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Bronny James is getting buried on social media over his less-than-stellar Summer League performances to kick off his Lakers career ... but he's got at least one BIG supporter standing firm in his corner -- Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal.

It's no secret -- LeBron James' eldest boy isn't necessarily taking the Association by storm after going No. 55 overall to the Purple and Gold last month ... averaging just 4.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 steals in four appearances -- not to mention going 0-15 from three-point range.

While those kinds of numbers won't garner a ton of praise, it seems some haters are going extra hard on the 19-year-old hooper due to his famous pops and claims of "nepotism."

Joe Manganiello and Caitlin O'Connor are talking about starting a family, but that's not the only reason they're together ... despite how Sofia Vergara feels about her ex-husband.

Sources close to the couple tell TMZ … Sofia's claims about Joe divorcing her because she wouldn't have children, negatively followed him to his new relationship with Caitlin.

We're told the Joe/Sofia narrative that's out there is fueling internet trolls to attack Caitlin on social media ... blasting Joe's actress girlfriend as "only a babymaker."

Before this cute baby in her newborn clothes turned into an American musician, she was just hangin' with her toy animals, growing up in Detroit, Michigan and Houston, Texas and began rapping and playing the flute.

In 2014, she collaborated with Prince, but that's not the only big star she's worked with ... Kendrick Lamar and Cardi B are just a couple to name-drop! This "hustler" once hit the red carpet dressed as a candy bar.

Need one more clue? While attending the University of Houston, she studied classical music.

"It's About Damn Time!"

Before this Los Angeles kid sitting at the dinner table turned into an actress, she was just looking forward to pizza night with her two famous 'rents, playing with her sister and started acting at just 5 years old.

Her first lead came in 2014 in "Vampire Academy" and you may recall her from popular music videos like Justin Bieber's "Anyone" and Ed Sheeran's "Perfect." Outside of her acting credits, she's quite philanthropic with animal rights.

Need one more clue? She made her acting debut on "Suite Life on Deck."

Before this sweet summer baby in her yellow shorts turned into an American filmmaker and actress, she was just growing up with famous parents in Los Angeles, California before heading off to Harvard University.

This brunette beauty is best known for her TV roles on "The Office," "Boston Public" and "Parks and Recreation" and she also starred in the film "Monogamy" opposite Chris Messina.

She's also made a name for herself working behind the camera -- like producing the documentary film "Hot Girls Wanted."

Need one more clue? Her father is Quincy Jones!

Gaten Matarazzo's pushing for "Stranger Things" to pick up the pace ... feeling the urgency to wrap the final season 'cause all the actors are growing up faster than the Demogorgon's appetite.

We caught up with the actor at LAX Wednesday ... and he's making it clear maintaining the illusion of still being a teen for the sci-fi Netflix series is getting trickier, especially since he's now 21 -- compared to 13 when he first started filming the show.

But Gaten tells us despite past delays like the writers' strike and the pandemic, they're now powering through to bring fans an epic 5th and final season -- and hopefully, so they can all move on and explore new opportunities.

Violet Affleck isn't just cruising on the success of her famous parents ... she's standing up for what she believes in -- in front of a major local governing body.

The daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner appeared before the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, speaking up on an issue near to her heart ... keeping mask mandates in Los Angeles hospitals.

Check out the clip ... the recent high school grad introduces herself before diving into her firsthand experience with a long-term post-viral condition she contracted way back in 2019 -- adding she saw how medicine can't answer all the effects of a virus.

Tampa Bay Rays star shortstop Wander Franco has been formally charged with sexual abuse and sexual exploitation against a minor in the Dominican Republic ... for a relationship he allegedly had with a 14-year-old girl.

Franco, who's now 23, has been under investigation by authorities in the D.R. since July 2023 ... after a complaint was filed alleging he had sexual relations with a teenager.

Wander, according to authorities, has also been accused of human trafficking.

The mother of the child is also included in the indictment ... with prosecutors claiming the mother was paid thousands of dollars by Franco to look the other way, and allow the relationship.

Before this darling gal in pink turned into an award-winning actress, she was growing up in Argentina with her 5 older siblings, studying ballet until she was 15 and began modeling just a couple years later.

