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A nonverbal 7-year-old girl with autism was found dead in a retention pond near her Texas home Wednesday ... just hours after her mom reported her missing.

People reports Skylar Hopson is believed to have left her Pearland home on foot Wednesday, carrying an iPad. It's unclear who was home at the time of Skylar's disappearance or how she got out, but her mother reportedly called police at approximately 9:40 AM.

Police launched a massive search for the girl, with drones, K-9s and search teams. Hours later, the Pearland Police Department -- with help from the Houston Police Department dive team -- recovered Skylar's body from a nearby pond ... she was declared dead at the scene.

The Georgia teen who allegedly ran over and killed a math teacher during a prank gone wrong may get off scot-free thanks to the victim's family, TMZ has learned.

Lee Darragh, Hall County District Attorney, tells TMZ ... he's conferred with the family of the victim, Jason Hughes, and "their desire to have the charges dropped will be given the greatest consideration along with the facts of the case." Darragh also said he will announce his decision soon after he completes his review of the police investigation.

The tragedy occurred in Gainesville, GA, last Friday, when authorities say 18-year-old student Jayden Wallace and his friends went over to Hughes' house and covered it in toilet paper as part of a prank ... taking part in a season of pranking that's become a tradition at their local high school.

But the situation went sideways after cops said Hughes came on the scene and chased after the teens before, slipping on the rain-soaked street. 

Robert Carradine tragically died before he could shoot a single scene for his last movie ... but he will still be honored by the project, TMZ has learned.

Connie Lamothe, director of "The Driver" -- AKA "Driving into Darkness" -- tells TMZ ... the table read will be on Saturday. Robert’s part -- a lead role -- has not yet been recast, so there’ll be a fill-in. After the reading, there will be a champagne toast to the late actor.

We're also told ... the flick will be dedicated to Robert, along with some sort of tribute at the beginning of the movie.

The family of the Georgia math teacher who died in a prank-gone-wrong is crowdfunding to put his kids through college ... and generous folks have already donated over $483,000 and counting.

Jason Hughes' wife, Krista May, started a GoFundMe with a $75,000 goal to pay for "immediate expenses and a future college fund for his children" ... and money has been pouring in from across the country.

As of this post, the GoFundMe has $483,492 and counting.

Jason's family says ... "Jason's life was a blessing to so many, and his untimely passing will be indescribably difficult for his wife and two young boys for years to come. Please use this opportunity to come alongside them in their time of immediate need and future planning for his children."

Eminem lost a family member ... TMZ has learned his maternal grandmother is dead.

Sources close to the family with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the rapper's grandma, Betty, died Tuesday at her home in Missouri. We're told she died from complications due to breast cancer.

Eminem, we're told, was not with his grandma when she passed.

Betty was the mother of Eminem's mom, Debbie, who died in December 2024 following a battle with advanced lung cancer.

Former New York Jets running back and Super Bowl III winner Matt Snell has died at the age of 84.

ESPN was first to share the news, reporting that Snell's son -- Beau -- said he passed away Tuesday morning on Long Island. No cause of death was given.

Snell spent his entire playing career with Green Gang -- joining the team in 1964 and remaining until his retirement in 1972. In his first season, he took home the AFL Rookie of the Year honors, as well as being named an AFL All-Star.

Robert Carradine was cremated with his ashes to be scattered at sea ... according to his death certificate.

TMZ obtained the late actor's death certificate Tuesday, after he died February 23 by suicide. He was 71.

As we reported ... the actor best known for his roles in "Lizzie McGuire," "Revenge of the Nerds," and "The Long Riders" -- died in an L.A. hospital last month after hanging himself.

It's worth noting, Robert's date of injury is stated to be on January 17, 2026 at the hospital ... over a month before his death, according to the report.

"90 Day Fiance" star Eric Rosenbrook avoided any jail time as part of his operating under the influence case amid his battle over his late child’s autopsy, TMZ has learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Eric pleaded no contest to the charge, and prosecutors dismissed two other charges brought against the TLC star. The court ordered him to pay $968 in fines.

