Killer Mike Fires Back at Horford, Kornet In Hawks' Magic City Debate

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Killer Mike is going to bat for Atlanta’s most famous strip club -- firing back at critics of the Atlanta Hawks’ controversial Magic City promotion … and he’s not mincing words.

The Atlanta rapper and activist weighed in on the debate surrounding the team’s “Magic City Monday” theme night -- and made it clear to TMZ Sports that outsiders should mind their business when it comes to ATL culture.

“So you come to Atlanta … and they say they like the girls and the chicken wings, and the city doesn't have a problem with it, shut the f*** up,” Mike said.

He even took a swipe at NBA players who have criticized the idea.

Magic City Hawks Takeover Will Be Fam Friendly ... We Promise!!!

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NO NUDITY, JUST FUN!

Luke Kornet might wanna peep this -- the folks at Magic City are addressing the backlash surrounding their tribute at an upcoming Atlanta Hawks game ... saying the establishment has so much more to offer than just strippers.

Charles chopped it up with manager JuJu Barney and dancer Yaya on "TMZ Live" Wednesday ... where they laid it out as clear as day about what fans can expect on March 16.

"There will be no nudity whatsoever, at all," Barney said. "There will be no signs of nudity, there will be no nudity at all. It's strictly just wings and music and people having a good time."

Giants' Cam Skattebo NYC Strip Clubs Want The Rookie RB After Shirtless Celebration!

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Cam Skattebo's viral shirtless celebration after Thursday Night Football has fans and a few strip clubs losing their minds ... with one spot offering the Giants rookie $10k worth of free dances, and another an offer to strip down and hit the stage!

Skattebo had a big game, rushing for 98 yards, and punching the ball in the end zone 3 times ... and Wonderland Gentlemen's Club clearly tuned in, telling TMZ Sports they want Cameron to swing by the club, and they've made him an enticing offer.

'25 U.S. Ryder Cup Golf Team Free Dances, Party At Strip Club ... Let's Fore-Play!!!

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Team USA golfers and fans of the Red, White and Blue already have a post-Ryder Cup celebration spot lined up, 'cause a popular NYC strip club has made a titillating offer ... now all they've gotta do is win!

The biennial golf showdown is being played this weekend at Bethpage on Long Island, just about 40 miles away from Manhattan's Headquarters Gentleman's Club, and they're pumped.

A spokesperson for the club tells TMZ Sports they're preparing to give U.S. players like Bryson DeChambeau a well-deserved treat -- if they emerge victorious.

Sydney Sweeney AE Ad Strip Club Hosting 'Great Jeans' Contest ... Pretty Faces and Rear Ends Welcome!!!

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If you've got jeans even greater than Sydney Sweeney's ... a Chicago strip club wants to see 'em!

Get this -- the world-famous Admiral Theatre is seam-ingly getting in on the drama surrounding Sydney's American Eagle ad ... hosting "The Great Jeans Contest" as well as a look-alike contest this coming Saturday.

The best part? Each winner will walk away with $2,500 in cash and prizes! So ... if you've got a pretty face, tight rear end or maybe even both ... looks like the Admiral wants to see you there.

Jermaine Dupri I'm Sick Of Strippers Doing Gun Dances ... Music's Too Slow For The Pole!!!

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Jermaine Dupri thinks it's time rap music gets its groove back ... strippers don't dance no more -- all they do is finger-gun gestures!!!

TMZ Hip Hop obtained video from Wednesday night of the So So Def founder in Hollywood at Grandmaster Recorders, where he hosted an exclusive mixer for DJs and tastemakers to preview his new album inspired by the Magic City documentary.

JD ranted against strippers doing their best Ja Morant impression with the gun dances when they should be dropping it low on the pole!!! He got platinum-selling producer DJ Toomp to agree with him in the crowd.

Exotic Male Dancer 'The Punisher' I Didn't See Any Crimes With Diddy

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Sharay Hayes, an exotic male dancer known as "The Punisher," tells us he's unsure why federal prosecutors called him as a witness in the Diddy trial ... because he says he never saw Diddy do anything that seemed illegal and thinks his testimony may have actually helped the defense.

"The Punisher" joined us on "TMZ Live" Wednesday and we asked him if prosecutors gave him any indication why they wanted to get him on the stand, because his testimony Tuesday left many people wondering how prosecutors thought it related to any of the charges against Diddy.

Hayes says he is still confused as to why his testimony was necessary ... telling us he let prosecutors know from the jump he didn't see anything that looked criminal during his sexual interactions with Diddy and Cassie.

Diddy 'Sex Slave' Ex-Wife Says His Life Was 'Destroyed' by Music Mogul

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The ex-wife of Diddy "sex slave" Jonathan Oddi is speaking out, saying her former spouse still fears the disgraced music mogul -- even while he's locked away behind bars.

Oddi’s ex, Tonia Troutwine, tells TMZ … Jonathan is still afraid of Diddy and fears retaliation from the Bad Boy Records CEO, despite sitting in a cell at the Miami-Dade County Jail in Florida.

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But get this … Tonia says Oddi does feel somewhat relaxed and protected in jail because he’s far away from Diddy, who is currently on trial in NYC for racketeering, sex trafficking and other federal crimes -- sitting in his own jail cell in Brooklyn.

