Blake Lively Jed Wallace Appeals Defamation Dismissal ... In Baldoni Drama

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Jed Wallace is trying to breathe new life into his dismissed defamation case against Blake Lively -- because now he's appealing ... TMZ has learned.

ICYMI ... Jed and his company Street Relations Inc. were named in Blake's 2024 civil rights complaint for allegedly smearing Blake after the "It Ends With Us" drama.

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Wallace filed a defamation suit in Texas in response … but a judge tossed it last year for lack of jurisdiction.

Auburn University Grad Died From Gunshot Wound to the Chest ... Death Ruled Homicide

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The Auburn graduate who was allegedly killed by her boyfriend's dad died from a gunshot wound to the chest ... TMZ has learned.

According to the Jefferson County Coroner and Medical Examiner's Office ... 22-year-old Whitney Robeson died from "injury to left lung, heart, and aorta, due to gunshot wound of chest."

The manner of death is homicide, the office also announced on Friday.

Eric Stonestreet Home Security Calls Cops On Alleged Trespasser ... Ambulance Arrives for Suspect

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Eric Stonestreet's Kansas City home was crawling with activity Friday ... someone got onto his property, and the cops were called ... and we've got photos of the police response.

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ ... an alleged trespasser crossed onto Eric's Missouri property Friday morning, and the "Modern Family" star's personal security detail called the police.

We're told Eric wasn't home at the time.

Reese Witherspoon Caps Off Son's Graduation With Ex Ryan Phillippe!!!

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Reese Witherspoon and ex-husband Ryan Phillippe just pulled off a rare reunion ... showing up all smiles for son Deacon Phillippe's graduation from New York University!

The former couple looked every bit the proud parents Friday as they snapped pics and celebrated Deacon's big milestone in NYC.

Honestly, Reese and Ryan may be Hollywood royalty, but they blended right in with the sea of emotional parents soaking up graduation day.

Elsie Hewitt Pushing Forward After Pete Davidson Breakup

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Elsie Hewitt's keeping it movin' after her split from Pete Davidson ... stepping out in NYC with the couple's baby after news of the breakup surfaced.

The model was spotted Friday pushing a pram through the city while grabbing an iced coffee ... rocking an oversized hoodie, leggings, and sneakers during the low-key outing. As you can see, she was strolling solo with the newborn tucked under a patterned canopy.

The sighting marks the first time Elsie's been photographed since the news broke that she and Pete called it quits -- just five months after welcoming their daughter, Scottie Rose.

Clavicular Viral Gator Shooting Case Ends With Court Deal

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Clavicular got some good news in court Friday ... his alligator shooting case won't end with a conviction if he keeps his nose clean.

The "Looksmaxxing" streamer appeared in Miami on Friday morning ... where he reached a deal in the case tied to the viral Everglades livestream incident.

Under the resolution, we're told the case will come off his record in 6 months if he stays out of trouble, completes a firearm safety course and finishes 20 hours of community service.

Arkansas High Speed Chase Cops Detail Rescuing 3-Year-Old As Mom Faces Years Behind Bars

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The Arkansas mom who had her young son in the car when she led police on a high-speed chase is facing six years behind bars after a high-speed pursuit involving state police.

According to a police report obtained by TMZ, a Mississippi County sheriff's deputy said he attempted to conduct a traffic stop on 23-year-old Thalia Jones, who was driving a red Dodge Challenger. 

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The deputy said that turned into a chase -- with Jones allegedly driving 81 MPH in a 55 MPH zone. The report says Jones immediately sped off after he turned on his blue lights. 

Jermaine Jackson Hit With $6.5 Million Judgement ... After No-Showing Rape Case

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Jermaine Jackson has been ordered to cough up millions to his rape accuser ... apparently without ever stepping foot in court about the case.

According to new court docs, obtained by TMZ, Rita Butler Barrett obtained a default judgment against Jermaine for just over $6.5 million in damages and court costs ... years after she accused him of violently raping her in the spring of 1988. The amount also covers medical expenses Rita asserted she incurred.

The wild thing is Michael Jackson's older brother apparently never even responded to the lawsuit, hence the entry of the default judgment.

Bethenny Frankel Forehead Kisses and PDA With New BF Shane Campbell

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Bethenny Frankel and Shane Campbell are taking their romance to Sports Illustrated ... sharing some sweet PDA at the publication's 2026 Swimsuit Issue launch party Thursday night!

Check out the clip -- the lovebirds are soaking in the good vibes at NYC's Hard Rock Hotel Times Square to celebrate the launch ... and Bethenny goes in for a hug as Shane returns her affection with a smooch on the head. Too cute!

The 'Real Housewives of New York City' alum hard-launched her relationship with the investment banker on IG May 9 ... posting a snap of the pair locking lips while roller skating.

The pair were first linked romantically in April ... and they made their debut public appearance at the 2026 Global Champions Arabians Tour in Miami Beach, Florida that month.

Lisa Wu Ex-Friend Files Police Report Alleging Theft by Deception 'RHOA' Alum Denies Claims

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Former 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' star Lisa Wu is firing back at allegations she perpetrated a scheme to defraud her friend out of a home -- after the ex-pal filed a police report against her.

TMZ obtained a DeKalb County, Georgia police report, dated April 9, 2026, listing a woman named Norma Denise Mitchem as the victim of a theft by deception from back in November 2025.

According to the report, cops talked to a nephew of Norma, who told them Lisa and Lisa’s boyfriend, Donald Jacob, were involved in the alleged scheme to defraud Norma out of a house.

Andre Berto Don't Expect Fireworks In Floyd Vs. Manny 2 ... But My Money's On Money!!!

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THE OG'S STILL GOT IT!!!

If ya wanna know how Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao II will go down, just watch the first time they fought in 2015 ... 'cause Andre Berto tells TMZ Sports he's expecting similar results when they duke it out again later this year.

49-year-old Floyd and 47-year-old Pacquiao's professional bout in Las Vegas is just months away ... so we had to get Berto's take on the spectacle.

Even though Pac-Man is active and Money has been retired for years, Berto doesn't expect "explosive" shots from either guy ... which would line up with the snooze fest their first go-round ended up being.

Kodak Black Surrenders on Fleeing, Resisting Charges

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Kodak Black is back behind bars in Florida ... TMZ has learned the rapper surrendered on charges of fleeing/eluding law enforcement and resisting an officer without violence.

According to Broward County jail records, seen by TMZ, Kodak was booked Thursday. Both charges are currently listed as pending trial, with bond set at $0.

Kodak’s attorney, Bradford Cohen, tells TMZ ... "This is a self surrender from yet another 'investigation' that just happened to also take 5 months to 'investigate' for allegedly fleeing and eluding."