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Usher llegará a lo más alto de Apple Music gracias al show de medio tiempo del Super Bowl y va a hacerlo a lo grande con una producción que será una oda a "The Hangover".

El Super Bowl LVIII es en Las Vegas este año y Apple reunió a Usher y a la pandilla -Ludacris, Lil Jon y Taraji P. Henson- para recrear la clásica película de comedia en un clip de siete minutos cargado con otras estrellas, y parece sugerir que todos podrían participar el domingo.

El cortometraje comienza con el CEO de Apple -Tim Cook- alertando a Luda, Jon y Taraji a través de FaceTime que Ursh había desaparecido en combate. El trío procede a correr enloquecido a través de la "Ciudad del Pecado" para encontrar a la superestrella de R&B desaparecida.

En el camino se encuentran con Anderson .Paak, J Balvin y Wesley Snipes, y los clásicos de Las Vegas -The Blue Man Group y Criss Angel- en el personaje completo para reforzar la comedia y hay una fuerte insinuación de que Usher incorporará su patinaje sobre ruedas masterclass en su set de medio tiempo.

El año pasado por estas fechas, Usher, Floyd Mayweather y otros famosos se subieron a la pista de patinaje para celebrar el álbum "The Chronic" de Dr. Dre con Apple Music, así que la sinergia es máxima.

Se perfila para ser el año de Usher, quien está dejando caer su nuevo álbum "Coming Home" el domingo y también va de gira en agosto.

Usher gets the next crack at Apple Music's reign over the Super Bowl Halftime Show -- and they're going all out with a highly-produced promo ... an ode to "The Hangover."

Super Bowl LVIII's in Vegas this year and Apple gathered Usher and the gang -- Ludacris, Lil Jon and Taraji P. Henson -- to recreate the classic comedy flick in a 7-minute clip loaded with other stars, and it seems to suggest these stars might be in the mix on Sunday.

The short film opens with Apple CEO Tim Cook alerting Luda, Jon and Taraji via FaceTime (shameless plugs, duh!) that Ursh had gone MIA  ... and the trio proceeds to run amuck through Sin City to find the missing R&B superstar.

Along the way they encounter Anderson .Paak, J Balvin and Wesley Snipes, and Vegas staples -- The Blue Man Group and Criss Angel -- in full character to beef up the comedy and there's a strong hint that Usher will incorporate his masterclass roller skating into his halftime set.

Around this time last year, Usher, Floyd Mayweather and several other celebs hit the rink to celebrate Dr. Dre's "The Chronic" album with Apple Music so the synergy is running high.

It's shaping up to be Usher's year ... he's dropping his new album "Coming Home" on Sunday and also going on tour in August.

Patrick Mahomes has graced the cover of Sports Illustrated countless times, but it's his wife who's getting the shine now -- Brittany was just named a rookie for the publication's swimsuit issue.

S.I. and Brittany shared the big news on Thursday ... showing the Kansas City Chiefs partner sporting several red one-pieces and bikinis during a photoshoot in Belize.

S.I. Swim editor M.J. Day addressed the decision to feature the famous WAG this year ... saying, "Owner of the Kansas City Current NWSL team, former pro athlete, wife and mother, Brittany emerges as the epitome of a modern-day powerhouse."

"Founder of the world’s first ever dedicated stadium for women’s sports, Brittany’s journey has surpassed all expectations, inspiring others with her tenacity and unyielding determination. We are proud to welcome her to the SI Swimsuit family where she will undoubtedly continue to empower women worldwide."

Brittany -- who married Patrick in 2022 -- also spoke out on the honor ... calling it a dream come true and hoping her spread inspires women all over.

"I want people to know that they can accomplish anything, even things you never thought would be possible in your wildest dreams," the mother of two said.

It's huge for the family ... and comes just days before Patrick's huge Super Bowl matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.

Andrew Whitworth's playing days are officially in his rearview mirror ... the former NFL star tells TMZ Sports there's absolutely "no chance" he comes back to the gridiron.

Of course, ever since the 42-year-old said he was done playing following his Super Bowl LVI win in 2022 ... there's been rumors he could return.

