Howard Stern BACK ON THE AIR ... Pranks Fans With Andy Cohen Takeover

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Howard Stern is back on-air ... after duping fans into thinking Andy Cohen was taking over his SiriusXM show.

Eager listeners tuned in expecting Stern to address rumors his long-running SiriusXM show was on the chopping block -- but instead, they were met with Bravo's Andy Cohen.

Cohen opened with ... "This is, I know, is not the voice that you expected to hear. This is not the voice that you probably wanted to hear, but it is I, Andy Cohen, and this is our first day broadcasting on Andy 100."

Carlos Alcaraz Parties After US Open Win ... Champagne Showers & Model Hangouts!!!

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Carlos Alcaraz celebrated his US Open win on Sunday in epic fashion ... first, he doused himself in champagne -- and then he hit a New York hot spot and partied with models!!

The 22-year-old Spaniard beat Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium as President Donald Trump watched from the stands ... and before he left the venue, he popped some serious bubbly with his team.

Check out footage from his locker room celly -- Alcaraz surprised his pals with a massive container of booze, but they were armed with their own bottles ... and it wasn't long before everyone, and everything, was covered in alcohol.

Frenchy In 'Grease' 'Memba Her?!

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American actress Edith Conn AKA "Didi" was in her mid-20s when she skyrocketed to fame playing Frenchy -- the high school senior and 'beauty school dropout' who mistakenly dyes her hair hot pink -- in the 1978 musical/comedy film "Grease."

Edith shared the big screen with Hollywood legends like John Travolta as the hot and suave leader of the T-Birds, Danny Zuko, Olivia Newton-John as the new and naive girl at school, Sandy and Michael Tucci as Marty's silly, goofy boyfriend and part of the T-Birds.

Other honorable cast mentions include Stockard Channing as Rizzo!

"Beauty school dropout, no graduation day for you!"

Guess what she looks like now!

Autumn Arm Candy Must-Have Purses & Bags For Fall at Affordable Prices!

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Fall is right around the corner and your accessories deserve an upgrade. If you’re searching for the perfect bag for autumn, look no further.

Whether you’ve got a brown suede hobo bag in mind or are looking for a dainty leather handbag, like Jessica Alba and Cara Delevingne, there are plenty budget-friendly options. Amazon is stocked with a lineup of chic, affordable purses that channel celebrity style ... without the designer splurge.

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You can’t go wrong with a brown leather bag for fall! This Faux Leather Slouchy Hobo Bag is the perfect fit if you’re heading back to class or just going into the office.

2025 MTV Video Music Awards Don't Need to Prerecord These Performances ... Mariah Carey & More Take the Stage!!!

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The MTV Video Music Awards highest honor goes to the "Video of the Year" winner ... but, these stars lit up the stage live an in person at the show Sunday night.

Some of the biggest stars in the world ... took the stage -- and not always dressed in an elaborate costume. Take Tate McRae, who rocked the stage in just her underwear.

Sabrina Carpenter belted out her hit track "Tears" ... and, then won Album of the Year for "Short n’ Sweet" -- adding a second Moon Man to her collection, as she pointed out.

Ozzy Osbourne Steven Tyler Belts Out Tribute Song ... YUNGBLUD, Joe Perry Help

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Ozzy Osbourne's friends came together for another magical tribute ... with Aerosmith's Steven Tyler even getting onstage to show his love for the late rocker.

The tribute kicked off with Ozzy's son Jack and his family speaking to the crowd in a prerecorded message ... saying they couldn't make it, but thanking them for the outpouring of support since his dad passed away.

YUNGBLUD -- an English singer topping the rock charts these days -- came out first ... crushing the iconic "Crazy Train" before Tyler and Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry slowed the performance down with the song "Mama, I'm Coming Home."

Mariah Carey Why Aren't You 'Obsessed' with My Choreography??? Awkward Stage Combat at VMAs

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Mariah Carey's clearly not onstage a ton anymore ... 'cause her choreography was a bit awkward onstage at the MTV Video Music Awards -- including a fake slap she really didn't sell.

The singer-songwriter took the stage at UBS Arena in New York Sunday night to perform some of her hits and accept the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award -- a lifetime achievement presented at the ceremony each year.

After finishing up a song, a woman in an all-red outfit -- who Mariah called Bianca, a reference to a character from the 1999 "The Heartbreaker" music video -- came out ... and, Mariah pretended to smack her in the face -- all rehearsed choreogrphy.

Billy Porter Exits Broadway Show Early Amid Diagnosis

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Billy Porter is cutting his Broadway return short ... stepping away from "Cabaret" weeks earlier than expected due to a serious health scare.

On Sunday, producers for the Broadway revival announced the Tony winner is battling a "serious case of sepsis" and will not finish his originally scheduled run at New York City's August Wilson Theatre. Porter was slated to star as the Emcee through October 21, but his final performance will now be September 21.

