Miembro de sindicato de guionistas Critica a Bill Maher por traer de vuelta su programa de TV

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Bill Maher está recibiendo algunos golpes por traer de vuelta su programa 'Real Time' en medio de la huelga de escritores. No obstante, un líder del Gremio de Escritores insiste en que la medida equivocada de Bill no debilitará el paro laboral del sindicato.

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Greg Iwinski, miembro del comité negociador del WGA, se unió a nosotros el martes en "TMZ Live" para rebatir la afirmación de Bill de que traer de vuelta su programa era necesario para ayudar a los miembros del personal no sindicalizados que también están sintiendo una grave crisis financiera debido a la huelga.

Greg dice que Bill no se enfrenta a la misma presión económica que la mayoría de los miembros de Hollywood y que no ha visto ni oído hablar de Bill ayudando al personal de 'Real Time' a pagar su alquiler o sus comestibles en los casi 5 meses que van.

En realidad, Bill dice que ha proporcionado "alguna ayuda" a su personal, pero que algunos de ellos todavía están luchando, y es por eso que está regresando sin sus escritores.

Mientras tanto, Greg dice que el sindicato se está esforzando -con el apoyo financiero de algunas celebridades de primera fila- para apoyar a todos los afectados, incluidos los miembros del equipo que no son guionistas, y enumeró varios de esos esfuerzos.

Su punto general es que Bill podría unirse a esos esfuerzos, en lugar de cruzar la línea de la huelga.

Como informamos, Bill anunció el miércoles que su programa volverá a finales de este mes sin guionistas, argumentando que ya era momento de traer a la gente no sindicalizada de vuelta al trabajo. El sindicato de escritores respondió rápidamente con algunos planes para hacer huelgas fuera del programa de Bill.

Mientras que Greg está tomando un enfoque bastante diplomático aquí, la actriz Ellen Barkin disparó un montón de improperios para Bill cuando nuestro fotógrafo la encontró en la Gran Manzana.

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Bill ha criticado recientemente la huelga e incluso ha pedido al gobernador de California, Gavin Newsom, que intervenga y haga algo para poner fin al estancamiento.

Ahora, Greg critica a Bill y a los estudios del mismo modo... y nos explica por qué los huelguistas no se rendirán sin luchar.

Tory Lanez Denegada la fianza en caso de Megan Thee Stallion

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Tory Lanez permanecerá tras las rejas después de haber sido declarado culpable de disparar a Megan Thee Stallion, pues su solicitud para ser puesto en libertad bajo fianza en espera de su apelación acaba de ser denegada.

Para aquellos que no lo saben, Tory estaba pidiendo a un juez de Los Ángeles que le permitiera vivir con su hijo y su esposa en lugar de permanecer tras las rejas mientras se desarrolla su apelación.

Tory tuvo una audiencia el jueves sobre su solicitud, pero un juez le dijo que no, señalando que está condenado por un delito violento, tiene un historial de violación de las órdenes judiciales, y no es un ciudadano de EE.UU., como razones para decirle lo siento.

La defensa de Tory argumentó el último punto, diciendo que el rapero canadiense está en Estados Unidos legalmente con un visado de trabajo activo y no tiene ninguna razón para volver a Canadá. Pero al parecer eso no tuvo ninguna influencia en el juez.

Como ya informamos, Tory fue condenado el mes pasado a una década tras las rejas después de enfrentarse a más de 22 años.

El año pasado fue declarado culpable de tres cargos: disparo negligente de un arma de fuego, agresión con un arma de fuego semiautomática y portar un arma de fuego cargada y no registrada.

Tory habló después de su sentencia: continuó diciendo que es inocente y que fue "injustamente condenado".

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El infame video de 2020, obtenido por TMZ, mostró a Megan cojeando cerca de su vehículo con un rastro de sangre detrás de ella.

El abogado de Tory, José Báez, llamó a la sentencia "increíblemente dura". También expresó su desaprobación por el equipo de la fiscalía, quienes a su juicio quieren construir un caso ejemplificador con su cliente.

Tory Lanez Denied Bond In Megan Thee Stallion Case ... Stays Behind Bars Pending Appeal

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Tory Lanez will remain behind bars after being found guilty of shooting Megan Thee Stallion ... his request to be released on bond pending his appeal was just denied.

