Big Boi Called Out for SB Fur Coat ... PETA Demands Faux Fix!!!
2/5 10:43 AM PT-- PETA held a protest outside CBS Tuesday morning in NYC, holding the network responsible for airing Big Boi's fur-lined Super Bowl performance.
Big Boi's Super Bowl halftime performance is drawing penalty flags -- not for the music (see Maroon 5) -- but for his fur coat, which PETA wants to take off his back and donate to the homeless.
We've learned PETA fired off a stern letter Monday to Big Boi, even addressing him by his real name -- Antwan -- like a disappointed parent. In the letter, the animal rights group tries to convince the Outkast rapper to retire all of his furs and switch to faux.
PETA says it knows exactly what to do with Big Boi's luxury fur -- which it believes to be fox -- offering to distribute it to homeless shelters in America or Syrian refugees.
Taking it a step further, PETA says it's sending him a "gorgeous" faux fur for him to flaunt.
PETA tells us a coat the size of Big Boi's costs an estimated 25 red foxes their lives, and points out the animals are electrocuted or have their necks broken ... purely for fashion.
We've reached out to Big to confirm his coat was genuine fur, but no word back. PETA says it hasn't gotten a response from him yet either.
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Conor McGregor Brings Son to Super Bowl ... The Stars Arrive!
Conor McGregor is BACK in America -- this time, no violence ... just cuteness!!
The UFC superstar and his 1-year-old son, Conor Jr., just arrived at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, in matching purple suits ... and they're both STYLIN'!!!
Conor is a huge Dallas Cowboys fan -- he became with friends with Jerry Jones in 2018 -- but since they're not in the big game, unclear who Conor will be rooting for.
One thing's for sure ... Conor ain't missing an opportunity to flash his mug at the biggest sporting ever of the year!!
By the way, look at Conor McGregor Jr.'s designer kicks -- sweeeeeeet!!!!
The A-list stars are starting to arrive at the stadium -- Jon Bon Jovi, Kevin Hart and Ludacris are already there.
So is Rams superfan YG -- he's been a good luck charm for the Rams this season, this is good news for L.A.
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GLC No More MAGA Hat for Kanye ... But it Served a Purpose
Kanye West handed over all his MAGA hats -- apparently boxes of 'em -- to his pal GLC, and according to the rapper Ye's never wearing it again ... but it wasn't all bad.
The G.O.O.D. Music rapper sat down for "The Red Pill Podcast with Van Lathan" and insists Kanye gave him his word he'll stop demonstrating his support for President Trump by wearing the hat. GLC says they had a convo about it a few weeks ago.
That's interesting ... because on New Year's Day, Kanye went on a pro-Trump rant that ended with him praising the MAGA hat and vowing to wear it when he performs from now on.
GLC suggests he's had a change of heart and although he seems pleased Kanye's decided to stop wearing it, he points out there was a major silver lining to his friend putting on the hat.
Watch ... we're thinking Kim Kardashian, Alice Marie Johnson and thousands of prisoners might agree.
Check out the full 'Red Pill' when the podcast drops on Tuesday.
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Sean McVay's GF Custom Jacket For Super Bowl ... 4,000 Crystals!!!
Forget diamond Super Bowl rings ... Sean McVay's smokin' hot GF is opting for crystals for Sunday's big game -- 'cause she just got a custom jacket made with 4,000 of 'em in it!!!
TMZ Sports has learned Veronika Khomyn hit up Leah Miller at Bella Artistry to have a one-of-a-kind piece made to cheer on her BF during the Rams-Pats game ... and the fit came out GREAT.
We're told, the satin bomber jacket was hand-cut and hand-sewn ... and had 4,000 Swarovski crystals hand-placed into it.
The jacket also features a "Mob Squad" patch and a whole bunch of Rams logos ... and, in total, took about 14 HOURS to complete.
We're told similar jackets run for around $1,000 ... and Khomyn completed the outfit by adding a custom Rams hat that featured 600 crystals hand-set into it!!!
Veronika won't be the only WAG stuntin' at the Super Bowl ... tons of BOTH Rams and Patriots wives hit up Leah to get their own one-of-a-kind gear made for the game.
So, you be the judge ... who's winning the Rams-Pats swag battle in the box suites this weekend???
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'Bad Girls Club' Star Body Slams Gucci Purse Snatcher ... at Amber Meade's Wedding
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"Bad Girls Club" star Tanisha Thomas couldn't resist a good fight at her friend's wedding reception.
The incident went down over the weekend in Maui after ex-'BGC' star Amber Meade and Alen Aivazian tied the knot. At the reception the bride, rather than throwing a bouquet at all the single ladies, subbed in an Ophidia mini Gucci round shoulder bag -- valued at around $1,400.
Check it out ... the winner at first appears to be Amber's junior bridesmaid/niece, Madelyn Sherod. But, her bounty was short-lived because a woman snatched the bag from behind. That's when Tanisha tries her hand at some street justice ... tackling the woman to get the purse back, to no avail.
