Notre Dame star Manti Te'o had a real-life girlfriend soon after his imaginary one "died" -- we'll tell you why we think this is the real deal.
Plus, let's play "Who's the Baby Daddy" with potential Hollywood sperm donors -- starring Michael Jackson's dermatologist Arnie Klein, who some think fathered Prince ... and Mel Gibson, who some think fathered Jodie Foster's brood.
A woman caught in middle of the Manti Te'o fake-dead-girlfriend hoax goes on TMZ live and gives a first-hand blow-by-blow of an encounter she had with a man who may have been up to his neck in the scam.
Lindsay Lohan is paying her bills by working as a high-priced escort ... so claims a tabloid. But daddy Michael is here LIVE to tell you ... his daughter's no dirty call girl.
Plus, Nicki Minaj desecrates one of the best steaks on Earth by dousing it with A1 -- the etiquette of bringing condiments to fancy restaurants.
And, memba' the 90s rap group Kris Kross? We talk to original member Chris "Mac Daddy" Kelly about why he's STILL wearing his pants backwards 20 years later.
Lindsay Lohan was saved yet again today by Shawn Holley -- but it looks it'll be the last time Shawn comes to her rescue since Lindsay FIRED HER. How screwed is Lindsay now? We'll tell you.
Plus, former "American Idol" contestants Clay Aiken and Constantine Maroulis battle it out -- forcing one undercover Claymate in our office to show his true colors.
And, MMA badass/hottie Felice Herrig joins us (barely clothed) to say she'd be stupid not to use sex to sell tickets to her fights ... and Mike couldn't agree more.
Lindsay Lohan has lost her mind -- she fired the person who's kept her butt out of the slammer on multiple occasions ... attorney Shawn Holley. You won't believe who Lindsay hired to replace her.
Plus, a TMZ camera guy captures a brutal murder outside of a Hollywood nightclub -- and got a clear shot of the killer's face.
And, Ryan Gosling and Justin Timberlake -- they're both hot, rich, talented, and were in the Mickey Mouse Club ... so which one would you rather be?
Lindsay Lohan blasted her co-star James Deen while shooting "The Canyons" ... and the awesome rant was captured on tape! James calls into the show to explains what it was like having Lindsay rip him a new one ... but more importantly ... we ask him if he ever banged Lindsay! br />Plus, Britney Spears is doing Vegas, baby! Maybe. Smart move for Brit to ditch 'X Factor' ... and follow in the (much older) footsteps of Celine Dion and Elton John?
And, the Beyonce GQ cover airbrush controversy continues -- she releases photos of herself in a bikini to prove she's really got the goods ... but you can't see her face. We'll gladly re-investigate this one.
Lindsay Lohan was boozing, driving erratically, and sobbing for mercy while shooting her movie "The Canyons" -- at least according to one report. We talk the movie's producer Braxton Pope to see if it's all true ... or just an unfair smear campaign.
Plus, Britney Spears kisses off $15 MILLION -- turning down a 2nd season of 'X Factor' ... is she nuts to pass up the easy money?? Or is she just that rich? Yeah. She's rich.
And, Beyonce says she can't fathom her own power -- and while most people think it's a ridiculous thing to say ... our guest and star of "A Haunted House" Marlon Wayans couldn't agree with her -- or her perfect butt -- more.
Justin Bieber's taking a new approach to the marijuana controversy -- make 'em laugh about it! We'll tell ya what's going on behind the scenes at SNL as they get ready for Bieber's hosting gig.
Plus, Katherine Webb -- Alabama QB AJ McCarron's incredibly beautiful girlfriend -- is doing everything she can to get out of the spotlight ... and we know why.
And, Lindsay Lohan's dad Michael is furious at her mother Dina's allegations that he raped her during a coke binge in 1990 -- so he joined us to state his case. You buying what he's selling?
Charlie Sheen and LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa have a much different opinion of what happened when they hung out together in Mexico. Was it just a quick photo op -- as the mayor claims -- or a couple guys shooting the you-know-what for several hours?
