TMZ TV HOT TAKES DIDDY'S LEGAL DREAM TEAM ... Britney Spears, Pete Rose

Diddy is assembling a legal dream team, Britney Spears is recalling a near accident and Pete Rose is being remembered ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

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First up on "TMZ Live," Harvey and Charles explain why Diddy is beefing up his legal team in an effort to get out of jail.

Rich Homie Quan Died From Fentanyl Overdose ... Other Drugs Involved Too

Rich Homie Quan died from a toxic mix of several different drugs, including fentanyl ... TMZ has learned.

According to the Fulton County Medical Examiner in Georgia, the late rapper died from the combined effects of fentanyl, alprazolam, codeine and promethazine ... and his death is being ruled an accident.

The Medical Examiner's report, obtained by TMZ, also notes Rich Homie Quan showed no signs of trauma when his body was found dead and examined.

Jacob Elordi Chillin' With Olivia Jade ... Under Sunny Skies In Paradise

Here's a shirtless Jacob Elordi soaking up the sun with girlfriend Olivia Jade ... and the actor is showing off his great physique.

Jacob was kicking back in his swimming trunks on a chaise lounge next to his main squeeze, Olivia, who was wearing a bikini and lying back on her own recliner.

Jacob's hitting an e-cigarette and boning up on Jean Cocteau's book, "The Art of Cinema." Seems like he might be gearing up for another movie role.

'Stranger Things' Brett Gelman I Don't Want War!!! Hopes Israel-Iran Conflict Doesn't Escalate

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"Stranger Things" star Brett Gelman has been consistently vocal about his support for Israel in its conflict with Hamas in Gaza -- and he's equally outspoken on his stance regarding Israel’s tensions with Iran and Lebanon.

We caught up with the actor at LAX Tuesday just before Iran launched rockets at Tel Aviv in Israel ... and while he says he doesn’t believe war is the solution, he’s confident that when push comes to shove, Israel is more than capable of defending itself and its people.

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He characterizes Israel's military actions as acts of defense, rather than offense as some suggest.

Pete Rose Died From Heart Disease ... Coroner Says

MLB legend Pete Rose died from heart disease ... officials announced Tuesday.

According to the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner in Nevada ... the official cause of death for Rose was determined as hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.

Rose had also been battling diabetes mellitus, officials added.

Diddy Allegedly Sexually Abused 9-Year-Old Boy ... Accusers' Attorney Claims

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12:12 PM PT -- One of Diddy's attorneys, Erica Wolff, tells TMZ … "As Mr. Combs’ legal team has emphasized, he cannot address every meritless allegation in what has become a reckless media circus. That said, Mr. Combs emphatically and categorically denies as false and defamatory any claim that he sexually abused anyone, including minors. He looks forward to proving his innocence and vindicating himself in court, where the truth will be established based on evidence, not speculation."

Diddy is about to be hit with lawsuits for sexual assault and abuse, and a Houston-based law firm representing 120 accusers is telling some of their stories for the first time ... including allegations Diddy sexually abused a 9-year-old boy.

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Attorney Tony Buzbee says a wave of lawsuits will be filed against Diddy in the next 30 days, including from an accuser who claims he was only 9 years old when Diddy and others sexually abused him at the Bad Boy Records studio in New York City.

'American Pickers' Star Frank Fritz Dead at 60 Complications From Stroke, Costar by Side

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12:09 PM PT -- A rep for Frank Fritz tells TMZ … he died from the effects of a stroke he had several years ago -- and he had Crohn’s disease for decades, which may have played a role.

Frank was in a Quad Cities hospice facility (on the Iowa-Illinois border) and was surrounded by friends, including Mike Wolfe, when he passed.

"American Pickers" star Frank Fritz has died ... his longtime costar and friend, Mike Wolfe, confirmed.

Fritz's costar posted on social media Tuesday, sharing the tragic news with fans ... confirming the reality TV veteran died Monday evening.

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He wrote ... "It’s with a broken heart that I share with all of you that Frank passed away last night. I’ve [known] Frank for more then half my life and what you’ve seen on TV has always been what I have seen, a dreamer who was just as sensitive as he was funny. The same off camera as he was on, Frank had a way of reaching the hearts of so many by just being himself."

Raven-Symoné Mourns Dad's Death

Raven-Symoné is heartbroken over the death of her dad, Christopher B. Pearman ... taking to IG to share a touching tribute in his memory.

