Will Ferrell Calls A Mulligan On Filming Netflix Golf Show ... Minor Off Set Injury Sidelines Actor

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Will Ferrell is taking a brief breather from his new Netflix golf comedy ... 'cause a minor injury has put him on the sidelines ... TMZ has learned.

Production sources tell TMZ ... the actor recently suffered an injury off set, and while it wasn't serious, it was enough to keep him from filming scenes scheduled this week at the Bicycle Casino just outside Los Angeles.

It's unclear exactly how or where Will got hurt, but we're told the issue made it impossible for him to shoot the planned material safely or comfortably this week. Producers have temporarily rearranged the schedule while he recovers.

Blake Lively Evens Score In Baldoni Legal Drama

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Blake Lively has even the score this week in her never-ending drama with Justin Baldoni ... a defamation lawsuit filed against her by a crisis PR firm has just been thrown out of court for jurisdictional reasons.

Here's the deal ... Jed Wallace and his company, Street Relations Inc., filed suit against Blake in February 2025 after she named both parties, along with Baldoni, in her December 2024 California civil rights complaint for bad behavior related to the filming of "It Ends With Us."

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The lawsuit was filed in Texas ... but, according to new legal docs obtained by TMZ, it was dismissed due to a lack of personal jurisdiction. Translation: the judge ruled Wallace didn't establish that the Texas court had the power to deal with the case.

U.S. Government Shutdown Almost Over ... Awaits Trump Signature

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The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history is about to come to an end.

After GOP leaders presented a federal funding bill Wednesday, the measure has now been passed by the legislative branch and now it just needs to be signed by President Donald Trump, effectively reopening the government.

Trump is likely to sign off within the hour.

The full extent of the damage caused by the shutdown is difficult to measure, but this deal comes after millions of Americans reportedly missed food assistance benefits, and many federal employees missed out on paychecks, whether they were working or not.

Jeffrey Epstein House Voting Next Week On Files Release

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Disclosure may finally be coming when it comes to Jeffrey Epstein ... the House will vote next week on a resolution demanding the Dept. of Justice release the Epstein Files.

Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters Wednesday he would put the bill on the floor for a full vote.

The bill is from Republican Rep. Thomas Massie and Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna ... and on Wednesday, they got the required 218 signatures needed to force a vote.

Piece of Cake! Holiday Baking Supplies for a Festive Kitchen!

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You may not be ready to sign up for The Great British Bake Off but that shouldn't stop you from decking out your kitchen like a pro this holiday season!

With Thanksgiving approaching and Christmas right around the corner, there's about to be a whole lot of pies, cakes ... and all those festive dessert recipes you've got saved on TikTok. While we can't guarantee that Christmas tree shaped pastry is going to turn out like the video ... we can guarantee you'll at least look like you know what you're doing with these finds.

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Food Influencer Michael Duarte Police Shot, Killed Him After He Made Threats

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Food influencer Michael Duarte was shot and killed by cops in Texas after he threatened to kill people, according to new details released by police.

A rep for the Medina County Sheriff's Office tells TMZ ... deputies responded to a 911 call November 8 in Castroville, Texas, regarding a disturbance involving a "male subject with a knife acting erratically."

The sheriff's office tells us Duarte approached a responding deputy threateningly -- paramedics were already at the scene -- and "after multiple verbal commands were given for Duarte to get on the ground by the deputy, Duarte charged toward the deputy while yelling, 'I’m going to kill you.'"

Reneé Rapp & Towa Bird The Truth About That Finger Bling!!!

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Reneé Rapp has the Internet in a frenzy after a TikTok video sent fans thinking she quietly got engaged to her girlfriend ... but TMZ did some digging and got to the bottom of it.

Here's the deal ... social media detectives went into overdrive when Reneé flashed what looked like a sparkler on that finger in a recent TikTok, and within minutes engagement rumors were trending with fans convinced Towa Bird popped the question.

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However, sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Reneé is not engaged. We're told it's simply one of the rings she regularly wears on that finger.

Big Stars ... Teeny Tiny Swimsuits! Guess The Sexy Singer!

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Temps are droppin' and so is this singer's fall-weather attire ... Can you guess which Hollywood hottie put her rockin' bod on full display in this eye-popping shot?!

She's a German singer but lives in SoCal ... She's most known for her pop and electronic music.

Feelin' unholy yet?! Hit the gallery for the reveal!

Donald Trump My Condolences ... Left Sharon Voicemail After Ozzy's Death

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Ozzy Osbourne’s death stunned the world ... and even Donald Trump felt the shockwaves so deeply he actually reached out to the late rocker’s grieving family to offer his condolences.

