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Meghan McCain is weighing in on North West’s latest magazine appearance — and her reaction has put the spotlight on the 13-year-old’s parents. The former View co-host commented Tuesday on North’s cover for Dazed Magazine, where the young star appears in a series of edgy looks featuring bright blue hair, bold piercings and grills. McCain, 41, shared her reaction on X, writing: “This poor baby. My heart just breaks for this child.” The brief comment quickly drew attention because of its timing and the subject of the photos. North is the daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, and some…

Christian Styles, an adult entertainer who built a following of more than 1 million across social media, has died at 29. Styles died on Aug. 20, according to the Wayne County Medical Examiner in Michigan. A cause and manner of death were not immediately available. Styles entered the adult entertainment industry in 2021 and quickly developed a substantial online audience. His combined following on Instagram and X grew to more than 1 million, while he also created content on OnlyFans. News of his death has also prompted a fundraiser for his family, which describes the loss as sudden and heartbreaking.…

Jalen Brunson wasn’t about to let a cross-country flight—or a little jet lag—keep him from celebrating Fat Joe’s 56th birthday. The New York Knicks star made a surprise appearance at the rapper’s star-studded birthday bash in Manhattan this weekend, arriving just hours after flying back from the Los Angeles area. Brunson had been in Southern California for the wedding of his Knicks teammate Karl-Anthony Towns and Jordyn Woods in Malibu on Saturday. But by Sunday, he was back on a plane headed east. And he made it just in time for the party. Brunson pulled up to the celebration at…

Christopher Wallace Jr., the son of late rap legend The Notorious B.I.G., is challenging his grandmother Voletta Wallace’s will in court, claiming a major change was made just 15 days before her death. Voletta, Biggie’s mother, died in February 2025. According to Christopher’s court filing, she had previously signed a will in 2020 that left most of her personal and real estate holdings to her two grandchildren. That earlier will covered a wide range of assets, including Voletta’s fur collection, jewelry, Biggie’s music awards, a Mercedes-Benz SUV, property in Jamaica and other properties. Her brother was also named to receive…

Drake is apparently taking his “goth baddie” date to an entirely different level — reportedly flying Pinkchyu to Toronto and renting out an entire castle for their latest outing. A source tells TMZ that Drake flew Pinkchyu to Toronto this past week and took over Casa Loma, the massive castle and Toronto landmark, for the date. The 98-room property was reportedly closed to everyone except a small staff that included a server, bartender and security personnel, leaving Drake and Pinkchyu with the sprawling venue largely to themselves. And the dinner choice? Sushi. Yes, Drake apparently paired a private castle with…

Chris Brown’s lucrative tour with Usher could now help pay off a multimillion-dollar legal judgment after a Los Angeles judge ruled that his former housekeeper has the right to collect from some of his tour and royalty income. Court documents obtained by TMZ show the judge overseeing Maria Avila’s lawsuit granted her request to assign money Brown receives from royalties and touring toward the $13 million judgment she won in her dog attack case against the singer. That means some of the money Brown is earning from his current nationwide tour could potentially be redirected to satisfy the judgment. Brown…

Aaliyah’s death happened 25 years ago, but the singer’s influence remains firmly embedded in music, fashion and pop culture. The R&B star died on Aug. 25, 2001, at just 22 after a plane crash in the Bahamas, where she had been filming the music video for her single “Rock the Boat.” Investigators determined that the aircraft was overloaded by 700 pounds. But while the circumstances of the crash remain part of Aaliyah’s story, they are not the only thing that defines her legacy. Aaliyah had already built an extraordinary career before her life was cut short. She began performing when…

Famous Dex has been arrested on a domestic battery charge in Las Vegas, according to official records obtained by TMZ. The rapper was taken into custody Sunday and appeared to remain in a Las Vegas jail at the time of publication. The available information does not detail the circumstances surrounding the latest allegation. The arrest marks another legal issue for Dex, who has faced criminal cases in the past. In 2021, Dex was hit with 19 charges stemming from three separate incidents. Those cases included allegations involving domestic violence as well as a gun possession charge. Two of the incidents…

Suge Knight is making a major claim from prison amid the ongoing Tupac Shakur murder case, alleging that lawyers for Duane “Keefe D” Davis offered him up to $1 million to say Davis was not inside the vehicle involved in Tupac’s fatal shooting. Knight made the allegation during an appearance on “TMZ Live” Tuesday, saying he rejected the alleged offer because, in his words, his loyalty to Tupac “can’t be compromised.” The claim has not been independently established in the supplied material, and Knight did not provide further details about when the alleged offer was made or identify the lawyers…

Dolly Parton will be laid to rest beside her late husband, Carl Dean, at a Nashville mausoleum, giving the couple a final resting place together after nearly six decades of marriage. Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver told TMZ that the country music legend will be buried at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Nashville, Tennessee, where Dean was laid to rest following his death in March 2025. The details of Parton’s burial are personal right down to what she will wear. According to Seaver, she will be buried in her signature high heels and a comfortable cotton dress. The final arrangement…

