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D4vd's garage was possibly covered in blood ... this according to a forensic criminalist who helped process his home.

Witness Lauren Wallace -- a criminalist with LAPD's forensic science division -- took the stand during Day 2 of the singer's preliminary hearing for the alleged murder of Celeste Rivas Wednesday ... and said red stains all over the singer's garage tested positive for possible blood.

Wallace was there processing the scene in September of 2025 days after Celeste's body was found, and said the team performed BLUESTAR tests -- used to find potential blood evidence -- inside the Hollywood Hills home D4vd was renting.

Ariana Biermann says her relationship with adoptive father Kroy Biermann has broken down as her mom Kim Zolciak's bitter divorce with him drags on ... telling TMZ the whole situation is just really sad.

We got the "Next Gen NYC" star leaving NBC Studios in New York City Wednesday, where she told us she and Kroy are no longer speaking. Ariana says watching her parents' legal battle play out has been heartbreaking, calling the latest court filings and motions "insane."

When asked if Kroy will attend sister Brielle Biermann's wedding, Ariana says that's up to Brielle. She says she and her sister tried for a long time to have a relationship with Kroy outside the divorce drama, but it ultimately just wasn't working.

Cardi B is tired of the rumors surrounding her dating life ... and it sounds like she's already over the stories going around about her new man Maduka Okoye and his baby mama Jelicia Westhoff.

In audio obtained by The Neighborhoood Talk, the rapper lamented that speculation spreads anytime she's out with someone.

You can hear her say ... "Y'all see what happens as soon as I sneeze on somebody?"

Veah Netherton is celebrating another pregnancy milestone ... because TMZ has learned she's having a baby boy.

TMZ obtained never-before-seen photos from the "90 Day Fiancé" fan favorite's gender reveal.

The celebration went down May 30 in the backyard of her Florida home, where they sprayed a blue substance in the air ... signifying a son on the way with husband David Chairez.

We're told Veah has an October due date.

Clavicular's being questioned about his medical background in a new lawsuit ... courtesy of a teen influencer who claims Clav injected a fat dissolver into her face.

The influencer behind the lawsuit is Aleksandra Vasilevna Mendoza ... she claims Clav had sex with her while she was underage and injected her face with Aqualyx -- a substance which helps rid cheeks of fat.

In new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, Aleksandra wants to know if Clav has a healthcare license.

Among the questions being lobbed Clavicular's way ... "On or about November 14, 2024, did the Defendant maintain any healthcare license?"

Rebel Wilson scored a big win in court Wednesday ... because a judge in Australia dismissed a defamation lawsuit against her.

The judge tossed actress Charlotte MacInnes' defamation and breach-of-contract claims against Rebel ... and is ordering Charlotte to foot the bill for Rebel's legal fees.

ICYMI, Charlotte starred in "The Deb," Rebel's directorial debut. Charlotte sued after the "Pitch Perfect" alum alleged one of the film's producers, Amanda Ghost, had sexually harassed her leading lady.

Prosecutors say D4vd's Tesla was not only storing Celeste Rivas' decomposing body, it was also loaded with nearly a dozen air fresheners when her remains were found ... and they showed photographic evidence in court.

At least 11 air fresheners were scattered throughout the Tesla ... according to photos shown in court Wednesday as part of D4vd's preliminary hearing.

LAPD criminalist Chelsea Murillo said the air fresheners were in the center console, the rear seats and the front trunk ... where Celeste's remains were decomposing in two bags.

When ya think about it ... the presence of 11 air fresheners seems to offer a possible explanation for why Celeste's decomposing body was not sniffed out sooner ... despite weeks of scorching summer temperatures leading up to the grisly discovery.

The drama between Malcolm-Jamal Warner's mom, Pamela Warner, and his widow, Tenisha Warner, erupted months before the bombshell $1.2 million lawsuit was filed ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ obtained a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court filed by Tenisha in November 2025 ... a few months after the actor's July 2025 drowning death.

Tenisha explained that Malcolm's trust was created in 1996 but was never updated after his daughter MacKenzie's birth in 2017. He wed Tenisha in 2022.

Tenisha said her kid faced complete disinheritance due to Pamela not being willing to amend the trust. She said Malcolm took care of them during his life and planned to continue to do so.

Interscope Records stayed in business with D4vd for eight months after he allegedly murdered Celeste Rivas ... and while that may sound shocking, nuance and clarity are needed to understand why.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the timeline is paramount here because Interscope took action as information about the case became available from LAPD.

