Daejon Love Date Victim Con Man Went After Vulnerable Ladies of All Races ... Can't Trust Anyone!!!

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Daejon Love's alleged victims started out receiving sympathy but are now getting crucified online ... and one woman who says she went on a date with him says it's totally unfair.

TMZ's own Charlie Neff sat down with Rachel Anderson for a conversation all about Daejon's long -- or in her case, very short -- con ... discussing a rendezvous she says went down in 2024.

We had to ask Rachel to clear a few things up from an insider's perspective ... including online chatter that Daejon specifically targeted white women like herself.

Trash Truck Rescue Man Gets Accidentally Loaded Into Garbage Truck

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A scary situation unfolded after a man was accidentally dumped into a garbage truck and trapped inside in San Francisco.

Firefighters say the man had been digging around in a dumpster early Wednesday morning when a Recology garbage truck pulled up to collect its contents.

The truck picked up the dumpster and tossed the trash -- and the man -- into the vehicle.

Minneapolis Mass Shooting Two Cops Shot, Multiple Victims ... Suspect Down

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5:32 PM PT -- FOX21 reports that 3 people are dead after the mass shooting in Minneapolis ... while the total count of police officers injured has been raised to 3 -- with 2 of them having been injured by gunfire. The suspect is confirmed deceased. One victim died at the scene, while the other died at the hospital.

Two police officers were shot Wednesday when gunfire erupted in downtown Minneapolis ... with authorities saying multiple people were injured.

The City of Minneapolis confirmed officers responded to a shooting involving multiple victims. Sources told Fox News one officer was shot in the shin and another was struck in the abdomen. Their conditions have not been released.

The suspected gunman was reportedly down, though authorities have not said whether the person was killed, wounded or taken into custody.

Jax Taylor's Lawyer Brittany's Custody Fight Is Attempt to 'Beat Him Down!!!'

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Jax Taylor's lawyer claims Brittany Cartwright is trying to "beat him down" through their custody and restraining order battles ... and believes Brittany hopes the pressure will cause him to stray from his sobriety.

Jax's attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan tells TMZ ... Brittany attempted to limit Jax's custody as part of her restraining order request, but the court denied all her requests. He says it's notable Brittany did not seek to limit Jax's custody at any point during the past year, and claims her current concerns are based on fabricated emergencies rather than facts.

The lawyer says Brittany knew the two sides were going to court based on communications between their attorneys ... and claims that's why she rushed to file what he calls a fabricated emergency.

Blueface New Baby, New $2.2M Home!!!

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Blueface has a new baby ... and now, a new home for his growing family ... TMZ has learned.

Sources familiar with the sale ... the rapper recently moved into a sprawling $2.25 million property in Moorpark, California ... just in time for the arrival of his newborn son. The home spans over 5,000 square feet and features five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, mountain views and a four-car garage.

Blueface was chauffeured to the gated property in a Maybach Sprinter provided by Stratos. He was accompanied by Christian Crane of Agents of LA, who represented him in the purchase, along with former Death Row Records producer and real estate investor Eric "C-Style" Yokoyama.

Former NFL Player Alphonso Smith Jr. Dead at 40

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Alphonso Smith Jr. -- a former NFL player and standout cornerback at Wake Forest University -- has died ... TMZ Sports has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ Sports ... the former cornerback died by suicide on Wednesday at a housing community in Florida.

Alphonso's final Facebook post highlighted his unstable emotional state before his death.

In the post, Alphonso wrote, "Do not cry for me! I tried everything in my power to fight the demons behind the ones that someone put into ME! I did not want to be that WAY! I know I have disappointed so many folks. This is a DEMON in me! But not only me! It’s EVERYONE! I have HURT so many! I needed help & did not get it!"

'Zombies' Star Carla Jeffery Dead at 33

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Disney star Carla Jeffery -- known for her role as Bree in "Z-O-M-B-I-E-S" -- has passed away.

Her talent agency, Alexanders Talent Management, announced the sad news on Instagram, writing ... "It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery."

