Celebrity News

Chicago rap veteran Twista has pleaded guilty in federal court after prosecutors accused him of dodging hundreds of thousands of dollars in income taxes over multiple years.

According to court docs filed this week, the 52-year-old, born Carl Mitchell, entered a guilty plea last month in U.S. District Court ... admitting to five counts of willfully failing to pay income tax.

Federal prosecutors say Twista failed to pay income taxes from 2019 through 2023 despite earning income from performances, streaming royalties, album sales, and music licensing.

Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at Alan Jackson's farewell concert Saturday night ... but not everyone in the crowd appeared 'Enchanted' to meet her.

The pop superstar and bride-to-be wasn't there in person as she popped up in a pre-recorded video tribute honoring the country legend during his final touring performance, "Last Call: One More for the Road -- The Finale," at Nissan Stadium in Nashville.

As clips of Swift's virtual appearance spread across social media, some fans claimed they could hear boos roaring from sections of the packed stadium while her message played.

Rihanna made a rare appearance in Los Angeles Saturday night, stepping out with her son Riot Rose Mayers to support A$AP Rocky during his "Don’t Be Dumb" tour stop at Kia Forum.

The billionaire singer was spotted mothering in the crowd as Rocky hit the stage, with fans quickly realizing she wasn’t alone ... little Riot was right there beside her, taking in the show.

At one point during the performance, Rocky gave a special shoutout to his son from the stage, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Riot adorably waved back at his dad, sending the arena into a collective swoon.

Noah Kahan has A #1 rule for #2s at his stadium tour ... if nature calls, head for the restroom, don't leave a stool sample at your seat.

The singer took to X after a viral video appeared to show alleged feces left near seats following his concert Friday night at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, the opening stop of his "The Great Divide" tour.

Trying to make light of the crappy situation, Kahan admitted "I've pooped my pants as much as the next 29 year old."

Katie Morgan is making one hell of a career pivot ... the XXX star is now playing poker on the biggest stage in the world!

The longtime adult film star and actress has officially gone from the set to the felt -- telling TMZ Sports she’s now competing in this year’s World Series of Poker Main Event.

"I've been playing poker basically my whole life. My grandpa taught me when I was five. And then I used to run a home game in L.A. for like 10 years, and I loved it," Katie said.

The BET Awards are goin' down tonight, so before the stars take center stage, we've got this year's performers and nominees showin' lots of skin for the win!

From Cardi B to Megan Thee Stallion to Teyana Taylor, scroll through and see if you can name 'em! Angel Reese and Summer Walker will have your jaws on the floor!

And not to fret, we've got the gents too ... Usher, Drake, Steph Curry, and hella more hunks are puffin' their chests out, but can you score?!

BET!

Celebrity chef Curtis Stone’s 14-year-old son, Hudson Stone, is raking in the Disney money after scoring a role in "Camp Rock 3" ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ obtained the minor's contract Hudson signed with Disney for the Worlds Collide Concert Tour, which features stars from the 'Zombies,' 'Descendants,' and 'Camp Rock' franchises.

The contract says Hudson will be paid $10K per show he performs ... plus additional advances and potentially more for film buyout rights if Disney goes in that direction. He will also be paid for posting on social media ... with the amount based on how many followers he has.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding guests are as confused as the general public ... at least according to a new report that indicates the venue is still a mystery.

Here's the deal ... Us Weekly published an article Saturday claiming the discreet duo are still keeping details on their wedding on the DL.

The outlet quotes one insider who said, "Taylor and Travis told guests to be in NYC. No other location was provided."

Tom Sandoval's ex laid into him in a shocking scene Saturday ... telling him she hates him in no uncertain terms -- and we've got it all on video.

Tom and Victoria Lee Robinson were both at the Los Angeles home Saturday while she was moving her stuff out ... with Sandoval signing some sort of legal document outside. Cops are at the scene -- seemingly overseeing a smooth transition.

While Tom was moving a few things out of the house -- including a guitar and amplifier -- Victoria chimed in.

Victoria Lee Robinson was coping with a family tragedy when things exploded with Tom Sandoval ... 'cause TMZ has learned her grandfather was in hospice during the chaotic weeks leading up to the fire pit fight.

Sources close to Victoria tell TMZ ... her grandfather, who is her dad Will Robinson's father, was dying from tongue cancer when the June 3 altercation erupted at the Los Angeles rental she shared with Tom. Our sources say Victoria's focus during that time wasn't her rocky relationship with Tom, but her grandfather's declining health.

Our Victoria sources claim Tom watched Victoria grieve, offered little comfort beyond a condolences text after her grandfather died, and left her feeling abandoned. They also say Victoria rented the home after Tom told her he wanted a future together and let her dad stay there while he dealt with the family crisis.

Summer started just a few days ago ... but Alessandra Ambrosio's already in the swing of the season -- putting on a scorching display.

The model stopped by a beach in Miami on Friday ... pulling up in a baby blue workout ensemble, which she quickly shed.

She headed down to the water in a tiny, striped two-piece bikini ... flashing a huge grin as she splashed around in the crystal clear waves.

Dean McDermott's celebrating a huge milestone in his sobriety journey ... revealing to fans he's been clean and sober for three years -- and encouraging others stuck in addiction to seek help.

The actor shared a video on Instagram on Friday ... calling himself "Clean Dean" and saying he's in such a great mood because he's celebrating his third anniversary.

Dean says he's sharing because he wants other people to know it is possible to get clean ... adding, "Hell has an exit."

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding celebration is shaping up to be a once-in-a-lifetime concert ... with some A-list guests reportedly scheduled to jump on the stage for some performances.

Taylor's longtime pals Stevie Nicks and Tim McGraw are slated to sing some songs at New York City's Madison Square Garden, where Tay and Travis will be saying their "I do's" next weekend, Page Six reports.

Meanwhile, sources tell TMZ Paul McCartney's name has also been mentioned as a third potential performer.

All the names make complete sense -- the pop superstar's debut single from 2006 is "Tim McGraw," and the pair have been friends for a long time, even taking the stage together several times over the years.

Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid fans might start to "Scream" like Gale Weathers when they hear this ... the longtime couple has reportedly separated.

According to a new report from the Daily Mail ... the pair ended their romance of more than a decade late last year.

The Mail reports the pair reached a point where they were basically living "different lives" ... so they ended things amicably.

North West is showing off some new additions to her piercing collection at one of the most prestigious fashion events of the year -- Paris Fashion Week.

Check it out -- Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's 13-year-old daughter strolled into Vetements' Paris Fashion Week show Friday with her signature blue hair and 2 new angel bite piercings on her top lip.

North has been growing her piercing collection over the last year -- she first debuted a dermal piercing on her hand last year ... and has been spotted in public with nose piercings, cheek studs and other finger piercings.

Another mystery surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding has seemingly been unraveled.

TMZ confirmed the power couple plans on holding a huge bash with 1,000+ people to celebrate their nuptials at New York's Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 3rd ... with a smaller gathering scheduled for July 2. Now, Page Six is reporting the more intimate group of about 100 people will be a rehearsal dinner ahead of their actual "I do's."

It's still unclear if there will be hundreds and hundreds of folks at Tay and Trav's official ceremony or just the following celebration ... but signs are pointing to all that going down on July 3.