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It's not always sunny when you're Rob McElhenney ... which is exactly why the veteran actor is changing his name legally.

The star filed documents in L.A. to formally update his moniker ... cutting down on the number of syllables in his name by going by "Rob Mac."

Like we said, this isn't just a stage name change ... we're talking full-on new name in the eyes of the law -- a pretty substantial move for a dude of Rob's stature. He's also Robert McElhenney III BTW ... and, now he's gonna be the first "Rob Mac."

Jeremy Renner's "Mayor Of Kingstown" costar D Smoke says he's an inspiration to be around on set -- and it's not just the A-list acting chops that have him in awe!!!

TMZ linked up with the Inglewood rapper during his boxing workout with none other than Manny Pacquiao, where he dished on Renner's recovery on set.

We're 2 1/2 years removed from Renner's near-fatal snowmobile accident, and D Smoke, who just wrapped up 'MOK' Season 4, says Renner powered through Season 3 ... through rehab that included lifting weights on the Paramount+ thriller set.

Kylie Jenner, Oprah, Usher and Bill Gates are ready to see some amore in Italy ... because they're piling into boats on the Venice canals en route to the wedding ceremony for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.

It's a who's who of Hollywood celebs and billionaires Friday in the Floating City ... and ya gotta see how Jeff and Lauren's famous friends are dressed up for their big day.

Kylie, Oprah, Ellie Goulding, Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Jewel, Karlie Kloss, Ivanka Trump and Kris Jenner are putting on for the ladies ... and they're all glammed up.

Tom Brady, Leo DiCaprio, Orlando Bloom and Sydney Sweeney are in the thick of party central at the Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez wedding in Venice ... and it sounds like Tom's making a move.

We've learned the most hopping place in the Floating City is The Gritti Palace ... a landmark waterfront hotel where a collection of Jeff and Lauren's most famous friends are staying -- and it's the place to be for wedding guests looking to party.

Sources who are there tell us Tom, Leo, Orlando, Sydney, Jerry Seinfeld, Oprah, Charissa Thompson and the Kardashians are all staying at the Gritti ... and Sydney is the "center of attention" for single guys, including TB12.

Brooks Nader is arriving in Venice in style ... stepping out in the Floating City on Friday wearing a black dress that fits her body like a glove!

Check out our gallery -- the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model is heating up the town ahead of the luxe Bezos-Sanchez wedding ... giving a glimpse of her chest with an ultra-low neckline.

She's pairing the daring dress with a white clutch, black sunnies and black strappy sandals. She's all smiles ... seemingly not worried that all eyes are on her as she rides off in a water taxi.

The rain in Venice brought out a beautiful sight Friday morning ... not a rainbow, but the gorgeous faces of Hollywood's A-list instead.

A few of the guests who will attend Jeff and Lauren's impending nuptials went for a stroll along the canals in Venice ... including Sydney Sweeney, who flashed some skin in a leggy and low-cut black dress.

Leonardo DiCaprio's longtime partner, Vittoria Ceretti, proved a rose by any other name is just as sweet ... even the roses on her dress -- a sweet addition to her skintight gown.

Martin Kove was accused of sexual harassment in 2024 on the "Cobra Kai" set ... and Sony investigated and reprimanded the veteran actor ... TMZ has confirmed.

The revelation comes on the heels of Martin biting his "Cobra Kai" costar Alicia Hannah-Kim on the arm at a fan convention, an incident he's since apologized for.

Our sources tell us in April 2024, an extra on the "Cobra Kai" set in Atlanta accused Martin of misconduct in a sexual harassment complaint.

Donald Trump may have opened Pandora's box with his pardon of Todd and Julie Chrisley ... 'cause now yet another reality star is coming out of the woodwork begging the prez for a favor.

Joe Giudice took to Instagram Thursday to straight-up beg President Trump for a pardon so he can return to the U.S. to visit his kids -- more than a decade after he was deported.

Giudice writes, "I was raised in Jersey, I’m a father of four amazing daughters, and I just want to be allowed to visit them again. President Trump, I respect you and I’m asking for a second chance."

