Oliver Tree's Death Former GF Melanie Martinez Says She's An 'Absolute Wreck'

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Oliver Tree's ex Melanie Martinez says she's been an "absolute wreck" ever since news broke that the popular singer died in a fiery helicopter crash.

Martinez posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram Stories after Tree and 5 other people were killed Sunday when two helicopters collided while flying over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. 

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In her message, Martinez showered Tree with praise, writing that he was a true artist with a soft heart and a contagious and warm laugh.

Dwight Howard My Ex Tricked Me Into Marriage ... She Lied About Fertility!!!

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Former NBA Star Dwight Howard says his wife is a master of lies and manipulation ... and alleges she tricked him into marriage with false claims about her fertility ... at least according to new legal docs obtained by TMZ.

Dwight filed court docs requesting a protective order against Amber -- also known by her stage name Amy Luciani -- claiming they have had a rocky relationship for years … which led to him filing for divorce.

He said Amber started a “crusade of lies and defamation” against him … costing him job opportunities. He said she is also spreading lies about him to his family, friends, and the mothers of his children.

UFC Freedom 250 Way More Than 50 Stars at this Event ... Mackenzie Dern, Joshua Van & More

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UFC Freedom 250's got more stars than the American flag ... and we've got a gallery capturing the crowd in all its glory.

Charlie Cotton caught up with Kid Rock -- who told us UFC Freedom 250 ranks #1 in all United States sporting events of ALL TIME!!!

Heavy hitters like Mackenzie Dern, Joshua Van and Diego Lopes also pulled up to the prez's place Sunday evening before one of the most-anticipated events in sports.

Gilbert Burns put a fan in a headlock for a photo-op ... while Jean Silva stood next to his admirers, fists raised, for pics.

Eric Dickerson Stay On The Couch, Aaron Donald!!!

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Rams fans are dreaming of Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald on the same team ... but one franchise legend is telling the retired defensive monster to stay just that.

TMZ Sports caught up with Eric Dickerson out at LAX this ... and we had to ask about the rumors that A.D. could dust off the helmet for another Super Bowl run with Los Angeles after acquiring Garrett from the Cleveland Browns earlier this month.

While he claimed he'd LOVE to see 35-year-old Donald put on that No. 99 jersey again (who wouldn't?) ... E.D. kept it real and said it's in his best interest to keep his ass on the couch on Sundays.

Early Prime Day Sale Suck Up These Vacuum Deals!

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UFC Freedom 250 In The (History) Books ... KO's, Controversy, & Patriotism!!!

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It's curtains on UFC Freedom 250 ... a history-making night at the White House that had everything from an endless stream of knockouts, to an idiotic comment about Michelle Obama.

The judges could've just stayed at home, 'cause all seven fights on the card ended in knockout ... with the main event being the only scrap that even went past the second round.

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The night started with President Trump and Dana White walking from the Oval Office to a balcony overlooking the Octagon on the South Lawn ... before the National Anthem was performed.

UFC's Josh Hokit Says 'Michelle Obama Is A Man' In Crazy Octagon Interview

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Josh Hokit may not win Fight of the Night, but he's got the most offensive post-fight interview on lock ... the controversial UFC star just declared Michelle Obama was "a man" while being interviewed by Joe Rogan in the Octagon.

"And lastly, Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?" 28-year-old heavyweight screamed ... as the 4,000-strong crowd groaned, reacting to the bizarre moment.

The comment was made at the end of his in-cage interview, and the moment wasn't addressed by the broadcasting crew.

Singer Oliver Tree Dead at 32 ... Killed in Brazil Helicopter Crash

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Oliver Tree has died after a tragic helictoper crash in Brazil ... according to local authorities.

CNN Brazil -- citing Civil Police of Rio de Janeiro -- reported Tree and 5 others were killed after two helicopters collided above an electric vehicle yard in Southwest Rio de Janeiro Sunday morning.

According to reports ... Tree and four others were in one helicopter -- while only a pilot flew the other. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the crash.

Tree was in his helictoper with 4 other people: passengers Lucas Vignale, Gaspar Prim, Lucas Brito Chaves and pilot Alexandre Souza, according to local outlet Metróples. Pilot Charles Marsillac was in the other helicopter alone.