Jack Osbourne spilled the tea on the latest episode of "The Osbournes Podcast" with mom Sharon and sister Kelly ... playing Trump’s voicemail, where he’s heard saying he’d met Ozzy a few times and just wanted to say how talented and unique the rock legend was.

Donald added, "I just wanted to wish you the best and it’s a tough thing. I know how close you were and whatever I can do. Take care of yourself. Say hello to the family. Thanks, bye."

Jason Williams aka White Chocolate Meg May Be To Blame ... For Klay's Struggles!!!

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Jason Williams thinks he knows why Klay Thompson is strugglin' on the basketball court this season -- MEG THEE STALLION!

That's what the former NBA star said on the "Hoopin’ N Hollerin'" podcast on Wednesday, just a week after the Dallas Mavericks announced they were benching the four-time NBA champion, who is averaging just 7.4 points per game, while shooting 26.7% from the three.

The podcast crew, including Patrick Beverly, mentioned Thompson's new relationship with Meg, one of the hottest stars in all of music ... when Williams, a 12-year NBA vet, chimed in.

Jen Affleck Whitney Has High Potential to Win ... But I'm Rooting for Robert!!!

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Jen Affleck -- 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star and recent "Dancing with the Stars" contestant -- is sharing her thoughts on costar Whitney Leavitt's performance in the competition ... telling us her money is actually on hunky wildlife expert Robert Irwin.

We caught up with the cast of Hulu’s hit show as they gear up for a fiery Season 3 -- and when asked if Whitney could take the crown, all eyes were on Jen ... who reveals to us that even though Whitney is the best dancer on the show, she chooses to root for Robert.

Jen unfortunately got booted from this season -- sparking some beef with remaining 'SLOMW' contestant Whitney -- so her choosing the Australian sweetheart rather than her own costar remains on brand.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer Reflects On Marshawn Kneeland's Death ... Reveal GF Is Pregnant

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Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer addressed Marshawn Kneeland's passing on Wednesday ... saying the team's "heart is heavy" as it deals with the loss -- while also revealing the late defensive end's girlfriend, Catalina, is currently pregnant with the couple's child.

The first-year head coach met with the media coming off Dallas' bye week ... and opened up his availability by offering condolences to Marshawn's family and his girlfriend as they navigate the difficult situation.

Schottenheimer said they had the opportunity to "celebrate" Kneeland's life Tuesday night ... and they were able to "tell some stories, share, laugh [and] cry."

Penny Dead At 232

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It took 232 years, but the penny is dead ... the last ever penny was minted Wednesday in Philadelphia.

President Trump started the penny's doomsday clock back in February, when he ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to stop producing new pennies.

The clock ran out today when the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia produced the final pennies to go into circulation ... the 1-cent coins had been minted there since 1793, the year after Congress passed the Coinage Act.

KRIS JENNER New Beauty Mark ... Files 'Queen By Kris Jenner' Beauty Line Trademark

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Kris Jenner doesn't seem to be slowing down after turning 70 ... in fact, it looks like she's moving full speed ahead with plans for a new beauty line.

In a new trademark filing -- obtained by TMZ -- Kris' company Jenner Communications Inc. has filed to lock down rights to the mark "Queen By Kris Jenner."

It seems like the momager has big plans for the line ... as the trademark covers a wide range of beauty products like perfumes, lotions, body oils, beauty masks, and much more.

Boosie Badazz Still Waiting on Trump Pardon ... Gonna Set It Off With NBA YoungBoy In The Meantime!!!

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Boosie Badazz will be facing a judge later this month when he's sentenced in California for gun possession ... but he's still making the most out of his November with a birthday album release with NBA YoungBoy!!!

TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Boosie today at Amy Ruth's chicken and waffles hut in Harlem, and we took a few minutes to remember Alaicha Johnson -- the young fan whose funeral Boosie performed at in October, after being contacted by her family.

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Alaicha abruptly died from cancer and didn't get to see Boosie when he popped up in Detroit ... but the Louisiana rap star tells us fulfilling her last wish was his honor!!!

Angus Cloud Mom Sues Lawyers Who Went After Son's Estate

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Angus Cloud's mom is striking back at lawyers she claims have been hounding her with bogus claims against the "Euphoria" star's estate ... according to new court documents.

In the two years since losing her son to an accidental overdose, Lisa Cloud -- who administers Angus' estate -- claims in a new lawsuit she has suffered elder abuse, emotional distress, and more in connection with a claim from an alleged former "personal assistant" of Angus against her son's estate.

Lisa is going after the firm Hackard Law, attorney Michael Hackard, and associate Brian Geremia for filing what she's calling "meritless creditor's claims and a civil action" seeking around $310K against Angus' estate without sufficient evidence.