Robert Downey Jr. Doom but No Gloom!!! I'm In New 'Avengers' Flick

Robert Downey Jr. stunned fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe when it was announced Saturday that he would play Doctor Doom in a new 'Avengers' film – and the big reveal was done in classic comic book fashion!

The legendary actor showed up as the infamous supervillain in a green costume with a mask over his face at the 2024 San Diego Comic-Con Saturday night. The packed audience had no idea Robert was behind the silver mask as he stood front and center onstage before other hooded figures.

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Check out the video ... Robert suddenly ripped off his mask and spread his arms like wings while triumphantly staring into the crowd. The fans went totally nuts, cheering and clapping and shooting cell phone footage of the incredible moment.

Ariana, Tom, Snoop and More We're All About Olympics Women's Gymnastics!!!

The Olympics may be struggling with Olympics fans venturing to Paris because it's so insanely expensive ... but for celebs where money is no object, they turned out in force.

Tom Cruise, Jessica Chastain and Ariana Grande were among the stars who hit up the women's gymnastics venue -- the artistic gymnastics qualifications.

Ariana was flanked by her bro, Frankie and her "Wicked" co-star Cynthia Erivo.

TMZ TV Hot Takes Justin's Lawyer On His DWI ... Lohan, Jamie Lee

Justin Timberlake's lawyer is blasting his DWI arrest, Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are reuniting and Ronda Rousey is expecting ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

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First up on "TMZ Live," Harvey and Charles break down the legal defense being offered up by Justin's lawyer ... who says the singer was NOT drunk when he was arrested in New York for DWI.

Channing Tatum Dance Moves Ain't Hollywood Magic ... 'Magic Mike Live' Performance!!!

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Channing Tatum's already finished off his 'Last Dance' as Magic Mike in last year's trilogy-completer ... but, every dancer loves an encore -- and CT just gave his in Las Vegas.

The actor took the SAHARA Las Vegas stage Friday night where "Magic Mike Lives" gets fans hot and bothered five days a week in Sin City ... joining the crew for their encore.

Check out the clip ... there are a ton of sweaty, shirtless men onstage -- having a heck of a good time, bouncing around and shaking it for the dudes and ladies in the crowd.

'COCAINE SHARK' CREATOR Brazil's Real Life 'Jaws' On Blow ... Best Movie Promo Ever!!!

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The people behind "Cocaine Shark" are totally amused by news of real-world sharks testing positive for coke, telling TMZ it's a case of life imitating art ... and art imitating life.

Filmmaker Bret McCormick says the bizarre news about some sharks in Brazil is great for him 'cause all those concerned about drug contamination in the waters will be curious to see if his film offers any solutions for a potential real-life crisis.

Translation: Bad PR for sharks is great publicity for him!

TMZ TV HOT TAKES J.D. Defends Cat Comments ... Oprah, Gayle

J.D. Vance is defending his comments on Kamala Harris, Oprah and Gayle King are clearing up their relationship and Travis Kelce is blessing a fan ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

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First up on "TMZ Live," Harvey and Charles break down Donald Trump running mate's defense of his controversial "childless cat ladies" remark.

'80s Icon Angelyne Peacock Series Got My Panties in a Wad Buy 'Em to Pay for My🎥!!!

Angelyne's still trying to get a filmed version of her story out into the world -- now resorting to raising cash any way she can ... yeah, fans with an underwear fetish are gonna like this.

TMZ has learned the '80s icon -- who rose to fame with a series of memorable billboards in and around the L.A. area -- is selling her used panties on the popular selling site 32 Auctions ... putting her unmentionables on the market for anyone willing to pay for 'em.

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32 Auctions has 7 pairs of Angelyne's undies ... with starting bids at $375 a pop -- with a $750 "buy now" button for anyone who worries other creeps are ready to snatch up this NSFW memorabilia.

'Deadpool & Wolverine' CAMEO STARS Pop Up AT COMIC-CON ... MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD!!!

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Comic-Con fans at the "Deadpool & Wolverine" panel this week got way more than they bargained for when all the movie’s cameo stars crashed the stage ... spoilers ahead, y'all.

It all kicked off Thursday in Hall H down in San Diego -- with Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Emma Corrin, director Shawn Levy, and Marvel honcho Kevin Feige treating the audience to the movie's screening Thursday ... before RR upped the ante by bringing out the movie’s guest stars together in one place for the first time, which we have on video.

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We said it once, but we'll repeat it here again ... DO NOT KEEP READING IF YOU DON'T WANNA KNOW! Good? Okay, good ... let's proceed.