For those unaware, Tory was asking a judge in Los Angeles to let him live with his son and wife instead of staying behind bars while his appeal plays out.

Tory had a hearing Thursday about his request, but a judge said no dice -- noting Tory's convicted of a violent felony, has a history of violating court orders, and isn't a U.S. citizen as reasons for the thumbs down.

Tory's defense argued the last point, saying the Canadian rapper is in America legally on an active work visa and has no reason to go back to Canada ... but that didn't seem to sway the judge.

As we reported, Tory was given his sentence last month -- being handed a decade behind bars after facing over 22 years.

He was found guilty of 3 charges last year ... negligent discharge of a firearm, assault with a semiautomatic firearm, and carrying a loaded and unregistered firearm.

Tory spoke out after his sentencing ... continuing to claim he's innocent, saying he was "wrongfully convicted."

The infamous 2020 clip, obtained by TMZ, showed Megan limping near their vehicle with a trail of blood behind her.

Tory's lawyer, Jose Baez, called out the "incredibly harsh" sentence as it came in last month ... also expressing disapproval for the prosecuting team for making an example out of his client.

Houston Domestic Violence Group Calls Out NBA ... After Kevin Porter Arrest

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12:39 PM PT -- The National Organization for Women is outraged as well ... telling us Porter Jr. shouldn't be in the NBA after he was arrested.

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"The NBA and the Houston Rockets have a choice here - condone or condemn," NOW President Christian F. Nunes told us on Thursday.

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"Does the NBA simply allow a trade and, in turn, permit this type of behavior? Or will the NBA stand against domestic violence and hold players accountable?"

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"Kysre Gondrezick was hospitalized with brutal injuries - this shouldn't be a conversation about which team takes Kevin Porter. It should be about how he is no longer part of the league for a felony domestic violence arrest."

A domestic violence victim advocacy group based in Houston is calling out the NBA, demanding the league institute tougher punishment when it comes to disciplining players like Rockets G Kevin Porter Jr. ... who was recently arrested for allegedly assaulting his GF.

"At what point do leagues say it has gone too far?" Houston Area Women's Center president and CEO Emilee Whitehurst told us, adding, "Surely it should have happened before now."

Whitehurst continued ... "We challenge the NBA and similar professional leagues to strengthen their domestic violence policy and to hold offenders accountable."

Of course, Porter Jr. -- a first-round pick in 2019 -- was arrested on Monday, and has been accused of hitting and strangulating his girlfriend, former WNBA player Kysre Gondrezick, during the violent incident in NYC.

Kysre reportedly suffered a gash above her eye during the incident.

The NBA released a statement shortly after the arrest, and say they're looking into the alleged incident. Porter Jr. is still currently on the Rockets team.

But, perhaps not for long. There are reports stating the organization is looking to trade KPJ.

Whether there will be any takers is the question ... as it's not the first time Porter Jr. has allegedly gotten himself into trouble -- something the domestic violence org noted.

"HAWC is calling for public outcry against athletic leagues paying and promoting people with violent reputations. Porter has a longstanding reputation of concerning conduct. He has been suspended, fined, and now arrested for felony assault and strangulation."

The Houston Area Women's Center then went on to call on fans to take action and stop supporting players who allegedly engage in domestic violence.

"We need an entire community to mobilize, to not just say this is wrong, but to act."

As for Porter Jr., he has not yet addressed the arrest. He's due back in court in mid-October.

Sean Penn ¿Por qué diablos yo voy a la cárcel y a Will Smith lo aplauden?

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Sean Penn arremetió contra Will Smith y los Oscar, al preguntarse por qué él tuvo que ir a la cárcel por agresión mientras que Smith solo recibió aplausos tras abofetear a Chris Rock.

Penn todavía está molesto porque a Volodymyr Zelensky no se le permitió participar en la ceremonia de los Oscar de 2022.

El actor dijo enfadado a Variety: "El productor de los Oscar pensó: 'Oh, él [Zelensky] no es lo suficientemente divertido'. Bueno, ¿adivinen qué tienen en su lugar? ¡Will Smith!. No conozco a Will Smith. Lo vi una vez. Parecía muy agradable cuando lo conocí. Estuvo tan jodidamente bien en "Rey Richard".

