Tiffany Haddish Addresses New DUI in Stand-Up Set With 'Answered Prayers' Joke
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Tiffany Haddish got up in front of a crowd to crack jokes less than a day after getting arrested for DUI -- and when she was asked about it point blank, she leaned on comedy.
As we reported ... TH was scheduled to perform at the Laugh Factory in Long Beach Friday -- this after a set she'd done the previous night in L.A., before getting busted by Beverly Hills cops the following morning -- and TMZ obtained audio from part of that Long Beach show.
Take a listen to how Tiffany responded when an audience member asked about what happened "last night" ... obviously referring to her getting led away in handcuffs Friday AM.
Tiffany doesn't really cop to anything -- including the alleged DUI -- but she does say her prayers for a man in uniform were certainly answered ... something the crowd ate up. In other words, she rolled with it and made the whole thing into a well-delivered punchline.
Like we told you ... Tiffany left her Long Beach gig in the backseat of an SUV Friday evening, and it looks like she had some friendly company with her. What's interesting is that earlier in the day, she was in jail after getting taken in and booked earlier that same morning.
Tiffany is alleged to have been found asleep at the wheel in Bev Hills -- and cops say they found probable cause to take her in on suspicion of DUI ... and her arrest is on video.
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Outside of this set, Tiffany hasn't talked about the DUI arrest publicly.
By the way, if it seems like she came up with that "man in uniform" line pretty quickly, that's because she deployed the same line shortly after her 2022 Georgia DUI ... when she was a guest on the 'Tonight Show.'
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ENFERMEDAD CANINA MISTERIOSA LA VIDA DE UN PERRO FUE SALVADA POR UN ANTIBIÓTICO DE "ÚLTIMO RECURSO"
La misteriosa enfermedad ha afectado a perros en más de una docena de estados y ha provocado graves enfermedades, puede -- solo puede -- vislumbrar una esperanza de contención.
Un golden retriever de 5 años llamado Ike se enfermó cerca de septiembre durante un espectáculo canino. Los dueños llevaron rápidamente a Ike al veterinario, donde le diagnosticaron la enfermedad que tiene a los dueños de perros en pánico -- un complejo de enfermedades respiratorias infecciosas caninas.
Ike fue llevado a un hospital veterinario y puesto en cuarentena. Con esta enfermedad, los perros pueden pasar rápidamente de tener tos a desarrollar una neumonía potencialmente mortal.
Se le administró a Ike un "antibiótico de último recurso" llamado cloramfenicol, que combate las infecciones bacterianas. La familia del perro le contó a ABC7 que, en cuestión de horas, ya no respiraba con dificultad.
La dueña, Becky Oliver, afirmó: "Es un antibiótico de último recurso muy, muy potente, pero es lo que lo salvó. De lo contrario, ya no estaría aquí".
Hasta ahora, las autoridades no han comentado sobre la eficacia del antibiótico.
La enfermedad se ha estado propagando y se ha encontrado en California, Oregón, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, Nevada y en varios estados del noreste.
Tan solo en Oregón, se han reportado más de 200 casos.
Canine Mystery Illness Dog's Life Reportedly Saved by 'Last-Resort' Antibiotic
The mysterious illness that has caused dogs in more than a dozen states to get extremely sick may -- just may -- show promise of containment.
A 5-year-old golden retriever named Ike got sick during a dog road show, and this was way back in September. The owners rushed Ike to the vet, and he was diagnosed with the disease that has dog owners in a panic -- canine infectious respiratory disease complex.
Ike was taken to a vet hospital and quarantined. Dogs can quickly go from a cough to life-threatening pneumonia with this disease.
The dog was given a "last-resort antibiotic," called chloramphenicol, which fights bacterial infections. The family of the dog told ABC7, within hours his breathing was no longer labored.
The owner, Becky Oliver, said, "It's a very, very strong last-resort antibiotic, but it's what saved him. Otherwise, he would not be here."
So far, officials, officials have not commented on the efficacy of the antibiotic.
The disease has been spreading ... it's been found in California, Oregon, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, Nevada and in various states around the Northeast.
In Oregon alone, there have been reports of more than 200 cases.
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GUERRA ISRAEL-HAMÁS INTERCAMBIO DE PRISIONEROS Video Muestra A Rehenes Despidiéndose
La noche del sábado, Hamás liberó más rehenes, luego de que el intercambio de prisioneros estuviera al borde del colapso.
