'Summer House' Scandal Bravo Investigating Leaked Reunion Audio ... Cast Roasts Amanda

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Audio has leaked from the “Summer House” reunion … and it seems like Bravoholics are getting the showdown they’ve been waiting for between former BFFs Amanda Batula and Ciara Miller.

Fans may love the inside look at yesterday's taping ... TMZ has learned Bravo's pissed and investigating the leak.

The Reality Report posted the audio on Instagram Friday … which seems to show several cast members ripping into Amanda for sneaking around with Ciara’s ex, West Wilson.

In one slide, several cast members pile onto Amanda for not apologizing to Ciara in her joint statement with West … and accusing them of only coming clean because there was a video out there ... although it’s unclear what the alleged video actually showed.

'Storage Wars' Dave Hester Hope My Frenemy Darrell is at Peace

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Another star of "Storage Wars" has broken their silence about the sudden death of Darrell Sheets ... and this one is quite notable.

Dave Hester posted a video tribute on Thrusday ... saying he was heartbroken to learn Darrell apparently took his own life ... and that he hopes the man is "in a better place."

Not long after we broke the news of Darrell's death ... Dave told TMZ ... he and Darrell played up their fan-favorite heated rivalry for the cameras -- but deep down, they liked one another.

'RHOA' Kim Zolciak Ex-Boyfriend 'Big Poppa' Dead at 68

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Lee Najjar -- best known to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" fans as Kim Zolciak’s elusive "Big Poppa" sugar daddy -- has died at 68.

The wealthy Atlanta real estate investor passed away Saturday, April 18 -- tragic news confirmed by his daughter Katelin via a slate of IG Story pictures of them together and an emotional tribute. Lee's cause of death is unknown.

The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner also confirmed his death to TMZ.

Najjar became a notorious off-camera figure during the early seasons of 'RHOA' -- as the mystery man bankrolling Zolciak’s luxe lifestyle -- all while he was still reportedly married to another woman.

Colorado State Senate Candidate Cops Say Kid Almost Drowned As He Bellied Up To Bar

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1:00 PM PST -- Frederick Alfred Jr. has been dropped by the Chainsaw Caucus just weeks after their endorsement. They tell TMZ ... "We take child safety and parental responsibility extremely seriously, and these allegations are inconsistent with the standards we expect from candidates we support. We have no further comment at this time."

A Republican running for a state senate seat in Colorado was arrested in Florida ... after cops say his daughter started drowning in a pool when he left his kids unattended while going to the bar for some booze.

Frederick Alfred Jr. was arrested Monday in Key West on two counts of felony child neglect without great harm.

According to the police report, obtained by TMZ, cops say his 4-year-old daughter began drowning in the pool, became unconscious, started foaming at the mouth, and eventually needed CPR from someone at the pool.

Law Roach Delta Made A Back-Breaking Mistake ... I Had to Sit Upright the Whole Flight!!!

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Delta spokesperson tells TMZ ... "We apologize to Mr. Roach for his experience. A last‑minute aircraft change to ensure an on-time departure meant the flight operated without Delta One seating, and our Customer Care team has reached out and is working directly with him to address the situation."

Law Roach says he didn't fly in style from New York to Los Angeles on Monday ... he had to sit up the whole way like a normie -- instead of getting to lie down.

The celebrity stylist took to X to air his grievances ... calling out Delta because he says he was promised a "lay flat seat" and didn't get one -- a huge disappointment for him, he notes.

Roach also flexed his credentials online ... calling himself a Delta 360° member -- an exclusive invitation-only club for the airline's loyalists -- as well as a million-miler.

'Days Of Our Lives' Patrick Muldoon Dead At 57 After Heart Attack

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Patrick Muldoon, best known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives," "Melrose Place," and "Starship Troopers," has died after suffering a heart attack, TMZ has confirmed.

Muldoon's sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, tells TMZ ... Patrick went to take a shower Sunday morning after drinking coffee with his girlfriend in their Beverly Hills home.

His girlfriend decided to check on him after he was taking too long and found him unconscious on the bathroom floor, Shanna said. Paramedics rushed over and tried to revive Patrick, according to Shana, but there was nothing anyone could do.

Madonna to Police Someone Stole My Clothes ... At Coachella!!!

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Madonna's hung up ... because her clothes have allegedly disappeared after her surprise Coachella appearance this weekend.

In an Instagram story posted Monday, Madonna said she was "flying high" after performing a new song from her upcoming album "Confessions II" in a "full circle moment" ... but the mysteriously missing costumes put a damper on the weekend.

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... the iconic artist has filed a police report over the missing garments.

She said the vintage pieces she wore -- including her jacket, corset and dress -- have vanished ... as well as some other pieces "from the same era."

Waco, Texas Forget the Burger ... Whatabrawl!!!

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There was a huge fight at a Texas burger joint over the weekend that's gone viral ... and we're learning more about it.

Video of several women beating the hell out of one another spread on social media like wildfire Monday ... and it's pretty tough to watch, it's so brutal. There are kicks and punches all over the place -- while employees just stand by, taking video on their phones.

Waco Police tell TMZ ... officers responded to Whataburger just before 6 AM Sunday ... but everyone was gone by the time officers arrived. They're aware of the video and have seen it ... so there's plenty of evidence if any of the girls come back!

Yolanda Hadid Reopens $10.8M Family Farm Sale!!!

