NASCAR Driver Gunning to Race 'Blackfish' Car ... At Talladega
ARCA could go ORCA at the Talladega Superspeedway ... because one of the drivers is trying to raise $115k to get behind the wheel of a "Blackfish" car at a race in May ... TMZ Sports has learned.
We spoke to Leilani Munter -- one of the Top 10 female drivers in the world -- who tells us she was so moved by the documentary, she wants to do everything in her power to spread awareness about the plight of killer whales in captivity.
"I believe that it is a crime for these magnificent, intelligent, and socially complex creatures to be forced to live in tiny concrete tanks," Leilani says.
And her first order of business is wrapping a car in a custom "Blackfish" design to race at an ARCA event at Talladega Superspeedway on May 3rd. The only catch -- it's expensive.
Leilani tells TMZ Sports she needs to raise $115k for the cost of the car so she can enter the race ... which she's doing in part with the Oceanic Preservation Society, the people behind the documentary, "The Cove."
"The car represents more than just a race car," Leilani says ... "It represents awareness. I absolutely want to win."
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Joanna Krupa Sorry Dalai Lama ... You're No Jesus!
Joanna Krupa says the only reason the Dalai Lama didn't change her life is because -- despite anything you've seen her do and say -- she's "All about Jesus."
JK was leaving Sur restaurant last night when she tried to explain why she dissed Dalai last month ... by professing her love for JC, but made a major slip up in the process.
Joanna attempts to say she can't wait to see the new movie, "Son of God" -- but you gotta hear how it comes out of her mouth.
Someone needs to get to Bible study ... stat.
Movie Trailer Voice Legend Dead at 89 In a World ...
In a world ... where one man ... voices THOUSANDS of the world's most recognizable movie trailers -- it's really really sad when that guy passes away.
Hal Douglas -- the gravelly voice behind trailers for movies like "Philadelphia," "Forrest Gump," "Meet the Parents," "Lethal Weapon," and way way more -- died Friday due to complications from pancreatic cancer ... his daughter said.
Douglas passed away at his home in Lovettsville, Va. He was 89.
In addition to his daughter, Douglas is survived by his wife Ruth and and two sons from a previous marriage.
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Olivier Martinez Halle Berry's Still Wrapped Around My Finger
Halle Berry's husband Olivier Martinez hasn't given up on his marriage -- despite rumors the couple has separated -- venturing out in L.A. last night ... with his wedding ring still sitting snug on his finger.
There are reports Halle and Olivier are on the outs -- having drifted apart because of their hectic work schedules -- and are now living separate lives. Halle even appeared at a post-Oscars party on March 2nd, alone without her wedding ring. They haven't been seen together in public since December.
But it's clear -- Olivier hasn't quit ... at least, on keeping up appearances.
Halle and Olivier were married in July 2013 and have one son together (born last October).
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'When Harry Met Sally' Deli Sues To Stop Knock-Off Orgasms
The NYC Deli where Meg Ryan faked an orgasm is coming after an impostor in court ... claiming it's the only deli that can trade on phantom gratification.
Katz's Deli -- one of the most famous in New York -- claims Katz & Dogz -- a food truck that touts its Reuben Orgasm -- is jacking its act by creating an orgasmic theme.
Katz claims in its lawsuit ... it's become an icon of NYC as a result of "When Harry Met Sally." In fact, the lawsuit touts that customers line up to sit at the Sally table to fake their own ... which probably makes lunch really annoying.
They even make groaners in laying claim to the franchise. There's a placard on the table that says, "Where Harry met Sally ... Hope you have what she had!"
So Katz is indignant that a cheap, 4-wheeled imitation is trading on its name and rich history.
Katz wants the food truck permanently garaged. They also want all the money from those delicious -- though undoubtedly greasy -- Reuben Orgasms.
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Alec Baldwin I Got QB Advice from Joe Montana ... Don't Lift Weights!
Alec Baldwin can fire the hell out of a football ... and there's a good reason why -- he once got QB advice from Joe Montana.
Baldwin was hangin' out in NYC today when someone broke out a football -- and Alec proved he's got a cannon for a right arm.
The footage is pretty impressive -- Alec hits his receiver in stride, runs a play-action pass with a moving car ... and then dishes out QB advice to one of the guys on the street.
But the most interesting part ... Alec tells a story about when he met Joe Montana and the 49ers legend explained that he never lifted weights during his playing days because he didn't want the muscles to screw with his throwing motion.
At one point Alec says, "I don't think he would bulls**t me."
Check out the clip -- you might learn something.
Brian Grazer I'm the Blackest White Man in Hollywood
Screw his Oscar, the award Hollywood mogul Brian Grazer is most proud of is -- HIS BLACK CARD ... and he's not afraid to tell us why he's more than earned it.
Grazer was talking about the James Brown bio pic he just finished making when he name dropped a bunch of African-American superstars he worked with and then declared, "I'm very hip ... I'm Black!"
Jay Z, Denzel Washington, and Eminem (yes, he counts) are all on his resume. So, we gotta ask ...
Dan Cortese Breaks Huge 'Rock N' Jock' News ... Disses Justin Bieber
Dan Cortese and Bill Bellamy are BRINGING "ROCK N' JOCK" BACK ... well, at least that's the plan according to Dan.