Un total de 13 israelíes y 4 ciudadanos tailandeses fueron escoltados a través de la frontera hacia Israel, tras una demora interminable. Hamás acusó a Israel de violar los términos del acuerdo de alto al fuego, y varios países, incluyendo Estados Unidos, intervinieron para revivirlo.
En el video publicado por Hamás, se observa a los rehenes despidiéndose de quienes los capturaron desde el 7 de octubre. Aún no está claro si lo hicieron por voluntad propia o no.
Este es el segundo intercambio de prisioneros desde que entró en vigor el alto al fuego, y se espera que más rehenes sean liberados hoy. Hasta ahora, no se han liberado a los estadounidenses que fueron retenidos.
Como parte del segundo intercambio, Israel también liberó a 39 palestinos.
En total, se espera que se liberen 50 rehenes y que 150 prisioneros palestinos sean liberados de Israel como parte del acuerdo.
Hamás tomó alrededor de 240 rehenes durante el ataque terrorista del 7 de octubre.
Israel-Hamas War Second Prison Swap Video Shows Hostages Waving Goodbye
More hostages were released by Hamas Saturday night, this after the prisoner swap almost fell apart.
A total of 13 Israelis and 4 Thai nationals were driven across the border into Israel, after a seemingly endless delay. Hamas accused Israel of breaking terms of the cease-fire deal, and numerous countries, including the U.S., stepped in to revive it
In the video released by Hamas, you see hostages waving goodbye to the people who held them since October 7. It's unclear if they waved out of free will, or not.
This is the second hostage swap since the cease-fire took hold, and more hostages are expected to be released today. So far, no Americans held hostage have been released.
As part of the second swap, 39 Palestinians were also released by Israel.
In all, 50 hostages are expected to be released, and 150 Palestinian prisoners will be freed from Israel as part of the swap.
Hamas took around 240 hostages during the Oct. 7 terrorist attack.
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OnlyFans Model Joshua Hopkins Brawls With Couple At Nobu Bahamas ... Arrested and Jailed
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OnlyFans model and combat veteran Joshua Hopkins spent part of his Bahamas vacation in jail -- dude got arrested for his role in a brawl at Nobu, and the whole fight is on video.
TMZ obtained footage of Joshua brawling with other patrons inside Nobu Bahamas on Paradise Island, and you see him landing punches and kicks ... but there's also a woman shattering a glass over Joshua's head!
The brawl went down right in the middle of Nobu's large dining room, in front of dozens of shocked guests and staff ... some even tried to break up the fight, to no avail.
Joshua tells TMZ he'd gone out to dinner with Jason Luv, a famous exotic dancer and porn star during their guys' trip to the Bahamas.
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JH says as soon as they got to Nobu, people started coming up to Jason asking for photos -- all innocent enough. The trouble started when Jason went to the bathroom and Joshua alone at their table, noticed a couple staring at him.
Joshua says he made eye contact with them, and the woman suddenly stood up and yelled, "Who the f*** do you think you are?!?" He says her husband then stood up and got in his face, putting hands on Joshua ... and then all hell broke loose.
We mentioned the glass being smashed over Joshua's head in the fight video ... well, he says he suffered a cut that required treatment at a hospital.
While Joshua tells us he didn't want to press charges against the couple -- he thinks they were drunk and didn't want to ruin their vacation -- he says they pressed charges against him! So, cops showed up to his door the next day, and arrested him for assault and property damage.
Joshua says he spent 3 days in jail and had to pay an $800 fine because the couple claimed he ruined their clothing and sneakers during the melee.
As for Jason, who got some extra fame recently for banging Adam22's wife Lena The Plug, Joshua says his buddy was not involved in the fight -- he was actually at the front of the restaurant taking pics with fans when the brawl went down.
Joshua sounds like he's ready to move on ... he says he doesn't plan to sue, and it's all in his rearview.
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Derek Chauvin Family Slams Prison Officials ... Why'd We Have to Learn About Stabbing From Media?
Derek Chauvin's family is angry they learned from the media their imprisoned son was stabbed and not from prison officials.
Carolyn Pawlenty, the mother of the cop who murdered George Floyd, told Alpha News, "How the hell do these news agencies know and his own mother doesn't even know?" She adds the prison had an emergency contact number -- her number -- but no one called.
