'RHOA' Star Peter Thomas Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison ... After Pleading Guilty in Tax Case

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Peter Thomas joins the growing list of reality star stars to get hit with jail time ... we've learned the "Real Housewives of Atlanta" alum has been hit with a sentence of a year and a half in prison.

A rep for the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of North Carolina tells TMZ ... the Bravo personality, who appeared on 'RHOA' alongside then-wife Cynthia Bailey, has been sentenced to 18 months behind bars after pleading guilty to failing to pay his taxes.

Following this sentence, Peter will have 2 years of supervised release. Peter has also been ordered to pay $2.5 million in restitution to the IRS.

Ethan Slater Ex-Wife Reflects on Public Split ... 'Lifetime of Sweetness' Despite Divorce

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Ethan Slater's ex-wife's diving into the end of her marriage ... not by taking shots at Ethan or Ariana Grande -- but instead, by apologizing to her therapy patients for no longer living an anonymous life.

Lilly Jay -- a clinical psychologist, and high school sweetheart of Broadway star Slater -- wrote an essay, published on The Cut Thursday, all about the public nature of her split.

In the essay, Lilly's lamenting she's now a spectacle in the public eye despite being in a profession where patients are better helped by not acknowledging their therapist's personal life.

Taylor Swift Erasing Existence of Ex Joe Alwyn?!? Fans Fuel New Theory After BTS Video

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Swifties are convinced Taylor Swift is trying to shake off her past romance with Joe Alwyn ... by erasing all evidence of the actor from a recently released behind-the-scenes video.

The singer's team dropped a number of BTS clips on her YouTube page in honor of her 35th birthday. The uploads featured Swift on a couple of her music video sets, including "Anti-Hero" and "Bejeweled," where she served as both the star and director.

Yet, it wasn't the Grammy winner's directing skills that had Swifties' tongues waggin' ... as one scene appeared noticeably edited -- seemingly as an effort to keep Alwyn from popping up in the footage.

Offset To Cardi B Get 🍆 Off Ya Mind & Drop Album ... Cardi: Suck It & Sign Divorce Papers!!!

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Whatever truce Cardi B and Offset drummed up for his birthday weekend last week is out the window now ... the unhappily married rap stars decided to go at each other's throats on Wednesday!!!

Offset set it off on X, accusing Cardi of spinning narratives for her Bardi Gang fanbase as if she's some super-hoe who's been victimized by her bitter divorce.

Just like he did at the top of the year, Offset urged Cardi to focus on releasing her long-delayed sophomore album and not another guy's schlong.

Bianca Censori In Kim Copycat Mode Sexy Leather Cover-Up!!!

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Bianca Censori's a woman of few words -- and few clothes -- but when she does decide to cover up, she’s clearly taking some style notes from Kim Kardashian's playbook.

Check out these pics ... Bianca was strutting around L.A. Monday in a sultry leather coat, cinched at the waist to flaunt those curves -- definitely channeling a classic move by her man Kanye West's ex-wife.

Bianca was in full glam mode -- cruising through L.A. in sky-high stilettos, slicked-back hair, and shades on, even though it was dark outside.

Cardi B Throwing It Back at Club ... Same Venue as Offset

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Cardi B's throwing around those "bongos" like there's no tomorrow ... twerking while a foot off the ground at a club -- and. it looks like her estranged husband was just a few feet away.

The rapper posted a video from this weekend to her IG story ... jumping up on a railing a few feet off the ground and hanging down while gyrating to the music.

Her long, platinum blonde locks are doing little to cover her backside ... and, the see-through bodysuit she's wearing is hugging her tight too.

Pete Davidson Over Being Defined By His Relationships ... Feels Like a 'F***ing Loser'

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Pete Davidson is over being best known for his high-profile relationships ... revealing he hopes to be seen for his work moving forward.

The comedian made the plea in a new interview with W Magazine, where he reflected on his hardships over the years ... including his various well-documented breakups.

As he put it ... he "got hit on the face with the Hollywood shovel," but assured fans that he was in a better place mentally after taking somewhat of a step back from the limelight.

'Vanderpump Rules' James Kennedy's Exes Sound Off on DV Arrest ... 'Finally'

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James Kennedy's exes are reacting to his legal woes ... sharing blunt messages in the aftermath of the "Vanderpump Rules" star's recent domestic violence arrest.

After TMZ broke the story ... in which we revealed James was arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence after allegedly getting into an argument with a woman Tuesday evening ... his ex-girlfriend, Kristen Doute, addressed the news head-on in her Instagram Stories.

Alongside our story regarding James' arrest, Kristen wrote one word ... "Finally."

