JAMES KENNEDY DJ'S TO PACKED CROWD FOLLOWING DV ARREST

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James Kennedy deejayed to a packed crowd in Milwaukee over the weekend ... just days after he was arrested on charges of domestic violence.

New video obtained by TMZ shows the "Vanderpump Rules" alum on stage at The Rave Eagles Club Saturday ... with fans showing up in droves, seemingly unfazed by James' arrest.

Check out the clip ... the crowd's dancing along as JK spun a high-energy set -- with James having the time of his life and grooving onstage.

Drake I Can Still Pull a Crowd ... Of Look-Alikes Trying to Score $10K!!!

Drake's hopping on a trend to wrap up a pretty rough year -- his hometown showed out for a look-alike contest that had to boost his ego, while also putting $10,000 in one lucky fan's pocket.

The "Drake-alike Challenge" drew a huge crowd Saturday in Toronto ... and there were fans repping every variety of Drizzy -- including Ozempic Drake and girl Drake.

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There was even one person, Anthony Po, decked out as Drake's son, Adonis. In a way, Anthony's responsible for the Drake-alike contest even happening.

SELENA GOMEZ What Diamond Ring?!? Rock-Free Post Engagement

Selena Gomez is forgetting something big ... her first time out since announcing her engagement to Benny Blanco, and she was not wearing her engagement ring!

The actress arrived Saturday at the Harmony Gold Theater in L.A., where photogs focused on her left hand which was missing the massive 8-carat diamond rock her record producer fiancé put on her last week.

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Selena, who wore a black velvet skirt with a white blouse, was wearing jewelry on her right hand. It's unclear why she didn't wear the engagement ring to the work event, which she attended without Benny. It could've been a security decision amid a rash of L.A. robberies.

The Obamas Hollywood Date Night Looks Like State Dinner!!!

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Barack Obama still moves like he's POTUS -- almost 9 years post-White House -- a simple dinner date with Michelle at their fave Hollywood hot spot requires a remarkable Secret Service show of force.

The former prez and First Lady rolled out to Mother Wolf Saturday night, and their motorcade is a thing to see! As they exited the restaurant fans and photogs shouted out to them ... and someone even asked, "Will you save TikTok" ... referencing the government's pending plan to shut down the platform.

Hey, it's not his gig anymore, which is why he and Michelle had nothing to say on that subject. What's more interesting here is the way their Secret Service detail set up a wide perimeter around the restaurant ... especially after what happened the last time they hit up the uber-popular Italian restaurant.

'Saturday Night Live' Chris Rock Talks Luigi Mangione ... 'If He Looked Like Jonah Hill, No One Would Care'!!!

Chris Rock took aim at Luigi Mangione on "Saturday Night Live" this week, cracking a stinging joke that compared the alleged CEO shooter's looks to actor Jonah Hill.

The comedian walked out onstage for his cold open while hosting 'SNL' and dove right into the high-profile murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, saying he felt bad for the man's family.

Chris then remarked about how everyone in the country is fixated on Mangione's good looks before hitting the punchline ... "If he looked like Jonah Hill, no one would care. They’d already given him the chair already — he’d be dead."

Troy Aikman I Expect Hell Of An NFL Career From Shedeur Sanders ... 'I Love His Game'

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If Troy Aikman were running an NFL team, he'd clearly have no qualms heading into the 2025 season with Shedeur Sanders under center ... telling TMZ Sports he absolutely loves the Colorado QB's game.

Aikman made no bones about it during a chat with us this week ... explaining he's been a fan of Sanders ever since the 22-year-old was dominating on high school football fields.

"I do think he's a franchise quarterback," said Aikman, who played with Shedeur's father, Deion Sanders, in the 1990s. "I love his game."

Babes Rockin' Beanies ... Knitty or Nice?!

Baby it's cold outside, but these beanie babes are comin' in hot ... they're beani-full and they know it! With a variety of colors and styles, embrace the cozy vibes with these lovely ladies warming up the temps!

Singer Rosalía took a break from singing some winter beats and opted for some beanie treats, while gymnast Livvy Dunne kept snug at the ice rink in a chic black beanie!

Look back at rapper Ice Spice -- whose beanie-game was money in the music studio, and of course, Megan Thee Stallion's beanie hat hit hard in the gym!

Celebrity Scramble Guess Who!

Inside this sparkly gift box is a blonde beauty from British Columbia, Canada! Before Kiernan Shipka and Jamie Lee Curtis beat you to the punch, do you think you've got what it takes to guess who this showgirl is?

She once walked out as sexy Santa on Jay Leno's show back in 2005, but that's not the only time she's shown off her rockin' bod ... You may recall back in 1990 when she was the Playboy Playmate of the Month.