After the dust settles ... you see Amber embrace the bag snatcher. We're told the Gucci bag bully woke up with some bruising ... but added it was worth it.
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Pro Bowler With Glorious Afro Best Victory Dance Ever?!
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He looks like he's straight outta "Kingpin" ... but pro bowler Kyle Troup is very much the REAL DEAL -- and when he hit a strike in a PBA tourney, he busted out one of the grooviest celebrations ever.
Troup -- sporting the kind of afro that would make Bob Ross proud -- was competing in the Lubbock Sports Open over the weekend ... when he started throwing rocks in the 2nd frame.
Out came the hair pick -- fused with some swaggy dance moves -- and it started the momentum that turned the match his way.
Ultimately, Troup defeated Rhino Page and moved on to the semi-final round where he was ultimately defeated by a guy with an inferior hairstyle.
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25th SAG Awards A Fashion-Forward United Front ... Behind the Scenes
The 25th SAG Awards is in full swing, and if you take a peek behind the scenes ... you'll see everyone was dressed to the nines and beyond for this thing.
Tons of actors were on hand Sunday for the award show honoring folks in the SAG-AFTRA union, and nobody skimped on the swank -- including Michael B. Jordan (who wore a colorful Louis Vuitton harness over his tux), Lady Gaga who dazzled in a white gown, Viggo Mortensen who killed it with maroon ... and lots and lots of other stars who brought out their best outfits.
Some other standouts ... Chris Pine in the classic all-white tux, Sandra Oh who donned a gorgeous red gown, Darren Criss who sizzled in silver and, frankly, the entire "Black Panther" cast ... who looked absolutely incredible together in the front row.
Statuettes are still being handed out ... but take a gander at what's been going on backstage so far.
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Arianny Celeste Rocks Valentine's Day Lingerie ... Will Engorge Your Heart
It's now time to reevaluate who your Valentine is this year ... because UFC star Arianny Celeste is doing a super hot lingerie shoot for Lovers Day ... and she doesn't know you exist.
Celeste and her best pal Alejandra Boggiano dropped new smokin' hot images of their Valentine's Day shoot for their company Girlfriend Box ... and TMZ Sports has them.
The company offers a service to guys who want to get their GFs sexy outfits, by offering them a subscription program.
Good idea ... and a better way to sell the idea is Arianny serving up a variety of scantily clad looks to promote the company, and we gotta say ... DAMN.
BTW -- GF Box subscriptions range from 69-89 bucks ... and in case you were wondering, Arianny DOES NOT come with your first month, but you do get a Valentine's Day card, an outfit and jewelry for your girl.
Who, once again, isn't Arianny ... sorry guys (and some ladies).
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Kanye West Check Out My New Hairstyle ... 'Do You Like It ???
Kanye West is putting his own spin on getting lined up ... because he just debuted his new hairdo, and it's pretty wild!!!
Kanye showed off his new look Friday as he arrived at his office in Calabasas ... and as you can see, he's sporting fresh cut lines all over his head.
Looks like Yeezy's barber has some serious skills ... because he's got Ye's dome looking straight-up like a tiger print. Rawr!
It's interesting ... Khloe Kardashian busted out a new "Kanye For President" ball cap on Thursday, but we're guessing Ye won't be rocking the lid for a little bit ... he wouldn't want to cover up his new swag.
Kanye's been known to switch up his hairstyles in major ways over his career -- basically experimenting with everything from bald to blonde -- and, we gotta say, we're digging this new 'do!
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Antonio Brown Rocks Bleached Mustache ... It's My Prerogative!!
Antonio Brown ... we mustache you a question -- what's up with the dental drapes, man??
The NFL superstar posted a selfie with his son, Auto, on Wednesday ... showing off a bright, new multi-colored dread look ... complete with a bleach blonde caterpillar above his upper lip.
Of course, A.B.'s no stranger to head-turning looks ... remember, he had the Nino Brown/Lego head 'do a few years ago ... and his fashion style is among the most unique in the league.
For a guy who dressed up as a hippo and sang "My Prerogative" in front of a bunch of people, we shouldn't be surprised.
Keep doin' you, A.B.
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Michael Costello To Bebe Rexa 'F**k' Those Other Fashion Designers ... I'll Dress You For Free!!!
Bebe Rexha needs to hit up an old friend, fashion designer Michael Costello, because he tells us he's got the perfect look to show off her sexy curves at the Grammys ... size 2 dresses be damned!!!
We got Michael, who appeared on "Project Runway," outside his store in downtown Los Angeles Tuesday ... and he shared some of his plans to highlight Bebe's curvy figure at next month's Grammy Awards -- pro bono!
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As you know ... Bebe -- who just got her first Grammy nomination -- went NUCLEAR on fashion designers who she claims refused to dress her for the awards show because her figure isn't small enough ... telling them she doesn't want to wear their "f**king dresses" anyway!
Michael, who dressed Beyonce when she picked up 3 Grammys in 2014, says he's totally on board with Bebe and all those other designers can "f**k" off!
