Taylor Swift Puts On Dazzling Performance In Brazil ... After Tragic Death Of Fan
Taylor Swift was back to herself during a Friday concert in Brazil after mourning the death of a fan just one week ago.
TS hit the stage to perform in front of a packed crowd in São Paulo last evening -- and she appeared to be in great spirits, wearing a glittering silver and blue bodysuit with matching knee-high boots.
TAYLOR SWIFT SUBIU AO PALCO PARA O PRIMEIRO DIA DE SHOW EM SÃO PAULO#SaoPauloTSTheErasTour pic.twitter.com/vSlbjFly9n
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The pop superstar was beaming as she pranced around the stage strumming her guitar -- and even stopped at one point to flex her arm muscles.
Taylor treated the audience to two surprise tunes -- "Now That We Don't Talk" from "1989 (Taylor's Version)" and "Innocent" from "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)." This marked Taylor's first of three nights of sold-out performances at Allianz Parque stadium in São Paulo.
The positive vibes stood in stark contrast to the dark atmosphere that hung over her Rio de Janeiro concert the previous Friday when one of her fans died.
Just before Taylor went on stage, Ana Clara Benevides Machado fell ill amid the city's oppressive heat and was rushed to a hospital, where she passed away. Brazilian authorities are looking into the cause of her death while investigating the organizers of the concert to determine if they committed any wrongdoing.
After the show, Taylor posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying she was "devastated" by Ana's death. She also postponed her Saturday concert in Rio due to the high temps, but then returned for her Sunday performance, honoring Ana with one of her songs.
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Derek Chauvin George Floyd Cop Stabbed In Prison ... Hospitalized In Stable Condition
Infamous ex-cop Derek Chauvin -- who was convicted of murdering George Floyd in Minneapolis -- was stabbed in federal prison and rushed to a hospital, but his injuries were not considered life-threatening, TMZ has confirmed.
A rep for Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison tells TMZ ... Chauvin was listed in stable condition after he was assaulted Friday at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona.
In a statement, Ellison said, "I am sad to hear that Derek Chauvin was the target of violence. He was duly convicted of his crimes and, like any incarcerated individual, he should be able to serve his sentence without fear of retaliation or violence."
Ellison prosecuted Chauvin in the state murder case after Floyd's 2020 death.
The Bureau of Prisons also issued a statement without naming Chauvin, saying an "incarcerated person" was attacked at the prison around 12:30 PM yesterday. It was unclear who the suspect was, but the Associated Press reported it was another inmate.
Prison staff responded and brought the situation under control while performing "life-saving measures" on the victim, the BOP said, adding that no employees were injured.
The victim was taken to the hospital, where doctors were treating and evaluating him.
As we previously reported, Chauvin was convicted of Floyd's slaying in a Minnesota state court and sentenced to more than 22 years in prison. He also pleaded guilty to a separate federal charge of violating Floyd's civil rights and was given a 20-year term, which he's currently serving at the Arizona prison.
The murder of Floyd was recorded on cell phone video, which was circulated around the world, shocking the public consciousness.
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The disturbing nine-and-a-half-minute clip showed Chauvin pressing his knee against the neck of Floyd as he lay helpless on the ground in Minneapolis. Floyd repeatedly cried out that he couldn't breathe, but Chauvin refused to take away his knee until it was too late.
Chauvin was originally called to the scene after Floyd was suspected of passing phony bills at a nearby convenience store. A 19-year veteran officer, Chauvin was fired from the Minneapolis PD following the Floyd murder.
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Susan Sarandon Son Pleads With Social Media Supporters ... Stop Showing My Mom's Boobs!!!
Susan Sarandon's son thanked his mom's supporters after her controversial Israel-Palestine speech, but one thing is really bugging him ... the darn video being shown of her breasts on social media.
Miles Robbins posted a message on X, addressing his issue with Susan's bosom overshadowing the message she's trying to send about the Israel-Hamas war. As you know, Hamas rules over the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Robbins said, “Ok I’m really grateful to see people on Twitter defending my mom amidst a new era of McCarthyist blacklisting but can you PLEASE stop using the clip of her getting her hair done with her honkers out.”
