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10/9 10:27 AM PT -- The Cornell University disciplinary committee expelled Jonathan Newell because he had sex with her without her consent ... Jane Doe's lawyer tells TMZ.

Newell was the Chi Phi fraternity brother who sent the "free p***y" Snapchat message in the frat's group chat.

Someone who reviewed the hearing panel's decision told us the panel found Newell did NOT have "affirmative consent," meaning there was NOT express consent to engage in sex with Doe. Title IX says "silence or lack of resistance in and of itself does not demonstrate consent."

Jane Doe was in serious text mode 2 days after the alleged sexual assault, almost consoling one of the men she would later accuse of rape, saying there was nothing to be ashamed of.

TMZ obtained a text chain between Jonathan Newell and Jane Doe. On the evening of October 21, 2024, Jonathan apologizes to Jane and says, "You're an amazing person and I genuinely hope ur not catching as much heat from this as we r. We've been shutting down any stories we've heard but again I'm so so sorry."

Jane responds, "aw jonathan i really appreciate this text. my memories super clouded too. I think we were all way to f***ing drunk and high."

10/9 10:25 AM PT -- The Cornell University disciplinary committee expelled Jonathan Newell because he had sex with her without her consent ... Jane Doe's lawyer tells TMZ.

Newell was the Chi Phi fraternity brother who sent the infamous "free p***y" message in the frat's group chat.

Someone who reviewed the hearing panel's decision told us the panel found Newell did not have "affirmative consent," meaning there was not express consent to engage in sex. Title IX says "silence or lack of resistance in and of itself does not demonstrate consent."

Jane Doe's memory wasn't super cloudy when it came to snorting ketamine off a Chi Phi fraternity brother's penis during the alleged sexual assault ... because two days later, she told him it was "one of the most insane/jaw dropping moments of the night."

TMZ obtained a text chain between Jonathan Newell and Jane Doe ... and on the evening of October 21, 2024, Jane tells him, "ps. i'm not sure if u remember but i did ket off your d*** at some point❓and i honestly think that was one of the most insane/jaw dropping moments of the night."

Jonathan -- a defendant in Jane Doe's lawsuit -- responds ... "I have no memory of that last part 😭"

John Paris has entered rehabilitation after spending more than two months in a San Francisco hospital following a serious medical emergency ... and the band’s twice-postponed concert with Lionel Richie has now been canceled.

According to a GoFundMe, the Earth, Wind & Fire drummer suffered a spinal cord injury and recently left the hospital to begin the next phase of his recovery. His family says he faces a long road toward regaining his independence and returning home.

Paris and his wife, musician Kathy Merrick, are also dealing with significant financial strain ... as they did not have medical insurance when the emergency happened. Friends have organized a GoFundMe campaign to help with his medical and living expenses, raising nearly $98K toward a $100K goal.

WWE Superstar LA Knight has spent 20 years in professional wrestling ... but he still hasn't captured a WWE world championship, and he admits Saturday's match against Roman Reigns could potentially be his last shot.

Knight joined TMZ’s “Inside the Ring” Podcast ahead of "WWE Money in the Bank" ... and told us even he’s wondered what happens if he comes up short again.

“I’ve probably kind of framed it that way a little bit because it just feels like ... is it my last one ever? I don’t know,” Knight said. “It could be, who knows?”

Matt Barnes has no doubt the Los Angeles Clippers are cursed ... and he thinks a rebrand would be a slam dunk for the NBA franchise.

We got the former NBA baller at the 6th Annual Celebrity Softball Charity Game hosted by retired MLB player Brandon Watson ... and he told us the Clippers need to change their name to reverse their fortunes.

Along with Meagan Good, Jonathan Majors, Glen "Big Baby" Davis, Paul Pierce, Amber Rose, Terence Crawford & more, Matt was out taking hacks and spitting facts ... and he told us he believes the Clippers curse is very real.

Kimberly Guilfoyle is a "grifter" who is all sizzle and no steak ... at least according to the Donald Trump donor who says she asked him to secretly pay off her six-figure American Express bill.  

Former Kentucky congressional candidate Eric Deters joined us on "TMZ Live" Thursday, and we asked him about this week's bombshell story in The Wall Street Journal ... and he told us Kimberly absolutely asked him to wire $100,000 to her AmEx account before her July 2025 confirmation hearing to become the U.S. ambassador to Greece.

Eric says he was throwing big money around the Trump world because Kimberly promised to help get Trump administration officials to extradite an Ohio doctor who fled to Pakistan after allegedly performing unnecessary spine surgeries on hundreds of unsuspecting victims and being charged with defrauding insurers.