Last but not least, you better be on watch for this bae ... Can you guess who she is?

Oprah Winfrey & Gayle King Out to Dinner for Gayle's Bday in NYC ... Friendship Full of Surprises!!!

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King stepped out in NYC to celebrate Gayle's 70th birthday -- and, Oprah gave her longtime friend a shocking surprise.

The two pals hit up Ci Siamo -- a popular Manhattan restaurant ... Oprah in a gold dress under a long white coat and Gayle going with a more muted black and teal outfit, perfectly matching her scarf.

The two were joined by Megan Sullivan, general manager of the restaurant, who walked into the joint for what Gayle clearly thought was supposed to be a small dinner ... though Oprah had a big surprise to her.

James Kennedy GF Ally Lewber Speaks Out ... After His DV Arrest

James Kennedy's girlfriend is finally breaking her silence after his arrest for domestic violence ... letting fans know she needs some time, but she's alright.

Ally Lewber -- JK's longtime partner -- took to Instagram Saturday to thank everyone for reaching out to support her in the last few days.

She's quick to say she's doing fine ... but, she's also taking the time she needs -- and asking people to respect her privacy.

Ben Affleck, J Lo & Jen Garner Watching the Next Gen of Actors ... Support Their Kids at Play!!!

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Garner are keeping things amicable this holiday season ... supporting their unique blended family at their kids' play.

The stars attended a play Friday night in which Affleck and Garner's child Fin and Jennifer Lopez's kid Emme were both performing in.

Check out the pics ... Affleck pulled up in a classy black suit while Lopez wore a heavy white coat with a chic red blouse underneath it.

Lamar Odom Spreading Holiday Cheer ... Participates in Toy Drive

Lamar Odom's certainly no Grinch ... 'cause he handed out toys to thousands of kids Saturday -- though the notorious Christmas villain did make an appearance.

The former basketball star cohosted a toy drive with Steve Pazmany -- star of "Fully Torqued" on History Channel -- with the help of LAPD Devonshire PALS Center, an org that helps fund after-school programs for kids.

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After taking a pic with Pazmany and the Grinch, Lamar walked around the giant warehouse full of toys ... and, check it out 'cause it look like they've got enough to fill Santa's sleigh a few times over.

Daniel Penny Meets Donald Trump, J.D Vance ... Big Smiles at Football Game!!!

Daniel Penny was facing a long prison sentence last week ... but, now he's living the good life -- meeting two of the most powerful men in government on Saturday.

The Marine veteran met President-Elect Donald Trump and his future Vice President J.D. Vance ... posing for pictures with them at the Army-Navy football game in Maryland.

In the photo -- posted by one of Trump's staff members -- the three share big grins ... with Penny taking center stage in the photo between the two politicians.

Jamie Foxx Needed Stitches After Dinner Altercation ... Glass Was Thrown At Him

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12:04 PM PT -- A witness to the incident tells TMZ ... customers at another table were being rude and vulgar to Jamie, and he asked them to stop since his family was present ... which is when someone at that table allegedly threw the glass that hit him in the face.

10:59 AM PT -- A spokesperson for Jamie tells TMZ ... “Jamie Foxx was at his birthday dinner when someone from another table threw a glass that hit him in the mouth. He had to get stitches and is recovering. The police were called and the matter is now in law enforcement’s hands.”

Jamie Foxx was allegedly involved in a fight in the dining room of Mr. Chow Friday night ... and he may have been injured, TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... police were called to the popular, high-end Beverly Hills restaurant around 10 PM on the report of a fight inside.

Donald Trump Settles Defamation Lawsuit w/ ABC ... $15 Million Going to Presidential Library

Donald Trump and ABC News have settled their defamation case ... with the media company agreeing to pay millions.

According to multiple reports -- including an article posted to ABC News' own website -- the two sides have agreed to settle the lawsuit for $15 million.

The money is reportedly going to the "Presidential foundation and museum to be established by or for [Trump], as Presidents of the United States of America have established in the past" rather than directly to the 47th POTUS.

Quentin Tarantino Blasts 'Yellowstone' As 'Soap Opera' ... Sparks Online Outrage

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Quentin Tarantino's got a whole lot more than a hateful eight coming after him ... he's got a whole army of pissed-off fans slamming him -- 'cause he took aim at "Yellowstone."

Here's the deal ... on a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," Tarantino talked about watching the hit Western TV show -- explaining he loves the genre and gave the show a chance.

But, after watching a couple seasons, QT says he was compelled by the show while watching ... but realized when he wasn't in front of the screen that the show is simply a soap opera.