OSCAR PISTORIUS GRANTED PAROLE! ... Freedom After Killing GF
Oscar Pistorius will soon be a free man ... after being granted parole 2 years earlier than expected for the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, in 2013.
Oscar Pistorius Released from Prison After Serving 9 Years For Murder
The ex-Olympic sprinter and convicted killer was sentenced to 13 years and five months in 2016 for shooting and murdering the 29-year-old -- but after winning his parole board hearing Friday, the Department of Correctional Services in South Africa has granted him parole, effective January 5, 2024.
The terms of his parole state he'll stay and live in the area of Pretoria ... requiring permission from authorities to leave.
He'll also have to join a court-ordered anger management program and do community service -- and the parole conditions will remain in place for 5 years.
Reeva's devasted mother, June Steenkamp, didn't attend the hearing ... saying she "cannot muster the energy to face him again at this stage" .. though she was present at his first request for early release in March, which was denied.
According to Sky News, Steenkamp's mom told reporters outside of the venue at the time she believed he wasn't remorseful and belonged behind bars.
On his end, Pistorius, a double-amputee nicknamed "Blade Runner," has repeatedly claimed he never meant to shoot his partner ... saying he thought she was an intruder.
He was ultimately convicted of culpable homicide, effectively manslaughter, a charge that was later upgraded to murder.
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Asesinato de JFK Cuero manchado con sangre de la limosina se vendió en 46.000 dólares
John F. Kennedy fue asesinado hace 60 años, e incluso con todos los años que han pasado la gente sigue fascinada por la historia y algunos están dispuestos a pagar mucho dinero por algunos recuerdos morbosos del suceso.
Algunos objetos relacionados con el caso salieron recientemente a subasta a través de RR Auction, y un puñado de ellos se vendieron por mucho dinero, estamos hablando de cinco cifras. Un objeto en particular se vendió por mucho e incluía muestras de cuero manchado con sangre de la limusina de JFK.
De hecho, dos grandes parches que fueron cortados directamente desde el interior del carro donde fue baleado el presidente Kennedy, y que estaban cubiertos de sus fluidos corporales, terminó vendiéndose por una tonelada de dinero. La cantidad final... ¡46.865 dólares!
Hubo otros recuerdos que se fueron por una buena suma, como el revólver de propiedad personal de Lee Harvey Oswald ($31k) e incluso la bala con que Jack Ruby le disparó a Lee Harvey Oswald ($18k).
También se subastaron objetos un poco más extravagantes, como por ejemplo, una sección de la valla que estaba alineada con el infame montículo de hierba que ha estado en el centro de las teorías conspirativas del asesinato de JFK... y estos viejos palos alcanzaron la suculenta suma de $13.740.
Otro punto a destacar, el recibo de la llamada telefónica de Oswald desde la cárcel de Dallas que ocurrió después del suceso. Este muestra que trató de llamar a un abogado en Nueva York, con el que nunca pudo contactarse. Luego, recibió un disparo y murió.
El archivo del caso sigue dando, y no faltan los fanáticos obsesionados con todas las cosas de JFK. Nos queda claro con estos precios de venta.
JFk Assassination Bloody Limo Leather Sells for $46,000
John F. Kennedy was assassinated 60 years ago, and even all these years later -- folks are fascinated by the story ... and some are willing to pay big bucks for morbid memorabilia.
Some items tied to the case recently hit the auction block through RR Auction, and a handful of 'em went for a pretty penny -- we're talking five figures here. One particular JFK collectible that sold for a helluva lot included swatches of bloodstained leather ... from the limo.
Indeed ... 2 large patches that were cut straight from inside the car where President Kennedy was shot -- and which were covered in his bodily fluids -- ended up going for a ton of dough. The final amount ... $46,865!
There were other keepsakes that went for a high dollar amount ... like Lee Harvey Oswald's personally-owned revolver ($31k) and even the bullet Jack Ruby fired at LHO ($18k).
Some other standouts, however, are a little quirkier -- such as a section of the picket fence that was lining the infamous grassy knoll that's been at the center of JFK assassination conspiracy theories for years ... and these old sticks fetched a whopping $13,740.
Another highlight ... Oswald's jail phone call receipt from the Dallas jail he was held at in the aftermath. It shows he he was trying to call an attorney in New York, but was never able to reach him -- something he actually paid for before getting shot and killed.
It's the case file that keeps on giving ... and there's no shortage of super fans obsessed with all things JFK. That much is clear with these final sales prices.
