'Hell's Kitchen' Star Kecia Lewis Blasts Patti Lupone For Calling Show 'Too Loud' ... Requests Apology
A Broadway star is slamming Patti Lupone for saying the hit show "Hell's Kitchen" is "too loud" ... saying it's a total microaggression.
Here's the deal ... Kecia Lewis -- who plays Miss Liza Jane in the Alicia Keys-inspired jukebox musical and won her first Tony Award for it back in June -- took to Instagram Saturday and directed an open letter to Lupone about her comments regarding the show.
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Patti has been filmed publicly saying the show -- with a primarily Black cast -- is far too loud for her liking ... a phrase Kecia says is "racially microaggressive."
Donald Trump Someone Would Have to Shoot Media to Get to Me ... Alright in My Book!!!
Donald Trump's not worried about another assassination attempt ... saying the media at his rally Sunday was standing in the way of any bullets -- and, he's fine with them being shot at.
The Republican candidate for president held a rally in Lititz, Pennsylvania Sunday morning ... and, he mentioned the assassination attempt he survived in Butler, PA back in July -- pointing out he has protective glass in some areas and not others.
DJT says it's alright he doesn't have glass completely covering him though ... 'cause the side where he's exposed is right in line where the "fake news media" is sitting -- and, a would-be assassin would have to shoot through them to get to him.
Bobby Portis Jr. Burglars Broke Into House Mid-Game ... Release Surveillance Video
Bobby Portis Jr. says he loves Milwaukee, but he's not feeling it back from the city ... 'cause a couple burglars broke into his home during a game -- and, he's got it all on video.
The Milwaukee Bucks star took to his X account Sunday ... sharing a video saying he loves the Cream City -- noting it's the first time in his 10-year journeyman career he's really felt at home somewhere.
Portis Jr. highlights his charitable work in the clip ... saying he's helped out with food drives, spoken to young people in the community and more -- saying Milwaukee's his home, so why wouldn't he want to make it a better place.
Chloë Grace Moretz Vote Kamala to Protect Gay People Like Me ... Comes Out in Endorsement
Chloë Grace Moretz is voting for Kamala Harris ... saying she's going to protect gay women just like her -- the first time she's come out publicly.
The actress posted a picture of her "I Voted Early" sticker stuck to her leg ... letting people in the caption know she's already voted and voted for Kamala Harris.
CGM says there's so much on the line in this election -- specifically mentioning women's rights over their bodies and legal protection for LGBTQ+ individuals ... important issues to her, she says, 'cause she's a gay woman.
NY Congressman Nick Langworthy Demands Answers About Peanut the Squirrel ... Total Overreach!!!
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A New York congressman says he and his fellow delegates want answers from the governor about Peanut the Squirrel's tragic death ... calling the raid total government overreach.
Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy -- who represents NY's 23rd district -- tells us he and other members of New York's congressional delegation plan to demand answers from the governor's office and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation early next week.
We're told they plan to ask questions about why the raid was authorized and what exactly was the reason the gov. sought a warrant for this home.
Chris Martin Sky Full of Stars & Stage Full of Holes ... Falls Through Trapdoor!!!
Chris Martin fell through his stage at the "Speed of Sound" ... stepping backward while performing with Coldplay in Australia -- and falling straight through a trapdoor onstage.
The singer-songwriter hopped onstage with the band for the fourth and final Melbourne date on their "Music of the Spheres" tour ... and, he should've kept his eyes on the ground 'cause he stepped in the wrong spot and almost took a nasty tumble.
The moment Chris Martin fell through a trapdoor right in front of me at the #Coldplay concert tonight. pic.twitter.com/qIdzMEGG0s
— Greg Briggs (@greg__briggs) November 3, 2024 @greg__briggs
Watch the video ... Martin's reading out signs he sees in the crowd in between songs when he steps backward and falls -- thankfully, into the waiting arms of a crewmember -- who stops him from smacking into the harsh floor.
Possible Police Brutality Cops Wail On Spectators At Gators-Bulldogs Game ... Check Out The Video
A college football game turned into a wild brawl in the stands with police officers beating the hell out of a couple of spectators, and it was partly caught on video.
The fight unfolded Saturday at the Florida Gators-Georgia Bulldogs matchup at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville after some football fans got into it and police responded to quell the disturbance.
It just means more in the SEC pic.twitter.com/vBlGwKoTP0
— Ohio’s Tate (@BarstoolTate) November 2, 2024 @BarstoolTate
Check out the footage ... two cops are going to town on two spectators, pulverizing them with their fists. A woman is seen freaking out, screaming at one officer, "Why are you punching him?"
Kim Kardashian Don't Cross Me ... Well Maybe Cross Me Tonight!!!
Kim Kardashian channeled a little Princess Di Saturday night, making a splash at a fancy schmancy gala.
Kim showed up for the 2024 LACMA Art and Film Gala in L.A. and showed off the goods in a super sexy way. Her white getup was skin-tight and revealing, turning her cleavage into an unmistakable centerpiece!
Her bling included a pearl choker and a cross necklace with a twist ... something Diana made famous -- also at a charity event -- back in 1987.
Drake Beefs With DeMar DeRozan At Game ... Appears to Call Him 'P***y'
Drake made his feelings toward DeMar DeRozan crystal clear on Saturday ... targeting the former Toronto Raptor in an apparent retaliation for appearing in Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" music video.
