Play video content Jay-Z was trying to walk a fine line while talking about Dave Chappelle‘s new comedy special — but it’s clear which side of the debate he lands on … and that would be in DC’s camp. The rapper spoke on the controversy surrounding “The Closer” Friday on a Twitter Space audio conversation

Nick Jonas says he’s learning lots of new things from wife Priyanka Chopra … and he’s getting cultured on Indian holidays and traditions. Nick and Priyanka celebrated Diwali — India’s festival of light — at their Los Angeles home Thursday … capping things off with a mini fireworks show by the pool. Waiting for your

William Lucking, who starred as one of the staple characters in “Sons of Anarchy” has died at the age of 80. Lucking, who played biker Piney Winston on the show died last month at home in Las Vegas. An obituary for the actor, written by his wife of 25 years, Sigrid, called Lucking a “giant

If Hollywood memorabilia’s your thing — don’t miss this chance to bid on relics from ‘Anchorman,’ ‘Friends’ and a George Clooney watch … all in the name of helping vets. Indeed, the cause is a great one. A nonprofit called Homes for Our Troops is holding its 5th annual Veteran’s Day Celebrity Auction starting Nov.

Play video content TMZ.com Nick Lachey says what we’re seeing on FOX’s new singing show, “Alter Ego,” might be really cool onstage, but it could also be the future of entertainment … period. We got the 98 Degrees singer — who’s been tapped as one of the celeb judges for ‘Ego’ — and asked how

Kevin Hart isn’t one to embrace controversy for kicks — which is why a one-on-one between Netflix’s CEO and him is all the more interesting … especially as the Dave Chappelle drama’s still swirling. Check out this photo TMZ obtained of the rock star comedian chopping it up with Ted Sarandos Monday evening in Beverly

Lone Star state actor Raini Rodriguez was still a teenager when she locked in the role as the spunky best friend Trish — who also acts as the musical manager while alongside the up-and-coming artist tackling the entertainment industry — in the classic Disney sitcom “Austin & Ally.” RR shared the screen with the Disney

Lindsay Lohan will not be joining the cast of the upcoming “Real Housewives of Dubai” … even though she’s already living in the country, and would provide instant star power and drama. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Lindsay is NOT part of the newly announced season, and she was never even approached about

Carole Baskin is putting her foot down over Netflix’s sequel to ‘Tiger King’ — insisting the producers and Netflix cut out all footage of her for their latest offering. The big cat advocate — who was heavily featured in the OG series last year — just filed suit against producers of the mega-hit and the

Luis Robert‘s $1 million lambo now officially matches his flashy game — ’cause the MLB player just got the ride covered in a Naruto wrap … and it’s awesome!! TMZ Sports has learned … the Chicago White Sox star is a huge anime fan, so he sought out Alex Vega from The Auto Firm in

We’ve now learned why the ‘RHONY’ reunion never happened … and it was all thanks to an ongoing investigation into Eboni K. Williams‘ allegations of racism against Ramona Singer. Multiple sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Eboni filed a formal complaint against Ramona in the weeks leading up to the ‘RHONY’ season 13 reunion,

Play video content TMZSports.com The national anthem has been used to protest against injustice, but Keke Palmer took it as an opportunity to honor her ancestors … telling TMZ Sports she sang the “Star-Spangled Banner” at the World Series to show respect for those who came before her. The anthem has been quite the hot

Play video content HBO Bill Maher really got down to basics Friday night … with a really interesting chit-chat about toxic masculinity … and there’s enough here for you to decide which side you’re on. Atlantic writer, Caitlin Flanagan, squared off against Delaware Senator, Chris Coons, with an assist from BM. Caitlin railed on what

Captain Mark Howard, a staple on the opening season of “Below Deck Mediterranean” has died … TMZ has learned. Howard died in Florida at some point in the last week, a family friend says his death was sudden and occurred while he was at home. We do not currently know any other circumstances surrounding his

Play video content A staple in the “Jersey Shore” franchise is officially no more … the infamous Bamboo Bar is currently being torn down, and so are all the reality show memories that went on inside it. Demolition crews were at the site of the infamous Seaside Heights joint early Friday tearing down walls and

