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Jennifer Lopez had mama bear mode fully activated during her split from Ben Affleck -- revealing she was laser-focused on her twins Max and Emme as she broke the tough news to them.

The multi-talented star told El País she kept it real with the 17-year-olds -- telling them it was a rough patch, but promising they’d watch her come out the other side stronger and better. And in true Jenny-from-the-block style … that’s exactly what she did.

Jennifer shared she’s now the happiest she’s been in years -- and her kids can finally feel that energy, which she says brings her a real sense of peace.

Jon Voight says he and President Donald Trump are working together to save Hollywood ... 'cause the way things are going, he thinks the whole thing could go down the drain -- just like Detroit, Michigan.

The actor gave his first interview to Variety since POTUS announced 100% tariffs on movies made outside the United States ... and he said he wants to keep Hollywood afloat by any means necessary.

Voight says Tinseltown really does need help ... and, it's good news the prez really cares about the film industry -- 'cause that means they can get people to roll up their sleeves and save it.

Animal rights activist Varun Virlan says he's horrified at a video that has gone viral -- showing a woman seasoning and then air-frying two crabs while they were still alive!

ICYMI ... a TikToker posted a cooking video last week showing how she prepared a dish featuring blue crabs -- she seasons some potatoes and corn, then the live crustaceans themselves, before placing them, still alive, in a glass-bottom air-fryer and cooking them for 15 minutes, with the camera showing their demise.

We spoke to the Virlan, the digital media director of Animal Save Movement, who says videos like these are exactly the problem with how crabs are excluded from being considered protected animals -- like dogs, cats, horses -- and are seen more like vegetables than animals.

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet finally hit the red carpet together after two years of low-key romance -- and it was pure fashion fireworks from start to finish.

The genetically blessed duo oozed A-list glam in coordinated looks as they strolled in hand-in-hand at the 70th David Di Donatello Awards in Rome, where the photogs were basically foaming at the lens.

Kylie stunned in a curve-hugging black Schiaparelli gown, while Timothée rocked a sleek velvet suit -- and the two were not only matching, but practically glued at the hip.

3:21 PM PT -- A spokesperson for Rondell Sheridan tells TMZ ... "Thanks to all of the friends and fans who have responded so generously to Rodnell’s situation. He is extremely humbled by the love an support everyone has shown him during this difficult time. Diagnosed in early April with severe pancreatitis, Rondell is resting comfortably and is under the care of a fantastic team of doctors who have said that with time, he should make a full recovery.

In response to some online fans who have remarked that they worried this might be drug or alcohol related, this could not be farther from the truth as Rondell shies away from drugs and alcohol."

Rondell Sheridan has been in the hospital for multiple weeks ... ending up in a bed because of pancreatitis -- and, now he's asking his fans for help.

The former Disney Channel star -- best known for his work on the show "That's So Raven" -- shared an update on his health on social media Tuesday ... explaining he was out on the road in April and needed to go to the hospital.

Sheridan says doctors initially thought it was gastric ... so, they let him go -- but, he was back in the hospital days later, and this time docs diagnosed him with pancreatitis.

Brooks Nader looks totally unbothered by her split with Gleb Savchenko -- soaking up the Miami sun and living her best life on a chill day off.

The Sports Illustrated stunner turned heads Wednesday in a teeny yellow bikini that showed off her killer bod and matched her golden glow -- which she was clearly out there topping up.

Brooks was impossible to miss -- rocking shades and a cowboy hat as she lounged with a friend, casually munching on some mozzarella sticks.

Bert Kreischer isn't just a GOAT drinker, he can also hold his alcohol, too ... 'cause he beat NFL players in a stein holding challenge!!

The party boy/comedian put his talents on full display with three pro football linemen -- former 49ers player Jon "Plump Caramel" Feliciano and current Buccaneers standouts Tristan Wirfs and Cody Mauch -- as they all took a full container of liquid and tried to hold it the longest.

Bert's podcast co-host and fellow funny guy Tom Segura also took part in the competition ... but unfortunately for him, he was the first to tap out.

The feds would probably say Luigi Mangione got his just desserts on his birthday -- 'cause he had to nosh on some crappy prison food!!!

TMZ obtained a copy of Luigi's breakfast, lunch and dinner menus for his 27th birthday Tuesday, while locked up at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, New York.

