Musicians

Three attorneys from one of the law firms representing Diddy in a civil suit are asking to drop the imprisoned music mogul and withdraw from the case over unpaid legal fees ... but Diddy says the lawyers were simply overcharging him ... TMZ has learned.

The attorneys, Michael Tremonte, Erica Wolff and Katie Renzler from Sher Tremonte LLP, filed a motion to withdraw as counsel for Diddy in the music mogul's case against Nexstar Media, Ariel Mitchell, and Courtney Burgess, which is pending in federal court in New York.

In the motion, the lawyers lay out their reasons for wanting off the Diddy train, saying he has failed to pay a "substantial balance of attorney's fees" and other costs and expenses.

Roger Waters ripped Ed Sheeran a new one for kicking Macklemore off his tour over the singer's pro-Palestine views, going so far as to call Ed a "prick!"

The Pink Floyd legend unloaded on Ed in a video he posted on X and, in classic Roger fashion, the rocker didn't hold back one bit, kicking things off with a graphic that mockingly read, "Ed Who?"

Roger then appeared on screen and dove into his "little message" for Ed, saying there are 2 types of people in this world. First, Roger said, there are those who do the right thing, like the rapper Macklemore. Then Roger stated there are sadly others who are "pricks' like Ed, who do the wrong thing.

Kris Jenner played a key role in helping Jay-Z's longtime friend Emory Jones receive a presidential pardon.

Kris acknowledged her involvement on Instagram, thanking Alice Marie Johnson for helping Emory and praising Kim Kardashian for advocating for Johnson.

Kris wrote that she was grateful to President Trump for allowing her to advocate for Emory and giving him a second chance.

Ed Sheeran's tour just got a whole lot more empty ... with Finneas now being the newest artist to call it quits on joining the Irish singer's crew, amid Macklemore being booted for his "Free Palestine" comments.

Finneas -- song-writer and brother to Billie Eilish -- was set to open for Sheeran for 6 shows in his South American leg in late November and early December ... however, Finneas announced his decision to drop out after Macklemore was kicked off the tour on Monday.

The singer took to Instagram saying "Artists must not be silenced when they speak up for the oppressed. I have decided to withdraw from my upcoming tour dates with Ed Sheeran. I stand with Palestine and its people."

Before this kid saddled up for the big stage, he was just rockin' his cowboy gear in San Antonio, Texas ... and covering Justin Bieber's "Mistletoe" on YouTube back in 2010.

He's collaborated with music's hottest stars like Pitbull ... "Mmm Yeah!" ... and has 11+ million Instagram followers.

Ed Sheeran’s opening act, Aaron Rowe, announced he is dropping out of the tour … to stand in solidarity with Macklemore.

Aaron took to social media, writing, “I have made the decision to withdraw as a support act on” Ed Sheeran’s tour.

"I don't take the decision lightly. Ed has been a friend to me and has changed my life; I could never thank him enough for this,” Aaron explained.

Texas State Representative Venton Jones is backpedaling a bit after celebrating Chris Brown over the weekend ... 'cause now he's apologizing.

The politician cleared the air with Don Lemon and said he was sorry for triggering victims of domestic violence.

As you know, Jones -- alongside Rep. Jasmine Crockett and producer RoccStar -- took the stage during Breezy and Usher's recent tour stop in Arlington to give the duo a Congressional Record recognition.

Kanye West's former employee, Benjamin Provo, is laying out his case against the musician as he seeks an 8-figure sum ... claiming he was discriminated against because of his hairstyle.

In new court docs, obtained by TMZ, Benjamin says he believes he's owed up to around $23 million in damages from Kanye and his Donda Academy ... claiming he was fired for refusing to cut off his dreads.

Benjamin, a Black man, claims he faced discrimination while working at Kanye's Donda Academy in 2022 ... and alleges Kanye also removed all books by prominent Black leaders.

Boosie Badazz is posting receipts of his alleged conversations with pardon brokers who couldn't secure him clemency from President Trump ... and the texts show a chaotic string of messages full of typos from one of the men he claims he paid $600,000.

The rapper posted screenshots of text messages on his X account Monday ... which appear to be communications between the rapper and Jack Burkman, one of the alleged pardon brokers.

It looks like the messages were exchanged between November 2025 and February 2026 ... and it appears Jack is assuring Boosie that his team is working on getting him a Trump pardon.

Ed Sheeran is breaking his silence after Macklemore called him out for kicking him off his tour ... and he says he's not to blame because he didn't make the final call.

The singer took to social media Tuesday, writing, "I am appalled by the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The suffering and pain caused on both sides is a human tragedy."

Ed said Macklemore asked him to be a part of the tour, and he agreed because he respects “him as an artist.” He said he allows his opening acts to play their own setlist. 

Kelly Osbourne is opening up about the emotional final conversation she shared with her father, Ozzy Osbourne, just three days before his death.

Kelly recalled the heartbreaking moment during an appearance on Paul C. Brunson's podcast, saying the Black Sabbath legend sat her down and told her he wanted her to know how deeply he loved her.

Ozzy reportedly told Kelly she could go through life knowing there was someone who loved her for exactly who she was ... and that person was him.

Ms. Rachel is slamming Ed Sheeran for kicking Macklemore off his tour as his opening act following backlash over Macklemore's pro-Palestine remarks.

The popular children's creator, who has received heat for supporting Palestine, criticized Ed in a social media post ... claiming the singer "had an opportunity to show that we won't be bullied into punishing people for supporting Palestine."

She said Ed "caved to people who refuse to accept what the world knows. A genocide is happening in Gaza."

Ms. Rachel added, "We all need to speak out against it."

The folks who call the shots for the Super Bowl halftime show have two megastars at the top of their list for the 2027 event ... Justin Bieber and Harry Styles.

Sources tell us both singers are high on Roc Nation's short list. Jay-Z and his company are partnered with the NFL, and as the league's "live music entertainment strategist," Jay has final say on the halftime performer.

We're told Justin and Harry have not been approached about the show yet ... and sources tell us Justin and Harry are both unlikely to take the gig if they are finally approached. 

Dolly Parton left a lasting impact on the world, which was honored during the 2026 Emmys on Monday.

Her "Steel Magnolias" costar, Sally Field, remembered Dolly during the broadcast with a heartfelt speech.

Then, Reba McEntire took the stage to sing an emotional rendition of the late legend's song "Appalachian Memories," with a powerful vocal performance that would make Dolly proud.

Gladys Knight's son is worried her husband is going to push her so hard to keep working that it will kill her.

Shanga Hankerson told The Detroit News that William McDowell -- the R&B legend's husband and manager -- is working her too hard. The alarming comment comes after his mother announced last month she'd be cutting back on her live performances amid concerns from her fans and people on tour.

Gladys has played multiple shows recently, and her son says of her husband, "He never intended to stop any tour dates, as you can see for yourself."

Shanga then dropped the hammer ... "My belief and fear is that he intends to literally try to work her until she passes away. And you can quote me on that."