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Accio, pics of Dumbledore! HBO's "Harry Potter" series is underway ... and we have a first look at John Lithgow in full costume.

The 79-year-old Emmy winner looks unrecognizable as the headmaster of Hogwarts, fully disappearing into the role. This show of commitment should calm down any fans who were worried about the professor being played by an American actor ... John has the unenviable task of filling the legendary shoes of his predecessors, the late Richard Harris and Michael Gambon.

As soon as he was announced, John tried to get in front of the inevitable controversy that would surround his casting ... saying, "I will be following the great Michael Gambon. I'm not an Englishman, although I've played one on TV. I remind everyone that I did play Winston Churchill on 'The Crown' and did just fine."

Charlie Sheen’s daughter Sami Sheen is feeling extra thankful -- mainly for her cosmetic and surgical glow-ups -- and she’s giving God mad props for it all!

Sami dropped an IG Story Thursday showing a throwback teen pic alongside a current snap at 21 -- pink hair flowing, face all chiseled, girls out and about -- and it was crystal clear she’s loving her transformation.

In a cheeky caption, Sami wrote ... "7 years difference... thank god for hair extensions, lip filler, boob job, nose job, veneers, and kiss 2 on faceapp ♥️"

Travis Kelce has finally publicly addressed Taylor Swift's new song about his penis ... and the Chiefs tight end got a little stiff when talking about the tune.

Jason Kelce was actually the one who got the footballer to open up on "Wood" during Wednesday's episode of "New Heights" -- and while Travis said he liked it, he was quite shy when pressed to give further comment.

Jason, though, had no problems giving his take on the track -- even joking that if someone wrote a song about his junk ... it certainly wouldn't include the line, "Redwood tree, it ain't hard to see."

From 'SNL' to UFC! A couple of comedic cut-ups were caught exchanging blows, kinda ... Fred Armisen put on a show for paparazzi Tuesday night ... picking a fight on the street with Bill Hader.

He was only joking, of course, as he pretended to yell at his fellow 'SNL' alum outside the Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, California.

Friend and dinner guest Martin Short played along ... pretending to break up the "confrontation."

Bill and Fred were seen dining for nearly two hours Tuesday night, along with their partners Ali Wong and Riki Lindhome, respectively. Marty joined them, laughing and joking throughout the night.

Whoopsie! Dolly Parton's sister Freida says she didn't mean to start a panic Tuesday over Dolly's health ... because the music legend is expected to be just fine.

After freaking out some fans on Facebook Tuesday, Freida later posted ... "I want to clear something up. I didn't mean to scare anyone or make it sound so serious when asking for prayers for Dolly. She's been a little under the weather, and I simply asked for prayers because I believe so strongly in the power of prayer. It was nothing more than a little sister asking for prayers for her big sister. Thank you all for lifting her up. Your love truly makes a difference."

Freida, 68, put fans on edge about Dolly, 79, after hopping on Facebook earlier Tuesday, writing ... "Last night, I was up all night praying for my sister, Dolly. Many of you know she hasn't been feeling her best lately. I truly believe in the power of prayer, and I have been lead to ask all of the world that loves her to be prayer warriors and pray with me."

David Ortiz clearly isn't over what Yankees rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler did to his Red Sox last week ... 'cause the Boston legend says the sensation's name sounds more like "Hitler" to him.

Big Papi dropped the eye-popping zinger after the Pinstripes kept their season alive with a comeback against the Blue Jays in the ALDS on Tuesday ... which set up a Game 4 on Wednesday.

With the 24-year-old slated to take the mound in the pivotal matchup, Ortiz asked Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Kevin Burkhardt how Schlittler's name is pronounced.

Nicole Kidman just served divorce drama on a silver platter ... striking the American Vogue cover like a woman who needs no man, and wants everyone to know it!

The statuesque actress flexed her frame in Saint Laurent on the cover -- with a spread packed with other big-name fashion -- showing her fully in her element ... though the interviewer admits, they kinda saw the divorce tea brewing mid-chat, even before anyone else did!

Journalist Wendell Steavenson said she held back when she sensed trouble in Nicole’s marriage ... a huge clue came when she asked Kidman about life in her 50s. She said Nicole  wondered aloud, "How many times do you have to be taught that you think you know where your life is going and then it isn’t going in that direction?"

Twitch streamer Fandy gave blood, sweat and tears to her fans ... live streaming as she gave birth to her baby!

