Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda Ja Rule Smartly Bitched Out

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For Tony Yayo, beef doesn't die, it just gets old ... and that was evident in his plane pillow fight with longstanding nemesis Ja Rule.

Yayo and Uncle Murda are sharing their side of the story from their recent dustup with Ja on Delta Airlines ... telling TMZ Ja Rule is capping what really went down.

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The New York rappers, who just launched their own podcast together "The Real Report", say Ja wanted no smoke when he realized his worst enemies were seated right behind him in first class for a flight from SFO to JFK ... and after some jawing and pillow throwing, Ja made the smart move and ducked off the plane to catch a later flight.

Donna Kelce No NDA for Travis & Taylor Wedding … They Know I Can Keep a Secret!!!

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Travis Kelce's mom, Donna Kelce, would do anything for her son ... except sign an NDA ... at least according to a chat we had with the famous matriarch at LAX today.

When our cameraperson asked Donna if Travis and his fiancée, Taylor Swift, had her sign a non-disclosure agreement, Donna scoffed at the idea.

She said, "They know I can keep a secret," with a wry grin.

James Van Der Beek Dead at 48

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James Van Der Beek has died ... TMZ has learned.

A rep for the Travis County Medical Examiner's Office in Texas says ... it was reported to them at 6:44 AM. No cause of death was given.

James' wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, posted about his passing shortly after we broke the news ... writing in a shared Instagram post her husband "met his final days with courage, faith, and grace." She asked for privacy for their family at this time.

Christine Quinn Eyed for Possible 'Selling Sunset' Season 10 Return

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Christine Quinn's "Selling Sunset" chapter could be reopening ... TMZ has learned.

Multiple sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... production for the Netflix hit series is gauging Christine's interest in a possible return for Season 10, asking whether she'd consider coming back.

We're told premature conversations have taken place and are ongoing ... but nothing is official, and no contracts have been signed.

Christine starred on the show from Seasons 1 through 5 and quickly became one of its most polarizing personalities, known for her over-the-top fashion, sharp tongue, and explosive feuds with Chrishell Stause, Mary Fitzgerald, Heather Rae El Moussa, and Emma Hernan.

Early President's Day Tech Deals Don't Walk ... When You Can Rush-More

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In comes Presidents' Day, and whether you get the day off work or not, you'll love the deals that this holiday brings!

Especially, when it comes to tech.

A whole lotta convenient gadgets are now at a lower price ahead of the big day ... whether it's a health tracker, a vacuum or a new tablet! Check out our curated list of early deals, below!

BISSELL Little Green Proheat Portable Deep Cleaner/Spot Cleaner

HGTV Star Nicole Curtis I'm Sorry I Blurted The N-Word ... Comeback Canned

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Nicole Curtis is addressing the controversy surrounding HGTV pulling her show "Rehab Addict" from its platforms following the release of leaked footage showing her using a racial slur during filming.

Curtis tells TMZ ... "I want to be clear: the word in question is wrong and not part of my vocabulary and never has been, and I apologize to everyone." She tells us she was unaware of HGTV's decision to pull the plug on her show on the same day it was set to return to air after a hiatus.

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Despite the surprising split, she tells us, "I'm grateful for the 15-year journey we've shared. It's been a meaningful chapter, but my focus isn't on my career. My focus, at this moment is rightfully on my relationships, and my community -- the people who truly know my character and where my heart is."

Chanel West Coast 'Giddy' For New Country-Rap Crossover Bop!!!

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Rapper Chanel West Coast has gone country, but she's not leaving her hip-hop roots behind ... she told us her new song "Giddy Up" is a perfect blend of both genres -- and her best track yet!

We caught up with the former "Ridiculousness" star last night outside of Andys in West Hollywood, California, where she called the song "honestly, a little mix of everything I like, which is all music."

Chanel was so excited, she shared a snippet of the new tune on socials yesterday before its Friday release ... and it is a banger!

Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Hey Blake, It Ends With Trial!!!

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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni will be taking their legal beef all the way to trial ... at least that's what Baldoni's lawyer is predicting.

Photogs got Bryan Freedman outside a federal courthouse in lower Manhattan following Wednesday's settlement conference, and he was asked if this case would make it to trial.

Bryan says that's where this seems to be headed ... and he's looking forward to duking it out with Blake's legal team.

James Van Der Beek Wheelchair-Bound Days Before Death

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James Van Der Beek's friend Stacy Keibler gave his fans an insight into the star's final days ... posting a photo of him watching the sunset from his wheelchair.

Keibler -- a former pro wrestler and actress -- shared the photo Wednesday afternoon ... hours after news of James' death broke, and she wrote it was "a true gift" to spend the star's final days with him.