David Geffen Files For Divorce ... No Prenup

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Entertainment mogul David Geffen has filed for divorce, to end his less-than-2-year marriage.

David married David Armstrong, aka Donovan Michaels -- a name he used when he performed as a go-go dancer -- 1 year, 11 months ago.

David, with the help of Disso Queen Laura Wasser, cited irreconcilable differences for the split.

Florida Man Trump Hotel Shooter's Diddy Sex-for-Hire Claims Resurface

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Details of Diddy's alleged "freak-offs" have been coming out in public for months ... and now a man who shot up a Trump hotel in Florida years ago and made wild claims about Diddy and Cassie at the time is seeing his story re-examined in context.

Jonathan Oddi -- who's currently incarcerated in Miami -- dropped some sensational allegations in an exclusive "Banfield" segment on NewsNation Tuesday night, claiming he had been hired years ago by Diddy as a "sex slave" to get it on with Cassie ... and some of his assertions are similar to previous reports about the couple's proclivities.

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In May 2018, a masked Oddi walked into the Trump National Doral Miami Hotel and Resort and fired his Glock pistol a bunch of times into the ceiling, then draped an American flag over the front desk and started breaking computers ... and when responding officers showed up, he fired at them, prompting a massive shootout with five cops. He fired at least 16 times ... and was arrested after being shot in his legs.

Jen Affleck Down & Dirty at Chippendales ... Hubby-Approved

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Jen Affleck has once again joined the world of male stripping in Vegas … this time, with the newfound support of hubby Zac Affleck.

Check out this exclusive video of Jen joining the steamy studs on stage – dancing, smiling, and showing off her pregnant belly – as "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star is whisked around in a red throne while the chiseled, chest-exposing dancers perform all around her at their new home at The LINQ Hotel in Las Vegas.

This is not her first appearance at the show … in an infamously known moment in the first season, her morality was questioned by her fan-hated hubby … but it seems her Mormon man has had a change of heart.

Farrah Abraham Nails Stand-Up Comedy Debut ... Throuples, Politics & More

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All good things don’t come in threes -- well, according to Farrah Abraham, who made her stand-up comedy debut in NYC with a cheeky "throuple" joke.

We’ve got a clip of her best bits -- Farrah was flexing her comedy chops onstage at the New York Spearmint Rhino Gentlemen's Club Thursday as she joked about everything from her dating life to court hearings, took a few jabs at the haters ... and even threw in some political humor for good measure.

Farrah pulled out all the stops -- literally -- throwing cash at the sold-out crowd. And, we’re told some fans even flew in from out of town just to snag the $250 meet-and-greet package, which included a lap dance and a photo.

Farrah Abraham My Stand-Up Debut Guest List Is Epic ... Includes Major 'SNL' Comedian!!!

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Farrah Abraham is just one day away from making her big career switch to comedy ... and she's been getting tips from some seasoned pros in the game!

We caught up with Farrah in between rehearsals for her big stand-up debut at the Spearmint Rhino New York -- which, BTW, includes a lap dance for VIP ticketholders -- and she revealed a major 'SNL' comedian is swinging by to show some love.

Catch the clip -- 'cause while she’s keeping the 'SNL' name under wraps, she’s spilling on the other big industry insiders showing up … including a costar from her "Teen Mom" roots.

'NYPD Stripper' Rapper & Director Vid Was 100% Professional ... Hired Detective From Casting Agency!!!

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S-Quire and Picture Perfect, the rapper and director behind the week's hottest rap music video, aren't celebrating the viral moment their video vixen turned out to be an NYPD detective ... she was such a pro, they hired her from a legit casting agency!!!

TMZ Hip Hop spoke to both artists about their "Doin That" video, now infamous for Detective Melissa Mercado's thong-twerking and pole-dancing moves inside a strip club rented out for the video.

S-Quire says having the "cop rap video" is not a tag he wants on his jacket and reveals the onscreen chemistry he and Mercado shared was simply showmanship ... which you can see in the BTS footage below.

Bhad Bhabie's BF Le Vaughn Shot at Strip Club

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Bhad Bhabie's on-and-off BF, and father of her child, is recovering from a shooting incident that started inside an L.A. strip club ... TMZ has learned.

Le Vaughn was shot early Wednesday morning while he was inside Sam's Hofbrau near downtown L.A. -- according to multiple sources, 2 groups of guys got into an altercation while enjoying the entertainment, and someone opened fire.

LAPD says the action spilled outside, and several more shots popped off, with 2 people getting hit -- Le Vaughn was hit in the hand, and another person was shot in the shoulder.

Lil Wayne Ditching Super Bowl ... And Strip Club Wants Him Bad!!!

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Lil Wayne appears to have a schedule opening this Sunday after announcing he'll be M-I-A at the Super Bowl -- and one strip joint is requesting his "Lollipop" services!!!

Mike Dickinson, the club operator for The Pony in Lexington, Kentucky tells TMZ Hip Hop ... “Lil Wayne is NEW ORLEANS culture and music. His hits get the party started everywhere they’re played especially at Pony Lexington where our entertainers and guests love him."

"We thought he should have been the halftime show so when he wasn’t we invited him!!!"