Rob Reiner & Wife Michele Found Dead at L.A. Home ... Wounds Consistent With A Knife

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Rob Reiner -- the legendary director -- and his wife Michele Singer Reiner have died ... TMZ has learned.

As we told you ... two dead bodies were found in Rob and Michele's Brentwood home Sunday afternoon -- and law enforcement sources tell us it is the Reiners.

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Our sources say the two suffered lacerations consistent with a knife. The LAPD's Robbery Homicide Division is still investigating.

Dispatch audio captures a firefighter calling for backup to the Brentwood mansion around 3:30 PM ... though it doesn't provide any further information about the circumstances in the abode.

Brown University Shooting Police Releasing Person Of Interest ... Cite Insufficient Evidence

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8:40 PM PT -- In a major twist ... Authorities are releasing the person of interest in the Brown University mass shooting because they had "some degree of evidence" against him, but the "evidence now points in a different direction," according to Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha.

The person of interest taken into custody in connection to the Brown University shooting is reportedly a 24-year-old with U.S. Army training.

CNN -- citing multiple law enforcement sources -- has identified the person of interest as Benjamin Erickson ... a man from Wisconsin who served in the army from 2021 to 2024, according to his LinkedIn profile, which has been taken down.

Erickson reportedly passed sniper training, worked in firearms instruction and ultimately left the miltiary after having attained the rank of "specialist."

Patrick Mahomes Knee Buckles in Gut-Wrenching Clip Chiefs Confirm Torn ACL

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Patrick Mahomes' season is over after a devastating knee injury took him out of Sunday's game ... with the team just announcing he's torn his ACL.

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback led his squad against the Los Angeles Chargers ... and, down 16-13 later in the fourth quarter, Mahomes rolled out to the right -- looking to make a play with his legs.

Watch at your own risk ... Mahomes throws the ball away to avoid a tackle for loss -- but his left knee lands awkwardly and gives out.

Content Creator Starter Kit Gift-Worthy Gear For the Next Viral Sensation

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Everyone you know is just one viral video away from becoming a social media superstar ... so set them up for success this holiday season.

Whether you've got a future Alix Earle or Kai Cenat in your life, get them everything they need for their content creator starter kit. We've rounded up some of the most important essentials, from mini mics to selfie lights and powerpacks, so they're ready to go as soon as the TikTok views start racking up!

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Stanley Cup Obsessed Give the Gift of Hydration!

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If anyone in your life has become attached at the hip to their Stanley cup … we're here to let you know that their obsession isn't going away anytime soon.

This holiday season, give them the gift they really want … more Stanley cups (and maybe a few accessories). We rounded up the best Stanley deals on Amazon so that they'll have a cup for all of their beverages of choice, from H2O all the way to hot chocolate to eggnog.

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Rob Reiner Two People Found Dead at L.A. Home

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7:25 PM PT -- We've now confirmed the two people found deceased are in fact Rob and his wife Michele. Click here to read more.

Two people were found dead at a home in West L.A. owned by Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Sunday ... TMZ has confirmed.

The Los Angeles Fire Department was called to the home around 3:30 PM PT for medical aid ... and, authorities found a man, approximately 78, and a woman, approximately 68.

We've confirmed the house does in fact belong to the "This Is Spinal Tap" director ... though we do not know the identities of the deceased at this time.

Brandi Glanville 'Last Christmas' I Gave You My Heart ... This Christmas I'm Flaunting My Booty!!!

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Brandi Glanville's shaking it like it's her "Last Christmas" ... dancing to the hit track in just a pair of tiny bikini bottoms with a pal.

The reality television star shared the fun clip to Instagram Saturday ... which begins with her sauntering up in a Santa hat, red sweater and matching thong-style bikini all while Wham!'s hit holiday song plays.

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Glanville's friend -- buisnessman James Maas, clad in a red, silk bathrobe -- then pushes her out of the way to grab the spotlight ... sparking a light-hearted tussle between the pair that ends in giggles.

Tanner In 'G.B.F.' 'Memba Him?!

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American actor Michael J. Willett was 24 years old when he played Tanner -- the shy gay guy who got outed, prompting the popular kids to claim him as their token gay friend -- in the 2013 rom-com film, "G.B.F."

Willett shared the big screen with Natasha Lyonne as Ms. Hoegel, Paul Iacono as Brent Van Camp and Evanna Lynch as McKenzie Price.

