Michael J. Fox Alive and 'Doing Great' ... After CNN Post Prompted Death Scare

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1:29 PM PT -- A CNN spokesperson tells TMZ ... "The package was published in error; we have removed it from our platforms and send our apologies to Michael J. Fox and his family.”

Everyone can take a deep breath ... Michael J. Fox is alive.

The beloved actor's representative tells TMZ ... "Michael is doing great. He was at PaleyFest yesterday. He was on stage and was giving interviews."

Uncertainty about Michael's well-being stirred after CNN shared an article and video titled "Remembering the life of actor Michael J. Fox." There were no reports of his passing ... and the post has since been taken down.

Michael made a surprise appearance at PaleyFest LA on Tuesday to join the wrap party for the 3rd season of the comedy series, "Shrinking." The event took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and included a special screening, followed by conversation led by showrunner and co-creator Bill Lawrence and co-creator and star Jason Segel ... along with cast members Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams, Michael Urie, Luke Tennie, Christa Miller, Lukita Maxwell and Ted McGinley.

iHEARTMEMPHIS Rapper Gassed Out of His House by SWAT Team In Florida Arrest

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Rapper iHeartMemphis was gassed out of his house by multiple law enforcement agencies during a wild situation he live-streamed back in February.

Police reports obtained by TMZ reveal Florida's Davie and Plantation Police Departments' combined SWAT team worked together to force iHeart -- real name Richard Maurice Colbert -- out of his home after an extensive standoff on February 9 and into the following day.

The report states cops and the SWAT unit failed to make contact with Colbert after about an hour of commands outside his home ... some of which you can see in our clip. Police say they knew Colbert heard their commands because he was streaming on Instagram and mocking them ... and that's when cops say they brought their BearCat vehicle.

Lauren Kanarek You Got It Wrong Netflix!!! I Did Not Instigate Shooting That Nearly Killed Me

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Lauren Kanarek -- the woman who survived a shooting by her trainer, Olympic equestrian Michael Barisone -- says she's suffered three times because of the incident ... when she was shot, when he was acquitted, and now, as a streaming giant is telling her story ... according to an open letter she just published.

Barisone was found not guilty by reason of insanity for firing the bullets that nearly killed Kanarek ... and as the incident is being retold in the documentary "Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill," Kanarek claims the film's production company Propagate "distorted the truth in the interest of ratings."

In the letter, titled "The Systems Failed Me, But I Will Not Let Them Silence Me," Kanarek says, point-blank, "On August 7, 2019, a man I knew and once respected drew a gun and shot me twice in the chest at point-blank range. That man was Michael Barisone, my former trainer in the equestrian sport of dressage."

Tiger Woods Charged With DUI, Refusal to Take Test ... Facing Time Behind Bars

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Tiger Woods has officially been charged with DUI in connection to the rollover crash that happened last month in Florida, TMZ has learned.

The legendary golfer was charged Tuesday with driving under the influence and refusing to take a chemical or physical test of his breath or urine. Both charges are misdemeanors.

As you know ... on March 27, Tiger Woods was arrested after cops claimed he sped down a street, clipped a car, and rolled his Range Rover.

Aubrey Plaza Showing Off My Baby Bump!!!

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Just one day after her big pregnancy reveal ... Aubrey Plaza is putting her precious cargo on full display!

The actress was spotted with a visible baby bump for the first time Wednesday while walking her dog in Manhattan.

She kept it casual and comfy ... and was certainly showing while sporting New Balance sneakers, light sweatpants, a brown shirt and a blue pea coat.

Davey Lopes Legendary Dodger Dead At 80 ... After Parkinson's Battle

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Dodgers legend Davey Lopes, a 2x World Series champion and 4x All-Star, died following complications from Parkinson's disease, TMZ Sports has learned.

He was 80 years old.

Lopes, who had been diagnosed with the progressive brain disorder, had been receiving care in a hospice center before being transferred to a hospital in Rhode Island, where he passed away surrounded by his family.

Tori Spelling Weighing Legal Action After Brutal Car Crash

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Tori Spelling is exploring her legal options after a violent crash involving her kids left multiple people hospitalized ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the actress hasn't made a final decision yet, but is strongly considering taking action against the other driver following last week's collision in Temecula, California.

We broke the story ... the crash happened last Thursday when deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision. Tori was behind the wheel of her SUV with seven kids inside -- four of her own and three of their friends -- when another driver allegedly ran a red light and slammed into them.

Judge Mathis & Wife Linda Our Divorce Is Officially Dismissed!!!

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Looks like Judge Mathis and Linda Reese Mathis are rock solid these days -- she's officially calling off the divorce, according to court docs obtained by TMZ.

Linda had filed for divorce a few years back ... but, on Monday, she filed a request to dismiss the case without prejudice. The clerk entered the dismissal the next day.

Linda separated from the TV judge in July 2024 and filed divorce docs the following month, citing irreconcilable differences as the reason she was calling it quits on their 39-year marriage.

Stormy Daniels' Lawyer Michael Avenatti Released from Prison I'm Back in Hollywood, Baby!!!

