Diddy Talking Shop with Nelly, French Montana ... Discuss Album in 2018 Clip

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Diddy's trial has many thinking about his alleged crimes ... but, he rose to fame for his musical acumen -- and, TMZ has a clip of him in his professional element from back in the day.

We've obtained exclusive video from a December 2018 studio session where French Montana's showing his album to Diddy and singer-songwriter Nelly.

Check out the clip ... the crew's having a good time -- with Diddy whispering to French at times and providing other advice while listening to songs for the 2019 entry "Montana."

Celebs Hit Up the Renaissance Faire ... Huzzah!

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Good Day! Thou art most welcome to join us as we embark on a journey to the Renaissance Faire with Hollywood's lords n' ladies! From jousting to shopping for fine jewelry ... and chowin' down on turkey legs, your exciting adventure awaits!

Stars like Vanessa Hudgens dressed to impress in her finest garb and bodice, Dylan Sprouse protected his spouse Barbara Palvin with his sturdy shield, and Claudia Sulewski and Finneas took a quick stop from the festival fun and snapped a cute selfie.

Hit up our action-packed gallery and see which stars get down at the Renaissance Faire!

Fare thee well!

Michael Carter-Williams Ex-NBA Star Set To Make Boxing Debut ... Hoping For Knockout!!!

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Michael Carter-Williams has traded in jump shots and chest passes for jabs and body blows -- he's a boxer now -- and he tells TMZ Sports he's gunning for a knockout in his first time on the mat later this month!!

The ex-NBA star -- the 11th overall pick in the 2013 draft -- has formally made the transition to the fight game since the end of his hooping career ... and his first official match will go down at the Broad Street Brawl on May 29 at the Leman Ballroom in New York.

His opponent is Sam Khatib -- an amateur boxer who's 36 -- and it will be a three-round affair with proceeds from the tilt going to a good cause.

Celebrity Scramble Guess Who!

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It's "about damn time" you joined us for a fun game of celebrity scramble! Hidden behind this mashed-up photo is a gal who can hit the high notes and flute like no other. Given the clues, see if you've got what it takes to guess the unknown star.

She started playing her instrument when she was only 10 years old -- and assembled a musical group called "Cornrow Clique" when she was 14. Her popular jams have topped the music charts.

She's recently undergone a body transformation, and she looks "Good as Hell!"

Can you guess who she is?

Drake C'mon Governor, Free My Man Tory Lanez!!!

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Drake's hoping to garner some support for his pal Tory Lanez's release ... sharing a petition calling on California Governor Gavin Newsom to pardon him.

The rapper took to Instagram Friday night to share a change.org link with the caption "@torylanez come home soon" ... and, the link led to a petition calling on the governor to "Correct a Deep Injustice" and pardon Tory.

According to the petition, Tory's conviction wasn't supported by enough physical evidence ... and, they feel the justice system straight up railroaded the guy and landed him a 10-year sentence.

Natalia Bryant Mamba Mentality Great For BBall and College ... Graduates From USC!!!

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Natalia Bryant's all grown-up and leaving school behind for now ... 'cause she just graduated from USC's prestigious film department.

The daughter of Kobe and Vanessa Bryant walked across the stage in her cap and gown Saturday ... and, dozens of photographers were on-hand for her special moment.

One caught her walking with her entourage back to her car with her mom ... decked out in her all white gown and a bright red stole.

Stars & Scars You Be the Judge

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Star witness Cassie was center stage for Diddy's federal trial, President Trump controversially cozies up to Qatar and gets a new, "free" Air Force One ...while Justin Bieber's proudly flying high. So, we gotta ask ...

Cassie's Testimony ...

Unedited Cassie Beating Video ...

Who's Winning, So Far

Donald Trump's 747 Gift From Qatar ...

Justin Bieber's Bong Shots ...

Who Ya Got?

Theo Von Grabbing Fan

James Comey's '8647' Post ...

Menendez Bros. Resentenced ...

Celeb Island Vibes Hawaii Gets Love From Hollywood Hotties!

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It's no shaka shocker that Hollywood's hottest stars love to flock to the Hawaiian Islands ... but with the new 'Lilo & Stitch' movie days away from blowing up the box office this summer, we are taking a look at which celebs said Aloha to the HI before the movie steals the show!

Nicole Scherzinger is no stranger to the sands of the islands ... while Colton Underwood is never too shy to share a squeaky clean towel selfie on social media. From Sydney Sweeney in iconic bikini selfies ... to Kevin Hart's pool floaty photos, we've pulled together all the Hawaii hot shots from over the years to check out before the big Disney drop!

Aloha!

