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Michael J. Fox has helped a lot of people fighting Parkinson's disease over the years ... and, he's even informing how it's portrayed in a Golden Globe-nominated show.

Bill Lawrence -- co-creator of the Apple TV+ show "Shrinking" -- told People the 63-year-old actor served as an inspiration for one of the characters who is diagnosed with the neurological condition.

If you haven't seen the show, spoiler alert ... season 2 sees Harrison Ford's character stoically face Parkinson's while continuing to work as a therapist.

11:30 AM PT -- Hannah Berner has responded to the online response to her Netflix roast joke about Blake Lively, writing in an Instagram Story post ... "My joke in the Netflix roast was filmed before news of the lawsuit. To be 100 percent clear, I support Blake xoxo"

In comedy, timing is everything ... and, the time to make jokes about Blake Lively's alleged bad behavior has clearly passed -- and one comedian may catch flak for a previously recorded crack.

Here's the deal ... Netflix's "Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year" comedy special came out on Friday -- with well-known comics riffing on the biggest stories of the year.

Hannah Berner -- a former reality TV star turned stand-up comedian -- decided to take aim at Lively over rumors about her difficult personality.

Jennifer Lopez let loose with friends at an Aspen bar Friday, breaking out some major dance moves while sipping some drinks.

The singer/actress showed up to the bar inside Kemo Sabe, located in Colorado's famous ski resort town Friday evening — and she was joined by her manager, Benny Medina, and a few gal pals, as well as Kevin Costner.

Check out photos, which capture J Lo in high spirits chatting and having cocktails with her buddies.

Olivia Hussey, most well known for playing Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s classic 1968 drama “Romeo and Juliet," has died.

The actress passed away Friday at her home surrounded by family, according to a lengthy post on her Instagram page ... but her cause of death was not revealed.

The sad IG announcement read in part ... "Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her."

Whitney Cummings may not know Justin Baldoni personally ... but that sure didn't stop her from opining that she knows his type -- and she thinks there were clearly warning signs that align with allegations in Blake Lively's recently filed complaint.

Here's the deal ... Blake sued costar Baldoni for sexual harassment and alleged he took part in a coordinated effort to destroy her reputation ... all stemming from their work together on "It Ends with Us."

Since news of the shocking complaint broke ... Justin has been dropped by his talent agency ... and a number of stars -- including SAG and Sony Pictures -- have expressed strong support for BL.

Leonardo DiCaprio is a real family man when it comes to Vittoria Ceretti ... because Leo was out to eat with his chick's parents and siblings.

The actor and his model girlfriend sat down for a family dinner Thursday night in Los Angeles ... hitting up Anajak Thai Cuisine in Sherman Oaks.

Leo was dressed in all black with his trademark ballcap and face covering ... keeping a low profile before the family gathering.

American actor Christopher Marquette was in his early 20s when he played Mike Brander -- the annoying younger brother in love with a Hollywood pop singer -- in the 2005 Christmas rom-com "Just Friends".

Christopher shared the big screen with Ryan Reynolds as the former high school geek turned hot Hollywood music agent and Mike's older bro, Chris, Anna Faris as the ditsy, promiscuous pop singer, Samantha James and Amy Smart as Chris's high school crush turned school teacher, Jamie Palamino.

Marquette was also in "The Girl Next Door" and "Alpha Dog."

Teen actor Hudson Meek -- best known for his role in the action film, "Baby Driver" -- has died after he tumbled out of a moving vehicle, TMZ has confirmed.

Law enforcement sources tell us... Hudson suffered blunt force trauma injuries after a fall on December 19 in Vestavia Hills, AL. He was rushed to a hospital and treated but passed away two days later.

Hudson's mom, Lane Wells Meeks, posted a message on Facebook, saying their family is shattered by her son's death ... adding he accomplished a lot in his short life and had a major impact on everyone he touched.

Actor Hudson Meek's death is being treated as an accident, and it doesn't appear substances played any role in the fall that took his life ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... no foul play is suspected in Hudson's death -- and, cops are looking into this as an accident.

We're told there were no signs of drugs or alcohol ... and, cops do not believe they played any part in the accident.

Justin Baldoni has suffered another blow amid his legal war with Blake Lively ... a podcaster who recently interviewed him has removed his episode.

Elizabeth Day, who hosts the 'How To Fail' podcast, shared an IG statement Tuesday, explaining she had taken down the December 4 interview with Baldoni while all the "distressing allegations made against him in Blake Lively's recent lawsuit are fully investigated."

Elizabeth spoke of Baldoni's legal matter in general ... saying she believes every individual has a right to a safe workplace, and every woman should have dignity in that workplace.

Selena Gomez has been totally smitten and glued to her new fiancé, Benny Blanco ... and she’s closing out the year by his side, going all in for the holidays.

The lovebirds were spotted at author Jake Cohen's Hanukkah celebration in New York on Wednesday, with the host sharing a bunch of photos of them fully embracing the festive vibe.

ICYDK, Benny’s Jewish, and while Selena’s been open about her Christian faith, she was all in for the occasion ... happily by her boo’s side as they celebrated with what looked like a whole lot of fun and frolics.

Mark Wahlberg clearly didn't put on any pounds this holiday season ... showing off his ripped chest and stomach while shirtless down in Barbados on Christmas Eve.

The actor was spotted walking around the island with his wife, Rhea Durham, the day before Xmas ... with Marky Mark outfitted in just swim trunks and a backward cap.

Check out the pics ... Wahlberg may be 53, but he's still looking ripped -- stopping to chat with people on his way to the beach.

Big news for Shaun Weiss -- he's about to be a dad! TMZ's learned that his girlfriend Shannon is pregnant!

The 'Mighty Ducks' star spilled to TMZ that he and Shannon just found out the happy news last week -- and they're expecting their little one in August. The baby's already got a name locked in ... Charlie, after Shaun's dad, whether it's a boy or girl.

Shaun shared details about his love, too -- he and Shannon have been dating for two years and are tying the knot soon. This will be his first baby, so it looks like 2025's shaping up to be a big year for Shaun.

Actor Kusem Goodwind says being involved in the LeBron James-produced "Rez Ball" movie was the ultimate honor ... praising the Lakers superstar for giving Native Americans the spotlight with the film.

Goodwin portrayed Nataanii Jackson in the sports drama released in September, which followed a Native American high school basketball team competing for the state title after losing its star player.

Goodwin tells TMZ Sports he felt a deep sense of pride acting in the project ... especially because it highlights Indigenous athletes and brings attention to their experiences like never before.

Netflix just released a trailer for "Happy Gilmore 2," and unsurprisingly the first speaking role in the preview is ... Travis Kelce.

Hard to believe ... it's been 3 decades since Adam Sandler played the failed ice hockey player who pivoted to golf.

There are a ton of celeb cameos in 'HG2' ... including Bad Bunny, Kid Cudi, Nick Swardson and Margaret Qualley. Julie Bowen is back, along with Christopher McDonald.

Jennifer Lopez is enjoying a snowy Christmas this year ... bundling up while hanging around Aspen, Colorado with one of her kids and the rest of her family.

The singer-songwriter walked through Aspen with her fam Tuesday ... throwing on a warm-looking brown coat with ripped jeans and a pair of brown flats.

She walked alongside Emme, her 16-year-old, who she shares with ex-husband Marc Anthony -- throwing an arm around Emme's shoulders and chatting a they made their way down the street.