarily medals, but cash for the break dancers debuting their sport on the world's biggest stage.

We caught up with the dancer -- who played Turbo in the hit '80s film "Breakin'" -- and, we had to ask him about break dancing becoming a 1st time Olympic sport in Paris.

Chambers tells us he's excited his life's passion is finally making it into the Olympics -- legitimizing the art form in the mainstream -- and, he's hoping it's going to help him and his breakdancing brothers and sisters make a few more bucks here and there.

Floyd Mayweather got some one-on-one time with Travis Scott at the rapper's wild show in Milan this week ... getting backstage access to the whole concert.

TMZ Sports has learned -- La Flame's team welcomed the boxing legend with open arms at his "Circus Maximus" tour stop in Italy ... making sure to give him the VIP treatment.

The show was so lit, nearby citizens thought the area was experiencing an earthquake as Scott performed his banger "FE!N" a whopping eight times in a row -- but it was actually 80,000 ragers losing their minds during that portion of the show.

Hollywood let it all hang out during the hot days of Summer! For the entire month, the celebs were either shedding all their layers or cooling off by the water in their slinkiest of swimwear! These sultry snaps are about to have you panting!

Ludacris and wifey Eudoxie Bridges hit a private island holding on tight to each other for a steamy selfie, Kendall Jenner was all about the red-hot boat vibes, and the humidity hit Puerto Rican rapper Joseline HARD ... leading to one option only: going topless!

Justin Timberlake's lawyer is blasting his DWI arrest, Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are reuniting and Ronda Rousey is expecting ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

First up on "TMZ Live," Harvey and Charles break down the legal defense being offered up by Justin's lawyer ... who says the singer was NOT drunk when he was arrested in New York for DWI.

Rapper Kyle almost didn't make it to his show in Austin Thursday night ... as he and his friends found themselves in a sticky situation.

Check it out ... firefighters are seen helping a group of people climb out of a broken down elevator at the Soho House in Austin ... where Kyle was front and center with his crew for the RDCWorld event kicking off Dream Con.

Kyle, who's also known as SuperDuperKyle on YouTube, is led down from the elevator ... telling first responders he appreciates their help.

In honor of Soccer Day, we've mashed up one of the sport's most talented (and hottest) stars out on the field. Given the clues, bust out your sporty side and put your celeb knowledge on the line ...

Hidden behind these buck teeth is a fierce forward player who is among soccer's top goal scorers and commonly known for his step over skills. He also competed at the 2004 Summer Games in Athens.

When he's not dribbling the ball and tearin' it up on the field, he enjoys vacaying with his hot baby mama and precious kiddos.

Nelly Furtado says her daughter saved her upcoming album with some blunt advice ... calling her out for thinking auto-tune sounds cool.

The singer-songwriter spoke with NME all about her upcoming album "7" ... and, she admits she got a little crazy when it came to auto-tune before her daughter shut her down.

Furtado says her Nevis, 20, told her auto-tune's not cool, full stop ... so, it shouldn't come anywhere near her new record.

Prince William and King Charles don't always see eye to eye apparently ... with a new book claiming they've gotten into some major arguments -- over a helicopter.

In an excerpt from "Catherine, The Princess of Wales," obtained by The Daily Mail,  biographer Robert Jobson says Charles called out his eldest son over using his helicopter with his wife Kate Middleton and their three kids.

In fact, Charles was so concerned about all the flying, Jobson says, he demanded William sign a formal document acknowledging the risks and taking responsibility for his actions -- not exactly a warm, father-son bonding moment.

Three members of the hit gospel family band The Nelons have died in a plane crash ... according to a statement by the fourth member of the band.

Autumn Nelon Streetman posted a joint statement with her management team Saturday morning telling fans her mother Kelly, stepfather Jason and sister Amber -- the other three current Nelons members -- died in a plane crash on their way to Alaska Friday.

Also killed in the crash according to the post ... Amber's husband Nathan Kistler, their assistant Melodi Hodges the pilot, Larry Haynie, and his wife Melissa.