After all, at the time that he hung up his spikes, he was still widely considered one of the best left tackles in the game ... and in the two years since he's stopped playing, a championship contender has been in need of his talents.

But, Whitworth made it clear to us this week ... he'll never strap on a helmet and shoulder pads for an NFL team again.

"I get in the weight room every now and then and I kind of convince myself maybe I could do it," he said. "But I tell you what, there's no chance."

Whitworth -- who's become a star analyst for Prime Video's "Thursday Night Football" in retirement -- explained he's simply enjoying watching ball from the sidelines too much to get back into it.

"I feel too good walking around, hanging out, eating food, having drinks and watching people play football," the 16-year NFL vet said. "It's a much more fun way to do it. So, I'm going to stick with that. That's for sure."

As for this weekend's big game ... Whitworth, unsurprisingly, told us he thinks it could come down to the trenches. For the Chiefs, he said it's paramount they stop Nick Bosa and Javon Hargrave. For the Niners, he said they need to build a strategy around slowing down Chris Jones.

Whitworth also said it'll be key for Brock Purdy to control his jitters -- though he's confident the SF quarterback will get it done.

The owner of the only Chiefs-inspired bar in San Francisco is clearing up whether 49ers fans are actually "banned" -- as has been suggested -- and he's saying they're not, but also noting ... it might be hard to get in come game day.

Here's the deal ... Vlad Cood -- who owns the sports bar Buzzworks in SF, which has come to be known as a Chiefs-friendly haven for Kansas City diehards -- tells TMZ that recent reports he and his staff weren't letting San Fran fans into the establishment are false.

There were a lot of headlines locally that ran with that narrative, but Cood says his words were taken out of context -- although, he does admit ... it could be difficult for the 49ers faithful to actually get into the building, especially around Super Bowl weekend.

While he tells us his doors are open to any and all -- regardless of team affiliation -- Cood says that his bar tends to get packed with Chiefs fans on football Sunday early and often ... and that's just how it's gone for a while.

Cood says 49ers heads can certainly swing by anytime they want, but by the time kickoff starts -- he tells us Buzzworks is usually stuffed with Chiefs people ... and he doesn't expect that to change for the SB. In other words, come as you are ... but come with time to spare!

He also says this ... if 49ers fans are truly interested in coming to his business, he's got an alternative for them where they can congregate and pound booze among their brethren. As it turns out, Cood owns another bar across the street there called Butter, which he says has more than enough room for anyone who wants to file in and catch Super Bowl LVIII.

Here's the irony in all this ... Cood tells us he himself is actually a longtime 49ers fan -- so even though Buzzworks caters to Chiefs lovers, it sounds like he'd love to be with his own kind.

Tech N9ne is gearing up for his Kansas City Chiefs to play in the Super Bowl ... by hosting a party at a famous Las Vegas strip club across the street from the football field!!!

The Strange Music co-founder is working with Crazy Horse 3, kicking off their Super Bowl party lineup Thursday night at a special event -- and they're making sure he's all set to do his thing for the big weekend ... and yes, the specifics are very stripper-friendly.

Our sources say Tech N9ne's contract calls for him to get $20,000 in singles to throw in the club. Yeah, it's gonna be raining greenbacks in there ... and Tech's gonna be tossin' cash.

Tech N9ne's deal also includes a supply of 10 magnum bottles of 10 tequila -- those are the big boys -- with 5 bottles of Clase Azul and 5 bottles of Don Julio 1942. Nothing but the best for Tech.

The guy's a massive Chiefs fan and his "Red Kingdom" song has kinda become the unofficial team anthem ... so we're guessing the crowd is gonna favor KC.

NFL players expected to appear include ... Dallas Cowboys wideout KaVontae Turpin, Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen, Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley, Washington Commanders cornerback Emmanuel Forbes Jr. and Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

Taylor Swift's party plans for the Super Bowl in Las Vegas are top secret and a promoter with a close tie to Taylor isn't spilling the beans ... but he's got other party options for ya.