The KarJenner clan might be going to the wedding of the century ... but, they won't be playing second fiddle to the bride and groom -- 'cause they're already stealing a ton of attention with their fashionable looks!

Kim Kardashian led the group out of a swanky Venetian hotel, slithering through the streets in a gorgeous low-cut, snake-print ensemble ... kicking off the festivities for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.

KK and her sister Khloé Kardashian -- clad in a tight silver-and-black cocktail dress -- were throwing up peace signs as they floated down the canal in a little boat while a pal took a pic of them.

Diddy’s ex-girlfriend Daphne Joy is living in a whole different reality -- while he faces the heat in his federal criminal trial, she’s out pumping gas in her luxury whip.

Daphne was serving gas-station glam Wednesday in L.A. -- rocking a perilously low-cut black top that flashed her lace bra, paired with skintight bootcut jeans that put her curves on full display.

The model was lookin' fire -- full glam makeup, flawless flowing locks catching the breeze, all while casually handling business at the pump like a total queen.

Daphne's not only physically thousands of miles away from Diddy's legal drama ... she seems mentally detached from it, because she looked like she was in great spirits.

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner showed their claws behind the scenes of a recent photo shoot ... with the SKIMS founder giving fans a look at every inch of her pelt in some tiny swimsuits.

The reality star shared a few photos from the dressing room of the shoot she publicized on her Instagram Wednesday ... squatting down alongside her more covered-up mother.

Kim also spread her arms out wide to show off her full figure ... proving she's having a whole lot more fun in her blonde wig.

The stars have begun to arrive in Venice for the ultra-luxe wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez!

Check out our gallery ... the who's who are traveling to the Floating City in droves to witness the billionaire lovebirds say "I do."

We caught Kim and Khloe Kardashian smiling as they surfaced at Marco Polo Airport ... Kim wearing a two-piece set from Balenciaga and KoKo showing off her assets in a skin-tight cheetah-print mini-dress. Their mother, Kris Jenner, also appeared to be in high spirits as she rocked a flowing, comfy-for-travel gown.

Yuuup ... Dave Hester is back to pissing off his fellow "Storage Wars" stars ... bringing back his signature catchphrase after a few years away from reality TV.

TMZ obtained a clip from Dave's big return to the A&E series this weekend ... and he's keeping a low profile at a storage unit auction before belting out "Yuuup" and shocking the rest of the cast with his surprise comeback.

The sound of Dave's voice sends Rene Nezhoda, Ivy Calvin and Brandi Passante turning their heads to find their worst nightmare ... the guy infamous for driving up the bidding is back ... and he's up to his old antics.

It may have been meant to celebrate La La Anthony ... but it was Rob Kardashian who totally stole the show in a recent IG post from his sister, Kim!

Fans were taken by surprise on Wednesday when Kim posted a pic of the trio to shoutout La La ... with the caption ... "Happy Birthday to my ace @lala. Truly the bestest best friend a girl could ask for! I love you so much!!!! Today’s your day!"

Some of the comments were about how sweet and cute the picture turned out ... but most were people reacting to a rare Rob sighting!

'Love Island USA' star Charlie Georgiou's previous match Hannah Fields got voted off the island this week -- and he's telling TMZ all about his feelings watching her pack her bags after her dramatic turn on the show.

The British babe tells us he was actually more blown away at the fact his former Fiji bestie -- Jeremiah Brown -- had been voted off, rather than his own villa vixen!!!

Watch the clip ... Charlie admits to us he misses making Hannah coffee in the morning, and only time will tell what's in store for the couple once Hannah joins Charlie in the outside world.

“Love Island” contestant Cashel Barnett has been held in a Utah jail since last month, facing charges of allegedly brutally assaulting his ex-girlfriend in front of their child ... and now he's facing even more felonies for allegedly sexually assaulting the same victim.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ … Utah prosecutors leveled three new charges against the reality star on Tuesday -- including aggravated sexual assault, aggravated assault, and domestic violence in the presence of a child.

Per the docs ... Cashel slapped and choked his ex-girlfriend while sexually assaulting her last November. This after he allegedly withheld any physical contact for a month because the alleged victim asked him to get a job to help support their child.