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Neil Diamond Honored by Caroline 'Touching You, Touching Me' The Neil Diamond-Creep Debate

Published December 28, 2011 9:00 AM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:09 PM PDT

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Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" sounds kinda creepy when you realize it's about a 4-year-old Caroline Kennedy -- but we reveal the truth behind the seductive lyrics.

And, Rachel Uchitel's baby registry ... Harvey is flabbergasted over a $1,000 stroller, $300 breast pump and a $500 high chair... but parents call BS on Harvey ...

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TMZ Live Maria's Second Thoughts Trigger Nuclear TMZ Argument

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Published December 27, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:08 PM PDT

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Maria Shriver's second thoughts about dropping her divorce case against Arnold Schwarzenegger triggered a furious debate. Are you buyin' Harvey's argument, that it's not that different from Hillary Clinton sticking with Bill after that whole cigar thing?

And Jerry Sandusky's lawyer angling for his client to appear on an Oprah special .... Jason says it's good P.R. ... in Harvey's opinion, it's malpractice.

TMZ Live Check Out Our New Air Jordans!!

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Published December 23, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated May 12, 2019 6:20 PM PDT

TMZ Live -- Riots Over Air Jordans And We Got :: 122311-tmzlive

Sneaker addicts waited in line for days ... some even got violent, but we scored our own pair of brand new Air Jordans -- and you gotta see what we did with 'em!

Plus, Lindsey Vonn says she's open to dating Tim Tebow -- but what's the point? Would YOU date someone who's not down with premarital sex?

Plus, P!nk saves a dog, Harvey tries to thank her on Twitter -- and it all blows up in his face. We'll clear up the tweet that got everyone fired up.

TMZ Live Adam Lambert Man-On-Man Fight No Laughing Matter

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Published December 22, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:05 PM PDT

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No one laughs when a man hits his wife or girlfriend -- so why is it cool for Adam Lambert to joke about a fist fight with his boyfriend? Violence is violence, so ...

Plus, David and Goliath, 2011 edition --an Illinois pastor battles Adidas over a trademark. It's corporate greed versus a tiny church doing good ... and we get the pastor on the line.

Also, Casey Anthony sued by the man her lawyers fingered with killing Caylee -- sparking a huge debate: do defense lawyers cross the line just to save their clients?

TMZ Live 'Trapped in the Closet' Sequel Somebody Give R.Kelly Money!!!

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Published December 21, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:04 PM PDT

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R. Kelly needs money and he needs it now -- that is if the world wants to see his 32 new chapters of the "Trapped in the Closet" saga. So ... get this man some cash, or is it time to move on?

Plus, the Kardashian empire takes a hit from a human rights group over alleged "slave labor" in a Chinese factory where they make clothes. The guy who's accusing them calls in ... see why we think there's a few key facts missing from this story.

TMZ Live Learning from Kobe's Divorce Marriage Is a Scam, UNLESS ...

By TMZ Staff

Published December 20, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:03 PM PDT

TMZ Live -- If Kobe Taught Us Anything it's Marriage :: 122011-tmzlive

Kobe Bryant's divorce and future spousal support payments triggered a nasty debate -- is marriage just a scam designed to dupe men out of their hard-earned money?

Plus, Vanessa Bryant's ex-step dad joins us, and insists Vanessa's mother taught her how to be a gold digger! Parents, married people, singles, callers and TMZers -- everyone's pissed off today.

You gotta see it!

Ex-NYU Professor James Franco Was Lucky He Passed

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Published December 19, 2011 2:26 PM PST | Updated May 12, 2019 6:14 PM PDT

Video: EX-NYU Professor: Franco Got Away with Murder

James Franco wasn't just lucky to get a "D" in his NYU acting class ... he was lucky to graduate -- this according to the professor who says the University fired him for sticking the actor with a low grade.

José Angel Santana and his lawyer, Matt Blit, called in to TMZ Live today, claiming NYU was shameless in its special treatment of Franco.

Santana claimed, "I saw what every other student did during [the 3 years I was there], and I saw what [Franco] did at that time, and there's no comparison."

That said -- Santana said he actually likes James Franco ... telling us, "When he was in my classes he was a model student." Problem is ... Franco only attended 2 out of 14.

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TMZ Live Kobe Bryant: Impervious to Tiger Woods Curse

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Published December 19, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:02 PM PDT

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Don't expect Kobe Bryant's game to go in the toilet after his divorce (cough, Tiger ) -- in fact, there's good reason to bet he'll actually perform BETTER sans Vanessa.

Plus, James Franco's ex-professor joins us to explain why he had to give the actor a "D" -- and takes a silent potshot at his former student. Also, Britney Spears' 3-carat engagement ring seems tiny for her ... but we'll explain why it's actually a perfect fit.

TMZ Live Mark Cuban NBA's No Place for a Lady ... Yet

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Published December 16, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 7:00 PM PDT

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A woman WILL coach an NBA team ... just not yet, according to Mark Cuban. The Dallas Mavericks owner joined us today, and actually thinks there will be an openly gay NBA player before a woman coaches ... and you'll never guess why.

