TMZ Live James Holmes Colo. Shooter's Secret Life

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James Holmes' bizarre court appearance has everyone wondering -- is the Colorado movie shooter setting up an insanity defense? From what we've uncovered about his life in the weeks leading up to the massacre ... Holmes will have a hard time selling that BS to a jury.

Plus, Penn State's crushing punishment for the Sandusky child rape scandal -- too harsh, or too lenient? Former PSU football star Matt Hahn played for Joe Paterno ... and joined us to explain why some people are still defending the disgraced coach.

Also, Mariah Carey is your next "American Idol" judge, and we'll tell you why this could be an awesome train wreck to observe.

TMZ Live James Holmes Portrait of the 'Batman' Shooter

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James Holmes breaks the mold on shooting spree suspects -- and our extensive research on the "Dark Knight Rises" gunman proves it. We'll tell you what we've uncovered about his college days, his relationship with neighbors, and the elaborate booby trap in his apartment.

Plus, 2 survivors from the Colorado movie theater call in to tell their chilling accounts of the shooting, and the chaos they witnessed as Holmes opened fire.

Also ... will YOU go to the movies this weekend? That's the question millions of people are facing -- and we've got everyone voicing their opinion.

TMZ Live Fred Willard ... Fired Too Soon?

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Fred Willard says he wasn't doing anything wrong in that porn theater -- problem is ... PBS already 86'd him. Did they jump the gun ... and is this kind of arrest a waste of time and money? We have some answers that might surprise you.

Plus, there's NO WAY Michael Vick should be allowed to own a dog again! That's what the ASPCA ... and a lot of other people think about the news Vick wants to get a puppy for his kids.

Also, Taylor Armstrong drops by to explain why being trapped on a boat with hundreds of 'Real Housewives' fans is actually a good thing. If she says so ...

TMZ Live Matthew Modine Chill Out, 'Dark Knight' Fans

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"The Dark Knight Rises" fans are losing their minds -- attacking critics and shutting down websites that say anything negative about the flick -- so we got one of stars, Matthew Modine, to weigh in on the craze ... and talk more smack about that other superhero movie.

Plus, new details about Sage's Stallone's death -- what was in 60 oversized pill bottles found in his bedroom ... and what Sylvester Stallone's doing to investigate.

Also, TWO Kardashians on the new Forbes list of highest paid TV "actresses??" Yes ... actresses. Tina Fey's gotta be PISSED!!

TMZ Live Tom Cruise ... Daddy Time with Suri

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Tom Cruise reunites with Suri for the first time since Katie Holmes filed for divorce -- but we found out there was no face-to-face contact with Katie. Bad blood?

Plus, Eddie Griffin calls in to explain why hurling the words "dyke bitch" at a woman isn't homophobic at all -- at least he thinks so. This is one argument you gotta see ... then judge for yourself.

And, Jennifer Lopez is incredibly beautiful, talented -- and full of herself -- 'cause the icons she picked to fill her seat on "American Idol" are ... well ... just watch.

TMZ Live LiLo's New Sibling Uh-Oh, Dad Did it Again!

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Lindsay Lohan might not be thrilled her dad, Michael Lohan is having a baby with Kate Major -- especially because Kate had a restraining order against him! But Michael joined us today to explain why there was nothing illegal about his baby-making hook-up session.

Plus, President Obama or George Clooney -- who'd ya rather ... hang with for a weekend? The White House is awesome, but Clooney's got Lake Como. Charles makes his pick, and Harvey is appalled!

Also, Suri Cruise in tears over the puppy she couldn't get -- and it could be a bad sign of what's to come now that Tom and Katie are divorcing. It's Parenting 101 ... TMZ style!

TMZ Live Jennifer Lopez Ditches ... Seacrest Left Holding Bag

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Jennifer Lopez bails on "American Idol" one day after Steven Tyler quit -- and Randy Jackson is hanging by a thread ... potentially leaving Ryan Seacrest all alone. How can 'Idol' survive huge changes? We've got a few ideas.

Plus, U.S. Olympians party their faces off! On the heels of soccer star Hope Solo's drunk confession -- snowboarder Louie Vito calls in to reveal the truth about sex and booze binging in the Olympic Village.

Also, God bless Paulina Gretzky. She's using the Kim Kardashian formula for success, but she's doing it without a sex tape ... so far.

TMZ Live Joe Paterno NAILED by Investigators

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Investigators dropped the hammer on Joe Paterno and a handful of Penn State honchos for covering up the Jerry Sandusky scandal -- but will there be any repercussions? There could be one HUGE punishment ... we'll discuss.

Plus, Kim Kardashian, come get some! MMA champ Ronda Rousey thinks KK is a horrible role model for little girls ... and she's willing to fight about it.

And Steven Tyler steals J.Lo's thunder by quitting "American Idol" -- does this mean more $$$ for her, or a sure sign she's pulling out too? We've got a theory and we know the one person who's unfazed by the falling dominoes.

TMZ Live Charlie Sheen ... Here Comes the 'Idol' Judge?

