TMZ Live Smokey Robinson Fired Up Over Beyonce

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Beyonce haters run for cover ... 'cause Motown legend Smokey Robinson joined us today to defend her honor in the Inauguration lip-sync controversy -- and he's especially calling out Harvey for bashing B!

Plus, Snoop Lion allegedly duped the Rasta community -- according to a reggae superstar -- but director/actor Eli Roth claims Snoop's the real deal. You gotta hear what he says about working with Mr. Dogg ... uh, Lion.

Also, openly gay Matt Bomer is up for the lead in the "Fifty Shades of Grey" movie -- can he pull it off? Would women buy him playing such an extremely hetero character?

TMZ Live Beyonce's Nat'l Anthem National Disgrace?

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Beyonce's lip-synched "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the Inauguration has some people (*cough* Harvey) up in arms!!! Especially because Kelly Clarkson belted her song out, LIVE. Is B's fake anthem such a big deal?

Plus, Lindsay Lohan turns down big money from "Dancing With the Stars" -- think she'll regret that move the next time a bill collector comes knockin'?

And, Alabama QB AJ McCarron's super hot girlfriend Katherine Webb is finally going Hollywood ... with his permission, of course.

TMZ Live How Katie Couric Landed Manti Te'o

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Notre Dame star and fake bf Manti Te'o will do his first on-camera interview about his fake-dead girlfriend with Katie Couric -- who's not exactly huge in the sports world ... but we'll tell you how she scored this one.

Plus, Matt McConaughey -- aka Lance Armstrong's BFF -- says we shouldn't be pissed about Lance being a big fat liar. Is he just trying to cover for his pal?

And, Michelle Obama's bangs were the talk of the inauguration -- but her new 'do wasn't the only hairstyle that stood out. Turns out flat top fades are coming back ... which, for some reason, has some people seriously pissed.

TMZ Live Manti Te'o's Real-Life GF

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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.

TMZ Live Manti Te'o Hoax Whistleblower Speaks Out

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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.

TMZ Live Lindsay Lohan -- Really a High-Priced Escort?

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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.

TMZ Live Lindsay Lohan Saved for the Last Time

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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.

TMZ Live Lindsay Lohan Biggest Mistake Of Her Life

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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?

James Deen Did You Bang Lindsay Lohan?

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James Deen sounds like a man with a secret ... 'cause when we asked "The Canyons" star if he ever hooked up with his co-star Lindsay Lohan on the set of the film ... he didn't say "No."

Deen called in to "TMZ Live" on Friday to discuss Lindsay's on-set tirade directed at him ... when we asked if the argument could've stemmed from sexual tension.

After all ... it's not uncommon for a leading man to sleep with his leading lady ... especially when the leading man is a very active, very "talented" porn star.

Deen wouldn't give a definitive answer ... instead playfully tried to deflect, deflect and deflect.

So ... we gotta ask ...

TMZ Live Lindsay on Tape ... RIPPING Her Co-Star

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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.

TMZ Live Lindsay Lohan Boozy Terror On Set?

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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.

TMZ Live Justin Bieber Open Season on Pot Jokes

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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?

TMZ Live Charlie & the Mayor Party Photo Controversy

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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.

TMZ Live Bieber Smokes ... Lil Twist Gets Burned

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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.

TMZ Live JWoww That Ain't MY Fat Ass

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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.

TMZ Live Justin Bieber "Harassed" by Dead Photog

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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?