Guess what he looks like now!

Alix Earle Couldn't Support Braxton's Dreams Like I Wanted ... But We're Still Besties!!!

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Alix Earle's sticking up for Braxton Berrios ... calling the guy her "best friend" despite the split ... while sobbing in a clip posted to Instagram.

The social media star gave her fans a full rundown on her breakup ... confirming the recent reporting on their breakup, which she reiterates was due to distance issues they've been dealing with since the summer.

Earle says she felt like she wanted to stay in Los Angeles after her time on "Dancing with the Stars" ... where Berrios couldn't follow her cause he's playing for the Houston Texans.

Panic Purchases Best Beauty Buys Under $50

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Still need some last minute gifts for the skincare maven in your life?

We tracked down some last minute Amazon deals all under $50 -- so whether you want to spoil them with some gift sets or possibly help yourself get some pearly whites with Crest WhiteStrips this holiday, we got you covered!

And check out Amazon's full Holiday Deals page here.

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Taylor Swift Don't Look, Girls ... Plays With Travis' Nieces While Chiefs Are Eliminated

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Taylor Swift's already practicing her aunt skills -- playing with Jason and Kylie Kelce's kids at Travis' game on Sunday -- while her man dealt with heartbreak on the field.

The singer-songwriter was spotted in her usual spot while Kansas City took on the Los Angeles Chargers ... laughing and talking to one of the Kelce brood.

Tay even picked up the kiddo and held her on her shoulder while walking around the box ... clearly getting in some quality time with her future fam.

Ben Affleck Shakespeare in Loveless ... Reunites With Both Jennifer Exes at Son's Play

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Ben Affleck's a "Daredevil" ... walking a tightrope by interacting with both his famous ex-wives at his son Samuel's play.

The actor was spotted in Los Angeles Friday night ... walking with his son and Jennifer Garner in the parking lot ... while seemingly leaning in to listen to his kiddo. JG seems deep in thought here while walking on her son's other side.

Closer to the playhouse where Samuel took the stage, Jennifer Lopez could be seen chatting animatedly with other parents and kids ... though it doesn't appear Ben went over to her at any point.

Tori Kelly's Most Iconic Performance Photos For Her 33rd Birthday!

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Tori Kelly's come a long way in her musical career ... and since the songstress is turning 33, we figured it'd be a great time to share some of her most iconic performance photos!

The singer's gone from running through auditions on "American Idol" to packing out venues on headlining tours -- and she's managed to command the stage wherever she's been!

Happy birthday, Tori -- we're really excited to see what you've got in store for your 33rd trip around the sun!

Russell Simmons Kimora Lee Simmons Promised I'd Never See My Kids Again If I Sue Her!!!

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Russell Simmons claims his ex-wife won't let him see his kids ... alleging she's using them as leverage to keep him from taking legal action against her.

Here's the deal ... Kimora Lee Simmons spoke to People last week about her exes ... admitting she doesn't have a relationship with Simmons, actor Djimon Hounsou, or investment banker and convicted felon, Tim Leissner.

KLS told the outlet, "Usually I would say that I co-parent okay, but the kids are with me full-time. I'm pretty much the primary parent. It's difficult, but I don't know sometimes what other people are thinking. Guys are weird."

Sherrone Moore Didn't Offer OF Star Tickets For Sex ... But Thirsted Over Her Online

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Ex University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore didn't offer OnlyFans Model Mia Sorety season tickets in exchange for a foursome, she says ... but the two have exchanged texts in the past -- including after his recent arrest!

We spoke with Mia ... who is all too happy to clap back at gossip that Moore offered a sex-for-tickets quid pro quo ... theorizing social media users or an ex-assistant of hers may have planted the "crazy" story.

That said, Mia conceded she exchanged direct messages with Moore over Instagram for quite some time -- including after he was released from jail Friday -- and she even shared the receipts with us.

Bobby Shmurda Are You Not Entertained??? Show Ends in Knockdown Brawl

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Bobby Shmurda hasn't changed one bit ... because another one of his shows ended in a brawl ... and we've got the shocking video.

The rapper performed at MN Gold Room in Minneapolis Saturday night ... when eyewitnesses say someone threw a bottle at Bobby and yelled "F*** Bobby Shmurda!"

Shmurda -- never one to back down from a challenge -- apparently yelled some expletives at the disrespectful fan ... and even told him he'd kill the guy if he tried something like that again.