Jermaine Jackson feared claims that he raped a woman would tarnish not only his reputation, but also his son Jafaar Jackson's big break in the "Michael" biopic ... TMZ has learned.
In new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Jermaine said he was unaware ofRita Butler Barrett’s lawsuit against him … or the $6.5 million default judgment she was awarded in May ... until he got blindsided during the press tour for the biopic.
He says the coverage of the default judgment ruined "what should have been a proud and important professional moment for my son and our family." He says he was "shocked and deeply concerned about the effect of those reports on my reputation and on the promotion of my son's motion picture.”
JP Morgan Chase gave the ax to a senior executive caught on video dumping garbage onto an NYC sidewalk at the Knicks championship parade and then stealing the trash receptacle, according to a new report.
The Manhattan-based bank told the New York Post that it fired Angie Baez after reviewing footage posted online showing the bizarre incident during last Thursday's parade in the Big Apple. As you know, the Knicks beat the Spurs 4-1 to take home the NBA Championship.
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Videos uploaded to X show Baez decked out in Knicks gear as she dumps the contents of the trash bin onto the sidewalk and then walks away with it in front of stunned pedestrians.
Taylor Swift has touched down on stage at "Tight End University" ... performing at the NFL event co-founded by none other than her soon-to-be hubby Travis Kelce!
Nashville was graced Tuesday night with yet another Taylor spectacle where she performed her hits "Shake It Off" and "Love Story" to close out the show like for the Tight Ends & Friends Concert.
Takeoff's parents are fighting over how and where to divvy up settlement money from a wrongful death suit over the late Migos member's murder … with his mom arguing his dad was "barely present" in their son's life ... TMZ has learned.
TMZ obtained legal docs revealing the bitter back-and-forth between Takeoff's mom, Titania Davenport, and his dad, Kenneth Ball. The war involves settlement money from a wrongful death lawsuit brought by Takeoff's mom in Texas.
In the docs, Titania said she had a "close, loving and nurturing relationship" with her son for his entire lifetime. She said she cared for and raised him from birth as a single parent. She said she provided him with nearly sole financial support until he became an adult.
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If your summer plans involve a pool, a playlist and any kind of party, you're gonna want to listen up.
This year, Prime Day has taken it to 11 with major discounts on headphones, portable speakers, and other audio essentials.
Whether you're the resident DJ at your backyard BBQ, want to lay by the beach as you blast your favorite songs or just need to tune out the crying baby on your flight to Italy, Amazon has got you totally covered.
3:35 PM PT -- A Disney official told TMZ in response to the video ... the safety of park guests is their highest priority ... and attractions are designed with multiple safety measures, and teams are trained to respond quickly in situations like this, which they did — the ride was immediately stopped.
We're told as is customary in situations like these, officials with the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, better known as Cal/OSHA, inspected the attraction yesterday and approved it to open.
Terrifying new video shows the moment a 13-year-old boy at Disneyland tumbled down a 50-foot waterfall after getting off a moving ride.
The footage, captured Sunday by another theme park guest, shows the 13-year-old climbing out of the Tiana's Bayou Adventure log ride right before the famous drop ... then falling down the water-covered track.
Fair warning -- if you've ever been on Tiana's Bayou Adventure, or any similar log ride, you might want to look away.
Jordyn Woods is already making bank with her "lucky bag" flying off the shelves ... but ex-NBA player John Salley thinks there's another way for Karl-Anthony Towns' fiancée to line her pockets -- sell the original, which only retails for $125, for $200k!!
TMZ Sports caught up with the four-time NBA champ at a launch party for his cover of Beverly Hills Living Magazine over the weekend ... and naturally, we had to talk all things New York Knicks with the Brooklyn native.
First of all, Salley said he called their title back in November ... and Jalen Brunson made him a VERY rich man for putting his money where his mouth was at the time.
Bonnie Rotten's legal troubles with JesseJamesaren't staying in the garage ... prosecutors have officially moved forward with criminal charges in her domestic violence case.
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Bonnie -- whose real name is Alaina Antoinnette James -- has been formally charged in Texas with assault causing bodily injury-family violence ... a misdemeanor offense that carries a maximum punishment of up to one year in jail, if she's convicted.
