The series of alleged ransom notes sent to media outlets about Nancy Guthrie's kidnapping are bogus, according to a new report.
Reuters published an article Tuesday, saying the Federal Bureau of Investigation determined the notes are fake, but did not say how investigators came to that conclusion.
TMZ and other news outlets received the notes, which were then turned over to the FBI for analysis. Most of the letters were sent early on in the case, but TMZ received another one just last week.
Harvey Weinstein recently had another major health scare in jail -- suffering heart failure, TMZ has learned.
Sources with direct knowledge tell us ... the disgraced Hollywood film producer was incarcerated on Riker's Island in NYC about 2 weeks ago when he experienced heart failure due to pneumonia.
Weinstein was being held in the Queens jail complex, awaiting sentencing in September for a 2025 sexual assault conviction. He has had a bunch of health scares behind bars over the past few years.
Taylor Parker told investigators her pal Reagan Simmons-Hancock was screaming at her to "take her out of me" while she was performing a makeshift C-section ... while being questioned about Reagan's murder.
TMZ obtained video of the interrogation from a Bowie County court -- taken just days after Reagan's murder in 2020 -- where Taylor describes her version of the grizzly scene, saying she only remembers hitting Reagan in the head with a mason jar before eventually performing the C-section ... at what she claims her victim's dire request.
Taylor says she told Reagan she didn't know how to get to the baby ... with Reagan's only response being, "Get her out of me!" after the two women went at it, shoving each other around, according to Taylor's side of the story.
The New York Mets are in need of a new manager ... and former MLB star Jose Reyes has a name in mind -- Carlos Beltran!!
TMZ Sports caught up with the four-time All-Star this week ... and got his thoughts on his old squad days after they parted ways with skipper Carlos Mendoza due to a 34-47 start.
Reyes doesn't think Mendoza deserves all the blame for the lack of success -- he thinks he's a great guy and a good manager -- but agreed that a change had to happen due to the team's massive payroll.
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Stars, stripes … and a brand new bikini.
Nothing quite says Fourth of July like refreshing your swimsuit collection with a patriotic two piece. Whether you're spending the holiday lounging by the pool, heading to the beach, or hopping on a boat with friends, a festive swimsuit is an essential part of the dress code.
From classic stars and stripes to chic red, white, and blue designs, these bikinis are guaranteed to bring the heat all weekend long.
Sexyy Red wrote an emotional letter to the judge presiding over late music producer Tay Keith's lawsuit over unpaid music royalties ... TMZ has learned.
Sexyy wrote the note, obtained by TMZ, on June 6, 2026 ... just days before Tay's death. He was suing her label when he died.
In her letter, Sexyy disputes the claims made in Tay's case and says she recently learned that she was named as a defendant ... adding, "I am appalled and furthermore hurt by the allegations made."
Chris Brown is on the hook for a massive judgement to his ex-housekeeper after a jury found him liable for her injuries from a dog attack on his property, TMZ has learned.
A jury came down with the decision on Tuesday after a lengthy trial between Chris and Maria Avila.
Maria sued Chris claiming he was negligent in allowing the large dog to roam his backyard … which is where she claims she was mauled while taking out the trash. In his initial response to the lawsuit, Chris argued Maria provoked the dog and caused her own injuries.
It's just "One of Them Days ..." Can you score the scorchin' star szallin' in these hot shot selfies?!
She's a singer-songwriter known for hit songs like "Kill Bill" and "Snooze" but don't knock her on-screen credits ... She starred in a Netflix film with Keke Palmer ...
Taylor Swiftand Travis Kelce's wedding is shaping up to be crazy expensive ... and that's not even counting the roughly $160,000 it's going to cost for police assigned to work two events at Madison Square Garden.
Our high-ranking NYPD sources tell us there are going to be over 70 detectives from precincts all across the city assigned to Thursday's rehearsal and Friday's wedding ... and they'll be working 8.5 hour shifts at $80 to $90 an hour.
We'll spare you the math ... that's $95,200 on the low end.
In addition, we're told there will be over 50 police officers assigned to MSG as well ... they're mostly rookies making $70 an hour for a 9-hour shift ... which would be another $63,000.
Our sources say some NYPD higher-ups in will also be working ... so the salary figure should push over $160K.
With Ariana Grande's "Eternal Sunshine" era making headlines and a few nods to her exes during performances -- we dug up this oldie but goodie: Jai Brooks.
Jai was just 17 when he and Ariana started dating in 2012 before calling it quits for good in 2014.
James Kennedy is getting ready to say "I do" ... the former "Vanderpump Rules" star is engaged to girlfriend Jordan Meyers after a romantic proposal at Villa d'Este on Italy's famed Lake Como.
The DJ shared the exciting news Tuesday on Instagram, posting a carousel of photos from the picturesque proposal at the luxury lakeside hotel.
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James kept the caption simple, writing, "We're engaged!! I love you, adventures with you forever and ever. Thank you for making me the luckiest guy in the world.❤️🔥"
The photos show Kennedy dropping to one knee before the couple celebrated against the postcard worthy backdrop of Lake Como.
James was previously engaged to Raquel Leviss before they called it quits in 2021. He later moved on with Ally Lewber, whose relationship with James also unfolded on the Bravo series.
Rob Kardashian made a rare appearance alongside his famous fam ... grinning wide in a photo shoot!
The reclusive Kardashian sibling stood with three of his sisters -- sans Kylieand Kendall Jenner -- and their mom Kris Jenner while decked out in a Dodger cap, matching blue shorts and a t-shirt.
While not the sharpest outfit in the bunch -- Kris, Kourtney, Kim, and Khloé are style icons after all -- Rob looks happy here while hanging with the rest of his family.
Alannah Keyser has obviously received a ton of hate since video of her spewing the n-word came out ... but she says a few fans have also stood by her side -- and they keep her going.
The "Love Island USA" Bombshell appeared on "One Night with Steiny" alongside Ray J where she talked about the public's vitriol.
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Then she brings up the nice messages she's gotten amid the slur video resurfacing ... insisting to a skeptical Ray J those comments help make her feel better.
'Bachelorette' alum DeAnna Pappas scored a win in her battle over money with her ex-husband Stephen Stagliano … after claiming she was living off her savings to survive, TMZ has learned.
DeAnna and Stephen faced off in a L.A. courtroom, where the judge ended up siding with the reality star.
The judge ordered Stephen to pay DeAnna $109k she claimed to be owed in their divorce settlement ... and $27,240 for legal fees.
Santa Claus won't be able to make his round for Christmas in July this year ... because he's been arrested on a couple very serious charges.
Here's the deal ... a 75-year-old man who legally changed his name to "Santa Claus" was arrested last week as part of a child sex sting operation.
According to Kenner Police Department, Santa jingled all the way behind bars on two charges ... computer-aided solicitation of a minor and indecent behavior with a juvenile. His bond was set at $20K for each charge.
KPD alleges Santa initiated contact with an undercover agent posing as a 15-year-old. Investigators claim he discussed engaging in sexual acts with the fictious teen during the course of conversation.
Colleen Zenk -- a longtime soap opera star best known for starring in "As the World Turns" and "The Young and the Restless" -- has been arrested for DUI again ... though she doesn't look bothered by it on bit in her mug shot.
The Daytime Emmy Award nominee was arrested in Collier County, Florida on May 15.
She was booked on two charges -- DUI resulting in damage to property or a vehicle belonging to another person; and DUI with a blood alcohol level of 0.15 or higher.
