Gen-Z

The stars are making a big ol' BANG in the new year ... here's your Gen-Z news of the week:

Harry Styles news has circulated around this week -- The 31-year-old star is allegedly lined up for a residency at Madison Square Garden in 2026. This would mark a major return to the stage after his nearly three-year break from touring. On Thursday, Harry teased a new album, "Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally" -- set to drop in March.

BTS announced they're heading on a world tour! This will be their first full world tour as a complete group since their military hiatus back in 2022. Also, BLACKPINK's label dropped a 19-second teaser on Wednesday ... and while it didn't reveal a whole bunch, it was more than enough to get the BLINKs buzzing.

We tapped out for a few weeks -- and that holiday hangover is REAL -- but we're BACK and better than ever!!! Time to TAP-IN y'all!

Here's your Gen-Z news of the week!

"Wicked: For Good" may be so two months ago, but Ariana Grande is still droppin' behind-the-scenes shots, and this double birdie selfie is the mood we need going into 2026. What are y'all's thoughts?

Internet sensation and Broadway star Trisha Paytas says she wants to run for Congress in California ... and she's already got her campaign slogan picked out. With a tight deadline to collect signatures, are you signing for Trisha?!

Step aside 'cuz Gen-Z was up and at 'em all week, and we've got the hottest takes right here right now!

The collab we've been needing?! Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are teaming up for "The Drama" -- an upcoming A24 romantic comedy-drama set to drop in theaters in April next year. Our question is this simple: Yay or Nay?!

Kim Kardashian is in her gaming era! From her "Kim Kardashian: Hollywood" game (2014) to now, FORTNITE?! Dropping December 13th, Kim's Fortnite collab will allow players to change their in-game appearance. Will you be playing?!

New England Patriots baller Stefon Diggs didn't hold back his passion and longing for baby mama Cardi B ... Diggs reposted Cardi's revealing carousel post to his IG stories with the caption, "Thru The Mattress." (Cardi was rockin' a black and gold chain dress; one of the videos displays the two lovebirds packin' on the PDA.)

Despite weeks of breakup rumors, Kylie Jenner hit the red carpet with her man, Timothee Chalamet. Photos hit the web Monday at the premiere for Timothee's latest film, "Marty Supreme." The two have been dating for over two years now, but what do you think?!

OG YouTuber Ryan Higa disclosed he stopped partaking in "YouTube Rewind" (YouTube's annual recap) because YouTube allegedly lied to him. Higa said on Twitch, "I specifically remembered leaving mid-shoot because they lied to me. When I specifically said I don't want to do something and that's why I wasn't going to show up in the first place, and then they try to convince me once I'm on set in person, that's scummy."

The Gen-Z-ers were knee-deep in entertainment news this week -- from the Nicki Minaj and Cardi B feud ... to Kai Cenat (the most famous Twitch-er) awarded the first-ever Stream Certification Association Plaques ... we've rounded up this week's buzziest Gen-Z stories!

Robert Irwin stole the hearts of ladies and gents all over the world after he ripped off his shirt during his 'DWTS' performance. The question is:

And, Nicole Kidman filed for divorce from Keith Urban, and while these two celebs aren't necessarily everyday chat among Gen-Z, her work on "Big Little Lies" and "Babygirl" are popular watches among the 'Z-crowd ... What's your take? Vote below:

Welcome to TMZ Tap-In -- your go-to hot spot for all things Gen-Z! We're scouring the internet up and down and keeping tabs on Gen-Z news n' goss ... and the celebs Gen-Z hates to love and loves to hate! TMZ's spillin' the tea into your laps ... it's piping hot, so scroll with caution 🫖!

From social media creators Charli D'Amelio and Khaby Lame to actors and musicians like Zendaya, Timothee Chalamet, Billie Eilish ... you name 'em, there's no need for FOMO 'cuz it's all right here!

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This week, the feud heard 'round the Gen-Z world: Cardi vs. Nicki! The internet is keeping tabs on Cardi's new album, "Am I The Drama?" and Week 1 sales ... The question is, will it trump Nicki Minaj's previous projects?! Tracking ends tonight, so give us your thoughts: