Jacob pressed Lummis ... for cryin' out loud, Musk is worth more than the GDP of many countries, but she stood firm. As for whether it's too much for one person to have, she wasn't buying what Jacob was selling.
Los Angeles' top cop is speaking out after outrage erupted over the fatal police shooting of a dog in Canoga Park ... with Chief Jim McDonnell promising a "full and comprehensive review."
In a newly released statement, McDonnell stressed there's "no incident more serious" than when an officer fires a service weapon ... adding, "The loss of a pet is deeply personal."
The chief said the probe will take time to ensure fairness, transparency and accountability, while adding that officers face unknown dangers daily but are still expected to exercise sound judgment, restraint and respect for life whenever possible.
Karen Bass isn't letting the LAPD off the hook for killing a cute, fluffy dog last during a Knicks NBA Finals celebration.
The Los Angeles mayor has ordered a probe into the LAPD officers who shot to death Jameson -- a mixed golden retriever, Saint Bernard and poodle -- after police responded to Saturday's distress call of a woman screaming at an apartment complex, the California Post reports.
In a statement to the outlet, Bass said ... "Every life lost to violence is a tragedy, and we know that the devastating loss of Jameson will be felt by his family forever."
This week's Cheek of the Week paton is being passed off to a star who does it all -- singer, actress, model, cookbook author ... the list goes on. Can you score the unknown babe?!
She first grew to recognition as Miss Teen Houston. Her jaw-dropping looks have amassed an Instagram following of 2+ million followers.
Still not sure who she is? Talk to her hot hubby Deshaun Watson!
Ms. Juicy was frightened after police told her she was going to be arrested and taken to jail ... and her emotional reaction is all on video.
In the police bodycam footage from the "Little Woman: Atlanta" star's April 18 arrest in Winder, Georgia, she chats with the cops who pulled her over ... and when they tell her she's being placed under arrest, she replies ... "I'm going to jail? Woo."
Ms. Juicy -- whose real name is Shirlene King-Pearson -- was booked on charges of driving on a suspended license and no proof of insurance.
During her chat with cops, Ms. Juicy told officers she was upset because she believed the issues with her license had been previously resolved in court.
Dan Hurley's certainly on board ... telling TMZ DC he'd love to have his UConn Huskies play on the South Lawn next after the recent UFC Freedom 250 extravaganza!!
Coach Hurley -- who attended the elaborate MMA event on Sunday and other UFC fights in the past -- lit up when Charlie Cotton pitched the idea of getting some college basketball at 1600 Penn next.
New Jersey native Laura San Giacomo was 27 years old and fairly new to Hollywood when she landed the role of the street-walking best friend Kit De Luca -- who helps Vivian Ward navigate her way through Beverly Hills while mixing business with true love -- in the classic 1990 romantic comedy "Pretty Woman."
Soulja Boy’s ex-girlfriend is attempting to have his music residuals sold off to collect on a multi-million dollar judgment against him ... TMZ has learned.
According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a former assistant who then started a two-year romance with the rapper filed a notice announcing her intent to sell Soulja's rights to collect music residuals from Broadcast Music. She said she intends to sell to the highest bidder.
The woman, who filed as a Jane Doe, said the sale will go forward unless Soulja objects.
Guillermo Rodriguez is adding another gig to his resume … ‘cause TMZ has heard the beloved “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” personality is joining the upcoming season of “Dancing with the Stars.”
Production sources tell TMZ … Guillermo has signed on to compete in Season 35 of the ABC competition series and will be hitting the ballroom this fall.
The longtime sidekick and fan favorite has become a staple of late night television through his work alongside Jimmy Kimmel, earning laughs with his celebrity interviews, red carpet antics and comedic bits.
Guillermo is the latest celebrity to join the cast as ABC gears up for another season of the hit dance competition.
Reality TV stars Maura Higgins and Ciara Miller have already been announced for the upcoming season. Social media star and Savannah Bananas player Jackson Olson is also set to compete.
The full cast is expected to be revealed soon.
Season 35 follows a successful run for the franchise, with Robert Irwin and pro partner Witney Carson taking home the Mirrorball Trophy last season.
Christine Quinn's return to "Selling Sunset" is already stirring up drama ... because she appeared to take a swipe at some former castmates while explaining why now was the right time to come back.
We got Christine Tuesday outside The Oppenheim Group offices as she was leaving after a day of filming for the Netflix hit series, and asked what made this the perfect moment for her return.
Christine didn't hold back ... telling us the trash needed to be taken out before adding she also needed to be divorced from ex-hubby Christian Dumontet. Asked if the timing was finally right, she said timing is everything.
"90 Day Fiancé" star Thais Ramone's domestic battery arrest is now coming into sharper focus ... because TMZ has obtained police body cam footage from the incident involving her estranged husband, Patrick Mendes.
The police video, obtained by TMZ, captures officers responding to Patrick's Nevada home on May 22 after he reported an alleged domestic violence incident involving Thais.
According to the police report, which TMZ previously obtained, Patrick told officers Thais slapped him in the face during a heated argument just days after he served her with divorce papers. In the footage, Patrick claims he went to Thais' home so their child could say goodbye before Thais departed for Brazil.
Tyrese Haliburton's fiancée, Jade Jones, just broke her silence after a friend died at her bachelorette party ... remembering her as "a light in this world."
Jones took to Instagram to share her love for Makenzi Kern-- her longtime pal who passed away unexpectedly at Jones' bachelorette in St. Barts -- sharing photos of the two of them together over the years.
Daveigh Chase's friends desperately searched for the actress on Los Angeles' Skid Row in the months before her death ... TMZ has learned.
Sources close to Daveigh tell TMZ ... her inner circle had been trying to locate her for years after she went MIA amid personal struggles.
We're told friends got a lead on her whereabouts a few months before she died. They were sent a video they believed showed Daveigh living on Skid Row, a section of downtown Los Angeles known for its homeless encampments.
Jelly Rolland Bunnie XOare wasting little time untangling their lives after calling it quits ... 'cause TMZ has learned the former couple is already making progress on dividing up their property and other assets.
Multiple sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the split has been moving smoothly behind the scenes. We're told both sides are focused on making sure each person gets what they deserve, and so far there have been no major disputes over money or property.
In fact, sources tell us Bunnie is already walking away with at least one of the couple's homes as part of the asset division. We're told the process has been amicable so far, with both sides focused on making sure each person gets what they deserve.
Sabrina Carpenter was granted a permanent restraining order against the man who was arrested at her L.A. home … who she claimed returned to her home hours later … TMZ has learned.
A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge ordered 31-year-old William Applegate to stay 100 yards away from the pop star, her sister Sarah and Sarah’s boyfriend, George, for the next 5 years.
William testified at the hearing in opposition to Sabrina’s request for a restraining order, but he apparently failed to sway the judge.
Will Smith's former friend, Bilaal Salaam, is begging a judge not to make him pay 5-figures in attorney's fees he owes to Jada Pinkett Smith ... and he says he's broke and homeless.
In court docs, obtained by TMZ, Bilaal asked the court to reconsider a decision ordering him to pay Jada more than $32K in attorney's fees after she convinced the court to dismiss his claims of emotional distress.
Bilaal claims he is "certified homeless," receives welfare benefits, and cannot pay the judgment. He agrees he owes Jada legal fees, but he asked that the amount be reduced greatly or that some sort of payment plan be arranged due to his situation.