Idaho Plane Crash Family Dies in Private Aircraft ... Days After Son Filmed Playing Near It
A young Idaho family is dead just days after posting an adorable video of their son circling his bike around their plane ... with no idea they'd perish inside that very aircraft.
The Nampa Police Department announced on Facebook last week that 30-year-old Jestene LeRoy and her husband, Brandon LeRoy, age 43, along with their 23-month-old son Paxton, were all killed when their small private plane nosedived into an unoccupied home just 2 miles into their doomed flight.
Jestene posted the above video of her son, which currently has over 13 million views on TikTok, on July 24th with the caption ... “Imagine growing up riding your bike around your dad’s plane before your dad flies you and your mom wherever you want."
Rahaman Ali Muhammad Ali's Brother Dead at 82
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Muhammad Ali's younger brother, Rahaman Ali, has died.
The Muhammad Ali Center announced Rahaman's death on Saturday ... saying Rahaman passed away the day prior.
A cause of death was not immediately revealed, and the center said funeral arrangements will be announced at a later time.
Kelly Osbourne Check Out My Dad's NSFW Floral Arrangement!!!
Kelly Osbourne is sharing a glimpse at the unorthodox tribute to her late father Ozzy Osbourne at his British estate, where the rocker was laid to rest on Thursday.
Check out the pic the "Fashion Police" alum posted to her Instagram Story -- the tribute is done in complete Ozzy style ... consisting of a lakeside purple floral arrangement spelling "Ozzy F***ing Osbourne". The Black Sabbath icon was reportedly buried near the lake at his family home.
The florals closely resembled the ones placed in his hearse, which traveled through the streets of his hometown, Birmingham, England on Wednesday and was accompanied by his mourning family.
Hulk Hogan Death Certificate Released
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Hulk Hogan's always going to be remembered as one of the most famous wrestlers of all time ... and that even holds true on his death certificate.
TMZ Sports obtained the certification of death for Hulk ... and as you can see, the document lists his occupation as a professional wrestler in the entertainment industry.
Hulk's death certificate lists a bunch of stuff we already knew ... his date and place of death, his birthday, his birthplace, his race, his education, his marital status, his widow's name, his parents' names ... but it's still surreal to see.
Quentin Tarantino Michael Madsen Applauded Me for Firing Lawrence Tierney!!!
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Quentin Tarantino paid homage Friday to the late actor Michael Madsen -- remembering the time Michael applauded him for firing Lawrence Tierney from "Reservoir Dogs"!
The famed director took center stage at a private memorial he hosted at L.A.'s Vista Theatre ... where he regaled the crowd with stories about his ol' pal Michael, who appeared in several of his movies, including "Reservoir Dogs" and "Kill Bill."
But it was Tarantino's story about the former film that really exemplified just who he was as a person.
Brooke Hogan I'm Getting Back Into Music!!!
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Brooke Hogan knows best ... and, right now, what's best for her is getting back into music!
Sources close to Brooke tell TMZ ... after Hulk passed away last week, Brooke reconnected with her ex-boyfriend Yannique Barker -- a record producer and son of the SoBe Entertainment founder Cecile D. Barker. Yannique was the boyfriend Hulk was referring to in the infamous leaked N-word tape.
Brooke was once signed to SoBe ... and, we're told she has now re-signed to the label -- good news since she has nearly an entire album recorded.
Roger Goodell NFL Employee is 'Stable, Improving' ... After Being Shot in NYC
Roger Goodell provided a positive health update on the NFL employee who was shot in Monday's mass shooting in New York City, saying the young man is in stable condition and is showing signs of improvement.
The NFL Commissioner gave his first interview since the tragedy with NBC's Mike Tirico, days after Shane Tamura gunned down four people at 345 Park Avenue, where the NFL's headquarters are located.
NFL employee Craig Clementi was shot in the back during the attack ... and has been recovering at a local hospital. Goodell said he visited CC in the hospital on Wednesday.
Ron DeSantis Aug. 1 Is Hulk Hogan Day ... After WWE Legend's Death
Hulk Hogan is being honored with an entire day in his home state following his death ... as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just declared Friday, August 1, 2025 "Hulk Hogan Day."
DeSantis made the gesture official in a letter released on Thursday ... saying beyond Friday being Hogan Day, he is calling on state flags to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol and other buildings in Pinellas County.
"Hogan was born in Augusta, Georgia, but moved to Tampa at a young age. He began his wrestling career in 1977 and rose to fame after joining World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)," DeSantis wrote.
Hulk Hogan Heart Attack Killed Wrestling Legend
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Hulk Hogan's official cause of death has been revealed ... and it was a heart attack.
Records from the Pinellas County Forensic Science Center show the 71-year-old Hall of Famer died from acute myocardial infarction, according to the NY Post.
The condition is commonly known as a heart attack.
Ozzy Osbourne Stars Arrive to Lay Rocker to Rest at British Estate
Famous musicians poured into Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne's English estate Thursday to lay him to rest with his mourning family just over a week after his shocking death.
The Black Sabbath legend is reportedly being buried near the lake on his 250-acre Buckinghamshire property in a private ceremony that includes some of his closest companions, such as Marilyn Manson and his lead guitarist Zakk Wylde, who recently shared their final text exchange.