Y entonces, dio el puñetazo: "¿Por qué mierda te escupiste a ti mismo y a todos los demás con esa estupidez? ¿Por qué fui a la puta cárcel por lo que tú mismo hiciste? ¿Y tú sigues ahí sentado? ¿Por qué todos están de pie y aplaudiendo su peor momento como persona?".

Penn se está refiriendo a su condena de 1987 por agredir a un extra en el plató de "Colors", por la cual estuvo 33 días en la cárcel.

Sean cree que si Zelensky hubiera estado en los Oscar, el tono habría sido diferente y Smith no se habría atrevido a cruzar esa línea. "Esta mierda no habría ocurrido con Zelensky. Will Smith nunca habría abandonado su silla para ser parte de esa violencia estúpida. Esto nunca habría ocurrido".

Sean se angustió tanto con la situación que tuvo ganas de destruir sus Oscars: "Pensé, bueno, a la mierda, ¿sabes? Se los daré a Ucrania. Se pueden fundir en balas que pueden disparar a los rusos".

Penn acabó entregando a Zelensky sus propios Oscar durante una visita en noviembre de 2022. A cambio, Penn recibió de parte de Zelensky la Orden del Mérito.

El actor, que ha sido un ferviente defensor de Ucrania, tiene un documental sobre la guerra llamado "Superpotencia", que se estrena el lunes en Paramount+.

Sean Penn Why the F*** Did I go to Jail and Will Smith Got Applause?

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Sean Penn went nuclear on Will Smith and the Oscars, wondering why he went to jail for assault while Smith got nothing but applause after assaulting Chris Rock.

Penn is still hot under the collar that Volodymyr Zelensky was not allowed to appear at the 2022 Oscars ceremony.

Penn angrily told Variety ... “The Oscars producer thought, ‘Oh, he’s [Zelensky's] not light-hearted enough.’ Well, guess what you got instead? Will Smith!. I don’t know Will Smith. I met him once. He seemed very nice when I met him. He was so f***ing good in ‘King Richard."

And then, Sean delivered the punch ...  "So why the f*** did you just spit on yourself and everybody else with this stupid f***ing thing? Why did I go to f***ing jail for what you just did? And you’re still sitting there? Why are you guys standing and applauding his worst moment as a person?”

Penn is referring to his 1987 conviction for attacking an extra on the set of "Colors," for which he served 33 days in jail.

Sean thinks had Zelensky appeared at the Oscars, the tone would have been different and Smith wouldn't have dared to cross the line ...“This f***ing bulls*** wouldn’t have happened with Zelensky. Will Smith would never have left that chair to be part of stupid violence. It never would have happened.”

Sean was so distraught, he wanted to destroy his Oscars, saying "I thought, well, f*** it, you know? I'll give them to Ukraine. They can be melted down to bullets they can shoot at the Russians."

Penn ended up presenting Zelensky with his own Oscars while on a visit in November 2022. In turn, Penn was presented with the Order of Merit by Zelensky.

The actor, who has been a fierce supporter of Ukraine, has a documentary on the war called "Superpower." It's being released Monday on Paramount+.

Bill Maher "Es hora de traer mi show de vuelta" Pero sin los guionistas en huelga...

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6:12 AM PT -- 9/14 -- La WGA emitió un comunicado desaprobando que el programa de Bill Maher regrese durante la huelga diciendo: "La decisión de Bill Maher de volver al aire mientras su gremio está en huelga es decepcionante. Si sigue adelante con su plan, tiene que respetar algo más que 'el espíritu de la huelga'. Bill Maher está obligado como miembro del WGA a seguir las normas de la huelga y no realizar ningún servicio de redacción."

El WGA ha anunciado que estarán protestando poru programa.

El programa de entrevistas de Bill Maher volverá a HBO, pues dice que no puede seguir esperando a que la huelga termine y porque quiere que otros vuelvan a ganarse el sueldo.

El presentador de "Real Time with Bill Maher" anunció el regreso de su programa el miércoles en un post en redes sociales. No dice cuándo se emitirá el programa, pero dice que tendrá un aspecto diferente sin los escritores.

