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Play video content Fat Joe had an eye-opening story for Ashanti that almost saw one of her biggest hits go to Jennifer Lopez … at the would-be behest of Ja Rule and Irv Gotti. Joe was talking to Ashanti on Instagram Live this week, and recounted an interesting tale about a time he says Ja

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Rich the Kid did some damage in the hood this week … The rapper was shooting a music video on Long Island and wanted to film with 4 Lamborghini’s in the background. A woman named Irina Pichkhadze brought 2 Lambos she owned to the shoot. Rich rented a third Lambo

Kim Petras just dropped a new quarantine-friendly music video … and it’s packed to the gills with celebs checking in from home and having a rockin’ good time. The transgender singer’s latest hit is called “Malibu” … and the theme for the music video is people everywhere daydreaming about some fun in the sun once

Exclusive The most popular digital strip club — all the rage during quarantine — has celebs lining up, virtually, for the first night of Justin LaBoy and Justin Combs‘ new Demon Time format. Here’s the deal … LaBoy is moving Demon Time — the online stripper stage — from IG Live to OnlyFans, and Friday’s

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com G Herbo says he’s getting another case of PTSD from the raging pandemic … because coronavirus restrictions are preventing him from seeing his own son. The Chicago rapper joined us Friday on “TMZ Live” and told us about the stress and anxiety he’s dealing with as a result of not

Jorge Santana … the youngest brother of famed guitarist Carlos Santana, and an accomplished musician on his own, has died … TMZ has learned. His rep John Regna tells TMZ … Jorge died Thursday of natural causes. Jorge is the youngest of 3 brothers and the second one, after Carlos, to pick up a guitar.

Play video content Exclusive OCTV Cuba Gooding Jr. is doing his part to lift the spirits of the brave women fighting COVID-19 on the frontlines … with an uplifting song and tale of his own perseverance. The “Jerry Maguire” star serenaded the nurses at 2 of the biggest medical facilities in Anaheim, the epicenter of

Breaking News Did you know Barry Zito had a hell of a curveball AND an amazing voice?!?! It’s true … the former World Series champ sang his face off all season on “The Masked Singer” — with his voice even making Nicole Sherzinger cry before he was eliminated from the show Wednesday!! The 42-year-old sang

Exclusive One group’s $200,000 trash is another’s treasure … Tekashi 6ix9ine‘s rejected funds are exactly what an L.A. nonprofit — that also helps kids — needs to survive. We broke the story … the “GOOBA” rapper was set to donate $200k this week to No Kid Hungry, which helps feed families that can’t afford to

Breaking News Melissa Etheridge is grieving after announcing her son, Beckett Cypher, has died. The Oscar and Grammy-winning rock star announced Wednesday her son with filmmaker Julie Cypher died. Melissa’s team tweeted, “We’re sad to inform you that Melissa’s son Beckett passed away and there will not be a Concerts From Home show today. —

Breaking News The Hollywood Bowl is going silent for its entire summer season — for the first time in the iconic venue’s nearly 100 year history. Thanks a lot, coronavirus. The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, which manages the Bowl, announced Wednesday there will be no summer concerts due to the pandemic. It’s pretty miraculous, in

Exclusive Tekashi 6ix9ine‘s glorious return to social media paid him handsomely and then some — but he ain’t keeping all the dough for himself … the dude’s giving back to kids in need. Sources close to the rapper tell TMZ … the release of his new song, “GOOBA,” as well as the launch of some

Exclusive A Hilton hotel thinks it’s smarter than a bunch of 5th graders — its allegedly trying to rip off a Florida class, but their school is fighting back with its allies … Kodak Black and his attorney. Here’s what happened … 5th grade students from Pinewood Elementary School in Florida raised $17k by selling

Diddy is speaking out on the death of his mentor, Andre Harrell, who discovered him decades ago and put him on a trajectory to fame — and his farewell may well bring a tear to your eye. The Bad Boy honcho posted a video Monday showing a speech he gave earlier this year after winning

Exclusive Billie Eilish is scared for herself and her family because an obsessed fan keeps showing up at her home this week, and he never practiced social distancing and most of the time, never wore a mask. Billie filed legal docs, with the help of the law firm McPherson Ltd, claiming Prenell Rousseau began showing