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Yolanda Hadid is doing a little spring clean with a luxury twist -- she’s putting her Pennsylvania family farm back on the market ... and yep, she’s sticking to that $10.8 million price tag.

The supermodel-turned-designer opened up on IG Monday, writing that when the 6-bed, 8-bath estate fell out of escrow last year, she chose to see it as a gift -- more time to soak up the serenity. But now the doors are back open!

Yolanda first listed the dreamy Bucks County spread last September ... and it’s not hard to see why it’s commanding that number. The place is basically a wellness sanctuary with countryside chic, fully reimagined from the ground up.

Katy Perry Statute Of Limitations Can't Save Her ... In Ruby Rose Sexual Assault Allegation Case

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Katy Perry could be charged for her alleged sexual assault of Ruby Rose from 16 years ago if investigators find evidence of a crime ... prosecutors in Australia say there's no statute of limitations that prevents bringing the case.

As the world knows, Katy is under police investigation following Ruby's stunning claims the singer sexually assaulted her at a nightclub in Melbourne in 2010. We're told if police investigators find evidence of a crime, they can turn the case over to prosecutors, who can then bring charges against Katy.

Jacqueline Harris, a rep for the Office of Public Prosecution in Victoria, Australia, tells us ... "There is no statute of limitations on prosecuting indictable (serious) crimes in Victoria."
Harris went on ... "The law at the time the alleged offence was committed applies to criminal proceedings and sentencing for historical offences."

Ice Spice on McDonald's Brawl This Would Never Happen at Wendy's!

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Ice Spice may have just pounded down a fan like she was a patty from McDonald's ... but she's seemingly not too worried about the shocking smackdown -- even joking about it by bringing Wendy's into the drama!

The "Big Guy" hitmaker hopped on X Friday night and responded to the security footage TMZ obtained, showing her early Wednesday morning fight at a McDonald's eatery with a simple "this wouldn’t happen at Wendy’s." Looks like we know where to find her from now on!

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TMZ has learned Spice called out Wendy's for a reason ... sources tell us Spice was in L.A. to shoot a commercial for Wendy’s!

Karen Read Hit With Lawsuit From Witnesses She Blamed ... Now They Want Payback!

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Four witnesses from the Karen Read saga are flipping the script -- suing her and blogger “Turtleboy” for allegedly trying to turn them into murder suspects.

Jennifer McCabe, Brian Albert, Colin Albert and Brian Higgins filed a lawsuit Thursday in Massachusetts, claiming Read teamed up with Aidan Kearney -- aka Turtleboy -- to push a narrative that they -- not her -- were responsible for the death of Boston cop John O'Keefe.

According to the complaint, Read and Kearney “worked hand in hand” to spread what they call a deliberate web of lies ... all in an effort to shift blame away from Read after O’Keefe was found dead outside a home in January 2022.

Kearney, however, is pushing back ... telling us, "For 3 years I have relentlessly investigated the killing of John O’Keefe. Norfolk County and the MSP spent millions to convict Karen Read but they failed. Twice. Twice juries rejected the Commonwealth’s claim that Karen Read did this.

NFL Reporter Crissy Froyd Sacked from USA Today ... For Dianna Russini Post

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The Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel sports scandal has claimed another victim ... NFL reporter Crissy Froyd, TMZ has learned.

Crissy tells us she was sacked on Thursday from USA Today ... just days after she blasted Dianna's resignation.

Crissy tells TMZ she's "beyond distraught" ... especially because Nancy Armour did a story for the network expressing a similar sentiment about Dianna without punishment.

Detroit, Michigan Girl Waiting for School Bus Abducted at Gunpoint, on Video

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A Michigan teenager was abducted from her bus stop at gunpoint this week ... and the scary incident was caught on camera.

You can see the horrifying situation unfold in the clip -- a gray SUV pulls up to the curb in a residential neighborhood in the Detroit metro area. A male steps out and urgently walks over to the bus stop, where he then points a gun at the victim -- a 16-year-old girl -- and forces her into his vehicle before driving off.

The kidnapping went down Monday just before 7 AM, according to police.

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DETAILING THE INCIDENT

TMZ also obtained the gut-wrenching 911 audio -- listen above -- the victim's schoolmate describes the shocking situation and reveals the man was wearing a mask. The caller, a minor, becomes emotional at one point and says she was scared ... but is able to cough up a description of the victim and the suspect.

Tom Cruise I Feel The Need ... The Need for 'Top Gun 3'

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It looks like Tom Cruise is down for a three-peat ... Paramount says he'll be back to reprise his role for "Top Gun 3."

Sources confirm to TMZ ... the acclaimed actor will return as Pete "Maverick" Mitchell for the famed franchise's third installment.

The news comes just a month before the 40th anniversary of the original 1986 blockbuster ... and it seems the film's fandom is still going strong.

We first learned 'TG3' was getting developed back in 2024 ... with "Top Gun: Maverick" writer Ehren Kruger returning to pen the script.

White House Secret Service Tackles Vehicle-Barrier Jumper

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A man tried to jump a barrier at the White House Thursday ... but he didn't get far, TMZ has learned.

A Secret Service official tells TMZ ... shortly after 11:30 AM, a man was detained by uniformed U.S. Secret Service police officers after jumping over a vehicle bollard near the Treasury Building on the northeast side of the complex.

We're told officers encountered the individual near a pedestrian gate, where he engaged in a physical altercation before being taken into custody.