Movie Stars

Judson Mills -- longtime friend and former costar of Chuck Norris -- is shedding light on the man behind the myths ... revealing the action legend didn't just tolerate the wild stories about him, he actually loved them.

We caught up with Mills, who starred alongside Norris for years on "Walker, Texas Ranger." Reflecting on their time together, Judson described Chuck as a "legend," "icon," and "mythical creature."

According to Mills, all those wild Chuck Norris tales and internet-fueled myths were adored by the late legend and “he was super along for the ride.”

Blake Lively may have shocked some when she stepped on the Met Gala red carpet last night ... but the actress being there wasn't a last-minute decision.

A Blake insider tells TMZ ... despite her attendance at the Gala turning heads since earlier in the day, her massive legal battle with Justin Baldoni was finally settled ... her presence had been planned for weeks, as she was an invited guest by Anna Wintour.

We’re told … the 11th-hour settlement was irrelevant -- BL was going to the Met -- no matter if there was a settlement, or the trial was still on the horizon.

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Blake Lively went in like a lion when she sued Justin Baldoni, but she went out like a lamb ... because TMZ has learned she got no money in the settlement.

Sources with knowledge tell TMZ ... there was a lot of behind-the-scenes drama in the Lively camp in the days before a settlement was reached. We're told Blake brought in a new law firm -- Sussman Godfrey. The firm is a litigation powerhouse ... among their legal victories -- a $425 million verdict against Google, a $1.6 billion judgment against the Baha Mar casino resort, and a $1.5 billion in an A.I. copyright settlement.

It would seem the point of bringing the firm in would be to litigate the case, but the opposite happened. The settlement statement did not even include an apology from Justin.

Michael Lohan is experiencing mounting health issues ... 'cause TMZ has learned he had a major scare after undergoing a heart surgery.

Lindsay's dad tells TMZ ... he had just had a stent placed in his heart after he had been feeling extremely lethargic and was experiencing shortness of breath for weeks. Just as he thought he was in the clear, he immediately had another medical scare.

Michael tells us this entire ordeal started a couple of weeks ago when he was folding clothes and passed out in his house. After a series of tests, doctors discovered a blockage in his heart which required a stent.

Homes? Where Christopher Lloyd is going, he doesn't need homes! At least not homes in Santa Barbara ... because he sold his pad for over $5 million.

The "Back to the Future" star and his wife, Lisa, unloaded their ocean-view stunner for a cool $5,427,000 ... a little over 8 months after putting it on the market.

Christopher's place is 2,880 square feet with 3 bedrooms and sweeping views of the Pacific. It's got all the bells and whistles after a recent remodel ... and there's a detached 1-bedroom guest suite with its own living room/office.

Sorry, no plutonium here ... or anywhere else for that matter. Guess Doc got that one wrong.

Christopher said the home was a special place and a sanctuary for him and his wife ... but now they're moving on to the next chapter. Their future hasn't been written yet -- no one's has.

Orlando Bloom had the rumor mill going big time ... 'cause he was photographed in the Big Apple with influencer Meredith Duxbury!

Peep the pics -- the 49-year-old rolled up to Sabrina Carpenter and Madonna's Met Gala after-party Monday alongside the 27-year-old makeup star.

Now, there was no hand-holding, no PDA -- nothing indicating that they were even there together -- but people were def talking.

But TMZ has learned nothing's actually going on here.

A source tells us ... Orlando was with Luisa Laemmel last night. They say he doesn't know Meredith and was likely just walking in around the same time.

The Met Gala 2026 carpet brought the glam … and then it brought the "Wait, WTF is that?!" Because for every jaw-dropping slay, there was a look that had us at a loss for words in a totally different way.

Some stars nailed the theme at The Metropolitan Museum of Art Monday night … others left us confused -- from Jordan Roth and Heidi Klum to Gwendoline Christie and Olivia Wilde.

Either way, they got our attention -- and honestly, that's the whole point. These are the looks that didn't just turn heads ... they had Joan Rivers rolling in her grave.

The Met Gala might not have an official end time ... but these stars knew when it was time to pack up and head out to the after-party.

Big-time stars left The Metropolitan Museum of Art Monday night and headed for a couple parties thrown by major brands ... celebs like Hailey Bieber, Tessa Thompson, and Charli XCX kept the vibes high at the Saint Laurent after-party at People's Bar in Manhattan.

These stars didn't need to change into comfy clothes and head to bed -- though Charli certainly sported a stripped down look ... and neither did other attendees like Camila Mendes, Marcello Hernandez, Kendall Jenner, and more.