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Michael Avenatti -- the blustery lawyer who repped Stormy Daniels in her lawsuit against Donald Trump and then went to prison for ripping her and other clients off -- is now a free man. Well, sort of.

Avenatti was convicted of various crimes -- including a $20 million extortion scheme against Nike and stealing $300,000 from Stormy -- and sentenced to 11 years 3 months. He served around 4 years and was released Tuesday.

Avenatti is not a fully free man. He's been ordered to serve more time in a halfway house in Hollywood. He's also required to participate in mental health treatment and stay away from unlawful controlled substances. His projected release date is September 2028.

DDG & Blueface Goat, Chaos, Cops ... Party Spirals Out of Control!!!

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DDG and Blueface turned up at a packed house party -- there was even a real-live goat at the spot -- before the night went from lit to straight-up baa-d with cops swarming the scene last night, TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... LAPD was called to a Mecca Ave address in Tarzana, Los Angeles around 10:40 PM for a massive gathering of about 200 people on site, including rapper Blueface.

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We’re told things got messy ... reports of fights breaking out, along with possible gang activity.

Amanda Batula & West Wilson Not Sweating the Noise!!! Romance Going Strong

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"Summer House" stars Amanda Batula and West Wilson aren't sweating the chatter about their relationship ... in fact, TMZ has learned they're leaning all the way in.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... despite speculation West has been seeing other women, that couldn't be further from the truth. We're told he's been fully committed to Amanda and showing up as a supportive partner behind the scenes.

Our sources say the noise is largely driven by fan assumptions and social media narratives painting West as a playboy ... with even innocent interactions, like chatting with fans, getting twisted into something more.

'American Idol' Star Justin Guarini Divorces Wife After 15 Years of Marriage ... But Who Knew???

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"American Idol" Season 1 runner-up Justin Guarini is divorced from his longtime wife, Reina Guarini, and appears to be with a new woman ... but the whole thing went under the radar.

According to court records obtained by TMZ, Justin filed for divorce in June 2024, after nearly 15 years together and 2 kids. The divorce became final in December 2025 ... yet none of this ever became public.

So the divorce dragged on for more than a year ... they finally reached a settlement around XMAS time.

Taylor Frankie Paul Judge Grants TRO Against Dakota ... Stay 100 Yards Away, Do Not Text

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Taylor Frankie Paul was granted a temporary protective order against her ex-boyfriend, Dakota Mortensen, amid their bitter court battle, TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a Utah judge ordered Dakota Tuesday to stay 100 yards away from Taylor until a hearing later this month, when the court will determine if either party will be awarded a permanent restraining order against the other.

As TMZ first reported, Dakota filed for a temporary protective order in March. He claimed she attacked him in February 2026 and listed multiple alleged incidents from their past. The court granted Dakota’s petition and awarded him temporary custody of their son, Ever.

Tori Spelling Video Shows Chaotic Aftermath of Car Crash

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Tori Spelling's terrifying vehicle accident was a lot worse than originally thought ... and TMZ has obtained new video that shows the brutal aftermath.

Check out the footage ... it begins with the "90120" actress standing with a police officer near her kids after a car collided with her gray SUV in Temecula, California last Thursday.

The up-close video also shows both parties arguing over who's responsible for the crash ... and shows the wreckage littering the roadway. You can see a large chuck torn from the frame of one vehicle and the front end of the other person's car smashed in like an accordion.

On Tuesday, Tori posted an Instagram video in which she talked about the accident, saying "guardian angels were definitely with" her, four of her kids and three of their friends, all of whom were hospitalized.

'Jersey Shore's Ronnie Ortiz-Magro Cops Called to Miami Home After Breakup With Ex-GF

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'Jersey Shore's Ronnie Ortiz-Magro had the police called on him by his ex-girlfriend, Kirsten, who told officers she was separating from him and needed help getting her things ... TMZ has learned.

According to a police report out of Miami, FL ... 34-year-old Kirsten called police on March 29 ... the officer listed the call as a “domestic dispute.”

Law enforcement responded to 40-year-old Ronnie's 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom, 3,773-square-foot home in Miami around 8:30 PM that Sunday.

Kanye West Ex-Security Guard Wants Nearly $1M

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Kanye West’s issues continue to grow …. a former employee of the rapper is seeking close to $1 million in court for unpaid wages and other damages ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Jonathan Monroe -- who says he worked as a full-time security guard in 2021 -- claims he wasn’t paid all the wages owed nor given overtime.

In his new docs, Monroe asks for damages totaling around $850K ... including $7,725 for unpaid overtime, $37,620 in lost wages, $500,000 in lost earnings, $100,000 for his pain and suffering ... and another $100,000 in punitive damages.

In his original lawsuit, Monroe claimed he tried to collect the money owed to him but was given the run-around. He claimed on one occasion, Ye asked him to fill up the tank of his Lamborghini and "When I asked for cash or use of his credit card to cover the expense, [Kanye] walked away from me without a response.”

As TMZ previously reported, Kanye was ordered to pay another ex-employee, Tony Saxon, $140K in an unrelated lawsuit.

This newest legal issue comes as London's Wireless Festival scrapped its event after sponsors started pulling out due to Kanye being the headliner and the British government denied him entry to the UK.