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American actress Aviva Baumann was in her early 20s when she played Nicola -- the popular and confident high school gal -- in the comedy/teen film "Superbad" back in 2007.

Baumann hit the big screen with Hollywood icons like Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen, and Emma Stone!

Tommy Lee Jones' daughter, Victoria, was found dead at a California hotel on New Year's Day ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us Victoria was discovered inside the swanky Fairmont San Francisco early Thursday morning.

A spokesperson for the San Francisco Fire Department tells TMZ ... SFFD units responded to the hotel for a reported medical emergency at 2:52 AM. Upon arrival, paramedics conducted an assessment and the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.

We're told the scene was turned over to the San Francisco Police Department and the Medical Examiner's Office for further investigation.

Kate Beckinsale has had it with trolls who have commented on her recent weight loss ... Kate says her mother's death is severely affecting her appetite -- and anyone who kicked her while she's down should be ashamed of themselves.

The British actress buried her mom, Judy Loe, in July after a battle with cancer. Kate admitted the death made for an extra tough 2025 ... but what made it worse is she had just watched her stepfather die the year before.

The back-to-back losses -- along with the perhaps unresolved grief from losing her biological father as a little girl -- compounded to give her a feeling as if her body had "closed down."

Mark Wahlberg is flirting with Speedo territory with his latest swimwear choice down in the Caribbean ... because he's wearing some seriously short shorts.

Check out this photo of Marky Mark strutting his stuff down the beach on the west side of Barbados on Tuesday ... he's rocking a pair of baby-blue shorts that are riding way up his thighs.

Mark is showing lots of leg here, and it looks like he doesn't skip leg day ... because the dude is absolutely jacked.

English actress Sarah Parish was in her late 30s when she played Iris' snarky yet supportive coworker in the 2006 holiday rom-com film "The Holiday."

Sarah joined a stellar cast including Cameron Diaz as the successful movie trailer business owner, Amanda, Jude Law as the sensitive and romantic book editor and widower, Graham, and Kate Winslet as the intelligent society columnist for The Daily Telegraph in London, Iris.

Jack Black also co-starred in the classic!

Beloved actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. -- perhaps best known for his catchphrase "Sheeeeeit..." from "The Wire" -- has died ... TMZ has confirmed.

The Hollywood veteran passed away peacefully Tuesday in New York following a short illness, his manager Brian Liebman tells us. Deadline was first to report his death.

Whitlock starred as corrupt Senator R. Clayton Davis on "The Wire" and had recurring roles on "Veep," "Your Honor," and "Atlanta."

Whitlock collaborated with Spike Lee on several film projects, including "25th Hour" -- where he originated his signature phrase -- "BlacKkKlansman," "Da 5 Bloods," and "Chi-Raq."

Mel Gibson and longtime partner Rosalind Ross have separated ... TMZ has learned.

The split comes after 9 years and one child together. The two quietly uncoupled about a year ago ... TMZ has confirmed. People was first to report the breakup.

The two began dating in 2014 after meeting through mutual friends.

Paul Walter Hauser is stepping into the wrestling ring soon ... but this ain't no celebrity cameo appearance -- he's taking this showdown so seriously, he's turning it into a Lumberjack Strap Match!!

That's what the 39-year-old actor said ahead of his February 1, 2026, showdown with "Mad Dog" Connelly for the SuperPower Slam at the Melrose Ballroom in New York City.

In a scathing promo directed at his opponent, Hauser said he's stoked to enter the squared circle ... but was shocked when his family and friends reached out to make sure he knew what he was getting into. He admitted Mad Dog is no walk in the park -- but neither is he.

Mario Rodriguez -- the man who accused Tyler Perry of sexual battery last week -- says friendly text messages the two allegedly exchanged don’t undermine his claims and are actually consistent with his account.

The model and actor told PEOPLE ... “I want to briefly respond to what’s being said about me right now. People are pointing to messages where I was polite, grateful, or vulnerable — and trying to use that to discredit me.”

He continues, “When someone has influence over your career, your income, your future, you don’t feel free. Survivors often stay cordial. They often ask for help when they feel desperate.”

Rodriguez adds that the messages don’t negate his allegations. “That does not mean abuse didn’t happen. Those text messages were sent at a time when I was especially vulnerable, as can be seen from the context. Continued financial support and access are not inconsistent with abuse — they are often part of the power dynamics that follow it.”

Dakota Johnson reportedly split from Chris Martin earlier this year ... and now she's been spotted out with another singer -- Role Model.

A new photo shows Dakota and RM -- whose real name is Tucker Pillsbury -- huddled over a candlelit dinner over the holiday with friends, and we're told they got very close.

Sources tell us Dakota was lying on him all cuddled up at the cozy dinner.

Dakota was snapped taking a sip from her glass as they both leaned forward, engulfed in conversation with another dinner guest.

Glen Powell and Michelle Randolph are officially turning up the heat ... the new couple was spotted sneaking in a South Florida getaway over the weekend.

TMZ obtained photos of the pair leaving 1 Hotel South Beach in Miami on Saturday and making a beeline for a private airport. The duo didn't go straight there, though. They made stops for gas and even swung by a smoke shop along the way. Glen showed he's still got his leading man manners, holding the door open for his new girlfriend like a total gentleman.

Sources tell TMZ ... the romance is moving fast, and after leaving Miami, the couple took things international, jetting off to the Caribbean hot spot of St. Barths to keep their holiday vacation going.

Tyler Perry's alleged text messages with his sexual battery accuser Mario Rodriguez seem to show the other man asking Perry for money prior to filing a lawsuit against him.

We've obtained alleged text messages between Rodriguez and Perry ... with several sent on August 31 of this year.

Check out the messages which were allegedly sent by Rodriguez ... beginning with him writing he hasn't been feeling well recently and blaming it on his teeth.

American actor Reginald VelJohnson was 35 years old when he played Sgt. Al Powell -- the empathetic and brave LAPD patrol cop -- in the holiday classic film "Die Hard" back in 1988.

Reginald shared the big screen with Hollywood legends like Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman.

Brigitte Bardot, the French actress who became one of the world's first global sex symbols, has died.

Her foundation announced her death Sunday in a statement shared with French news agency AFP, confirming the iconic star passed away at her home in southern France after spending decades devoted to animal rights.

No cause of death has been released. Her passing comes months after she underwent surgery for a serious illness in October.

Concealed in this altered photo is an actor who once rapped under a fake name back in high school. Given the clues, can you guess who he is?

He about broke the internet when he and his bae showed up to a carpet, both in orange 'fits ... He loves chocolate, or he at least pretended to. He stars in a movie with Gwyneth Paltrow.

Ana de Armas might not be a real "Ballerina," but she's certainly got the physique of one ... just check out her slender frame in this form-fitting workout ensemble.

The actress stepped out in Los Angeles Saturday ... baring her abs in a crop top and leggings combo while leaving the gym.

de Armas looked every bit the movie star in her sungalsses ... her face naturally a sexy smolder.