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Amber Rose is finally admitting she may have accidentally helped gas up one of pop culture's most infamous moments ... Kanye West crashing Taylor Swift's acceptance speech at the 2009 VMAs.

Check it out ... appearing on the "Ball in the Family" podcast with Lonzo and LiAngelo Ball, Amber confessed she was hyping Kanye up hard before the awards show -- even encouraging him to grab a bottle of Hennessy before they hit the carpet.

“We need to be on the carpet ... taking shots of Henny,” Amber recalled telling Ye before the show ... adding she was constantly reminding him, “You the biggest thing in the whole world.”

But Amber insists she had no idea what was about to happen once they got inside.

"All of a sudden I’m just sitting there and then he’s on stage," she said. "I'm like, 'Oh s***. I was not expecting that.'"

While his baby mama drama keeps bubbling up online, Chris Brown was doing anything but stressing Tuesday night ... the singer celebrated his 37th birthday with an ultra-private Vegas bash surrounded by friends, family and a whole lotta pasta and steak.

Sources tell TMZ … The Guest House Las Vegas shut things down to the public around 10 PM so invited guests could roll in on the exclusive after-hours celebration, which lasted deep into the night.

We're told the evening featured a seated dinner, DJs spinning throughout the party and a birthday cake presentation for Breezy ... who's currently camped out in Sin City rehearsing for his upcoming tour with Usher and preparing for his 12th studio album -- titled "BROWN" -- scheduled for release on Friday.

Kesha got choked up on Wednesday's episode of "Call Her Daddy," saying Cassie's in her corner ... and has been since the start of her career.

She got emotional telling Alex Cooper how much they've been through -- both together and individually.

Kesha said Cassie sent her flowers before her sold-out show at Madison Square Garden last July, saying ... "I have chills all over my body talking about it."

Priscilla Presley is opening up about the death of her and Elvis' daughter, Lisa Marie, like never before ... saying her sudden death "separated" her family.

Priscilla made the remark during a speaking event with her son, Navarone Garibaldi Garcia, in Las Vegas over the weekend. In audio obtained by TMZ, she says Lisa's sudden death "separated" the family because they're no longer getting together for family meals and such with Lisa. Not to mention, she notes Lisa's twins Harper and Finley Lockwood are now 18 and busy with their boyfriends.

As you know, Priscilla and Lisa had dramatic ups and downs in their mother-daughter relationship. However, days before Lisa's January 12, 2023 death, they attended the 80th Golden Globe Awards together and watched Austin Butler win Best Actor for his portrayal of Elvis in the successful biopic of the legend's life.

Here's Lil Nas X throwing stacks of cash at a male stripper inside a famous West Hollywood club.

TMZ obtained video showing the "Old Town Road" rapper making it rain on an exotic dancer Saturday night at The Abbey in West Hollywood.

Folks who were there tell us three male strippers were dancing and twerking up a storm on the stage when Lil Nas X approached with a fistful of dollars ... and he showed particular interest in one dancer.

D4vd's brother, Caleb Burke, is jumping into the family biz ... dropping original music about sex and love, all while D4vd's locked up & facing murder charges, TMZ has learned.

Earlier this month, Caleb opened social media accounts under the name Cara Kova, but he calls himself Kova. The aspiring singer posted two songs -- "Imaginary Love" and "S*x" -- on Spotify and Apple Music.

Spotify lists Kova as the artist, but Caleb Burke as the songwriter, singer, composer and producer.

Tina Knowles is keeping the BeyHive on a need-to-know basis ... and right now, nobody "needs" to know anything.

Beyoncé's mom got put on the spot during her "Today" appearance Tuesday morning about the highly anticipated "Act III" album -- and she didn't exactly spill tea ... instead opting to keep the mystery shrouded.

Check out the clip ... when asked point-blank for any hints, Tina laughed it off ... playing coy with a classic dodge: "I could tell you, but I'd have to kill you."

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's Met Gala evening went down just like a high school prom ... a ton of fun, followed by what appears to be an emotional talk.

The couple was photographed inside a sprinter bus Monday night ... but instead of popping bottles and celebrating the billionaire singer's 12th Met Gala, the couple seemed to be tired after the long event.

In the video ... the body language speaks for itself. At one point, RiRi put on a mild smile as they walked back into their hotel.

A witness at the Met who saw the couple at various occasions throughout the night tells TMZ that Rihanna and A$AP were totally fine and having a great time. The witness said they did not appear to have any issues.

Billie Eilish had a good hang with Amy Poehler ... but admitted she was keeping her Tourette's tics in check the whole time.

