TMZ has learned the death of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star A.J. Jewell has officially been ruled a homicide -- this according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner.
The cause of death is listed as, "Physical altercation resulting in sickle cell trait related exertional collapse." Contributing factors are listed as, "intestinal myocardial fidrosis," as well as an enlarged heart.
Translation -- the fight triggered a flare up with Jewell's sickle cell disease.
Jewell died after an Atlanta strip club brawl early last month. The other man involved in the fight -- Frederick Richardson -- has since been arrested and charged with voluntary manslaughter.
Richardson's attorney tells us, "It's an unfortunate situation, Frederick is sorry this situation happened and that A.J. died."
The only thing worse than owing nearly $80,000 in child support? When the kid you're allegedly failing to support is fighting an inoperable brain tumor ... but that's just how the Real O.C.'s Slade Smiley happens to roll.
TMZ has obtained a letter sent to Slade's baby mama from the Department of Child Support Services last month, which states Slade owes her $77,356.75 in late child support payments ... plus 10 percent interest whenever he doesn't cut her a check on time.
Slade filed a request in L.A. County Superior Court two weeks after the DCSS sent the letter, asking a judge to lower the enormous child support bill because he says he's unemployed and makes zero dollars. Slade's rep tells us Slade has "jumped through burning hoops to take care of [his child's] well-being and health."
Slade's baby mama begs to differ, telling us Slade has only seen his sick 9-year-old son Grayson twice in the last year and a half -- and hasn't even sent the kid a birthday card.
First off, she's not married ... and Thursday, Kim Zolciak was looking for houses in L.A... Can someone please explain to us how she's a "Real Housewife of Atlanta" again?!
Kim wasn't just lookin' for real estate though -- check out her reaction to a hot shirtless guy at the end of the clip.
The parents of "Real Housewives" star A.J. Jewell still claim their son was beaten to death -- even after a medical examiner claims sickle cell anemia may have played a role his death.
The parents' rep gave TMZ the following statement on their behalf:
"Our son 'AJ' had the sickle cell trait which caused no related medical problems during his life. We feel AJ's death was a result of the malicious attack by the individual and/or individuals present during the fight."
Meanwhile, the defense attorney for Frederick Richardson -- the club manager who was charged with voluntary manslaughter of Jewell -- told TMZ: "I would have liked to have found a cause of death before rushing to judgment."
Sickle Cell Anemia may have played a significant role in the death of a "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star who died after a strip club brawl two weeks ago -- this according to the doctor who performed the autopsy.
Fulton County Associate Medical Examiner, Dr. Kelly Rose tells TMZ preliminary autopsy results lead her to believe Ashley "A.J." Jewell suffered from Sickle Cell -- a disease which inhibits oxygen flow to tissues in the body.
Rose says it's most likely that Jewell was worked up from the fight -- and because of his condition, it's probable that he couldn't replenish the oxygen he lost during the incident ... which the Dr. says could have fatal consequences.
The husband of Danielle Staub from "Real Housewives of New Jersey" claims she strait up lied when she called him a rapist and a dog murderer ... and now he's suing her for defamation.
Kevin Maher -- who was married to Danielle in the late 80s -- filed a lawsuit today in L.A. County Superior Court, claiming the following things Danielle told People Magazine in June of 2009 are a load of bull:
-- He raped her on a bed of broken glass -- He "inserted his handgun inside [Danielle]" and played Russian Roulette -- He murdered her dog by hanging it
Kevin say he's receieved "serious and outrageous threats" since the article was released.
Kevin is suing for defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
TMZ has learned the ex-fiance of "Housewives" star Kandi Burruss was walking and talking after the fight that may have led to his death.
Initial reports made it seem like Ashley "A.J." Jewell was left for dead after the fight -- which occurred outside of a strip club in Atlanta on Friday night -- but law enforcement sources tell us this wasn't the case.
Our sources say witnesses told authorities A.J. was walking and talking after the fight -- and he didn't even take an ambulance to the hospital, instead hitching a ride with one of his friends.
Meanwhile, suspect Frederick Richardson is being held without bail and has been charged with voluntary manslaughter.
The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office tells us A.J.'s body showed evidence of a physical altercation -- and they're trying to determine the extent of those injuries while also looking to see if there "was another cause of death."