Metallica frontman James Hetfield and Sir Elton John were expected to pay their respects as well, the Daily Mail reported. Slipknot lead singer Corey Taylor was also seen on the grounds with his wife Alicia Dove.
OZZY OSBOURNE LONGTIME GUITARIST REVEALS OZZY'S FINAL TEXT
Ozzy Osbourne's go-to guitarist, Zakk Wylde, is pulling back the curtain on the final message he received from the rock legend before his passing.
In a recent interview with Guitar World, Wylde says he got a text from Ozzy shortly after Black Sabbath's final concert in Birmingham, England. The backstage dressing room was packed, so he decided to give Ozzy some space -- assuming he'd see him soon.
The two never ended up seeing each other again ... with Ozzy's last message to Zakk reading, "Zakky, sorry, it was like a madhouse back there. I didn’t see you."
Tommy Brooks Famed Boxing Trainer Dead at 71 ... Coached Holyfield, Tyson
Tommy Brooks -- who trained boxing legends Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson -- passed away this week at 71 years old.
Boxing promoter Lou DiBella announced the sad news on social media, revealing Brooks died Tuesday night following a battle with a "very aggressive" form of cancer.
"Too young," DiBella said when sharing the details. "Great boxing man and even better person, he was just a solid dude."
OZZY OSBOURNE Thousands Pack UK Streets To Say Goodbye ... Sharon Breaks Down in Tears
Ozzy Osbourne's fans are saying one last goodbye to the "Prince of Darkness" ... flooding the streets of his hometown to say farewell before he's laid to rest.
Devoted Osbourne supporters are packing Broad Street in Birmingham, UK for the procession ... with some people arriving in the wee hours of the morning to lock down prime viewing spots.
Hours before the funeral procession and Ozzy Osbourne fans are filling up Birmingham’s Broad Street. “Sod work!!” one told me. pic.twitter.com/8DEpL2tNnz
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Sharon Osbourne appeared visibly emotional as she stepped out of a car alongside her children -- Kelly, Aimee and Jack -- laying a bouquet of flowers atop a growing pile of tributes. She then hugged several people, as chants of "Ozzy" echoed from the crowd.
Ben Affleck & Matt Damon Hulk Hogan Flick Not Happening ... Decision Made Way Before Wrestler's Death
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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck won't be bringing part of Hulk Hogan's life to the big screen after all ... though the decision has nothing to do with his recent tragic passing.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the stars' production company, Artists Equity, isn't moving forward with the project, which hasn't been in development for some time.
We're told the decision was made a while ago -- long before Hulk's passing -- so, the two aren't related to it whatsoever.
What Wesley LePatner's Friends And Family Have Said About Her Death
Midtown Manhattan descended into panic on July 28 when a gunman entered 345 Park Avenue and began firing at various individuals, including an off-duty police officer and a security guard.
One of the people caught up in the harrowing attack was Wesley LePatner, who was confirmed dead when the dust settled.
We're going to check out the background of the victim of the unfortunate incident and see how her colleagues and families have reacted to her passing.
LePatner Was A Major Player In New York City's Real Estate Market
LePatner, who held a degree in History from Yale University, served as the Senior Managing Director of Blackstone, an alternative assets management fund.
The executive also acted as the Global Head of Core+ Real Estate and the the Chief Executive Officer of Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust, which carried a $53 billion net asset value, according to Fortune.
LePatner spoke about her work on Core+ in a 2022 Business Insider profile, where she expressed she'd faced "all the challenges one could imagine when building a multibillion-dollar business."
Prior to joining Blackstone, LePatner began her career at Goldman Sachs, where she spent over a decade working in its real estate division.
Blackstone issued a statement following the executive's passing in which she was described as "deeply respected within our firm."
LePatner Headed Blackstone's Women's Initiative
In addition to her work in Blackstone's real estate sector, LePatner was the head of the company's Women's Initiative, which served to develop programs focused on gender inclusion within the firm.
The executive had plenty of other interests, and she was appointed as a trustee of the Metropolitan Museum Of Art in early 2025.
The Met's CEO, Max Hollein, provided Business Insider with a statement about LePatner's death, describing her as "a person of deep intellect and warmth."
The businesswoman also served on the board of the The Abraham Joshua Heschel School, as well as the UJA-Federation of New York.
LePatner's involvement with the UJA also saw her lead a solidarity mission to Israel, which took place after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks.
She Left Behind A Husband And Two Children
The executive left behind a family, which she started with her husband Evan, whom she met on her first day at Yale, according to the Daily Mail.
LePatner is survived by her parents, her spouse and their two children.
The late businesswoman's family released a statement following her death, saying they "cannot properly express the grief" they've experienced, according to the New York Post.
They also discussed "experiencing an enormous, gaping hole in our hearts that will never be filled" in the statement and pledged to "carry on the remarkable legacy Wesley created."
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Laura Dahlmeier Gold Medal-Winning Olympic Biathlete ... Dead at 31
Laura Dahlmeier -- a former biathlete who competed in two Olympics -- has died ... according to her management team.
Dahlmeier was climbing a mountain in Pakistan when she was struck and killed by falling rocks on Monday. Her climbing partner, Marina Eva, sent a distress signal to authorities, but low visibility and bad weather made it difficult for rescuers to reach the remote area.
When they finally arrived on Tuesday morning, it was too late to help Dahlmeier ... whose management team told CNN she specifically requested no one risk their lives to recover her body in the event of an accident.