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Prosecutors in Diddy's criminal trial are telling jurors how they can find him guilty of sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion ... the feds say one strike and Diddy's out.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Christy Slavik is handling the government's closing argument ... and on Thursday, she told jurors if there's a single freak-off jurors find was the result of force, threats of force, fraud, or coercion by Diddy ... then they should find him guilty of sex trafficking.

Slavik told the jury the feds aren't arguing all of the freak-offs Diddy had over the years with ex-girlfriends Cassie Ventura and "Jane" were examples of sex trafficking ... but she says if jurors find one instance of force, fraud or coercion, Diddy's cooked.

Rihanna's dad, Ronald Fenty, died from cancer, pneumonia and other serious illnesses ... TMZ has learned.

Fenty's death on May 30 was caused by acute respiratory failure, pancreatic cancer and aspiration pneumonia -- which is a bacterial lung infection -- according to a death certificate obtained by TMZ.

Other causes listed in the document include acute renal failure and acute tubular necrosis -- both of which involve extensive kidney damage.

12 PM PT -- Jessie J is not all the way out of the woods just yet in her battle with breast cancer ... she posted further details on IG Friday clarifying her Thursday words were a "positive affirmation," not yet facts.

She tells her fans she doesn't yet have her results back, and notes the fingers-crossed emoji was meant to convey her manifestation. She notes her surgery was not quite a week ago, and she's praying for the best results. We're wishing you the best, JJ!

Good news -- Jessie J just revealed she’s officially cancer-free, only weeks after announcing she was heading into surgery for breast cancer.

The British singer kept things light on her IG Stories Thursday -- joking her nipple’s still in place, and the recovery time gave her the perfect excuse to binge 'Love Island' guilt-free.

Jessie shared she had her rock-solid support system by her side -- her mom, hubby Chanan Colman, and baby boy Sky -- plus, she’s been connecting with others going through the same battle.

Federal prosecutors are presenting their closing argument in the Diddy criminal trial ... and they're telling the jury it won't take much to find Diddy guilty of racketeering conspiracy.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Christy Slavik told jurors in court Thursday … to convict on the RICO charge, they only need to find Diddy agreed he or another member of his organization would commit at least two criminal acts under that charge.

Those acts, prosecutors say, include drug distribution, kidnapping, arson, bribery, and sex trafficking of Cassie Ventura and "Jane."

Brian Wilson had multiple respiratory issues when he passed away ... and, now we know the reason why he simply stopped breathing.

TMZ has obtained the death certificate for Wilson ... which lists "respiratory arrest" as his main cause of death. According to the American CPR Care Association, respiratory arrest occurs when the heart is still beating, but the lungs stop functioning, making it impossible for the person to get oxygen.

Sepsis and cystitis -- infection issues -- are also listed on the document ... and, associated factors include neurodegenerative disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic respiratory failure and chronic kidney disease.

3:14 PM PT -- Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu just commented on his arrest, releasing a video statement on the matter.

12:48 PM PT -- TMZ Sports has obtained Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu's mug shot.

The man accused of interrupting Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show by unfurling Palestinian and Sudanese flags during the big performance has been arrested for the stunt.

Louisiana State Police announced on Thursday, 41-year-old Zul-Qarnain Kwame Nantambu has turned himself in to authorities on charges of resisting an officer and disturbing the peace by interruption of a lawful assembly ... after he allegedly disrupted Lamar's Feb. 9 concert at the Superdome in New Orleans.

The LSP claims Nantambu was the one who waved a flag with the message "Sudan and Free Gaza" on it as K. Dot was crooning "tv off" during the break in the Chiefs vs. Eagles championship tilt.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are going with a DJ instead of a live band for at least one performance during their wedding week ... and, they're bringing out the best -- Kygo!

Multiple sources connected to the couple and Kygo tell TMZ ... the Norwegian DJ is headed to the City of Canals this week to perform at one of Jeff and Lauren's many wedding events.

We're told Kygo's a close friend of the soon-to-be husband-and-wife duo ... and, he's ready to rock the iconic Italian city to celebrate their love!

President Trump is the "Daddy" of world leaders who attended the recent NATO summit in the Netherlands ... at least according to a new White House promotional video that incorporates none other than Usher's music.

