Oprah is mourning the death of her dad, Vernon Winfrey, who has passed away after battling cancer. One of Vernon’s longtime employees confirmed to TMZ that he died Friday night in East Nashville, TN. A local city councilman first broke the news. In what now seems to be a prescient move, Oprah had just been
“Cheer” star Jerry Harris getting a dozen years behind bars in his child pornography case wasn’t a reason for joy in the household of two of his accusers … so says their own mother. Twin brothers Charlie and Sam are among the victims who accused Jerry of soliciting nudes and sex from minors, and their
The assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is drawing a steady stream of mourners to the site where he was gunned down while making a campaign speech. The nation’s grief is on display in the city of Nara as citizens arrive in waves … praying and leaving flowers at the train station. Play
Shawn Mendes isn’t ready for the road just yet — he’s temporarily pulling the plug on his tour, so he can tend to his mental health. The singer announced he’s postponing the next 3 weeks of shows on his Wonder World Tour which had just begun last week. Shawn said on Friday it breaks his
L.Q. Jones — a versatile character actor whose career dates back to the 1950s — has died. His death was confirmed by his family, who says he passed of natural causes in the Hollywood Hills surrounded by loved ones … this according to Variety. Jones had over 160 acting credits to his name, with his
Play video content X17online.com Duane Brown was arrested on gun charges at the airport this weekend … TMZ has learned. The NFL free agent — who was most recently playing offensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks — was busted Saturday at LAX around 2 PM, where law enforcement sources tell us … he allegedly tried
Jon Stewart would make a perfect Democratic presidential nominee in 2024 — so says a publication knee-deep in political coverage … but not everyone is so sure it’s a good idea. The one-time ‘Daily Show’ host was floated as someone who should seriously consider running for the highest office in the land, and as someone
“Stranger Things” has a way with music — and this season was no different, especially for Metallica … whose tunes are in high demand, particularly among guitar hero wannabes. As you’ve heard, the band’s ’80s hit, “Master of Puppets,” is featured in a pivotal scene toward the end of the 4th season of the Netflix
Gregory Itzin, star of “24,” “NCIS” and several other huge TV hits, has died … according to a close friend and co-worker. Gregory played U.S. Prez Charles Logan for 6 years on “24” … a brilliant role, alongside Kiefer Sutherland, that earned him an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor. Sorry for the spoiler (it’s
Britney Spears is again bemoaning the fact that she’s been the subject of documentaries and TV specials of late — saying she considers it grade-A bullying by Corporate America. The pop star posted lengthy thoughts about this on Saturday, which she’s addressed before. She writes, in part … “I feel like America has done a
Play video content TMZSports.com Rafael Fiziev looked up to Rafael dos Anjos, but now the 29-year-old rising star has to fight the future Hall of Famer Saturday night … and any lingering reverence is now just a desire to kick RDA’s ass! TMZ Sports talked to 29-year-old, #10 ranked UFC lightweight ahead of his main
Anthony Mackie is set to take up the mantle as the new Captain America in his own movie, but on speculation over whether Chris Evans might reprise the role … he says, no chance. News about Mackie starring in a forthcoming ‘Captain America 4’ flick surfaced this week, with director Julius Onah reportedly attached to
Play video content TMZSports.com Famed civil rights attorney Ben Crump is imploring more NBA players to speak out about Brittney Griner … clearly believing their voices could help bring the WNBA star back to the States. The lawyer spoke with TMZ Sports out in D.C. earlier this week … and he made it clear, if
Guys and gals, take notes … Russell Wilson and Ciara just put on a clinic for how to celebrate an anniversary — getting in a romantic dinner in Italy AND personalized fireworks for the occasion! TMZ Sports has learned … the couple — who have been across the pond for the last few days —
Armie Hammer is indeed working as a timeshare salesman in the Cayman Islands … the actor was heard pitching the benefits of owning property in the beautiful vacation spot. Armie is very much in salesman mode … you see him sitting with a couple and going over pricing for a unit. A prospective buyer in
Megan Fox is proving there are no hard feelings with Brian Austin Green by sending a gift to her ex-husband and his girlfriend, Sharna Burgess, to celebrate their first child together. Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ … Megan sent a floral arrangement to Brian and Sharna, who welcomed their baby boy Zane Walker
Play video content TMZSports.com Jake Paul‘s fighting Hasim Rahman Jr. August 6, but the world’s most controversial boxer has his sights set on another opponent — Nate Diaz — telling TMZ Sports the UFC superstar is the guy he wants to put hands on more than anyone else … at least in the short term.
Bam Margera seemingly fell off the wagon after bouncing from a treatment center … video shows him partying with a group of men while police and his family were desperately looking for him. SUBSCRIBE: http://tmz.me/wONe5NO About TMZ: TMZ has consistently been credited for breaking the biggest stories dominating the entertainment news landscape and changed the