DeRozan's Sacramento Kings were in Toronto to play against the Raptors ... and, despite suiting up for Drake's beloved team from 2009 to 2018, the 6ix God gave him far from a warm welcome.
The night began on a high note with the Raptors' jersey retirement ceremony for Vince Carter ... but when Drake was asked on the TSN broadcast if DeRozan should have his jersey in the rafters, too, he threw some serious shade.
Morrissey Abrupt End to Concert After Fans Rush Stage ... Don't Love Me So Much!!!
Morrissey is way too popular for his own good, and the proof is what went down Saturday night that caused him to abruptly pull the plug on his concert.
Morrissey was performing at the Fair Park Music Hall in Dallas, and the show went great until the encore. He returned to the stage to sing "First of the Gang to Die," when a fan hopped onstage to get close to him.
Then a copycat goes in for a hug as Morrissey's bodyguard nervously tries to monitor the situation. Another fan does the same, and another and another.
Jaxson Hayes NBA Reopens Investigation ... After New Video Of 2021 Incident
Jaxson Hayes is under the NBA's microscope once again -- the league just reopened its investigation into the Lakers player's 2021 arrest -- this after TMZ Sports released new video of a dispute with his then-girlfriend.
The footage shows the 7'0" center in a heated exchange with Sofia Jamora at her L.A. area home ... where the then-New Orleans Pelican verbally abused and put his hands on the model -- and, at one point, spit in her direction.
During the altercation, Jamora is heard saying, "I'm not going to let you hit me anymore. What the f*** do I look like, a punching bag?"
Travis Kelce Enjoys Taylor Swift's Indiana Show ... Amid Brother Jason's Gay Slur Controversy
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Travis Kelce seemed to be having a grand ol' time at Taylor Swift's Indiana show Saturday night -- amid the controversy involving his brother Jason using a homophobic slur.
Travis and his buddy, Ross Travis, popped up at Taylor's "Eras" tour concert at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, where they shared the VIP section with a group that included Taylor's mom, Andrea, and *NSYNC's Joey Fatone.
Check out the video ... Travis is having a blast with the others listening to Taylor crank out song after song from the stage. At one point, Travis is seen smiling and hugging a woman before heading over to chat with Andrea.
Jason Kelce New Video: Uses Homophobic F-Slur 3 Times ... After Someone Yells Slur about Travis
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2:40 PM PT -- TMZ has just obtained exclusive video ... showing Jason clearly saying "Who is the f***** now?" 3 times to the person who first hurled the slur at him -- this after Jason got shoved to the ground by the dude.
12:56 PM PT -- More video has emerged from the incident involving Jason Kelce ... with the new angle showing the person whose phone Kelce smashed demanding it back.
me friends bf sent this video https://t.co/tzvwl7yBAe pic.twitter.com/jrhXHs0XLO
— caroline🤍ERAS MIAMI (@GetawayCaroline) November 2, 2024 @GetawayCaroline
A scuffle ensues, broken up by people standing near Kelce ... before he appears to yell back at the man "Who is the f***** now?" -- seemingly referencing the comment that was screamed at him earlier.
Kamala Harris Face-to-Face w/ Maya Rudolph on 'SNL' ... Fires 'Door' Joke at Trump
Kamala Harris took a break from serious campaigning to have some lighthearted fun ... receiving raucous applause during the last "Saturday Night Live" before the election.
The VP stopped by Studio 8H at 30 Rockefeller Plaza for Saturday night's cold open ... appearing in the mirror across from Maya Rudolph -- who has portrayed the veep on and off since 2020.
Ya gotta watch the clip for yourself ... after a pretty generic opening with Dana Carvey, Andy Samberg and other 'SNL' stars playing their usual characters, MR says she just wants to chat with someone who understands what she's going through -- a Black and Southeast Asian woman and former prosecutor running for President of the U.S.A.
Gronk's GF Camille Kostek 'Really Happy For' Gisele Bündchen ... Amid New Pregnancy
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Rob Gronkowski's girlfriend, Camille Kostek, says despite her and her man's close connection with Tom Brady, she wasn't given a heads up on Gisele Bündchen's new pregnancy ... but she says she's thrilled for model's incoming bundle of joy nonetheless.
TMZ Sports caught up with the S.I. Swimsuit star while she attended The Nights of the Jack world's biggest pumpkin event in Los Angeles earlier this week ... and she spoke with us about the shocking news that Bündchen is going to have a baby with Joaquim Valente.
She told us she found out about it just like everyone else in the public -- through the media -- even though Gronk's known GB and her famous ex for years.
Babes In Bed ... Hit The Hay And Sleep An Extra Hour!
Dialing back your clock today means you gain a whole hour of zzz's and are blessed to cuddle up to these babes in bed lookin' oh so cozy! Doze on in ... hit the hay and scroll through to find yourself a 'Sleeping Beauty' bae!
Hittin' it hard, stars like Camila Cabello flashed a winking selfie from her pillow, Kylie Jenner wrapped up in a sheet and brought the glam to bed and Bebe Rexha showed some cheek in the sheets with some sexy side-eye!
Get off the streets and join the slumber party with our gallery of sexy stars in the sheets!