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RJ Mitte was making plans for the future and talking about new movies and philanthropy just weeks before his death ... according to podcast host Joe Vulpis, who tells TMZ he was stunned to learn RJ was dead.

Joe tells TMZ ... he filmed an episode of "The Joe Vulpis Podcast" with the late "Breaking Bad" star about two weeks ago ... describing RJ as "so positive" and "one of the most kind and genuine people [he] got to speak with." 

The podcast host tells TMZ ... "His passing is super surprising because he was so grounded and down to earth."

Joe says RJ was deeply committed to his philanthropic work and was passionate about giving back.

The Chainsmokers had an unexpected guest stealing the spotlight during their Austin City Limits performance ... a completely naked man who decided to let it ALL hang out while dancing to their music!

TMZ has obtained video showing the nude festivalgoer busting a move during the electronic duo's set Friday night at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas ... wearing absolutely nothing as he grooves to the music.

The guy is completely in the buff, seemingly without a care in the world as he dances along to the performance. Talk about letting loose!

Christa Pike couldn't get help for quite some time after her botched execution ... a result of confusion between prison officials and first responders.

According to 911 dispatch recordings reviewed by the Associated Press, it took over half an hour for prison officials to even confirm to first responders that the call for help was legit.

Apparently, there was some confusion between the first responders and the prison officials about whether or not help was actually needed in the execution chamber ... leading to a serious delay in Christa's care.

RJ Mitte is being remembered by his "Breaking Bad" costar Dean Norris following his tragic death.

Dean posted a tribute on social media hours after TMZ broke the story that RJ died by suicide Monday in Texas. 

Dean posted ... "Oh my god! Was working, just found out about RJ. I am heartbroken. Though RJ didn't play my TV son, I always looked out for him as a young kid on set." 

Selma Blair said she was "sad" and "not great" hours before she allegedly physically assaulted two flight attendants on an airplane.

The actress made the emotional comments Sunday -- hours before her alleged meltdown on a Delta flight traveling from L.A. to New York.

In a social media comment, Selma posted ... "I'm sad. I'm grateful. I hope. I am not great."

The remarks came before the "Cruel Intentions" star experienced what her rep called a "medical emergency" on a flight ... with authorities saying she was a "physically abusive passenger."

NeNe Leakes and Phaedra Parks have nothing but love for Kim Zolciak as she navigates sexual assault allegations against her son.

We got the "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" stars on Saturday at LAX, and they both showed support for their former castmate.

NeNe tells our photog she wishes Kim well and relays that the last time they spoke, Kim was doing okay ... but also admitted it had been a while.

Fall so hard for Megan Thee Stallion and Kim Kardashian lookin' cute n' cozy in their sexy undergarment ... but which fit female takes the crown?

There's a lot to choose from ... Meg's hot pink mirror selfie OR Kim's sage thirst trap?

The question here is: Who'd You Rather?!

Jane Doe's state of inebriation could prove critical in determining if she had the ability to consent to sex at the Chi Phi fraternity in 2024 ... and some of the men she's accusing of rape pointed to a text exchange to show she was not out of it.

TMZ has obtained a text exchange that was part of the Cornell University disciplinary hearing, and sources with knowledge tell us ... at least one of the accused claims it shows Jane Doe was not incapacitated.

One text message is from one of Jane's roommates at 3:05 AM, as the fraternity party was still in full swing. It reads, "You coming home tn (tonight)?" Jane's answer -- "idk" (I don't know).

Selma Blair's service dog was along for the wild plane ride that ended with the actress in handcuffs ... and while Selma is in the hospital, we're told her four-legged companion is doing just fine.

Sources tell TMZ ... Selma's English Red Fox Labrador, Scout, was aboard Sunday's Delta flight when the actress allegedly went berserk on the crew. We're told Scout is safe and was picked up by Selma's lawyer at JFK Airport.

Selma got Scout in 2021, three years after revealing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Carrot Top is keeping family close as he continues recovering from his recent suicide attempt ... going to church with his mother by his side.

The comedian was spotted Sunday in Las Vegas with his mom, Dona Wood ... she's been helping him out, driving him around following his hospitalization.

Video shows Carrot Top walking alongside Dona outside the church, sporting his signature fiery red hair, a green plaid shirt, and ripped jeans.

Diddy was transported out of federal prison early Saturday morning for a medical emergency ... TMZ has learned.

Sources at FCI Fort Dix in New Jersey tell us ... Diddy left the prison grounds early Saturday morning to get treatment for a head injury. Presumably, he was taken to a nearby hospital, but we haven't confirmed that.

We're told the ambulance pulled out of Fort Dix around 1 AM ... but, apparently, the injury was not life-threatening, because our sources say he was conscious and speaking when he was taken back to the prison before sunrise Saturday.

It's still unclear how Diddy hurt his head.

Olivier Martinez says his son with Halle Berry was afraid nobody would believe his abuse allegations against his mother ... so he snapped a photo to back up his story, and now he wants to testify in court.

In new court docs, obtained by TMZ, Olivier claims their 13-year-old son Maceo took a picture of Halle following an alleged physical altercation at her home on September 26, which set off a custody war.

Olivier says Maceo had previously made allegations about his mother getting physical with him but felt nobody took his complaints seriously ... so this time, he says his son wanted photographic evidence.

Chris Brown’s former housekeeper, Maria Avila, wants the singer arrested for making it hard for her to collect the $9 million judgment from her successful dog bite case ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Maria, who was awarded millions over a 2020 dog attack at Chris’ L.A. mansion, asked the court to issue an arrest warrant for the singer based on his failure to lock down dates for her to examine his financial situation.

Maria said Chris has refused to provide available dates for him to show up to court with his bank records … to help her figure out how to get her money.

Celebrity beach bods were on full display in Hawaii over the weekend as Hollywood gathered for Tobey Maguire's ex-wife's wedding ... and Tobey and Leonardo DiCaprio took their shirts off.

Kate Hudson, Leo, Tobey, and more A-listers hit the beach Saturday for a little fun in the sun during the lavish wedding weekend at the luxurious Four Seasons Resort on Lanai.

Leo splashed around in the water with his boys ... flaunting his shirtless bod while enjoying the ocean waves.

4:02 PM PT -- Le Vaughn was arrested Monday and booked into jail on a misdemeanor charge ... according to online records.

Bhad Bhabie's on-again, off-again boyfriend Le Vaughn got into a nasty car crash in Hollywood ... and the wreck was just the beginning of the chaos.

An eyewitness tells TMZ ... Le Vaughn was behind the wheel of a Maybach early Monday morning when he collided with a pickup truck near Laurel Canyon Drive and Kirkwood Drive ... his luxury whip lost a tire and was totaled.

Everyone appeared to be OK ... but video shows Le Vaughn doing a field sobriety test before cops slap a pair of handcuffs on him and lead him into the back of a squad car.