The actress posted a sweet throwback photo of herself as a little girl in her dad's arms, alongside an unidentified woman ... writing in the caption Tuesday, "My life has been long and abundant. And the path I'm on started with a dream. Hope he is watching with a smile on his face…"

The former child star wrapped up her tribute with a hashtag of her dad's name, and added a dove emoji to symbolize peace and love.

John Amos 'Good Times' Star Dead at 84

John Amos, who led "Good Times" as patriarch James Evans, has died ... his son Kelly Christopher Amos announced.

Per John's son, the Emmy-nominated actor died of natural causes in Los Angeles back on Aug. 21.

He continued ... "It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned. He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold… and he was loved the world over. Many fans consider him their TV father. He lived a good life. His legacy will live on in his outstanding works in television and film as an actor."

Israel Gunmen Kill 6 Before Iranian Missile Attack

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It's absolute chaos in Israel ... there was a deadly shooting in the streets only minutes before Iran launched a massive missile attack.

Video from near Tel Aviv shows gunshots ringing out in a suspected terror attack ... in which at least 6 people were killed and 9 more were wounded, according to preliminary reports.

Two gunmen reportedly began their rampage Tuesday at a light rail station ... opening fire after stepping off the train.

Lamar Odom I Got A Salmon Sperm Facial!!! ... It Keeps Me Young

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Lamar Odom is taking his skincare routine to a whole 'nother level -- the two-time NBA champion just got a salmon-sperm treatment done on his face!!

TMZ Sports is told ... the 44-year-old rolled through Dr. Robert Dorfman's office in Beverly Hills on Monday for the procedure -- which consists of micro-needling the skin with Rejuran salmon sperm DNA.

The treatment -- which usually costs around $3,200, although it's unclear what L.O. paid -- helps with skin rejuvenation and complexion ... and we're told Lamar wanted to get in on the trend to give him a more youthful look.

Ex-NFL Star Eddie Lacy Arrested For 'Extreme DUI'

Former NFL star Eddie Lacy was thrown behind bars in Arizona on Monday night ... after cops claimed he was driving while wasted.

According to the Scottsdale Police Department, the ex-Green Bay Packers tailback was pulled over at around 10:40 PM -- after officers said they saw him committing several traffic violations.

He apparently elicited signs of being intoxicated during the stop ... as an SPD spokesperson tells TMZ Sports Lacy was ultimately arrested and booked on four separate DUI charges, including "Extreme DUI -- BAC .20 or more."

'RHONJ' Alum Danielle Staub Not Returning, Despite Comeback Wish ... Show Going in New Direction!!!

Danielle Staub may be eyeing a return to "The Real Housewives of New Jersey," but producers aren't sold on bringing her back into the fold ... TMZ has learned.

Sources connected to the show tell TMZ ... never in a million, trillion years would production bring Danielle back for the upcoming retool of 'RHONJ.'

We're told the team behind 'RHONJ' is looking to go forward, not backward ... which means new cast members and storylines.

YG Arrested For Misdemeanor DUI

Rapper YG is facing legal heat ... cops say he's been arrested for a misdemeanor DUI in Burbank, California.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ there wasn’t any call about an incident -- we're told cops just happened to roll up on YG after he drove over a curb and was standing outside his car early Tuesday morning.

TMZ has also obtained a photo from the scene, which appears to show YG sitting on the curb with his head resting on his arms, just a few feet away from his car as a police officer stands in front of him.

Selena Gomez Back At It With Pal Edgar Ramirez ... Cozying Up At Premiere!!!

Selena Gomez cozied up with Edgar Ramirez at the NYC premiere of "Emilia Pérez" -- keeping the buzz going after their racy grinding session days earlier.

Even though they made it clear they're just pals, Selena wasn't shy about flaunting their close friendship once again by wrapping her arms around Edgar at a screening for the movie at the New York Film Festival Monday evening.

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Looks like the buddy love was mutual for Edgar, too -- he couldn’t stop grinning as he leaned in to whisper something in Selena’s ear, even giving her a little peck on the cheek.

'The Simpsons' Don't Get All Choked Up About Gag's Return!!! Showrunner Calls Ending Bit a 'Mistake'

Homer Simpson will continue to strangle Bart on "The Simpsons" ... with the showrunner telling TMZ the "gag" was never really going to end.

Here's the deal ... the iconic cartoon just premiered its 36th season ... and besides confusing fans by calling the episode the series finale -- it wasn't -- the episode peppered in shock value when Homer strangled Bart ... a bit most assumed was purposely ended last year.

In an episode that aired last November ... a character noted Homer's firm handshake -- to which he responded ... "See, Marge, strangling the boy paid off." He then follows up and says ... "Just kidding, I don’t do that anymore. Times have changed."