Bill, que también es guionista, dice que simpatiza con los "importantes problemas" de los guionistas en huelga y espera que se resuelvan a su favor, pero que luego de cinco meses de paralizaciones es hora de que los demás vuelvan al trabajo.

Según explica, los escritores "no son los únicos que tienen problemas y preocupaciones. A pesar de cierta ayuda por mi parte, gran parte del personal tiene grandes dificultades".

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Últimamente, Bill se ha pronunciado abiertamente sobre la huelga, e incluso ha pedido al gobernador de California, Gavin Newsom, que intervenga y ayude a poner fin al estancamiento.

Bill esperaba que la huelga terminara después del Día del Trabajo, pero esa fecha ya pasó y sigue sintiendo como si nada avanzara.

Y añade: "Quiero a mis guionistas, soy uno de ellos, pero no estoy dispuesto a perder un año entero y ver sufrir tanto a tanta gente por debajo de la línea".

Bill dice que honrará el "espíritu de la huelga" suprimiendo el monólogo escrito, el artículo de fondo, el editorial o su popular segmento New Rules, todos los cuales se apoyaban en los guionistas en temporadas pasadas.

La estrella de HBO también tiene un mensaje para el público: "El programa que haré sin mis guionistas no será tan bueno como nuestro programa normal, y punto. Pero el corazón del programa es la mesa de conversación, que pretende dejar de lado las tonterías y el partidismo predecible, y eso continuará".

Será interesante ver cómo reaccionan los gremios de guionistas ante el plan de Bill. Al menos un gremio tachó a Drew Barrymore de traidora por recuperar su programa de entrevistas en medio de la huelga.

La serie vuelve a HBO el 22 de septiembre.

Bill Maher It's Time To Bring My Show Back ... No Striking Writers Though

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6:12 AM PT -- 9/14 -- The WGA released a statement disapproving Bill Maher's show returning during the strike saying, "Bill Maher's decision to go back on the air while his Guild is on strike is disappointing. If he goes forward with his plan, he needs to honor more than 'the spirit of the strike.' Bill Maher is obligated as a WGA member to follow the strike rules and not perform any writing services."

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WGA announced they'll be picketing his show.

Bill Maher's talk show is coming back to HBO ... he says he can't keep waiting around for the writers' strike to end and wants to get other folks back to earning a paycheck.

The "Real Time with Bill Maher" host announced his program's return Wednesday in a social media post ...  he doesn't say when the show will air but says it will have a different look without writers.

Bill, a writer himself, says he sympathizes with striking writers' "important issues ... and hope they are addressed to their satisfaction" ... but he says after 5 months on strike it's time to bring others back to work.

As he explains ... writers "are not the only people with issues, problems, and concerns. Despite some assistance from me, much of the staff is struggling mightily."

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Bill's been outspoken about the strike recently, even calling for California Governor Gavin Newsom to step in and help end the stalemate.

Bill says he was hoping the strike would end after Labor Day, but that's since passed and he feels "there still seems to be nothing happening."

He adds ... "I love my writers, I am one of them, but I'm not prepared to lose an entire year and see so many below-the-line people suffer so much."

Bill says he will honor the "spirit of the strike" by doing away with a written monologue, desk piece, editorial or his popular New Rules segment ... all of which leaned on writers in past seasons.

The HBO star has a message for the audience too ... "The show I will be doing without my writers will not be as good as our normal show, full stop. But the heart of the show is an off-the-cuff panel discussion that aims to cut through the bulls*** and predictable partisanship, and that will continue."

It will be interesting to see how writers' guilds react to Bill's plan ... at least one guild effectively labeled Drew Barrymore a scab for bringing her talk show back amid the strike.

The show returns to HBO September 22.

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Andrew Yang Biden Should Debate Other Dem Candidates ... U.S. Wants Someone New!!!

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Andrew Yang says voters are disenchanted about President Joe Biden battling Donald Trump in an election day rematch ... which is why he wants to see the other Democrat candidates get some shine.

The former presidential candidate was on "TMZ Live" Wednesday, talking about why he wants Biden to go toe-to-toe in a debate with the 2 Dem challengers -- RFK Jr. and Marianne Williamson.

The way Andrew sees it, another round of 2020's political battle isn't what Americans want, especially with JB and DT both getting up in age. Hence, his push to shake things up.

