Gene Hackman Heartbreaking Love Letters Found ... My Lovely Girl, Betsy

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Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa were still madly in love right up until their tragic deaths -- a stack of love notes found on their property makes that heartbreakingly clear.

Santa Fe authorities released the touching notes -- in one, Hackman sweetly thanked Betsy, who had been caring for him through his advanced Alzheimer’s, for helping him make her own birthday dinner, and signing it off with, "Love you and the guys, G."

It was clear the pair -- who married in 1991 -- loved the old-school way of showing affection ... with Gene calling Betsy a "lovely girl," and in another note saying he was thinking of her.

The Fast and the Fertile 🏁 World's First Sperm Race Swims Into Action!!! Fight to the Finish

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The world’s first-ever sperm race is officially on -- swimmers are going head-to-head in the name of science … and to spotlight the serious dip in male fertility.

A crew of young moguls and millionaire backers from the startup Sperm Racing have pulled in over $1 million to bring their wild vision to life -- and it’s all going down April 25 at the Hollywood Palladium … with thousands set to watch those lil troopers compete live.

Sperm Racing boss Eric Zhu, a teen tech mogul, hyped up the event in his racing "manifesto," saying ... "Two competitors. Two samples. One microscopic finish line."

Ex-NBA Star Eric Bledsoe Breaks Into Home In Dispute With GF ... Cops Say

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Former NBA star Eric Bledsoe broke into his L.A. home during an argument with his girlfriend this week, law enforcement sources tell TMZ Sports ... and now, it appears he's publicly trying to make amends.

We're told neighbors called the cops regarding a domestic disturbance at Bledsoe's residence ... and when officers arrived, Bledsoe and his girlfriend, Briona Mae, were uncooperative.

Cops investigated the scene and determined an argument took place ... and during the spat, they concluded Bledsoe was locked out of the pad and forced his way back inside on his own.

Wallo267 Saved Suicidal Man From Fatal Jump ... All in a Day's Work!!!

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"Million Dollaz Worth of Game" podcast co-host Wallo267 recently convinced a man NOT to leap to his death from a bridge ... a wild moment that also aligns with his motivational nature.

TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Wallo in Beverly Hills this week and he addressed the incident for the first time publicly!!!

Wallo tells us he had just landed home in Philly, and as he was driving home from the airport he spotted a huge police presence on a bridge.

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Blake Lively A 'Titan' of TIME ... On Magazine's 100 Most Influential People

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Blake Lively has raced passed "influential person" and taken on immortal status ... 'cause TIME just named her a "Titan" on its annual 100 Most Influential People of 2025 list.

The actress was included on the list in the "Titans" category alongside recognizable names like Serena Williams, 'SNL' creator Lorne Michaels, Simone Biles and Mark Zuckerberg, along with a coterie of other famous faces.

The "Titans" category is for people who are leaders in their field and those who have "made a transformative impact on the world." In past years, the honor has been given to big names like Bill Gates, Michelle Obama and George W. Bush.

Ex-MLS Star Aaron Boupendza Dead At 28 ... After Fall From Balcony

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Former MLS star Aaron Boupendza -- who helped FC Cincinnati win the Supporters' Shield in 2023 -- has tragically passed away after falling from a balcony. He was just 28 years old.

The pro footballer, who was playing for Zhejiang FC, died on Wednesday at his apartment building in China.

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Local police have launched an investigation into Boupendza's death, reportedly treating it as "suspicious."

Guess The Topless Celeb In The Sun-Bathing Snap!

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Sun's out, buns out! Can you guess which super sexy social media influencer is pictured here working on her flawless tan?

This lifestyle and entertainment maven is taking care to make sure she doesn't accumulate any pesky bikini-strap tan lines up top, exposing her gorgeous back for maximum solar exposure.

Enthusiastic fans follow this gal's online exploits across the globe ... and there are quite a few followers, with 4.6 million on TikTok and 6.2M on Instagram, for example.

Aaron Donald Gets Restraining Order Against Alleged Stalker

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Former NFL superstar Aaron Donald got a restraining order this week against a woman he says has been harassing, stalking and threatening him and his family for several years.

Donald filed for the TRO in Los Angeles County on Tuesday ... alleging Janelle Anwar has been terrorizing him since 2020.

The ex-Rams defensive tackle insisted in his petition he's never met the woman -- who he believes is between 30 and 40 years old -- but he stated she nonetheless has sent him packages, gifts and messages repeatedly.

Benson Boone Compare Me to Queen's Freddie Mercury??? I'm King of My Own Thing!!!