The broadcast went totally viral as tens of thousands of viewers tuned in for the life event ... an audience that seems to have included Twitch CEO Dan Clancy, who delivered a surprise message -- writing, “Fandy, best of luck and congratulations. Wishing you the best in this journey."

This is Fandy's first child with husband Adamax. The child's name is Luna.

Raja Jackson has been hit with multiple criminal charges -- including one felony -- over his violent attack on Syko Stu earlier this summer.

Court records TMZ Sports has obtained show Quinton "Rampage" Jackson's son was formally charged in Los Angeles County on Tuesday with one felony count of battery with great bodily injury and one misdemeanor count of battery on a person.

Raja -- who's facing up to seven years behind bars if convicted on the felony count and six additional months if convicted on the misdemeanor -- is due in court for arraignment later this week.

Francia Raisa just slammed the brakes on years of feud rumors with one heartfelt gush ... saying how happy she is for Selena Gomez amid all her marital bliss.

Just days before Selena said "I do" to Benny, Francia spilled in an interview with Univision's Magaly Ortiz ... gushing in Spanish that Selena’s living her best life, already a billionaire ... and Francia’s just grateful she helped make it all happen for her with a life-saving kidney donation during Selena’s lupus battle back in 2017.

Francia also squashed the feud chatter ... despite reports, she was never angry with Selena about allegedly smoking cigarettes after the surgery, and says maybe one day Selena will set the record straight herself ... but honestly, no biggie!

Bad Bunny has ruffled lotsa feathers on the conservative right ... and the list now includes House Speaker Mike Johnson, who thinks the singing sensation is bad for the Super Bowl -- and for kids!

Johnson gave his take on Bunny to reporters outside the House chambers in D.C. Tuesday ... and it might shock some of you to hear what the speaker had to say.

The Republican Congressman from Louisiana kicked things off telling journalists he didn't even know who Bunny was before the whole Super Bowl kerfuffle.

Everyone's talkin' about Bad Bunny performing at next year's Super Bowl ... but the artist made a cameo at Tuesday night's New York Yankees game -- and got a little souvenir.

Bunny and his buddies took a trip to The Bronx for Game 3 of the American League Divisional Round matchup between the Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays -- and the popular Puerto Rican singer snagged a foul ball!

Here's the wind-up ... Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander was at the plate during the third inning when he hit a ball thrown by Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon into the stands.

Kristi Noem is now taking direct aim at Zach Bryan over his new song criticizing ICE raids ... calling the track "disrespectful" to the United States.

The Homeland Security Secretary told conservative podcaster Benny Johnson she's listened to the snippet of Bryan's song -- where he sings ICE has plans to "bust down your door" -- saying ... "I hope he understands how completely disrespectful that song is, not just to law enforcement but to this country."

She goes on to say ... "To every single individual that has stood up and fought for our freedoms. He just compromised it all by putting out a product such as that, that attacks individuals who are just trying to make our streets safe.”

Zak Bagans is cranking the scare meter wide open this spooky season ... the "Ghost Adventures" host just pulled the protective glass off one of his creepiest keeps ... Ed Gein’s real-life cauldron.

With Ryan Murphy’s "Monster: The Ed Gein Story" stirring buzz, Zak’s tossing in his own nightmare fuel ... unveiling the cauldron that once held human blood and entrails in Gein’s barn. For October only, fans can eyeball it sans glass ... but there’s one hell of a catch.

Zak’s making it crystal clear -- this cauldron’s cursed AF and that's why he's kept it locked behind glass for 8 years -- and now that it’s out, touch it at your own risk. His crew’s even on standby to clock any freaky paranormal activity. He says he is not removing the glass to put people in danger, but as a way to let guests get a closer look at it.

Kick off Bella Thorne's 28th birthday with a leisurely stroll through her sexiest shots ... 28 is a magical number, so we're shining the spotlight bright and just right to kick off the party!

Yellow, white and black bikinis OH MY! Today, this Disney star sure knows how to "Shake It Up!"

Thorne pokes fun at her followers with a tease here in there -- like this shot from her social media page, in yet another pleasing black bikini during sunset hour.

Before this cool kiddo in his orange shirt turned into an actor, he was just going to acting classes in New Brunswick, New Jersey ... and going to Poland, every year for four months, until age 16 ...

When he was just a junior in high school, he scored the role of Max on the soap opera "Guiding Light." He may be most known for his roles in "Vampire Diaries" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds."

Orange you glad we're gonna give you one more clue? He has over 13 million Instagram followers!