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As we reported, Williamson claims she's getting iced out of network and cable news outlets amid her campaign. For now, she's wisely relying on TikTok to spread word and help her cause.

Andrew says some news organizations are told to not give a spotlight to folks like Williamson or RFK Jr., but he's adamant the fair way to handle things is to give them a platform, too -- especially since they're polling higher than some Republican candidates.

BTW, Andrew left the Democratic party in 2021 and created the Forward Party, a centrist political organization that has been trying to make strides at the local level. His org already declared it won't be putting up a presidential candidate for 2024.

Andrew made the rounds this week when he had conversations with No Labels, another political org that focuses on bipartisanship and centrism ... but, for now, he's coy about whether he'd run for prez again.

Andrew Yang Biden debería debatir con otros candidatos demócratas

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Andrew Yang dice que los votantes están cansados de ver al presidente Joe Biden y Donald Trump luchando por una revancha el día de las elecciones, razón por la cual le gustaría ver a otros candidatos demócratas brillar en esta oportunidad.

El ex candidato presidencial estuvo en "TMZ Live" el miércoles, hablando de por qué quiere que Biden vaya a un debate mano a mano con los dos aspirantes demócratas RFK Jr. y Marianne Williamson.

Desde la perspectiva de Andrew, tener otra versión de la batalla política de 2020 no es lo que los estadounidenses quieren, especialmente con Joe Biden y Donald Trump cada vez más mayores. De ahí sus ganas de sacudir un poco las cosas.

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Como ya informamos, Williamson afirma que está siendo ignorada por las cadenas y medios de noticias en medio de su campaña. Por ahora, confía sabiamente en TikTok para correr la voz y ayudar a su causa.

Andrew dice que a algunas organizaciones de noticias se les pide que no den protagonismo a personas como Williamson o RFK Jr., pero él insiste en que la manera justa de manejar las cosas es darles también una plataforma, sobre todo porque están obteniendo mejores resultados en las encuestas que algunos candidatos republicanos.

Por cierto, Andrew abandonó el Partido Demócrata en 2021 y creó el Forward Party, una organización política centrista que ha estado intentando avanzar a nivel local. Su organización ya declaró que no presentará un candidato presidencial para 2024.

Esta semana, Andrew ha mantenido conversaciones con No Labels, otra organización política centrada en el bipartidismo y el centrismo. Pero por ahora se muestra tímido respecto a si volvería a presentarse a las elecciones presidenciales o no.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Defends Noah Lyles NBA Players Aren't 'World Champs!!!'

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Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo says Noah Lyles was spitting facts when he claimed NBA guys aren't "world champions" after winning the Finals ... admitting he feels the track star's comments were spot-on.

The U.S. sprinter faced a ton of criticism over his take ... with guys like Devin Booker, Draymond Green and more calling out Lyles and dragging him as a result of the quotes.

But, there's at least one guy in Lyles' corner ... 'cause Giannis revealed on the "48 Minutes" podcast he felt compelled to defend the track star.

"I wanted to back him up so bad," the 28-year-old said on Tuesday.

"He received so much backlash for saying, like, the obvious, but some people don’t understand it. I don't know, maybe it's like an arrogance thing."

Giannis -- who's from Greece and played for his country before joining the Bucks in 2013 -- made his case by using soccer as an example.

"I don't think in any other sport you are called the world champions," Giannis said. "Like in soccer, which is way bigger than the NBA, more popular than the NBA, when the Champions League, the UEFA Champions League champions ... they don't say [they're] world champion."

"When they win the World Cup, they play against the USA team, they play against the teams around the world, countries around the world, then they say world champs."

Giannis -- who won an NBA Finals in 2021 -- understands the NBA is the best league in the world, but since it's only based out of the U.S. and Canada, it's really not representative of the entire planet.

"At the end of the day, for you to be a world champ, you have to beat the world," Antetokounmpo said.

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Even though Giannis is clearly one of the few that has Lyles' back, the sprinter told us he's not taking back what he said to make the players, or Drake, feel better.

