Evelyn Lozada Doubles Salary on 'Basketball Wives'

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Evelyn Lozada got a HUGE raise before she struck a deal with VH1 to stay on board for Season 3 of “Basketball Wives” -- in fact, we're told she more than DOUBLED her old salary.

Sources close to the production tell TMZ, Evelyn didn't get the $20k per episode she demanded ... but we're told she's "very happy" with the counter-offer.

But Evelyn didn't just get a pay bump -- we're told Producers also APOLOGIZED to Lozada for the way she was portrayed in the Season 2 finale ... a huge reason why Evelyn was hesitant to re-sign with the network.

We're told Lozada -- who threatened to leave the show after she felt the producers backstabbed her -- is happy with the new deal ... and shooting is already underway.

'Miami Housewife's Bikini Bod Is Muy Bueno!

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"Real Housewives of Miami" star Cristy Rice showed off her ripped six pack -- and her twin girls -- while rockin' an itsy bitsy bikini in South Beach this weekend.

The proud Cuban-American babe -- who is the ex-wife of former NBA star Glen Rice -- is totally bitchin'.

Enrique Iglesias -- A Spearsless Performance

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Proving he's nobody's opening act, Enrique Iglesias took to the stage at Le Zenith in Paris, France last night.

In his mind, he plays second fiddle to no one.

Paz de la Huerta's Alleged Victim -- A Bruising Photo

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Former "City" star Samantha Swetra received one mega fat lip when she was allegedly attacked by "Boardwalk Empire" star Paz de la Huerta last week -- and it looks painful!

As we previously reported, Paz was arrested last weekend after she allegedly threw a glass at Swetra and punched her in the face during a party in New York. Police issued Paz a desk appearance ticket and she's due back in court on April 18.

Sources tell us Swetra has had to visit a dentist multiple times for her injuries and even had her nose x-rayed because she feared it was broken. We're told she's still waiting for the results.

Swetra retained attorney Stephanie Ovadia to represent her in the case -- but, so far, no lawsuits have been filed.

A-Rod's Other Property -- 25 CODE VIOLATIONS

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Alex Rodriguez is striking out with Florida housing officials -- because TMZ has learned, ANOTHER apartment complex owned by the Yankees star is dangerously run down ... with 25 code violations.

Local code enforcement officials tell TMZ, violations at A-Rod's Newport Villas in Tampa include dangerous crumbled staircases ... and a broken down fence that's led to an increase in "criminal activities."

According to a former employee at A-Rod's company -- Newport Property Ventures -- the complex also has a problem with rampant drug dealing.

A-Rod's recent record as a landlord is even worst than his playoff batting average -- but his rep claims, "The staircases are slated for repair in April and residents continue to have unobstructed access to their units."

As for the fence ... the rep blames repeated vandalism and claims the fix is in for that too.

Vida Guerra The BRAWL that Spawned a Lawsuit

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Model Vida Guerra is being sued over a savage fight that occurred outside of a Hollywood nightclub last year -- and now TMZ has footage of the melee.

We broke the story -- three guys filed a lawsuit against Vida after they got their asses kicked last March outside of Vanguard nightclub ... while she was inside celebrating her birthday.

In the video -- you can see the three guys (in white) taking a pounding from the boys in black.

The guys' lawyer, Fred Hanassab, tells TMZ Vida was included in the lawsuit because her bodyguard was allegedly one of the attackers. Fred claims the fight started when a security guard made an obscene comment to one of his client's girlfriends.

We're told the three amigos suffered severe injuries -- including blurred vision, hearing loss, headaches, a shoulder fracture, scrapes, bruises, and sprains.

Vida Guerra Sued Over Alleged Birthday Beat Down

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Model Vida Guerra is being sued by three dudes who went to her birthday party at a Hollywood nightclub and claim they got beat down by club employees.

According to the lawsuit, the brawl went down back in March, 2010 at Vanguard Club. The plaintiffs claim they were subject to a "violent attack" at the hands of the defendant's employees ... and suffered "severe physical injuries."

The suit names Vida and the club as defendants ... it doesn't say if Vida's famous booty had anything to do with the alleged brawl ... but chances are it was nearby.

The men are suing for unspecified damages.

Tito Ortiz: Jenna And I Haven't Split!

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Tito Ortiz tells TMZ ... the swirl of rumors that he and Jenna Jameson have separated are untrue ... right down to the story that Jenna allegedly threw his expensive watches in the ocean.

Tito says he and Jenna are still together, although he spoke obtusely about a "big argument" recently. As for why Jenna wasn't wearing her wedding ring yesterday, Tito says it doesn't matter -- they're still a unit.