In the 12-second clip, the actress is sitting in a chair wearing a bra that barely covers her boobs with one supporter on X remarking, "susan sarandon uncompromised and absolutely thriving."
Another defender said, "From the River to the Ds, you will never censor Susan Sarandon's shakers."
Recently, Susan got herself into hot water after she spoke at a pro-Palestinian rally in NYC, saying, “There are a lot of people afraid of being Jewish at this time, and are getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country.”
Her agents at United Talent Agency were so angered by her statements they dropped her.
On October 7, Hamas launched a vicious attack on the Jewish state, indiscriminately killing hundreds of men, women, children and even babies. Israel promptly declared war on Hamas and retaliated with a bombing campaign in the Gaza Strip as well as a ground invasion, killing thousands of Palestinians in the process. There appears to be no end in sight to the conflict as the death toll rises on both sides.
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TUPAC AND BIGGIE ARREST FINGERPRINT CARDS UP FOR SALE
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No Biggie, but you can snatch up a piece of hip hop history with signed fingerprint cards from the arrests of rap's greatest icons ... which are now up for sale.
Momentsintime.com -- one of the nation’s leading autograph dealers -- has listed two unique pieces of music memorabilia from rappers Tupac and The Notorious B.I.G. ... earning its new owners some major street cred in exchange for a colossal $225,000 per item.
Check it out ... Tupac's fingerprint docs -- which list him under his real name, Lesane Parish Crooks -- stem from his 1995 arrest ... for which he served 9 months of his 1.5-year sentence after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a female fan named Ayanna Jackson.
Meanwhile, Biggie also makes history with his arrest fingerprint docs ... the first-ever piece you can snag of him signing off by his real name, Christopher Wallace.
With the '95 arrest season in full swing, Biggie was also booked then for a robbery and aggravated assault charge in Pennsylvania ... but the robbery charges were later dismissed.
Of course, we're not condoning these felonies -- but to all the longtime rap enthusiasts hoping to get their hands on collectibles steeped in history -- may the rap battle commence.
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ALABAMA RIVERBOAT BRAWL PARTICIPANTS LAUNCH FIGHT MERCH ... Suing Others For Using Their Likeness
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Two key people in the viral Alabama riverboat brawl are capitalizing on their newfound fame ... by hawking merch based on the infamous fight.
Reggie Ray, who was charged with disorderly conduct after being identified as the man who whacked a folding chair at several people, and Tammie Howard teamed up with attorney Jehan "J" Carter to launch the new line of merch.
Carter tells us Ray and Howard wanted to create stock of their own after seeing other people selling clothing related to the riverboat brawl -- and using their likeness -- on sites like Etsy and Amazon.
Retailing between $12.99-$59.99, the "Alabama Brawl Collection" boasts a series of mugs, water bottles, hats, sweaters, and hoodies with the most common slogan: "Fade In The Water."
Other taglines from the unisex line-up include "Lift Every Chair And Swing," "Let Freedom Swing," "Chairman For Justice," and "Nathaniel Alexander, He Invented The Folding Chair So That You Could Swing."
Sizes range from S to 3XL, with the site urging people to snag the items to "celebrate the bravery of the Alabama Brawl."
Moving forward ... J Carter also tells us Reggie and Tammy have decided to take legal action against those who've used their likeness and trademarks without their consent.
If you remember, the internet went wild with viral clips from the riverfront Montgomery brawl -- beginning with men from a pontoon boat blocking a passenger ferry from docking ... sparking a huge showdown along racial lines.
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Ex-USC Coach Alex Grinch Unloading $4.45 Million Home ... Weeks After Firing
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Former USC Trojans defensive coordinator Alex Grinch is wasting no time getting out of town -- TMZ Sports has learned the coach is parting ways with his $4.45 million Palos Verdes pad just two weeks after getting fired.
Grinch's soon-to-be former home -- located in the Malaga Cove neighborhood -- has four bedrooms and four bathrooms, a gourmet chef's kitchen and a patio with an incredible ocean view.