Dolly Parton was in the process of handling her late husband Carl Dean’s estate when she died at 80, leaving the proceedings unfinished, according to court documents obtained by TMZ. Dean died at age 82 in March 2025. Two months later, in May, Parton filed paperwork related to his estate, with documents showing that Dean had signed a will in 2012 that effectively placed his wife in charge of handling his affairs. The will identified Dean and Parton as husband and wife and stated that they had no children. It also listed five of Dean’s nieces and nephews and 14…

Jane Fonda is remembering Dolly Parton as a friend who left an impact that will outlive her, following the country music legend’s death at 80. Fonda shared an emotional Instagram tribute Tuesday, Aug. 25, calling herself “devastated” by Parton’s death and reflecting on the qualities that made her longtime friend so unforgettable. “More than anyone I have ever known, Dolly will always be with us because she was so present, so powerful, so generous and playful that she is woven into all our lives and hearts forever,” Fonda wrote. The actress pointed to the many pieces of Parton’s legacy that…

Dolly Parton’s family is preparing a small, private service following the country music legend’s death at age 80 in Nashville on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The intimate gathering is being held at Parton’s request, according to a statement from her representative. The ceremony is expected to bring together her immediate family and closest loved ones as they privately celebrate her life and legacy. Parton’s fans around the world, meanwhile, are being encouraged to pay tribute in their own way. Her representative asked supporters to tag Parton’s social media account or leave messages through her official website. The family is also asking…

Dollywood will open its gates Wednesday, just one day after Dolly Parton’s death, with the Tennessee theme park saying the decision reflects what the country music legend would have wanted. Following Parton’s death at 80 on Tuesday, Dollywood representatives announced that the park would continue operating, pointing to one of Parton’s longtime philosophies: “the show must go on.” Parton held the title of Dollywood’s “Dreamer-in-Chief,” and the park said her wish was for it to remain a place where people could find joy, hope and togetherness. “Dolly’s heartfelt wish was that Dollywood always remain a place of joy, hope and…

Reba McEntire is mourning the loss of Dolly Parton with a deeply personal tribute, remembering the country music icon as a longtime friend and thanking her for the love and music she shared with the world. McEntire took to Instagram Tuesday, shortly after Parton’s death was announced, sharing a series of photos spanning their more than 40-year friendship. “Well, I just got the news that my buddy Dolly passed onto the higher and greater side,” McEntire wrote. The “Fancy” singer went on to reflect on Parton’s enormous impact, writing, “Dolly, thank you for all the wonderful things you did for…

Donald Trump is honoring Dolly Parton following the country music legend’s death, ordering American flags across the country to be lowered for one week in tribute to her legacy. The president took to Truth Social Tuesday after news broke that Parton had died at 80, writing, “There has never been anyone like her, and never will.” Trump said the flag order would begin at 6 p.m. Tuesday, directing American flags to be lowered nationwide in honor of Parton. He ended his tribute with a simple message: “Rest in Peace, Dolly! The World loves you.” The presidential tribute comes as condolences…

Dolly Parton, the legendary country music singer, songwriter and actress whose career stretched across more than six decades, has died at 80. Her head of security announced her death Tuesday on Instagram, and TMZ reports she died at a Nashville hospital. Parton was admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center early Friday morning with kidney and autoimmune issues, according to TMZ. She died at the hospital Tuesday morning. The cause of death has not been disclosed. The news comes days after Parton acknowledged that she had been dealing with health problems. Speaking to PEOPLE on Friday, she said she had been…

A former LAPD detective testified that Duane “Keffe D” Davis allegedly linked Sean “Diddy” Combs to an attempted payment for Tupac Shakur’s killing — a claim Diddy’s camp strongly disputes. Sean “Diddy” Combs has been pulled into the explosive Tupac Shakur murder trial after a former LAPD detective testified that Duane “Keffe D” Davis allegedly told investigators the music mogul had attempted to arrange payment for Tupac’s killing. The allegation surfaced during testimony from former Los Angeles police detective Daryn Dupree, who told jurors about an interview he conducted with Davis while investigating the 1997 murder of The Notorious B.I.G.…

A supposed jail photo of the rapper is circulating online, but TMZ has learned the image is AI-generated and does not show Lil Durk. A supposed mug shot of Lil Durk is going viral across social media — but there’s one major problem: the photo isn’t real. The image appears to show the Grammy-winning rapper, whose real name is Durk Devontay Banks, with a shaved head while wearing what looks like jail clothing. But sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ the viral image is bogus and represents another example of AI-generated content being passed around as real. Lil Durk Is…

The 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West says she could see herself working at Starbucks while pursuing her passion for music. North West may have grown up surrounded by Hollywood fame, but the young rapper says she has a surprisingly ordinary career goal in mind: working at Starbucks. The 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West opened up about her future during a recent interview with Dazed Digital. When interviewer Marios Mystidis asked North what career she might pursue if she weren’t making music, basketball wasn’t even on her radar. Instead, she had a much more unexpected…