WNBA's Cameron Brink Suffers Torn ACL ... Out Indefinitely

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12:45 PM PT -- Cameron Brink just commented on the injury ... and while it clearly broke her heart -- she's vowing to come back stronger than before.

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"I will not be derailed and I will continue to love this life," she said on her Instagram page Wednesday afternoon. "I'm not defined by basketball, but it is something that I love deeply and I will work everyday to get back to it. It's not goodbye basketball it’s just a see you later. I’m always so thankful for your thoughts and prayers. 💜💛"

Devastating news for one of the most popular young hoopers in the WNBA -- L.A. Sparks rookie Cameron Brink suffered a left torn ACL during Tuesday night's game ... leaving her sidelined indefinitely.

SERENA WILLIAMS GETTING PRE-KIDS CONFIDENCE BACK With Tummy Tightening!!

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Serena Williams took a moment for some self-care ... letting her fans in on a procedure targeting her birthing scars -- something that's been a hang-up for her since having kids.

The retired tennis legend shared an IG clip of herself getting a radio frequency skin-tightening treatment -- and as you can see ... she's lying on an exam table as a technician rubs an ultrasound-like wand over her stomach.

Serena explained the video was filmed during a Parisian getaway, where her thoughtful pal -- knowing full well she felt self-conscious about her tummy post-childbirth -- treated her to a day at Maison Lutétia spa.

Celine Dion Fights Back Tears, Thanks Kids for Support ... During Doc Premiere

Celine Dion felt the power of love at the premiere for the new documentary about her health battle ... as the singer fought back tears while taking a moment in the spotlight.

The singer was met with an abundance of applause while taking the stage at the NYC premiere of "I Am: Celine Dion" ... causing Celine to get a bit emotional while addressing the audience.

Celine -- whose struggle with Stiff-Person Syndrome forced her to step back from performing -- took a moment to thank those who've been on this health journey with her ... including her doctor, Dr. Amanda Piquet, and her children, René-Charles, Nelson and Eddy.

ASHLEY BENSON NO, I'M NOT ON OZEMPIC!!!! Sweatin' For Post-Baby Bod

Ashley Benson's not here for the weight loss drug rumors anymore -- she's hitting back hard, crediting her post-baby bod to a good old-fashioned gym grind.

It all kicked off when a fan commented, "How was she JUST pregnant?!?" on an IG snap of Ashley, who gave birth in February, rocking a black tank top and gray sweatpants. Another user responded to the fan's question by posting an Ozempic ad.

Ashley shared a screenshot of that exchange to her IG Stories Monday, and dismissed the Ozempic remark as hilarious ... 'cause it undermined her gym hustle.

Carrie Underwood & Family Unharmed After House Fire on Father's Day

Carrie Underwood and her family must feel pretty relieved right about now ... 'cause they managed to escape a house fire in their Tennessee home over the holiday weekend.

A rep for the country singer tells TMZ ... "There was a fire on the property on Sunday night, which was quickly contained. There was no fire damage to the primary residence, and the family and their pets were unharmed."

According to Williamson County & Fire, several crews were dispatched to the residence just before 10 PM on Sunday evening -- Father's Day -- after a fire started in Carrie and husband Mike Fisher's garage. The responders were able to put out the fire relatively quickly thanks to a 10,000-gallon water tank ... which was located on the singer's estate.

Kylian Mbappe Suffers Bloody Broken Nose ... In Euro Match

Kylian Mbappe looked like he was in an MMA fight instead of a UEFA Euro match on Monday ... 'cause the soccer superstar suffered a brutal injury that left his nose bleeding all over the field!

It just happened on the pitch minutes ago ... during France's tilt against Austria at the Düsseldorf Arena in Germany.

During the match, Mbappe -- the French forward and captain of the team -- smacked his face into the back of Austria defender Kevin Danso's shoulder ... and he immediately fell to the ground in agony.

Royal Expert Jonathan Sacerdoti Meghan Tried to Upstage Kate ... Amid Return to Spotlight!!!

Kate Middleton made her long-awaited return to the spotlight Saturday amid her cancer battle ... but Meghan Markle tried stealing her thunder -- so says one royal expert.

We talked to Jonathan Sacerdoti on "TMZ Live" Monday ... where he broke down the Princess of Wales' appearance at the Trooping the Colour celebration -- and what it meant for the Royal Family, and more importantly ... why he thinks Meg wanted in on the attention.

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He says Princess Kate joining her husband, Prince William, and their children on Buckingham Palace's famed balcony amid her health struggles reminded the public why they love the royals ... but slammed MM for trotting out new jams right around the same time.

Ian McKellen Hospitalized After Falling Off Stage ... During London Performance

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4:30 PM PT --  A rep for "Player Kings" tells TMZ Ian McKellen is doing well after his fall, saying ... "Following a scan, the brilliant NHS team have assured us that he will make a speedy and full recovery and Ian is in good spirits."

"The production has made the decision to cancel the performance on Tuesday 18 June so Ian can rest. Those affected will be contacted by their point of purchase as soon as possible tomorrow."

"Thank you to doctors Rachel and Lee who were on hand in the audience and to all the venue staff for their support.”

Ian McKellen stepped into the spotlight in London and ended up in a hospital ... this after taking a nasty fall during a theater performance this week.

The actor -- who turned 85 last month -- was hospitalized Monday after losing his footing in a "Player Kings" fight scene and falling off stage ... this according to multiple reports out of the UK.

