Musicians

Kanye West and Bianca Censori were in a funny mood on Memorial Day, hitting L.A.'s Improv for some laughs ... but the real show went down afterward.

TMZ obtained photos of Ye and Bianca exiting the Hollywood Improv through a back door Monday night -- and Bianca looked as if she was hitting the catwalk.

The model was clad in ... well ... her usual tight leggings -- when she's not mostly naked. She also sported a long, thin piece of leather wrapped around her chest that barely covered her you-know-what!

Ray J checked himself into a Vegas hospital hours after being knocked out by Supa Hot Fire, TMZ has learned. 

Sources close to Ray J tell TMZ he decided to go to the hospital two hours after the event on Saturday. 

The source tells TMZ Ray has been in the hospital for two days as the doctors continue to run tests to figure out what is wrong. 

We're told the medical team is investigating whether Ray had a concussion, and he is also experiencing issues with his heart beating slower. 

Drake's producer-turned-musical artist, Elkan, spoke out about his work with the legendary artist while addressing whether he still listens to Kendrick Lamar.

Elkan, who was behind one of Drake's biggest hits, "Nokia," talked about working with the legendary star on his latest 3-album project.

Our camerawoman asked the musician if working with Drake means you no longer listen to Kendrick ... to which Elkan had an interesting answer.

MC Lyte is paying tribute to Rob Base after his death last week ... saying the loss hits even harder because of the massive mark he left on hip hop culture.

We caught up with MC Lyte in NYC Tuesday ... and she made it clear Rob wasn’t just another rapper to her -- calling him one of the genre’s most prolific MCs, something she got to witness firsthand after sharing stages with him over the years.

Catch the full clip because Lyte was clearly emotional reflecting on the loss of Rob, who died at 59 following a private cancer battle.

Anyone else got the post-Memorial Day blues?! Not to fret 'cuz we've got famous frankfurters ready for your eyes and your eyes only!

Cure your holiday hangover and munch on these celebrity hot dog legs. Can you guess who they are?!

Kendall Jenner, Dua Lipa, and Jessica Alba are relishing the moment ... and those big names are just the tip of what's to come!!!

Paris Jackson is opening up about her battle with addiction -- saying getting sober wasn’t just about quitting substances ... it was about becoming herself again.

Speaking on Jack Osbourne's "Trying Not to Die" podcast, Michael Jackson’s daughter explained she was raised to be a kind person -- but whenever alcohol entered the picture, she says that version of herself disappeared and she’d become vindictive instead.

Paris admitted the person she turned into during addiction felt morally ugly to her ... adding she now recognizes some of those same patterns in other addicts too -- constantly reaching, clinging for someone or something to fill the gap.

Madison Beer had a surprise guest at her soundcheck recently ... when her boyfriend Justin Herbert FaceTimed her right in the middle of it!!

The cute moment went down while the singer was gearing up for her gig in Amsterdam ... and when she was chatting it up with fans before her set, her phone went off.

Beer answered the call ... and it turns out the Los Angeles Chargers quarterback was on the other line. Video from the crowd shows her explaining she was a bit busy ... and the audience lets out a collective "awwww."

If there’s one thing Jennifer Lopez knows how to do ... it’s serve a look -- and she was doing exactly that while soaking up Memorial Day in a bikini!

J.Lo dropped a bunch of snaps from Monday’s celebrations ... and while she was surrounded by loved ones, let’s be real -- attention naturally drifted her way as she kicked back poolside in a tiny two-piece.

Honestly, it all looked like peak holiday mode -- sunshine, pool time and good company ... including twins Max and Emme joining in on the family hangs.

This is the bottom line, it's true ... for the Jonas Brothers' parents' restaurant. Nellie's Southern Kitchen has shuttered its Las Vegas location.

The Southern comfort food restaurant -- co-owned by Kevin Jonas Sr. and Denise Jonas -- closed its location at the MGM Grand on the Las Vegas Strip after service on Monday.

It seems they decided not to renew the lease for the Vegas spot after almost 3 years on the strip.

Sonny Rollins -- the legendary jazz saxophonist honored twice by former President Barack Obama -- has died in New York.

Sonny's rep, Terri Hinte, announced that he passed away Monday afternoon at his home in Woodstock, NY. A cause of death was not released.

Rollins was known as one of the most iconic musical figures of the last 2 centuries, choosing his tenor saxophone as a way to reach the world. He was also considered the greatest saxophonist of the bebop era, alongside John Coltrane and Charlie Parker. 

Don't Speak, Blake Shelton ... just enjoy seeing your wife, Gwen Stefani, and her No Doubt bandmates on the Sphere stage!

The country music star made it out to Sin City on Saturday to support his better half ... clapping, laughing and cheering her on as the group dominated the stage.

Stefani pointed out Shelton's presence at another point in the show ... acknowledging he pulled up for her -- leading to some cheers from the audience.

Dr. Chris Brown will see you now ... because the artist now has an honorary doctorate!

Harvest Christian University -- a private faith-based school in Dallas, Texas -- awarded Brown a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Visual & Performing Arts Friday.

Doc Brown posed with his honorary degree in full graduation regalia ... a massive grin on his face as he showed off the honor.

Caleb Shomo is opening up about his personal life in a huge way ... revealing he's gay after more than 14 years of marriage to his wife, Fleur Shomo.

The Beartooth frontman shared the emotional announcement Saturday on Instagram, saying he felt it was time to set the record straight after growing speculation about his personal life.

"I am a proudly gay man," Caleb wrote, admitting he's been struggling privately with his sexuality for years while also battling alcohol issues. He said getting sober helped push him toward finally confronting feelings he'd buried for a long time.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce shared an intimate dinner at an NYC restaurant Friday night -- and the two were a picture of happiness ahead of their much-anticipated wedding!

TMZ obtained a photo of Taylor and Travis sitting in a corner booth inside Sartiano -- an Italian restaurant in the fancy Mercer Hotel in Manhattan's SoHo neighborhood.

We're told the power couple was having a blast -- smiling, laughing and talking the night away. Our source did not see any PDA ... but said Taylor and Travis looked sweet and are definitely in love!

The American Music Awards is just around the corner and 40-time winner Taylor Swift is up for 8 awards! Before you watch the show on Monday, make yourself a winner and find the minor differences in the two date night pics!

You know this singer 'All Too Well,' so strap on your thinking caps and see if you can track down the switch-ups!

'The Fate of Ophelia' the game is in your hands!

Rob Base, one-half of the legendary duo with DJ E-Z Rock behind the classic hit "It Takes Two," has died at 59.

The rapper -- born Robert Ginyard -- passed away peacefully after a private battle with cancer on Friday surrounded by family ... just four days after celebrating his birthday.

His family remembered him in an Instagram post as a loving father, friend and "creative force whose impact will never be forgotten."