Author: Wamala

D.L. Hughley didn’t hold back when he weighed in on the Philadelphia Eagles players who accepted President Donald Trump’s invitation to visit the White House. Speaking on TMZ Live, the comedian specifically called out Saquon Barkley, the Eagles’ star running back, for attending the celebration — and he didn’t mince words. Hughley, known for his outspoken opinions, made it clear that any Black person who chooses to visit Trump in the White House does not understand or care about the struggles facing the Black community. His remarks hit hard, accusing Barkley of being “indifferent” to Black issues and not paying…

Chris Pontius, famed for his antics on Jackass and Wildboyz, is weighing in on one of the most absurd debates consuming the internet: Could 100 men defeat a full-grown gorilla in combat? His answer? Not a chance. During an exclusive chat with TMZ, Pontius reflected on his unforgettable experience with silverback gorillas during his Wildboyz adventures in Rwanda. According to the prankster-turned-animal expert, he has no doubts that one gorilla could easily overpower an entire legion of men. Pontius’ reasoning: gorillas are just too strong, too fast, and too intimidating for a human to handle, especially when it comes to…

Chris Pontius

The viral prank call that fooled Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft has stirred up major debate online — and now one of the most iconic pranksters in pop culture is weighing in. Johnny Brennan, the creator of The Jerky Boys, spoke exclusively with TMZ Sports and shared his perspective on the now-infamous phone hoax that briefly tricked Sanders into thinking he’d been drafted earlier than he actually was. While Brennan admits the prank was “kinda funny,” he also emphasized that it crossed a line his legendary comedy duo always avoided. The Jerky Boys’ Golden Rule: Never Crush Dreams…

Jerky Boys Creator

In an unexpected twist, reality TV star and political commentator Omarosa Manigault Newman is extending an olive branch to embattled talk show icon Wendy Williams. Despite a public feud that played out years ago on daytime television, Omarosa is now voicing her full support for Williams’ release from court-ordered guardianship—becoming the latest celebrity to rally behind the #FreeWendy movement. The former White House aide was recently spotted leaving St. Felix in Hollywood when a TMZ photographer asked for her thoughts on Wendy’s controversial legal situation. Without hesitation, Omarosa threw her support behind Wendy, saying that the media veteran deserves to…

Omarosa

Veteran R&B singer Brian McKnight is taking a stand against what he calls “malicious and defamatory lies” after controversial singer Jaguar Wright accused him of abusing prostitutes and his ex-wife, Julie McKnight. In a newly filed lawsuit, McKnight aims to clear his name and hold Wright legally accountable for what he says are outrageous falsehoods designed to tarnish his image and credibility. According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Brian McKnight is suing Jaguar Wright for defamation and emotional distress stemming from a string of disturbing social media allegations she made about him. The Grammy-nominated artist says Wright knowingly spread…

Brian McKnight

In a sit-down with Them, a well-known LGBTQ+ publication, the 29-year-old proudly announced, “I’m stepping into this new identity,” officially introducing herself to the world as Airyn. “Visible, But Never Seen” Airyn reflected on her journey with gender identity and self-acceptance, revealing that although she’s always been “visible” as one of De Niro’s seven children, she’s never truly felt “seen” for who she is. Now, she’s taking control of her narrative, determined to live authentically. “There’s a difference between being visible and being seen,” she shared in the interview. “I’ve always been visible, but I’ve rarely felt truly seen.” Facing…