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Benson Boone is riding the Coachella high -- but he's making it clear to us, despite big-name comparisons, he’s doing it his 100% his way.

We caught up with Benson at The Living Room in Hollywood Monday, where he was still buzzing from his epic festival moment -- and who wouldn’t be?

He says having actual rock music royalty, AKA Brian May, shred the stage with him was insane ... especially as they belted out Queen’s legendary "Bohemian Rhapsody" together.

Sydney Sweeney I'm Finally Getting My Fairy-Tale Wedding👰

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Sydney Sweeney was finally walking down the aisle in full bridal glam, ready to lock in her fairy-tale ending and say "I do"... PSYCH!

Jonathan Davino might wanna shield his eyes real quick -- 'cause his ex-fiancée Sydney was serving ultimate blushing bride vibes on the "Euphoria" S3 set, rocking a jaw-dropping strapless white dress, a classic veil, and killer white heels.

Sydney looked in a great mood, trading in real-life heartbreak for a full-blown "Euphoria" fairy tale -- possibly to marry Nate, AKA Jacob Elordi. It’s giving poetic justice ... because if she didn’t get the wedding IRL, she’s damn well getting one on HBO.

Justin Bieber Coachella Hangover? Nah! Bday Bash for Sexyy Red!!!

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Justin Bieber let loose big time after Coachella, keeping the party rolling and showing no signs of slowing down -- looks like he's living his best life!

Catch the clip -- Justin was in his absolute element ... busting moves, vibing, and flashing that signature grin at Sexyy Red’s 27th birthday bash at The Player’s Club in L.A. on Monday.

JB was serving major style, rocking his signature tiny bucket hat with the rim rolled up, a massive furry coat, and some serious gold bling around his neck.

Khloé Kardashian Lost It On Lamar for Cheating ... Covered Up Bloody Knuckles Next Day!!!

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Khloé Kardashian may seem cool and collected on the outside ... but, even she's lost it a time or two in her life -- admitting she went totally "ballistic" when she found out her ex-husband Lamar Odom was cheating on her when they were married.

The reality television star opened up about the ex-NBA player's unfaithfulness in an interview on "Call Her Daddy" released Wednesday ... specifically detailing when she tracked Lamar and some woman he was with to a motel in Downtown Los Angeles.

Kardashian -- who was married to Odom from 2009 to 2016 -- says she looked through the window when she got there and "saw in the window that him and this girl were ... they were either naked or she was in lingerie, something like that."

Serena Williams Super Bowl Dance Wasn't Drake Shade ... 'Absolutely Not'

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Serena Williams says her now-famous Super Bowl dance was "absolutely not" shade aimed at her ex, Drake.

The tennis legend was adamant during a recent interview with Time that her brief appearance at Kendrick Lamar's halftime show during the Eagles vs. Chiefs championship tilt was merely meant to be a shoutout to her hometown -- and nothing more.

The Compton native insisted she "would never" take a shot at Drake like that ... calling those who thought it was a diss "sad."

Kansas City Police Rogue ATV Rider Mows Down Officer ... Suspect Still at Large

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An ATV driver in Kansas City, Missouri went rogue over the weekend ... running over a KC police officer as they attempted to avoid a tire-deflation device employed by the officer.

The shocking scene was captured on video ... the officer appears to be in direct contact with the ATV, gripping it with both hands -- before it rapidly backs up, forcing the officer to tumble to the ground.

The officer gets back to his feet ... but not for long, as the ATV pops a wheelie and fully runs him over, before fleeing.

Harvey Weinstein Please Judge, Get Me The Hell Out Of Rikers Island!!!

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Harvey Weinstein wants out of Rikers Island badly ... and into a medical center during his retrial in his New York criminal case.

The jailed movie mogul's legal team filed an emergency petition with the court to have him transferred from the notorious Rikers prison complex to Bellevue Hospital due to alleged gross mismanagement of his deteriorating health.

According to Tuesday's filing, obtained by TMZ, Weinstein accuses Rikers medical staff of failing to provide him with proper healthcare, as well as misdiagnosing at least one condition. Weinstein says this led to his health becoming wildly unstable, requiring "regular" hospitalization at Bellevue, including its ICU unit.

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Weinstein says he has a laundry list of medical issues -- such as cancer, diabetes, extensive coronary artery disease, chest pain due to lowered levels of blood flowing to the heart, obstructive sleep apnea, thyroid issues, obesity, chronic lower back and leg pain, anemia, hypertension, and more.