Not everyone’s ready to forgive Morgan Wallen … the country music superstar is being blocked from the American Music Awards, even though he’ll likely win a couple of the trophies. The award show announced Thursday its barring Morgan from attending this year’s show due to that video showing him using the n-word. Reps for the

Marshawn Lynch wasn’t the only one caught on TV droppin’ F-bombs this week … ’cause broadcast mics picked up an NHL player’s “F*** you!” during a game Wednesday — and it was LOUD. The cussing was captured during the first period of the Philadelphia Flyers’ tilt with the Edmonton Oilers … and it could be

Mitt Romney transformed into lovable soccer coach Ted Lasso for Halloween … but the Utah senator might have gotten his fictional characters mixed up in the process, ’cause he used a quote from “Friday Night Lights” to show off his look. The Republican out of Utah sported some AFC Richmond gear, a nice pair of

Things are getting tenser than a lethal game of Red Light, Green Light — “Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk heard LeBron James bashing the show’s ending loud and clear … and fired back by clowning his panned ‘Space Jam’ movie!! James was heavily critical of the Netflix series’ final scene … discussing his dissatisfaction with

Stu Billett — the mastermind who created “The People’s Court” and birthed the whole genre of courtroom TV shows — has died. Stu died Friday in Los Angeles as a result of natural causes … according to reps for ‘People’s Court.’ He was surrounded by family when he passed. Billett dreamed up ‘TPC’ back in

James Michael Tyler — famous for playing Gunther on “Friends” — has died. The actor’s rep tells TMZ … JMT passed away peacefully Sunday morning at his home in L.A. — this after battling stage 4 prostate cancer. His family says … “The world knew him as Gunther (the seventh “Friend”), from the hit series

Bill Maher unsurprisingly leaned in hard Friday night, defending Dave Chappelle, saying embracing Dave’s latest Netflix special does not make someone transphobic. The “Real Time” host was jawboning with Andrew Yang and NYT opinion writer John McWhorter, and on this one, all 3 were in lockstep … all saying they support the LGBTQ community but

Peter Scolari, who famously co-starred alongside Tom Hanks in the sitcom “Bosom Buddies,” is dead, following an extended cancer battle. Peter’s reps announced he died early Friday … he’d been diagnosed with cancer 2 years ago, but it seems he kept that news private. The ABC sitcom “Bosom Buddies” put Peter and Tom on the

Lori Loughlin is back in front of the camera since getting out of prison — doing work on a network you may have never heard of … until now! The former ‘Full House’ star and Hallmark Channel darling is acting in her first TV show since the college admission scandal … which implicated Lori and

Play video content TMZ.com Shar Jackson‘s full up on chills, screams and terror for this Halloween after observing — and surviving — a real-life exorcism inside one of Hollywood’s most infamous haunted homes. The former “Moesha” star signed on for the experience, which was filmed for a special called, “Celebrity Exorcism.” Shar was joined by

Get ready for some history to be made on “The Masked Singer” … because there’s going to be two celebs in the same costume, and we’re told they have quite a history between them. For the first time on the FOX competition show, there will be a double-faced costume with two people inside the same

Play video content TMZ.com The same thing that’s hurt Kate Beckinsale‘s career is helping Ross Butler‘s take off in Hollywood, and that thing is … brain power!!! Lots of it. We got the “13 Reasons Why” and “Riverdale” star Thursday at LAX, and considering his collegiate history, he’s the perfect person to address Kate’s recent

Play video content TMZ.com Jon Stewart has a message for everyone pissed off at Dave Chappelle — he’s asking them to pay attention to what’s in his friend’s heart … as much as what comes out of his mouth. We got Jon as he was leaving Capitol Hill, and asked for his take on the

Meghan McCain is pissing off some of her old bosses with her scathing assessment of her tortured time on “The View” — because they believe it’s the exact opposite of how she’s framing things. Sources close to the production tell TMZ … ABC honchos are furious about Meghan’s new memoir, and the subsequent interviews she’s

Mel Gibson will star in the new “John Wick” TV series — a controversial casting that left even the franchise’s own creator in shock, but the guy’s still willing to let it be … for now. Screenwriter Derek Kolstad — who penned the initial “John Wick” movie, and contributed to the other 2 installments, tells