Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Trick Daddy had a white powdery substance tucked away in a dollar bill when cops pulled him over in Miami … and then he bombed his field sobriety test. TMZ’s obtained bodycam footage of the rapper’s arrest for cocaine possession and driving under the influence … and you can clearly

Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine has been out of prison for weeks now, and his baby mama says he’s still ghosting their kid — but he says that’s not what’s going on at all. The rapper’s ex, Sara Molina, tells TMZ … just like before, Tekashi has shown little to no interest in reconnecting with their daughter,

Breaking News Katy Perry‘s beloved street cat, who became a mascot for the singer and her legion of fans, has passed on. Kitty Purry made an inauspicious entry into Katy’s life — through her then-boyfriend’s window.  Fast-forward to Katy the singing icon … the darn cat became so popular it even appeared in Katy’s music

Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine is wasting no time settling back into the life of a rap superstar following his early prison release … he’s spending tons of cash and getting offers for concerts. Sources close to Tekashi69 tell TMZ … the rapper is throwing tons of money around on whips and bling, purchasing a fleet of

Offset says he’s lost a member of his family to coronavirus — his great uncle, Jerry, has died. The Migos rapper posted the sad news Sunday, taking to his Instagram stories to write … “Smfh this corona s*** done killed my great uncle 😢 Rip uncle jerry damn man.” He continued in another post, “Pray

Teddy Riley and Babyface‘s battle was the talk of social media Saturday night, but for all the wrong reasons … and Teddy Riley’s audio equipment is to blame. The two music legends were supposed to square off as part Swizz Beatz and Timbaland‘s Instagram battle series … and nearly 400k people were tuned in to

YG is taking a hands-on approach to giving back … dropping off care packages filled with what have become crucial items these days. The rapper’s nonprofit org 4Hunnid Ways is sending $10k worth of PPE (personal protective equipment) to dozens of families in Emergency Crisis Housing in Central Los Angeles. The packages have masks, gloves,

Breaking News Ticketmaster pulled a fast one on concertgoers by retroactively changing its refund policy … so claims one of its customers in a new lawsuit. Derek Hansen filed the class action suit claiming Ticketmaster, which is a division of Live Nation, had a policy stating customers get a refund on ticket purchases “if your

Play video content 5:41 PM PT — The new generation of country music is meeting the old guard, because Kacey Musgraves just joined the party to wish Willie an early happy birthday, offering some sobering advice for everyone in quarantine and doing what she does best — sing. Kacey says no one really knows what

Exclusive Drake‘s “Toosie Slide” dance challenge has brought much joy during the coronavirus pandemic, and he took it upon himself to help a group of African kids go viral for their moves … and spread even more joy. If you missed it … the Masaka Kids, comprised of orphans from Uganda who have crazy dancing

Exclusive The coronavirus put Lil Xan in the hospital this weekend, not because he contracted it, but because he’s super stressed out over the stay-at-home orders. The rapper tells TMZ he was rushed to the hospital by ambulance Sunday while at his mom’s house in, of all places, Corona, CA. He’s been quarantining there with

Play video content Teddy Riley and Babyface put their reading glasses back on for another round of IG Live battling, but even on take 2 … the event was technology-challenged. The two R&B icons hopped back on the ‘Gram Monday night to pick up where they left off over the weekend — which went down

Exclusive YNW Melly‘s request for jail release was denied, but not because his COVID-19 condition is improving … we’ve learned the rapper is still feeling effects of the virus. Sources familiar with Melly’s situation behind bars tell us he continues to have labored breathing, body aches and headaches while in Broward County Jail, awaiting trial

Exclusive R. Kelly‘s first attempt to get out of jail due to coronavirus fears didn’t work, but he’s going back to the well — claiming his medical crisis is even worse now, and insisting he won’t skip town. The disgraced singer filed a renewed emergency motion obtained by TMZ asking to get released from lockup

Exclusive Pandemic insurance will likely be a top priority for music festivals, concerts and all other major events once the coronavirus subsides … but it’s going to be a while before coverage is even possible. This type of insurance is out of the question for festivals like Coachella, Stagecoach and EDC Las Vegas … at

