Ex-Florida Governor Nominee Andrew Gillum Checks Into Rehab

Published

Andrew Gillum is swapping jail for rehab ... but the court will still be keeping close tabs on him.

According to new legal documents obtained by TMZ, a judge ordered the former Florida gubernatorial candidate released from the Baldwin County Jail Friday ... so he could enter Cumberland Heights Treatment Center in Nashville.

Gillum must wear a GPS ankle monitor during his release ... and remain at the facility for at least 30 days, or however long it takes him to complete a drug and alcohol treatment program.

Lindsay Clancy Read Toxicology Report ... From Day of Alleged Murders

Published | Updated

Lindsay Clancy's toxicology report identifies four prescription medications in a blood specimen collected from her on the day she allegedly murdered her three kids ... and now you can read through the findings.

The report, obtained by TMZ, was admitted as evidence in court during her murder trial in Massachusetts.

It says blood taken from Clancy identified lamotrigine, mirtazapine, quetiapine, and trazodone -- prescription medications used to treat mental health conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, and sleep issues.

Paris Jackson My Friend OD'd on My Drugs ... I Had To Keep Him Alive!!!

Published

Paris Jackson's diving into the meaning behind one of her new songs ... detailing a traumatic situation she's turned into art after getting sober ... and it involves drugs, an overdose, quick thinking and a happy ending.

Michael Jackson's daughter appeared on Alex Cooper's "Call Her Daddy" podcast in an episode published Wednesday ... and she explained her new track "Sirens" is probably her most emotional -- because it's based on her friend overdosing on her drugs.

Paris explains she had to keep her pal alive until paramedics arrived ... and they later told her if she hadn't acted as quickly as she did, he would either be brain dead or worse.

Conor McGregor Brad Pitt Inspired Me To Drink Again I'm Off The Wagon, Too!!!

Published

There are now two empty seats on the wagon -- 'cause Conor McGregor got wind of Brad Pitt's decision to consume alcohol again ... and said he'll drink to that!!

Notorious -- who opened up on his sobriety leading up to last month's Max Holloway fight -- announced his audible on Tuesday ... saying the "fellow actor" inspired him to have a couple pints of Forged Stout, which he launched in 2020.

McGregor sent his best wishes to Pitt ... while adding the bevvy contains 4.2-percent alcohol.

Porn Star Emily Willis Brutal Road to Recovery After Catastrophic Brain Injury

Published | Updated

Emily Willis' family has reached a massive settlement with the Malibu rehab facility where she suffered catastrophic brain damage ... but TMZ has learned she's slowly recovering.

Emily's mother, Yesenia Cooper, tells TMZ ... Emily is not verbal but can communicate with her eyes and by shaking her head -- she understands about 80% of what is going on.

However, her mom tells us she is improving, getting better day by day, and still fighting to live the best life possible.

Porn Star Emily Willis Family Settles Rehab Lawsuit for Millions ... After Catastrophic Brain Injury

Published

Emily Willis' family has reached a $3 Million settlement with the Malibu rehab facility where the former adult film star suffered catastrophic brain damage and was left permanently disabled.

Willis' mom and legal guardian, Yesenia Cooper, sued Malibu Lighthouse Treatment in 2024, claiming the facility failed to properly care for Emily while she was being treated for ketamine addiction at Summit Malibu earlier that year.

According to court docs, Emily is expected to receive approximately $1.25 Million after attorneys' fees and liens, while her mom will continue serving as her conservator. The defendants denied wrongdoing and did not admit liability.

KJ Apa I Urinated On Fast Food, Then Ate Around It!!!

Published
072226 kj apa kal
BIG MAC, BIG REGRET

KJ Apa says he once added his own secret sauce to some late-night McDonald's ... he urinated on his fast food order ... and still ate it!!!

The "Riverdale" star was talking to Dylan Sprouse and Brendan Columbus on their "Wildmen" podcast about sobriety and addiction ... revealing he will "abuse" anything that makes him feel good ... from substances to food.

KJ launched into a story about a time when he was trying to be sober and simultaneously lose weight for work ... which he says makes him do "crazy s***," like order a mountain of Mickey D's.

He explained he pounded half the order -- 3 Big Macs, McNuggets, fries and a shake -- and instantly regretted it.

Ex-Florida Democratic Governor Nominee Andrew Gillum Busted In Alabama For Drug Possession

Published | Updated

Andrew Gillum -- the ex-politician who lost to Ron DeSantis by a slim margin in the 2018 Florida governor's race -- was arrested last week in Alabama on drug offenses, TMZ has learned.

Gillum was taken into custody Thursday night by officers in Daphne, AL, and then booked in the Baldwin County jail for possession of dangerous drugs, drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana, according to online police records. The Daphne PD has yet to release details on what led to his latest brush with the law.

You may recall ... in 2020, Gillum and another man were found dazed and confused inside a room by paramedics at the Mondrian Hotel in South Beach, Florida. Another man discovered the two and called 911, worried that the person with Gillum had possibly overdosed.

Ex-Florida Democratic Governor Nominee Andrew Gillum Cops Say He Had Meth, Cut Straws, Bong During Bust

Published | Updated

Andrew Gillum -- the former Florida politician who lost to Ron DeSantis by a slim margin in the 2018 governor's race  -- allegedly had methamphetamine, cut straws, weed, pipes and a bong on him when he was arrested in Alabama.

