TMZ Live 18-Yr. Old Bieber: They Can't Stop Me From Skydiving!

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Justin Bieber celebrated his 18th birthday with us on TMZ Live -- don't worry, he's doing other stuff too. Biebs talked about skydiving and the celeb mansion he's scoping. Side note -- cool or creepy to say you wanna "get with" Justin ... now that he's legal?

Plus, why is it ok to rip Angelina Jolie for being too thin -- but it's taboo to say other celebs are too fat? Double standard much? Also, rapper Jim Jones talks to us about the crazy brawl at his concert ... who's really to blame?

Lane Garrison I Did NOT Beat My Playmate GF

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Lane Garrison insists ... he did NOT beat his Playmate girlfriend Monday night during a heated argument -- telling TMZ Live, cops were called to the couple's L.A. apartment over a massive misunderstanding.

TMZ broke the story -- someone in Lane's apartment complex dialed 911, reporting a domestic violence incident in Lane's apartment. Police showed up, but no one was arrested.

Now, Lane says whoever called 911 jumped the gun -- because Lane never laid a hand on his GF Ashley Mattingly ... and she didn't touch him either.

According to Lane, the couple had been fighting loudly -- Ashley was upset Lane was invited to her ex-boyfriend's funeral and she was not. Lane believes the volume of the argument is what prompted the neighbor to call 911.

Lane added, "I just really wanted to set the record straight ... There was NO domestic violence."

TMZ Live Davy Jones' Heart Attack ... His Final Days

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Davy Jones was doing the things he loved in his final days -- we broke the story about the Monkees singer's death ... now we're talking about his final performances, and his last morning on a Florida horse ranch.

Plus, Davy's bandmate Micky Dolenz has an eerie premonition.

Also, Lane Garrison and his Playmate GF Ashley Mattingly join us to talk about their alleged domestic violence incident. Police showed up, but you gotta hear their explanation ... it's like couples' therapy -- or eavesdropping on couples' therapy.

TMZ Live NASCAR Explosion Great Ratings, But Too Risky?

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The Daytona 500 came to a screeching halt after a massive jet fuel explosion ... that would have been even more spectacular -- if there was a decent shot of the wreck! What went wrong on TV ... and what did the NASCAR drivers ON the track think? One of 'em joins us, y'all.

Plus, Harvey's favorite person in the world ... Gladys Knight ... calls in to tell us what she REALLY thinks about her new "Dancing with the Stars" partner Tristan MacManus -- and Nancy Grace.

Also, shaving your foot bones just to fit into a pair of Jimmy Choos sounds like the dumbest idea ever -- but people actually do it, and guess which shoe hoarder here at TMZ wants it too?

TMZ Live Angelina's Oscars Leg Show ... All for a Dare?

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Angelina Jolie's deliberate leg baring at the Oscars was either lame and desperate -- or perhaps ... a dare?? You gotta hear Harvey's theory and some pretty convincing evidence.

Plus, Diddy's "Black power" chant during NBA All-Star weekend -- innocent call back to the 60s, joke gone wrong ... or something more radical?

And ... Josh Sussman from "Glee" comes in for a "Connect 4" battle royale ... against TMZ's champ, Shevonne. Why did the loser blame Harvey and Charles? Watch and see!

TMZ Live "The Artist" Dog Uggie Fetch Me An Oscars Invite!

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Uggie -- the adorable, four-legged, scene-stealing star of "The Artist" -- dropped in to talk about a real crime ... why he is canine-non-grata at the Oscars!! Ok, his trainer did most of the talking, but you've got to see Harvey's plea to get Uggie an invite.

Plus, "Xena: Warrior Princess" Lucy Lawless calls in from high atop the oil rig she and Greenpeace took over ... and talks about her team's first run-in with the cops that will soon arrest them.

And, Chris Brown could be in deep you-know-what -- we've got video of his accusers telling cops about the alleged phone snatching ... and everyone agrees they sound believable.

TMZ Live Weird Al Super Bowl Show Just Got MORE Awesome

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Weird Al Yankovic is totally on board to perform at the Super Bowl -- and the dude who started the #superAl trend called us to add a Justin Bieber wrinkle that could make this the GREATEST halftime show ... EVER.

Plus, we tried to stop talking about him ... but Chris Brown's accused again! This time he allegedly jacked a girl's cell phone. How many second chances does he get?!

Also, "Biggest Loser" producers took our advice -- now TWO of the contestants behind the mutiny are gone!

Bam Margera I Spent a Night in Jail FOR NOTHING

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Bam Margera still has no idea why he was arrested Monday in New Orleans -- telling TMZ Live, he was hauled to jail ... spent the night behind bars ... but was NEVER booked for a crime.

TMZ broke the story ... Bam was cuffed in the French Quarter after a Mardi Gras party -- when he jumped in to a pool, fully clothed.