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We're pretty sure it started as a joke ... but now that Charlie Sheen seems into it -- could he be the next "American Idol" judge? We think it's not the worst idea ever.

Plus, Daniel Tosh apologizes for spewing rape jokes at a female heckler during a stand-up gig! Did Tosh cross the line, was she wrong to heckle him ... or is this all par for the course in comedy?

Also ... video of "Iron Chef" Cat Cora going on a bizarre anti-nerd rant after her DUI crash -- and how she ended up taking the sexiest mug shot we've ever seen.

TMZ Live Kris & Myla NO Daddy Duty ... Just a "Friend"

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Kris Humphries' ex-girlfriend now says she is absolutely NOT pregnant -- but what took Myla Sinanaj so long to say so? Myla called in to tell us how she broke the news to Kris ... and if there's any chance they'll get back together?

Plus, Jennifer Lopez, Steven Tyler and Randy Jackson could all be gone next season -- but does anyone really think can Charlie Sheen save "American Idol"??

Also, how Suri Cruise did save Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise from a lengthy divorce war.

TMZ Live Justin Bieber Too Fast ... Too Dangerous?

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Justin Bieber's 911 call in the middle of his high speed chase proves he really was concerned about paparazzi trailing him -- but is that a good enough excuse to weave through traffic at 100 mph?? We'll tell you what police think of Justin's antics.

Plus, rapper 40 Glocc rips into The Game for "jumping" him and videotaping the beating. You gotta see what happens 40 calls in to challenge Game ... and Game goes M.I.A.!

Also, is Wayne Brady gonna have to choke Bill Maher? Brady wants to ... and it's all over an insulting comment about President Obama. Is Wayne overreacting to a bad joke?

Lil' Scrappy Closeted Gays Spread AIDS

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Rapper Lil Scrappy believes gay men like Frank Ocean are the "doorway to AIDS" ... and wants more closeted homosexuals to "come out" so it can't be spread to straight people.

Scrappy -- who now stars on VH1's "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" -- was on "TMZ Live" this week to talk about Ocean's revelation ... when he explained why he completely SUPPORTS the R&B singer.

"I'm glad that he came out ... so all the real women that love to mess with real men, straight men, we can keep the AIDS situation down, you feel me?"

Scrappy continued, "[homosexuality] is a doorway to AIDS, scientifically."

As for the facts, there is evidence that shows men who have sex with men are at an increased risk of contracting HIV. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, men who have sex with men accounted for 61% of all new HIV infections in 2009.

Despite his opinions, Scrappy says he has no reservations about working with Ocean if the opportunity arises -- telling us he would "jump on a track like it was yesterday."

TMZ Live Justin Bieber ... Controversy After 80 MPH Bust

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Justin Bieber or the paparazzi -- who's really to blame for a 100 mph chase on an LA freeway? City Councilman Dennis Zine witnessed the insanity and dialed 911. You gotta hear him explain why he thinks cops should've arrested Bieber!

Plus, Kris Humphries' ex girlfriend is showing what looks like a major baby bump. Kris and Myla Sinanaj have been at war, but we'll tell you about a BIG change in their relationship ... besides her getting knocked up, that is.

Also, everyone's fired up over Morgan Freeman's claim that Barack Obama is NOT the first Black president because his mom was white!

TMZ Live Tom & Katie Divorce Was She Cool with Scientology?

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Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise are NOT splitting over Scientology -- according to Tom's people -- but one thing that's indisputable ... Katie is one smiley divorcée-to-be! We'll tell you why.

Plus, we knew Frank Ocean's decision to reveal he's gay wouldn't sit well with much of the hip-hop community - but we we're still shocked by rapper Lil Scrappy's reaction. You've got to see what he said about gays and AIDS.

Also, Heidi Klum's awesome 4th of July photo ... is the revealing pic a message to Seal? If it is, we say -- SEND MORE!!!

TMZ Live Tom Cruise Divorce Katie Leaving with ZILCH

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Happy 50th birthday, Tom Cruise! Even though Katie Holmes just filed for divorce ... we'll tell you why Tom still has a couple of BIG things he can celebrate today -- and no, "Rock of Ages" is NOT one of them.

Plus, R. Kelly says Ryan Gosling -- in "The Notebook" -- forced made him to get divorced ... but that's news to his ex-wife! Andrea Kelly joins us with her take on what their breakup.

Also, baseball Hall of Famer Jim Palmer and his wife call in to explain why he's unloading his trophies -- and why she banned them from their house! Wow ... did we mention he's in the Hall of Fame??

TMZ Live Tom Cruise Divorce ... Katie's Scientology Fears

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Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes' divorce comes down to one thing -- Scientology ... and Katie's fears about Suri getting more involved in it. We'll explain when and why things took a turn for the worse in the Cruise household.

Plus, Mel Gibson's accused of losing his cool -- again ... this time with his 78-year-old stepmom. Even by Mel standards this is a crazy lawsuit.

Also, Brad Pitt's brother gets his turn in the spotlight ... it's hysterical -- and a new addition to the TMZ Live fam joins Harv!