She went on ... “I can’t even think what to say. I haven’t been to bed and made a path in my kitchen and living room floor by pacing."
Chauvin’s attorney, Bill Mohrman, says he got involved and tried calling the prison for information but hasn't heard back.
And another Chauvin lawyer, Gregory M. Erickson, slammed prison officials for its radio silence ... “It appears to be indicative of a poorly run facility and indicates how Derek’s assault was allowed to happen.”
Erickson added, “How the family members who are in charge of Derek’s decisions regarding his personal medical care and his emergency contact were not informed after his stabbing further indicates the institution’s poor procedures and lack of institutional control.”
As we reported ... Chauvin was stabbed in the federal prison in Arizona where he is currently serving a nearly 21-year sentence after pleading guilty to a federal charge of violating Floyd's civil rights.
Chauvin is in stable condition after he was assaulted Friday at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson. The stabbing was reportedly carried out by another inmate.
Prison doctors performed "life-saving" measures on Chauvin. There have been no updates on his condition.
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Tiffany Haddish Aborda su detención en rutina de stand-up Se ríe con un chiste!!!
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Tiffany Haddish se paró frente a una multitud apenas unas horas después de ser arrestada por conducir bajo los efectos del alcohol (DUI), y cuando se le preguntó directamente por eso se apoyó en la comedia.
Como informamos, estaba programado que Tiffany Haddish actuara en Laugh Factory en Long Beach el viernes, esto es al día siguiente del show que había hecho la noche anterior en Los Ángeles y, apenas unas horas antes de ser arrestada por la policía de Beverly Hills. Y TMZ obtuvo el audio de parte de su rutina.
Escucha cómo Tiffany responde cuando el público le pregunta por lo que sucedió "anoche", obviamente refiriéndose al incidente que la llevó a ser esposada el viernes por la mañana.
Tiffany realmente no dice nada, incluyendo el supuesto cargo por DUI, pero sí dice que sus oraciones por un hombre de uniforme fueron ciertamente respondidas, algo que a la multitud le gustó. En otras palabras, hizo de todo el asunto un chiste bien entregado.
Como les contamos, Tiffany se fue de su concierto en Long Beach en el asiento trasero de un SUV y parece que estaba en compañía de un amigo. Lo que es interesante es que apenas unas horas antes en el día, estuvo tras las rejas después de haber sido detenida.
Supuestamente, Tiffany se encontraba dormida sobre el volante cuando la encontraron en Beverly Hills, y los policías dicen que estimaron como causa probable la conducción bajo los efectos del alcohol. Pueden ver su detención en este video.
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Fuera del set, Tiffany no ha hablado públicamente del arresto. Nos pusimos en contacto con su equipo para que hicieran comentarios, pero hasta ahora no hemos tenido respuesta.
Modelo de OnlyFans Pelea con una pareja en Nobu Bahamas Detenido y encarcelado
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El modelo de OnlyFans y veterano de combate Joshua Hopkins pasó parte de sus vacaciones en las Bahamas tras las rejas luego de que lo arrestaran por haberse involucrado en una pelea en Nobu, y todo está en video.
TMZ obtuvo las imágenes de Joshua peleando con otros clientes dentro de Nobu Bahamas en Paradise Island, donde se lo ve repartiendo puñetazos y patadas, ¡pero también hay una mujer rompiendo un vaso sobre la cabeza de Joshua!
La pelea se desató en un gran comedor a vista y paciencia de los comensales y el personal, algunos de los cuales trataron de detener la pelea.
Joshua le dice a TMZ que todo comenzó cuando fue a cenar con Jason Luv, un famoso bailarín exótico y estrella porno durante un viaje a las Bahamas.
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Joshua dice que en cuanto entraron, la gente empezó a acercarse a Jason para hablarle y tomarse fotos con él, y cuando Jason fue al baño y lo dejó solo en la mesa, se dio cuenta de que una pareja lo estaba mirando fijamente.
Joshua dice que hizo contacto visual con ellos y la mujer se levantó y dijo: "¡¿Quién diablos te crees que eres?!". Él dice que el marido de la mujer se levantó y se puso enfrente suyo, puso las manos sobre él y luego se desató el infierno.