According to the agency, the actress died Tuesday. No cause of death has been disclosed at this time.

ATM continued ... "For more than 20 years, we had the privilege of watching her grow into a beautiful, vibrant, and incredibly talented woman whose radiant smile could light up any room."

Ariana Grande Taking Break From Spotlight ... But Will Promote 'Focker-In-Law' First

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Ariana Grande will still be taking time for herself … but after she wraps up promoting her next film, "Focker-In-Law" ... TMZ has learned. 

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... before the pop star announced her plan to take a break … there were a few work commitments she knew would still be on the books. 

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Our sources say Ariana will be doing some press appearances for the 'Meet The Parents' franchise sequel, a film which Ariana has a major role in alongside Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro. The film is scheduled for release in November. 

'All That' Star Christy Knowings' Cause of Death Revealed

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Christy Knowings' cause of death has been revealed ... the former "All That" star died after suffering cardiac arrest ... TMZ has learned.

According to a death certificate obtained by PEOPLE, the certificate identifies asthma as the underlying cause, with status asthmaticus and acute hypoxic respiratory failure listed as contributing conditions.

We broke the story ... Knowings was hospitalized in August after suffering an asthma attack that caused brain damage. A family member told us she was placed on life support, and her loved ones ultimately made the difficult decision to take her off it several days later.

Lala Kent Hot Shots Ooh Lala! Happy 36th Birthday!

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Lala Kent always promises to give them Lala ... and you know the "Vanderpump Rules" star always delivers.

The bombshell turned 36 today, and we have to say she's lookin' hot as ever after another trip around the sun!

The valley's always pretty hot ... but Lala's been turning up those temps ever since she moved over the hill.

So let's celebrate this hot mama's birthday with her steamiest snaps! Check out our gallery ... and thank us later.

'Rocky Horror' Star Tim Curry Cause of Death Revealed

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Tim Curry died from coronary artery disease, TMZ has confirmed.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health made the determination -- first reported on by People -- that coronary artery disease was Tim's main cause of death. Kidney cancer and his history of strokes were listed as underlying causes.

We broke the story ... Tim died at his Los Angeles-area home on Tuesday. Law enforcement sources told us no foul play was suspected.

Denise Richards' Ex Aaron Claims Car Repossessed After Eviction From Home I'm Living In 'Cheap Place' After DV Accusation

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"The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Denise Richards’ estranged husband, Aaron Phypers, claims he's been in an increasingly dire financial situation since their bitter split.

Aaron filed a declaration in court claiming Denise still owes him more than $23K in unpaid support payments. Denise was ordered to pay him $5K a month in temporary support earlier this year.

In his filing, Aaron claims Denise has only been paying a portion of the support, which put him in a bad spot. He said he was evicted from the home he was living in and claims he had no power, water, gas, or cell phone access.

'Wheel of Fortune' Jim Thornton Heading to the Edit Room Floor ... Slashed From New Episodes Amid Sony Probe

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Jim Thornton is being cut out of the new season of "Wheel of Fortune" amid Sony Pictures Television Studios' investigation into its longtime announcer ... TMZ has learned.

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... the first month of the new season, which premieres September 14, has already been taped and is in the can, as they say in Hollywood. We're told producers are now re-editing those episodes with a new announcer ... an effort one source called a "major undertaking."

As we first reported ... Sony suspended Thornton after learning about allegations stemming from a May commercial flight.

NBA Drops Hammer On Clippers, Ballmer ... In Kawhi Sponsor Probe

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The NBA just unloaded on the Los Angeles Clippers, snatching five first-round draft picks, fining them $30 million, and suspending owner Steve Ballmer for an entire season!

The stiff punishment was all part of the league's investigation into whether superstar Kawhi Leonard circumvented the NBA's salary cap rules ... as a way to get compensation that wasn't on the books.

"The NBA announced today that the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard have been penalized for violating the salary cap circumvention rules contained in the league’s Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA)," the league said.