For instance ... prosecutors claim D4vd murdered Celeste in April, but her body was not discovered until September 8, when her remains were found in his impounded Tesla.

At that point, we're told Interscope made the call to stop promoting him immediately. Full stop.

"Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star Whitney Rose and her husband Justin Rose are separating after more than 16 years of marriage ... and it sounds like financial issues played a big role.

The reality TV stars are now "living separate lives," according to multiple reports ... and they've reportedly vented about their marital frustrations.

Page Six broke the news and claims they've been holding things together publicly for the sake of their two children -- daughter Bobbie, 16, and son Brooks, 13.

D4vd's former friend Aysia Collins says she completely turned her back on the singer following his arrest ... and now she wants justice for the girl he allegedly murdered -- Celeste Rivas.

Aysia -- who says she met the singer while modeling on one of his sets before later working as a stylist on his tour -- is opening up about the backlash she has faced over their former friendship.

Check out the clip ... Aysia addresses her relationship with D4vd, her cooperation with investigators, and explains why she believes people are focusing their anger in the wrong direction.

1:01 PM PT -- A rep for the Maryland Medical Examiner tells TMZ … they are conducting further tests to determine if Kaylee Hottle had drugs or alcohol in her system. The tests can take up to 10 days to complete ... unclear when the report will be finalized.

Kaylee Hottle died from blunt force trauma ... TMZ has confirmed.

The Maryland Office of the Chief Medical Examiner tells us she suffered multiple blunt force injuries. The death has been ruled an accident. The U.S. Sun was the first to report on her cause of death.

We broke the story ... Kaylee died Tuesday morning after cops say a car in which she was a passenger careened into a ditch. Two other people were also in the car at the time of the crash, though they both survived.

"Top Chef" and Food Network star Eric Adjepong has been ordered to stay away from his daughter for one year after he allegedly abused her ... TMZ has learned.

Here's the deal ... Eric shares his daughter, Lennox, with his ex-wife, Janell Mack, and court proceedings began in May, with the final hearing taking place on July 10. The hearing resulted in an order requiring Eric to stay away from Lennox, her residence, her school, and her childcare providers through July 10, 2027. He is also barred from contacting the child, who was born in 2018.

While the details of the alleged abuse are under wraps, Janell's attorney, Todd Mohink, tells TMZ ... "I believe the court did its job to protect the best interest of the child."

Eric tells TMZ through his attorney ... "Because this matter involves my young daughter, whom I love deeply, I intend to protect her privacy and will not discuss the underlying allegations or other sensitive family matters publicly other than to say that these allegations arose in the context of a long running divorce and custody proceeding, which finally concluded on June 2, 2026."

D4vd remained under contract with Interscope Records for eight months after he allegedly murdered Celeste Rivas ... with the label cutting ties just four months before his arrest.

Louis Poimiroo -- Interscope's senior vice president of finance -- testified Wednesday during Day 2 of D4vd's preliminary hearing ... confirming the singer's contract through Mogul Vision was terminated in December 2025, and no payments were made to him in 2026.

The timeline is striking ... prosecutors allege D4vd stabbed 14-year-old Celeste to death inside his Hollywood Hills home on April 23, 2025. Just three days later, he released his debut studio album, "WITHERED."

Poimiroo testified Interscope paid D4vd and entities connected to him more than $5.1 million between 2022 and 2025 -- including roughly $2.3 million in 2025 alone. The payments covered recording funds, legal and management fees, and other expenses tied to his music career.

One 'Big Brother' housemate's hygiene may leave a bad taste in her housemates' mouths ... because she sipped directly out of a mouthwash bottle the whole house is sharing ... and it was caught on the live feeds.

Lyric Medeiros -- one of the 'BB28' housemates -- was at a sink when she grabbed a bottle of Crest mouthwash and swigged straight from the container.

She swirled around the liquid a few times before spitting into the sink and rinsing out her mouth ... but the damage was already done.

Her germs are now taking root on the bottle that is accessible to everyone. Gross!!!

Dakota Mortensen and Shinia Powell's rumored romance is the real deal ... 'cause TMZ has learned the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" stars are officially dating.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Dakota and Shinia started dating a few months ago. We're told they're not exclusive, but have been enjoying their time together.

A source close to the couple tells TMZ ... Shinia has been "a steady source of support" for Dakota through some incredibly difficult times, especially when he didn't have immediate family nearby.

We're told their friendship naturally grew into something more, and they're navigating what the relationship means for them and their children.