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"The Wire" actor James Ransone had a history of suicidal thoughts, but he didn't leave a suicide note when he took his own life ... this according to the Medical Examiner's report.

The report, obtained by TMZ, says James stated he "wanted to kill himself" and needed to go to the hospital.

The M.E. says prescription medications were found at the scene of his death ... but no drug paraphernalia, and no note.

Riley Gaines says the Supreme Court may have settled some legal fights when it comes to transgender athletes ... but she's already looking toward the next battle.

One day after SCOTUS upheld state laws restricting transgender athletes from competing on girls' and women's school sports teams, Riley stopped by "TMZ Live" to weigh in on the ruling.

Riley says the ban is great for girls in many states, but not all ... so her work on their behalf continues.

Brooks Nader, Livvy Dunne and co. have the best job in the world ... and we're finally getting our first sneak peak at their "Baywatch" reboot ... and it looks HOT.

A teaser for the new show dropped Wednesday ... showing all the stars and their sex beach bodies ... the fellas are shirtless, and the ladies are rocking tight, one-piece swimsuits.

Check out the clip ... Stephen Amell and Jessica Belkin come sprinting down the sand -- while Brooks has a more casual gait as she surveys her surroundings.

Livvy's got a huge grin and wave as she lays back on the lifeguard tower, and Shay Mitchell jumps down to land on the sand.

Blaise Taylor -- a former scout with the Tennessee Titans -- has been convicted of murder for killing his pregnant girlfriend with a lethal dose of cocaine.

The 30-year-old was convicted on four counts ... two for first-degree murder and two for felony murder at the end of a trial that lasted 8 days. The jury deliberated for less than 3 hours before returning its verdict.

Prosecutors accused Taylor of giving Jade Benning a drink laced with cocaine back in February 2023 ... though his defense team argued Benning had a history of drug use.

Jade was 5 months pregnant when she died ... and prosecutors allege the baby was Taylor's.

Taylor Frankie Paul’s infamous barstool-throwing incident is back at the center of a legal battle ... this time in a custody fight with her ex-husband, Tate Paul ... TMZ has learned.

Sources familiar with the court proceedings tell TMZ ... the 2023 incident in which Taylor was captured on video attacking then-boyfriend Dakota Mortensen and throwing a metal barstool that struck her daughter, Indy, is being cited by Tate in court documents he filed Tuesday as part of his bid for sole custody.

We're told Tate did not seek sole custody back in 2023 because he says he was never allowed to see the video. According to our sources, Taylor repeatedly told him the barstool never hit Indy, and she also publicly stated on multiple podcasts that the child was not struck. Our sources say Tate only viewed the footage days before TMZ published it.

Influencer Nara Smith says her daughter, Whimsy Lou, is battling cancer ... and the kid's only a toddler.

Nara shared the unfortunate diagnosis in an emotional video on social media, saying she and her husband Lucky Blue Smith rushed their 2-year-old daughter to the emergency room after noticing something concerning.

The "tradwife" influencer recalls instantly fearing the worst, saying her gut told her it was cancer. Whimsy was then admitted for a battery of tests, including X-rays and a biopsy.

A baby found dead in a porta-potty at Electric Forest music festival in Michigan underwent an autopsy ... but the investigation is hitting roadblocks ... TMZ has learned.

Lieutenant Patrick Agema of the Michigan State Police tells TMZ ... police have not yet received a final autopsy report, so they're unable to determine whether the baby was born alive.

Agema says more information on the tragic death will come out, but it has to be made "by the forensic pathologist following a complete review of the autopsy findings" ... and until that report gets submitted, police don't want to speculate on the cause or manner of death.

Jussie Smollett and Karamo Brown's romance is getting steamy … because the two were spotted locking lips at the airport.

The former "Queer Eye" star and Jussie packed on the PDA at LAX this week ... sealing their goodbye with a passionate kiss ... with photogs capturing every moment.

Karamo had some luggage with him ... and it appears Jussie was hanging back in L.A.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are pulling out all the stops for their high-security wedding celebration at Madison Square Garden, where money is clearly no object ... but some local businesses feel they're getting robbed.

