MTV's 'Date My Mom' Cast From 'Cringiest' Episode Says Body Shaming Wouldn't Fly Today

The cast of the “cringiest” episode of "Date My Mom" has reunited nearly 20 years later, and they all agree on one thing -- despite their recently viral episode getting loads of social media love today, the episode would never fly in today’s climate.

TMZ's own Charlie Neff got the gang back together with Kasey Washburn and Heather Silva on "The TMZ Podcast" -- Heather felt she was weight-shamed by MTV after her 2006 episode aired, when cast member Nick Contes picked her in his search for love.

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They agree that nowadays society's all about celebrating different body types and steering clear of mocking heavier folks ... adding the body-positivity shift can be seen more and more in mainstream ads -- so that episode would be a total no-go!

Dr. Dre Sued Ex Marriage Counselor Says Stop Threatening Me!!!

Dr. Dre keeps threatening his renowned psychiatrist, to the point where the guy feels he needs to wear a bulletproof vest ... at least according to a new lawsuit the doctor filed.

Dre is being sued by Dr. Charles Sophy, a psychiatrist who says he provided Dre and his ex-wife Nicole therapy and marriage counseling sessions during their union, before staying on to act as a mediator during their divorce.

According to the lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, Sophy claims Dre started bombarding him with abusive and threatening text messages 14 months after the divorce was finalized.

Lil Baby Felony Gun Charge Dropped ... After Las Vegas Arrest

Lil Baby will NOT be prosecuted after being arrested in Sin City and charged with carrying a concealed firearm without a permit ... TMZ has learned.

According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, the felony charge the rapper was facing as a result of his August arrest has been dropped.

The docs make it look like the Clark County District Attorney is declining to press charges.

TMZ TV HOT TAKES J Lo Talks Divorce ... Plus Kamala, NFL's Prescott

Jennifer Lopez is breaking her silence on her split from Ben Affleck, Kamala Harris is cracking open a cold one on TV and Dak Prescott is remodeling ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

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First up on "TMZ Live," Harvey and Charles explain why J Lo feels her "whole world exploded" when her marriage to Ben ended in divorce.

Jack Doherty Brother Backs His Post-Crash Kick Ban ... Needs to Learn His Lesson!!!

Jack Doherty's brother is showing some tough love after he wrecked his car on a Miami highway last week ... saying his Kick ban is actually a good thing, and he needs to learn his lesson.

Michael Doherty, who was trailing behind Jack in another car, weighed in on the mess during TMZ's "Verified Podcast" Wednesday ... saying his brother, who was seen on livestream texting just seconds before the crash, needed to get hit with some hard truths about not being invincible.

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Michael told us he’s not exactly sure how long Jack’s Kick ban will last ... but at the end of the day, he thinks getting booted from the app that made him famous is actually a positive development.

Taylor Swift Sending Money to Hurricane Relief Efforts ... More Celebs Join in Donating

Taylor Swift's helping out people in the Southeastern U.S. ... donating big money for hurricane relief -- and, she's not the only celeb offering monetary aid.

The pop star donated $5 million to Feeding America, an organization dedicated to providing supplies to hundreds of food banks around the country ... a much-needed donation in the aftermath of the recent devastating Hurricane Helene, and as Hurricane Milton bears down on Florida.

The money will go toward helping communities rebuild and recover, the org says  ... providing essential food to people who need it after Helene -- and Hurricane Milton, now set to make landfall tonight or early Thursday morning.

Matthew McConaughey Alright, Alright, Alright, Kiddo!!! Gives Son Levi Pep Talk on Set of New Movie

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Matthew McConaughey is making sure his 16-year-old son, Levi, is doing alright, alright, alright on the set of his big break ... TMZ has learned.

In video footage obtained by TMZ ... the Oscar winner is seen reassuring his and Camila Alves' son, who is on set at Mission Beach in San Diego filming his breakout role in the movie, "Way of the Warrior Kid."

Levi clearly appears nervous before one particular take, turning to his famous dad -- who is not involved in the film -- for advice.

Donald Trump Heads Will Roll ... After Former Prez's Mug Used as Soccer Ball

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A cast of Donald Trump's head was recently used as an unconventional soccer ball ... all in the name of art.

Check it out ... what appears to be a rubber or latex object shaped like 45's dome was kicked around at an exhibit at Superchief Gallery in Los Angeles last weekend. As you can see, participants dribbled and booted the facsimile of the former president's noggin in an indoor game.

The controversial art installation comes from the activist art collective INDECLINE ... best known for creating the jaw-dropping naked Trump statue that "Ghost Adventures" star Zak Bagans bought for a whopping $28K.

