Breaking News Dave Chappelle just flexed his industry muscles big time — he asked Netflix to pull his old Comedy Central sketch show from their service … and they actually did. The comedian broke the news Tuesday in a new stand-up segment he posted called ‘Unforgiven’ — where, in front of a live audience, he
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The Grammys are going to look very different next year, and not just because of the pandemic … Kanye‘s making a big move and Alex Trebek‘s in the fold. Nominations for the 2021 Grammys are out, and there’s lots of interesting changes to digest. Trevor Noah‘s hosting and he might have some fun with this
Breaking News “Jeopardy!” will have a series of interim guest hosts following Alex Trebek‘s passing and first up is the show’s ‘Greatest of All Time’ … Ken Jennings. Sony Pictures announced the move Monday to make the fan-favorite the first guest host. More guests will be announced in the weeks to come but for now,
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Kellyanne Conway‘s teenage daughter isn’t gonna be getting any breaks on her ‘American Idol’ journey … according to Ryan Seacrest, who says it’s talent or bust. We spoke to the ‘AI’ host Wednesday in NYC, and asked if Claudia Conway had gotten a free pass to be on the show
Breaking News This wide receiver is rockin’ custom cleats to honor Alex Trebek on “Monday Night Football” … If that were a clue on “Jeopardy!”, the answer would be “Who is Adam Thielen?” … ’cause the Minnesota Vikings star decided to pay homage to the late game show host by wearing the amazing footwear for
Breaking News Sinbad‘s recovering from a recent stroke … according to his family. The veteran comedian’s family said … “While he is beginning his road to recovery, we are faithful and optimistic that he will bring laughter into our hearts soon.” The 64-year-old Sinbad is known for his stand-up work and starring in sitcoms like
Play video content Breaking News @claudiamconway / TikTok Kellyanne Conway seems to be on her way out at the White House, but she could still ride the coattails of her 16-year-old daughter … who might be the next “American Idol!” Claudia Conway just teased the fact that she’s trying out for the reality singing competition
Breaking News Ben Watkins, famous for competing in “MasterChef Junior,” is dead after a battle with cancer. Ben, who was undergoing treatment for an extremely rare form of cancer at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, died Monday … according to his family. He was diagnosed with a soft tissue tumor when he was only 13
Play video content AppleTV+ Barack Obama was feeling nostalgic talking to Oprah about his new book — reminiscing on what he missed most about being President … and his answers might surprise you. 44 sat down for a chat with O on her Apple TV+ show, “The Oprah Conversation,” in which they discussed his latest
Norfolk native Tim Reid has had a long and prosperous acting career but may be known best for his role as the hard-nosed (and sweet ‘stached) father figure Raymond “Ray” Campbell — who doted over the adoptive twin daughters — in the classic ’90s family sitcom “Sister, Sister.” Tim Reid shared the show with Tia
Play video content CBS Sunday Morning Barack Obama did not want to hit the campaign trail — it’s not really something former Presidents do — but he felt it was necessary because Donald Trump‘s tenure “was not normal.” Forty Four appeared on CBS’s “Sunday Morning” with Gayle King. He made it clear, he didn’t really
Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis are no longer an item … the couple’s reportedly called it quits after a lengthy engagement, during which they started a family. The actors secretly ended things at the beginning of this year, though they’ve been able to successfully co-parent their 2 young children … according to People. The report
Everyone knows Kamala Harris made history by being voted in as the first Black, Asian and female Vice President, but some people don’t know she used to date Montel Williams!!! That fun fact is all the buzz on the Internet Friday, as photos of the VP-elect and the longtime talk show host from a 2001
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com One of the most famous houseguests in “Big Brother” history says CBS committing to casting more people of color on reality shows is coming way too late, but adds … it doesn’t have to be too little. Marcellas Reynolds was the first Black gay man on ‘BB’ way back in
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Ice-T says the new season of ‘Law & Order: SVU’ is living up to its “ripped from the headlines” catchphrase, because it reflects all the police issues so hotly debated this year. Ice came on “TMZ Live” Wednesday to talk about the premiere of the 22nd season this week, and