Watch ... Michael delivers his pitch to dress Bebe, and says he's only one call away.
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Tiffany Haddish Crashes Adrien Broner Post-Fight Presser ... Hilarity Ensues
Tiffany Haddish gave Adrien Broner's swollen face something to grin about after loss to Manny Pacquaio ... bum-rushing his post-fight press conference and doing her best to lighten the mood.
Broner took to the podium to explain once again how he didn't lose the fight ... and after a couple of regular questions from media, a very familiar voice from "South Central News" started in.
Of course, that reporter was Haddish -- and rather than ask anything about the fight, Tiff wanted to know how and where she could get some Fashionova duds from Broner, who's been rocking the brand lately.
Broner shoulda been ready for questions from Haddish, because she'd turned up earlier in the presser, asking equally amusing questions to light heavyweight champ Marcus Browne.
Now we don't know how Tiffany made it into the event, or why she did it, but we do know this ... it was the most entertaining part of the night.
#SheReady.
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Virgil Abloh Off-White Fashion Show Gridiron Glamour
The F in NFL now stands for FASHION ... 'cause Wednesday morning, pro and college football team helmets were the hot accessories in Virgil Abloh's big runway show!
Abloh is one of the HOTTEST names in the industry -- and his Fall/Winter 2019 show at Paris Fashion Week was one of the most anticipated events!
Of course, people are talking about the unique clothing -- but the headwear is also getting some serious buzz.
From the Kansas City Chiefs to the L.A. Chargers to the University of Texas Longhorns ... model after model hit the runway looking ready for a full-speed collision!!! Some even wore dark visors!
Clemson got some love ... so did Iowa. The Colts. Even the Bengals were represented for some reason.
So ... does this mean people will start walkin' down the street lookin' like Andrew Luck? Probably not.
But hey, if fanny packs are back in style .... anything's possible.
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Cardi B Frees the Vagina ... Drops Trou in the Car
She may not have meant to do it, but Cardi B just came up with the title of her next hit track ... "P***Y BREATHIN'!"
The rapper was riding in a car in an all-denim outfit late Tuesday night when she became, uh, uncomfortable -- especially in the crotch area -- because her pants were too tight.
She explained her plight as only Cardi can ... "I hate having p***y wedgies, bro. My p***y be screaming at me like, 'Bitch! You got me f**ked up! You want a yeast infection, bitch?"
So, you gotta watch her remedy the situation by riding bare-ass on the car seat to let her p***y breathe. Cardi can pull this off because ... she's Cardi.
The surgeon general does NOT recommend you try this in the back of an Uber. There could be serious surcharges and/or criminal charges.
This isn't the first time Cardi's been very open and honest in public about her battle with wedgies -- a couple weeks ago at a concert in New Zealand, she stopped the show and told her fans ... "I need a little break. I'm gonna be right back. I gotta take this wedgie out my ass."
The crowd loved it. So does CB's p***y.
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Rihanna No Shade, but ... The Name is All Mine, Dad!!!
Rihanna's rubbing it in her father's face -- she's the only one who's gonna cash in on the family name ... it's as plain as the designer shades on her face.
Late Tuesday night she was strolling out of her dentist's office rocking a pair of Fenty shades -- the same ones she was wearing Monday night at Sound of Brazil nightclub. You don't need Fenty bifocals (wouldn't those be cool) to read the subtext here.
TMZ broke the story ... RiRi's suing her dad, Ronald Fenty, over the family name ... essentially.
Dear ol' Dad launched a talent management company called Fenty Entertainment -- but Rihanna says she's trademarked Fenty for commercial use. You know she's already made Fenty huge in the cosmetics and apparel biz, and she's concerned Ronald's org will confuse the marketplace.
Ronald's little girl is making her point ... the shade is real.
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Rihanna Sues Her Own Dad For Jacking 'Fenty'
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Rihanna is going after her own father in court for using her Fenty brand and his relationship to her to launch a business for himself ... according to new court docs.
In a new lawsuit -- obtained by TMZ -- Rihanna claims her father, Ronald Fenty, recently started a talent development company in 2017 called Fenty Entertainment. The problem ... Rihanna has already trademarked "Fenty" to use in a number of biz ventures, including her well-known Fenty Beauty line. She claims he's profiting off the reputation she's created with Fenty.
In the docs, Rihanna says her father and a business partner falsely advertised themselves as her reps to solicit millions of dollars, including trying to book her for 15 shows in Latin America in December 2017 for $15 mil ... all without her authorization.
Rihanna claims later her dad even unsuccessfully tried to file a trademark for "Fenty" to use with resort boutique hotels.
She says she's sent multiple cease and desist letters to her father, ordering him to stop capitalizing off of her Fenty trademarks, but says he's ignored them and continued to make money off of Fenty Entertainment.
She's asking a judge to place an injunction on her dad using the name Fenty ... and, of course, for damages.
We've reached out to Ronald for comment ... so far, no word back.