Logan Paulson, a Las Vegas promoter, joined us on "TMZ Live" Wednesday and gave us a rundown of the different weekend parties ... ranging from the free to the super exclusive.

Taylor and Travis Kelce are renting a villa next to the Kansas City Chiefs team hotel, the Westin Las Vegas Resort & Spa, and while Logan's girlfriend, Natalie Peterson, is one of the singer's backup dancers, he played it coy when we asked him if Taylor and Travis were hosting a house party.

The strip is more Logan's specialty -- specifically nightlife at the Wynn -- and he says the property's famous XS club is expecting a packed house Friday with performances from Lil Wayne, Diplo and Shaq.

Logan says Friday is pretty much sold out, and the only way to get in at this point is to buy a table ... it's gonna cost ya, the cheapest table is going for $8,000 ... and it's outside.

For those ballers on a budget, Logan says Hakkasan has a free party this weekend, where revelers will be treated to a Travis Scott gig ... and Logan has other free parties too.

Everyone wants to know where Taylor, Travis and the Chiefs are going to have their postgame bash ... and Logan says history points to XS at the Wynn ... so keep that in mind, Swifties.

Los planes de Taylor Swift durante el Super Bowl en Las Vegas son un gran secreto y un promotor con un estrecho vínculo con Taylor no está contando las primicias, pero sí está compartiendo otras opciones de fiesta para disfrutar este fin de semana.

Logan Paulson, un coordinador VIP de Wynn Nightlife, se unió a "TMZ Live" el miércoles y nos dio un resumen de las diferentes fiestas, desde las gratuitas hasta las súper exclusivas.

Taylor y Travis Kelce van a alquilar una villa junto al hotel del equipo de los Kansas City Chiefs, el Westin Las Vegas Resort & Spa y aunque la novia de Logan, Natalie Peterson, es una de las bailarinas de apoyo de la cantante, no quiso responder cuando le preguntamos si Taylor y Travis estaban organizando una fiesta en su casa.

El striptease es más de la especialidad de Logan, específicamente la vida nocturna en el Wynn, y dice que el famoso club XS de la propiedad espera una casa llena el viernes con actuaciones de Lil Wayne, Diplo y Shaq.

Logan dice que está casi todo vendido para el viernes y la única manera de entrar en este momento es comprar una mesa, y la más barata va por $8,000 y es afuera.

Para aquellos que tengan un presupuesto más ajustado, pero quieran salir de fiesta con estilo, Logan dice que Hakkasan tiene una fiesta gratis este fin de semana, donde los juerguistas presenciarán un concierto de Travis Scott. Logan tiene otros datos gratuitos.

Todo el mundo quiere saber dónde será la celebración post-partido de Taylor, Travis y los Chiefs y Logan dice que la historia apunta a XS en el Wynn, así que tengan eso en mente, Swifties.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have their choice of Vegas wedding venues if they get engaged at the Super Bowl ... their latest offer is from a weed operation and it's pretty blunt.

Some folks think Travis is gonna pop the question after the Big Game, and while everything we've reported says that's a long shot... one wedding venue is throwing up a Hail Mary.

Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings is offering Taylor and Travis a complimentary weed wedding after the Super Bowl ... trying to sell them on the idea of getting hitched at a grow house.

Now, this isn't any old weed operation ... Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings says they marry people at the world's largest dispensary, Planet 13.

Taylor's favorite number is 13 ... hey, just saying.

LVCW owner Maxine Fensom would officiate the wedding ... she's an ordained minister.

Again, it's a long shot and, as we've told you, Taylor and Travis have already been offered a free wedding at the famous Little White Wedding Chapel ... not that they would accept that offer either.

Couples who aren't the celeb type are getting offered a deal here too ... Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings plans to offer $87 cannabis-themed nuptials for the first 100 couples if Travis' Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII.

The $87 weed weddings, priced after Travis' No. 87 Chiefs jersey, are only for Valentine's Day ... and there's a Taylor connection here too, because T-Swift once starred in a movie called "Valentine's Day."

If Taylor and Travis don't get engaged, they've also got an offer on the table from a famous Vegas strip club.