Exclusive Rich the Kid can rap all he wants about how “Money Talks” but one celeb jeweler’s wondering why the Kid’s gone radio silent when it comes to unpaid jewelry bills … according to a new lawsuit. Peter Marco from Extraordinary Jewels of Beverly Hills is suing the “Plug Walk” rapper claiming he owes a

Breaking News Betty Wright, a supremely talented R&B singer who popularized the phrase, “No pain, no gain,” has died. Calling all my #PrayWarriors | My beloved sister, Betty Wright @MsBettyWright, is now in need of all your prays. “Que Sera, Sera | Whatever Will Be, Will Be”In Jesus Name We Pray for Sister Betty All

Exclusive Jay-Z, Meek Mill and others over at Roc Nation are speaking out publicly to demand justice for the slaying of Ahmaud Arbery — asking for a speedy trial and conviction of his killers. Jigga, Meek and other Roc Nation artists — including Alicia Keys and Yo Gotti — have signed an open letter they’re

Exclusive Taylor Swift‘s not going full Elon Musk — as in, selling off all of her possessions — but she IS a little lighter in the private jet department. TMZ’s learned the famous singer’s sold one of her 2 jets — a Dassault Falcon 50 she originally bought back in 2012 — reducing her personal

11:40 AM PT — And, here you go … Tekashi’s got a HUGE problem. Someone across the way took a pic of the rapper on the balcony and not only posted it, but posted the address as well. It’s apparent the neighbor knew Tekashi was staying there, presumably because he’s either been on that balcony

Little Richard, a giant in the early stages of Rock ‘n’ Roll and beyond, has died. Richard had enormous influence over the genre, with insanely popular hits like the fantastically frenetic, “Tutti-Frutti” and “Long Tall Sally.” The Beatles have credited Richard as being inspirational to the Fab Four. Richard’s bass guitarist, Charles Glenn, tells TMZ

Exclusive Queens of the Stone Age front man Josh Homme is flipping the script on his estranged wife, whom he claims has been trying to get him busted for allegedly violating a restraining order. Now the rock singer’s filed for a restraining order against her. In the docs, obtained by TMZ, Josh claims Brody Dalle-Homme

Exclusive R. Kelly is offering an odd bit of reassurance … informing the judge there’s no danger of him harassing his accusers if he gets out of jail, because it’s impossible for him to communicate with them. Kelly’s legal team fired off a letter that’s basically a follow-up to their latest motion requesting Kelly be

Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber finally teamed up on a song, and made it worth the wait by dropping a new quarantine-friendly music video featuring fans, famous folks, and their significant others. The pop duet premiered early Friday, and the theme of the music vid for “Stuck with U” is people everywhere making the most

Exclusive Princess Love is officially waving the white flag on her marriage with Ray J … because she just filed for divorce after nearly 4 years of marriage. The “Love and Hip Hop: Hollywood” star filed divorce docs Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court … and it’s not a total surprise, because they were

Brian Anthony Howe, the lead vocalist for Bad Company, has died … TMZ has learned. Howe passed away Wednesday at his home in Florida. One of his relatives told TMZ … Howe died from cardiac arrest … possibly on his way to the hospital. He had heart issues … the singer had a heart attack

Meek Mill will always remember his 33rd birthday — ’cause it’s the day his new baby boy was born. Can’t top that gift!!! The rapper ecstatically announced Wednesday his Philly fashion designer GF, Milano Harris, gave birth to their first child together. Meek said, “Milano dropped me off a king on my birthday! #thebestgift ❤️.”

Exclusive 2 Chainz couldn’t hold off any longer, he’s reopened his Atlanta restaurants for dine-in service … and while he’s trying to keep patrons safe, most don’t seem too concerned. After waffling the past 2 weeks, both of the rapper’s Escobar Restaurant and Tapas locations fully opened back up Tuesday … and 2 Chainz dropped

T.I. and Killer Mike are looking out for their neediest neighbors … helping them fill their bellies and wallets all while practicing CDC-approved hygiene. The Atlanta rappers teamed up Wednesday to serve hot meals to 500 ATL residents who’ve been feeling the impact brought on by the pandemic and quarantine. T.I. and Killer Mike partnered

Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com We know Pauly D is a hot draw in the DJ booth, but we didn’t know he was THIS hot — as in, someone throwing down six-figures to watch him in action!!! The ‘Jersey Shore’ stud is super pumped up about raising $200,500 for the All In Challenge — raising