East Coast actor Lara Jill Miller was only 14 years old when she shot to stardom after landing the role of the Kanisky daughter Sam — who was the youngest in the brood until they added little Joey in the 3rd season — on the classic ’80s family sitcom “Gimme A Break!“ Lara Jill Miller
Play video content 60 Minutes Barack Obama is ripping Donald Trump and Republicans for continuing to make baseless claims of a fraudulent election … he says it’s a very slippery slope. The former president broke his silence on Trump’s unfounded claims of voter fraud in an interview with “60 Minutes,” telling Scott Pelley he’s troubled
Exclusive Details “Days of Our Lives” star Cody Longo came home drunk and shoved his wife … at least that’s what she told cops in Tennessee, who arrested him on a domestic assault charge, an allegation he denies. Law enforcement sources tell TMZ … the actor’s wife told officers Cody was intoxicated when he arrived
Alex Trebek — the revered and beloved “Jeopardy!” host since 1984, whose calm but witty presence was must-see television for millions of Americans — has died … TMZ has learned. A “Jeopardy!” spokesperson tells TMZ, “Jeopardy is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and
Exclusive The iconic Victorian home famously used for exterior shots for “Full House” and “Fuller House” is no longer on the market — as in, potential buyers can cut … it … out. The four-bedroom, 3,728-square-foot home on San Francisco’s picturesque “Postcard Row” sold last month for a cool $5,350,000. Waiting for your permission to
CBS has heard the calls for more diversity on its hit reality shows … and it’s making a pledge to make it happen. The network says its unscripted shows — including the uber-popular “Survivor,” “Big Brother” and “Love Island” — will have casts at least 50 percent Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) beginning
“Scooby-Doo” co-creator Ken Spears has died … less than 3 months after his animation partner also passed away. Spears reportedly died Friday after complications related to dementia. His son, Kevin, told Variety, “Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his story-telling, his loyalty to family, and his strong work ethic.” Kevin added, “Ken has
Bert Belasco — famous from BET’s “Let’s Stay Together” — has died … TMZ has learned. Bert’s father, Bert Sr., tells us his son’s body was found Sunday inside a hotel room in Richmond, VA — where we’re told he was about to start on a project for a new movie role. Bert Sr. says
Play video content Exclusive “Too Hot to Handle” star Bryce Hirschberg has a new hook to impress the ladies — it’s new music to float their boat … and it was written, recorded and produced on his floating studio. The reality star tells TMZ he needed to stay productive and creative during quarantine this year,
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Hoda Kotb says things are looking up for Al Roker in his battle with prostate cancer … and she’s got a message for fans who want to help out. We got the “Today” host jogging through NYC Tuesday — she says she’s running for Al, BTW — and asked for
Play video content Breaking News MSNBC NBC’s Ken Dilanian is the latest victim of the dreaded hot mic … unwittingly unleashing a stream of curse words on live TV, but he’s got an explanation and an apology. Here’s the deal … Ken was supposed to be doing a live hit Tuesday on MSNBC about new
Exclusive The answer to “Who is Alex Trebek?” is not a short one, but the good folks of Greater Sudbury, Ontario want it to be known he’s their hometown hero … in the form of a memorial. We broke the story … the iconic “Jeopardy!” host died Sunday morning after battling pancreatic cancer. The Canadian
Alex Trebek is getting a bittersweet send-off from the game show that made him famous … “Jeopardy!” just said goodbye to the late host with a touching tribute. “Jeopardy!” executive producer Mike Richards honored Alex before Monday night’s episode, pausing to remember Trebek as an inspiring figure and thanking him for everything he did for
Exclusive Lori Loughlin will not be sprung early from her 2-month prison sentence in the college admissions scandal, but she does have one possible early out. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ, Lori will be isolated for the first 2 weeks of her stay at Dublin Federal Prison in Northern California. That’s normal, because prison
Play video content Exclusive TMZSports.com Like it or not, Floyd Mayweather is a genius — and played the “game of boxing” better than anyone else in the history of the sport … changing it forever, so says Max Kellerman. There will always be an argument about who’s the best pure boxer of all time —