Turns out One Direction's biggest fear is an ass-whuuping from The Wanted! Do boy bands really get down like that? We have details on their showdown ... plus, Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell reveals how Justin Timberlake talked smack the first time BB met *N Sync!
Plus, the controversial American Idol "save" of Jessica Sanchez -- everyone's wondering if it was all set up before the show ... so, we're going right to the source. 'Idol' honcho Nigel Lythgoe! Also, why Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are finally giving in and tying the knot.
How many times can Mel Gibson spew racist slurs, burst into violent tantrums ... and still be forgiven? That's what everyone's wondering after reading Joe Eszterhas' outrageous accusations. Plus, why Gibson's gonna need a plan B if he really wants to make that 'Maccabees' movie.
Also, LiLo's attorney Shawn Holley knows all about juries -- she worked on O.J. Simpson's murder defense team -- and she's breaking down the Trayvon Martin case. Don't kid yourself ... RACE will be the biggest factor in George Zimmerman's trial.
"The Hunger Games" star Alexander Ludwig's night on the town could land a Hollywood nightclub in big trouble with Cali booze officials. We'll show you how the 19-year-old might have gotten into the club. One hint: hot dogs!
Plus, the One Direction boy band war -- who owns the name ... the Brits or the US version of the group? Two of the 1Ders joined us to sound off about the lawsuit. Also, Stacy Keibler slips into George Clooney's kryptonite -- wedding dresses! Is she about to be 86'd?
Howard Stern's army of fans are taking over "America's Got Talent" -- and judge Howie Mandel called in to tell us how the chaos is changing things up this season. Howie also addressed rumors about tension between himself and Stern.
Also ... Lisa Lampanelli joined us to explain why she's NOT apologizing for using a racial slur to describe her "Celebrity Apprentice" co-star Dayana Mendoza. Plus, why Heidi Klum and Seal's divorce could go nuclear -- and Beyonce's swimsuit makes Charles put his foot in his mouth. Big time.
Lindsay Lohan and Amanda Bynes ... separated at birth? Not exactly, but they might have been confused for each other at a Hollywood nightclub. A woman is accusing Lindsay of assaulting her, but we'll explain why she could be fingering the wrong starlet.
Plus, Scarlett Johansson's image being used to promote a Spanish-speaking sex shop? It's a wild story ... that also got a little funny when Harvey flubs bigtime ... en Español! Also, will Khloe Kardashian stick by her man -- and did Kim K. and Kanye really stay hands-off for EIGHT years?!
"Dancing with the Stars" pro Mark Ballas calls in to talk about the nuclear fight with his girlfriend that was caught on video. You gotta hear him explain how they made up ... it's a must see for any couple partying this weekend!
Plus, Lisa Lampanelli dials us up to rip Arsenio Hall for his insane "Celebrity Apprentice" meltdown. Also, the warning signs Amanda Bynes was headed for trouble -- and one TMZ staffer's awwkward moment with Jennifer Lopez!
Tyler Perry was confused, upset and a bit uncooperative when he was pulled over by two white cops in Atlanta this week ... this according to a person who saw the whole thing go down.
As we previously reported, Perry admits he made an illegal left turn as he left his studio ... but claims he was racially profiled by two "hostile" police officers ... who allegedly harassed the movie mogul during the traffic stop.
Malik Kadeem watched the entire incident unfold ... and called in to "TMZ Live" with the blow-by-blow ... saying Tyler upset one of the officers when he didn't immediately roll down his passenger window when asked to do so.
Kadeem also says the officers were "giving [Tyler] a hard time" during the stop ... until an African-American officer arrived to the scene, recognized Perry and defused the situation.
The ATL PD says it's still investigating the incident to see if the officers acted inappropriately.
Now that Kanye West and Kim Kardashian have gone public, everyone's wondering when they started doing ... y'know ... it? Maybe Kanye's ex, Amber Rose was right when she said K&K were ... y'know!