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TikTok Star Cooper Noriega Alleged Drug Dealers Arrested In Connection With Fatal OD
The people who allegedly supplied TikTok star Cooper Noriega with the illicit drugs that caused his fatal overdose have been arrested in connection with his death.
The feds say a California man who allegedly ran a drug trafficking operation providing same-day delivery of cocaine and fentanyl-laced pills has been arrested and arraigned on federal narcotics charges ... and he's accused of supplying the drugs in a fatal fentanyl overdose.
Prosecutors say the victim at the heart of the case is "C.N." and Cooper's dad says the victim is Cooper.
Prosecutors say Erick Oved Estrada ran an illegal drug operation out of his Calabasas home ... with one of his associates delivering fentanyl-laced oxycodone to C.N., which ultimately caused a fatal overdose.
TMZ broke the story ... back in June, Cooper was found dead in a mall parking lot outside Los Angeles. Subsequent reports revealed he died from an accidental drug overdose.
The feds say Estrada sold fentanyl-laced pills to Arian Alani ... and Alani sold them to C.N., who ingested them and died of an OD.
Prosecutors allege Alani texted Estrada, "my boy just died yesterday," in reference to C.N. ... and that Estrada "shouldn't be selling (expletive) with fentanyl."
The feds say Estrada and Alani are each charged with one count of distribution of fentanyl resulting in death, among other charges.
Cooper's dad, Harold Noriega, says in a statement he's grateful a law enforcement investigation led to arrests and charges and the "family is very happy" with the result.
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Estrella de TikTok Detienen a presuntos traficantes relacionados con fatal sobredosis
Las personas que presuntamente le suministraron las drogas ilícitas a la estrella de TikTok Cooper Noriega, que luego causaron su sobredosis fatal, han sido arrestadas.
Los federales dicen que un hombre de California que supuestamente dirigía una operación de tráfico de drogas y proporcionaba entregas de cocaína y píldoras de fentanilo el mismo día fue arrestado y procesado por cargos federales de narcóticos y está acusado de haberle suministrado las drogas que le causaron una sobredosis fatal de fentanilo.
Los fiscales dicen que la víctima en el centro del caso es "C.N.". El padre de Cooper dice que la víctima es Cooper.
Los fiscales dicen que Erick Oved Estrada tenía una operación ilegal de drogas afuera de su casa en Calabasas, y uno de sus socios fue el que le entregó oxicodona con fentanilo a C.N., que en última instancia causó una sobredosis.
TMZ fue el primero en informar la noticia, en junio, Cooper fue encontrado sin vida en un estacionamiento de un centro comercial afuera de Los Ángeles. Los informes posteriores revelaron que murió de una sobredosis accidental de drogas.
Los federales dicen que Estrada le vendió píldoras con fentanilo a Arian Alani, y este se las vendió a C.N., quien las ingirió y murió de una sobredosis.
Los fiscales alegan que Alani envió un mensaje de texto a Estrada diciendo, "mi chico acaba de morir ayer", en referencia a C.N. y que Estrada "no debería estar vendiendo (improperios) con fentanilo".
Los federales dicen que Estrada y Alani están acusados cada uno de un cargo de distribución de fentanilo con resultado de muerte, entre otros cargos.
El padre de Cooper, Harold Noriega, dice en un comunicado que está agradecido de que la investigación policial condujera a arrestos y cargos y que la "familia está muy feliz" con el resultado.
Taylor Swift Police Launch Investigation ... After Fan Dies at Rio Concert
Police in Brazil have reportedly opened a probe into the organizers of last Friday’s oppressively hot Taylor Swift concert that left one fan dead and the pop star gasping for air.
A rep for Rio de Janeiro’s Civil Police Department said they launched an investigation into Time4Fun, the company that arranged the event at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos on November 17, according to NBC News.
Investigators from the consumer delegations department are specifically looking into whether Time4Fun committed the “crime of endangering the life and health” of the show’s attendees, the spokesperson said. The rep added that company execs will also be called to testify.
As you know, Ana Clara Benevides Machado fell unconscious before Taylor hit the stage during the record-breaking heat that night.
Ana later passed away at a hospital, and prosecutors announced they would investigate her cause of death, which has not been disclosed.
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As for Taylor, she was filmed seemingly struggling to breathe onstage during her performance. Fans took to social media and expressed their concern for her well-being.
They also demanded Time4Fun supply more water to fans at Taylor’s next 2 shows in Rio, although one was subsequently postponed due to the heat.
On Thursday, company execs issued a statement, apologizing to concertgoers and admitting they had made mistakes, saying they “did not economize in our efforts or resources to follow the best global practices in our industry to guarantee the comfort and safety of all.”