Ya mencionamos el vaso roto sobre Joshua, y bueno, sobre eso dice que sufrió un corte en la cabeza y que necesitó tratamiento en un hospital local.
También nos dice que no quería presentar cargos contra la pareja —sintió que estaban borrachos y no quería arruinar sus vacaciones—, pero que fue la pareja en realidad la que presentó cargos y por eso los policías se presentaron en su puerta al día siguiente y lo detuvieron por asalto y daños a la propiedad.
Joshua dice que pasó tres días en la cárcel y que tuvo que pagar una multa de $800, pues la pareja afirmó que arruinó uno de sus abrigos, pantalones de jeans y algunos zapatos New Balance en la pelea.
En cuanto a Jason, que se hizo famoso recientemente por tirarse a la mujer de Adam22, Lena The Plug, Joshua dice que NO participó de la pelea en absoluto y que estuvo en la entrada del restaurante tomándose fotos con los fans cuando se produjo la riña.
Suena como que Joshua está listo para seguir adelante... Dice que no planea demandar y que todo está en el pasado.
Target Roasted for Black Friday Signage ... What Kinda Deal is This?!?
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11/27/23 -- A Target rep is addressing the viral "call-out" from TikTokers, telling TMZ ... "A recent TikTok video showed a guest questioning if there was a sale on three Samsung TVs that had both a Black Friday sale sign, as well as a sale sign behind it indicating the same price."
They add, "In fact, the TVs were on sale before Black Friday as part of our early Black Friday sales. We continued to offer those items at the same discount during Black Friday, but updated the signage to reflect the extended timing. "
The rep continues, "In both instances, guests would have saved the same amount, between $20-$80 depending on which TV they purchased. Those discounted prices compared to the regular prices are clearly shown in both sale signs in the video.
And finally, "We know our guests are looking for flexibility when they shop holiday deals, which is why we began Black Friday deals in late October and will continue offering great discounts throughout the holiday season. We also offer a Price Match Guarantee, and will match the price of any item purchased by a guest that is offered at a lower price later in the season."
TikTokers are hitting Target to prove the big box store's Black Friday deals may not be what they seem -- showing off some sticker prices as being equal ... regardless of the day.
There's a viral trend on the app right now -- namely, Gen Z'ers going to their local bullseye center and wading through the Black Friday sales that were going on yesterday. Based on what they're capturing though ... they seem to be suggesting clever marketing is afoot.
Check out the video and you'll see what we mean ... in at least three instances, people are removing the "Black Friday Deals" signage -- which features one price -- and revealing the price tag that's covered up in the background. In the examples seen here, they're the same.
One girl hit a pallet with TVs, and the Black Friday mark-down has it pegged at $429. But when she removes the holiday price card, the regular card behind it has a matching number. In other words, she's suggesting there is no real deal at play here ... just new cardstock.
Another dude does something similar, but over in the clothes section ... where he peels back a sticker price for a pair of pants -- which then shows it's been upped in price from $25 to $30 ... so, the guy's implying Target's price-gouged to make it seem like folks are saving.
While most people are wise to this sorta thing -- companies tweaking prices and signage to capitalize on a holiday -- these young'ns apparently think they've uncovered Watergate! 😅
We've reached out to Target for comment on this -- but there isn't much to say besides ... welcome to capitalism, everyone. Now then, go buy more new stuff and be happy, dammit!
Originally Published -- 11/25/23 4:56 PM PT
Margot Robbie Seems to Squash Hopes of 'Barbie 2' We Kinda Did Everything🤷🏽♂️
Margot Robbie says there probably ain't gonna be a 'Barbie' sequel -- 'cause she and the creative team put all their eggs into the OG basket ... and there isn't much else to say.
The actress was recently interviewed and got asked about the possibility of seeing her dressed in all pink again ... but from the sound of her response, she doesn't seem to have much hope that a 'Barbie 2' will be hitting theaters anytime in the near future.
“Barbie 2”? Margot Robbie on whether there will be a sequel to her summer hit. She produced and starred in Greta Gerwig’s film, which made over $1.4 billion at the box office. pic.twitter.com/x6dsIOq3iJ
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MR says, "I think we put everything we had into this one. We didn't build it to be a trilogy or something. Greta put everything into this movie, so I can't imagine what would be next."
