Tekashi 6ix9ine Home Invasion Suspect Arrested

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A suspect has been arrested in connection to the scary invasion of Tekashi 6ix9ine's home ... TMZ has learned.

Pedro Roriguez -- a 19-year-old man -- was arrested and charged with armed home invasion robbery with a firearm, false imprisonment, grand theft and posession of marijuana with intent to sell or deliver ... according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

Authorities say Rodriguez is just one of several suspects ... and, the investigation remains ongoing.

Tom Brady 'I Feel Like My Life Ain't Mine' ... Makes Bizarre Song Choice in New Selfies After Gisele Ties Knot

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Tom Brady posted for the first time since news of his ex-wife Gisele Bündchen's marriage to Joaquim Valente broke ... and, a song he added to his posts will have some raising some eyebrows.

Here's the deal ... the ex-NFLer shared two photos to his Instagram story Saturday morning -- the first of which shows TB12 in a white hoodie with "Forever Young" written on the chest. While it's only a photo, Brady added audio to the post ... the song "1-800-273-8255" by Logic featuring Alessia Cara and Khalid.

If you're not familiar with the track, it has lines like "I feel like my life ain't mine" and "I don't wanna be alive." The title is the old suicide prevention hotline number, though it's since been changed to the simpler 988.

Epstein Files Drop Mick Jagger Pictured with Epstein ... Chris Tucker, David Copperfield Also Seen

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There are plenty of familiar faces in the newly released Epstein Files drop ... including some big-name musicians and entertainers like Mick Jagger and comedian Chris Tucker.

Check out our gallery -- you'll see The Rolling Stones frontman dining with Jeffrey Epstein, Bill Clinton and Ghislaine Maxwell at a circular table full of small dishes and drinks. The group appears to be in great spirits as they chat and laugh amongst themselves. Mick also stands up to pose with the former president, as well as a woman whose face was redacted.

And then there's the intriguing snap of magician and illusionist David Copperfield hugging Maxwell as they're both wearing white robes ... and showing off some candy in another.

The convicted pedo's former girlfriend and associate is also seen smiling next to comedian Chris Tucker in front of the window of a plane in a pic included in the drop. Chris sits next to someone who appears to be Clinton at a dinner in an additional photo.

Lily Allen Locking Lips with Rumored Beau ... In Sexy Fur-Lined Dress!

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Looks like Santa delivered Lily Allen an early Christmas present -- a new boy toy she can't keep her hands off of!

Check out the lovey dovey pics from the singer's Christmas soiree in London Friday night ... she and rumored beau Jonah Freud were in their own little world as they locked lips for all to see. They have their arms lovingly around one another in several photos, displaying smiles that make their joy impossible to disregard.

And in another snap, Lily appears comforted as she rests her head on Jonah's shoulder. Too cute!

The pair even posed for a photo together later in the evening ... which also gave us a better look at her red-hot fur-lined dress!

Stars and Scars You Be the Judge

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

T.I. Laughing's Cheaper Than Therapy ... 🎭 So I Made A Comedy Special!!!

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T.I. is aiming for some Christmas Eve calamity in households everywhere -- with the release of his debut stand-up comedy special!!!

On Friday, Tip dropped the trailer for "Cheaper Than Therapy" ... his all-jokes, non-musical romp which was filmed at the famed Atlanta venue Center Stage.

We're told the hip hop legend got the support from his fellow hometown heroes during the special's taping ... Usher, The-Dream, and Young Dro were all in the building!!! Tip also shared the stage with his own comedy collective, The HaHa Mafia.

Epstein Files Michael Jackson, Diana Ross Laugh It Up With Bill Clinton

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Bombshells will likely be cropping up for days after a massive dump of Epstein Files began to be released Friday ... and now we have some high-profile names never-before associated with the disgraced financier.

In a new pic released by the U.S. Department of Justice ... Michael Jackson and Diana Ross are pictured on a plane with Bill Clinton and another person whose face is redacted.

It's not known whose plane they were on or where they were going.

While Diana and Bill flash smiles, Michael stares blankly with Bill's hand draped over the King Of Pop's shoulder.

Punch Drake's Descent From Grace Was Inevitable ... But Look Out For Jay Rock & Isaiah Rashad Albums

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The internet is still buzzing about whether or not Drake and Kendrick Lamar's iconic rap battle hurt the culture overall but Top Dawg Entertainment President, Terrence "Punch" Henderson is simply chalking it up to the circle of hip hop life!!!

The Top Dawg Entertainment President addressed the state of rap with TMZ Hip Hop at his label's 12th annual Christmas charity concert that boosted big names such as Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg!!!

