Musicians

Taylor Swift found herself a pretty high-profile cameraman ... because Steven Spielberg was literally directing her from the sidelines during a hilarious moment at the Songwriters Hall of Fame ... and it's all on video.

The singer was at NYC's Marriott Marquis Hotel with fiancé Travis Kelce, vibing to John Fogerty and his sons performing "Fortunate Son" when she started striking poses for her phone ... before handing it to the Oscar-winning director sitting right beside her.

The legendary director didn't disappoint. Instead of a quick point-and-shoot, Steven had Taylor fully sell the scene ... leaning in, hamming it up and serving main-character energy while he filmed from his chair.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's moms were awfully chummy while supporting the superstar singer at the Songwriters Hall of Fame ... and fans are convinced there was some wedding chatter among the future in-laws.

Check out the video ... Andrea Swift and Donna Kelce were seen chopping it up Thursday night in New York City ... and they seem to be having a lovely time as TS prepared for her historic induction.

Travis made it just in time to the Marriott Marquis for Taylor's acceptance speech ... and sat down next to Taylor at a table with their moms.

Selena Gomez ain't playin' around when it comes to her friends ... clapping back at haters who thought she insulted Taylor Swift.

Here's the deal ... the "Bluest Flame" singer commented "lol" under an Instagram post showing Taylor celebrating the New York Knicks' comeback win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Taylor was snapped with her pals Alana and Este Haim as well as "Law & Order: SVU" actress Mariska Hargitay.

Internet trolls immediately thought Selena was shading Taylor ... but Selena cleared it all up with a post to her Instagram Story late Thursday evening, writing ... "Woke up and was sent so many texts. I would never insult my friends nor was it an insult."

Ethan Slater is stepping out in public for the first time since we broke the news he and Ariana Grande called it quits ... and he's on a solo mission.

The "Wicked" star put on a brave face Thursday, attending Shakespeare in the Park's production of "Romeo & Juliet" at The Delacorte Theater in New York City's Central Park.

Ethan kept it casual amid high temperatures in the Big Apple ... opting for a white T-shirt, black slacks and white sneakers paired with a silver chain.

Olivia Rodrigo named her new album "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love" ... but judging by these pics, she's looking anything but gloomy!

To celebrate the release of her third studio album, we're taking a peek behind the curtain at Olivia doing what makes her happy ... making music.

Whether she's locked in with a pair of headphones at a recording studio or strumming away during a guitar jam session, she's clearly having the time of her life.

The Vegas valet who says Quavo slapped him is on the hunt to collect the 7-figure sum he won in court from the Migos member ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Antonio Henry, who sued Quavo for assault and battery, is making moves in Georgia to collect on the judgment he got in Nevada.

Henry sued Quavo for assault and battery back in 2020 ... claiming he got roughed up back in 2018 when he was working valet at Encore Hotel & Casino. He claimed Quavo slapped him when he was trying to break up a fight.

Cassie is being called out in court by the former male escort who is suing her over the psychological injuries he claims to have suffered from participating in freak-offs with her and Diddy, TMZ has learned. 

Clayton Howard, the former male escort who was mentioned several times in Diddy’s criminal trial, filed court docs scoffing at Cassie’s claim he supported her cause after she came forward with claims against the disgraced mogul.

As TMZ first reported, Cassie submitted a text Clayton sent her husband Alex Fine, after she sued Diddy, which partly read,“ know your wife's truth is 100% valid as I'm sure you did as well, I would have come forward and I'm glad she got some form of Justice!"

Taylor Swift just hit the red carpet for the Songwriters Hall of Fame looking absolutely dazzling ... and a far cry from her going bonkers last night at the Knicks game.

The superstar was in full control of the moment ... and gave the carpet cameras exactly what they wanted as she posed in a beautiful, form-fitting black dress featuring a floral pattern.

As you know ... TS was at Game 4 of the NBA Finals last night, courtside seats along with pals and fellow musicians and singers Alana and Este Haim ... going absolutely berserk during and after the game.

Ariana Grande is blasting the White House and Donald Trump for using her music in a montage of ICE arrests ... calling Trump's immigration policies as barbaric, inhumane and heinous.