The company previously released a statement addressing fans’ concerns over the lack of water, promising to provide more H20 at Taylor’s two specified concerts.
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Rainbow Bridge Crash New Video Shows Bentley Airborne, Crashing, Exploding
New video has surfaced of the horrific car crash at the U.S.-Canadian border that left 2 people dead and authorities scrambling for answers.
The video provides a clearer look at the Bentley that went airborne ... then crashed and exploded into a guard post at the border, killing both occupants inside -- a husband and wife.
The car was traveling at an extremely high rate of speed ... and it's unclear why. There have been reports the driver may have suffered a medical emergency.
The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol released the video. The Agency is investigating the crash, to determine if it was accidental or intentional.
The Bentley crashed on the U.S. side of the bridge crossing. The couple was on their way to the KISS concert in Toronto, but when that concert was canceled they decided to go to a casino instead.
NY Gov Kathy Hochul said Wednesday there's no indication this was a terrorist attack. The U.S. Attorney for NY doubled down, saying the prelim investigation shows terrorism was not involved.
Henry Ruggs Getting Thanksgiving Meal In Prison ... Turkey, Potatoes & Pie
Henry Ruggs will be able to have a Thanksgiving meal during his first major holiday behind bars if he wants it ... 'cause TMZ Sports has learned the ex-NFL star is being offered a full turkey dinner in prison Thursday.
A spokesperson for the Nevada Department of Corrections tells us ... inmates throughout the state -- including Ruggs -- will be offered roast turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing and more in celebration of the November holiday.
No out-of-the-ordinary activities, however, will be offered.
"Normal operations and special meal," the spokesperson said.
Thanksgiving will be the first big holiday for Ruggs since he was sentenced to prison back in August over the 2021 car crash that resulted in the death of 23-year-old Tina Tintor and her dog.
Ruggs, who will turn 25 years old in January, will have to spend at least two more Thanksgivings in a cell as part of his sentencing ... as the former Las Vegas Raiders player was ordered to spend 3-to-10 years behind bars after cutting a deal with prosecutors in the case.
For his part, Ruggs took responsibility at the sentencing hearing three months ago ... apologizing to the Tintor family -- before adding there was "no excuse" for his actions.
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EL RAPERO ISRAELÍ-ESTADOUNIDENSE KOSHA DILLZ HABLA SOBRE EL CONFLICTO "¡Muestra empatía!"
El rapero israelí-estadounidense Kosha Dillz ha instado a tomar una posición pública sobre el conflicto Israel-Palestina a mostrar empatía por los que sufren... israelíes, palestinos, judíos y musulmanes.
Kosha le dice a TMZ que el hecho de que Susan Sarandon y la estrella de "Scream" Melissa Barrera hayan perdido sus trabajos en Hollywood como consecuencia de hablar sobre la agitación no es nada en comparación a los directamente afectados por la guerra.
Como informamos, Melissa se unió a Susan como la última víctima de Hollywood, siendo expulsada de "Scream VII" después de compartir declaraciones polémicas, incluyendo una historia de instagram donde aparentemente aludió a un video de larga data sobre los judíos que controlan los medios de comunicación.
Según los ejemplos de famosos, Kosha añade: "Esto demuestra que algunas de las personas que dicen cosas no tienen ninguna piel en el conflicto ... porque sienten la necesidad de decir algo, pero no están directamente involucrados".
Sin embargo, Kosha señala que la sociedad ha hecho aceptable que la gente alabe a la organización terrorista Hamás como "luchadores por la libertad", añadiendo que le sorprendieron las opiniones de las personas a las que entrevistó tanto en mítines pro-Israel como pro-Palestina.
Conoció a alguien que en realidad era de Gaza, elogiándolo como la "persona más amable" que había encontrado.
"Necesitamos una voz para los sin voz, pero no todas las voces son para los sin voz", afirma.
Kosha utiliza regularmente su plataforma para destacar historias de guerra, denunciando el antisemitismo y pidiendo el regreso de los rehenes en su single "Bring The Family Home", lanzado días después de los ataques de Hamás contra Israel.
ISRAELI-AMERICAN RAPPER KOSHA DILLZ SPEAKS ON CONFLICT ... 'Show Empathy, You're Not Directly Affected!'
Israeli-American rapper Kosha Dillz has urged those determined to take a public stand on the Israel-Palestine conflict to show empathy for those suffering -- namely, Israelis, Palestinians, Jews, and Muslims.
