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Diddy's company is being sued after allegedly failing to close a multi-million dollar deal to sell his home on Star Island near Miami.

A man named John Franklin is suing 1 West Star Island LLC -- the corporation which technically owns Diddy's mansion in the affluent neighborhood ... claiming he entered into an agreement back in March to buy the home for $55 million.

According to the lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, Franklin says the closing date was set for May 12 ... but when it came around, he claims the company was "not ready or able to close" the deal even though he was.

Oliver Tree's family is close to getting his body back on American soil after his shocking death in Brazil ... TMZ has learned.

A rep for the singer-songwriter's family tells TMZ ... they brought in legal counsel to help with the process of bringing Oliver home after his fatal helicopter crash.

We're told the process isn't complete yet ... but they're working on it and almost have him back.

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9:56 AM PT -- Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... a wedding will go down at Ocean House -- a ritzy hotel just a stone's throw from Taylor's digs.

Taylor Swift's neighborhood is buzzing with activity this weekend ... with an event space fit for a wedding popping up a stone's throw from her home -- while a ton of her pals are in town for what seems like a wedding-related event.

We've obtained video of a massive white tent set up on the side of the Ocean House ... the fancy hotel and spa about a quarter-mile from Taylor's Rhode Island home where she and Travis Kelce were expected to host a wedding shindig last week.

Our sources say the tent wasn't there yesterday, so it seems the event's likely taking place at some point this weekend. Workers are setting up a wooden floor beneath the tent.

Tyler Perry's male sexual assault accuser claims the star refuses to sit for a deposition unless there's a guarantee Tyler won't be asked about his sexual orientation ... but Tyler's lawyer is calling BS.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Mario Rodriguez wants the director sanctioned for failing to appear for a depo … which he claims to have been trying to take since April 14.

Mario said Tyler and his lawyer told him Tyler would only appear if they agreed not to ask Tyler whether he is, or has been, sexually attracted to men … a subject they say Tyler insists is "irrelevant and inflammatory."

Anne Hathaway's family is getting a little bigger ... 'cause the actress was spotted on vacation proudly showing off her baby bump!

Check out the pics ... the 43-year-old Oscar winner was rocking a bikini with a towel draped around her midsection in Saint-Tropez, and later stepped out in a white cover-up. Either way, the baby bump was hard to miss.

Anne was glowing as she enjoyed a sunny getaway on the French Riviera with husband Adam Shulman and a group of close friends.

Benson Boone and Alix Earle are sparking romance rumors after the two were spotted leaving an apparent dinner date.

The pair appeared comfortable in each other's company as they left Craig's in West Hollywood Thursday night and headed to Benson's car. Benson even opened the passenger-side door for Alix before the two drove off together.

Our photog caught up with them outside and asked Benson point-blank if he and Alix are dating ... and we'll let you interpret his response.

Bunnie XO says a Mother's Day fight with Jelly Roll was the final straw that led to their shocking divorce.

During her bombshell "Dumb Blonde" podcast posted Thursday night, Bunnie recalled the pair having an argument that made her "so fed up and so tired" she told the country star to "file the f**ing divorce papers."

She said while Jelly has spoken about getting divorced "numerous times" in their marriage, the proposal held weight because "I'm not the type of person who says what I don't mean." The argument ended with Bunnie packing a bag and leaving ... and they didn't speak for weeks.

Tom Hanks took a major shot at MS Now's ratings during an on-camera interview with one of the station's correspondents ... who, to his credit, took it all in stride.

The embarrassing moment was captured on national TV after MS NOW journalist Jacob Soboroff, mic in hand, approached the Oscar-winning actor at Thursday's opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.

Check out the clip ... Soboroff tries to introduce himself, but Tom quickly cuts him off, already knowing who he works for before unloading on the network. In a taunting tone, Tom asks Soboroff, "What can I do for the 800 people watching MS NOW?"

Gia Giudice is still super pissed at her "Next Gen NYC" costar Ava Dash ... all over an incident with her mom Teresa.

Gia dropped by the Virtual Reali-Tea podcast and took some time to light Ava up for saying Teresa unfollowed her on social media ... apparently a major slight in their world.

The way Gia sees it ... Ava's swipe at Teresa was a "convenient" distraction from her father Damon Dash's money troubles ... ripping her costar as "nasty" for the move.

Brad Pitt may not be getting many calls from his kids these days ... but at least he's still got an in with his brood ... sorta.

Brad and Angelina Jolie's son, Pax Jolie-Pitt, continues to spend time with Brad's side of the family, recently joining relatives for a dinner celebration marking his cousin Sydney Pitt's engagement to Archimede Jerome ... according to Page Six,

The outlet reports Brad's sister, Julie Pitt Neal, was also at the gathering, along with niece Reagan Pitt and other family members.

But despite continuing to see relatives on his dad's side, the publication notes Pax reportedly "doesn't have much of a relationship with Brad."

Jen Affleck's family's getting a little bigger, and her belly is too ... she's pregnant with her fourth child!

The 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star announced the news in a series of photos she shared to social media Thursday ... and the snaps have a vintage, classic look to them.

Jen's wearing a flowing white dress in the shots and holding her baby bump ... absolutely glowing as she flashes a flawless grin to the camera.

Bunnie XO is addressing speculation about her and Jelly Roll's dating life amid their shocking divorce ... and she says lots of folks have no clue what's going on.

Bunnie responded to online chatter about her and Nickelback front man Chad Kroeger on Thursday's episode of the "Dumb Blonde" podcast ... saying there's not an ounce of truth to rumors they are dating.

The chatter spread across the internet earlier this week after she posted a TikTok of herself singing along to the band's 2001 breakup hit "How You Remind Me" and jabbed Jelly in the comments ... but she explains she's simply a fan of the band -- which is well documented.

John Schneider is disputing his ex-wife's claim that he owes her 7-figures in unpaid spousal support ... claiming Elvira Schneider needs to double-check her math.

The "Dukes of Hazzard" star filed new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, asking a judge to shut down Elvira's latest motion in their never-ending legal war ... this after she claimed he owed her more than $2.3 million.

John says Elvira failed to provide any evidence to back up the amount she claims he owes ... and he also believes Elvira made mathematical errors in her calculations.

Jelly Roll is already dating following his split from Bunnie XO ... at least according to Bunnie herself.

The podcast host opened up about the divorce on Thursday's episode, revealing that Jelly Roll is ready to date and has already started seeing people.

Far from being upset about it, Bunnie said she's happy for him and supports him getting back out there. She also encouraged interested women to shoot their shot, joking that Jelly Roll's Instagram direct messages are open.

Oliver Tree's mom is remembering her son with a heartbreaking tribute following his tragic death in a helicopter crash.

Christine Begin Nickell took to Facebook on Thursday to share an emotional message, writing, "Our dear son Oliver, you made this world a better place. We are so proud of you. RIP," followed by three heart emojis.

Oliver's mom accompanied the post with a photo of him from his younger years, offering a glimpse of her son as loved ones continue to mourn his loss.