The pop star commented on TikTok post from the official White House account that used her song "bye" ... making it clear she doesn't condone their message or the use of her music.

The clip Ariana's incensed over was posted Tuesday and is a compilation of videos showing ICE agents arresting and cuffing people.

Ariana ends her response with a "f*** ice."

Diddy plans to fight a lawsuit claiming he had sex with minors ... and he's pursuing all avenues the legal system has to offer.

Diddy's spokesperson, Juda Engelmayer, responded to a recent lawsuit from a John Doe who claims he was a child actor when Diddy allegedly assaulted him, telling TMZ … "This is a lie and completely made up. Mr. Combs has never sexually assaulted anyone."

Engelmayer added ... "These allegations will be disproven like all of the rest. He is going to pursue all avenues he can to defend himself and make sure those who start and spread lies are held responsible."

A source close to Diddy clarifies Engelmayer is talking about pursuing legal avenues against Diddy's accusers.

Karmelo Anthony's parents say their son was not looking for a fight at a Texas high school track meet that turned deadly ... they say that's just the picture the prosecution was trying to paint.

Kala Hayes and Andrew Anthony were on Thursday's episode of "The Breakfast Club," where they told Mimi Brown their son's verdict sends a clear message ... you don't have a right to defend yourself, even if you're attacked or ganged up on.

Andrew insisted in the interview that their son did not show up with bad intentions ... and he said Karmelo was caught on camera fleeing the scene because he was running to a teacher for help.

Andrew added that the teacher testified in court and said he had to stop another kid from jumping on their son.

Rapper Blueface's music royalties are now going to Soulja Boy's baby mama, Jackilyn Martinez, to pay off a massive debt he owes her ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge granted Jackilyn's request to redirect all of Blueface's royalties from ASCAP and BMI -- for sales of his music -- to her in order to pay off a $123K judgment.

Jackilyn got a default judgment for that amount back in April 2025 after Blueface apparently blew off a lawsuit she filed against him. In her original suit, she sought $10 million ... claiming Blueface defamed her.

Karol G stays turning up the temps ... but she may've just cooled things off with an onboard rinse ... and you can watch her shower off after a busy day on a yacht.

The 35-year-old singer stunned in her latest slew of sexy snaps ... sporting a blue stringy bikini on a boat day in paradise.

A chest-baring selfie a day keeps the thirst at bay ... and Karol is clearly enjoying her kick-off to summer ... gearing up for her major world tour, "Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour."

Lil Wayne's former bodyguard dragged the rapper to court looking for a payday ... but now he's the one leaving with the bill ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a Los Angeles judge entered judgment Wednesday in favor of Weezy and against his ex-bodyguard Christian Carlos, who filed an assault-with-a-firearm lawsuit.

The ruling is a huge legal win for Lil Wayne ... not only did the bodyguard lose the case, he's also been ordered to fork over $29,225 in monetary sanctions. The court had already awarded Wayne $26,000, then added another $3,225 when it threw out Carlos' lawsuit.

Rumer Willis was awarded primary custody of her kid with ex Derek Richard Thomas in their bitter custody war ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, the parties agreed to undergo a custody evaluation and share joint legal custody, but the judge gave Rumer primary physical custody of the couple's daughter, Louetta.

The ruling also establishes a visitation schedule for Thomas. Beginning June 20, he'll have parenting time every other weekend, with visits initially monitored by one of Rumer's nannies. The order states the visits will later transition to overnight visitation with no monitor.

Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun were within striking distance last night at the Knicks game … but we've learned they did NOT cross paths.

Sources tell TMZ ... Taylor, who was sitting courtside with her girlfriends Alana and Este Haim, was directly in front of Scooter and his girlfriend, Sydney Sweeney, but there were no interactions. 

Many wondered if the two bumped into each other while in the same arena … or if they somehow made contact after chaos erupted when the Knicks beat the Spurs in the final seconds. 

The near run-in comes weeks after Scooter spoke out about the ongoing drama with Taylor on a podcast, revealing he has only met her a handful of times in his life.