Mark Sanchez has barely uttered a peep since he was stabbed in Indianapolis, leaving him fighting for his life and facing serious criminal charges ... until Friday, when the retired QB wrote a heartfelt tribute to his family.
The former first-round draft pick turned NFL broadcaster took to Instagram, where he posted two photos of his wife, Perry, and their two adorable little twin daughters, alongside a message of gratitude for those who have had his back.
"This time of year always makes me look around and appreciate what matters, but this one hits different," 39-year-old Sanchez wrote. "I’m just grateful—to wake up, to be home, and to be able to wrap my arms around my wife and kids."
The stepbrother of Anna Kepner -- the teen girl who tragically died on the Carnival Horizon last month -- has been sent to live with relatives as the FBI investigates him in connection with Anna's death.
According to People, Anna's stepmother, Shauntel Kepner, who is the 16-year-old boy's biological mother, made the decision along with her husband -- Anna's biological father -- Christopher Kepner. The move was intended to remove any risk of danger to the other children in their home.
Shauntel reportedly revealed this information Friday during a custody hearing. The court appearance stemmed from Shantel's ex-husband, Thomas Hudson, reportedly filing an emergency custody motion requesting that a judge grant him custody of their youngest daughter, who lives with Shauntel and Christopher.
Thomas's motion was possibly out of concern the stepbrother might harm the daughter he shares with Shauntel.
Anna was reportedly found by a cabin steward on November 8 -- wrapped in a blanket and tucked under a bed -- during a Caribbean cruise with her family.
A recent report claims Anna’s stepbrother allegedly had a weird infatuation with the teen cheerleader ... even climbing on top of her in bed once, according to Steven Westin, the father of Anna’s ex-boyfriend.
Tekashi 6ix9ine just caught a huge break at his sentencing on Friday!!! Feds had been pushing for the rainbow-haired rapper to get prison time for various probation violations, and the judge agreed -- to just 3 months!!!
The judge labeled Tekashi a "dumpster fire" during his sentencing in federal court in NYC on Friday and explained the violation requires prison time no matter what, but opted not to throw the book at him.
The Centers for Disease Control is a total "clown show," and people need to trust the advice of their local doctors instead ... so says a respected pediatrician.
Dr. Paul Offit joined us on "TMZ Live" Friday to talk after the Centers for Disease Control vaccine advisory committee voted to remove the recommendation that all newborns get the hepatitis B vaccine.
Offit says he is outraged by the CDC's vote ... claiming more infants and toddlers will suffer from the disease because of the new, uninformed recommendation.
It's not truly a holiday season until the whole fam is decked out in matching PJs! Whether you're snapping family photos, sipping hot cocoa around the tree on Christmas Eve or opening presents together, there's nothing more festive than a holly, jolly pair of pajamas.
This season, get the fun started early with a matching set for everyone in the family ... and that includes four-legged friends too! From elf-inspired sleepwear to classic plaid onesies, these fits are all available on Amazon right now. Don't wait until Santa is on his way and grab these jammies before they're gone!
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Hit the comment section as Babcock, Lucas, Luca, and the whole crew break down the most important topics of the day ... and we'll be interacting with viewers throughout the program between 1 and 2 PM PT.
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TMZ Sports has obtained the 911 call made regarding Elden Campbell's death ... with a man telling the operator he spotted something washed up on the shore that "looks like a human body."
In the audio, the caller sounded confused about what he initially saw on the beach on December 1 ... but after zooming in on his camera, he told the operator, "It looks like a dead person on the floor."
It's Friday Friyay indeed and we've got one of our top performers puttin' on a lil' GRWM (Get Ready With Me) show! Can you guess who she is?
Whether winter or sommertime, she's no stranger to puttin' her voluptuous bod on full display ... she knows how to work it in the gym, on the gram ... and on the red carpet!
"Below Deck" star Fraser Olender says he was rushed to a hospital after suffering a heart attack ... and he's blaming it on his vape.