And while much of the food is the type of stuff we all eat ...it all seems kind of nasty when you factor in the whole jailhouse aspect.

Popular conservative commentator Michael Knowles says the Supreme Court upholding President Donald Trump's ban on transgender people serving in the military is a smart move ... 'cause he thinks it's a serious disease that affects their combat readiness.

We spoke with Knowles -- a longtime podcast host at Ben Shapiro's Daily Wire -- came by "TMZ Live" Wednesday to discuss the court's ruling this week ... explaining he's all for it because mental health issues in the trans community prevent them from being effective soldiers.

Knowles references studies showing higher rates of chronic disease among members of the trans community ... and adds Americans voted for Trump fully knowing this was something he was going to do, thereby cosigning it.

We're going with a modern take on an old school garment for our latest "Guess Who" ... 'cause our latest star is stunning in a silver corset.

You don't need to know who this star is to tell she's a bona fide supermodel with a body that just won't quit.

This shot comes from when she was getting ready prior to Monday's Met Gala ... when this star threw on her finest clothes before heading out to the biggest party in fashion.

She went solo to the event -- no famous husband by her side ... walking her lonely "rhode" alone.

Three ex-Memphis cops are walking free, for now, in the Tyre Nichols fatal beating case --  they've all been acquitted of second-degree murder in their state trial.

The jury returned not guilty verdicts Wednesday for all 3 defendants -- Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith -- on all charges. The former cops were facing 7 charges, including second-degree murder, aggravated assault and aggravated kidnapping.

The jury deliberated for less than 9 hours before reaching the verdicts.

Hustling and bustling in Hollywood can bring mega-success, and these stars with stashes of cash are living tales! Grab your umbrella and enjoy the show, 'cuz we're about to make it rain on this Wealthy Wednesday!

Flashing their hard-earned coin, musicians like Bad Bunny and Ice Spice are big to-dos in the industry ... and no doubt rapper Rubi Rose could buy the whole dang toy store with that wad of cash!

Actress Sofia Vergara may have been on set chillin' with the big bucks, but let's be real here -- she's definitely sittin' on a pretty penny when she's not on the job.

Pirates fan Kavan Markwood is opening up on the terrifying PNC Park fall that left him hospitalized with serious injuries ... saying he has a long road to recovery, but is grateful to those who have financially supported him over the past week.

The 20-year-old former college athlete told TribLive he has not watched the footage of his 21-foot plummet from the Clemente Wall after celebrating an Andrew McCutchen hit on April 30 ... but all things considered, he's doing "all right."

"I can't really sleep. I have a lot of back pain," he said according to the outlet ... adding he is expecting to be able to return home in a week.

The value of late One Direction singer Liam Payne's multimillion-dollar estate has been tallied up ... but since he died without a will, a UK court has determined Liam's baby mama will be in charge of overseeing his money and property.

Liam's former girlfriend & Girls Aloud member Cheryl Tweedy was appointed as one of the executors of his estate, The Guardian reports today ... and music industry attorney Richard Mark Bray was named co-administrator of the $32 million estate.

The estate's value in total was calculated at about $38M ... after debts and expenses are accounted for, the final value is estimated to be about $32M. Tweedy and Bray will be in charge of decisions regarding Liam's leftover money and possessions ... and will likely set up a trust for Liam and Cheryl's 8-year-old son, Bear.

Diddy's third day of jury selection featured a couple people with close ties to the case ... this despite the judge's direction to both sides to better vet prospective jurors.

Proceedings in Diddy's case are moving forward ... with more potential jurors called Wednesday as both sides worked to put together the 45-person jury pool -- and, it seems they weren't vetted with a fine-tooth comb.

Juror 317 took the stand ... which got Judge Arun Subramanian laughing immediately -- 'cause he and the man used to work on anti-class action cases together.

Diddy's federal trial may begin without one of the biggest witnesses for the prosecution ... 'cause the feds still can't get in touch with the woman known as "Victim 3."

The third day of jury selection in Diddy's federal case wrapped up just a short time ago ... and, the prosecution told the judge they still haven't been able to locate this unidentified person or get through to their attorney.

As we told you ... the prosecution, led by Maurene Comey, admitted Monday that Victim 3 does not live near New York City -- and, try as they might, they're worried about getting her to show up in person.