In addition, Eric’s driver's license was suspended for six months and he needs to complete an alcohol assessment program. The charges were related to an incident on July 5, 2025, days after Eric’s wife, Leida Margaretha, called cops to accuse him of abuse.

Mary Cosby's son, Robert Cosby Jr., was laid to rest over the weekend following his sudden death, but the cameras were not rolling ... TMZ has learned.

Sources connected to "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" tell TMZ ... the funeral services held over the weekend in Utah were not filmed for the show's upcoming Season 7. We're told several producers from the series attended the service to pay their respects, though.

The support from the 'RHOSLC' family was strong. Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Heather Gay, Whitney Rose, Bronwyn Newport, Angie Katsanevas, and Britani Bateman all showed up for Mary during the difficult time.

Andy Cohen confirmed on SiriusXM Monday the funeral services were held Saturday and noted in addition to the cast, there were also some notable Bravoleb cameos -- Kyle Richards, Cynthia Bailey, and Shereé Whitfield attended as well. Andy called them "real ones."

"90 Day Fiancé" star Leida Margaretha’s baby daughter Alisa’s death has been deemed "non-accidental," TMZ has confirmed.

Leida’s attorney, Taylor Hart, confirmed the finding from Adams County Health and Human Services Department's initial assessment ... which Starcasm reports states there’s "a preponderance of the evidence to substantiate maltreatment of physical abuse to the infant by the mother."

The Wisconsin report notes no criminal charges have been filed in connection with the baby’s death ... and the investigation remains ongoing.

Jennifer Runyon Corman -- an actress known for her roles in "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge" -- had been battling cancer for months prior to her passing on March 6.

A representative told Us Weekly, the 65-year-old actress "passed away after a 6-month battle with cancer."

They added, "She felt loved and blessed by her family and friends. She was beloved by countless people and will be missed."

Tommy DeCarlo -- lead vocalist for the rock band Boston -- has died.

The singer's family confirmed the news in a Facebook post, writing that he died Monday after a battle with brain cancer.

"He fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end," they wrote.

Jennifer Runyon -- the actress known for her roles in "Ghostbusters and "Charles in Charge" -- has died.

Her family shared the news in a Facebook post, writing, "This past Friday night our beloved Jennifer passed away. It was a long and arduous journey that ended with her surrounded by her family."

They added she will "always be remembered for her love of life and her devotion to her family and friends," ending the tribute with, "Rest in peace our Jenn."

Country Joe McDonald -- the legendary lead singer and co-founder of 1960s psychedelic folk rock band Country Joe and the Fish, best known for the anti-Vietnam War anthem "I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-to-Die Rag" -- has died ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the Woodstock icon died Saturday evening. Details surrounding his death are currently unclear.

McDonald, born Joseph Allen McDonald, became one of the defining voices of the 1960s protest movement. As frontman of Country Joe and the Fish, he helped shape the San Francisco psychedelic scene during rock's most politically charged era.

His 1969 Woodstock performance, which was complete with the crowd-wide "Fish Cheer," remains one of the festival's most unforgettable moments, cementing his place in counterculture history.

James Van Der Beek would have celebrated his 49th birthday Sunday, and his wife Kimberly is marking the milestone with a heartbreaking message.

Kimberly took to Instagram to post a photo of the two together outdoors, writing, "Would be your 49th birthday today. And I'm missing you tremendously."

We broke the story ... the former "Dawson’s Creek" star died February 11 after battling stage 3 colorectal cancer. He revealed his diagnosis in late 2024, sharing that he was undergoing treatment while focusing on time with his loved ones.

Mary Cosby's late son, Robert Cosby Jr., is being remembered as a fiercely devoted son, a man of deep faith and his mom's closest confidante.

An online obituary for the 23-year-old pulls back the curtain on the tight-knit dynamic between "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" star and her only child, describing a bond that ran deep.

"Robert loved his parents with a fierce and unwavering devotion, and his mother was his closest confidante," the tribute reads.