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9:24 AM PT -- A spokesperson for the mayor tells TMZ … "There was a miscommunication. She has not taken that trip. When she takes that trip, it will be without any NYPD detail."

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is not on the same page with the NYPD when it comes to a security detail for his wife during her upcoming Middle East trip ... because it's NOT happening.

Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, wanted cops to escort her around Syria and Lebanon next month, but an NYPD spokesperson tells TMZ ... "The NYPD does not send officers to countries with level four travel advisories for discretionary reasons not linked to investigative work."

That sounds like news to Mamdani ... because on Monday his office told the New York Post, "Upon the strong recommendation of the NYPD, the First Lady's security detail will be joining her when she travels to visit family in Syria and Lebanon."

6:20 PM PT ... We spoke with Sands about the NYPD's assertion that he unlawfully bypassed barriers ... Sands categorically denies the allegation, saying he never bypassed any barriers.

Cardi B had some police drama at her video shoot Monday in NYC ... a photog got into it with security ... and found himself in NYPD handcuffs.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... the 70-year-old shutterbug, identified as Steven Sands, disrupted Cardi's music shoot on the streets of Sunset Park, Brooklyn, where the rapper had a permit to film.

Our sources say Sands bypassed police barriers and ignored orders from Cardi's staff. We're also told Sands failed to comply with police orders to stop acting up, but he refused and was issued a criminal court summons for disorderly conduct.

John Gotti’s grandson Carmine Agnello has surrendered to the Bureau of Prisons after a New York judge denied his request to again delay his report date in order to donate his kidney to his ailing mom, Victoria Gotti.

The BOP tells TMZ ... Carmine surrendered himself on Monday and is now housed at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Fairton located in Fairton, New Jersey.

We told you all about it -- Carmine was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty in September 2024 to a $1.1 million wire fraud scheme tied to COVID-19 relief loans. He was able to secure an extension to his original July 20 report date due to his plans to donate a kidney to his sick mother.

Rep. Lauren Boebert's adult son is back in legal trouble ... he's been arrested on multiple felony charges tied to the alleged sexual exploitation of a child.

21-year-old Tyler Boebert was arrested Sunday in Colorado ... with court records listing the alleged offense date as January 1, 2024 ... according to multiple reports.

Tyler faces three sexual exploitation charges -- including allegations involving inducement or enticement, possession with intent and video -- along with two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

Rep. Boebert tells TMZ ... "I love my son. We take these allegations very seriously and pray for everyone affected during this challenging time."

Kim Kardashian had some real drama over the weekend ... a suspect allegedly burglarized the reality star's L.A. mansion and took her staffer's car for a joyride before getting arrested.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the 27-year-old man showed up Sunday afternoon at Kim's Hidden Hills estate, which is under renovation, and forced his way inside through a door.

We're told Kim and her kids are NOT living on the property while the home is under renovation.

Our sources say the man took items from Kim's house and loaded them into a vehicle.

We're told the man also got behind the wheel of a car belonging to a Kim staffer and took it for a spin around the neighborhood.

08/09/2026 10:35 AM PST -- A NYPD spokesperson confirms to TMZ ... Manuel Hernandez, age 46, was arrested on 13 counts of reckless endangerment following Saturday night’s deadly incident -- and we have obtained the dispatch audio from the accident.

Two people died -- including a 5-month-old girl -- and 12 others plunged into the waters near NYC's Statue of Liberty after their boat capsized Saturday night, according to law enforcement.

NYPD sources tell TMZ ... the terrifying incident occurred off the coast of Liberty Island in New York Harbor, where the world famous monument stands ... 14 people were on the boat that suddenly overturned, causing them to be thrown into the choppy waters.

Our sources say NYPD Aviation and Harbor Units quickly responded, along with a scuba diving team, after receiving a call for an overturned vessel.

Earth, Wind & Fire hit the pause button on their Thursday night concert in San Francisco with Lionel Richie after one of their band members fell seriously ill.

The legendary funk band posted a statement on Instagram, saying they were unable to perform at SF's Chase Center because of a medical emergency involving the band member, who was not identified.

The music group has changed throughout the years, but the notables are Maurice White, Verdine White, Philip Bailey, Myron McKinley and Ralph Johnson -- and went on to say the show would be rescheduled for a later date, which would be announced soon.

Vincent Pastore's fellow 'Sopranos' stars honored him at a private funeral in New York ... and the place was so packed, people had to be turned away ... TMZ has learned.

The beloved actor's family, friends and colleagues filed into the Lloyd Maxcy & Sons Beauchamp Chapel in New Rochelle on Wednesday to pay their respects.

We're told the memorial was invite-only ... but word quickly spread, and folks started showing up in droves ... and they had to be turned away at the door.

Some famous faces made sure to honor Vinnie ... including 'Sopranos' actors Kathrine Narducci, Al Sapienza, and Michael Rispoli ... plus "A Bronx Tale" star Chazz Palminteri.