"His doctors are confident that he will make a full recovery but have advised him to maintain a restful schedule," read a statement on the show's social media accounts.

2025 MTV VMAs Stars Arrive For Memorable Music Event ... Tate McRae, Doja Cat & More

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The MTV Video Music Awards always make for some crazy moments -- Sabrina Carpenter making out with an alien, anyone? -- and, this year's edition brought out some wild fashion we gotta show ya.

Speaking of Sabrina, she pulled up in a sparkly red, mesh outfit ... adding a lavender wrap to the ensemble. Tate McRae arrived in a sheer white dress ... which allowed her matching underwear to peek out from beneath the fabric.

Doja Cat seemed to channel her inner Dolly Parton in a low-cut minidress and big hairdo ... while Livvy Dunne proved orange can't replace the classic black, looking like an awards show pro with a short black blazer over matching bra -- and a pair of black slacks to boot.

Timberwolves Naz Reid Sister Killed in New Jersey ... Allegedly Murdered by Significant Other

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NBA star Naz Reid's sister was shot and killed in New Jersey this weekend ... and, cops say her boyfriend's the one who committed the crime.

A woman was shot at an apartment complex in Jackson Township just north of Tom's River, NJ Saturday morning ... and, cops have now identified her as Toraya Reid -- Naz's older sister.

Shaquille Green -- a 29-year-old man -- has been arrested and charged with murder, according to Sports Illustrated. SI reports Reid and Green were dating.

Lady Gaga Thanks For the Trophy, MTV ... But, I Gotta Run to Madison Square Garden!!!

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Lady Gaga gave a speedy speech at the MTV Video Music Awards ... 'cause she's a busy artist whose gotta put on a show across town soon!

The singer-songwriter was named Artist of the Year at the VMAs Sunday night ... and, she took the stage to thank her fans and her fiancé Michael Polansky -- becoming visibly choked up as she did so.

LG then said she's sorry she can't stick around ... but, she's got a good reason -- she's actually performing at Madison Square Garden tonight!

Young Thug I'm Not Homophobic ... But, If You Aren't Openly Gay, I Don't Trust You!!!

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Young Thug says he doesn't trust people putting on a facade ... especially men who come out as gay after they've already struck up a friendship.

The rapper made the controversial comments on the "Perspektives with Bank" podcast ... equating informing the cops about someone with coming out as gay after first claiming to be straight.

It's a convoluted argument ... but, essentially, Thug says if you present yourself one way -- a straight man in this case -- and later come out, then he's not rocking with you anymore.

Supertramp's Rick Davies Dead at 81 ... Founding Member, Wrote 'Give A Little Bit'

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Rick Davies -- a founding member of the band Supertramp -- has died ... according to the group.

The singer-songwriter passed away in his Long Island home on Friday after a long battle with cancer, the band announced in a public statement. The group offered its condolences to his widow, Sue Davies.

Rick founded Supertramp in 1970 with fellow singer and songwriting partner Roger Hodgson ... and the two teamed up with Dougie Thomson, Bob Siebenberg and John Helliwell to form the original lineup form 1973 to 1983.

Madison Beer & Justin Herbert Painting L.A. Blue & Gold ... After Slapping Travis Kelce & Chiefs!!!

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Madison Beer and Justin Herbert are charging around Los Angeles ... after his squad smacked Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs around.

The pop star and her quarterback boyfriend were spotted holding hands on their way out of Delilah -- a popular celebrity hot spot -- in Los Angeles on Saturday night.

Beer's wearing a tight, low-cut crop top in these pics while Herbo dressed casually in a black t-shirt and jeans ... and, both could barely contain their grins as they left the place.

Farrah Abraham You Might Be A Master, P ... But, I'm a Master at Throwing it Back!!!

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Master P might be in control in the studio ... but, Farrah Abraham took charge while with him on the TMZ Tour Bus -- throwing it back in his face Saturday night!

Our "TMZ After Dark" tour is so popular we've decided to add a second bus on Saturday nights to give more fans a chance to experience a wild evening out in Hollywood ... and, we got the two stars to each host one of the rides!

Master P's bus left at 7:30 PM while Farrah's left at 8 PM ... but, the two stars got on the same bus for a minute -- during which Farrah out on a show using the pole up front.

Influencer Lola Doll Fighting for Her Life After Drive By Shooting in Guyana

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Lola Doll -- a popular social media star -- is fighting for her life after being gunned down outside her home in South America.

According to the Guyana Police Force, the 33-year-old was ambushed Saturday around 11:30 PM while she was sitting in her car when a man on a motorcycle rolled up and opened fire, hitting her multiple times.

Police say she sustained gunshot wounds to her face, hands, right leg, and neck before being rushed to the hospital, where she remains in critical condition.