It's interesting that Margot isn't trying to feed speculation of a sequel -- which just about everyone assumed would get greenlit after how successful the first one did this year ... aka, hitting a billion-dollar box office. We're sure WB themselves thought it would happen too.
While she seems to be pouring cold water on the idea of another 'Barbie' flick -- at least with her in the starring role -- Margot did praise the idea of original IP films getting some love ... in a world where superhero movies are usually the big moneymakers for studios.
Some might be bummed to hear this would-be news ... but others are happy Margot and co. aren't falling into the usual Hollywood playbook of cranking out sequels for the hell of it.
We'll say this ... 'Barbie' was certainly a cultural "moment" this year, and we're not sure anything like that is gonna happen anytime soon -- for better or worse.
Next up for Margot ... this new 'Ocean's Eleven' spinoff that's now in production. Her 'Barbie' costar, Ryan Gosling, is attached to that as well -- so they'll reunite sooner than later.
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Ex jefe de seguridad de Diddy Habla sobre las acusaciones de Cassie Tras ser nombrado en la demanda
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El hombre que solía dirigir la operación de seguridad de Diddy parece estar abordando al menos una de las acusaciones de abuso de Cassie. Esto, después de haber sido nombrado directamente en su explosiva demanda.
Roger Bonds, que trabajó para Diddy durante años y ha sido fotografiado con ellos en diferentes eventos que datan al menos de diez años, utilizó su Instagram este fin de semana para hablar sobre las afirmaciones de Cassie. Pero lo hizo de una forma un tanto críptica.
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Escribió: "Esto no pretende ser una amenaza ni un soplo contra Cassie o Diddy o cualquier otra persona. Este soy yo contando mi verdad como realmente la recuerdo por dos razones solamente".
Añadió: "En primer lugar, porque tengo 4 hijas, es mi verdad como yo la he visto, la vi y estuve involucrado en ello durante años". El comentario que acompaña este post, que incluye un montón de fotos de él y Cassie, dice: "Estoy dispuesto a contar mi verdad porque estuve tranquilo por muchos años, nada importa ahora más que la familia".
Ahora, en cuanto a lo que Bonds en realidad se refiere, bueno, parece ser que aborda una cierta parte de la demanda de Cassie, que, de nuevo, se resolvió y desestimó oficialmente.
En sus documentos judiciales, Cassie nombró a Bonds como testigo de un presunto asalto que sufrió a manos de Diddy en 2009. Afirma que en esa oportunidad, Diddy la golpeó después de enterarse de que estaba hablando con otro manager musical en un club en Los Ángeles. De acuerdo a sus declaraciones, él la pisoteó en el carro más tarde y dijo que Bonds incluso trató de intervenir para detener a su jefe.
No está claro si Bonds planea decir algo más de lo que dijo en estos mensajes de Instagram. A primera vista, es un poco confuso qué es exactamente lo que está revelando (en todo caso), pero parece, quizás, que está dando credibilidad a esta supuesta anécdota de Cassie.
Hemos tratado de averiguar cuando dejó Bonds la órbita de Diddy y en qué circunstancias, pero a primera vista, esto no se ve bien para él, que ya ha sido demandado por presunto abuso sexual por otras dos personas después de Cassie. Básicamente, la lluvia radiactiva para él continúa.
Nos pusimos en contacto con el equipo de Diddy para que hiciera comentarios sobre el post de Bonds, pero hasta ahora no hemos tenido respuesta. Él ha negado en repetidas ocasiones y con vehemencia todas las acusaciones en su contra en las últimas semanas.
Diddy's Ex-Head of Security Speaks on Cassie Claims ... After Being Named in Settled Suit
The guy who used to head up Diddy's security operation seems to be addressing at least one of Cassie's allegations of abuse -- this after being directly named in her bombshell suit.
Roger Bonds -- who worked for Diddy for years, and who's been pictured with both Diddy and Cassie at different events dating back at least a decade -- took to Instagram this weekend to speak out on Cassie's claims ... but he did so somewhat cryptically.
He writes, "This is not meant to be threats or snitching or anything like that against Cassie or Diddy or anyone else. this is me telling my truth as I truly remember it for 2 reasons only."
RB adds, "1st because I have 4 daughters so on all dudes my truth as I seen it, saw it and was involved with it for yrs." His accompanying caption to this since-deleted post -- which includes lots of shots with him and Cassie in public -- reads, "IM WILLING TO TELL MY TEUTH BECAUSE FOR SO MANY YRS I WAS QUIET , Nothing matters now but FAMILY."