2024 San Diego Comic-Con Suit Up for Best Cosplays!!

Comic-Con is in full swing in San Diego, and the cosplay game is on fire! From "Diablo 4"'s Lilith to Orin the Red ... attendees are bringing their A-game with their epic looks.

Check out the pics ... we've got everything from Elphaba from "Wicked" and Professor Garlick from "Harry Potter" to Springtrap from "Five Nights at Freddy’s."

Whoever said playing dress-up can't be glamorous was clearly wrong -- because these mega fans look great! Check out this fem Captain America outfit ... definitely a super-powered dose of style, not to mention the other costumes.

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized ... Covid, Double Pneumonia

Harvey Weinstein is battling a slew of health issues from a prison hospital ... including the coronavirus and pneumonia.

Weinstein has been transferred to Bellevue Hospital Prison Ward in Manhattan, where he's being treated for diabetes, high blood pressure, spinal stenosis and other conditions ... his rep, Juda Engelmayer, confirmed to TMZ.

Weinstein's camp says he's also tested positive for COVID-19 and double pneumonia. The health update was first reported Thursday by NBC News.

Lindsay Lohan & Jamie Lee Curtis Go Top Down to Whip Around Block ... 'Freaky' Sequel Scene

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Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are getting freaky in a cherry red convertible, and if that kinda thing gets you all revved up ... you're probably a big ol' "Freaky Friday" fan excited about the sequel.

The dynamic duo filmed a scene Thursday for the long-anticipated "Freaky Friday 2" in Downtown L.A. -- hopping in a stylish muscle car and speedily pulling away during multiple takes in the hot summer sun.

Check out the clips we got showing Lindsay riding shotgun while Jamie's behind the wheel, going from 0 to ... well, probably only about 35 mph, but she does lay down some rubber!

Cindy Crawford Austin Butler Still Has Elvis Accent ... Thank You Very Much

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Austin Butler's still sounding like Elvis Presley two years after the movie's release, and it's just a part of him now ... so says supermodel Cindy Crawford.

Cindy -- whose daughter Kaia Gerber is in a relationship with the Golden Globe winner -- talked about Butler's learned Southern Twang during Wednesday night's "Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen" ... saying she had no idea the dude was from Anaheim!

Cindy says she thinks Austin spent so long mimicking Elvis, he absorbed the accent ... and, now it's just a part of him.

Tyler Perry 'Highbrow Negro' Critiques Are 'Bull***t!!!'

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Tyler Perry's not letting anyone tell him which stories matter ... firing off a few shots at "highbrow negroes" ... who think only certain Black stories should be told.

The actor/director chatted with Keke Palmer on her podcast Wednesday about staying true to his authentic voice ... while critics regularly fire off about his modes of storytelling -- specifically, the characters he uses to tell his stories.

TP says he feels God's put him in the place he's at to tell stories ... and, anyone who lets the haters talk them out of that place will wake up in hell.

HUGH JACKMAN I Just Can't Get Enough of Me!!! Snaps Selfie in Front of 'Deadpool' Billboard

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Hugh Jackman looked like a typical Hollywood tourist Wednesday, snapping pics on the famed Sunset Strip ... the difference is, he was shooting a billboard with his mug plastered over it!

The Aussie actor was having a blast with his own hype ... jumping out of an SUV on Sunset as his bodyguard snapped pics of him in front of a giant "Deadpool & Wolverine" billboard.

Hugh shared a pic from his photo shoot on his IG ... so if you missed seeing him IRL, you can still check out his fun moment. And yes, we know ... this was intentional promotion for the flick.

Jennifer Aniston Hey J.D., Cat Got Your Tongue?!

Jennifer Aniston ain't no fan of J.D. Vance or his remarks about childless cat ladies and In Vitro Fertilization.

The actress took to her Instagram Story on Wednesday and blasted Donald Trump's VP pick for past comments he made about women, including Kamala Harris.

First, Jen wrote she couldn't believe Vance would say such things about women, while posting a snapshot of J.D. being interviewed by former Fox News host Tucker Carlson in 2021.

TMZ TV HOT TAKES TRUMP SHOOTER SEARCHED JFK ASSASSINATION ... Halle Berry, WNBA Stars

The Trump shooter looked up a famous assassination before his would-be attempt, Halle Berry is celebrating her "Catwoman" anniversary, and a couple WNBA rookies are boosting merchandise sales ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.

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First up on "TMZ Live" Harvey and Charles explain the recent revelation from the FBI director ... who says Thomas Matthew Crooks googled the JFK assassination details before trying to kill Donald Trump.