We asked Tito about several tips we got ... that Jenna allegedly threw some of his expensive watches in the ocean after a New Year's Eve fight and he had to hire a scuba diver to retrieve the items. Tito says the real story is that his kids like throwing things in the harbor -- which they did with his expensive glasses ... and that's what the scuba guy was looking for.

Life at the beach.

Enrique Iglesias: My Ego Couldn't Handle Britney

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Enrique Iglesias dropped out of the upcoming Britney Spears concert tour because his ego couldn't handle being her opening act ... multiple sources connected with the tour tell TMZ.

We're told lawyers and agents for Britney and Enrique were hammering out an agreement for weeks, and the terms were finessed to make Enrique appear to be a co-headliner. We're told both sides agreed to the deal and that's why the announcement was made Tuesday.

But just hours before Britney's camp went public, Enrique was burning up the phone lines and the Internet, engaging various people connected with the tour in lengthy conversations in which he made it clear -- he was, in reality, Britney's opening act and he wanted out.

One source says the deal was actually very favorable to Enrique ... "great terms and great placement." But we're told it all came down to taking the stage before Brit -- too much to handle.

Enrique Iglesias -- I'm BAILING On Britney!

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Hours after Britney Spears announced an upcoming North American tour this morning -- her accompanying act, Enrique Iglesias, has reportedly dropped out.

According to Billboard.com, an official announcement is coming soon ... but so far, it's unclear why Iglesias wants off the tour.

The tour is scheduled to kick off in June.

Story developing.

A-Rod's Property ... Down the Drain

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After years of neglect, it looks like the Florida apartment complex owned by A-Rod is starting to shape up ... tenants say thanks to a little pressure from TMZ.

City officials have finally taken action, ordering some quick changes in the apartment complex -- in particular, the gnarly pool that started to resemble the La Brea Tar Pits.

We got pics of the progress -- one of the pools has now been drained and the other is still a work in progress.

There have been numerous other complaints from tenants, including holes in walls, rusty pipes, and overflowing trash. Several tenants say everyone responsible seemed to step it up after we posted the story last week.

Everybody in the pool -- well, not just yet.

'Boardwalk Empire' Star Arrested After Alleged Assault

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"Boardwalk Empire" star Paz de la Huerta was arrested last night after she allegedly threw a glass at former "City" star Samantha Swetra at an NYC party on Sunday ... and then socked her in the face.

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ, it all went down at The Standard hotel -- after Paz and Samantha got into it over Samantha's male friend ... we're told Paz was hitting on him and Sam got defensive.

According to sources, Samantha made a few snide remarks about Paz's level of inebriation ... and Paz got PISSED, throwing a glass and punching Samantha in the face.

We're told pieces of the glass became lodged in Samantha's leg, and her friend helped pick out the bloody shards ... while Paz was escorted out by security.

Samantha filed a police report this morning with her attorney Stephanie Ovadia (Seen Above).

The incident was first reported by the New York Daily News.

UPDATE: Paz received a desk appearance ticket and is due back in court on April 18.

Cameron Diaz Smoking Hot Stepmom-To-Be?

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Cameron Diaz is going all out to close the deal with Alex Rodriguez -- just ask Alex's daughter ... who looked real cozy with Daddy's GF at a recent New York Yankees game.

It all went down at Spring Training in Tampa ... Cam and A-Rod's first born, 6-year-old Natasha Alexander, checked each other's makeup and had some girl talk -- we're guessing stuff like hair, clothes, dad's $275 million contract.

Things are definitely looking serious, so we gotta ask ...

A-Rod and Cameron Wild Ride

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Alex Rodriguez took a break from Spring Training to hit up the rides at Busch Gardens in Tampa, FL this weekend with his girlfriend Cameron Diaz.

A-Rod and Cam rode the SheiKra rollercoaster -- which gets up to 70 miles per hour -- and then checked out pics of their adventure afterward.

Based on the giddy school boy clapping A-Rod seems to be doing in the last photo, he enjoyed the ride very much -- either that or Cameron said they could go for ice cream after.

'Idol' Judge's Trailers Mansions on Wheels

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It's a wonder the "American Idol" judges ever make it to the stage -- because TMZ has learned they each have a RIDICULOUS trailer ... loaded with everything from plasma TVs to gourmet kitchens.

Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler ... and yes, even Randy Jackson get to chill out in these pimped out trailers -- featuring massage chairs, surround sound systems, A/C, and even private offices ... UPSTAIRS.

You gotta see these things.

Eva Longoria & BF -- Tongue Sandwich for Lunch

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Eva Longoria had a very public makeout session with her boyfriend Eduardo Cruz while having lunch at the Chateau Marmont on Monday.

These two have a very large appetite.