Nicki Minaj Set to Lose Lawyers ... Over Comms Breakdown
Nicki Minaj's lawyers say they're tired of repping the rapper in one of her lawsuits … and they are asking the judge to let them bow out of the case ... TMZ has learned.
According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ, the law firm Kurzman Eisenberg Corbin & Lever wants permission to withdraw from representing Nicki and her Pink Friday Productions company in the lawsuit filed against them by 24/7 Productions.
The suit claims Nicki and Pink Friday Productions failed to reimburse over $200K in expenses 24/7 says they incurred in connection with her "Pink Friday 2" album.
Guess Who Two-Steppin' Peach
Happy Thursday! Can you guess which country star is choosin' to show off her peach on a snowy day?!?
This Alabama peach is on top of the world ... from her hit song that has been topping charts for months ... to her sold-out tour.
She recently performed "Jolene" at Dolly Parton's CMA tribute. We definitely look like we love her -- whether she's on stage in her "Snakeskin Boots" or on Insta looking like a "Country Boy's Dream Girl."
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Brooks Nader Hopping Into 'Playmates' Movie!!!
Brooks Nader is hopping into bunny territory ... and it looks like she's the newest addition to Hollywood's upcoming Playboy movie, "Playmates!"
Photos of the "Baywatch" babe rocking the iconic Playboy Bunny look while filming on set at a Beverly Hills mansion ... complete with a black bodysuit, bow tie, bunny ears and, of course, that famous fluffy tail.
We're told Brooks spent about 5 hours on set shooting scenes for the upcoming film ... and she certainly looked the part as she strutted around in her bunny costume.
'Breaking Bad' Star Dean Norris Selling 11-Acre California Estate Amid Divorce
Dean Norris is looking to unload his sprawling California estate ... putting the property on the market for more than $3 million amid his divorce from his longtime wife... TMZ has learned.
The "Breaking Bad" star has listed his Temecula home for $3,199,267, according to real estate records reviewed by TMZ.
The massive 11-acre property features a more than 7,000-square-foot estate with 9 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms, including a separate guesthouse.
'Mormon Wives' Jen Affleck Splitsville With Zac ... Divorcing Amid Pregnancy
Jen Affleck is pulling the plug on her marriage to Zac Affleck ... filing for divorce from her husband after their relationship issues played out on "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" ... TMZ has learned.
According to court documents obtained by TMZ, Jen filed a petition for divorce Tuesday in Utah. Jen also submitted a proposed parenting plan, though the details of the filing are private.
The court records do not reveal the reason for the split or what custody arrangements Jen is seeking.
Kim K and JLaw Slumber Party In The Big Apple!!!
Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lawrence are taking their friendship to a whole new level ... and apparently, that includes coordinating their bedtime looks!
The Hollywood besties were spotted leaving the Four Seasons Hotel in New York City rocking matching pajamas Wednesday ... and TMZ obtained video of the pair looking like they were having an absolute blast together.
Check out the video ... Jennifer jokingly declares, "We are together!!!" as the two make their way out of the luxury hotel, sharing laughs and looking like they're having the ultimate girls' night.
Christina Applegate MS Misdiagnosis Was Just The Beginning ... Being Tested For Other Diseases
Christina Applegate says she's back to "square one" after her MS misdiagnosis ... revealing she's getting tested for other diseases.
This week on her "MeSsy" podcast, the "Dead to Me" star revealed she's getting tested "one-by-one" for the "sister diseases" to MS.
She explained conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and Lyme disease can all mimic MS symptoms, saying ... "So now I’m being tested for all that stuff slowly but surely."
Playboy Playmate Karissa Shannon Hef Tried to Make Me and My Twin Have Sex
Karissa Shannon is sounding off on the disturbing claim Hugh Hefner's widow made ... confirming it's "true."
In a new interview with Page Six, the former Playboy Playmate said Hef tried to make her and her twin, Kristina, perform incestuous acts on each other.
She said ... "He would try and force me and my sister to have sex with each other." The twins lived at the Playboy mansion from when they were 18 to 20 years old.
'Love Is Blind' Season 11's Only Married Couple Calls It Quits
Love apparently wasn't blind enough for John Shannon and Sarah Williams ... the only couple to tie the knot on "Love Is Blind" season 11 has pulled the plug on their marriage... TMZ has learned.