Ian plays John Falstaff in 'PK' -- a new West End production of Shakespeare's Henry IV parts one and two -- and he was circling a battle scene when he tumbled off the front of the stage, screaming in pain as he hit the deck.

J Lo and Ben Relationship Crumbled in Part Because She's a 'Love Addict'

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are clearly headed for divorce, and some of the folks we've spoken with say one of the many reasons for the split -- JLo's "Love Addiction."

TMZ has a new documentary on Hulu -- 'JLo & Ben: Missed Warning Signs' -- in which Dr. Phil, Dr. Drew, Psychotherapist Dr. Jenn Mann and others say there are lots of reasons this relationship just didn't work.

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One of the people with whom we spoke is Jon Peters, the mega-producer of movies like "Flashdance" and "Prince of Tides," who has a history of both dating famous people -- including Barbra Streisand -- and addiction.

'Love Island' Jack Fowler I Almost Died on a Flight ... Because of Food Allergy!!!

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6/19 8:20 AM PT -- A spokesperson for Emirates tells TMZ ... "We are sorry to hear of Mr. Fowler's experience and our teams on ground are providing him with all possible assistance. The safety and health of our customers is taken very seriously."

"While Emirates aims to cater to customers with specific needs by offering a variety of special meals that cover medical, dietary, and religious requirements, we cannot guarantee a nut-free inflight environment. We urge travelers with dietary or other medical requirements to check our website and consult their doctor before travel."

"Love Island Games" champion Jack Fowler is ripping an airline over an allergic reaction he says he suffered on a flight ... accusing the company of not taking food allergies seriously.

Jack just shared what he characterizes as a travel nightmare on social media, claiming he was flying Emirates when he was served a cashew nut ... despite allegedly warning flight attendants multiple times about his severe nut allergy.

The reality star says he had difficulty breathing and needed oxygen and an EpiPen after being served a chicken dish with nuts in it ... suggesting death was a "real possibility."

Gordon Ramsay Check Out My Massive Bruise ... Injury From Big Bike Crash

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Gordon Ramsay looked like he was making Gordon Tartare recently ... 'cause his whole left side had the color of raw meat after a massive bike accident left him with a bruise.

The chef extraordinaire shared a clip to his social media Saturday telling his fans about a recent struggle ... turning a bad experience on his bike into a PSA about the importance of wearing a helmet.

GR starts by telling fans -- who know he loves to ride his bike -- he got into a nasty cycling accident this week that left him in a ton of pain. He says the accident shook him -- and he repeats multiple times he's lucky to be alive.

Kate Middleton Re-Emerges in Public and Looking Great

Kate Middleton just made her much-anticipated return to the spotlight after her cancer diagnosis earlier this year -- and, as expected, the eyes of the world were watching her every move.

The Princess of Wales announced Friday that she would attend Saturday's Trooping the Colour Ceremony in London -- and she didn't disappoint and appeared as elegant as ever.

Check out the photos ... Kate was chauffeured to the event with her hubby, Prince William, and their two sons, Prince George and Prince Louis, along with their daughter Princess Charlotte. Kate was decked out in a classy white dress and a wide brimmed hat with some pricey jewelry.

Eric Dickerson Scoffs At 'Madden Curse' ... McCaffrey's Going To Be Just Fine!!!

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Uncross those fingers and exhale, 49ers fans ... Eric Dickerson says Christian McCaffrey will be just fine this season -- telling TMZ Sports there is no such thing as the "Madden Curse!!!"

Of course, plenty in San Francisco have been worried sick since Tuesday ... after the star running back was named the Madden NFL 25 cover athlete.

While disaster hasn't struck for the most recent players who've received the honor -- it happened so frequently in the past, it's become commonplace for fans to have concerns about it all -- and SF supporters haven't been much different this week.

Dr. Oz Plays Hero Mid-Flight ... Helps Passenger in Medical Emergency

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Dr. Oz's medical knowledge came in handy on his flight to Mexico this week ... 'cause the celebrity doc treated a fellow passenger during a health scare up in the air, TMZ has learned.

Check out this footage, obtained by TMZ, that shows Oz vigilantly tending to another traveler, whom we're told was going in and out of consciousness an hour into Friday's flight from NYC to Cabo San Lucas.

Dr. Oz has confirmed the medical incident, telling TMZ ... he was en route to a wedding when he heard flight attendants asking for medical help, and he answered the call.

'DEADLIEST CATCH' STAR NICK MAVAR DEAD AT 59 ... After Medical Emergency

Nick Mavar -- who was once a deckhand on the F/V Northwestern on "Deadliest Catch" -- has died ... TMZ has learned.

The Police Chief of Bristol Bay Borough Police Department in Alaska tells TMZ ... the ex-Discovery Channel star died Thursday afternoon in Naknek -- this after experiencing a medical emergency of some sort.

BBBPD wouldn't elaborate on the nature of the medical emergency -- noting it was too early in the investigation to draw conclusions. We are, however, told Nick's family has been notified of the tragic news.

LAX Road Rage Fight Two Dudes Get Into It ... Elderly Woman KO'D

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A violent road rage fight at LAX caused some serious collateral damage ... in the form of an elderly woman getting knocked out cold ... and it's all on video.

Brutal footage shows the moment from late last month -- when an old lady minding her beeswax got slammed to the ground by two men fighting in the streets just outside of a terminal at the airport ... and they continue tussling as she lies motionless on the pavement.

Watch ... a man, who cops say is 38-year-old Jasan Givens Sr., is seen chasing down a shirtless man on the sidewalk ... with Givens tackling the dude and bowling over the lady.

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