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President Trump has taken out another bad actor in the world, blowing up the leader of the vicious transnational crime syndicate, Tren de Aragua.

On Friday, Trump posted a video to Truth Social, which he says shows the exact moment Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores was incinerated during a U.S. strike on a building in Venezuela ... where the cartel leader was holed up.

47 accompanied the stunning clip with his usual blunt banter, writing that our military had killed Flores in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike" in coordination with "our friends in Venezuela." Trump also called Flores "the infamous leader of Tren De Aragua," which is "one of the most bloodthirsty Terrorist Organizations on Planet Earth."

Kyle Cooke feels betrayed by West Wilson and Amanda Batula ... but that doesn't mean he needs to take himself out of the dating game!

The "Summer House" star was spotted at an Uber event in New York City Friday night with a mystery brunette in tow ... and yes, they were definitely together. Just look at the clip -- he held her hand to lead her through the crowd, and at another point, they were listening to the Backstreet Boys with Bravo honcho Andy Cohen.

It's unclear if they're just pals or an item, but we're happy to see Kyle getting out there as he continues to grapple with the fact his former close friend, West, is now fully in a relationship with Kyle's estranged wife, Amanda.

Ashlee Jenae's fiancé is turning his pain into purpose ... Joe McCann tells us he's begun the process of setting up a foundation in Ashlee's honor.

According to Joe, the foundation will be a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to preventing self-harm and helping people who have thoughts of self-harm.

Joe says he felt inspired to help others after Ashlee -- whose real name is Ashly Robinson -- tragically took her own life during their April getaway to Zanzibar.

6/13 -- 9:30 AM PT -- President Donald Trump's name has officially been removed from the Kennedy Center after a crew began the process around midnight Pacific Time, The Washington Post reports.

A tarp still covers the lettering on the front of the structure, but it should read "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" again.

6/13 -- 4:15 AM PT -- The original deadline to remove Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. has passed ... but on early Saturday, workers officially began dismantling the highly-debated letters.

But, as you can see ... the crew hung a massive white tarp from the building, so it's unclear how much progress has been made.

The court-ordered deadline was Friday, but the Kennedy Center asked a judge to extend the deadline until noon ET Saturday, citing thunderstorms causing a delay, AP reported. The work is expected to wrap up Saturday morning.

6/12 -- 4:57 PM -- A rainbow was spotted outside the Kennedy Center while a crowd gathered to watch Trump's name get taken down. It's a pretty poetic visual, considering it's Pride month.

Donald Trump's name is being removed from the Kennedy Center thanks to a judge's order ... and it's time for workers to rip off those big ol' letters ... and TMZ is streaming live.

The sitting president's name has to come off the Kennedy Center by the end of today ... the final day of the judge's deadline to comply with his ruling ... and all eyes are on the famed Washington D.C. arts institution as it gets a facelift.

Scaffolding's already in place ... and the construction crew's expected to get cracking on it any minute -- though they may be waiting to see if an appeals court waves them off at the 11th hour.

Splish splash, these famous gals are rockin' all hues of blue just in time for summer, and you already know they're showin' off their curves ...

Sexy stars like Emily Sears and Demi Lovato brought some serious blue vibes to the 'gram, while Charly Jordan's strapless look made hearts go BAM!

Nicole Scherzinger and Bernice Burgos kept it cool with poses by the ocean ... and the swimming pool!

Tomorrow!!! The sprawling lawns of the White House will be slammed with fist-flying action as UFC Freedom 250 brings some of the sport's biggest stars to the nation's capital.

From championship clashes to heavyweight fireworks, the historic event is set to deliver a knockout night in front of a uniquely American backdrop ....

Before the fighters step into the spotlight, can you identify the shredded studs from their bulked-up shots?!

Courtney Stodden is happy with her breast reduction ... but she's shocked how many men are upset with her new look.

We got Courtney out in Hollywood and she told our photog why it was the right call to downsize ... and why anyone having a breakdown over her new body needs to chill.

Courtney was joined by her Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, Dr. Stuart Linder ... who she said did a wonderful job making her more proportional ... and yes, they're still spectacular.