E Street Band member Steven Van Zandt, who starred on the show, and his actress wife, Maureen, also stopped by.

A Pennsylvania man accused of raping an underage girl is facing 5,538 criminal charges ... and prosecutors say it may be a record number of charges for one case.

According to court records, 37-year-old Nicholas Allen Spencer was charged with a truckload of mostly felony offenses, including rape, rape threats, statutory sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault without consent, forcible compulsion, threat of forcible compulsion, and on and on. Prosecutors say the alleged victim told police Spencer raped her almost daily for several years until a friend convinced her to report the abuse to authorities.

Almost 4,000 of the charges are FELONIES.

Tami Fees, Clearfield County Deputy District Attorney, tells TMZ ... the eye-popping amount of charges is "probably our largest case ever" in the county and the same likely holds true for the entire state of Pennsylvania.

James Haven, born into Hollywood royalty, has come out as gay ... months after his split from ex-wife Romi Imbelli ... TMZ has learned. 

The exes-turned-close-friends appeared together live on Romi's Substack to discuss how their relationship changed … and how James revealed his truth.

James, whose father is Jon Voight and sister is Angelina Jolie, came out to Romi when they reconnected. 

On the live stream, James read a letter about his sexuality. 

The future of "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" was up in the air for a while after the Taylor Frankie Paul and Dakota Mortensen controversy ... but TMZ can confirm the popular series is coming back for a 6th season.

Series star Layla Taylor announced the reality show's return Thursday on Hulu's "Get Real" podcast ... and sources tell TMZ ... 20 brand-spanking new episodes have been ordered.

As for whether TFP will be back ... the network is holding casting cards close to the vest -- but obviously Layla is on board!

8/5/2026 8:20 AM PT -- Perez Hilton's alarming live stream led first responders to rush to his home Tuesday night ... and the dispatch audio captures how quickly they worked to try and help the star.

8/5/2026 6:44 AM PT -- Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the victim last night was indeed Perez Hilton. He's undergoing a psych evaluation at the hospital.

8/4/2026 8:53 PM PST -- The Miami-Dade PIO tells TMZ ... The individual has been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Crisis Response Unit and Licensed Mental Health Professionals are also on scene providing support and resources to the individual’s family.

8/4/2026 8:00 PM PT -- Golden Artists Entertainment Co-CEOs Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan tell TMZ ... We are aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton.

At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him. Our primary concern is Perez's health and well-being, as well as the well-being of his family. Until we have confirmed information, we will not speculate or comment further.

We appreciate everyone's concern and ask that his privacy be respected during this time.

Perez Hilton was at the center of a police response in Miami-Dade after authorities received reports he was livestreaming alarming behavior, TMZ has learned.

Alarming video from Perez’s TikTok Live appeared to show him bloodied and visibly distressed.

A spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office tells TMZ ... deputies received multiple calls about the live stream and quickly located his residence.

10:40 AM PT -- The Perez Hilton Team and Family have released a statement on Perez's website -- the statement reads, "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers. We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being."

The statement continues, "We kindly ask that you respect Perez’s privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time. If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support."

Perez Hilton has been transported to a nearby hospital after deputies rushed to his Miami home, following multiple reports that someone inside was live streaming acts of self-harm on social media, TMZ has learned.

Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office PIO tells TMZ ... "The individual has been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention."

The PIO adds, "The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Crisis Response Unit and Licensed Mental Health Professionals are also on scene providing support and resources to the individual's family."

Perez Hilton's alarming live stream led first responders to rush to his home Tuesday night ... and the dispatch audio captures how quickly they worked to try and help the star.

First responders leapt into action ... calling for units to rush to the home -- and coordinating amongst themselves to optimize their response.

At one point, someone asks if a gate near the scene could be opened to make sure rescue personnel aren't delayed by a lock.

11:28 AM PT -- Sidney Starr's booking photo has been released following her arrest on child sex charges in Georgia.

Sidney Starr is facing some very serious allegations in Georgia, where the reality TV personality has been arrested on child sex charges.

According to booking records, Sidney was taken into custody on Sunday and charged with sexual battery against a child under 16, aggravated child molestation, and sodomy. She is accused of confessing to performing oral sex on a minor at an Embassy Suites in the city of Hapeville, and claimed it was consensual.

The records list the Hapeville Police Department as the arresting agency.

There was high drama Sunday at NYC's famed Brooklyn Bridge, where a naked man jumped from the top of the span and plunged into the East River -- and survived!

And get this ... the insane incident was all caught on dramatic video shot by stunned onlookers, who posted the footage to social media.

NYPD sources tell TMZ ... the 44-year-old man climbed up to the top of the north tower before removing all of his clothes. We're told he was carrying a Kazakhstan flag, which he affixed to the bridge.