Plus, "The Bachelor" suddenly has more minorities to choose from ... including one woman who prompted a simply jaw-dropping comment in our newsroom.
And, 'Real Housewives' star Kyle Richards calls in to talk about surviving her new show ... 'Stars in Danger' -- and it sounds like she barely made it. Brace yourself for some painful details.
Justin Bieber gets photographed smoking weed -- and immediately fingers are pointed at JB's pal Lil Twist! Is the rapper really a bad influence ... and does anyone care if 18-yr-old Justin experiments with marijuana?
Plus, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West turn down a $3 MILLION offer for the first pics of their baby!! Are they crazy? Brangelina, J.Lo and lots of other stars cashed in ... why shouldn't K&K?
And, "Best Funeral Ever" -- if you haven't seen it on TV -- get ready to be amazed. We've got the funeral director who turns mourning into a party, and love it or hate it ... you can't look away.
JWoww swears on her fake tan that a picture showing her with a chunky butt was Photoshopped -- so she released a video of her barely-covered backside to prove everyone wrong! Did she succeed ... or just make things worse?
Plus, New York Jets coach Rex Ryan reveals he's got one of the weirdest tattoos of all time -- which looks like his wife wearing Mark Sanchez's jersey. No wonder Tim Tebow's probably on his way out of NYC.
And, the OMG moment on Howie Mandel's show "Mobbed" -- a chick corners her boyfriend with a televised wedding proposal ... which we think is dirty pool ... but did it work? The (happy?) couple joins us.
Justin Bieber and the photog who was killed were very close ... but not in a good way. We'll tell you why people in Justin's camp are now slamming the guy.
Plus, Kathy Griffin thinks her repeated attempts to give Anderson Cooper a mock-BJ on New Year's Eve were hysterical, but the Parents Television Council prez joined us to explain why KG's antics probably scarred millions of kids.
And, Snoop Lion (formerly Snoop Dogg) says he'd rather teach his kids how to smoke pot than have them learn on their own ... you buying what he's selling?
The paparazzo who was hit by a car and killed thought he was documenting a huge Justin Bieber story. One of his closest friends called in to talk about what went down right before the deadly accident.
Plus, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's unborn baby is making tons of money ... for the porn industry! Yeah, it's weird ... but, good or bad, everyone's got something to say about the latest celeb fetus among us.
And, not surprising ... Katt Williams was arrested again. But what is surprising is the lucid, yet controversial, point Katt made about gun ownership and kids.
Mel Gibson doesn't wanna hear about your New Year's resolutions ... 'cause he doesn't believe in 'em! Good idea -- or just a cop out for people who lack the will power to change?? For some reason ... Harvey has strong feelings about this one.
Plus, Anne Hathaway famously bombed as Oscars host last year ... so she's probably not the best person to be giving Seth MacFarlane advice on hosting this year.
Also, Chad Johnson runs to the FBI -- over his sex tape -- and Harvey's willing to bet you can't stump Eric, our music savant! Harv sometimes loses.
Lindsay Lohan, Kim Kardashian, Chris Brown, Rihanna ... they've all got their issues -- so we gave TMZ Live viewers a chance to put 'em on the shrink's couch, and straighten out their fave celeb for 2013!
Of course, Harv and Charles have a few psycho(analysis) tips of their own to add.
TMZ Live -- where anyone can be Dr. Phil for a day!
"Terminator 3" star Nick Stahl was dealt a serious injustice when he got busted for allegedly masturbating in a porn store ... at least according to Harvey. You gotta see why he thinks the arrest is a huge waste of your money!
Plus, is Justin Bieber kicking it with Chris Paul's kid at a Clippers game the sign all of Hollywood's been awaiting?? It's now officially cooler to follow the Clips instead of the Lakers ... maybe.
And the biggest question in rock and roll history -- what really broke up The Beatles? Turns out Yoko Ono's been getting a bum rap for 40 years! See if you agree.
