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Jax Taylor claims the reason his relationship with estranged wife Brittany Cartwright ended is because she slept with his friend ... but now his main focus is to be the person she wants him to be, for the benefit of their young son Cruz.

Jax says in a new podcast interview ... if he could go back and change one thing in his life, it would be the way he handled his reaction -- throwing furniture in a violent fit -- to finding out Brittany had a fling with his friend while they were separated.

Catch these clips ... TMZ obtained an exclusive first look at Jax's appearance on the "We're Out of Time" podcast with addiction and recovery specialist Richard Taite -- and Taite did not hold back on giving "The Valley" star some heavy advice.

There's a reason Chloe Veitch won "Too Hot To Handle" -- just center in on her most recent bikini photo shoot!

Check it out, the English model and media personality -- who hosted Netflix's dating show "Sneaky Links" -- shimmied out of her go-to short dresses and into a red-hot plaid bikini.

Up in the Hollywood Hills, Chloe was (literally) livin' life on the edge -- seen here with her derrière out n' about on the edge of an infinity pool.

Bad Bunny’s out here low-key airing out his dating icks -- and it looks like it's a subtle dig at his ex-girlfriend Kendall Jenner.

The Puerto Rican rapper dropped an IG photo dump Monday, and fans zeroed-in on one low-key-spicy snap -- a hat that reads, "Stop dating people who don’t get your music."

He's not naming names ... but LBR, that hat feels like a jab at Kendall not exactly vibing with him on the deeper stuff -- like his music -- which is the heartbeat of BB's whole world.

Whitney Purvis has been placed on suicide watch at the Georgia jail where she's being held for involuntary manslaughter ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us the "16 and Pregnant" star was medically designated and committed within the jail system after making suicidal comments behind bars. Our sources say she's also undergoing a detox as she withdraws from drug use.

We broke the story ... Purvis was arrested Monday, accused of distributing a dangerous street drug known as "Tranq" -- a lethal mix of fentanyl and xylazine.

Kalani Brown looked ready to be pulled for a chat ahead of the Phoenix Mercury game on Monday -- channeling her inner "Love Island" bombshell as she made her way to the locker rooms!!

The WNBA center arrived in style at the Footprint Center for the showdown against Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings ... rocking a sexy, two-piece orange dress for the occasion.

Brown certainly understood the assignment ... looking stunning before throwing on her jersey and sneakers.

Kris Jenner turned heads in France as she debuted a dramatic new hairstyle while stepping out in style.

The Kardashian-Jenner momager was out in Paris on Monday where she was photographed swapping her signature pixie cut for a sleek, shoulder-grazing bob with fringe -- an elegant twist that perfectly complemented her glam evening look.

Dressed to impress, Kris rocked a form-fitting black dress with long sleeves and a dazzling, stone-encrusted collar. She accessorized the look with a classic black Hermes handbag and strappy open-toe heels.

Whitney Purvis has double the trouble with the authorities -- not only was the "16 and Pregnant" star picked up by local police, but the feds also arrested her and are now investigating the case ... TMZ has learned.

Jae W. Chung, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, tells TMZ ... Whitney was busted Monday by Atlanta-based DEA agents and officers from the Rome Police Department in Georgia.

As we first reported ...Whitney was hit with state charges of involuntary manslaughter and drug offenses in connection with the fentanyl death of John Mark Harris.

Whitney Purvis is in police custody after being arrested for felony involuntary manslaughter involving a fatal overdose ... TMZ has learned.

The "16 and Pregnant" star was busted Monday by sheriff's deputies in Floyd County, GA ... according to online records. The involuntary manslaughter charge is for intentionally distributing a drug called Tranq -- a combo of Fentanyl and Xylazine.

Cops say the Tranq caused the victim -- John Mark Harris -- to suffer a toxic overdose.

The mother of the man who fatally overdosed after allegedly being supplied drugs by "16 and Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis says she’s relieved the former reality star has been arrested and is now off the street.

Lisa Harris, mother of John Mark Harris -- who authorities say was given deadly drugs by Purvis prior to his death -- tells TMZ ... she's glad Whitney is off the street so this kind of tragedy can’t happen to another family because of her alleged actions.

Lisa didn’t hold back while speaking about the tragedy that took her son’s life, saying, "She did this, and as a result, my son is dead." John's mom says his family never knew Whitney, and don't understand the nature of her connection to her son.

"16 and Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis left a lengthy and emotional message on the online obituary page of a man who fatally overdosed on drugs she allegedly supplied ... TMZ has learned.

The heartfelt comment, posted on March 3, was written weeks after the February death of John Mark Harris -- who authorities say was given deadly drugs by Purvis prior to his death.

Purvis wrote ... "John mark, I hate that I found out what happened today and missed your funeral. I wish I could've found out sooner and attended your celebration of life. thank you for being such a great friend to me and always making me feel beautiful and cared for."

Cierra Ortega from "Love Island USA" just got kicked off the show after old posts of her using racial slurs against Asians went viral -- but her family has her full support, backing her up as she goes through the scandal.

Her parents hit up her IG Story on Sunday after her exit, saying that while they weren't brushing off what’s come to light, the week had been one of the toughest they'd ever faced ... and they begged people to show their daughter some compassion.

The post blasted the hate flooding online ... calling it uncalled for and heartbreaking, stressing no one deserves that level of intense hostility, no matter the mistakes they've made.

Erika Jayne lit up the stage over the weekend with a surprise cameo that had the crowd at L.A.’s Kia Forum roaring.

During the Scissor Sisters’ performance of their iconic hit "Let’s Have a Kiki" -- as they opened for Kesha -- "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star stormed the stage, joining in the fun with full glam and signature sass.

Dressed to slay and clearly living for the moment, she sang and danced alongside the band, instantly turning the performance into a fun spectacle.

Kendall Jenner is living her best Euro summer life -- and she’s doing it in style.

The model was spotted partying in Saint-Tropez over the weekend, balancing a $60,000 Hermès Kelly Doll handbag on her head while taking a shot at Loulou Plage & Restaurant.

The playful moment was captured on video by her friend, model Devon Lee Carlson, who shared the clip on Instagram Saturday.

Larsa Pippen just turned another year older -- but judging by her hot shots, she’s only getting hotter, bolder, and a whole lot more unbothered.

"The Real Housewives of Miami" star is celebrating her birthday by lighting up her social media with a series of steamy snapshots that have fans doing a double-take and then a triple-tap.

Whether she was lounging poolside in a barely there bikini, serving legs for days, or giving a smolder that could stop traffic, Larsa made one thing clear -- the birthday girl came to slay.

Larsa’s living her best life and letting the world know she’s not slowing down anytime soon. Scorpio season could never.

Khloé Kardashian and her family were in the Fourth of July spirit this weekend ... enjoying an afternoon of themed sweet treats and good old-fashioned American spirit.

The reality star shared a series of photos on Instagram Saturday from her party for America's Independence Day ... showing off in a red "USA" crop top during what looks like a massive block party.

Khloé shared a ton of photos of her daughter True -- outfitted in a star-spangled ensemble with a matching headband.

Huda Mustafa needs to remember to lean on her friends and family amid all the online hate she's getting ... this according to another former "Love Island" star.

We caught up with Andrea Carmona -- a star on season 6 of the show who was on the receiving end of fan ire during her time on the show from the second she left the villa -- and, she says her support system is the only reason she was able to get through the hard times.

ICYMI ... Huda's been getting hate for her actions on the show -- especially for a few emotional outbursts and allegedly manipulative behavior.