The parents of a 9-year-old Chiefs fan claim a Deadspin article accusing the young boy of wearing blackface to a Kansas City game earlier this year has made their lives a living hell ... and now they're dragging the media outlet to court over it.

The folks of Holden Armenta -- Raul and Shannon Armenta -- filed the suit against the sports media company on Tuesday in Delaware ... alleging Carron Phillips' story about Holden back in November was flat-out defamatory.

You'll recall, Holden painted one side of his face black, and the other side red in support of his favorite Chiefs team as they took on the Raiders in Las Vegas on Nov. 26. According to the suit, when cameras showed only the black side of Holden's noggin during the game's broadcast, Phillips took to his keyboard to demand the NFL take action against the child.

The Armentas claim the article posted to Deadspin remarked on how face paint made it look like Holden had "found a way to hate Black people and the Native Americans at the same time." The Armentas also said Phillips wrongfully implied that Holden may have been "taught" the alleged "racism and hate" at home.

The Armentas said none of it was true -- writing in the suit that Holden wore his gameday outfit for no other reason than to show his love for Kansas City. They added that Holden is Native American himself.

In the suit, the Armentas said they asked Deadspin repeatedly to retract the story and issue a mea culpa -- but they claim the outlet refused to back down.

They say it's all caused "enormous damage" -- alleging they received death threats and numerous messages containing hateful language. They also said Raul's been forced to consider moving his family out of state -- while Holden's grades have dropped in school. The Armentas claim Holden "has shown emotional damage from the onslaught of negative attention" as well.

They're now suing Deadspin for unspecified damages.

Taylor Swift y Travis Kelce tienen algunas opciones para casarse en Las Vegas si deciden comprometerse durante el Super Bowl y su última oferta es de un dispensario de cannabis y es bastante contundente.

Algunas personas piensan que Travis le va a hacer la proposición a Taylor después del Gran Juego, y aunque les hemos informado que esa posibilidad es remota, un lugar de bodas está haciendo una jugada de último minuto.

Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings le está ofreciendo a la pareja una boda de hierba después del Super Bowl, tratando de venderles la idea de que se casen en una casa de cultivo.

Ahora, esta no es cualquier operación de marihuana. Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings dice que casan a la gente en el dispensario más grande del mundo, Planet 13.

El número favorito de Taylor es el 13 ... hey, solo digo.

El dueño de Las Vegas Cannabis Wedding, Maxine Fensom, oficiaría la boda, pues es una ministra ordenada.

De nuevo, es una posibilidad remota y como les hemos contado, la famosa capilla Little White Wedding ya le ofreció a Travis y Taylor una boda gratis. Aunque bueno, tampoco es que vayan a aceptar esta oferta automáticamente.

A las parejas que no son celebridades también se les ofreció un descuento aquí. Las Vegas Cannabis Weddings planea ofrecer nupcias con temática de cannabis por $87 para las primeras 100 parejas si los Kansas City Chiefs de Travis logran vencer a los San Francisco 49ers en el Super Bowl LVIII.

Las bodas de cannabis a $87, valoradas en ese precio por la camiseta No. 87 de Travis en los Chiefs, son solo para el Día de San Valentín y hay una conexión con Taylor aquí también, porque T-Swift una vez protagonizó una película llamada "Día de San Valentín".

Si Taylor y Travis no se comprometen, también tienen una oferta sobre la mesa de un famoso club de striptease de Las Vegas.

Everybody's talking about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce ahead of the Super Bowl, but they're getting associated with a different kinda bowl -- a toilet bowl, to be exact -- before the Big Game ... with Dude Wipes launching new ads inspired by the superstar couple.

TMZ Sports has learned -- the popular wet wipe company came up with a cheeky way to get in on the Traylor craze while promoting its product in Las Vegas this weekend ... by whipping together some silly slogans to feature on the massive Resorts World display.

Some of the ads include pretty timely Swift-related mentions ... including a nod to her new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," which she announced at the Grammys just days ago.

One sign reads, "If you're living in the Tortured TP Department, welcome to the Wet-Wiping Era" ... with another channeling the singer's "Anti-Hero" hit -- "It's me. Hi. I'm the solution. It's Me. Not TP."