Stacy writes she learned a lot from James in his final days ... including what it looks like to continue to believe in God's plan, even when the plan is heartbreaking.

James Van Der Beek Devastated Celebs Honor Their Friend

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Tributes are pouring in for James Van Der Beek following his death today at 48 -- with celebs making their heartbreak loud and clear.

Derek Hough shared an emotional IG post sending prayers to James’ wife and children, while Sarah Michelle Gellar reflected on growing up alongside him. Noah Beck posted a still with James from the comedy "Sidelined: The QB and Me," writing simply, "Bye for now."

Alfonso Ribeiro paid a lengthy tribute to his 'true friend, brother and life guide," while Rumer Willis shared a link to a GoFundMe set up by James' family and friends to help cover his medical bills.

Lewis Pullman Blazing My Own Trail ... But Famous Father Definitely Helped

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Lewis Pullman has been walking the nepo baby tightrope perfectly ... admitting he couldn't achieve everything he did on his own -- but, he has been taking pride in building a name for himself.

We ran into the actor at LAX Tuesday ... and we asked him about him drawing even more buzz than his famous father, Bill Pullman.

Check out the clip to see for yourself ... you can tell it means a lot for him to hear the praise after appearing in several well-received projects -- like "Thunderbolts*," "The Testament of Ann Lee," "Outer Range" and "Lessons in Chemistry" over the last few years.

Laura-Leigh From 'Vanderpump Rules' 'Memba Her?!

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American actress Laura-Leigh was 22 years old when she was cast to be a part of "Vanderpump Rules" ... first airing in 2013, led by restaurateur and television personality Lisa Vanderpump.

Laura-Leigh served crispy chicken sandwiches and fried goat cheese balls with Stassi Schroeder, Lala Kent, Jax Taylor, Tom Sandoval, Tom Schwartz, Scheana Shay, Kristen Doute and Katie Maloney.

Put your 'VPR' skills to the test with a crossword puzzle!

L-L left the show after one season when she booked a role in "We're The Millers" starring Jennifer Aniston.

Guess what she looks like now!

Nancy Guthrie Investigation Black Glove Discovered on Road Amid Search

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Another possible development in the Nancy Guthrie abduction case today ... investigators have found a black glove in the area where she was last seen that could bring them one step closer to nabbing the masked suspect who allegedly took her.

An FBI agent plucked the glove from the side of a road about 1.5 miles from Nancy's Tucson-area house ... The Post was the first to report the discovery.

Yesterday, the FBI released images and video of the alleged kidnapper, wearing a ski mask, a backpack, and gloves ... which appeared to be black. The person also had what looked like a holstered gun on the front of their waist.

James Van Der Beek $500K GoFundMe Goal Set For Family

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James Van Der Beek's family says his declining health and his death brought on significant financial strain ... and now a crowdfunding page has been set up to help pay the bills.

James' wife, Kimberly Van Der Beek, said on Instagram her friends organized a GoFundMe with a $500,000 goal ... and it's already crossed $200,000 in donations ... including a $1,000 pledge from 'DWTS' pro and EXTRA host Derek Hough.

We broke the story ... James died today at 48.

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Show Up at Court for Showdown

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1:25 PM PT -- We got Blake Lively and her legal team walking out of the federal courthouse in lower Manhattan this afternoon ... they all stayed mum. We also got Justin Baldoni leaving the courthouse with a big fat grin.

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We've learned no settlement has been reached.

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni just walked into a New York City court house -- separately -- to face off in their ongoing legal battle.

Today's settlement conference was court-ordered in an effort to get the actors to hash out their differences. It's essentially a Hail Mary attempt to find a resolution before their May 18 trial date.

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As you know ... Blake filed a complaint against her "It Ends With Us" costar in December 2024, alleging he sexually harassed her while working on the film.

Since then, the clash has snowballed into one of the messiest Hollywood legal battles in recent memory, with discovery from the case pulling big-name stars like Taylor Swift and powerhouse production companies like Sony Pictures into the fray.

Nancy Guthrie Authorities Tracking Kidnapper's Gear and Gun

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The FBI and the Pima County Sheriff's Department are homing in on the outfit the presumed kidnapper wore as he approached Nancy Guthrie's front door, and they are on the hunt for who bought the items ... law enforcement sources involved in the investigation tell TMZ.

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Our sources singled out 3 items -- the gloves, the backpack, and the gun visible on the Nest video.

We're told authorities are contacting manufacturers and retailers to figure out who may have purchased the items.

BTW ... we've determined the holster in question appears to be polyester, which is typically used for carrying a revolver ... but in this case the weapon looks like a semi-automatic handgun.