Joe McKnight New Photo of Gasser After Shooting ... Witness Says He Screamed At Body

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TMZ Sports has obtained a photo of Ronald Gasser moments after he shot Joe McKnight ... and the witness who took the photo says he WAS yelling at McKnight's body after the fatal shots were fired.

Irina Shayk Pottery ... So Hot Right Now

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WET WORK

Irina Shayk isn't letting a possible baby bump get in the way of molding wet clay.

The Russian model recreated the famous pottery scene from "Ghost" for Love Magazine's Advent calendar shoot ... and she's got everyone wondering if she's working that potter's wheel for 2.

The debate in our office -- on the heels of her rumored pregnancy -- is that a baby bump or not? Do her boobs look bigger than usual?

Better watch again to be sure.

Shaq Barkley & Jordan Beef? ... I AIN'T IN IT!!!

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I'M STAYING OUT OF IT

Change Shaq's name to Bennett, cause he says he AIN'T IN IT when it comes to the beef between Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley ... telling TMZ Sports he's staying all the way out of the discourse.

Shaq would actually be a good candidate to Jimmy Carter the situation ... he's close to both men, working alongside Barkley on TNT ... and being frat brothers and friends with MJ.

But when we got him out in DC he made it clear ... he ain't the big Henry Kissinger ... saying he's totally on the sidelines when it comes to the Hall Of Fame beef.

BTW -- Check out Shaq getting out of the car ... not to spoil it for you guys ... but he's gigantic.

Cynthia Bailey All Work, No Play with Boxer ... But Coupling Far from Dull

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'RHOA' star Cynthia Bailey isn't rushing into a romantic relationship with Nigerian boxer Yahu Blackwell -- right now she's only getting down with him for business.

Cynthia and Yahu, a cruiser weight boxer, were spotted at an Atlanta restaurant this week. Fans and many friends thought they were banging -- they do look good together -- but sources close to both tell us it was strictly a biz meeting.

We're told Yahu's starting a boxing app and wants access to models at The Bailey Agency for upcoming photo shoots. That was the main topic at their power lunch, but we're told there's a chance he might cameo on 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' ... if their deal goes through.

Cynthia's not officially single yet -- she separated from her estranged hubby, Peter Thomas, in March. Just so ya know, Yahu.

Brooke Hogan Not Exactly Denying Hulk WrestleMania Claims

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IT'S UNDER WRAPS

She got in huge trouble for saying WWE was trying to court Hulk Hogan for WrestleMania ... but Brooke Hogan ain't exactly backing off her claim.

We saw Hulk's daughter at LAX and asked her why she suggested Vince McMahon was reaching out to Hulk if that wasn't the case.

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THERE'S TALK

Watch the clip ... she never says her comments were untrue -- and when asked to clarify she told us:

"How can I put it? What is a way that wont get me in trouble? ... He's capable of anything."

Remember, Hulk adamantly denied it. But after watching this ... it seems there's more going on behind the scenes than Hulk wants you to believe.

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HOLD YOUR HORSES

Liam Payne & Cheryl Cole They Don't Know About Us ... Expecting?

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Liam Payne is either about to be a dad, or his gf had way too much food and beer before enjoying Christmas carols.

The 23-year-old One Direction singer and Cheryl Cole, from Girls Aloud, showed up together Tuesday at the St James Christmas Carol Concert in London -- and it sure looks like something's in the oven.

The couple isn't commenting yet about the baby rumors ... or about what she had for dinner.

Odell Beckham Jr. Courting Zendaya (Again?) ... Hanging At Knicks Game

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Here's Zendaya and Odell Beckham Jr. taking in the Knicks game in NYC together Monday night ... once again giving us hope that one of the world's dopest potential couples could become a thing.

You might remember ... the two kicked it at a Grammy party (along with Zendaya's dad) earlier this year ... and it seemed OBJ was doing something he hasn't done since high school -- trying out.

Zendaya eventually said the two decided to go the "just friends" route ... but the kids looked pretty cozy courtside at the game last night ... and hung out WITHOUT her dad on duty ... although mom was in tow.

Progress is a slow process ...

Melania and Barron Trump Victory!!! YouTuber will Remove Bogus 'Autism' Video

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Melania Trump just got what she was after ... the man who posted the YouTube video suggesting Barron had autism is taking the video down.

The guy who posted the video says, "TMZ just contacted me to tell me Melania Trump is threatening a lawsuit over this video ... I never ever meant this as a bullying video."

The video was posted by someone who says he was diagnosed with autism at age 5, and he says he posted the video because he wanted to stop people for bullying Barron over his "weird behavior."

Fact is ... Barron does not have autism and the video perpetuated the bullying, but the guy behind the video says it will come down and he will issue a retraction and an apology to Melania and Barron.

As for Rosie O'Donnell -- who also suggested Barron had autism -- she's been radio silent Monday, but over the weekend she posted a long statement saying she meant no ill will but also never took back her questions about Barron and autism.

Prince Woman Warns Estate ... Step Aside, I'm His Wife!

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Prince was married when he died and wanted all of his money to go exclusively to his wife -- according to the alleged wife, who's now putting his estate on notice.

