Arnold Schwarzenegger Suffers Head Wound on Movie Set
Blood was trickling down Arnold Schwarzenegger's forehead yesterday -- after the 64-year-old actor got "banged up" on the set of his new movie ... and of course, he tweeted about it.
Arnold -- who's shooting "The Last Stand" in New Mexico -- explained, "Got a little banged up on set today. Thanks to the medical staff who got me back in action an hour later!"
So far, no word on exactly how Arnold split his melon.
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Regis Philbin Bails on Vespa During Letterman Taping
Regis Philbin tried to tame a mighty Vespa on the streets of NYC this afternoon ... and lost.
The 80-year-old was riding the wild scooter for a bit with David Letterman ... when Regis tipped his bike and spilled onto the asphalt.
Philbin grimaced as he hit the ground -- but being the tough son of a bitch that he is, Reeg got right back up and finished the bit.
A rep for "Regis and Kelly" tells TMZ, Regis didn't suffer any injuries during the minor spill, and is doing just fine.
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Buzz Lightyear Help, I'm Stuck in a Rectum!
Buzz Lightyear has finally gone "to infinity and beyond" .... and in this case, beyond means butthole.
A couple of doctors have just released a new book called "Stuck Up" -- compiled of x-rays showing various items stuck inside of people ... in this case, someone decided a Buzz Lightyear action figure needed to explore inner space for a change.
No word if Woody was sent up there to find him.
X-Rays!
Wrestling Legend Kamala I Got My Leg Amputated
Wrestling legend Kamala just posted a video message online from his hospital bed, claiming one of his legs has been surgically removed ... but the Ugandan Giant insists, "I'm blessed. I'm alive."
According to reports, the amputation was a medically necessary procedure due to complications from high blood pressure and diabetes.
Kamala seems in good spirits in the video, saying, "I only lost my leg, not my life."
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'Deadliest Catch' Emergency Call CREWMEMBER DOWN!
TMZ has obtained the emergency radio call made moments after a member of the "Deadliest Catch" fishing crew collapsed while at sea Tuesday -- and according to the caller, the man showed "signs of shock and possible convulsions."
During the transmission, the caller says the unidentified crew member is "barely coherent" -- and probably suffering from severe dehydration.
The crew member in question -- who we're told was a novice crab fisherman AKA a "greenhorn" -- was airlifted to a nearby hospital in Alaska for treatment.
Sources tell TMZ, he's doing a lot better now -- and a rep for Discovery adds they are "thankful to the Coast Guard and F/V Wizard crew members for their fast action and coordination."
Deadliest Catch Drama
Andy Rooney's College Roommate Revived at Memorial
Andy Rooney's college roommate was revived after going into cardiac arrest at a memorial for the CBS icon today.
As we reported, the man, Bob Ruthman, went into cardiac arrest during Andy's memorial service in New York City today. People who were present tell us ... Andy's son, Brian Rooney, got up on a chair and announced to the crowd that Ruthman had died.
We are now told the FDNY revived Ruthman and he is currently in intensive care at a New York hospital.
Close Calls
Zsa Zsa Gabor Rushed to Hospital Bleeding Severely Again
Zsa Zsa Gabor is being rushed to the hospital, TMZ has learned -- after blood began to spill out of the feeding tube in her stomach.
Her husband Prince Frederic von Anhalt tells TMZ, he called 911 approximately 20 minutes ago, as soon as he noticed the bleeding.
It's been less than a month since 94-year-old Zsa Zsa was last hospitalized ... for the same reason -- but Prince tells us, she's going to be okay.
Story developing...
Zsa Zsa's Health Troubles
'Pawn Stars' Corey Harrison Bloody Motorcycle Wreck
"Pawn Stars" bad ass Corey Harrison suffered a bloody case of road rash ... when he wiped on his Harley during a ride from Vegas to San Diego this weekend ... TMZ has learned.
Sources tell us ... Harrison and a friend were halfway through the 10-hour cruise ... when they got caught in some intense rain around Joshua Tree ... and Corey lost control of his bike.
We're told the bike slid out from under the reality star and skidded off the road. Harrison scraped his arm up in the wreck, but suffered no major injuries.
The bike wasn't so lucky ... suffering damage to the handlebars, windshield and scrapes ALL OVER.
We're told repairs are expected to run Corey about $3k. Good thing he can afford it.
Famous Wrecks
Tyler the Creator Smacked in the Face with Flying Bottle [Video]
Tyler the Creator -- the guy who won the 2011 MTV VMA for "Best New Artist" -- took a serious blow to the head last night ... when a moron fired a bottle at the rapper during a concert ... and connected.