Travis Barker's Daughter I Don't Know Enough to Vote ... Don't Care Enough to Research

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Travis Barker's daughter says she's not educated enough on the issues to cast a ballot this year ... and, she doesn't have the interest in politics to try to figure it out.

Alabama Barker -- TB's 18-year-old daughter, who he shares with Shanna Moakler -- took to Instagram Live Thursday to tell her followers she doesn't plan to vote in the November election.

Basically, Alabama says she's not educated on the issues ... and, even though she has some opinions on politics, she doesn't know enough to feel comfortable hopping in a voting booth next month.

Taylor Swift Not Engaged to Travis Kelce ... Despite Troy Aikman's Claims

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's "Love Story" may be going strong, but the A-list couple is not ready to tie the knot ... TMZ has learned.

A source close to the couple tells TMZ…. "It’s not true and the recent erratic and unfounded speculation on this couple is just proving that media and overzealous fans do not know what’s going on with them and shouldn’t make wild assumptions based on zero facts. Two days ago everyone had decided they were broken up, now they’re allegedly secretly engaged? It’s whiplash-inducing."

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This update comes after ESPN commentator Troy Aikman doubled down on his decision to refer to the pop star as "The Missus" during "Monday Night Football" this week.

Robert Saleh Lebanese Flag Not Reason For Firing ... Strictly Football

Robert Saleh was fired because the New York Jets were underperforming on the football field -- period -- with sources telling TMZ Sports any notion suggesting the Lebanese flag patch he wore on Sunday factored into the move is utter nonsense.

Saleh was given a pink slip on Tuesday after Gang Green fell to 2-3 on the season ... and shortly after his termination, some talking heads tried to connect it to the fact Saleh sported his family's heritage on his arm during the team's loss to the Minnesota Vikings just two days prior.

Those who pushed the claim on social media suggested Saleh wore the patch as a political statement on the unrest in the Middle East ... and speculated Jets owner Woody Johnson was so pissed over the stunt, he promptly cut ties with the coach.

Drake Hogestyn 'Days of Our Lives' Actor's Cause of Death Revealed

"Days of Our Lives" actor Drake Hogestyn's official cause of death has been confirmed as pancreatic cancer.

According to docs obtained by TMZ, the L.A. Medical Examiner's report states pancreatic cancer was the immediate cause of his death. Other significant conditions contributing to his death, but not directly causing it, included vomiting, dehydration, and whole-body toxicity.

The report also reveals that Drake was cremated at the Rose Family Funeral Home in Simi Valley.

Sabrina Carpenter Throws Support Behind Phillies ... Check Out My Phit!!!

Tom DeLonge ain't the only celeb looking to bring some good luck to an MLB team this month ... Sabrina Carpenter pledged her allegiance to the Phillies on Tuesday night -- with a sexy outfit!!

As Philadelphia was gearing up for its pivotal Game 4 NLDS matchup with the Mets, Carpenter threw on a Phils jersey while performing at Wells Fargo Arena to give the squad her support.

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Check out video from the pop star's concert ... Carpenter -- who's from Pennsylvania -- tossed on the steamy 'fit, which featured a No. 69 jersey, for a rendition of "Espresso" ... and everyone in attendance ate it up.

BigXthaPlug Couldn't Care Less About Complex List Snub I Got 'The Largest' Bankroll!!!

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Texas rhyme-slinger BigXthaPlug didn't lose a wink of sleep over being snubbed from Complex magazine's "20 Best Rappers In Their 20s Right Now" -- the figures in his bank account give him all the pleasant dreams in the world!!!

BigX and his 6ixers rap group had some fun with TMZ Hip Hop in NYC ahead of his upcoming "Take Care" album release.

The platinum-seller tells us flat-out he was aware of the list's existence ... much love to all those other guys, but BigX says he's pocketing more money than them with his independent grind.

Donald Trump I'm 'Basically' Honest ... Host Laughs in His Face

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Donald Trump says he's got some Pinocchio in him ... saying he's "basically a truthful person" during a podcast interview -- and, the statement had one podcast host laughing in his face.

The 45th POTUS stopped by "Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh" podcast ... and, he launched into a discussion of the ads his presidential opponent Kamala Harris is running -- saying they're full of falsehoods about him.

DJT says Kamala's team is twisting his views on IVF and his use of the word "bloodbath" when discussing the economy in new TV ads ... saying it's all come out as an unfair depiction of him.

Creepy Video Dog Appears To Morph Into Man!!!

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There's a mystery brewing down in Mexico, where surveillance footage appears to show a dog running down the street and morphing into a human!!!

Ya gotta see the video ... there's a creature running past someone's house -- an audible bark makes this seem like a dog -- and then as the critter gets a little farther down the road, the figure shapeshifts into a person.

This thing starts out low to the ground as it runs by the house, and then rises up into an upright position.