The White House posted a 1-minute-plus clip to X on Wednesday, featuring The Donald looking all presidential as Usher's 2010 hit, "Hey Daddy (Daddy's Home)," plays over the montage of images at the summit.

This is interesting 'cause, as you know, Usher is no fan of President Trump ... the singer supported Kamala Harris in the 2024 election and even appeared alongside her during her failed presidential campaign.

Ariana Grande is "Popular" indeed, and to kick off her 32nd birthday, go on and do yourself a favor and swipe through her sexy shots ...

From her cat ears era to the ponytail days, the singer-actress brings total vibes and chicness to her fans and followers.

The Florida native first gained fame during her Nickelodeon days, playing Cat Valentine on "Victorious" and "Sam & Cat," and from there it was off to the music charts with hit songs like "Break Free" and "Thank You, Next."

Diddy's federal criminal trial is entering the final stages, and now we have a sense of how closing arguments will play out ... or at least the schedule and timeline are taking shape.

Prosecutors and defense attorneys were in court Wednesday while jurors were not present, and they hashed out a schedule for closing arguments ... with prosecutors going for 4 hours starting Thursday morning, and the defense making their case the following day.

It was a pretty boring day inside the courtroom, with Diddy keeping a singular AirPod in his ear for much of the proceedings and mostly looking down at his lap. Two of Diddy's sons, Quincy and Justin, were in court too, and they were fighting to stay awake, as was much of the gallery.

Selena Gomez just spilled -- and nope, she was not keeping it chill. Her childhood crush? None other than Ice Cube. Yeah, you read that right ... Ice. Cube.

The singer dropped the bomb on Complex’s GOAT Talk with Karol G -- and forget the usual boyband phase ... young Sel was crushin’ hard on the rapper.

Selena admitted it was kinda weird -- she was only 5, but somehow her childhood logic had her thinking Ice Cube would, in her words, "protect her."

Fat Joe says he's going on the warpath against his former hypeman, and the attorney who's backing him, with the same vengeance that allowed him to survive the mean streets of the Bronx!!!

As we told you earlier today, Tyrone Blackburn -- the attorney who's representing Joe's ex-partner Terrance "T.A." Dixon -- was arrested for striking a man with his car ... and Joe says he's nothing but a clout-chaser!!!

The legendary rapper released a fiery statement Wednesday in the aftermath of the arrest ... once again ripping the lawsuit filed by T.A. that claims Joe was once diddling minors for his own sexual gratification.

BOOM!!! It's Benson Boone's birthday today, and we're celebrating his 23rd year around the sun with his blazin' hot shots ...

From shirtless mirror selfies to sweaty gym shots, we've covered all the bases with Benson's "Mystical Magical" selfies!

He may have gained fame from his days on "American Idol" and soaring to everyone's For You pages on TikTok, but this pop-rock stud has flipped into mega super stardom and deserves a big standing O.

Singer-songwriter and "Love & Hip Hop" alum Lyrica Anderson says she learned about Industry Rule No. 4080 the hard way ... after doing all the heavy lifting getting Beyoncé an 8X platinum certified hit!!!

Lyrica was a recent guest on Shirley Temple's podcast and shared her regret on forfeiting her credits on Beyoncé and Jay-Z's mega-hit "Drunk In Love" back in 2013.

The credits are stacked with names outside of Bey and Jay ... Timbaland, Detail, SoolGotHits, Dre Moon -- which was exactly the problem for Lyrica.

Pusha T is giving insight that The Neptunes' production powerhouse had fizzled long before things got taken to court -- even in the making of his group's marquee album!!!

The Clipse recently sat down for Jon Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli's "Popcast," where they discussed the fallout between Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo ... a ho-hum ending after the duo delivered countless hits throughout the music industry.

Malice and Pusha are backed by Pharrell with their comeback album "Let God Sort Em Out" next month, but denied having any personal issues with Chad -- it's all love when they see him in person!!!

Rapper Silentó began his 30-year prison sentence this week with an unrecognizable appearance, sporting a completely shaved head.

The 27-year-old rapper -- born Ricky Lamar Hawk and best known for his multi-platinum single "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)" -- was processed into the Georgia Department of Corrections this week for his role in the 2021 shooting death of Frederick Rooks III, his cousin.

Silentó's expression is emotionless in the mug shot, and his T-shirt appears oversized and hanging off his neck.