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The man who was arrested after a shooting outside Chris Brown's Los Angeles home has been fired from his position on the singer's security detail ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ broke the story ... cops responded Friday to a shooting outside Chris' Tarzana property, where a man was taken into custody following a confrontation with a woman. Now we're told that person was on Chris' security staff.

Law enforcement sources tell us the man worked security for Chris and was stationed at the home when the situation unfolded, but we're told he's no longer part of the team following the incident.

All aboard the Met Gala fashion train!!!

Elaborate -- and super long -- dress trains have been a staple at the Met Gala for years ... with Rihanna among the ultimate trendtrainsetters.

RiRi rolled out a yellow train behind her 2015 Met Gala dress ... check it out -- it flowed down several stairsteps as she climbed her way up to the annual NYC event.

M.I.A. isn't backing down after getting the boot from Kid Cudi's tour ... in fact, she's doubling down and telling critics to chill out and stop "dividing" people.

The singer fired off a message on X Monday, urging people not to fuel division and pointing out she isn't eligible to vote in the U.S., while arguing millions of Latino voters supported Trump ... questioning whether critics plan to "hate them all."

She added that people should think for themselves instead of following rumors and said she's praying for more awareness and unity.

Good news on the Lawrence Taylor health front ... the N.Y. Giants legend has been released from the hospital, and is continuing to recover from pancreatitis at home.

TMZ Sports has learned that LT was discharged late last week ... and we're told the Hall of Famer is feeling much better!

We broke the story ... Taylor, 67, was hospitalized in New Jersey on April 23. We later learned LT was dealing with pancreatitis.

Vanessa Bryant's had it with the rumor mill ... and she's clapping back loud and clear.

Kobe Bryant's widow jumped on Instagram over the weekend to shut down wild speculation that she's either walking down the aisle again or expecting a baby … and she's definitely over it.

Vanessa lit up her IG Stories Sunday night with a sarcastic jab at the nonstop gossip ... writing, “Can you guys decide already ..... Am I pregnant for the 100th time or am I getting remarried???”

Dolly Parton's Vegas comeback is hitting the brakes again ... 'cause the country queen says her body still needs more time in the shop.

Dolly shared a video on Instagram on Monday ... telling fans she's improving and "responding really well to meds and treatments" ... but she's not quite ready to hit the stage in Las Vegas just yet. Her residency was previously pushed from December 2025 to September 2026 amid health issues.

Watch the clip ... in classic Dolly fashion, she kept things funny while explaining the situation ... saying some of the meds make her "swimmy headed," and she can’t exactly be dizzy while carrying banjos and guitars in 5-inch heels, rocking rhinestones, big hair and an even bigger personality.

Sydney Sweeney is connecting with nature Down Under ... because she went to an Australian zoo and fed the giraffes ... and it's all on camera.

Check out this photo of Sydney hand-feeding a giraffe some greens at the Taronga Zoo in Sydney. She's got a huge smile on her face as the giraffe grabs the leafy green grub from her hand with its chompers.

Sydney visited the zoo with her father, Steven Sweeney, and her pal Kelley McCartney ... they've been doing touristy things on their trip to Australia.

Kid Cudi is giving M.I.A. the boot ... after she got booed onstage over some comments that appeared to provoke the crowd.

On Monday, Cudi took to Instagram to announce she will no longer be opening for "The Rebel Ragers Tour."

He said on his story that he warned M.I.A. not to say or do anything offensive while on the road with him ... but her recent rants onstage have upset him and his fans.

Blake Lively said under oath she never asked anyone to destroy raw footage from "It Ends with Us" ... but an email from an executive at Sony indicates that might not be true.

Here's the deal ... during Lively's deposition in the case on July 31, 2025 last year, she was questioned about whether she had asked "anyone from Sony to destroy the dailies."

For those who don't know ... a daily is a clip of short raw, unedited footage shot during a single day of film production. The footage is quickly processed and reviewed by directors to make sure the shots look correct and that there aren't any glaring issues.