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Rita Wilson going viral for spittin’ “Hip Hop Hooray” — and the remix that followed — is giving Naughty By Nature a new lease on life … one they’re using to help others. The rap trio came on “TMZ Live” Monday to tell us about the coolest part of their

Tekashi 6ix9ine is embracing his role as a rat … or so it seems based on what he told Tory Lanez. So, here’s what went down … Tory was hosting his Quarantine Radio Monday night on Instagram Live when, out of nowhere, you see Tekashi’s IG handle pop up in the group chat. Tekashi typed,

India-born vocalist Barry Hay was 25 years old when he shot to stardom for his rockin’ vocals in the Dutch rock band, Golden Earring … who unleashed the worldwide rock anthem, “Radar Love” in the early ’70s, and then “Twilight Zone” in the early ’80s. Barry Hay and all of the original bandmates of Golden

Exclusive The company behind the EDM fest Lightning in a Bottle is breaking the law by refusing to issue refunds … or so claims a would-be concertgoer, turned plaintiff. Michael Geragos of the Geragos Law Group filed a class-action lawsuit against Do Lab, Inc. on behalf of an Illinois woman named Tessa Nesis who purchased

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Timbaland says his virtual rap battle show — featuring the likes of RZA and Lil Jon — is catching the eyes of entertainment bigwigs … but he and Swizz Beatz ain’t ready to sell out just yet!!! The mega-producer joined us Tuesday on “TMZ Live” and gave us the lowdown

Exclusive Playboi Carti went all Johnny Badass on a cop who pulled him over — according to the cop, anyway, Carti dragged the deputy’s daughter into it!!! TMZ got a hold of the police report detailing Carti’s arrest about a week ago in Clayton County, Georgia — and cops say the rapper was mouthing off

Play video content Cardi B unloaded on President Trump … and Bernie Sanders relished the moment cause he couldn’t stop himself from laughing his ass off. The dynamic duo teamed up Tuesday night for an Instagram Live interview that was as bizarre as it was strategic. But, mostly, it was a vehicle for Cardi to

Exclusive Selena Gomez is done playing games with gaming companies she says are using her fame to line their pockets … and now she’s suing. Selena just filed a lawsuit against a slew of software and technology firms and the honchos who run them, accusing them of profiting off her image, name and likeness without

Exclusive YNW Melly‘s going to have to get over the coronavirus from his jail cell — a judge shot down his request to get out while awaiting his double murder trial. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ … the rapper will remain in the Broward County Jail in Florida despite allegedly testing positive

Breaking News “He was the basketball version of me, and I was the rap version of him, and that’s facts!” That’s Kanye West … explaining why he and Kobe Bryant were one and the same — LEGENDARY — and in typical Kanye style, he’s not holding back. It’s spelled out in a candid (just released)

Exclusive YNW Melly doesn’t deserve to be released from jail even though he has COVID-19 … at least that’s the way his alleged victims’ families see it. As we’ve reported … the rapper is begging to be released from the Florida jail, where he’s awaiting trial in his double murder case, because he says he’s

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com YBN Almighty Jay is not taking the coronavirus pandemic seriously, and his approach to quarantine life … is exactly what the doctor did NOT order. The rapper told us he IS staying home, adhering to California’s safer-at-home order … but while he’s there, he’s still got women pulling up at

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Steven Van Zandt is not sugar-coating what America’s future will look like post-coronavirus … saying he has no idea when it’ll be safe to do a concert again. Bruce Springsteen‘s E-Street Band guitarist told us he doesn’t think anybody will ever shake hands again. Little Steven joined us Thursday on

Pennsylvania-born Patrick Monahan was in his mid-20s when he gained fame as the smooth-singing frontman of the San Francisco-based, pop-rock band, Train … who shot to the top with their song, “Drops Of Jupiter” and follow-up jams “She’s On Fire” and “Calling All Angels.” The “Drops Of Jupiter” album and single were such a smash

Exclusive YNW Melly is begging a judge to let him out of prison … because he says he’s on the verge of dying from COVID-19. The rapper’s lawyer, Bradford Cohen, filed legal docs, obtained by TMZ, claiming the rapper — in prison awaiting his murder trial — is suffering from severe chills, heavy labored breathing,