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Sofia Jamora Breaks Silence On Jaxson Hayes Incident ... Encourages Victims To Speak Out
Sofia Jamora is opening up on the abuse she says she suffered at the hands of Jaxson Hayes ... just over a week after TMZ Sports published video showing the Lakers center pushing and spitting on the popular model.
"I want to thank everyone for all of your love, support, and kind messages. I am so touched, moved, and motivated by all of you. Your words have warmed my heart and made me feel seen in a way I never imagined. As a survivor of domestic violence, I wanted to share that you are not alone," 27-year-old Jamora wrote on Instagram Monday morning.
"I loved someone I trusted with my safety and well-being. Going through that experience was difficult, but every day now, I feel grateful simply to be here, healing and reclaiming my life. If you are struggling with abuse, please know that you don't have to go through it by yourself -- find someone you trust, a loved one, a counselor, or even your local authorities. There is help out there, and there is hope."
Jack Del Rio Busted For OWI ... Allegedly Hit Street Sign
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11:11 AM PT -- Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell just announced Jack Del Rio has resigned from his position on the Badgers' staff following his arrest.
Here’s Fickell’s opening statement on Del Rio. pic.twitter.com/FwfKD6VDF3
— Anderley Penwell (@anderleytv) November 11, 2024 @anderleytv
"It's a tough situation," Fickell said, "decisions that all of us have to be able to take full responsibility for. So that's what Jack will do and we'll continue to move forward."
Ex-NFL head coach and current Wisconsin football adviser Jack Del Rio was busted for driving while intoxicated in Madison ... after cops say his car drove into a street sign and fence.
61-year-old Del Rio -- who joined the Badgers' staff under Luke Fickell in August -- was arrested after officers were called to the scene around 12:35 AM on Friday.
Madison PD tells TMZ Sports -- a vehicle hit a street marker, broke a fence and came to rest in a yard ... and witnesses directed cops to a man who was walking away from the area.
Michael Strahan Anthem Stance Sparks Uproar ... 'Very Disrespectful'
Michael Strahan has found himself in the crosshairs of a bunch pissed off people who say his stance during a national anthem on Sunday was "disrespectful."
Strahan's controversial posture happened as the Hall of Famer and his "NFL on Fox" crew were at Naval Base San Diego for a special Veterans Day broadcast.
The 🐐 @TomBrady joins our show at Naval Base San Diego! pic.twitter.com/j16V3QfWoT
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) November 10, 2024 @NFLonFOX
As part of their hours-long salute to service ahead of a full slate of NFL games -- he, Howie Long, Jay Glazer, Curt Menefee, Terry Bradshaw, Jimmie Johnson and Rob Gronkowski stood side by side for a rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner.
LeBron James Shouts Out Fan ... He Helped Me Get Triple-Double!!!
LeBron James has recorded 144 triple-doubles in his 22-year career ... but his most recent one came with a massive assist from a fan in the stands -- 'cause the G.O.A.T. admitted the spectator played a role in securing the stacked stat line.
With under two minutes remaining in Sunday's contest against the Toronto Raptors, James picked up rebound No. 10 on the night -- which officially put him at the triple-double mark. After he grabbed the board, the King pointed into the crowd before taking the ball up the court.
— Oh Yes I did (@OhYesIdid24) November 11, 2024 @OhYesIdid24
In his postgame interview, a reporter asked him about the moment ... and he explained somebody was shouting for him to grab one more rebound -- which caught his attention.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Admits Peeing in Bottles on Set ... 'Yeah, That Happens'
Action star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is coming clean about some recent reports of his behavior on set ... admitting to his method of taking care of emergency business when nature calls -- but denying he's costing production millions of dollars in downtime.
In a new interview with GQ, DJ responds to a rumor going around Hollywood prompted by an article earlier this year, alleging he was so late so often on the set of an upcoming movie that he cost the production exorbitant sums of money -- and also, that he urinates in bottles on set.
The Wrap reported in April Johnson was so regularly tardy during production of "Red One" -- an upcoming Christmas flick in which he plays Santa Claus' bodyguard -- sometimes by as much as 8 hours, that it added to a $250 million production cost and irritated his castmates. The report also alleges he pees in bottles to save time.
MLB's Wander Franco Arrested In Dominican Republic ... After Alleged Parking Lot Altercation
Tampa Bay Rays star Wander Franco has found himself in even more trouble -- the shortstop was reportedly arrested in the Dominican Republic on Monday ... after an altercation in an apartment complex parking lot.
The alleged incident took place in San Juan de la Maguana on Sunday ... and according to ESPN, guns were drawn during the dispute.
Purported footage of the altercation is circulating on social media showing a woman screaming, people running and an unidentified man holding a gun ... although it is unconfirmed if it is in relation to the Franco incident.
Jordan Chiles Cries Over Fight For Bronze Medal We Did Everything Right!!!
Jordan Chiles' fight to keep her Olympic bronze is far from over ... with the Team USA star breaking down in tears over the controversy -- saying the medal is rightfully hers.
The 23-year-old was deeply emotional in an interview with Hoda Kotb on "Today" ... revisiting how officials claimed her coach's appeal was submitted four seconds late, despite footage appearing to show otherwise.
Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu was reinstated to third place and awarded the bronze medal ... and even though four months have passed, the matter is clearly still affecting Chiles.
Jason Kelce All Smiles In L.A. ... Parties With Eagles Fans During Dallas Romp
Jason Kelce's trip to Los Angeles is going a helluva lot better than his most recent one to Happy Valley ... he was spotted out in the City of Angels on Sunday celebrating the Eagles' win -- and didn't appear to have one single issue with fans.