Kosha tells TMZ ... Susan Sarandon and "Scream" star Melissa Barrera losing Hollywood gigs as a consequence of speaking out about the turmoil is nothing compared to those directly affected by the war.
As we reported, Melissa joined Susan as the latest Hollywood casualty ... being 86'd from "Scream VII" after sharing controversial statements, including an IG Story where she seemingly alluded to a longstanding trope about Jews controlling the media.
As per the celeb examples ... Kosha adds: "It goes to show some of the people saying things don't have any skin in the conflict ... because they feel the need to say something, but they're not directly involved."
However, Kosha notes that society has made it acceptable for people to praise the terrorist organization Hamas as "freedom fighters," ... adding he was shocked at the opinions of those he interviewed at both pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies.
He met someone who was actually from Gaza ... praising him as the "kindest person" he had encountered.
"We need a voice for the voiceless ... but not all voices are for the voiceless," he says.
Kosha regularly uses his platform to highlight stories from the war ... denouncing antisemitism and calling for the return of hostages in his single, "Bring The Family Home" ... released days after the Hamas attacks on Israel.
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Lil Eazy-E Dad's Street Sign Was Overdue ... Dre & Cube Come Visit Sometime!!!
Lil Eazy-E thinks his father, Eazy-E's street sign in Compton probably should've come a little bit sooner ... but the day is finally here and everybody's celebratin'!!!
TMZ Hip Hop chopped it up with Lil Eazy on Wednesday as "Eazy Street" became the newest official order in Hub City. LE revealed he's got big plans for the estate in the future ... including some collab with AI.
The AI idea is just one of the visions Eazy says he's floating to honor his famous father's legacy ... AI tools could prove useful in completing some of the unreleased tracks.
Big Eazy died in 1995 but many of his friends and family were still around to support the street sign ... Alonzo Williams the DJ/club owner who helped launch everyone's career, several of his children -- even his mother pulled up to see her son's tribute.
Also present was original N.W.A. member DJ Yella but the other surviving members Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and MC Ren were noticeably absent but Lil Eazy says he's not surprised.
Lil Eazy says Yella was the only one who showed up to the "Boyz-N-The-Hood" rapper's funeral back in the day so he doesn't expect much change-up ... but does say they need to pay a visit to Momma Eazy for holding them down during the early days.
Next up, Lil Eazy says he plans on making a movie about his dad, which he'll direct ... but it sounds like he's coming for that Walk Of Fame spot first -- which he also says is long overdue.
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Celeb Chef Michael Chiarello DIED FROM ALLERGIC REACTION ... Says Coroner
Michael Chiarello, a celebrity chef, died from an allergic reaction that set off a fatal chain of events ... this according to the coroner.
The former "Food Network" star's official cause of death is an allergic reaction resulting in anaphylactic shock, leading to a heart attack ... the coroner in Napa County tells TMZ.
We're told Michael's allergic reaction sent him to a hospital, where he was brought back to life only to later die of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy -- a brain dysfunction caused by a lack of oxygen and blood flow.
The coroner also tells us recent cocaine use was another "significant condition" noted in the final findings on Chiarello's death ... but we're told although cocaine was in his system, he did NOT die from a drug overdose.
As we reported ... Michael died Oct. 7 at Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa, where he was hospitalized due to an allergic reaction.
It's still unclear if Michael's fatal allergic reaction was food-related, or what it stemmed from.
Michael had a long run on TV, with his show "Easy Entertaining With Michael Chiarello" airing for 10 seasons on Food Network.
The star chef was also featured on hit series like "Chopped," "The Next Iron Chef" and "Top Chef."
He was 61.
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Célebre chef Michael Chiarello Murió por una reacción alérgica ... Dice el forense
Michael Chiarello, un connotado chef de celebridades, murió de una reacción alérgica que desencadenó una cadena fatal de eventos, según explica el forense.
La causa oficial de muerte de la ex estrella de "Food Network" fue una reacción alérgica que resultó en un shock anafiláctico, lo que le produjo un ataque al corazón, dice el médico forense del condado de Napa a TMZ.
Nos dicen que Michael fue llevado a un hospital tras la reacción alérgica, donde lograron revivirlo solo para morir más tarde de encefalopatía hipóxico-isquémica, una disfunción cerebral causada por la falta de oxígeno y flujo sanguíneo.
El forense también dice que el consumo reciente de cocaína fue otra "condición significativa" de la que repararon en las conclusiones finales sobre la muerte de Chiarello. Pero nos dicen que aunque la cocaína estaba en su sistema, no murió de una sobredosis de drogas.
