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Late Migos rapper Takeoff's alleged murderer, Patrick Xavier Clark, is making moves to examine evidence, including the supposed bullets from his fatal shooting ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Clark wants permission to review certain items in the Houston Police Department's possession.

Patrick said he wants an independent expert to examine the evidence to help build his defense ahead of trial, which is scheduled for November. 

Demi Lovato's ex-fiancé Max Ehrich was arrested for possession of nitrous oxide ... and police busted him in a shopping center in Florida … TMZ has learned.

We obtained the arrest affidavit, which says Max was booked on August 25 ... cops say the former child actor called 911 but hung up after the call connected.

According to the docs, cops drove out to the scene and found Max in the bushes next to a plastic bag containing a large container of Nitrous Oxide E942 labeled "Max Cream Charger." The report said Max seemed "dazed and showed a lack of balance when standing."

Floyd Mayweather's daughter, Iyanna 'Yaya' Mayweather, was ordered to pay the woman she stabbed in a fight over NBA YoungBoy more than $50 million in damages ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a Texas judge awarded Lapattra Jacobs a whopping $40,105,000 in compensatory damages and an additional $10 million in exemplary damages, which are similar to punitive damages.

The breakdown was listed as past damages of over $8 million for past medical expenses, pain and suffering, physical impairment, loss of earning capacity, and disfigurement ... and another $32 million for future damages in these categories. 

On top of this, the court tacked on another $10 million in exemplary damages after finding Mayweather's conduct involved "an extreme degree of risk" and "constituted aggravated assault involving the use of a deadly weapon."

Tupac Shakur's convicted murder mastermind Duane "Keffe D" Davis was apparently troublesome behind bars, collecting a slew of serious alleged violations before the murder trial ... and some of them involve violence.

TMZ obtained records detailing all of Davis' alleged bad behavior while incarcerated at the Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas from the time he was first arrested and booked on September 29, 2023 all the way through the start of the trial.

According to the documents ... in December 2025, Davis was being escorted back to his cell by a corrections officer after visiting with a loved one when he got into a brawl with another inmate in the dayroom. The docs say Davis and the other inmate engaged in mutual combat, grappling with each other and throwing punches.

Zach Hickerson is speaking out for the first time since his arrest following that wild South Carolina bar fight ... and he says rumors surrounding Hayden Panettiere's death are fueling attacks on him and his brother.

Zach was spotted after being released from jail in Greenville, where he made it clear he's frustrated by what he says is misinformation spreading online.

When asked what happened during the bar brawl, Zach wasn't interested in getting into the details ... though he did, however, unload about the reaction he and his brother Brian Hickerson have been getting.

Kroy Biermann apparently still has an old gambling tab hanging over his head ... and now a judge says it's time to pay up.

The former NFL player has been ordered to cough up more than $64,000 stemming from a 2021 gambling trip to the Bahamas, according to an Us Weekly report.

The outlet says Sky Warrior -- the company that handles credit lines at Baha Mar Casino -- won a $52,500 judgment against Kroy, plus nearly $12,000 in legal fees and costs. The case was moved to Georgia, where Kroy was reportedly served late last month.

The lone holdout juror who helped force a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy's murder case is getting some serious financial backing ... with a fundraiser supporting him already pulling in tens of thousands of dollars.

A GiveSendGo titled "Stand With the Juror" has raised over $70,000 toward a $100,000 goal as of Sunday afternoon ... with organizers saying the money is intended to cover the juror's security, attorneys and lost wages if he faces fallout over his role in the mistrial.

The fundraiser fiercely defends the unidentified juror who refused to join the other 11 in finding Clancy not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility in the deaths of her three children.

Kroy Biermann and girlfriend Jillian Green are keeping the faith amid plenty of family drama ... attending church together in Alpharetta.

The former NFL linebacker and Jillian were photographed leaving services Sunday ... taking their relationship from the hiking trail to the church pews.

Check out the pics -- Kroy and Jillian appear relaxed as they chat in the parking lot before heading toward their car.

Steve McBee Sr. is back home and back with his family after spending months behind bars ... and the 'McBee Dynasty' patriarch is making it clear he’s appreciating the little things.

Steve shared his first public message following his release Saturday, posting a video from his return to the family farm in Gallatin, Missouri. The reality star expressed gratitude for being home and for the blessings in his life.