Plus, we break details on Britney Spears' swanky Las Vegas engagement party -- and explain why marriage to Jason Trawick is going to have a huge effect on her future.

Also, KLM Airlines "social" seating -- great idea for lonely guys, but nuisance for hot chicks? And Whoopi Goldberg's chemical warfare at "The View" leads to some gassy confessions here in our newsroom.

Simon Cowell Howard Stern Ain't Stupid -- He'll Behave on 'Talent'

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Published December 15, 2011 2:22 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:59 PM PDT

Video: Simon Cowell -- Howard Stern Ain't Stupid, He'll Behave on 'Talent'

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"American's Got Talent" honcho Simon Cowell thinks the Parents Television Council has NOTHING to worry about now that Howard Stern is joining the show ... telling TMZ, "If he goes too far, he'll be kicked off."

Cowell just called in to "TMZ Live" ... telling us he thinks Stern is way too smart to cross the line on the show -- "He's not stupid, this guy."

"AGT" judge Howie Mandel also called in ... telling us the PTC is "ignorant" for attacking Stern ... claiming, "It's ridiculous to think that he's bringing the Sirius show to 'America's Got Talent'."

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TMZ Live Simon & Howie vs Angry Parents ... Showdown Over Howard Stern

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Published December 15, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:59 PM PDT

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"America's Got Talent" honcho Simon Cowell and judge Howie Mandel backed up Howard Stern today ... big time! We got 'em standing up to the President of the Parents TV Council ... who's seriously bent about Stern's move to NBC..

Plus, Dan Patrick tells us why the Chris Paul trade (take 2) makes the impossible seem possible -- LA could really become a CLIPPER town! Also, Babawa Walters' retirement "fib" at the White House ... and why everyone's afraid to get married.

TMZ Live Protesting Time's Person of the Year

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Published December 14, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:58 PM PDT

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Time's Person of the Year is "The Protester" -- and we protest that selection! Harvey thinks someone else is more deserving ... despite his own protest experience. You gotta see the 1969 footage of Harv in action.

Plus, Joan Rivers calls to talk about daughter Melissa's new BF ... porn honcho Steven Hirsch -- and we can sum up her reaction with one word. Lube. Just watch ... she'll explain.

Also, Lindsay Lohan's savior -- and Harvey's run-in with a fearsome Chicago gang ... of 12-year-olds??

TMZ Live Snoop Smoking On Stage ... Why Cops Don't Care

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Published December 13, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:57 PM PDT

TMZ Live -- Snoop Smoking On Stage Why Cops Don't :: 121311-tmzlive

Snoop Dogg can smoke whatever the hell he wants on stage -- at least that's what rap legend Flesh-n-Bone tells us -- and we've got some evidence to back it up ... some cops really do give weed-smoking rappers special treatment.

Plus, Jerry Sandusky needs a new lawyer ... FAST ... because his current one might have made a fatal error today by waiving the former Penn State coach's right to a preliminary trial. We'll explain.

Plus, South Korea's offensive new skyscraper design -- it looks just like the World Trade Center exploding. Is there an acceptable explanation?!

TMZ Live Is Tim Tebow Saving Religion?

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Published December 12, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:56 PM PDT

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Tim Tebow's string of amazing comebacks has made him more than just a football star ... he's a bonafide religious icon. But does he have Pope-esque potential? Another religious sports star -- NASCAR driver Michael Waltrip joins our debate.

Plus, Alec Baldwin tried to get the last laugh on American Airlines with his SNL skit -- and, surprisingly, some people think he did. And ... Lindsay Lohan's idea of walking around money is $10,000 ... CASH?? Something's not adding up here.

TMZ Live Suing Over 'Avatar' -- Don't Waste Your Breath

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Published December 9, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated May 12, 2019 6:01 PM PDT

The sci-fi geek suing James Cameron for stealing the "Avatar" idea might have a case -- but most likely ... he's wasting his time.

And, Khloe Kardashian's hubby Lamar Odom on the outs with the Lakers after the Chris Paul trade fails. What's next for Lamar and the Lakers? Former NBA star Olden Polynice joins us and blasts commissioner Stern.

Plus, Kris Humphries leaves everybody dumbfounded after his strange GMA interview.

TMZ Live Charlie Sheen's Big Money Defense for Brooke Mueller

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Published December 8, 2011 12:30 PM PST | Updated June 15, 2019 6:53 PM PDT

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Charlie Sheen thinks his ex, Brooke Mueller, would never sell drugs because he gives her a ton of money -- but does wealth mean you can't sell drugs?

Plus … Kris Humphries gets a fix-up from Tony Siragusa, host of "Man Caves." Tony tells us all about the new toys he installed to help KH get over Kim K's "phat juicy ass."

Also Rick Perry thinks Barack Obama is waging "war against religion" -- and Howard E. Scott from War is pissed about the group's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snub.

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