Kanye West demandado Quería una casa sin ventanas ni luz eléctrica... Alega un empleado despedido

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Kanye West tenía al director del proyecto de remodelación de su casa de Malibú durmiendo en el suelo, y lo despidió luego de tener un desacuerdo sobre eliminar o no todas las ventanas de la casa y la electricidad. Esto, de acuerdo a una nueva demanda

Ye está siendo demandado por un hombre llamado Tony Saxon, quien afirma que Yeezy lo contrató en septiembre de 2021 como gerente de proyecto, cuidador y guardia de seguridad 24/7 de la propiedad del magnate en Malibú.

Según la demanda obtenida por TMZ, Saxon asegura que trabajaba 16 horas algunos días y dormía en el suelo mientras coordinaba la remodelación de Kanye. Y añade que a Ye no le podía importar menos que literalmente usara un abrigo como ropa de cama improvisada.

En los documentos, Saxon dice que Kanye ignoró todas sus preocupaciones y solo le pagó por una semana de trabajo hasta que las cosas llegaron a un punto crítico en noviembre de 2021, cuando Ye le exigió quitar todas las ventanas de la casa y la electricidad.

Saxon dice que "expresó su preocupación por el peligro extremo de tales acciones", pero afirma que Kanye levantó la voz e insistió en mover grandes generadores dentro de la casa, lo que podría conducir a un peligro de incendio, según alegaba Taxon.

En la demanda, Saxon afirma que Kanye lo amenazó y le dijo que sería considerado "un enemigo" si no accedía a sus demandas. Saxon no cedió y Kanye le dijo que "se largara".

Saxon también dice que Ye le dijo: "Si no haces lo que digo, no vas a trabajar para mí, no voy a ser tu amigo nunca más y solo me verás en televisión". Taxon le dijo que no veía televisión y fue despedido en el acto.

El tipo está demandando a Kanye por varias violaciones del código laboral, salarios no pagados y además va tras Yeezy por daños y perjuicios.

Kanye West Sued He Wanted Home Without Windows, Electricity ... Employee Claims He Was Fired for Not Complying

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Kanye West had the project manager overseeing the remodel of his Malibu home sleeping on the floor, and fired the guy over a disagreement about removing all the home's windows and electricity ... this according to a new lawsuit.

Ye is being sued by a man named Tony Saxon, who claims Yeezy hired him back in September 2021 as project manager, caretaker and 24/7 security for the mogul's Malibu property.

According to the lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, Saxon claims he was working 16-hour days and sleeping on the floor while coordinating Kanye's remodel ... and he says Ye couldn't care less that he was literally using a coat as makeshift bedding.

In the docs, Saxon says Kanye ignored all of his concerns and only paid him for one week of work until things reached a head in November 2021 when Saxon claims Ye demanded Saxon remove all the home's windows and electricity.

Saxon says he "expressed concerns about the extreme danger of such actions" ... but he claims Kanye raised his voice and then insisted on moving large generators inside the house, which Saxon worried would potentially lead to a fire hazard.

In the suit, Saxon claims Kanye threatened him and said he would be considered "an enemy" if he didn't comply with the demands. Saxon says he wouldn't budge and Kanye told him to "get the hell out."

Saxon also says Ye told him, "If you don't do what I say, you're not going to work for me, I'm not gonna be your friend anymore and you'll just see me on TV." He says he told Ye he didn't watch TV and was fired on the spot.

The guy's suing Kanye for various labor code violations ... and he's going after Yeezy for unpaid wages, plus damages.

Selena Gomez I'll 'Never Be a Meme Again' ... Speaks Out After Making Face Over Chris Brown

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Selena Gomez is getting the internet meme treatment after her disapproving reaction to Chris Brown at the VMAs, but she quickly clapped back once the award show was over.

In case ya missed it, Selena was on camera Tuesday night while the nominees for Best R&B were read out, and the now-viral moment went down as Chris' name was announced.

Check it out ... she scrunches her face and stops clapping as his collab with Chloe Bailey, "How Does It Feel," was announced. Her smile returned and her clapping continued after they moved on to the next nom, however.

The singer jumped on Instagram after the festivities -- and more importantly, after the clip made the rounds ... vowing to "never be a meme again," adding she'd rather have no reaction at all than show off her genuine feelings.

As you know, Chris infamously assaulted his ex-girlfriend, Rihanna, back in 2009, and has been accused repeatedly of assaulting women over the years ... so that's more than likely why she made that face in the audience.

