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Big Tigger is breaking his silence following his arrest in Georgia ... vehemently denying allegations that led to aggravated battery and child cruelty charges.

In a statement to TMZ, the former "Rap City" host says ... "I unequivocally deny every allegation that has been made against me."

Tigger goes on to defend his character, telling us ... "For the past 30+ years, I have built my life around relationships and community. Those who know me know the man, father, husband, and friend I have been throughout my life."

Justene Alpert -- popular actress and author -- says she and her husband made the difficult decision to terminate her pregnancy after doctors said their unborn baby had a rare genetic disorder which made carrying the child dangerous for both mother and baby.

Justene shared her story on Instagram Tuesday ... revealing she and her husband, Mason Trueblood, were just starting to tell friends and family about the pregnancy in December when they received a call from their family doctor.

The actress, who has credits to her name like "Rescue: HI-Surf," "How I Met Your Mother," and "9-1-1," doesn't say what disease doctors found ... but she says they told her they highly recommended she terminate the pregnancy quickly ... worrying for her safety -- and making it clear the child would not make it to term.

You're definitely going to want to samba your way to the beaches in Miami to catch a glimpse of this Brazilian Beauty ... and, if it's not obvious, we're talking about Alessandra Ambrosio!!!

Check out the photos ... Alessandra's looking insanely hot at the beach ... and we don't think getting in the water's gonna cool her off.

She's in a simple, yellow two-piece bikini ... and trust us when we say there's no need to get any more elaborate than that. Those curves speak for themselves.

TLC's Karen Derrico is facing criminal charges after being arrested in Las Vegas ... and prosecutors say her ex-husband and his kids were the target of alleged death threats.

According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ ... the "Doubling Down With the Derricos" star has been charged with harassment, violating a restraining order, preventing a witness from testifying through threat of violence, and aggravated stalking.

Prosecutors allege Karen sent several emails to her ex-husband Deon, with whom she has 14 kids ... telling him she could kill him and didn't care about going to jail.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are keepin' quiet when it comes to their wedding plans ... but New York City's permit office might be doing the talking for them.

The couple is planning a massive July 3 wedding event at Madison Square Garden ... and now it looks like our reporting is being backed up with paperwork ... sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ a permit was filed with NYC to close streets around MSG from July 2 through midday July 4 -- for a July 3 event.

Event planners have requested space for tents, canopies, and trucks around the arena ... while city officials are moving forward under the assumption a major Swift-related event is headed to MSG.

Nick Carter claims multiple people connected to his sexual assault accuser, Melissa Schuman, refute her version of events.

Nick is locked in ongoing legal battle against Melissa, who claims the pop star assaulted her in 2003 in a Santa Monica apartment, and he filed new legal docs claiming his old roommate James "Tony" Bass was present on the night in question and testified that he never saw Melissa distressed.

Bass said he saw Nick and Melissa drinking, socializing, flirting, and making out. He further testified he heard kissing and playful interactions but said "[a]t no point in the night did I observe Melissa to be upset, fearful or otherwise distraught in any way." He added that Melissa appeared "happy and totally comfortable throughout the night."

Brooks Nader and Taron Egerton haven't broken up ... but that's because Brooks says they were never officially dating.

We got the model and actress Wednesday in Venice Beach in between scenes for the "Baywatch" reboot she's starring in ... and our photog asked her how things were going with the "Rocketman" star.

While Brooks and Taron were spotted going out for a couple dinners in Santa Monica a couple months ago ... it sounds like their spark didn't ignite like a rocket engine.

Brooks says she's single and ready to mingle with guys on fun dates, like she did with Taron ... though she makes it clear she's not dating him or anyone else, at least for now.

Travis Barker's drum kit got the night off at a recent concert ... because proud-dad duty was calling.

The Blink-182 rocker traded the stage for the sidelines recently when he showed up at Rainbow Bar & Grill in West Hollywood to support son Landon Barker's latest performance ... and TMZ captured the family affair on video.