TMZ Sports spoke with the former MTV star who tells us he and Bill Bellamy are officially trying to get the franchise back on the air ... but Dan says there's just one catch.
FYI -- RNJ was HUUUGE back in the day ... with Dan and Bill scoring big stars like George Clooney to mix with music stars, athletes and other celebs for A-list softball, basketball and even football games.
So, which stars are Dan and Bill hoping to land for the show this time around?
Watch the clip -- it ain't Justin Bieber ... that's for damn sure.
Chris Pine Busted for DUI In Kiwi Country
Chris Pine was popped for DUI after blowing through a sobriety checkpoint and then allegedly blowing a .08.
Pine had been partying at a bar in New Zealand with some fellow actors and his girlfriend, beauty queen Iris Bjork Johannesdottir.
Law enforcement tells TMZ ... he caught their eye after driving through the checkpoint. Officers then made him stop and Chris reportedly blew a .08 ... the minimum for being legally drunk.
The incident occurred on March 1st. He must appear in court on Monday, and if he doesn't the judge will issue an arrest warrant.
Chris was his usual charming self ... very polite and "easy to deal with."
As for what he was doing in the bar ... beer. Maybe it was a game --- say the name of your GF 3 times really fast.
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'Half Baked' Star My Ex-Neighbor Mailed Condoms To My Underage Daughters
"Half Baked" star Jim Breuer's ex-neighbor is now facing felony stalking charges -- after allegedly mailing a box of condoms to the actor's Jersey house ... in a perverted joke involving Jim's underage daughters.
Sources close to Jim tell TMZ, the actor's been having problems with Giuseppe Ionfrida for a couple years ... but it got particularly twisted back in December.
We're told Ionfrida allegedly left extremely creepy comments on a YouTube video about Jim, such as ... "How's your three pretty daughters doing ;)" Days later, Jim claims Ionfrida shipped him a box of condoms.
We're told Jim called police in early January, and Ionfrida was arrested on felony stalking charges.
We spoke to Ionfrida who told us he denies leaving the YouTube comments about Jim and his daughters. He did say he doesn't like his kids hanging around Jim -- which is an issue since their kids are friends.
We reached out to Breuer ... he had no comment.
Ionfrida has a hearing Wednesday on the stalking charges... and is prohibited from contacting Jim and his family as a condition of bail.
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Gerry in 'Heavyweights' 'MEMBA HIM?!
Aaron Schwartz is best known for playing the fat-camp-kid Gerald "Gerry" Garner -- opposite Ben Stiller -- in the 1995 "Camp Hope" comedy "Heavyweights." Guess what he looks like now!
More 'Memba Thems!
Howard Stern Wack Packer Screams 'Penis' On Live TV Gets a Ticket
A well-known Howard Stern superfan got into big trouble with police Monday in NYC -- after "Booey bombing" a live newscast in Union Square ... and the footage is pretty hilarious.
Kemberly Richardson was doing a live shot for WABC when the fan -- who goes by the name Joey Boots -- jumped behind her, screaming, "Baba Booey! Baba Booey! Howard Stern's penis!"
Producers immediately cut away -- but the action didn't end ... Joey recorded the reactions of Kemberly and her cameraman afterward. The cameraman goes OFF.
Joey says he was later ticketed by cops for disorderly conduct.
The cost of doing business.
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Schwarzenegger's Love Child Jacked Out in a Speedo ... Just Like Dad
Like father, like son -- Arnold Schwarzenegger's 16-year-old love child is already showing off his genetic superiority in a Speedo ... kicking ass at his high school swim meet this weekend.
Joseph Baena stripped down to his skivvies Sunday to represent his Bakersfield high school swim team -- swimming butterfly no less -- and his mom Mildred was right there on the deck cheering him on.
Joseph's been busy the last couple months -- as we reported, he just got his driver's license in January.
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Jennifer Lopez RADIO REVENGE On Ben Affleck and Diddy
Jennifer Lopez let her two most famous exes have it on the radio recently -- HARD -- and it's hilarious.
J.Lo stopped by Big Boy in the Morning in L.A. Friday -- and Big Boy asked her a fantastic question ... if she were floating on a raft in the ocean -- a raft that only fit 2 -- and came across Diddy and Ben Affleck, which one would she save?
We won't give away what she said -- but suffice it to say, Big Boy completely lost it when she answered.
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Lindsay Lohan 2 + LiLo = 3 Broke Girls
Lindsay Lohan is determined to tell the world -- she's still wanted.
Lindsay was out on the Sunset Strip Monday ... pretending to shield herself with a "2 Broke Girls" script.
Lindsay was leaving her favorite haunt -- the Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood.
Hey ... it's definitely a step up from "The Canyons."
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'Son of God' Actor Faces Hellish Future As The Devil
The actor who stars as Jesus in the movie "Son of God" is going to hell for his next role ... he was just cast as THE DEVIL in a new TV show ... and his faithful Christian fans may not be forgiving.
Diogo Morgado -- aka "hot Jesus" -- has been cast as the ultimate bad guy in a new CW show, "The Messengers" ... although the network's mum on the new hire.
Production sources tell us Morgado will be playing a Devil-like character ... but the exact nature of the role is being kept on the DL because "Son of God" filmmakers fear the Christian faithfuls who are also prospective moviegoers may rise in protest. But, TMZ knows he's Satan-adjacent.
No, it has nothing to do with professional courtesy.