His return has been an emotional one for the McBee family. Steve’s son, Steven McBee Jr., celebrated his dad’s release online, while another son, Cole McBee, shared a photo of Steve meeting his newest granddaughter, Tate, who was born while he was incarcerated.

Pretty Ricky member Spectacular Smith is being sued by an Arizona woman who claims he messaged her on Instagram to meet up before sexually assaulting her.

According to a new lawsuit obtained TMZ, a woman named Alexis Dieng filed a complaint against the rapper in August, alleging he contacted her in October of last year requesting recommendations for restaurants. Dieng claims Smith then cultivated her trust and arranged to meet her in person.

According to the suit, Smith provided Dieng with an initial meeting location but then changed the meet-up place to a residence in Maricopa County ... where she says she eventually arrived by herself around 10:30 PM the next day.

Dieng claims Smith initiated physical contact with her and then engaged in sexual intercourse with her without her consent.

1:25 PM -- Charleston White's rep denies the accusations made against him and tells TMZ that he was "violently attacked by the plaintiff" and that the alleged incident left him with a bloody nose.

They wrote, "As the situation appeared to calm down, Mr. White decided to remain at the residence for the night rather than leave, as he was unable to secure all of his personal belongings at the hour. They stayed in separate areas of the house for the rest of the night."

White says that after police showed up the following morning, the plaintiff alleged that he attacked her, something he has denied. His legal team also disputes that he stole her cell phone -- they say she threw it into the pool -- and that a door was damaged -- they say it was already in that condition.

White has been arrested for battery in Florida ... TMZ has learned.

The 49-year-old jokester -- who boasts more than 250,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel -- was arrested by the Hollywood Police Department on Saturday ... according to jail records TMZ obtained.

White was then booked into Broward County jail on a Touch Or Strike/Battery charge, which is a misdemeanor ... arrest records show.

NeNe Leakes says Kim Zolciak is not okay as Kim’s son, Kroy Biermann Jr., faces serious sexual assault allegations.

NeNe appeared on the "Big Tigger Morning Show" Friday and said she recently reached out to Kim to check on her and see how she was handling KJ's legal troubles. "I know that's a tough time and I know she's not okay," NeNe said, noting she wanted to make sure Kim was holding up.

NeNe and Kim famously feuded during their time on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," but are currently on good terms and friendly with each other.

Lil Durk's father, Big Durk, is celebrating his son's courtroom victory ... telling TMZ it's an incredible moment for the entire family.

Big Durk spoke with our cameras outside court Friday in downtown Los Angeles just minutes after a jury found Lil Durk not guilty on all five charges in his federal murder-for-hire case.

He tells TMZ he's "bursting with joy" and can barely contain his happiness ... adding the entire family is on a "high" following the verdict.

Nick Reiner won't be blowing out any birthday candles behind bars ... as authorities say he'll be treated just like every other inmate ... meaning no perks -- and no presents.

Nick -- who is accused of brutally murdering filmmaker father Rob Reiner and producer mother, Michele Singer Reiner -- will have no extra privileges Monday, which is when the accused killer turns 33.

"Birthdays are treated like every other day, no special treatment from LASD," a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department representative told Page Six.

Steve Burton claims his ex-wife, Sheree Gustin, is playing games over custody of their daughter Brooklyn … and says she slammed his new wife in front of their daughter ... TMZ has learned.

In court docs obtained by TMZ, Steve says Sheree told Brooklyn that his new wife and stepdaughters are "not family," deleted messages from the stepsisters, and has "told Brooklyn that Steve and his wife are 'brainwashing' her, conduct that has caused Brooklyn to whisper during calls and delete her own messages out of fear of her mother's reaction."

Steve claims Sheree’s "affair and pregnancy outside the marriage" was the cause of their divorce … but says Sheree nevertheless still continues to hold significant anger toward his new wife.

Jax Taylor presented evidence in court to back up his claims that his estranged wife, Brittany Cartwright, is costing him business deals by running around telling lies about him ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ obtained an email Jax submitted in court as part of his effort to obtain a permanent restraining order against Brittany.

In a declaration, Jax claimed Brittany has made his life hell since their split … and has been contacting some of his business partners to get him terminated or the deal canceled.

Jax submitted one alleged email, dated August 17, 2026, with the subject line of “Jax X Carpe Collaboration Overview.” He said it was proof that Brittany’s public statements about him being an abuser.