According to the incident report, obtained by TMZ ... Gillum was arrested last week on U.S. Highway 98 near Walmart Drive in Daphne, where cops say they found 3 grams of methamphetamine, 8 pre-rolled marijuana joints, 4 cut straws, 3 pipes, and a bong during the bust.

Police say they pulled Gillum over because he was driving erratically.

We broke the story ... the ex-gubernatorial candidate was arrested and charged with felony unlawful possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor possession of marijuana.

Spencer Pratt on Daveigh Chase Someone Should've Dragged Her to Rehab!!!

Published | Updated

Spencer Pratt says Daveigh Chase is dead because "nobody was willing to drag her to rehab against her will."

The former 'Hills' star weighed in on the "Lilo & Stich" star's death in a social media post Tuesday ... one day after the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner ruled she died from AIDS and drug use.

Spencer was outspoken about drug abuse and rehab when he was running for L.A. mayor ... and his post is also in reaction to images purportedly showing Daveigh looking frail while living on Skid Row.

Dean McDermott Shoutout to My Fam, Friends For Helping Me Get Sober ... You Can Do It, Too!!!

Published | Updated
dean-mcdermott-kal-06-27-2026
BEEN A LONG ROAD

Dean McDermott's celebrating a huge milestone in his sobriety journey ... revealing to fans he's been clean and sober for three years -- and encouraging others stuck in addiction to seek help.

The actor shared a video on Instagram on Friday ... calling himself "Clean Dean" and saying he's in such a great mood because he's celebrating his third anniversary.

Dean says he's sharing because he wants other people to know it is possible to get clean ... adding, "Hell has an exit."

Bode Miller On Arrest My Friend Had the Drugs, Not Me!!!

Published

Bode Miller is speaking out after his arrest in Idaho ... insisting the drugs that landed him in legal trouble weren't his.

The Olympic skiing legend posted a statement to Instagram on Tuesday, saying he was pulled over for "accelerating while passing another vehicle on a highway" and claims a friend riding with him was the one carrying marijuana and a cannabis pipe.

Bode claims he was unaware his friend had the weed and pipe and said everyone in the vehicle cooperated with law enforcement during the traffic stop. He ended his statement by saying he's hopeful the charges will be dropped.

Whitney Houston's Family You're a Liar, Oprah ... She Wasn't High on Your Show!!!

Published | Updated

Whitney Houston's estate is pissed about Oprah Winfrey claiming the late singer showed up to her talk show high on drugs, and they say what happened that day is actually Oprah's fault ... TMZ has learned.

Whitney's estate, run by Pat Houston, tells TMZ in a statement ... Pat "emphatically responds to a statement made by Oprah Winfrey at Cannes Lions."

Pat added ... "Whitney absolutely fell off the stage, but it was during a sound check, and it was due to the darkness of the area and her unfamiliarity with the stage. She was absolutely not high."

She acknowledges Whitney's addiction struggles, saying ... "Like many people, she faced personal battles, but it is inaccurate and unfair to attach that struggle to every performance or every chapter of her life. What the studio audience witnessed on stage was the result of discipline, talent, and commitment --- not the assumptions others project."

Olympian Bode Miller Caught With Shrooms During Idaho Arrest

Published

The details of Olympian Bode Miller's arrest for drugs have been revealed in newly released court docs ... and it looks like psychedelic hallucinogens are involved.

TMZ obtained a copy of the probable cause affidavit, in which the officer claims Bode was caught with a white dispensary bag containing psilocybin mushrooms ... aka magic mushrooms ... when he got busted earlier this month in Idaho.

The docs say Bode had 4.1 grams of shrooms on him and knew his drugs were illegal. The officer says the athlete was placed under arrest following the discovery.

Olympian Bode Miller Arrested on Drug Charges

Published | Updated

Update

2:15 PM PT -- TMZ obtained a copy of the probable cause affidavit, in which the officer claims Bode Miller was caught with a white dispensary bag containing psilocybin mushrooms ... aka magic mushrooms ... when he got busted earlier this month in Idaho.

12:56 PM PT -- TMZ Sports has obtained the mug shot for Bode Miller.

Bode Miller is navigating a different kind of slalom these days ... the Olympic skiing legend is now facing criminal charges in Idaho.

According to court records, obtained by TMZ Sports, Miller was charged with two misdemeanor counts stemming from an incident on June 6. Prosecutors hit the Olympic medalist with one count of possession of a controlled substance and one count of possession of drug paraphernalia.

The records show Miller posted a $5,000 cash bond and was later released.

Oprah on Whitney Houston Fell Off My Stage While High ... I Helped Keep It Secret To Not Ruin Her Life

Published | Updated

Oprah Winfrey swears she stopped Whitney Houston's life from being ruined when she prevented photos of Whitney falling off her stage while high on drugs from leaking to the media ... but, the opposite may be true.

Oprah revealed the cover up while at France's Lumière Theatre to receive Cannes' LionHeart Award ... saying the last time Whitney was on her show, she had just relapsed ... and she was so high, she fell off the stage.

Oprah says she begged her audience not to tell anyone "because it would ruin her life."