But one in particular addresses the relationship that's taken over the world ... with "We love a clean tight end, too" shown in big white letters above a package of Dude Wipes.

The company teamed up with Max O'Neil at Clear Channel and the Curiosity agency to execute the campaign ... which will be seen by millions throughout Sin City this weekend.

Of course, Taylor has taken over the Super Bowl this year ... with her presence being felt all over -- including countless Swift-related questions during media availability, themed parties, and a free wedding ceremony offer from a local venue.

Hay una GRAN fiesta en la Ciudad del Pecado para ver el Super Bowl, con estrellas de la franquicia de telerrealidad "Mujercitas" ¡mezclando bebidas y sirviendo tragos!

Little Jess le dice a TMZ que ella es camarera de un evento en el Bar Nerd en Fremont Street con otras dos estrellas del reality, y hay barra libre.

Little Jess dice que los otros camareros incluyen a Tiffani y a Jordanna James, quienes se hacen llamar las "Tiny Tenders" (pequeñas camareras).

Con todas las damas por debajo de los 5 pies de altura, Jess dice que son "pequeñas personas calientes" y "las chicas más calientes que jamás conocerás por debajo de 5 pies". Van a utilizar una plataforma elevada para que puedan estar a la altura de la mirada de los clientes.

Las chicas tienen experiencia. Little Jess dice que todas han sido camareras en el pasado y ella mimsa cuenta con 15 años de experiencia, y llevarán pantalones cortos negros a juego con pequeñas camisetas negras con el lema "Tiny Tenders".

Los boletos van por los $60 por adelantado o $100 en la puerta y Little Jess dice se han vendido 50 entradas hasta ahora y que esperan que varios cientos de personas aparezcan en el lugar con una capacidad máxima de 1.000.

Las puertas se abren a la 1 PM el domingo del Super Bowl y la barra libre es de 3 PM a 5 PM, que debe cubrir la primera mitad del Super Bowl LVIII.

Little Jess dice que la barra libre incluye bebidas, cervezas de barril, Capri Suns, chupitos de gelatina y tragos de tests de drogas servidos en vasos de orina. La barra libre también tiene descuentos en bebidas de primera calidad, como 5 dólares por un Jack Daniels.

Una vez que Usher suba al escenario para el espectáculo del descanso del Super Bowl, volverán los precios normales.

La pequeña Jess dice que apuestan por un ambiente tipo "Coyote Ugly" y que van a ir por ahí sirviendo tragos y bailando. Ella dice Jordanna James trabajó en el bar "Coyote Ugly" original en Nueva York.

Ninguna buena fiesta del Super Bowl está completa sin comida, y Little Jess dice que servirán aperitivos como patatas fritas, cerdos en una manta y de pizza.

Un bar abierto en Las Vegas el domingo tiene el potencial de ser ruidoso, pero Little Jess dice que las damas estarán atentas por si alguien cruza la línea y causa problemas.

Little Jess dice: "Haremos sonar los silbatos tres veces para indicar que hay problemas y luego nuestros guardias de seguridad de 6 pies se harán cargo de la situación".

There's a BIG party going down in Sin City for the Big Game ... a Super Bowl watch party with stars from the 'Little Women' reality franchise mixing up drinks and pouring shots!!!

"Little Women: NY" star Little Jess tells TMZ ... she's bartending a ticketed event at the Nerd Bar on Fremont Street with two other reality stars, and there's an open bar.

Little Jess says the other bartenders include "Little Women: Dallas" star Tiffani and "Little Women: NY" star Jordanna James ... they're calling themselves the "Tiny Tenders," short for bartenders.

With all of the ladies under 5 feet tall -- Jess says they are "hot little people" and "the hottest chicks you will ever meet under 5 foot" -- they are going to use a raised platform so they can be eye-level with customers and reach the bottles.

The ladies are experienced ... Little Jess says they've all bartended in the past and she has 15 years under her belt ... and they'll be wearing black booty shorts with matching black tiny crop tops emblazoned with "Tiny Tenders."

