Actress Jill Jacobson Dead at 70 ... 'Star Trek,' Soap Opera Star
Jill Jacobson -- a longtime actress in Hollywood with parts in "Falcon Crest" and 'Star Trek' -- has died ... according to reports.
Jacob's longtime friend Dan Harary tells The Hollywood Reporter ... Jill passed away earlier this month in Los Angeles after battling a long illness.
Jacobson kicked off her career in Hollywood in a series of small roles beginning in the late 1970s ... eventually appearing in well-known flicks like "Splash."
JAMIE FOXX ADDRESSES BIRTHDAY DINNER ALTERCATION ... 'THE DEVIL IS A LIE'
Jamie Foxx is addressing his fans for the first time after a crazy altercation during his birthday dinner that required him to get stitches.
The actor took to Instagram late Saturday to address the situation saying, "The devil is a lie. Can’t win here… thank you to everybody that pray and check on me… when your light is shining bright… they try to bring you darkness … but they don’t know that you’re built for it… the lights have been shining bright…"
Of course, Jamie also worked in a little promo, adding ... "huge thank yous to everyone that have watched and been inspired by ‘What Had Happened Was’… number 1 on @netflix if you haven’t checked it out please go check it out it’s from my heart and my soul…"
Dolphins Receiver Grant Dubose Taken Off Field in Stretcher ... Transported to Hospital
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Grant DuBose needed medical attention after a big hit Sunday ... with a stretcher coming out to roll him off the field.
The rookie WR was playing in Houston against the Texans Sunday ... when Tua Tagovailoa targeted him with a downfield pass early in the third quarter.
Say a prayer for Grant Dubose! Major injury during Dolphins Texans Game. Had to cut his jersey off and taken off field in stretcher.
— Lone Star American (@MadDog_TX) December 15, 2024 @MadDog_TX
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While trying to make the catch, Houston Texans cornerback Calen Bullock came up and ran right through DuBose ... breaking up the pass and leaving the seventh-round draft pick lying, unmoving on the turf.
Alabama Barker Dad Isn't The Only One w/ Music Skills ... Rap Music Vid w/ Kardashian Cameo!!!
Alabama Barker's ready for her Vogue cover shoot ... dropping a rap song all about the spotlight -- and, her famous family members made appearances.
The up-and-coming rap star released a music video for her song "Vogue" Friday ... rapping all about how she's got loads of cash, a clique of close friends and how she's ready to take the world by storm.
Basically, she touches on a lot of common themes in rap ... with sultry dancing and a shirtless dude or two thrown in for dramatic effect.
Sophia Bush How The Grinch Burglarized Christmas ... Holiday Gift Allegedly Stolen
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Sophia Bush is feeling a little less festive this holiday season after an early morning burglary at her Los Angeles home ... TMZ has learned.
Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the incident occurred last week when an intruder accessed the garage at Sophia's residence -- grabbing just one item before taking off.
In a scene straight out of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," cops say the thief only made off with a $36 book ... but, we're told it was a holiday present Sophia planned to give out. Bah humbug!
Ariana Grande Keep On 'Daydreamin' Fans ... No Tour Next Year Either!!!
Ariana Grande's clearly having a "Wicked" good time acting and making music ... but, touring is falling by the wayside -- 'cause she won't be doing a circuit in 2025.
Here's the deal ... rumors about the singer-songwriter going on tour next year began to pop up online because fans say there were apparently Ticketmaster listings about an upcoming string of shows.
Republic Records confirms that there are currently no plans for a tour next year pic.twitter.com/3Utdsb8MbQ
— Ariana Grande’s Spotify (@AGsSpotify) December 15, 2024 @AGsSpotify
It's unclear why these appeared on their website ... but, Ari's label -- Republic Records -- quickly put the rumors to rest, commenting on a post that she's got no plans to go on tour.
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.
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?
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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.
Ally Lewber releases her first statement since James Kennedy’s arrest on suspicion of domestic violence. #PumpRules pic.twitter.com/E25HXKH1xi
— Gibson Johns (@gibsonoma) December 14, 2024 @gibsonoma
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.