Oliver Tree My Family's Not Getting a Penny After I Die

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Oliver Tree laid out the details of his will during an interview just weeks before his death ... and he says his family's not getting a dime.

The singer-songwriter -- who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash on Sunday -- appeared on the "Zach Sang Show" back in April ... and he told the host he doesn't feel the wealth he's made from music belongs to him.

Tree says he set up his will so most of his cash is going back to artists through a foundation he started.

Guess Who This Cutie Pie Turned Into!

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"Love is an open door" ... can you guess this cute girlie before she soared?! Here are your clues ...

You know her from "Veronica Mars" and "Forgetting Sarah Marshall." When she's not in front of the cameras, she's a doting mother to her two kiddos.

Can you guess who she is?

UFC's Mauricio Ruffy Proposes On White House Lawn ... After KO'ing Chandler

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Mauricio Ruffy proved himself a lover and fighter on the White House lawn Sunday night ... dominating Michael Chandler, and then proposing to his girlfriend!

"What better place to ask my wife to get married?" Ruffy's translator said from the Octagon, turning to the crowd. "Nadine, I love you. Would you marry me, since we're right here at the White House?"

"She gave a thumbs up," Joe Rogan said.

Knockout Queens Models Brittney Lefevre, Kristina Santa Train Together ... Before Knockout Brawls!!!

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Brittney Lefevre and Kristina Santa are usually lovers ... but it's clear they're quickly turning themselves into fighters -- working out on a beach in a pair of tiny bikinis.

The OnlyFans stars hit Miami Beach this weekend before their bouts at The Knockout Queen ... a multi-day festival in Coachella Valley later this month that will feature OF models using their hands in a decidedly different way than usual.

Brittney and Kristina rip sit-ups and pull-ups in the clips, throw punches and even run sprints -- all while baring pretty much everything in barely-there bathing suits.

UFC's Bo Nickal Big Up, Trump ... Had Balls To Throw Epic Event!!!

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Bo Nickal, one of the president's favorite fighters, gave the big guy a huge shoutout on the microphone after knocking out his opponent at Freedom 250!

"It feels amazing. First and foremost, I gotta thank President Trump for making this happen," the 30-year-old fighter told Joe Rogan from the center of the Octagon, as POTUS watched from just feet away.

"Thank you, Dana, all the UFC, everybody. This is unbelievable. It takes such a special person to be able to have the balls to do something like this. I have so much respect for him, had that for a long time. I'm just grateful to be here. Grateful to be a part of it."

UFC Freedom 250 Donald Trump & Dana White Make Grand Entrance ... Octagon-Side At W.H.!!!

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President Donald Trump and Dana White might've just had the best walkout of the night, before a single punch was thrown, arriving on the South Lawn in style!

After a short rain delay -- thunderstorms were in the area -- POTUS and his longtime friend walked out of the White House's Oval Office, making their way to a balcony overlooking the Octagon ... as a 4,000-strong crowd, many military members, cheered from the stands.

Trump saluted while White held his hand over his heart as the National Anthem was played ... culminating with 12 U.S. military jets doing an AWESOME flyover.

Savannah Chrisley Looking Flippin' Adorable At Pancake Breakfast with Mystery BF

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Savannah Chrisley is continuing to fuel romance speculation ... because she's been spotted at breakfast with the mystery man who's been popping up by her side in recent weeks.

Eyewitnesses tell TMZ the reality TV star was seen hanging out with the unidentified guy in Nashville, where the pair appeared comfortable in each other's company throughout the outing.

We're told there wasn't any over-the-top PDA between the two, but they stayed close for much of the time they were together, looking more than friendly as they spent time side-by-side.

UFC Freedom 250 First Fight Ends In Brutal Knockout ... At White House

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The first fight of the night is officially in the books ... and it ended with a crazy KO!

Diego Lopes and Steve Garcia were first to fight -- and they made history as the first fighters to scrap on the White House's lawn -- and it was fun!

Garcia, ranked 9th, started off strong, getting the better of Lopes, ranked 2nd, in the first round ... but that was until Diego cracked Steve with a left on the chin, rocking his opp.