Now, as far as what Bonds is actually referring to here ... well, it would appear to be a certain section of Cassie's lawsuit -- which, again, was settled and officially dismissed.
In her court docs, Cassie name-dropped Bonds as a witness to an alleged assault she says she suffered at the hands of Diddy in 2009 -- when she claims he beat her after learning she was talking to another music manager at a club in L.A. Cassie claimed Diddy was stomping on her in the car afterward, and alleges Bonds even tried to intervene to stop his boss.
Unclear if Bonds plans to say more beyond what he did in these IG posts of his ... on its face, it's a bit unclear what exactly he's even revealing (if anything) -- but it does seem like he's, perhaps, lending credence to this alleged anecdote Cassie detailed.
We've been trying to figure out when Bonds left Diddy's orbit and under what circumstances -- but at first glance, this isn't a great look for Puff ... who's already been sued for alleged sexual abuse twice more after Cassie's lawsuit. Basically, the fallout for him continues.
We've reached out to Diddy's camp for comment on Bonds' posts ... so far, no word back. FWIW, he has repeatedly and vehemently denied all the allegations made against him over the past couple weeks.
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NY Bar Brawl Security Staff Roped Into Melee ... After Trying to Break It Up
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4:24 PM PT -- Hayley Burley -- the owner/manager of Shorts Bar & Grills -- tells TMZ ... there was one real troublemaker who started this mess, even though it looks like a free-for-all.
She adds, "Holidays are a really crazy busy time of year and we do everything we can to ensure that everyone has a fun and safe holiday. The man involved was taking swings at my customers. Unfortunately the video doesn't really depict my bartender who was trying to help get the situation under control is having his ankle twisted in the and asking for help. We never condone any type of violence and the police were called and responded immediately."
A security staffer who got dragged into a bar fight he was trying to break up just proves the old adage is true ... no good deed goes unpunished, and sometimes you gotta kick ass.
Check out this wild footage, obtained by TMZ, showing an absolute melee going down late Friday night/early Saturday morning at a joint called Shorts Bar & Grill out in Fairport, NY ... where we're told 4 dudes went at it right on the floor as the evening tipped into midnight.
As exciting as that was ... it was nothing compared to when one of the hired "Staff" security guards stepped in. At first, he was pulling people away and separating everyone -- that is, until someone on the outskirts apparently pushed him down to keep the chaos going.
That's certainly what it looks like, anyway ... and that's certainly how the bouncer took it -- 'cause the guy started wailing on the man whom he suspected of shoving/provoking.
Indeed ... the beatdown he dished out to this older fella is pretty brutal -- dropping elbows on him and socking away. Eventually, they let the guy get up and stumble his way out of the scene. He didn't really put up much of a fight, and it's unclear what happened after.
No word on whether cops were called to this brawl or not either ... and what's even weirder is that this seems to have been Buffalo Bills related (if the jersey'd fan is any indication).
We know the Bills Mafia can get rowdy, but weirdly enough ... their team doesn't even play until Monday. Never too early to let the fists fly, we suppose -- happy holidays, everyone!
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Jenna Ortega 'Likes' Barrera Palestine Post ... Amid Sudden 'Scream' Exit
Jenna Ortega apparently liked a post reporting on Melissa Barrera doubling down on her pro-Palestine stance amid her recent firing -- that is, if these screenshots are to be believed.
Here's the deal ... in the days since news broke that Jenna was also exiting the 'Scream' franchise -- this amid Melissa's tumultuous firing over her Palestine rhetoric -- there's been a lot of speculation that JO actually sides with her costar, but distanced herself publicly.
That hunch was only further fueled when fans noticed that Jenna recently seemed to like an IG post from an account documenting celeb activity on Palestine ... which recapped MB defending her position post-firing ... news to which Jenna supposedly hit the like button.
Of course, if you go to this same IG page now ... Jenna's alleged "like" is nowhere to be found, and her own Insta page is also *mostly* free of any Palestine content -- as is her Twitter account, which has been deactivated. Old alleged tweets of hers, though, have been circulating ... and people are claiming she used to post pro-Palestine sentiments as well.
