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Radio host Tony Massarotti is apologizing for muttering a racial slur while live on air this week ... telling his fans he had no idea the term was a derogatory one.

Massarotti unleashed the 80-second mea culpa during Thursday's episode of "Felger & Mazz" ... insisting he had no malice in his heart when he said "z*****head" during his show on Wednesday.

Massarotti was adamant he was simply trying to poke fun at his Gen Z-aged colleague ... and nothing further.

Patrick Mahomes Sr. tried to use his son's name to get out of his DWI stop earlier this year ... with police video -- obtained by TMZ Sports -- showing the elder Mahomes tell cops multiple times that an arrest would likely cost the Chiefs star and his team Super Bowl LVIII.

It all happened back on Feb. 3 -- after authorities in Tyler, Texas pulled over Mahomes Sr. following allegations he was driving a white four-door Genesis that didn't have updated registration.

Initially, Mahomes Sr. -- wearing a hat with his son's branding on it as well as a "Kansas City Vs. Everybody" sweatshirt -- was cooperative and cordial with cops. The police video shows he handed over all of the information and paperwork that officers wanted -- and he even passed along an open can of Coors Light that he had in his center console cupholder.

Travis Kelce is insisting he's a Cleveland guy through and through, despite showing up to a Guardians vs. Yankees game with Taylor Swift in neutral clothes this week ... clapping back at fans who questioned his fandom with a fiery response.

Game 3 of the ALCS ended in dramatic fashion on Thursday ... a matchup that went back-and-forth in the final two innings before the Guards secured the win in the 10th with a David Fry two-run homer.

Kelce -- who is from Cleveland Heights -- shared his excitement over the shocking result ... saying, "Playoff baseball baby!!! @CleGuardians have the city absolutely ROCKIN TONIGHT!! What a game!"

It's the season of the witch, and these sinister stars are riding in wickedly hot! Hold on tight and dust off your brooms ... There's a bunch of bad witches stirring things up in their cauldrons!

Scary celebs like Julianne Hough took a lacey approach with her witch costume ... Becca Tilley and Hayley Kiyoko are "Defying Gravity" dressed as Elphaba and Glinda from "Wicked," and you can count on Scheana Shay to surve up some powerful trouble!

Halloween fanatic Vanessa Hudgens kept it classic in a head-to-toe witch 'fit and was fiending for the green, flaunting her freaky flesh in a plunging witch dress.

And 'RHOBH' housewife Adrienne Maloof lurked in her haunted Beverly Hills mansion ready to get after it with her total boss witch vibes!

American actress Samantha Mathis was in her mid-20s when she played Amy March -- the youngest March sister known for manipulative ways and artistic beauty -- in the family film "Little Women" back in 1994.

Mathis was part of an ensemble cast including Kirsten Dunst who played the young version of Amy ... Winona Ryder as the straightforward tomboy who loves writing, Jo March and Christian Bale as the wealthy and charming neighbor, Theodor "Laurie" Laurence.

Other cast-worthy mentions include Susan Sarandon as Marmee March and Claire Danes as Beth March.

New photos from the hotel where Liam Payne died from an apparent suicide reveal why an employee told police they were concerned his room had a balcony ... one that would not be difficult to fall over.

These photos from one of the deluxe suites at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires ... show the same type of room Liam was staying in when he fell to his death from a third-floor balcony.

The balcony is enclosed with glass and a railing that seems to be no more than 4 feet high, which would make it dangerously easy for someone of Liam's height -- reportedly about 5'10" -- to go over the edge ... whether accidentally or intentionally.

Here's "Bachelor" Grant Ellis on a hometown date in the Windy City ... but it doesn't look like the sparks are flying.

TMZ obtained photos and videos of Grant holding hands with suitor Dina Lupancu walking along the Chicago Riverwalk ... and that's about the extent of the PDA on Thursday's date.

Grant and Dina had a 'Bachelor' film crew following their every move outside Chicago Brewhouse ... where they milled about, walking and sitting down together.

Minka Kelly is parting ways with her longtime Los Angeles residence ... the actress has officially sold her 2-bedroom bungalow, TMZ has learned.

Real estate sources tell TMZ ... the "Friday Night Lights" star offloaded her Laurel Canyon bungalow for a notable $1.34 million Wednesday ... after first listing the property over the summer for $1.495 million.

Despite the cut in price, Minka is still walking away with a decent profit ... as she first picked up the 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom pad for just over $900K back in 2014.

'Golden Bachelorette' star Bob Kilroy is honored to be the "accidental advocate" for the LGBTQ+ community ... but is shocked by all the attention he's received since opening up about his lesbian Thanksgivings.