Tyler was performing in Austin, TX -- when some idiot (with one hell of an arm) launched the projectile from the crowd ... and it struck T.T.C. right near his eye.
One member of Tyler's crew immediately fired a water bottle back in the direction of the culprit -- and moments later, Tyler and the rest of his crew stormed into the crowd to hunt for the bad guy.
No word if Tyler suffered any injuries in the attack -- and so far, it's unclear if the crew ever found the bottle-thrower ... but it probably wasn't pretty if they did.
Watch Out For Flying Objects
'Braxton Family Values' Star Released from Hospital
Toni Braxton's brother-in-law -- who also stars on "Braxton Family Values" -- has been released from the hospital after suffering a blood clot in his lungs ... TMZ has learned.
Vince Herbert was rushed to a NY hospital two weeks ago ... and the whole Braxton fam rallied around the music producer for support ... even canceling important media events.
Sources close to the family tell TMZ Toni is extremely relieved ... but she considers the situation a "wake-up call" to get her own health checked out more regularly ... especially because she suffers from lupus.
And fear not "Braxton" fans ... we're told the fam is back in full publicity mode ... gearing up for the new season to premiere next week.
Having Health Issues
Rihanna I'm Sick as Hell ... but I'm Still Smilin'
Before doctors advised Rihanna to cancel her concert in Sweden last night, the singer was seen walking around her hotel yesterday ... wearing a smile, even though she felt like crap.
Rihanna has been battling a nasty case of the flu ... and after this photo was taken, she canceled her second show this week because of exhaustion.
According to reports, organizers are working to reschedule the shows.
Struggling With Sickness
WWE Star Randy Orton GAPING Head Wound Stapled Shut ... On Tape!!!
WWE superstar Randy Orton opened up a nasty wound on his head during a WWE "street fight" match last night .. and afterward, he let the cameras roll as a doctor STAPLED his noggin' back together.
Wrestling may be "fake" ... but that head wound is as real as it gets.
That's Gotta Hurt
Lindsay Lohan Arrives at Court ... With Food Poisoning
Lindsay Lohan just sashayed her way into court -- wearing a "please forgive me" vintage dress, a pair of "don't send me to jail" Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, and some "good girl" Linda Farrow glasses.
Our Lindsay sources tell us ... she's complaining she has food poisoning from some bad shrimp and she was sick all night.
We're told she feels like crap today ... and it's about to get worse.
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Rick Ross Blames Seizures on Lack of Sleep
Rick Ross says he hasn't had a good night's sleep in 5 years -- and claims the lack of ZZZs is what caused him to suffer two seizures in a matter of hours last month.
Ross appeared on BET's "106 & Park" today ... his first interview since he battled through a pair of mid-air seizures back on October 14. Ross says his doctors tested him for cancer, diabetes, HIV and more ... but the tests revealed the rapper is "totally healthy."
In the end, Ross says, "It was a case of me not getting enough rest, enough sleep" ... but now, The Boss says he's making sure to leave room for naps.
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Rihanna K.O.'d by Flu Virus in Sweden
Rihanna is currently hooked up to an IV drip in Sweden ... and has canceled a performance scheduled for tonight ... blaming the whole thing on a case of the flu.
Rihanna was scheduled to perform in Malmö, Sweden -- but a rep for Live Nation claims the show has been canceled because the singer is "not in condition to conduct the concert."
Rihanna tweeted an apology an hour ago, writing, "Sorry Malmo!" -- attaching a picture of her arm with tubes coming out of it.
The singer also released a statement saying, "I am sorry to everyone who was coming out to my show in Malmo [Sweden]. I was so excited to perform for you all."
She adds, "It would have been a great time…so much better than being sick with the flu, ugh! I'm really disappointed I couldn't be there."
Story developing ...
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Raiders Icon Al Davis Died from Bum Ticker
Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis died from a broken heart ... this according to his death certificate obtained by TMZ.
The document reveals three primary causes of death:
A) Ventricular fibrillation -- a dangerously abnormal heart rhythm
B) Congestive heart failure
C) Cardiomyopathy -- heart muscle disease
According to the death certificate, Al died at the Oakland Airport Hilton at 2:45 AM on October 8th.
The document shows Al had been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy years ago ... and suffered a ventricular fibrillation just 15 minutes before his death. Davis also suffered from Merkel cell carcinoma -- an aggressive form of skin cancer.
According to the doc, Davis -- who was involved with the NFL for 60 years -- underwent throat surgery just three days before his death. Davis also had heart surgery in 1996.
Al was 82 when he died.