Taylor Swift isn't taking any chances when it comes to keeping details of her wedding to Travis Kelce under wraps ... 'cause TMZ has learned guests are required to sign a strict non-disclosure agreement before receiving information about the highly anticipated event.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... family and friends who received coveted invitations were also sent an iron-clad NDA.

As TMZ first reported ... Taylor called up guests last month to personally invite them to the wedding, which is expected to take place July 3 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. 

Gene Shalit, the legendary film critic who -- thanks to his walrus mustache and exuberant personality -- was identifiable as any movie star, has died.

The beloved Hollywood personality and NBC newsman died Friday, his family informed the network.

The exact cause of death was not released ... but family said Gene died peacefully.

The person in control of Nick Reiner’s trust initially refused to pay out money until an investigation was complete, according to Nick’s lawyer. 

TMZ obtained a letter written by Nick’s lawyer on May 11 that was sent to the trustee of Nick’s trust, which was set up by Rob and Michele Reiner.

The trust holds around $1.7 million, per the docs. In his petition, Nick’s lawyer demanded the money to distribute the cut he was owed when he turned 30, two years before he allegedly murdered his parents in their L.A. home.

Brad Pitt is being called out for secretly attempting to gain information in his legal fight against his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie, in their never-ending war ... TMZ has learned.

The claims are courtesy of the Russian vodka giant, Stoli ... the company's long been dragged into Brad's lawsuit against Angelina over their French estate, Château Miraval.

In new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Stoli claims Brad has been making improper moves. They say his team fired off a subpoena in December 2025 to a bank as part of a bankruptcy that Stoli filed in Texas. The subpoena asked the bank to turn over emails exchanged with Stoli, and included questions about Vladimir Putin, Russia, and any Russian assets of Stoli. 

Hank Azaria is not happy that Taylor Swift was courtside for the Knicks game ... while he had to watch their insane win from the nosebleeds.

"The Simpsons" voice actor went on "The Dan Le Batard Show" Thursday to complain that the pop star was taking up not one, but several seats on Celebrity Row for Game 4 Wednesday.

He told the show's hosts ... "I'll tell you, the one that bothered me was Taylor Swift." "The Birdcage" star noted that while TS was front row, he was "way up in what they call the Cisco Suites," which he says are practically on the ceiling.

The McDonald's near Disney World apparently wasn't "The Most Magical Place on Earth" for one woman ... who told cops a dude pulled out his little Mickey D in front of her and started masturbating.

According to the police report, obtained by TMZ, the woman told officers she was sitting in a parking lot adjacent to the fast-food restaurant when a man, who cops say is Gavin Blakely Jones, parked behind her, exited his vehicle, pulled out his penis, and began pleasuring himself.

The woman told cops she knew the alleged McDonald's masturbator was aware of her presence because they made eye contact during his dirty deed.

Meadow Walker isn't afraid to drop the top ... but we're not talking convertibles ... she's sharing topless photos.

The 27-year-old turned heads in a series of sun-soaked snaps posted on social media, including one shot where she ditched her bikini top and strategically covered herself with her hands while posing for the camera.

Paul Walker's daughter kept things playful, too ... flashing a cheeky expression and covering her mouth in mock shock as she soaked up the sunshine.

An anonymous tip claiming Nancy Guthrie's remains were buried in Mexico led to a massive search, but there's still no sign of her ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... it's unclear who in Buscando Corazones Nogales -- a volunteer group that searches for missing people -- received the original anonymous tip that Nancy's remains were in a shallow grave in Mexico.

FBI agents were not dispatched because they have no jurisdiction in Mexico ... but Buscando Corazones Nogales searched. They have not found Nancy's remains.

Tiger Woods looks as good as a hole-in-one ... appearing happy, rested, and recovered after leaving rehab.

The legendary golfer was seen for the first time in several weeks ... returning to Jupiter, Florida, after coming back from Switzerland, where he went through rehab ... flashing a smile Friday as he walked out of a private airport.

Tiger wore a pair of white athletic shorts and a long-sleeve black shirt ... and it looked like he had a dog in tow.