Blue Ivy Carter and Sunday Rose Kidman Urban turned the Met Gala into a little bit of a rule-bending family affair ... and fashion's biggest night didn't seem mad about it.

The 2026 carpet was supposed to be strictly 18-plus -- a rule that's been in place since 2018 -- but somehow, these two high-profile teens slipped past the velvet rope ... and did it in serious style!

Leading the charge was 14-year-old Blue Ivy, who made her official Met Gala debut alongside her superstar parents, Beyoncé and Jay-Z. Blue didn't just show up ... she showed out, rocking a cream strapless Balenciaga gown, plus gold heels, diamonds and a cropped bomber jacket draped off her shoulders like she's been doing this for years.

Let's not kid ourselves ... 14-year-olds aren't supposed to touch this carpet. The 18-and-up rule is simple, unless you have a workaround ... show up with A-list parents. And for Blue, one of them was basically running the whole thing.

The Met Gala red carpet is officially on and the early arrivals are already going full main character.

The Carters are in the house ... Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Blue Ivy made the gala a family affair ... and they look stunning.

Sabrina Carpenter arrived wearing all black in Hollywood glam. Gigi Hadid showed up in a sheer, dark gray gown as she shows off her bare back and bum while glistening in the carpet lighting. Amanda Seyfried and Connor Storrie also made their respected cameos. Amanda in a blush pink, floor-length maxi dress paired with a dazzling necklace to brighten the look. Connor making his Met Gala debut in an all-black moment, serving up some shoulders with a polka-dotted halter top that trails behind as he takes his first steps.

Madonna arrived wearing a dramatic pirate inspired hat and a brass trumpet, accompanied by women in sheer blindfolds who highlight her look.

Earlier on ... Cara Delevingne, Bill Skarsgård, and Lauren Sánchez Bezos were some of the first to arrive. Cara stunned in a sleek black gown with a sheer, trailing back that turned the museum steps into her runway, while Skarsgård brought his signature edge to the carpet, wearing a suit with a double-breasted trench coat. Sánchez Bezos showed up in a strapless navy gown dripping with jeweled shoulder details.

Inside fashion's biggest night, stars are dressing to the dress code "Fashion Is Art" -- the theme is "Costume Art" -- celebrating the Met's "Costume Art" exhibition.

Samuel Monroe Jr.'s medical battle isn't over ... but for the first time in weeks, there are some signs of hope.

The "Menace II Society" actor -- who's been fighting for his life in an L.A. hospital -- is suddenly showing meaningful improvements amid a brutal health crisis that had his family fearing the worst.

Shawna Stewart, Samuel's wife, tells TMZ ... as of Sunday, doctors were able to stop the dialysis ... because his kidneys are tremendously improving. The doctors were also able to stop blood pressure medication, thanks to his levels finally looking better.

Jonathan Tiersten -- the actor best known for his role in the '80's horror classic "Sleepaway Camp," has died, TMZ has learned.

Tiersten passed away last week at his home in New Jersey, according to his brother, William Tiersten. William tells us the medical examiner is investigating Jonathan's cause of death.

In 1983, Jonathan landed his first film gig with the biggest role of his acting career, playing Ricky Thomas in "Sleepaway Camp." He also appeared in two out of the 4 sequels: "Return to Sleepaway Camp" and "Sleepaway Camp IV: The Survivor."

It's the first Monday in May, so that means the Met Gala is here ... Hollywood is descending on the Metropolitan Museum of Art in some head-turning outfits!!!

Check out the stars as they depart their hotels before making their arrivals at the Metropolitan Museum of Art ... this year's theme is "Costume Art" and the dress code is "Fashion is Art."

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour are among this year's co-chairs.

Timothée Chalamet is trading the Met Gala for The Mecca of Basketball.

The A-Lister is sitting courtside at an important playoff game for his favorite NBA team instead of accompanying his "partner of three years" Kylie Jenner to the biggest night in fashion.

Timmy is a huge New York Knicks fan ... and he's front and center at halfcourt watching the home team play the visiting Philadelphia 76ers in the first game of their playoff series.

Blake Lively is getting real colorful to celebrate the end of her "It Ends With Us" legal battle with Justin Baldoni.

The actress hit the Met Gala red carpet Monday night looking anything but stressed ... rocking a long, pastel gown that screamed springtime fantasy. The dress, with a dreamy blend of pinks and blues, gave off straight up cotton candy energy. Playful, light, and yes downright jovial ... a noticeable shift considering the drama she's been dealing with.

We broke the story ... Blake and Justin officially agreed to a settlement in their bitter "It Ends With Us" legal battle earlier in the day Monday ... pulling the plug just weeks before things were set to explode in court.