Tickets are going for $60 in advance or $100 at the door ... and Little Jess says 50 tickets have been sold so far and they're expecting several hundred folks to show up to a venue with a 1,000 max capacity.

Doors open at 1 PM on Super Bowl Sunday and the open bar is from 3 PM to 5 PM ... which should cover the first half of Super Bowl LVIII.

Little Jess says the open bar includes well drinks, draft beers, Capri Suns, Jell-O shots and failed drug test shots served in urine cups. The open bar also has discounts on premium booze, like $5 for Jack Daniels.

Once Usher hits the stage for the Super Bowl halftime show, it's back to regular pricing.

Little Jess says they're going for a "Coyote Ugly" vibe ... and they'll be going around serving up body shots and doing some go-go dancing. She says Jordanna James worked at the OG 'Coyote Ugly' bar in NYC.

No good Super Bowl party is complete without food ... and Little Jess says they'll be serving up appetizers like tater tots, pigs in a blanket and pizza nuggets.

An open bar in Las Vegas on Super Bowl Sunday has the potential to get rowdy ... but Little Jess says the ladies will all be wearing whistles which they use if anyone steps out of line and causes trouble.

Be warned ... Little Jess says, "We will blow the whistles three times to indicate there is trouble and then our 6-foot all-male security guards will take care of the situation."

It appears Taylor Swift might not be at the Super Bowl after all ... 'cause Travis Kelce just seemed to tell reporters he's unsure if his girlfriend will make it.

The Chiefs star dropped the nugget on media members just minutes ago at a news conference in Las Vegas ... when answering a question about whether or not Swift has given him a championship "pep talk."

Swift's boo explained with a laugh that she hasn't ... telling a crowd full of microphones that she's currently focused on entertaining the masses at her latest "Eras Tour" shows out in Japan.

Then, he added, "The Super Bowl, we'll worry about if she can make it" -- implying that it's nowhere near a foregone conclusion that she'll be in attendance on Sunday when he takes on the 49ers.

Swift, of course, is slated to be in Tokyo performing until Saturday ... but most have thought she'd be able to jet off to Sin City in enough time to catch Kelce's kickoff at Allegiant Stadium.

Clearly, though -- at least in the eyes of Kelce -- that's no sure thing.

It'd obviously be a pretty big blow for Chiefs Kingdom -- she's been at every single one of their playoff games so far this postseason ... and K.C.'s won them all.

Kelce was also unsurprisingly peppered with a few other Swift questions while on the podium Wednesday, and he hilariously said he never would've thought his Swift shoutout on his "New Heights" podcast over the summer would've led to all this.

But, he sure seemed pleased it worked out ... even if she somehow won't be able to join him Sunday.

Parece que Taylor Swift podría no estar en el Super Bowl después de todo, porque Travis Kelce acaba de decirle a los periodistas que no está seguro si su novia podrá llegar

La estrella de los Chiefs dejó caer la pepita hace apenas unos minutos en una conferencia de prensa en Las Vegas al responder a una pregunta acerca de si Taylor le había dado ánimos antes del juego.

Swift está en estos momentos deslumbrando a todo el mundo en Japón, ya que está en pleno "Eras Tour".

Luego agregó: "Es el Super Bowl, nos preocupa si logrará llegar". Estamos cruzando los dedos para que Taylor pueda ver el domingo el juego contra los 49ers.

Swift, por supuesto, tiene programado estar en Tokio hasta el sábado, pero la mayoría cree que sería capaz de volar a la Ciudad del Pecado para ver el saque inicial de Kelce en el Estadio Allegiant.

Sin embargo -al menos para Kelce- eso no es seguro.

Obviamente, esto sería un gran golpe para los Chiefs, ella ha estado en cada uno de sus partidos de playoffs en lo que va de la postemporada y los Chiefs los han ganado todos.

Kelce también fue acribillado con más preguntas sobre Swift, mientras que el miércoles dijo hilarantemente que nunca habría pensado que hablar de Swift en su pódcast "New Heights" en el verano habría llevado a todo esto.