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Hollywood stuntman James Lew made sure his longtime profession had a place in his final wishes, leaving his Primetime Emmy Award to the Stuntmen’s Association, according to his newly filed will. Legal documents obtained by TMZ show Lew signed the will in April, laying out how he wanted his property distributed among family members, friends and fellow stunt professionals. One of the most notable gifts is his Primetime Emmy Award, which he left to the Stuntmen’s Association. Lew also made a significant provision for his estranged wife, Jordanna. Although the documents say the couple were separated when he wrote the…

Taylor Simone Ledward Boseman is pushing back against Chadwick Boseman’s brothers in the ongoing dispute over the late actor’s estate, saying she has provided millions of dollars to his family since 2022. In newly filed court documents, Simone opposes Derrick and Kevin Boseman’s effort to remove her as administrator of Chadwick’s estate. She argues that her handling of the estate is consistent with what the actor wanted. A major part of her response centers on financial support she says she has provided to Chadwick’s parents, Carolyn and Leroy Boseman. According to Simone’s filing, she has paid them more than $1.7…

Maduka Okoye’s baby mama Jelicia Westhoff has shared a pointed message about fathers who fail to take care of their children — and the timing is raising eyebrows. The Dutch model took to Threads with a blunt statement: “Dating a man, that doesn’t take care of his kids, that’s a character problem babe.” Westhoff did not name anyone in the post. However, the message comes after she previously accused her ex, Nigerian soccer player Maduka Okoye, of neglecting their young child. The latest post adds another chapter to the public drama surrounding Okoye and Westhoff, which previously unfolded amid speculation…

The woman who accused Jay-Z of sexual assault in a lawsuit has now completely recanted her allegations, saying there is “no truth” to her claims and that she has never even met the rapper. The woman, who filed the lawsuit as Jane Doe, made the reversal in a new court document obtained by TMZ. She says Jay-Z, whose legal name is Shawn Carter, never raped or sexually assaulted her and that the allegations identifying him were false. “I understand my false accusations have caused Mr. Carter immense pain, suffering, and damage that can never be fully undone,” she states in…

Bianca Censori has switched up her look, debuting strawberry blonde hair while stepping out in Los Angeles with Kanye West. Bianca and Ye were spotted leaving the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on Thursday, September 25, with the Australian architect showing off her latest hairstyle. Her new strawberry blonde locks were the most noticeable change, but Bianca otherwise leaned into the daring fashion style she has become known for during her time with Kanye. She wore an all-black outfit featuring a sheer halter top that offered little coverage, paired with skin-tight leggings that highlighted her figure. The look closely echoes…

Blueface is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit after a boxing promoter and streaming company accused him of livestreaming Chrisean Rock’s boxing debut to thousands of viewers without authorization. According to a new federal complaint obtained by TMZ, boxing promoter Skyy Myles and streaming provider BLK Prime Boxing claim Blueface broadcast Chrisean’s fight on his verified Kick channel while the match was being offered as a $29.99 pay-per-view event. Chrisean faced Ku’Shiyah Williams in her boxing debut and won the bout. The lawsuit alleges Blueface and music manager Wack 100 joined the rapper’s Kick stream during the fight and broadcast the…

Snoop Dogg is heading into a new role at the MTV Video Music Awards, but before he takes over hosting duties at the 2026 ceremony, there is a throwback challenge waiting for fans. The rapper is set to host the 2026 VMAs on Sunday, September 27, marking his first time as host of the awards show. The ceremony will take place in Los Angeles and air live on CBS, with a simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S. Before the spotlight shifts to Snoop’s 2026 VMAs appearance, the focus is going back to 2022. Snoop performed at…

Aubrey O’Day is reacting to reports that several former Sean “Diddy” Combs staffers have moved into Usher’s professional orbit, including Combs’ longtime chief of staff Kristina Khorram. Rolling Stone reported September 24 that at least three people who previously worked closely with Combs have joined Usher’s camp for The R&B Tour, his 56-date run with Chris Brown. The group includes Khorram, a former personal assistant who testified during Combs’ criminal trial, and a photographer who had worked on a documentary involving Combs. Khorram’s exact position with Usher has not been publicly confirmed, although Rolling Stone reported that she has some…

Raz B was desperately pleading for help during a 911 call after finding his 3-month-old son, Astro Monte Thornton, unresponsive at the family’s Atlanta home. TMZ obtained the emergency call from the morning Astro died, with the B2K singer immediately telling the dispatcher that his son was not breathing. “My son died. My son is not breathing,” Raz told the operator. As the dispatcher worked to confirm the family’s address and Astro’s age, Raz repeatedly urged emergency crews to hurry. When asked whether the baby was breathing, Raz responded, “No, ma’am, he’s not breathing. I think he’s dead.” The call…

B2K singer De’Mario “Raz-B” Thornton and his wife, Mona Li Thornton, are mourning the unexpected death of their 3-month-old son, Astro Monte Thornton. The couple’s spokesperson, David Robinson, confirmed the death to USA Today on Thursday, September 10, saying the family was grieving and asking for privacy. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Astro Monte Thornton, beloved son of Mona and De’Mario ‘Raz B’ Thornton,” Robinson said. The family has not publicly disclosed a cause of death. The loss comes only months after Raz-B and Mona Li welcomed Astro into their family. In May,…