Karrueche Tran Sun's Out, Buns Out ... Rocks Itty-Bitty Bikini in Mexico!!!

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Karrueche Tran has escaped the cold weather for some fun in the sun ... hitting up Cancun, Mexico in an itty-bitty bikini ahead of the holidays.

Check it out ... the actress donned a colorful 2-piece swimsuit that perfectly showed off her fit frame ... including her round rump. Karrueche appeared to be busy on her phone, keeping it on hand for most of her time relaxing in the cabana on the net lounger.

Karrueche was notably single for her Mexican getaway ... months after she found herself in the middle of ex Chris Brown's beef with Quavo.

Sam Asghari Brooke Irvine Hard Launches Relationship on IG Loved Up Beach Snaps!!!

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Sam Asghari looks committed to Brooke Irvine ... 'cause she's posted several pics of the two together -- and, they're looking loved up on vacay!

The realtor -- who is private on Instagram -- has posted a few photos of the two on vacation in recent days ... including one yesterday where Brooke, clad in baby blue workout gear leaped onto Sam's shirtless chest on a beautiful sandy beach.

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Britney Spears' ex-hubby and Brooke are nose to nose in the pics ... and, though not locking lips, the two look ready to finish off their picturesque embrace with a smooch.

Shawn Mendes My Bad, Sabrina & Camila!!! Appears to Address Love Triangle

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Shawn Mendes is feeling guilty about his past love triangle with exes Sabrina Carpenter and Camila Cabello ... seemingly addressing the drama for the first time.

The singer appeared to weigh in on the messy romantic situation in a sneak peek from John Mayer's upcoming SiriusXM show, "How's Life," which is set to drop a new episode Thursday.

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In the clip, Shawn admitted to being with "someone" when he decided to reconnect with an ex ... though, he recalled he didn't give the paramour too much time to process the news.

MEGAN FOX FRIENDS WANT HER TO BE DONE WITH MGK FOR GOOD!!!

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Megan Fox's turbulent relationship with Machine Gun Kelly continues to raise concerns among her inner circle ... because TMZ has learned they believe the rapper turned rock star is a toxic influence on her well-being, and think things will never change.

Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ … Megan's close circle has strongly advised her to move on once and for all, noting the damaging effects her on-again-off-again relationship with MGK is having on her amid her pregnancy with his child. Our sources say the continuous cycle of breaking up and reconciling with him is only deepening her distress.

We’re told her close friends have voiced concerns repeatedly over time that he's not good for her health, and have urged her not to go back to him this time.

Chelsea Lazkani 'Selling Sunset' Star Officially Single!!! Judge Signs Off on End of Marriage

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3:55 PM PT -- A judge has signed off on the termination of the union, and their status of being officially single is finalized.

"Selling Sunset" star Chelsea Lazkani may be heading into the holidays a single woman ... if a judge signs off.

In new California court documents obtained by TMZ ... the real estate agent and her estranged husband, Jeff Lazkani, made it clear they were in agreement on being declared single by the court while they continue to work out their divorce settlement.

The estranged couple filed docs Monday and are set to appear before a judge later on Tuesday ... indicating they're one John Hancock away from putting their marriage behind them.

Megan Fox, Machine Gun Kelly BREAK UP!!! Weeks After Pregnancy Reveal

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Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly have split just months before the arrival of their baby, TMZ has learned.

Sources tell TMZ ... Megan and MGK ended things over Thanksgiving weekend while they were together in Vail, Colorado.

We’re told the reason for their split is that Megan found material on MGK’s phone that was upsetting, and it made her want him to leave the trip early.

Influencer Breckie Hill Denies Barry Keoghan Affair ... 'Never Encountered This Man'

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Breckie Hill would "Please, Please, Please" like fans to know she did not break up Barry Keoghan and Sabrina Carpenter ... even though a growing Internet rumor suggested otherwise.

The influencer, who had been noticeably silent amid the continued online gossip, finally addressed the report she and the Irish actor hooked up ... leading to his split from the pop star.

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In a video posted to TikTok, Breckie said she hadn't weighed in on the untrue claim as she's been in the hospital after “getting into a skiing accident."

Demi Moore Bruce Is In a 'Very Stable Place' ... Amid Ongoing Dementia Battle

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Demi Moore has given a heartwarming update on ex-husband Bruce Willis' dementia battle ... announcing the actor is doing well in the year-plus since his family revealed his diagnosis.

The actress opened up about her ex's condition during a recent sit-down with CNN, where she confirmed the action star was "in a very stable place at the moment."

She added ... "And I’ve shared this before, but I really mean this so sincerely. It’s so important for anybody who’s dealing with this to really meet them where they’re at, and from that place, there is such loving and joy."