Plus, does Tyler Perry's racial profiling accusation hold water? We've got a witness to the whole scene ... you gotta hear his story before you judge. Also, Lindsay Lohan told us she was hitting the town for dinner -- NOT clubbing. Well, we got video, and umm ... dinner at 1:45 AM, Linds??
All new bombshells about Whitney Houston's death started flying the moment the L.A. County Coroner's report was released -- and we broke the news first. Watch how it went down in the TMZ newsroom.
Plus, why's Mary J. Blige catching so much flack for that Burger King chicken ad? We don't get it ... and neither does Flavor Flav ... who called in to defend Mary!
Also, Lisa Vanderpump joins us with the scoop on her spinoff show -- and dentist to the stars Dr. Bill Dorfman oddly changes his story about hoarding celeb teeth. Hmm ...
Donald Trump is confident ... attorney Gloria Allred would be blown away by his man junk.
The Donald called in to TMZ Live moments ago, claiming, "I think Gloria would be very very impressed with [my penis]."
Donald's genitals became a topic of contention earlier today during Gloria's news conference with transgender beauty queen Jenna Talackova -- when Gloria said, Jenna "didn’t ask Mr. Trump to prove he's a naturally born man, or see photos of his birth, or to view his anatomy ... It made no difference to her."
But it makes a difference to Donald, who said he'd be willing to show what he's got ... if Gloria's willing to pay the right price.
Donald also said he wouldn't apologize for disqualifying Jenna last week from the Miss Universe pageant on the basis of her birth gender -- even though he later reversed his position -- and added, he "couldn't care less" if Jenna even competes.
Levi Johnston tells TMZ ... his unborn baby was an unexpected surprise ... but he's very excited to raise the child the way HE wants to ... unlike the child he has with Bristol Palin.
Levi just called in to "TMZ Live" ... and admitted he didn't plan to knock up his new GF Sunny Oglesby ... but says, "Things happen and we are both happy with what came of it."
As for his son Tripp, Johnston says he hasn't been allowed to see the kid in over a month ... and blames the Palins for scheming to keep him out of his son's life.
Levi says he will continue to "fight" to see his child ... but notes, "Sunny and I are looking forward to raising the [new] baby together and maybe eventually getting married or something."
Levi Johnston called in to blast Sarah Palin ... accusing her of blocking him from seeing his son with Bristol. Levi also talked about his new baby on the way -- but says he's not giving up the fight to see Tripp.
Also, Donald Trump joined us to fire back at the transgender Miss Universe contestant and Gloria Allred ... and it's classic! Maybe his best one-liner ever. Plus, Vince Neil on why he's been banned from a Vegas resort -- and Apple legend Steve Wozniak shows Ashton Kutcher some love.
Octomom is firing back at critics who think she's ripping off the welfare system. Octo called in today to explain why she's using food stamps now -- and as for how/when she's getting off the dole? You gotta hear her "I have dreams" speech. Apologies to MLK.
Also, MTV says it warned Situation about his booze issues -- but now that he's in rehab ... is this whole mess headed for a lawsuit? Plus, Chevy Chase's nasty voicemail sparks a civil war on the set of "Community." We've got scoopage straight from the crew.
The cocaine found in Whitney Houston's hotel room has wide-ranging implications for the investigation ... and also for some people in Whitney's inner circle. We'll tell you who's breathing a sigh of relief.
Also, now that Katie Couric is at ABC ... the battle between 'GMA' and "Today" is heating up -- and Harv knows which morning show anchor could be the biggest loser. Plus, why Kate Winslet is the coolest chick ever -- and your Mega Millions fantasies ... are a total waste of time!
Lindsay Lohan made her first post-court appearance on TMZ Live ... and she was downright giddy about finally ending formal probation. You gotta hear LiLo explain why she was finally able to follow judge's orders -- and she also pleads her case about hitting nightclubs.
Plus, Michael Bay and Tyrese Gibson surprised us ... calling in to squash rumors they're in a legal feud. Also, wrestling legend Kurt Angle tells us how he's hunting down the creeps who scammed his mom out of $4k -- and a heated debate about ... Mitt Romney's garage? Yeah, we did that.