But Bam insists, he didn't break the law -- and when he asked why he was brought in to the station in handcuffs, the cops couldn't give him an answer.

When he was released the next morning, Bam says he never received a ticket OR an explanation -- nothing. He's still stumped.

For the record -- we called police in New Orleans, and they didn't have any record of Bam in their system ... meaning he really wasn't booked for anything.

TMZ Live Obama's Singing ... Cool Factor Might Swing Votes

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President Barack Obama's not just singing for fun ... his pipes could actually win over swing voters in the election. Hey, he's got at least one Republican -- in our news room -- thinking twice.

Plus, CM Punk insists his challenge to fight Chris Brown is no joke. The WWE champ calls in to explain why he's not ready to forget what CB did to Rihanna.

Also, Bam Margera phones in to talk about almost getting TASED in a pool! Ahh, Mardi Gras.

TMZ Live Gladys Knight Calls In Harvey & Charles SING BACK-UP

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What's the greatest Motown song of all time -- tough question ... but we got one of the greatest experts ever to weigh-in ... Gladys Knight.

She's also got two new Pips -- Harvey and Charles sing back-up ... or at least they try. And if that wasn't enough -- Stevie Wonder also calls in and gives us his picks.

Also, are Rihanna and Chris Brown pulling the most irresponsible publicity stunt ever?

TMZ Live Whitney's Funeral ... Bobby Comes Out on Top

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Bobby Brown's decision to hightail it out of Whitney Houston's "home going" -- even though he was invited -- was one of the best decisions he's ever made. It's hard to say ... but we think Bobby actually took ... the high road??!! We'll explain.

Pus, Lindsay Lohan thinks her "Saturday Night Live" hosting gig will kick-start a comeback -- wishful thinking? And does she have the dedication and sobriety to pull it off?

Also, ESPN's 30-day suspension of a sportscaster for making a controversial Jeremy Lin comment ... smells like a giant serving of sacrificial lamb. Did the network bow before really listening to what the guy said? We think so.

TMZ Live Whitney Houston Jokes How Soon Is Too Soon?

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Whitney Houston's burial is still days away, but that isn't stopping people from cracking some pretty harsh jokes -- too soon, as they say? Plus, huge debate over flags flying at half-staff for Whitney. Some think it's disrespectful ... and one person in our newsroom is PISSED!

Also, Jennifer Aniston is getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame -- a huge honor ... that only costs $30 Gs! Where's the prestige if it's just about money?

TMZ Live Whitney Houston's Family Searching for a Scapegoat

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Whitney Houston's family and friends are blaming everyone from Bobby Brown to Ray J for steering her down the wrong path. But is it time they face reality? Is Whitney ultimately responsible for her drug problems?

Plus, Charlie Sheen rips Ashton Kutcher and his old pals at "Two & a Half Men." Yeah, he thinks the show sucks now that he's gone ... but you gotta hear how Charlie puts it!

Also, is Hollywood bailing on President Obama? Harvey thinks the power players in town are fed up with Barry O, and he's got the guest list to prove it.

TMZ Live Whitney's Death Premonition Did She Die Happy?

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Whitney Houston foresaw her own death -- that's what several people are saying after hearing Whitney make repeated references to a Bible passage. Brace yourself ... we're reading the Bible in the TMZ newsroom ... and explaining why friends think Whitney had a premonition.

Plus, 8,000 calorie burgers?? Harvey challenges the DOCTOR behind the Heart Attack Grill ... after a customer has an actual heart attack!! You gotta see how the doc became an instant folk hero to our staff.

Also, Kobe Bryant and Vanessa's reunion -- is she stupid to give him another chance?

TMZ Live Whitney's Death Tub Photo Reveals Beauty Secret

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New details in the Whitney Houston death investigation -- and the photo of the bathtub where she died. Strange as it sounds ... something in that photo revealed a beauty secret which Harvey's totally on board with now.

Also, Ryan Seacrest joins us to talk about his absurd Valentine's Day plans including a cupid costume, a harp, and a GONG?!?!

Plus, Bobby Flay's last-minute V-Day recipes -- especially for hot chicks and the fat dudes who love them -- and the one Jeremy Lin nickname that probably crosses the line.

TMZ Live Whitney Houston's Death Rx Pills ... the New Heroin

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Whitney Houston's death is the latest in a string of celeb tragedies -- Michael Jackson, Brittany Murphy, Heath Ledger -- that show prescription drugs can be just as dangerous as illegal narcotics.

Only TMZ has the latest details about what was in Whitney's hotel room ... and what it could reveal about her death.

Plus, several people in the newsroom call radishes on Beyonce's baby pics -- claiming Blue Ivy looks nothing like her parents. Let the debate begin! And, breaking S.I. Swimsuit Issue news ... yes, bikinis are news too.