Como hemos informado, Michael murió el 7 de octubre en el Queen of the Valley Medical Center en Napa, donde fue hospitalizado debido a una reacción alérgica.
Todavía no está claro si la reacción alérgica que produjo la muerte de Michael estaba relacionada con la comida o lo que se derivó de ella.
Michael tuvo una larga carrera en televisión, con su programa "Easy Entertaining With Michael Chiarello" emitido durante 10 temporadas en Food Network.
El chef estrella también participó en exitosas series como "Chopped", "The Next Iron Chef" y "Top Chef".
Tenía 61 años.
NFL Teams Set To Wear John Madden Patch ... For Thanksgiving Games
John Madden sadly isn't around to enjoy Thanksgiving games anymore ... but the NFL is still making sure his presence is felt on the holiday nonetheless, revealing this week teams will wear patches honoring the football legend throughout the day.
The Detroit Lions showed what their jersey adornments will look like in a post on X on Wednesday morning ... and they're pretty awesome.
The black-and-gold emblems feature a silhouette of Madden from his coaching days ... and they'll be displayed prominently on the front of teams' uniforms.
In addition to the Lions, the Packers, Cowboys, Commanders, 49ers and Seahawks are all expected to rock Madden patches as well.
The holiday, of course, was one of Madden's all-time favorites ... as he loved eating turduckens in the broadcast booth as well as handing out pieces of the chicken/duck/turkey combo to star players on the field.
The NFL began honoring Madden on the holiday last year with several cool tributes on gameday ... and it announced this month it will expand on those with the jersey patches as well as a special Madden-themed coin for the games' opening tosses.
As we reported, Madden passed away in 2021 -- just a couple weeks after Thanksgiving. He was 85 years old.
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USHER LLORA DURANTE EL FUNERAL DE SU BATERISTA AARON SPEARS
Usher rompió a llorar mientras se despedía públicamente de su viejo amigo y baterista, Aaron Spears, la vida y la memoria del músico ganador de un Grammy fueron honradas tras su prematura muerte.
Usher llora mientras acredita Aaron como una "fuerza increíble" en la Primera Iglesia Bautista de Glenarden Worship Center la semana pasada en Maryland. También agradeció a su Director Musical Valdez Brantley para introducirlos y reunirlos.
Continuando para limpiar las lágrimas, el rapero de luto añade que Aaron siempre estaría en sus pensamientos y se comprometió a amar a sus miembros de la familia devastada como la suya propia.
A pesar de su dolor, Usher comparte con cariño un vistazo a su amistad con Aaron: "Él me sigue a todas partes, y yo pensaba... Hombre, ¿tú has tomado eso?, ¡hermano eso es cruel! Eres lo peor", dice con un toque de humor.
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Usher, con lágrimas en los ojos, vuelve a ponerse las gafas de sol y termina su elogio reflexionando sobre el inquebrantable aliento de Aaron, diciendo: "Él decía hombre, vas a estar bien... él decía, ¡esta noche va a ser la más increíble de todas!"
Como informamos, la muerte de Aaron fue anunciada por su esposa el 30 de octubre en Instagram, y junto a Usher, Justin Bieber y Ariana Grande hicieron tributos desgarradores.
Aaron tenía 47 años y la causa de su muerte aún se desconoce.
USHER WEEPS DURING DRUMMER AARON SPEARS' FUNERAL
Usher broke down into tears while bidding a public goodbye to his longtime friend and drummer Aaron Spears ... the Grammy-winning musician's life and memory were honored following his untimely death.
Usher weeps while crediting Aaron as an "amazing force" at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden Worship Center last week in Maryland ... also thanking his Musical Director Valdez Brantley for introducing and bringing them together.
Continuing to wipe away tears, the mourning artist adds that Aaron would forever be in his thoughts ... and pledged to love his devastated family members like his own.
Despite his grief, Usher fondly shares a glimpse into his friendship with Aaron ... "He follows me everywhere I go, and I was like, 'Man, you caught that?! ... you cold bro! You the worst'," he says with a touch of humor.
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Tear-stricken Usher props his shades back on ... wrapping up his eulogy by reflecting on Aaron's unwavering encouragement, saying, "He would say man you gonna be alright ... he would say tonight is going to be the most incredible night ever!"
As we reported, Aaron's death was announced by his wife on Oct 30 on IG ... and alongside Usher, the likes of Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande left heartbreaking tributes.
Aaron was 47 ... and his cause of death is still unknown.