The place was built in 1961 but was completely remodeled just last year ... with new hardwood floors, Dutch and French doors, a gas fireplace, stainless steel appliances and a custom beverage center.
The backyard is perfect for hosting gatherings ... with a ton of space for outdoor activities.
The pics of the home show some of Grinch's framed jerseys from his former coaching gigs with Washington State and Missouri ... but we take it those ain't coming with the sale.
Worth noting -- the place is just a 5-minute drive from Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley's $17 million mansion ... so that might explain why Grinch is in a rush to move on, considering he's the one who fired him.
The place is listed with Nicole Reis at Compass ... and just by looking at that sunset, it won't be long before it has a new owner.
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What's The Big Frigin' Difference?!
Mariah Carey may not want a lot for Christmas, but she IS down to deck your halls and stump you with these discreet changes. Come get holly 'n jolly with the Christmas Queen, and see if you can put your finger on the differences!
The "Butterfly" singer is making the rounds for her "Merry Christmas One And All" tour and recently took the stage in Highland, California. She was totally buttoned up in a festive corset, but can you unbutton her onstage mishaps?
"All I Want For Christmas Is You!"
**HINT: There are THREE differences in the above Mariah Carey photos!**
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Quavo Feeding 300 Families ... Thanksgiving on Huncho Farms!!!
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Quavo's giving back and making sure it has a deep impact -- he's launched his Huncho Farms initiative this Thanksgiving to give families access to a whole garden and orchard!
The good people of Atlanta got a crash course in good taste this week when the Migos rapper's Quavo Cares org teamed up with Urban Recipe ... a nonprofit food bank based in the city.
Together with Chef Brown Catering, Quavo, his mom and Urban Recipe served more than 300 families from all corners of the ATL, and also created a cookbook derived from recipes used by the Atlanta Food Bank.
The recipes range from full-blown entrees such as brined turkey and chicken to nimble bites like homemade apple crisp. All the ingredients were sourced from Huncho Farms, which aims to boost the nutritional value of the everyday family's diet.
HandsOn Atlanta and Team Huncho Basketball also played a significant role in the Thanksgiving drive ... former NBA Slam Dunk champ and GA native Josh Smith was there loading up fresh food in gift bags.
Quavo's been focused on making a dent in societal issues ... he and the fam ventured to Washington D.C. and politicked with lawmakers about potential gun reform in memory of the late Takeoff.
And, everyone will be getting their rocket fuel from Huncho Farms going forward!!!
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November 2023 Hot Shots Thankful And Blessed!
Hope you've made some room on your leftovers plate, because the stars have been preppin' the gravy train all month along, and are arriving just in the knick of time to stuff you with some holiday goodies ... be prepared for your buttons to pop!
In a teeny stringy bikini, Emily Ratajkowski was all about the curves and cASSarole, while Bebe Rhexa brought quite the impressive spread, showin' off her hot buns n' thighs ... and a shredded LL Cool J served up his meaty muscles on the 'gram!
Do yourself a favor and savor our gallery of November's hottest celebs!
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MEGHAN MARKLE 'NOT 1, BUT 2 ROYALS DISCUSSED ARCHIE'S SKIN TONE' ... New Book Extract Claims
A fresh set of royal revelations have pitted the Sussexes against the rest of the monarchy again ... with claims emerging that Meghan Markle accused two people instead of one of raising concerns over son Archie's skin color.
Remember ... back in 2021, the ex-"Suits" star sat down with Oprah ... divulging that a royal family member had some queries over her son's skin tone -- and now royal expert and Meghan's personal cheerleader Omid Scobie says there was actually more than one perpetrator.
In an explosive extract from his upcoming book "Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy's Fight for Survival," Omid writes that Meghan penned private letters to King Charles in the wake of the Oprah bombshell ... naming the two household members involved in the conversations.
But Scobie is clutching onto his crown jewels ... adding in the book, releasing Tuesday, that he knows the identity of the two people, but "laws in the United Kingdom prevent me from reporting who they were."
The Sun also confirms that the duo's names haven't been disclosed in the book ... adding that it's unclear if the person is a direct member of the royal family or works for "The Firm" ... either way, they're a member of the royal household.