The woman -- Claire Elisabeth Elliott -- filed a request for the court to remove Bremer Trust bank as administrator of Prince's estate, because she believes she should be calling the shots ... as his "Sole Heir."

Claire even claims there is a marriage certificate and will to back her up. It's worth noting she did not attach those documents in her filing. Also, we checked Minnesota court records ... no dice.

We're gonna go ahead and file this under "can't knock her for trying." She is ambitious though -- Claire also filed docs to run for President ... of the United States.

Just a hunch, her shot at Prince's dough will likely end the same way as her campaign.

Iggy Azalea Soon-to-be Bro-in-Law Teases French Montana Wedding

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Iggy Azalea and French Montana could be hearing wedding bells soon ... according to his brother, who went on a "family date" with the Aussie rapper.

We got Iggy at Catch Saturday night, where she was horsing around with French's younger bro, Zack Kharbouch -- before revealing they'd be related sooner than later. After all, they've had other "family" affairs before ... like that time they all rode in a helicopter.

Still, our camera guy asks if she'd consider dating another Nick Young-type. We're guessing no, if Zack is spittin' any truth here.

Britney Spears 'Slumber Party' Sushi Date ... With Hunky Co-Star

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Britney Spears might be doing it again ... as in going out with a guy with whom she's been working.

Britney was seen grabbing sushi Saturday night with her co-star from her newest music video, "Slumber Party" ... and this pic of them together is ... interesting.

The stud, Sam Asghari, starred alongside Britney as her love interest. He's a personal trainer -- and he might be attached judging by how fast he took down the post.

Andre Ward Me Vs GGG Will Never Happen ... GGG Didn't Want My Hands

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AIN'T GONNA HAPPEN

Bad news, Boxing fans ... the Andre Ward vs GGG dream fight is just like Elvis, Tupac, and Abraham Lincoln ... DEAD AS HELL ... 'cause Andre says it's never happening ... and he's blaming GGG's camp.

Ward vs GGG was one of the most anticipated fights in the sport never to happen ... and with Ward being pound-for-pound king now, and GGG starving for opponents, some thought the time was now.

Nope ... Ward says that ship has sailed ... saying he has email proof his team offered GGG's camp a sweet deal to fight it out a long time ago ... and they wanted no part of his quick hands.

Derek Fisher Don't Call It a Comeback ... My Playing Days Are Over

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DON'T BE CONFUSED

R.I.P. to any chance of seeing Derek Fisher suit up for an NBA team again ... 'cause the 5-time champ says his playing days are OVER -- despite rumors of a comeback.

There were reports the 42-year-old was making a serious push to get back in the league back in the summer. Fish also posted impressive basketball training videos with the hashtag "Imnotdoneyet."

So, when we saw Derek and his family serving up food to the needy at the L.A. Mission Wednesday, we asked him to give the truth on the situation ... and it sounds like he's really done for good.

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I STILL GOT IT

Akon Worried About Kanye ... Keeping My Eye On 'Kardashian Kurse'

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TYGA IS THE TRUE TELL

Kanye West was bound to end up in a hospital ... IF you buy into the long rumored Kardashian curse supposedly haunting all the men in that family, and Akon might be a believer.

Akon was talking about Kanye's breakdown when our photog jokingly asked him if he puts any stock in the alleged curse. Akon's take is very interesting, complete with African proverbs.

Take a look ... especially if your name is Tyga.

Mariah Carey B.S. James Packer Didn't Want to Be on My Reality Show

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James Packer now claims he was bullied by ex-fiancee Mariah Carey into participating in her reality show, but we obtained video that makes it clear ... the yacht owner was fully on board, sources connected to Mariah tell TMZ.

Our sources say James has now asked producers to scrub him from the series. We're told he's even asked to see proof he signed the appropriate releases, and turns out he did not. So, James may actually have a solid argument that his mug should not be shown on the program.

But, as far as Packer being an unwilling participant ... check out the video we got, shot in Capri a few months back, before the engagement blew up. He clearly sees the cameras rolling, and is fully down with the drill.

J Lo and Marc Anthony A Kiss is Not Always Just a Kiss (UPDATE)

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8:00 AM PT -- Sources connected with the exes -- who were there last night -- tell us "the kiss" was peer pressure fueled. We're told Marc and Jennifer only did it because the crowd was chanting "beso," and it would've been awkward if they didn't.

Nothing romantic, we're told. Purely crowd-pleasing.

Marc Anthony planted one on ex-wife Jennifer Lopez Thursday night at the Latin Grammys.

Marc won Person of the Year at the Vegas shindig. Before he was honored J Lo came out and the 2 performed their duet, "Olvidame y Pega la Vuelta."

Let's not forget he's remarried -- but during his speech, in what seems to have been damage control, Marc expressed his love for J Lo ... as a sister! (For non-Spanish speakers it starts at 17 seconds).

Take a look Jennifer's expression.

Marc's now posting multiple shots of him planting one on his bros last night. Seems like he's trying to make a point about casually kissing lots of people.

Tell it to the missus, Marc.