Watch the clip ... Landon's front and center, rocking out with his band in front of a packed house ... Travis and daughter Alabama Barker cheering him on.

Alabama appeared to be in full proud-sister mode ... pulling out her phone to film Landon's set as he rocked the stage, soaking up the spotlight.

Here's the booking photo Big Tigger posed for after being arrested in Georgia for battery and third-degree cruelty to children.

TMZ obtained the radio host's smug mug shot ... showing him sporting a slight grin.

As we previously reported ... according to police records, the longtime radio personality and former host of BET's iconic "Rap City" was booked into the Fulton County Jail Saturday morning, but bonded out later in the day.

Officials with the jail tell us Tigger was released after posting surety bonds totaling $10,000 ... including a $9,000 bond tied to the aggravated battery charge and a $1,000 bond related to the cruelty-to-children charge.

Wyndham Clark just won the U.S. Open ... but instead of talking birdies and bogeys, he's airing out a relationship saga involving Baker Mayfield ... and it sounds like his chick picked the football over golf.

Wyndham stopped by Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" podcast this week and revealed what he called one of the toughest "matchups" of his life ... claiming an ex-girlfriend cheated on him with the NFL quarterback while they were both in college.

Check out the clip ... Wyndham tells the story with a smile, making it clear there's no bad blood these days ... but the internet still had a field day with the unexpected confession.

Kandi Burruss and her ex-husband, Todd Tucker, are getting along well enough to take family vacations together ... but that doesn't stop them from having the occasional petty argument.

Kandi and Todd -- who were married from 2014 until their split was finalized earlier this year -- took their kids to a fancy resort for a much-needed vacation ... and KB shared a video of her ex in a beach chair, reading a book.

Todd's boning up on "Daily Prayers For Men" ... which Kandi says is ridiculous -- because in all their years together, she never saw him with a book even remotely like the one he's reading.

The San Francisco Giants are in the middle of a Pride firestorm that resulted in an absolutely dismal presser with a beloved star ... and now one major conservative voice is telling Major League Baseball enough is enough.

Here's the deal ... a few Giants players wrote Bible verses on their Pride Night caps June 12 ... which pissed off the left, while the right was livid the players had to wear rainbow hats. Then Tuesday, player-turned-front-office honcho Buster Posey was essentially put in front of a media firing squad to address the growing fallout ... and it was a total dumpster fire.

Fox News personality Tomi Lahren used the Buster disaster as a war cry for MLB to abandon Pride Night "s***" ... she says players, coaches and management don't want to be put in this position and adds ... "Baseball is not about who you have sex with! Stop pushing this on people!!!"

Drake might want to tread lightly around Sophie Brussaux ... his baby mama just married a Muay Thai fighter!

Sophie -- the mother of Drake's only son, Adonis -- married Efe Caliskan on Sunday in a ceremony in North York, Toronto.

Her new hubby is a professional fighter who recently made his MMA debut ... and he's no chump because he won that fight in a unanimous decision.

Heather Locklear's still got it ... looking beautiful and flashing a sunny smile while running errands with her boyfriend Lorenzo Lamas.

The two stars were spotted getting things done in Tinseltown on Tuesday ... with Heather decked out in a low-cut top and matching pants as she went to the bank and stopped by a nail place.

Heather's clearly still taking care of her bod -- even stretching while chatting with the front desk worker at the nail spot ... believe it or not she is 64, though you certainly can't tell from looking at her.

Amber Heard's days are looking a lot less thorny ... and one fresh bouquet says it all.

The actress was spotted out Tuesday in Madrid, embracing her quieter chapter ... stopping to pick up a colorful bundle of flowers while spending time with her kids.

Check out the photos ... Amber looked right at home navigating the streets of the Spanish capital with her little crew in tow.

Dressed in green workout gear and sneakers, Amber appeared more focused on family logistics than Hollywood logistics ... juggling strollers, flowers, and mom duty like a seasoned pro.