Pedro Pascal and Rafael Olarra were out and about in Beverly Hills on Saturday ... taking a walk and enjoying each other's company.

They were both sporting shades as they walked around the L.A. neighborhood on their sunny stroll.

Pedro kept it casual in a gray T-shirt and sweats, while Rafael donned athletic shorts and a knee brace.

Can you guess which supermodel put her hot mom bod on full display in this topless selfie?!

She's worked with fashion's top brands, like Dolce & Gabbana and Dior ... but you may best know her for struttin' her stuff on the Victoria's Secret runway from 2011-2018.

This babe in the sheets is expecting her 2nd!

Britney Spears had her DUI charge dropped Monday morning after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors, where the charge was reduced to a "Wet Reckless."

There are conditions to the plea ... notably, she'll be placed on 12 months' probation, which could be a problem if she violates the law in the next year.

She also cannot possess drugs without a valid prescription. Again, this could be a problem. As we reported, Britney has gone to Mexico more than once to get Adderall.

She's also ordered to continue with mental health and substance abuse treatment, meeting with a psychologist once a week and a psychiatrist twice a month.

If Britney violates any conditions of during her probation, she could be sentenced to jail.

Her lawyer Michael Goldstein tells TMZ ... “Through her plea today, Britney has accepted responsibility for her conduct.  She has taken significant steps to implement positive change which is clearly reflected in the Ventura County District Attorney’s decision to reduce the charge in this case and dismiss the DUI.  Britney appreciates this discretion and is also grateful for the outpouring of support she has received.”

Prosecutors offered Britney a sweet plea deal, though she did not attend the hearing. The pop star's lawyer appeared on Britney's behalf at about 9 AM in a Ventura County courtroom.

"Jersey Shore" star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro is breaking his silence after raising alarms with a string of concerning behavior.

In a series of Instagram story posts Monday morning, Ronnie first shared the statement, "High functioning depression is waking up each day with a face that works but a heart that doesn’t, doing everything you’re supposed to do while feeling nothing inside, and most days it’s like being trapped in your own life, forced to keep moving even when every part of you wants to stop."

He then shared a post raising awareness of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, and later, an interview of NBA player Kyrie Irving declaring, "It’s okay to be human. Like, I don’t have to be perfect for anyone here nor do I have to be perfect for the public. So I’m not here to dispel any perception. I’m just here to be myself."

Lizzo isn’t backing down from her legal issues ... in fact, she's leaning all the way in -- saying she's ready to take the stand and let the truth speak for itself.

Watch the clip ... the singer sat down with CBS News host Gayle King for an interview that aired Monday morning, and she made her stance clear -- she's not settling, not hiding, and definitely not scared of what might come out in court.

A group of Lizzo's former dancers claim she created a toxic work environment ... accusing her of sexual harassment, weight-shaming, and putting them in uncomfortable situations on tour. Lizzo says when she first got hit with the lawsuit, her reaction was simple -- "It’s not true." But she didn’t go firing back publicly right away ... explaining she felt a responsibility to keep it measured because of what she represents to fans.

Chris Brown was hauled into court for a paternity suit just days before he welcomed a new baby with his current girlfriend, Jada Wallace ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Diamond Brown filed suit on April 3 over her 4-year-old daughter, Lovely Symphani Brown.  She says Brown acknowledged paternity in a voluntary declaration, which she attached as an exhibit.

Lovely was born on January 7, 2022. She asked the court to award her legal and physical custody, but did propose that Chris have visitation.

The paperwork noted that Lovely has lived with Diamond from birth to present at her L.A. home.

Joseph Duggar is looking to grill the investigators who spoke to the alleged victim in his Florida criminal case ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Joseph and his legal team are seeking permission from the judge to question individuals from the Department of Children & Families, Child Protection Team, and any other law enforcement agency involved in the investigation.

Joseph said that reps from the agencies spoke to the alleged minor victim in the case, and he insists has the right to view the evidence against him.