TMZ talked to bar and restaurant owners around MSG ... and they all agreed this week's upcoming wedding events will likely hurt their bottom line -- some more than others.

One business owner on West 31st Street is livid ... telling TMZ it's unacceptable for streets to be closed near MSG because it will prevent folks from coming in for what would have normally been a busy weekend if Taylor wasn't getting married.

There are World Cup games on a holiday weekend for America's 250th birthday ... which should be big money makers for bars and restaurants ... and this owner says they're trying to get in touch with someone, anyone, connected to Taylor to explain how f-d up the situation is.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding has all eyes on Madison Square Garden ... and city officials are keeping an eye on everything around it ... including people who live on the streets.

A NYC official with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... the Department of Homeless Services will deploy a "significant force" around the MSG and Penn Station area from July 2 through July 4, sending far more outreach workers than usual into the neighborhood.

We're told the increased presence isn't about clearing the area for Taylor and Travis Kelce's wedding festivities. Instead, it's driven by the dangerous heat expected to blanket New York ... with temperatures forecast to climb into the 90s -- and possibly hit 100 degrees.

Chloe Bailey's birthday is making waves ... and not just because she's spending plenty of time in the water.

The singer is officially 28, and we're celebrating with a gallery packed full of smokin' hot shots that'll leave fans feeling the beach breeze -- and the heat.

Chloe's no stranger to the spotlight -- Beyoncé famously discovered her and sister Halle back in 2015, and judging by her sizzling snaps, Queen B clearly taught them how to slay.

It looks like Taylor Swift doesn't want that 'Life of a Showgirl' trademark lawsuit hanging over her head during her wedding day … because she’s asking a judge to throw it out.

Taylor filed a motion on Tuesday to dismiss Vegas showgirl Maren Wade's trademark infringement suit ... according to new legal docs obtained by TMZ.

Taylor's lawyers also argue there's no plausible likelihood of confusion between Taylor’s record and Maren's "Confessions of a Showgirl" brand … since their goods and services are completely different, calling it "absurd" that consumers would confuse the two.

"Malcolm in the Middle" star and NASCAR driver Frankie Muniz is racing away from the married life ... he says he's separated from his wife and moving forward with ending their marriage.

Frankie announced his split from Paige Price in a social media post Wednesday, saying ... "After 10 beautiful years together, we've grown in ways that made us realize our relationship feels most natural and strong as a deep friendship and as co-parents."

Frankie adds ... "I'm endlessly grateful to Paige for everything she's done for me and our family. She has put her own dreams on hold so I could chase mine, and she was always my biggest supporter."

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce won't have any bad blood between hangry patrons at their wedding this weekend ... because food for the event was just delivered ... and it's everything you could want at an intimate rehearsal dinner and 1,000+ person party.

Boxes are being rolled off a truck at Madison Square Garden as we speak ... and, thankfully, they're labeled -- so we can tell you everything the guests can sample.

We saw pounds of lobster meat being wheeled in ... and that's not all.

According to pics taken by Page Six ... chicken prepared multiple ways -- blackened, boneless and skinless breasts and legs -- french fries, thick-cut onion rings, peppers, romaine, eggs, heavy whipping cream and whole milk were delivered.

Need your heart rate up without leaving the couch? Two masked daredevils climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building for a proposal ... then got arrested the moment they were back on the ground.

The jaw-dropping stunt is all on video -- famed "rooftoppers" Ivan Beerkus and Angela Nikolau are seen making out atop the iconic skyscraper while holding a sign reading, "When the power of love beats the love of power the world knows peace."

Despite cops moving in fast, the couple wasted no time celebrating -- sharing photos of the proposal on IG, including a close-up of the ring and the moment Ivan dropped to one knee.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce aren't just throwing a wedding ... they're building what looks like the grand opening of a private amusement park.

The latest addition ... a giant piece of equipment rolled into Madison Square Garden on Wednesday with a bright green label that reads simply ... "Golf."

TMZ has already reported on crews building a castle, hauling in massive white staircases, and delivering heaps of food as they unload truckload after truckload ... and at this point, the fairy tale wedding is starting to feel like a one-stop destination where guests can do just about everything.