We caught up with Bob at Alfred's Coffee in Marina del Rey on Wednesday, where he explained how his annual tradition, which has been dubbed "the Marina Peninsula Home for Wayward Lesbians," came to be ... and teased what's in store for future gatherings.

Watch the video ... Bob details how his Instagram and TikTok have been flooded with responses following his appearance on Joan Vassos' season of the ABC dating competition.

Liam Payne's death is continuing to send shockwaves throughout Hollywood ... with countless celebrities taking to social media to pay tribute in the aftermath of his passing.

As you know, many A-listers posted online in the hours after news of the One Direction alum's death in Argentina broke Wednesday. As word of Liam's fatal fall spread across the globe, more and more stars are paying tribute to the late singer.

Halsey posted on her Tumblr Thursday, where she confirmed she was a devoted Directioner during 1D's heyday. She wrote ... "As a parent, a fellow artist, and a fan, i simply cannot fathom this untimely loss. my heart goes out to his family, friends, and the fans."

Drug kingpin Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory is out of prison, but he still has some boxes to check for total freedom ... including supervised release once he finishes out the remainder of his sentence in a halfway house, and restrictions on drug and alcohol use.

Big Meech, who co-founded the notorious Black Mafia Family, has a projected release date of January 27, 2026 ... according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons ... but he won't have the feds completely off his back until much later.

Instead, legal docs obtained by TMZ show Big Meech still has supervised release for 5 years with some special conditions ... namely, participating in a substance abuse program which may include drug and alcohol testing.

The feds are adamant Diddy will menace or threaten witnesses or alleged victims if the judge lets him out on bail, because they say that's exactly what he did in the immediate aftermath of Cassie's beating.

The U.S. Attorney's Office is responding to Diddy's latest effort to get released on bail ... filing new docs to remind the judge what the defendant has allegedly done in the past to obstruct justice.

In the docs, they focus on the infamous Cassie beating video from March 2016 at L.A.'s InterContinental Hotel, where they say, Diddy was hosting a Freak Off.

4:05 PM PT -- Harry Styles is also paying tribute to Liam Payne ... saying he's "truly devastated" by Liam's death.

Harry says Liam's "greatest joy was making other people happy" ... and he's remembering Liam for living "wide open, with his heart on his sleeve." Harry also says Liam "had an energy for life that was infectious" and he was "warm, supportive and incredibly loving."

HS adds his heart breaks for Liam's family ... including his son, Bear.

2:08 PM PT -- Zayn Malik has issued his own personal tribute to late One Direction member Liam Payne ... expressing his sadness in a heartbreaking Instagram upload.

Alongside a photo of himself and Liam seemingly napping during their 1D touring days, Zayn shared his regret for never thanking LP for helping him through "some of the most difficult times," including when he was homesick at 17.

As he continued, Zayn remembered Liam as being "head strong" and "opinionated," admitting they "butted heads" at times. Nonetheless, Zayn said he "secretly respected" Liam for his give "no f**ks" attitude.

Zayn signed off his note by expressing his love for Liam, who he praised as "the most qualified" musician.

Louis Tomlinson is sharing his grief following the death of former One Direction bandmate Liam Payne ... posting a poignant tribute to his social media.

In the wake of Liam's death in Argentina Wednesday, Louis posted to Instagram, where he shared he is "beyond devastated" by his peer's untimely passing.

He wrote ... "Yesterday I lost a brother. Liam was somebody I looked up to everyday, such a positive, funny, and kind soul."

Kamala Harris isn't too proud to compare sizes ... roasting some unruly hecklers at her rally -- telling them she thinks they're looking for a former prez's much smaller crowd.

The Vice President appeared at a rally in La Crosse, Wisconsin Thursday ... and, a few hecklers started yelling at the Democratic nominee for president as she spoke.

Hard to hear what they're yelling, but KH quickly shuts them down ... telling them they're at the wrong rally -- which gets laughs and tons of applause from her audience.

Diddy's arrest and indictment is expediting the removal of a celebrity wall of fame mural at a Hollywood hot spot ... TMZ has learned.

The Bad Boy Records founder has a prominent spot on the wall at Catch LA -- next to Julia Roberts, Macaulay Culkin and, ironically, Russell Simmons -- but he's not going to be displayed at the popular restaurant much longer.

Our sources tell us the Catch LA lobby is getting a makeover and will undergo renovations in the coming weeks ... including the removal of the entire celebrity wall, Diddy and all.

Kaskade -- the DJ best known for songs like "Escape" and "I Remember" -- is getting divorced, TMZ has learned.

The star's wife, Naomi Raddon, went to court Thursday to file for divorce from her husband -- real name Ryan Gary Raddon. She cites irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split.

She lists the date of separation as June 27 of this year -- bringing the marriage that lasted nearly 28 years to a close.