The former Philadelphia offensive lineman was seen at a couple watering holes on the westside of L.A. ... helping bartenders pass out drinks while also cheering on his ex-team as it blasted the Cowboys in Dallas.
Jason got outta the house to watch the Birds beat the Cowboys 😅
— New Heights (@newheightshow) November 11, 2024 @newheightshow
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Throughout the afternoon, he interacted with several people ... and every encounter appeared to be nothing but pleasant.
Nick Bosa Pays Homage To Trump W/ Dance ... President-Elect Praises 49ers Star!
Nick Bosa channeled his inner Donald Trump during the 49er's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ... hitting soon-to-be number 47's signature dance move after picking up a sack, and the President-Elect loved it!
The 27-year-old 49ers star pass rusher celebrated his sack of Baker Mayfield with DJT's favorite dance move (ya know, the one he does during "YMCA"!) ... just two weeks after he wore a "Make America Great Again" hat while photobombing a live post-game interview on NBC.
NICK BOSA pic.twitter.com/HUmywMoGyC
— 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙎𝙁𝙉𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨 (@TheSFNiners) November 10, 2024 @TheSFNiners
Well, the celly caught the eye of President Trump ... who praised the Pro Bowler on Truth Social.
Taylor Swift Hey Security, Give the Paps a Break!!!
Taylor Swift gave security at Arrowhead Stadium a crash course in good manners on Sunday, telling one guard to speak a little nicer to the paparazzi.
The pop superstar arrived at the stadium in Kansas City to watch her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his K.C. Chiefs battle the Denver Broncos on the field — but Taylor had her own itty-bitty skirmish behind the scenes before the kickoff.
Volume up 🥹
— Sports Radio 810 WHB (@SportsRadio810) November 10, 2024 @SportsRadio810
Taylor Swift is one sweet girl! We love having her as a part of #ChiefsKingdom pic.twitter.com/yk5oMLzEAT
Check out the video ... Taylor was being chauffeured in a golf cart through the arena with her mom and dad -- Andrea and Scott.
Deontay Wilder On Super Fight W/ Ngannou Let's Talk!!!
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It seems a Deontay Wilder vs. Francis Ngannou super fight might actually happen ... 'cause the Bronze Bomber tells TMZ Sports he's down to begin negotiations now!
Ngannou, of course, said just a couple weeks ago he was hoping to get in the boxing ring with Wilder soon ... and, when we caught up with DW out at LAX this week, he seemed very open to the idea.
In fact, he told us he wants to get Ngannou's team on the phone and begin talks ASAP!
Diddy Baby Mother, Son Supporting Daughters ... Cheer on Cheerleaders at High School Football Game
Diddy's family is remaining committed to one another while the music superproducer is locked up ... with his baby mother Dana Tran, his daughter Love and his son Christian showing support to Diddy's twin daughters, Jessie and D'Lila.
Tran brought two-year-old Love to the game Friday night ... with the baby girl outfitted in a blue varsity jacket bearing her name and her birth year -- '22. Love's already camera-ready, pointing at the photogs at the game.
Dana's got her own varsity jacket -- a forest green one -- on ... and, she flashed a smile too-- keeping her spirits up while the father of her daughter deals with his legal troubles.
Rob Gronkowski Former Patriot Hangs w/ Real Ones ... Jumps out of Helicopter to Highlight Military!!!
Rob Gronkowski's looks like he's ready if Tom Cruise wants to do a third 'Top Gun' film all about helicopter pilots ... 'cause he just jumped out of an airplane on live TV to honor vets.
The former tight end was commentating on "Fox NFL Sunday" as he always does ... but, he decided to change it up a little in honor of Veteran's Day tomorrow -- throwing on a wet suit and flippers and throwing himself out of a helicopter.
Watch the video ... a real Navy enlistee jumps out of the plane first to show Rob how it's done -- before he leaps and lands in the water. It's only about 20-25 feet in the air, but, as one of the guys on the broadcast points out, that's higher than most people want to jump from.
Taylor Swift All Business in K.C. ... Blazer-Skirt Combo at Chiefs Game!!!
Taylor Swift's ready to watch her man take care of business against the Denver Broncos ... pulling up to his Sunday afternoon game in K.C. in a biz-casual ensemble.
The singer-songwriter rolled into Arrowhead Stadium in a red and black checkered blazer, pulled over a low-cut black top ... with a tiny skirt matching her jacket.
Clearly, she's in her "No-Nonsense Era" ... preparing to watch her boyfriend Travis Kelce's team beat up on their division rival.
'DWTS' Pro Rylee Arnold 'Loving Life' W/ My New Boyfriend ... Gushes Over USC Football Hunk!!!
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Rylee Arnold's relationship with USC football player Walker Lyons is just days old ... but it's clearly going well -- as she tells TMZ Sports she's "loving life" with her new man!!
Arnold and Lyons went Instagram official shortly after the "Dancing With The Stars" pro caught one of his Trojans games last month ... and it's apparently been smooth sailing ever since -- as Arnold was nothing but smiles when talking about the guy this week.
While out running errands in Beverly Hills, Arnold told us she's "super happy" with her tight-end love interest ... and called their dynamic "really fun."
Stephon Marbury Knicks Can Win Title With This Roster ... But More Pieces Welcome!!!
Ex-NBA star Stephon Marbury believes his New York Knicks are in a position to win a championship right now ... but tells TMZ Sports he wouldn't mind adding a few more key players along the way.
We caught up with Starbury out in NYC this week ... and had to ask about all the speculation surrounding his former team's interest in acquiring two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.
While Marbury didn't really weigh in on Giannis specifically, he did say he'd hold the door open for any major talent ... as long as they mesh with the other guys on the current roster.