Dakota Harper and his girlfriend, Felicity Eatmon, couldn't keep their hands off each other during a storm warning in West Virginia ... weeks before they were arrested for arson.

We've obtained video from the Hampton Inn in Charleston, West Virginia, from August 16 during the couple's four-night stay ... which was anything but drama-free.

Our sources say there was a tornado watch in the area ... which caused Felicity to become very obsessed -- freaking out while kneeling in the hotel lobby.

Jeremy Allen White and Lulu Tenney are shamelessly flaunting their steamy new romance ... holding hands while walking through a park in New York City.

The pair were seen hand-in-hand Wednesday afternoon before taking a seat on a park bench and cuddling up. He smoked and put his hands all over her bare legs.

Jeremy looked relaxed in a black sweater and faded blue jeans ... while Lulu wore a navy blue jacket and shorts.

C.W. Morgan, famous for playing Ghostface killer Billy Loomis' father in "Scream," is dead ... TMZ has learned.

Medical Examiner records seen by TMZ show the actor died August 30 in Los Angeles County. His cause and manner of death are unclear ... but the records indicate he died in a bathroom.

An LAPD spokesperson tells TMZ ... officers responded to a call for a death investigation and the death appears to have been from natural causes. An LAFD spokesperson tells us they received a call for an unconscious adult male. Morgan was not transported because the incident became a coroner’s case.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' office is outraged over the infamous "trash house" ... after the property once again became buried in garbage and debris.

A spokesperson for the Mayor tells TMZ ... "It is outrageous that the owner of this private property has once again allowed the conditions to disintegrate and neighbors are forced to live near this mess. The Mayor's Office, in coordination with the Council Office and multiple City Departments, has cleaned up this health and safety hazard on more than one occasion."

The spokesperson says the criminal case against the property owner remains ongoing as the court considers appointing a conservator. The Mayor is urging the L.A. County Department of Mental Health to support the appointment, which would create a responsible party to ensure the property does not deteriorate again.

Former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn is settling in to his new digs in a state prison after being convicted of murdering his wife ... and we have the first look at his first mugshot.

Caleb is wearing a white shirt and an blue prison jumpsuit in the photo ... with a stone cold look on his face as he poses in front of a yellow background.

As you know, Caleb was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn.

10/9 11:11 AM PT -- A rep for Max tells TMZ ... "Max made a left turn without realizing that turns were prohibited at that location. The incident was a mistake, and he received a citation."

Demi Lovato's ex Max Ehrich is getting super familiar with Florida law enforcement... because just weeks after being arrested for nitrous oxide possession, he was cited for driving the wrong way down a divided highway.

The singer and actor was cited just after 9 AM on September 30 after cops claimed he was driving his 2020 white BMW the wrong way down a divided highway in Port St. Lucie.

This traffic violation came about a month after cops arrested Max for possession of nitrous oxide on August 25 in Florida.

Halle Berry has completed a mandatory parenting program as she battles ex-husband Olivier Martinez over custody of their son ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Berry signed a certificate Tuesday verifying she completed the Los Angeles Superior Court's "Our Children First" online mediation orientation and parent education program.

Per the court's website, parents are required to complete the court's online child custody mediation orientation and parent education program, officially known as "Our Children First," before moving forward with custody or visitation disputes.

Andrew and Tristan Tate are asking a federal judge to set bail so they can be released from prison pending trial.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, the brothers filed a petition Wednesday seeking immediate release on bond. The court has refused to set bond pending the courts decision on whether to extradite them to the United Kingdom to face trial.

The Tates argue prosecutors have failed to show they are flight risks or a danger to the community. They claim they have no criminal history in the United States and complied with release conditions during their legal battles in Romania.

An attorney for one of the men accused in the Cornell 7 rape case is asking a judge to officially block New York Attorney General Letitia James from running the criminal investigation ... claiming her public comments create an appearance of bias.

Gillio Lopes' attorneys filed a petition Wednesday, asking the court to void Governor Kathy Hochul's appointment of James as special prosecutor or limit her personal involvement in the case.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, James posted on the New York Attorney General's official social media September 28 ... just a few days before her appointment saying the alleged victim's experience was "horrific and unacceptable" and that she stood with her and "all survivors."

Los Angeles County health officials are preparing to investigate the infamous "trash house" ... they'll be snooping around, evaluating the property for accumulated trash, sanitation problems, and evidence of vermin activity or infestation ... and they'd better bring some extra gloves.

The L.A. County Department of Public Health tells TMZ ... its Environmental Health division will conduct a "site investigation" after being alerted to the property's current conditions.

As we reported ... TMZ obtained new photos Wednesday showing the yard once again buried in trash and debris. Witnesses told us bugs were flying throughout the area.