Kanye West is asking a judge to push back his upcoming civil trial, arguing that his October court date conflicts with his concert schedule and that important pretrial work remains unfinished. Ye’s legal team filed documents last week seeking to move the trial, currently scheduled to begin October 12, to May 17, 2027, or another date acceptable to the court and both sides. The case was brought by Benjamin Provo, a former security guard at Ye’s Donda Academy who is suing the rapper over allegations of discrimination. Ye’s lawyers argue that they still have substantial preparation to complete before the…

Jonathan Taylor Thomas has been arrested in California after an encounter with Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputies, TMZ has learned. The former child star was a passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over Monday in the Westlake Village/Malibu area, according to law enforcement sources. Authorities say the vehicle was stopped at an intersection and was blocking traffic. Deputies reportedly instructed Thomas to remain inside the vehicle after he got out. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Thomas allegedly refused to comply and became uncooperative, leading deputies to attempt to take him into custody. During the encounter, Thomas…

Former Fox News associate producer Jennifer Eckhart has died by suicide at age 36, TMZ has confirmed. Eckhart died in Florida, according to a representative for the Martin County Medical Examiner’s Office. Law enforcement sources told TMZ the death was ruled a suicide. Eckhart’s death comes six years after she became widely known for a high-profile legal battle involving former Fox News anchor Ed Henry. In 2020, Eckhart sued Henry, alleging that he sexually assaulted her while they worked at Fox News. She also alleged that she feared Henry had the power to damage her career. Henry denied the allegations…

The parents of Nevaeh’s ex, DJ LetThemKnow, are publicly asking to see their grandson Superior, as tensions continue between the child’s parents. DJ’s mother and father spoke out on social media, describing it as “ridiculous” that they have not been able to see Superior. DJ’s father directly questioned why the family was being kept away from the child. “Why keep Superior away from DJ and us? We all love Superior … it’s sad that she’s being like this,” he said. The family’s comments come amid an ongoing custody dispute between Nevaeh and DJ, who have publicly addressed their disagreements over…

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore White House press access for CNN, MS NOW and POLITICO, temporarily blocking the administration’s ban on the three news organizations. U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Kelly issued the temporary restraining order early Thursday after the outlets challenged the revocation of their reporters’ White House hard-pass credentials. Kelly found that the reporters were denied what he described as “constitutionally adequate due process” before their credentials were revoked. “The ‘general rule’ is that ‘individuals must receive notice and an opportunity to be heard before the Government deprives them’ of a constitutionally protected…

Kawhi Leonard is staying in Toronto — and the Raptors are backing his return with a massive new contract. According to The Athletic, Leonard has agreed to a projected two-year, $115 million extension with Toronto. The deal includes a player option for the 2028-29 season and is approximately $11 million below the maximum amount he could have received. Leonard was previously in the final year of a three-year, $149.5 million contract he signed with the Los Angeles Clippers in January 2024. His return to Toronto came through a blockbuster trade that sent forward Brandon Ingram, guard Gradey Dick, two unprotected…

Tupac Shakur’s family will get the spotlight in a new documentary examining the rapper’s murder case and the trial of Duane “Keefe D” Davis. Sky announced Tuesday that filmmaker Marian Mohamed is directing the untitled documentary, which is scheduled to premiere on Sky Documentaries and NOW in 2027. The film, first reported by AllHipHop, will follow members of Shakur’s family and inner circle through Davis’ Las Vegas murder trial. Producers include Passion Pictures, Propagate Content and West Buttermilk, with Propagate Content handling worldwide sales. Filmmakers were granted access to Shakur’s relatives throughout the proceedings, including his brother Mopreme Shakur. The…

Jamie Foxx is getting ready to return to the school drop-off line — this time at 58. Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Tuesday, Foxx revealed that he has a baby on the way while reflecting on becoming a father again later in life. “I got a baby on the way … still got it,” Foxx joked. The actor then laughed about the reality of being back in the parenting routine. “About to be back in the drop-off line,” he said, before acknowledging his age. “I wasn’t on the fence about it, but being 58 … you know what I’m saying?”…

Chris Brown is demanding evidence after a journalist publicly claimed that the singer is still actively abusing women. The exchange unfolded on social media this week after David Dennis Jr., a senior writer for Andscape, posted a video discussing the way some fans defend Brown despite his history of legal trouble. Dennis Jr. argued that some supporters rationalize Brown’s controversies because they value his music, rather than acknowledging the singer’s personal history. In the video, Dennis Jr. said fans should be honest about their willingness to separate Brown’s music from his conduct, at one point stating that they should “love…

Donda West now has a permanent place on the streets of Chicago. The late educator and mother of rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, was honored Tuesday with an honorary street designation, with a section of 78th Street on Chicago’s South Side now named “Dr. Donda West Way.” The designation covers 78th Street from South Shore Drive to Coles Avenue, near the West family’s former home in the South Shore neighborhood. Ye attended the Sept. 22 ceremony and helped unveil the street sign bearing his mother’s name. Family members, former colleagues, friends, community leaders and members of Chicago’s hip-hop…