In further extracts from the book, it's said that Harry cuttingly asked dad Charles, "Don't you want to see your grandchildren?" -- using Archie and Lilibet as leverage amid their dispute over Frogmore Cottage in Windsor, which they officially vacated in June 2023.
But Scobie's throwing down the gauntlet ... urging everyone to read his book thoroughly before airing their opinions ... writing on X that it's not about Harry and Megs -- instead about the current state of the British monarchy.
Scobie also clarifies he's not writing as "Meg's pal"... adding the "Sussexes have nothing to do with it."
But with Harry's book "Spare" hitting shelves in Jan ... and a new set of bombshells rounding out the year, it looks like the monarchy meltdowns are far from over.
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JACK HARLOW ROASTED FOR 'LOW-BUDGET' NFL HALFTIME SHOW ... 'Ruined My T'Giving!'
Jack Harlow was responsible for Thanksgiving dinners going cold across the nation ... with the only thing drier than the turkey being his NFL halftime performance during the Lions-Packers game Thursday.
The rapper's six-minute-long set was blasted as "low-budget" after he failed to elicit any enthusiasm while performing tunes such as "First Class," "Tyler Herro" and "WHATS POPPIN" ... and many even took offense to his amateurish igloo-design backdrop.
Total budget for Jack Harlow halftime show = $49.99 pic.twitter.com/EinPJ2gphr
— Dr. Johnny (@drjohnny__) November 23, 2023 @drjohnny__
"They said Jack Harlow's halftime performance set looked like it was from Frozen and I'm CRYING!!!" one viewer mocked ... while another joked the budget for his show was $49.99.
Others already nursing wounds over Detroit trailing 23-6 at the break went as far as to dub it "the worst performance ever" ... urging the 25-year-old to rethink accepting a similar halftime show offer in the future.
Okay... now this is an halftime show 🔥
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) November 23, 2023 @NFL_DovKleiman
Dolly Parton is a million times better than Jack Harlow, and she's 77-years old.https://t.co/mkUSFbwZan pic.twitter.com/MagzYXvhm2
The ridicule didn't end there ... with country icon Dolly Parton heralded as a better performer at age 77 -- and others claiming Jack's show was the sole reason their Thanksgiving was ruined.
Ouch ... looks like Jack missed the gravy train and got served a major dish of humble pie this year!
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NBA Investigating Josh Giddey ... Over Claims Of Relationship W/ Minor
The NBA is doing its due diligence amid disturbing allegations surrounding Oklahoma City Thunder player Josh Giddey -- the league just announced it is "looking into" claims he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor.
TMZ Sports has confirmed the Association is aware of the rumors that have spread on social media this week ... with photos and videos alluding to Giddey being intimate with a high school girl.
Giddey was asked about the speculation at Thunder practice on Friday ... and he remained tight-lipped.
Josh Giddey was asked about the allegations that went viral on social media the past few days. pic.twitter.com/yVr5gOku0x
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"I understand the question, obviously, but no further comment right now," Giddey said.
Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault was also asked about Giddey's status after practice ... and he declined to comment.
Giddey has seemingly taken himself out of the spotlight on social media following the allegations -- he removed his profile photo and disabled comments on Instagram.
The 21-year-old Australian athlete was the No. 6 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft ... averaging 14.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 6.1 assists on his career. He received NBA All-Rookie Team honors in 2022.
While the league is looking into the rumors, Giddey could also find himself the subject of a criminal investigation, too ... if the girl was under 16 at the time of the alleged relationship, which is the age of consent in Oklahoma.
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MRS. DOUBTFIRE DOC WOULD BE A JOY! ... Love To Be Involved, Says Actress Lisa Jakub
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Yes, dear ... it really has been 30 years since Mrs. Doubtfire made herself comfortable in our homes ... and one of its stars, Lisa Jakub, is crossing her fingers hoping that talks of a doc will break cover.
Lisa was only 14 years old when she portrayed Lydia -- the eldest of the three Hillard kiddos -- in the comedy alongside the late and great Robin Williams ... who played a recent divorcee morphing into an eccentric British nanny to spend more time with his kids.