The reality TV personality says there was something in his vape that gave him vape poisoning ... he says it caused the arteries supplying blood to his heart to suddenly clamp down. He says he suffered spasms, which reduced blood flow to his heart, and he suffered a heart attack.
Fraser says medical specialists in London told him his vape was the culprit after spending a week in a hospital for severe chest pains and difficulty breathing.
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Drake & Bad Bunny -- Apple Music And Spotify's Top Artists of 2025!
Apple Music's Top Artist of 2025 was crowned to Drake, and Spotify placed the gold medal around Bad Bunnyas the top artist globally! Last year, Taylor Swift dominated both of these lists ... but not this year!
Miley Cyrus Puts A (Flashy) Ring On It 💍!
Miley Cyrus is officially engaged! She said "yes" to her man, musician Maxx Morando. "Hannah Montana" fans, amongst all her other millions, are super stoked for this duo! Miley flashed the big ole' diamond during the world premiere of "Avatar: Fire and Ash" earlier this week.
Tara Reidwas slugging wine at the hotel bar where she claims she was drugged ... and she looked pretty chummy with the man whom she pointed out in a police report.
TMZ obtained the surveillance video from the Chicago-area hotel where Tara claims someone slipped something in her drink that made her black out and wake up in a hospital bed ... and all you see in the video is Tara guzzling wine at the bar and talking to folks.
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At first, she's sitting at the bar with a glass of wine, surrounded by four men. She's wearing a coat and beanie, and her purse is on the bar. It looks like two different bartenders bring over a glass of wine, and she slugs them both. Tara had said she only had one drink.
Bianca Censori is hiding by the seat of her pants ... literally, because she used her shorts to cover up her face while walking into an appointment.
Kanye West's wife was spotted walking into a doctor's office Thursday ... wearing a strapless black top and just leggings, which did little to cover her impressive backside.
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Apparently, she wore a pair of spandex shorts while driving to the place ... but decided to strip them off to give herself a little anonymity -- because nothing says "Don't look" like a beautiful woman without pants on, right???
George Pickens just wrote another chapter in his "Book of Deleted Instagram Disses" -- this time, the Cowboys receiver ripped into ex-NFLer Richard Sherman for comments made on "Thursday Night Football."
Just a week after Pickens set his sights on Philadelphia and Eagles fans and said they're only good for sandwiches, the 24-year-old athlete shifted focus to the Prime Video analyst.
Sherman criticized Pickens for seeming "uninterested" and giving a "half-assed" performance in CeeDee Lamb's absence after the loss to the Detroit Lions ... something, he said, simply can't happen if No. 3 wants to be the best in the NFL.
DJ Quik's son, David Marvin Blake Jr., has been convicted of second-degree murder, stemming from a 2022 incident that left a man dead in a Los Angeles suburb.
According to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, Blake Jr. was found guilty of one count of second-degree murder and one count of shooting from a motor vehicle.
Prosecutors say he is now facing up to 40 years in prison.
Taylor Swiftcan leave a "Blank Space" on a check all she wants, but she still wouldn't be able to buy her perfect wedding date from another couple at her fave venue ... so says the venue itself.
Here's the deal ... a recent report claimed the singer-songwriter wants to marry Travis Kelceon June 13, naturally, next year at Ocean House in Westerly, Rhode Island -- but that date was already held for another bride and groom.
According to the report, Taylor unzipped her wallet and dropped a bag to claw back her chosen date ... because money can't buy you love, but it might buy you a lovely, romantic venue.
President Trump finally got his hands on the peace prize he so desperately wanted ... no, it's not the Nobel variety, but something far better ... an award from soccer's governing body!!!
Trump was just awarded the brand spanking new FIFA Peace Prize ... getting the hardware Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented his good buddy with the first-ever award, which consists of a trophy of golden hands holding a soccer ball, plus a medal and, wait for it, a certificate.
