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Kendall Jenner and Jacob Elordi brought their romance back stateside ... going on a cute dinner date with pals near Jenner's home in Montecito.

We've obtained photos of the pair walking into a low-key local joint ... on what looked like a double date, sources tell us.

Our sources say Kendall was very affectionate with Jacob ... slinging an arm around him and scratching the back of his neck -- while occasionally playing with his hair too.

Legendary "Jaws" actor Richard Dreyfuss pulled the plug on his appearance in Southern California to reunite with his fellow cast members -- and it's a mystery why he's skipping out.

Dreyfuss posted a message on Instagram Friday, explaining that he was grateful for all the "love and excitement" he felt ahead of his appearance at The Hollywood Show, a convention scheduled for May 29-30. But, due to circumstances beyond his control, Dreyfuss will not be able to make it there in person.

The actor did not provide a specific reason why he would be a no-show ... but he encouraged the gazillion "Jaws" fans to give the rest of the cast "the warmest welcome and all the love they deserve!"

Djimon Hounsou is dragging his baby mama, Ri'za Marie Simpson, to court to fight over custody and child support ... months after she was arrested for alleged assault ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, the "Gladiator" actor filed papers in late January seeking joint legal and physical custody of their two kids -- a son born in 2022 and a daughter born in 2023.

In response, Ri'za agreed to shared legal custody but argued that she should be awarded primary physical custody -- given their respective employment and travel histories.

Johnny Depp's home got a visit from police officers yesterday ... they weren't there for Taco Tuesday, they were called for a report of an alleged trespasser ... and it sounds like she's becoming a frequent nuisance.

Law enforcement tells TMZ ... LAPD got a call around 4 PM for a trespassing suspect at Johnny's famous West Hollywood home.

We're told the person who called police told LAPD a female suspect was sitting at the front gate at the bottom of the hill, and they'd been spotted at the property a few times over the weekend.

The director of the upcoming Billy Joel biopic is pushing back on the "Piano Man's" camp after a rep blasted the movie ... John Ottman says the only thing that's misguided here is Billy's outlook on what the flick is all about.

John, who won an Oscar for his work on the Queen biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody," tells TMZ ... "Billy and Me" does not need to use any of Billy's original music because it takes place during his formative years when he was performing cover songs with his band, The Hassles, and "struggling to find his artistic identity."

A rep for Billy blasted the unauthorized biopic in the media, telling Variety ... "Since 2021, the parties involved have been officially notified that they do not possess Billy Joel’s life rights and will not be able to secure the music rights required for this project. Billy Joel has not authorized or supported this project in any capacity, and any attempt to move forward without it would be both legally and professionally misguided."

American actress and singer Bernadette Peters was 31 years old when she played Marie -- the trumpet playing vixen, opposite Steve Martin -- in the 1979 musical comedy "The Jerk."

In addition to co-starring with Steve on the big screen, Bernadette was alongside Carl Reiner and Catlin Adams.

Seth Rogen's not letting ChatGPT pen his next hit ... and he says anyone willing to do so isn't cut out to be a writer.

The actor-writer went off on scribes looking for a technological boost during an interview with the outlet Brut. ... saying he truly doesn't understand when people share A.I. content like it's as good as what a human being can make.

Rogen says most of the A.I. slop he's seen online is "stupid dog s***" ... and, if a person’s instinct is to use A.I. to write anything, then they shouldn't be a writer. 

Megan Fox might be another year older ... but don't expect her to stop living on the edge anytime soon - because she says she's chasing anything that can hurt her.

The actress shared photos from a steamy photo shoot ... in which she wears a low-cut brown top and tiny black shorts.

Usually, Fox wears a winning smile, too ... but not in this case -- because her mouth is full with what appears to be a lit match.

Bella Hadid's ushering in swimsuit season ... showing off her slender bod in a tiny pink bikini while floating on a boat near Cannes, France.

The sexy supermodel was spotted hanging out on a yacht near Cannes Saturday ... wearing a smile, sunglasses -- and not a whole lot else.

Check out the pics ... Hadid strips off her flannel and dives from the boat, while her friends look on, before rising out of the water -- unintentionally flaunting her long, supermodel legs.

Megan Fox hit the big 4-0 this year ... and she sure makes one bangin' birthday girl! The actress is still hot as ever, and there's really only one way to properly celebrate such a major milestone.

That's right ... it's time for some birthday hot shots! From nearly-nude red carpet fits to lusty lace-up looks, Megan loves putting her flawless figure on display.

Mark Ruffalo doesn't think he'll be pulled in for many auditions if Paramount and Warner Bros. merge ... because, according to him, David and Larry Ellison aren't the "forgive and forget" types.

The actor talked about Paramount Skydance's controversial acquisition on a new episode of the "I've Had It" podcast ... joking that he's "already on a list" after his open letter opposing the merger gained thousands of signatures.

Ruffalo says the Ellisons spark a lot of fear in people ... quoting one person who told him "these are some vindictive motherf***ers, the Ellisons."

Mamma Mia! Would you check out the body on this Bond boy?! And we know what you're thinking ... "Who IS that?!"

We're not going to tell you -- where's the fun in that?! -- but we will give you a hint ... he's known to give a few piercing looks on carpets and in films.

Jed Wallace is trying to breathe new life into his dismissed defamation case against Blake Lively -- because now he's appealing ... TMZ has learned.

ICYMI ... Jed and his company Street Relations Inc. were named in Blake's 2024 civil rights complaint for allegedly smearing Blake after the "It Ends With Us" drama.

Wallace filed a defamation suit in Texas in response … but a judge tossed it last year for lack of jurisdiction.

John Travolta looks like he's leaning into French fashion at a famous film festival in France ... because he's rocking a French hat as part of a new look over in Cannes.

The actor popped up Friday at the Cannes Film Festival and he ... well, looked different than most folks are used to seeing him.

John rocked a white beret with some rounded, wire-rimmed spectacles ... plus a black and white suit, tie and pocket square.

The search for the next James Bond has officially begun ... and a big industry name is attached to help on the hunt.

TMZ has confirmed the 007 casting process started -- an Amazon MGM Studios spokesperson saying ... "While we don't plan to comment on specific details during the casting process, we're excited to share more news with 007 fans as soon as the time is right."

A source with knowledge confirmed to TMZ ... renowned "Game of Thrones" casting director Nina Gold has been enlisted to help find the next British secret agent.