When she's not diving into a character, she's known for her modeling work. Clearly from a young age she enjoyed dressing up, and today she still drapes herself in pearls ... and dresses to the 9s!

She starred alongside Chris Hemsworth in her most recent movie, but you may also remember her as Beth Harmon on Netflix's "The Queen's Gambit."

Kim Zolciak and Chet Hanks never left the friend zone while filming the new season of 'Surreal Life' ... despite a recent trailer suggesting otherwise.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the Bravo personality and Tom Hanks' son did NOT hook up during their time in the 'The Surreal Life' house -- though some people in the cast did feel the pair had sexual chemistry.

Still, we're told nothing physical occurred between Kim and Chet ... even though MTV's first look for "Surreal Life: Villa of Secrets" showed the 2 contestants embracing in a bedroom with the lights off.

Before this lil' cutie with red hair and blunt bangs turned into an actress, she was just givin' some sass to the camera, attending college where she studied acting and theater, modeling and growing up in Scotland.

You may recognize her as Amy from "Doctor Who," Nebula in "Guardians of the Galaxy" -- which she buzzed her head for -- or in a big film with Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black and Kevin Hart.

Aside from the buzzcut, she's rocked many hairstyles over the years and shares her fashion game to her 7+ million Instagram followers.

Many people are screaming "nepotism" after the Lakers selected Bronny James in the NBA Draft, but the move is getting Michael Cooper's big stamp of approval -- 'cause the former Showtime star tells TMZ Sports he LOVES the pick!!

There’s been a ton of talk surrounding L.A.’s decision to take LeBron's oldest son with the 55th pick last week ... as some are considering it a perfect example of a "nepo baby" getting an opportunity over more deserving prospects.

But Cooper – who won five championships with the Purple and Gold – is scoffing at that narrative … breaking down why he is a huge fan while at LAX this week.

American actress Madison Riley was 20 years old when she was cast as Jasmine Hilliard -- Rob's hot daughter who provides eye candy during a 4th of July reunion for her Dad's middle school buddies -- in Adam Sandler's comedy film "Grown Ups" back in 2010.

Joining Madison at the lake included Rob Schneider as Jasmine's Dad with several failed marriages, Rob Hilliard, Kevin James who loves Kentucky Fried Chicken and his family, Eric, David Spade as being the cool kid turned poor Bachelor, Marcus and Chris Rock as the stay-at-home Dad, Kurt.

And, of course ... Adam Sandler played the rich Hollywood agent with the hot wife, Lenny.

Other worthy cast mentions include Salma Hayek and Maya Rudolph.

Chet Hanks is hitting back at people using his "White Boy Summer" catchphrase to promote hate and bigotry ... saying they've warped his good intentions.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson's son reacted Wednesday to a New York Times piece highlighting the tagline's growing popularity among white supremacists.

As Chet put it ... he in no way cosigns the way his phrase has been co-opted by hate groups.

Before this blue-eyed boy in his red white and blue Mickey Mouse sweater turned into a global entertainer, he was just taking his action figures everywhere, singing covers on his karaoke machine and looking up to The King of Rock 'n' Roll.

Although he didn't grow up in the States, he sure has made his way around the USA. There's no denying he and his former bandmates made one hot boy band, but perhaps this singin' stud is the "Golden" one!

Need one more clue? "You don't know, oh-oh ... that's what makes you beautiful!"

A full-circle moment is unfolding on James Gunn's 'Superman' set -- Will Reeve, son of the iconic Christopher Reeve, is flying into the DC Universe with a cameo in Gunn's film.

As you know, Christopher donned the red cape for the 70s and 80s 'Superman' movies ... and, undoubtedly, he would've been thrilled to see these heartwarming pics on X of his youngest son hugging Gunn on set in Cleveland, Ohio, carrying on his legacy.

Unclear what Will's role is exactly, but as you can see, he's dressed to the nines in a slick Clark Kent-style suit while dapping up Gunn, and then giving him a hug -- all while others on set clap, so looks like he had just wrapped filming his scenes.