Diddy Trial Read Through Pages of Diddy and Cassie's Texts

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Diddy's federal trial kicked off earlier this week ... and, Cassie took the stand for several days of testimony -- reading dozens of text messages during proceedings.

Those texts -- which appeared across 162 pages of legal documents -- have now been entered as public evidence exhibits ... and, we've compiled some of the most shocking for you to peruse.

While many of the texts appear innocuous -- the two checking in on each other, saying they love or miss the other person, etc. -- some are more sordid ... with Cassie admitting there were "a lot of d***s, a lot of partying" at one particular gathering.

Kim Kardashian Watch Me Take Over Hollywood in 20 Years!!!

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Kim Kardashian shot up the ranks in Hollywood -- from Paris Hilton's assistant to reality television star and mogul ... and, we've got a video to show ya how she did it.

Kardashian first started gaining fame in the mid-2000s ... working for Paris, running the boutique Dash with her sister Kourtney and Khloé -- and partying the nights away in Los Angeles.

Her 2007 sex tape with Ray J launched her into international recognition ... and, helped her land her own reality television show with her family -- "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."

2025 Cannes Film Festival Jennifer Lawrence, Robert Pattinson Bring Star Power to Red Carpet!!!

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The 78th Cannes Film Festival is well underway ... and, big stars are bringing their best to the red carpet -- including a couple of Hollywood heartthrobs.

Jennifer Lawrence is back on the world stage after taking some time to start her family with husband Cooke Maroney -- looking fashionable in a strapless white dress with a seashell-like bust.

She posed with Robert Pattinson -- dressed in a flashy black tux ... drawing attention for their new flick, "Die, My Love."

Justin & Hailey Bieber Spending Some Time Apart ... Different Days Out in L.A.

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Justin and Hailey Bieber are each spending some time on their... don't worry, they're not breaking up -- they're just doing their own things in L.A.

The two stars were both spotted in the City of Angels Friday ... with Justin hitting up a West Hollywood café with a friend early on in the day -- looking relaxed in a red hoodie and not even hiding his face from the cameras.

Bieber threw on a pair of baggy black sweats, too ... a pretty comfy ensemble for his afternoon out.

Diddy Files to Dismiss Dawn Richard's Lawsuit on Same Day She Testifies

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Diddy wants Dawn Richard's civil suit against him thrown out ... calling the allegations she's made against him totally false -- on the same day she took the witness stand against him in his criminal trial.

The rap mogul's legal team filed the documents Friday ... pointing out a series of reasons why Dawn's lawsuit shouldn't go any further -- statute of limitations, improper group pleads, and on and on.

It's mostly lawyer speak ... though Diddy's attorneys do say early on in the docs that she's essentially trying to ride the wave of negative press around Diddy to a payout -- writing Dawn "seeks to transform narratives of alleged injuries against others into a headline-grabbing sex trafficking conspiracy as to her."

Kanye West & Bianca Censori Need to Cool Down on Hot Day ... Ice Cream, No Bra Should Do the Trick!!!

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Bianca Censori knows how to cool off a hot day ... grabbing ice cream with her man Kanye West -- and wearing her skimpiest clothes out.

The two stars were spotted in Mallorca with Bianca's sister, Angelina ... stopping off for a sweet treat in a crowded marketplace -- and Bianca's back in her summer ensembles, leaving nothing to the imagination.

BC wore a mesh top out with no bra underneath -- so, everyone around them got to see everything she's packing up top.

Beyoncé Throw Hands During 'II Hands II Heaven' ... Another Fight Breaks Out Mid-Show!!!

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Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" tour is bringing out a crowd straight out of a saloon in the Old West ... 'cause a fight broke out during another one of her shows!

The singer-songwriter played Chicago's Soldier Field earlier this week and -- after taking the stage two hours later due to severe weather -- she played all of her hits ... including the soulful "II HANDS II HEAVEN."

While Bey sings the calming gospel-country song, it seems some took it as an opportunity to bring their hands down away from heaven and toward each other's face ... rumbling on the stadium floor.

Cassie Preparing to give birth after vivid diddy testimony

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Cassie Ventura is moving on from Diddy after her bombshell testimony in his federal sex trafficking trial this week ... and TMZ has learned she's now zeroed in on her family and preparing for the arrival of her little one with husband Alex Fine.

TMZ spoke with Cassie's lawyer Doug Wigdor, who tells us she views her several days on the witness stand as "the last chapter of her ordeal," adding ... "She’s focused on her husband and kids this weekend and getting ready to give birth in a few weeks."

As you know ... the singer is expecting her third child with her better half, who was in New York all week supporting her as she gave testimony and was cross-examined on the stand -- including when she confirmed she told Diddy she'd be "lost" without him despite dating Alex.