The charge stems from a March incident involving her husband ... the famed motorcycle builder and reality TV star. Prosecutors allege Bonnie caused bodily injury to Jesse by punching him, scratching his face and eye area, and/or biting his thumb, hand or finger.
The BET Awards are this weekend, and we've got a throwback pic of this year's host ... Can you guess who he is?!
He's an American actor-comedian who was recently spotted at a Chris Lake DJ set with Travis Kelce during a boys' weekend leading up to his wedding to Taylor Swift.
Dustin Poirier says quitting fighting hasn't been easy, admitting he's struggling with booze ... after police video showed the former UFC champ belligerently cursing airport employees out before being arrested on Sunday.
"Im at the point where I need some help, walking away from fighting hasn't been easy on me and alcohol isn't the answer. It has ruined my father's life and I will not allow it to ruin mine, my family deserves me at 100%," Poirier wrote Tuesday night on Instagram.
He ended his message to fans with a vow to get help.
"I'm trying to do everything I can to get my mind right and take the right next steps."
TMZ Sports broke the story earlier this week ... the 37-year-old fighter, who retired in July, was arrested on Father's Day around 4PM at the Hartsfield-Jackson airport near Atlanta.
It's unclear exactly what went down on the airplane before taking off, but Poirier was removed from the aircraft, and he flipped out.
Police body camera shows Dustin acting aggressively with airport staff and a police officer who was attempting to de-escalate the situation.
"Let's go, big dog. Let's go, big dog. What's up? Buncha hos. Let's go. Let's go. F***in' lying motherf****r. Yeah, pulled me off the plane, all my boys went to the f***in' crib. Now, what the f***?" Poirier said.
"Man, f*** you and f*** her and f*** her. I'll fight you right now," Poirier said, squaring up with the man, who retreated and called for help.
Dustin ultimately went peacefully with the cops and even dapped up the officer he initially cussed out.
Poirier was arrested for "Public Drunk" -- a misdemeanor that can carry up to one year in jail with a conviction.
More importantly than the criminal case he now faces, Dustin, known as one of the best and most charitable fighters in MMA, says he needs help.
Poirier's still one of the more popular fighters around the sport, and countless fans hope he gets what he needs.
Before cops slapped Drake Von in handcuffs following his DUI crash, the adult film star insisted he hadn't been drinking or using any substances behind the wheel ... and the exchange was all captured on police body camera footage obtained by TMZ.
The video shows Las Vegas Metro officers questioning Drake in an emergency room waiting area after Saturday's crash.
During the conversation, Drake tells officers he had not consumed alcohol or any substances before driving. He says he recently purchased the Tesla and explains the last time he drank was about a week earlier at a party, where he had wine.
Blueface'sdaughter Journey keeps going viral for what comes out of her mouth ... but her grandmasays that's exactly what makes her a star.
Karlissa Saffold stopped by "The TMZ Podcast" this week and gave us an update on the youngster many fans know as "Pinkface" ... and who is famous for swearing on camera.
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Karlissa admits the family has probably gotten a little too comfortable cussing around the kid. She explains that Journey's mother, Jaidyn Alexis, has bad road rage and often curses when Journey is in the back seat of the car -- and like most kids ... they repeat what they hear.
Soap star Marcy Walker -- best known as Liza Colby on "All My Children" is in need of "serious medical care" ... this according to her former costar.
Word of Marcy's health issues first got out back in May, when her "Santa Barbara" costar, A Martinez, addressed why they were charging for their June 7 live stream.
Martinez said in an Instagramvideo ... "Marcy has been ill and is working hard to get well."
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He explained Marcy "has come face-to-face with the financial challenges that so often plague those of us unlucky enough to need serious medical care in our country."
Big Tigger landed in legal trouble after authorities arrested him on battery and cruelty to children charges ... and now we're learning it's all stemming from an alleged altercation with his wife.
According to documents, the incident traces back to a dispute in May between Tigger and his wife, Alicia Brown, at their Sandy Springs home.
Brown told investigators the argument erupted over text messages Tigger allegedly exchanged with a female co-worker over several weeks ... according to local outlet WSB-TV.
We broke the story ... the radio host was taken into custody Saturday and later released after posting a $10,000 bond.