The M.E.'s Office also says contrary to other reports, there were no stab wounds found on Jewell's body.
The ex-fiance of Kandi Burruss -- who stars on "Real Housewives of Atlanta" -- died tonight after a brawl erupted at a club in Atlanta.
Cops say A.J. Jewell suffered severe head injuries during the fight at Body Tap and was rushed to Piedmont Hospital, where he later died ... this according to myfoxatlanta.com.
Cops currently have no suspects in custody.
UPDATE -- Atlanta police spokesman James Polite says Frederick Richardson has been arrested and charged with voluntary manslaughter in the death of Ashley "A.J." Jewell. Richardson was hospitalized after the alleged fight and will be taken into custody once he is released.
Ludacris and T.I. donated $10,000 each to Atlanta flooding relief ... so what about ATL native NeNe Leakes?She's too busy clubbin' in Hollywood to care.
We got the Real Housewife of ATL in front of Katsuya the other night. Her response to her city's plight: "I'm going to the gay club."
Matt Keough from "The Real Housewives of Orange County" is in a real deep mess, he was just charged with two felonies following his DUI arrest on August 15.
Keough -- who was busted in Coto de Caza, CA driving three times over the legal limit -- was charged with "one felony count DUI with a prior felony DUI conviction within 10 years" and one felony count driving with a BAC of .08 or higher.
According to the Orange County D.A., "Keough was also charged with sentencing enhancements for having a blood alcohol level of .20 percent or more and a prior 2005 felony DUI conviction."
Technically, the D.A. says Keough had a BAC of .30 "an hour after" his traffic stop.
Keough faces three years in state prison if convicted -- he'll be arraigned on November 2.
While everyone's new favorite song "Tardy for the Party" played in the background at Here Lounge in West Hollywood last night, un-"RealHousewife of Atlanta" Kim Zolciak shared the stage -- and a glass of wine -- with a local drag queen named Detox.
"Real Housewife of Orange County's" Lynne Curtin was just evicted from her home -- and we've learned this wasn't the first time she's gotten the boot.
According to eviction docs we dug up, the Curtins were kicked out of a place waaaay back in 2003 as well. The amount they owed that homeowner: $9,104 ... and, allegedly, they never paid.
We called up the dude they stiffed, his awesome response: "Frank and his charming wife vanished like the wind behind a Taco Bell. I hope the current victims have better luck."
Not only did "Real Housewife of Orange County" Lynne Curtin not own the house she was living in on the show, she also didn't own the furniture ... and now she's accused of stealing a bunch of stuff after she moved out this week.
The actual homeowner claims Curtin stole a bookcase, credenza, armoire and a glass shelf -- worth around $5,000 -- and reported the alleged thievery to Laguna Beach Police Department yesterday.
The homeowner also claims the home's carpet was trashed, there were holes in the walls and the travertine tub was damaged.
We got a statement from the homeowner, who said, "I am blown away that grown people can behave this way. They have daughters, how can they seriously think they are setting an example."
TMZ has learned the death of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star A.J. Jewell has officially been ruled a homicide -- this according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner.
The parents of "Real Housewives" star A.J. Jewell still claim their son was beaten to death -- even after a medical examiner claims sickle cell anemia may have played a role his death.
The husband of Danielle Staub from "Real Housewives of New Jersey" claims she strait up lied when she called him a rapist and a dog murderer ... and now he's suing her for defamation.
TMZ has learned the ex-fiance of "Housewives" star Kandi Burruss was walking and talking after the fight that may have led to his death.
The ex-fiance of Kandi Burruss -- who stars on "Real Housewives of Atlanta" -- died tonight after a brawl erupted at a club in Atlanta.
Matt Keough from "The Real Housewives of Orange County" is in a real deep mess, he was just charged with two felonies following his DUI arrest on August 15.
"Real Housewife of Orange County's" Lynne Curtin was just evicted from her home -- and we've learned this wasn't the first time she's gotten the boot.
Not only did "Real Housewife of Orange County" Lynne Curtin not own the house she was living in on the show, she also didn't own the furniture ... and now she's accused of stealing a bunch of stuff after she moved out this week.
