As the "Queer Eye" cast made the morning show rounds Tuesday, Karamo Brown was noticeably absent ... he shocked his castmates by pulling out of the interviews, citing mental and emotional abuse.
Watch the video ... the four hosts try to keep brave faces as "Today" show co-host Sheinelle Jones announces why Brown made his last-minute decision.
Jones said the culture expert's assistant sent an email that read, "Karamo has felt mentally and emotionally abused for years and he's been advised by his therapist to protect himself and his peace by not attending."
While he wasn't there in person, Brown made a virtual appearance in a video message, saying, "Just like the themes of the season, I am modeling what I believe is most important, which I want to remind you all ... Love yourselves and protect yourselves. That's why I'm here at home and not there."
The women from "Selling Sunset" are bringing the drama from their reality show to their premiere party ... because Chrishell Stauseand Chelsea Lazkani didn't get invitations -- and it was intentional.
Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... Netflix did not have an official premiere party for "Selling Sunset" Season 9, but Bre Tiesi organized an event with her fellow cast members.
Barack Obama's security deal is the subject of today's TMZ TV Hot Take ... and it sounds like things were getting hot and heavy at the former president's residence in Hawaii.
Check out the clip from "TMZ Live" ... Harvey and Charles explain how a Secret Service agent found himself in hot water after allegedly banging his girlfriend at the Obama's house while they were out of town.
Rihanna may no longer be work, work, work, working on new music ... issuing a coy update about her status in the industry -- and sending fans into a tizzy.
We discussed the shocking statement from RiRi on "TMZ on TV," where the crew speculated whether or not the pop star really announced her retirement from music with a subtle statement.
Some were more convinced than others, with a couple members of the team taking Rihanna at her word ... and acknowledging she doesn't have to perform anymore given her new beauty and fashion empire.
Jennifer Lopez is ripping Donald Trump for what she says was a divisive rally in New York ... but will her emotional rebuke make a difference in the election?
We dove into J Lo's passionate speech from a Kamala Harris event during a segment on "TMZ Live" ... and examined what it means, or doesn't, in terms of votes.
Some in the office think it's unfair for J Lo to go after Trump for a racist joke a comedian made at his Madison Square Garden rally ... because DT wasn't the one who said it.
One thing we can all agree on ... the Trump campaign screwed up by inviting Tony Hinchcliffe to have a speaking role so close to Election Day.
Paris Hilton is on cloud nine after sliving during her concert at the Hollywood Palladium ... proving a socialite with the right resources can live out their pop star dream.
The "Simple Life" star performed a 17-song set in front of a star-studded crowd ... where Kim Kardashian, Kelly Osbourne, and Harry Jowsey were all in attendance. Paris made the night a memorable one for fans, as not only did she host a meet and greet after the show ... but she also had Meghan Trainor join her on stage for a performance of "Chasin'."
Zach Bryan's ex-girlfriend Brianna LaPaglia is down in the dumps after being dumped by the musician in a very public way ... but our "TMZ on TV" crew isn't sharing her pain.
Brianna posted a tearful reaction video to Zach's sudden breakup post ... but check out the clip, it's kind of hard to take her seriously with a stage name like Chickenfry.
Donald Trumpis remembering Arnold Palmer for something other than golf or a refreshing beverage ... his huge penis.
The presidential candidate couldn't stop talking about Arnold's manhood over the weekend during a campaign rally in Palmer's hometown of Latrobe, PA ... claiming the golf legend was hung like a horse.
Liam Payne's hotel suite was a mess before he died, Grant Ellis is on a 'Bachelor' hometown date and Patrick Mahomes Sr. was worried about his famous son during his latest DUI bust ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.
First up on "TMZ Live," Charles and Babcock take a look inside the late One Direction singer's trashed hotel suite in photos from before his apparent suicide.
The feds want to keep Diddy behind bars, Bella Hadid is showing some sexy shots from a fashion show and Jay Cutler got a DUI ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.
Bow Wow is missing Diddythe party planner, Heidi Klum is modeling lingerie with her daughter and Caitlin Clark is freaking out on the golf course ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.
Kanye West's getting hit with a new allegation involving Diddy, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are going on dates in the Big Apple, and Donte DiVincenzo is sending a message to his former NBA team ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.
Jessica Chastain is picking a fight with an airline, Ashton Kutcher is in need of car repairs and Aaron Rodgers is denying getting his head coach fired ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.
The DJ at Landon Barker's birthday bash is making a controversial Diddy joke, Elon Musk is making big moves with robotics and Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting carved into pumpkins ... all this on today's TMZ TV Hot Takes.