And Lisa now tells TMZ that after catching wind of the flick's director, Chris Columbus, spilling the tea on a potential doc celebrating the 1993 classic, she'd be totally down to share her experiences on set and contribute some nostalgic joy if invited to be involved.
As for now, Lisa hasn't heard directly from Chris himself -- adding to us she only found out about the budding doc when a pal texted her about it ... but she's keen on taking a trip down memory lane -- especially as the movie is meaningful for so many people.
If the doc goes ahead, there'll be plenty of unseen footage to use -- nearly 2 million feet worth -- as Lisa says cameras rolled more than usual... due to Robin's hilarious knack for improv and her inability to keep a straight face.
She also reflects on Robin's life lessons, telling us he encouraged her to be present in the moment rather than waiting for her turn to talk -- advice that's bettered her job as a certified yoga teacher and mental health advocate.
This comes after Dir. Chris discussed plans for the potential doc ... telling Business Insider earlier this week that he's got his eye on 972 boxes of footage left on the cutting room floor ... hoping it'll show the "special" and "magical" way Robin went about his work.
Basically, we hope he's saying it's time to dust off those wigs!
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JOHN OATES 'SHOW COMPASSION AND SUPPORT' ... Breaks Silence Amid Hall's Lawsuit
Compassion and support are on John Oates' mind ... after being sensationally slapped with a restraining order from his former jam buddy Daryl Hall last week.
Breaking his silence following the legal turmoil ... the 75-year-old dropped a T'Giving IG selfie Thursday ... encouraging all to go above and beyond to help those suffering worldwide -- because nothing says "I'm taking the high road" like a cryptic call for empathy ... right?!
He wrote in the caption: "During this time of communal reflection and connection with loved ones, let's not forget those experiencing challenges globally."
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Oates added ... "As we come together, consider reaching out to support those in need—whether through local charities or international humanitarian initiatives. May our collective efforts contribute to a more compassionate and supportive world."
As we previously reported ... the longtime friendship between the world's greatest rock and soul duo soured after Hall hit Nashville Chancery Court on Nov. 16, begging for a restraining order against Oates ... which was granted the following day and effective Nov 30.
The file is sealed, and no information is publicly available ... however, our sources say the fallout is over which one of their songs Oates is allowed to sing on his own.
Oates had a string of concerts scheduled earlier this month ... but his most recent two on Nov 9 and 10 were canceled and rescheduled for next year ... and it's not clear why.
It looks like Oates will be taking a backseat from the stage for a while now ... well, until the matter is resolved between the pair.
Though, with Hall shading Oates on Bill Maher's "Club Random" podcast last year -- referring to him as his "business partner" and NOT his "creative partner" -- the tension has been brewing for a while ... and evidently a long way off before calling it a truce.
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BLUEFACE CHRISEAN ROCK BAGS T'GIVING INVITE ... 'I'm A Nice Baby Mama!!'
Hold on to your turkey leg ... because Chrisean Rock and Blueface are dishing each other a hefty serving of gratitude -- for now.
After months of trading disses, the notoriously tumultuous pair carved out their differences to spend Thanksgiving together ... munchin' away on all the festive favorites.
Her sister documented the reunion on IG ... showing Chrisean at Blueface's crib past 10 PM ... kicking back on his sofa gamin' as she FaceTimed her sis.
Chrisean -- who welcomed a son with BF in Sept. -- added that they called it a truce in honor of Thanksgiving ... writing on X: "I'm a nice Bm."
In tandem over on his X, BF claimed the "nice guy" title ... cueing collective eye-rolls and "here we go again" comments.
But they're just playing friendly exes for now ... with the rapper taking a break from his new fiancée Jaidyn Alexis' questionable culinary efforts to -- hopefully -- savor some real home cookin' with his baby mama.
As we've heavily reported ... the exes have been at war ... with Chrisean's parenting skills recently blasted by BF after their son's birth in Sep -- even accusing her of neglecting Jr.'s need for hernia surgery.
But don't believe everything you read about her ... as Chrisean told TMZ Hip Hop last week their little one's hernia surgery was a success and she's thriving in motherhood.