What's interesting is ... Selena's not denying her reaction, but it's more about her being pissed about the whole meme thing -- which btw, also included shots of her just looking bored during the award show.

Selena also made the rounds last night for covering her ears during Olivia Rodrigo's performance at the VMAs, but that seemed to be a reaction to the staged act gone wrong ... as onstage explosions drowned out Olivia's vocals.

Don't forget, Selena and Rema took home the Best Afrobeats award at the ceremony for "Calm Down" ... and she thanked her collaborator for believing in her and letting her be a part of the track.

Fittingly, that song title is basically Selena's reaction to all the memes.

Do you think Selena Gomez's viral reaction was actually shade? Vote below.

Selena Gomez "No voy a volver a ser un meme" Dice luego de hacerle caras a Chris Brown en VMAS

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Selena Gomez está convirtiéndose en un meme por todo Internet, luego de su reacción de desaprobación hacia Chris Brown en los VMAs. Sin embargo, decidió responder rápidamente una vez que el show de premios se acabara.

En caso de que te lo hayas perdido, Selena estaba en cámara el martes por la noche mientras se presentaban los nominados a Mejor R&B... y el momento que se convirtió en viral fue cuando se anunció el nombre de Chris.

Echa un vistazo. Se la puede ver frunciendo el ceño y dejando de aplaudir cuando su colaboración con Chloe Bailey, "How Does It Feel", fue anunciada. Sin embargo, volvió a sonreír y a aplaudir cuando pasaron al siguiente nominado.

La cantante corrió a Instagram después de la celebración, y lo más importante, después de que el clip se hiciera viral, prometiendo que "no volverá a ser un meme", añadiendo que prefiere no tener ninguna reacción en absoluto que mostrar sus sentimientos genuinos.

Como ustedes saben, Chris infamemente atacó a su ex novia, Rihanna, en 2009, y ha sido acusado en repetidas ocasiones de agredir a las mujeres en los últimos años. Así que, probablemente, eso fue lo que la hizo poner esa cara durante el show.

Lo que es interesante es que Selena no está negando su reacción, sino que más bien está enojado por todo este asunto del meme, que, por cierto, también incluyó fotos de ella luciendo aburrida durante la entrega de los premios.

Selena también estuvo en boca de todos anoche por taparse los oídos durante la actuación de Olivia Rodrigo en los VMAs. Pero esta parece haber sido una reacción normal a la puesta en escena, que tuvo explosiones en el escenario que ahogaron la voz de Olivia.

No hay que olvidar que Selena y Rema se llevaron a casa el premio al Mejor Afrobeats en la ceremonia por "Calm Down", y que también dio las gracias a su colaborador por creer en ella y dejarla participar en este tema.

El título de la canción es básicamente la reacción de Selena a todos los memes.

Novak Djokovic 'I Was Never Anti-Vax'

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Despite being turned away from multiple major tournaments over his refusal to get the COVID vaccine, Novak Djokovic is insisting he's not an anti-vaxxer.

The tennis superstar -- who just secured his 24th major championship with a victory at this month's U.S. Open -- broke the whole situation down for John McEnroe during a recent interview for Omaha Productions' "McEnroe's Places."

Djokovic told the tennis legend on the show that his gripe with the COVID vaccine situation was not necessarily whether it was effective or anything like that ... but rather, the way he perceived it was being forced onto people.

"I was never anti-vax," Djokovic said. "I was always pro-freedom-to-choose. And that's something that we took really for granted. I didn't feel like a lot of people had a choice, really."

Djokovic told McEnroe that at the height of the vaccine mandates and vax passports -- he felt like he was "a villain of the world."

"I just wanted to compete," he said, "and I wanted to play tennis because that's what I do best."

While still apparently unvaccinated from COVID, Joker's seemingly put the whole issue behind him ... he's dominated 2023 so far as vax mandates have eased, reclaiming his spot as the No. 1-ranked men's tennis player in the world.

In fact, just a few days ago, Barack and Michelle Obama -- two of the biggest proponents of COVID vaccines -- watched him courtside at the US Open ... and cheered him on.

The full Djokovic interview with McEnroe -- plus the rest of the season of "McEnroe's Places" -- is out now on ESPN+.