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President Trump is joking about leaving the White House to pursue a career as a "Master of Ceremony" ... and it's all got to do with tonight's Kennedy Center Honors broadcast.

Trump hosted the event a couple weeks ago, but it's going to air tonight ... and he hopped on social media hours before the broadcast with a funny question ... "If really good, would you like me to leave the Presidency in order to make 'hosting' a full time job?"

Half the country would take that trade in a heartbeat.

Kim Kardashian knows the holiday struggle all too well ... trying to corral the kids into a picture-perfect family photo.

KK took to IG Monday to share a series of pics capturing her attempt to get 10-year-old Saint, 7-year-old Chicago, and 6-year-old Psalm to smile and pose alongside her.

Saint was clearly the toughest sell ... delivering a stone-cold stare in the first shot before eventually cracking what can only be described as a courtesy half-smile. Don't worry, Saint ... we've all been there.

"Stranger Things" is coming to an end, and creator Matt Duffer is feeling the heat ... saying he's absolutely feeling some extra pressure to deliver a finale fans can embrace.

We got the "Stranger Things" writer and director at LAX, and our photog asked him how he's feeling leading up to next week's big finale.

Matt, who created the series with his brother Ross, says endings are important on beloved shows like his Netflix hit ... and he feels good about the final product, which will be in theaters on New Year's Eve.

"Big Brother" star Mickey Lee is facing a terrifying health scare -- she's suffered multiple cardiac arrests after complications from the flu -- landing her in critical but stable condition.

Her family shared the heartbreaking update on her IG Monday, saying Mickey’s road to recovery will be long and tough -- and they’ve launched a GoFundMe to help cover her growing medical bills.

The GFM is meant to cover everything insurance won’t -- including ICU and specialist care, rehab and recovery support, plus family travel, lodging, and other related costs.

Kyle Chrisley, the son of "Chrisley Knows Best" stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, punched three cops and threatened to kill the officers ... at least according to the police who arrested him in Tennessee.

TMZ obtained the affidavit from Kyle's Saturday arrest in Rutherford County, and cops say they got a call from Kyle's wife, who told dispatchers he was making suicidal and homicidal threats.

Police say when they arrived, Kyle walked away from them and refused their commands ... and they say he eventually turned around and got aggressive and combative with them.

11:11 AM PT -- TMZ has obtained the dispatch audio in connection to James's death.

James Ransone’s wife is speaking out for the first time following his tragic death ... paying homage to her late husband in an emotional tribute on social media.

Jamie McPhee took to Instagram to share a throwback photo of her and James smiling with their arms wrapped around one another, with James resting his hand on her baby bump. The couple share two children together.

In her caption, Jamie writes ... "I told you I have loved you 1000 times before and I know I will love you again. You told me - I need to be more like you and you need to be more like me - and you were so right."

She continues ... "Thank you for giving me the greatest gifts - you, Jack and Violet. We are forever."

Rob Reiner and Michele Reiner Singer's loved ones are relying on one another in the aftermath of their tragic deaths ... gathering just one week after their tragic deaths.

Rob's sister Annie's house was buzzing with activity Sunday ... as Rob's younger brother Lucas also arrived to the house.

Annie was spotted out on the street ... speaking to someone in a car while wearing an all-black sweater and matching pants. Despite the difficult circumstances, she put on a brave face and fave a wave to guests.

James Ransone -- an actor best known for his role in the hit show "The Wire" -- has died by suicide, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner ... TMZ has learned.

TMZ has independently confirmed the star passed away Friday ... and the M.E.'s website lists the manner of death as suicide by hanging. We've also learned the Los Angeles Police Department responded to a call to a residence, where officers completed a death investigation report and no foul play was suspected.

Ransone started appearing in small roles in the early 2000s ... grabbing parts in the TV shows "Ed" and "Third Watch" ... before landing his breakout part in "The Wire."

Ethan Slater and Ariana Grande are proving the naysayers wrong, 'cause Ethan was making himself comfy in Ari's 'SNL' green room as she hosted Saturday night's show!

Ari's former Nickelodeon co-star and bestie -- Liz Gillies -- posted a series of pics backstage at the 'SNL' taping ... and in one, Ethan is seen sitting alongside Liz on the couch -- showing ongoing breakup rumors are a bunch of BS.

Fans have been a bit skeptical lately about where the 'Wicked' stars' relationship lies. Ethan was recently asked about working alongside his girlfriend, and his answer raised fans' eyebrows when he pivoted to talking about the cast as a whole -- sounding the alarm that the two might be over 'For Good.'

Bowen Yang bawled like a baby during his final "Saturday Night Live" sketch, hours after confirming he was moving on from the show.

Check out his touching final scene -- he plays a Delta One Lounge employee working his last shift, an obvious parallel to his real-life situation. He gets a phone call from Ariana Grande, and they reminisce about all the "eggnog" he's made over the years ... another obvious parallel to the sketches he's contributed to over this 7-year run on the show. He and Ariana then break out into song, dueting Charles Brown's 1960 song "Please Come Home for Christmas."

His "Wicked" co-star then joins him right before he breaks down in tears, saying how much he loved working at the Delta One Lounge. He raves ... "I just feel so lucky that I ever got to work here, and I just wanted to enjoy it for a little bit longer. Especially the people. I've loved every single person who works here, because they've done so much for me, especially my boss."

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Bowen Yang has confirmed his exit from "Saturday Night Live."

The actor and comedian shared a sentimental "goodbye" to NBC's hit sketch series on Instagram Saturday ... about a day after his exit was first reported. He gushed over his time in the show, penning ... "I loved working at SNL, and most of all i loved the people. i was there at a time when many things in the world started to seem futile, but working at 30 rock taught me the value in showing up anyway when people make it worthwhile."

Bowen goes on to reflect on how much he has learned about himself and others during his 7-year run on the show. He then personally thanks all the friends and coworkers who have contributed to his successful run -- and even "ari" -- who we assume is Ariana Grande, considering she's pictured in his post -- "for sending [him] off in the dreamiest way [he] could imagine."

The murders of Rob and Michele Reiner have shaken America, and the Epstein files dump is far from complete. So we gotta ask ...

The next episode of "Saturday Night Live" will be Bowen Yang's last.

The beloved cast member will be making his final "goodbyes" tomorrow, ending a 7-year run with the NBC program, sources close to the situation tell TMZ.

Should be noted, Bowen's good friend and "Wicked" costar Ariana Grande is tomorrow night's host.

James Van Der Beek is staying positive while talking about his stage 3 colon cancer ... saying when he first got the diagnosis, he honestly thought it might be the best thing that ever happened to him.

It’s a surprising take, for sure ... but the "Dawson’s Creek" alum explained it all on "Today" Friday, saying the diagnosis forced him to make lifestyle changes he likely wouldn’t have made otherwise.

James says those changes are already setting him up for happier, healthier years ahead ... and the diagnosis was the wake-up call he needed to slow down and pay closer attention to what he’s putting in his body.

It looks like the whole "don't kiss and tell" principle doesn't hold much weight with Brooks Nader -- because she said she slept with Gleb Savchenko the first day they met!

The model dropped the news about her personal life during Thursday's episode of "Watch What Happens Live," when Andy Cohen asked her about how long she dated the professional dancer -- and she admitted they hooked up right after their initial meeting.

FYI ... Brooks and Gleb were partnered up during Season 33 of "Dancing With The Stars" last year, and they ended up being the fifth couple to be eliminated. The two got really close while filming -- and matching tattoos -- but they ended their fling in October 2024.