During Tuesday's episode of the comedian's "Good Hang with Amy Poehler" podcast ... Billie opened up about her Tourette Syndrome, and how she does everything she possibly can to "suppress" her tics to keep from being "distracting," especially in interviews.

She told Amy ... "As soon as I leave the room, I have to let them all out." The singer said her tics are mostly just vocal noises that she can keep quiet.

Here's something guaranteed to hit you right in the feels ... Jelly Roll was out greeting a disabled fan, and TMZ caught every second of it!

It all went down outside "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" Monday afternoon -- a mom rolled up with her son, telling JR his music inspired the kid to start singing too ... then played him the video.

Jelly Roll lit up, and when he heard they’re coming to his show, he didn't hesitate ... telling them they're getting full red carpet treatment. The fan's excitement is off the charts ... check out the clip!

The Pussycat Dolls have scrapped their reunion tour in the U.S. amid rumors of low ticket sales, TMZ has learned. 

The group -- made up of Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts -- announced the cancellation on social media. 

“When we announced the PCD FOREVER Tour, we hoped to bring the show to fans across the world,” the girls said. “After taking an honest look at the North American run, we’ve made the difficult and heartbreaking decision to cancel all but one of the North America dates.”

M.I.A. isn't backing down after getting the boot from Kid Cudi's tour ... in fact, she's doubling down and telling critics to chill out and stop "dividing" people.

The singer fired off a message on X Monday, urging people not to fuel division and pointing out she isn't eligible to vote in the U.S., while arguing millions of Latino voters supported Trump ... questioning whether critics plan to "hate them all."

She added that people should think for themselves instead of following rumors and said she's praying for more awareness and unity.

Dolly Parton's Vegas comeback is hitting the brakes again ... 'cause the country queen says her body still needs more time in the shop.

Dolly shared a video on Instagram on Monday ... telling fans she's improving and "responding really well to meds and treatments" ... but she's not quite ready to hit the stage in Las Vegas just yet. Her residency was previously pushed from December 2025 to September 2026 amid health issues.

Watch the clip ... in classic Dolly fashion, she kept things funny while explaining the situation ... saying some of the meds make her "swimmy headed," and she can’t exactly be dizzy while carrying banjos and guitars in 5-inch heels, rocking rhinestones, big hair and an even bigger personality.

Kid Cudi is giving M.I.A. the boot ... after she got booed onstage over some comments that appeared to provoke the crowd.

On Monday, Cudi took to Instagram to announce she will no longer be opening for "The Rebel Ragers Tour."

He said on his story that he warned M.I.A. not to say or do anything offensive while on the road with him ... but her recent rants onstage have upset him and his fans.

Britney Spears had her DUI charge dropped Monday morning after reaching a plea deal with prosecutors, where the charge was reduced to a "Wet Reckless."

There are conditions to the plea ... notably, she'll be placed on 12 months' probation, which could be a problem if she violates the law in the next year.

She also cannot possess drugs without a valid prescription. Again, this could be a problem. As we reported, Britney has gone to Mexico more than once to get Adderall.

She's also ordered to continue with mental health and substance abuse treatment, meeting with a psychologist once a week and a psychiatrist twice a month.

If Britney violates any conditions of during her probation, she could be sentenced to jail.

Her lawyer Michael Goldstein tells TMZ ... “Through her plea today, Britney has accepted responsibility for her conduct.  She has taken significant steps to implement positive change which is clearly reflected in the Ventura County District Attorney’s decision to reduce the charge in this case and dismiss the DUI.  Britney appreciates this discretion and is also grateful for the outpouring of support she has received.”

Prosecutors offered Britney a sweet plea deal, though she did not attend the hearing. The pop star's lawyer appeared on Britney's behalf at about 9 AM in a Ventura County courtroom.

Lizzo isn’t backing down from her legal issues ... in fact, she's leaning all the way in -- saying she's ready to take the stand and let the truth speak for itself.

Watch the clip ... the singer sat down with CBS News host Gayle King for an interview that aired Monday morning, and she made her stance clear -- she's not settling, not hiding, and definitely not scared of what might come out in court.

A group of Lizzo's former dancers claim she created a toxic work environment ... accusing her of sexual harassment, weight-shaming, and putting them in uncomfortable situations on tour. Lizzo says when she first got hit with the lawsuit, her reaction was simple -- "It’s not true." But she didn’t go firing back publicly right away ... explaining she felt a responsibility to keep it measured because of what she represents to fans.