In other words, if Jenna did in fact like this IG post ... it would appear she's quietly cosigning Melissa's stance ... something just about everyone assumed was the case seeing how quickly she bowed out of "Scream VII" upon Melissa's ousting -- despite reports suggesting JO leaving had nothing to do with MB, and was more so due to scheduling conflicts.
Frankly, nobody buys that ... and depending on where you land on this issue, you're either celebrating Jenna or slamming her. In any case, the 'Scream' franchise is kinda screwed now.
Fact is ... Jenna and Melissa (but mostly Jenna) were far and away the biggest stars of the rebooted movies, and the whole story arc revolves around them. With both of them gone, there's only Mason Gooding and Jasmin Savoy Brown left from the new OG cast.
They're cool and all, but they're mostly afterthoughts ... and their characters carrying on the saga doesn't really make sense without MB and JO. So, on paper, it would seem the "Scream 7" writers might have to go in a completely different direction with completely new actors, etc. Plus, fans are promising to boycott this latest sequel if/when it comes out ... so there's likely to be an uphill battle in drumming up interest/making the studio big bucks.
The last two installments have been absolutely successful in turning a profit (and then some) -- but without the 2 fan fave stars in the driver's seat, the question remains ... is Ghostface, alone, enough to get asses in seats? Time will tell, we suppose. 😱
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Jenna Ortega Parece gustarle un post de Melissa Barrera sobre Palestina
A Jenna Ortega aparentemente le gustó un post sobre Melissa Barrera en el que redobla su postura pro-Palestina en medio de su reciente despido. Esto es así, si le creemos a estas capturas de pantalla que están circulando.
La historia es así, días después de que se supiera la noticia de que Jenna también iba a salir de la franquicia "Scream", en medio del tumultuoso despido de Melissa por su retórica Palestina, ha habido mucha especulación de que Jenna Ortega en realidad está del lado de su coprotagonista, pero se distanció públicamente.
Esa corazonada fue alimentada aún más cuando los fans notaron que a Jenna pareció gustarle un post de una cuenta de Instagram que documenta la actividad de celebridades en Palestina y que recapitulaba el episodio de Melissa Barrera defendiendo su posición después del despido ... Noticia a la que Jenna supuestamente le puso "me gusta".
Por supuesto, si usted va a esta misma página de Instagram ahora, el supuesto "me gusta" de Jenna no se encuentra en ninguna parte, y su propia página de Instagram también está *casi* libre de cualquier contenido de Palestina, al igual que su cuenta de Twitter, que ha sido desactivada. Sin embargo, han estado circulando antiguos tuits suyos y la gente afirma que también solía publicar sentimientos pro-Palestina.
En otras palabras, si a Jenna de hecho le gusta este post de Instagram, parecería que está apoyando en silencio la postura de Melissa, algo que casi todo el mundo asumió que era el caso viendo lo rápido que se retiró de "Scream VII" tras el despido de Melissa. Esto, a pesar de los informes que sugieren que lo de Jenna no tuvo nada que ver y se debió más bien a conflictos de programación.
Francamente, nadie se lo cree y dependiendo de dónde te sitúes en este asunto, estarás celebrando a Jenna o criticándola. En cualquier caso, la franquicia "Scream" está un poco jodida en este momento.
El hecho es que Jenna y Melissa (pero sobre todo Jenna) eran por lejos las mayores estrellas de esta nueva edición de las películas, y todo el arco argumental gira en torno a ellas. Sin las actrices, solo quedan Mason Gooding y Jasmin Savoy Brown del reparto original.
Son buenísimos y todo eso, pero más que nada son una ocurrencia tardía y no tiene mucho sentido que sus personajes continúen en la saga sin Jenna y Melissa. Así que, sobre el papel, parece que los guionistas de "Scream 7" tendrán que tomar una dirección completamente distinta, con actores completamente nuevos, etc.
Además, los fans están prometiendo que van a boicotear esta última secuela si se estrena, así que probablemente será una batalla cuesta arriba para despertar el interés de las personas y hacer que el estudio gane dinero.
Las dos últimas entregas han sido todo un éxito en cuanto a ingresos (y algo más), pero sin las dos estrellas favoritas de los fans, la pregunta sigue siendo, ¿es Ghostface, por sí solo, suficiente para poner los culos en los asientos? El tiempo lo dirá, suponemos. 😱