According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Sarah filed for divorce from John in Massachusetts on June 4, citing an irretrievable breakdown of their marriage.
The docs reveal the two got married on March 27, 2025 ... but were already living apart by April 15, 2026, just over a year after saying "I do."
'Mormon Wives' Zac Affleck Spinoff Cameras Rolled Without Him Before Jen's Divorce Filing
Zac Affleck won't be telling his side of the story on the upcoming "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" spinoff ... 'cause he didn't film a single scene with Jen Affleck before she pulled the plug on their marriage ... TMZ has learned.
Production sources tell TMZ ... Zac did not participate in filming for Season 1 of the new Orange County-based reality series, which features Jen.
We're told Zac wasn't involved in production at all ... meaning if the couple's marital troubles are addressed on the show, viewers will hear about them from Jen, not Zac.
Donald Trump Jr. 'The Country Has Rebuked You!!!' Heckled On College Campus
Here's Donald Trump Jr. getting an earful after a fireside chat at a high-ranking law school ... with students heckling him over the midterms and telling him voters are turning on his father.
TMZ obtained video from Don Jr.'s Wednesday visit to the law school at Emory University in Atlanta ... and hecklers are shouting at the president's son, "The country has rebuked you!!!"
A source tells TMZ ... Don Jr. was there to support his business partner Omeed Malik -- who was having his name put on a building at Emory's law school and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at his alma mater.
Palm Beach LearJet Crash Co-Pilot Nathalia's Flight Instructor Defends Her ... Says She's "Born to Fly!"
Nathalia Gadelha Filgueiras was a "natural-born pilot" ... according to one of the first instructors who taught her, who's now paying tribute to the young co-pilot killed in the tragic Palm Beach plane crash.
Chris Kirk, who says he was one of Nathalia's first instructors and mentors, took to social media to defend her flying abilities ... making it clear she wasn't just another pilot looking to cash in on an airline career.
Kirk said he'd been teaching for 40 years and she was "without a doubt the most naturally gifted pilot I have ever taught" ... adding, Nathalia routinely impressed examiners during her check rides, saying "that young lady was born to fly!"
Billionaire Leon Black Sues Rep. Garcia for Defamation … Over Epstein Comments
Billionaire Leon Black is siccing his lawyers on Rep. Robert Garcia, suing the congressman over comments he made about Black’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein.
According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, the private equity investor is suing Garcia for defamation, claiming he “lied to the American people” about his relationship with the infamous pedophile.
Black claims that on June 26, he told a hearing room full of U.S. representatives – including Garcia – that he had “no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes, and took no part in them."
'90 Day Fiancé' Michael Eloshway Feds Aren't Buying Child Porn Defense
"90 Day Fiancé" star Michael Eloshway wants his child pornography conviction thrown out ... but federal prosecutors aren't buying his argument that his lawyer botched the case.
According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, the government is pushing back hard against Eloshway's attempt to overturn his conviction and 121-month prison sentence ... arguing his attorney didn't botch his defense and there's no reason to give the reality star another shot.
Eloshway claims his lawyer should've hired a computer expert to examine the evidence against him ... but prosecutors say he hasn't explained what an expert would've uncovered that could've changed the outcome.
Stevie Wonder's Ex-Fiancée I'm Not Leaving My Home ... And Stevie Has to Fix It!!!
Stevie Wonder's ex-fiancée is firing back at him in court ... denying all of his claims against her and claiming he -- as her landlord -- needs to fix numerous alleged issues with the house where she's lived for decades.
Carmen Efferson filed a response to Stevie's claims in court on Tuesday ... stating she denies all of the claims in his previous legal filing and asking the judge not to kick her out of the home.
She also fired back at Stevie by claiming he's been acting like a bad landlord ... asking the judge to order Stevie to make improvements to the property she says he's been neglecting.
Lil Durk's Dad My Son's Solitary Confinement Is Harassment!!!
Lil Durk's dad says his son's placement in solitary confinement is nothing more than "harassment" ... and he believes the timing is no coincidence, with the rapper fighting to get out of jail.
TMZ caught up with Dontay Banks Sr., better known as Big Durk, in Los Angeles Wednesday ... and he accused authorities of targeting his son ahead of a major bond hearing.
Big Durk insisted his son is staying strong and focused despite the isolation ... though he admitted they haven't been able to communicate while the rapper's in solitary.