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A lot has happened within the culture in the past few weeks such as Hot 97 ending its decade-plus running "Ebro in the Morning" show and VIBE Magazine firing the bulk of its staff ... Punch says it's all been a transition period that's changing by the second.

Bootleg Kev Billboard Hung Themselves Losing YouTube ... Grasping At Relevance!!!

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YouTube music stats won't be represented on the Billboard Charts next year after a dispute the streaming giant called an "outdated formula" ...radio and podcast host Bootleg Kev agrees!!!

TMZ Hip Hop linked with Kev at TDE's 12th annual Christmas giveaway ... boosted by appearances from Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre, SZA, and more!!!

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the Real 92.3 personality tells us Russ was right on the money in his criticism of Billboard refusing to acknowledge YouTube as an equal to DSPs such as Spotify, Apple Music, and more.

Steven Tyler Splittsville With Aimee Preston ... Sources Deny Rumor

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1:05 PM PT -- Sources close to the couple tell TMZ they have NOT broken up and are just fine.

It's over between Steven Tyler and his longtime girlfriend Aimee Preston ... TMZ has learned the couple has called it quits on their relationship.

Multiple sources with direct knowledge tell us Steven and Aimee have broken up ... though it's unclear when they separated and what led to the split.

Steven hired Aimee as his personal assistant way back in 2012 ... they started dating in 2014 but waited until the 2016 Oscars to go public with their romance, holding hands at Elton John's AIDS Foundation Oscars viewing party.

Viral Band Boy Throb🩷 Satire?! Listen To Our Vocals, We Ain't Playing ... Neither Is Darshan!!!

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Not part of the Throb Mob yet? Buckle up, ’cause Boy Throb -- the TikTok viral boyband -- will soon have your hearts throbbing too ... but they want to make one thing crystal clear, telling TMZ they’re not satire ... even if the full group hasn’t hit the stage together just yet!

Three of the four Throbbers -- Evan Papier, Anthony Key and Zachary Sobania -- chatted with TMZ Thursday fresh out of a Chase Bank ... where they were trying to score a loan to cover visa costs to get their fourth member, Darshan Magdum, from India to the U.S. Yeah -- that’s one big indicator of just how serious they are.

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Their infectious, high-energy hustle to get Darshan -- currently holding it down on Zoom -- over to the States has sent them rocketing to viral fame. And with Grammy dreams already locked in, the guys insist they’re built to last.

Barack Obama I'm A Blink!!! Bumping Blackpink In '25

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Barack Obama let that prima donna spice up his life this year -- the 44th president revealed his favorite music of 2025 ... and none other than BLACKPINK was in ink!

"Jump" by Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé popped up near the top of Obama's official playlist for the year ... so it's safe to say he's the newest member of the BLINK fandom!!

Either that, or Barry O fell victim to Diplo's production on the track. Regardless, it's a big deal for the genre ... as it marks the first-ever K-Pop song to be recommended by the former commander-in-chief.

The high-paced and confident single was released in early July and fed the appetite of hungry Blinks who craved new music after the foursome went on hiatus in late 2023.

Britney Spears IRS Wants a $600K Piece of Me ... But I Don't Owe a Dime!!!

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Death and taxes are unavoidable, but Britney Spears is trying to get out of making a $600,000 payment to the IRS ... and she says the tax man is grossly mistaken.

According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, the IRS sent Britney a Notice of Deficiency for the tax year ending 2021, claiming she owes over $600K.

Britney is disputing the figure ... and she filed her own legal response claiming the IRS miscalculated and that she doesn't actually owe the tax man so much as a dime.

'Pretty Little Liars' Reunion?! SZA, Selena & Zara ... Your Gen-Z Buzz of the Week!

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It's Friday ... y'all feelin' tapped out?! Tap-In to this week's hottest stories Gen-Z couldn't live without!

‘Pretty Little Liars’ Icons Lucy Hale & Ian Harding Reunite, ‘Good to Be Back’

Lucy Hale and Ian Harding teased a video on socials, "Good To Be Back ...", while sippin' on some to-go coffee ... the setting in which they snapped the moment could definitely pass as a production office somewhere, just sayin'!

Lucy later confirmed on her page, she and Harding are set to star in a holiday rom-com next year!

SZA Sizzles With Selena!

Our jaws hit the floor when we stumbled upon this dynamic duo -- SZA and Selena Gomez! The two icons cozied up for a photo -- which was shared on SZA's social media, but do we think there's a music collab on the way?!

Charlamagne Tha God This 'Smart Hulk' Re-Ups With iHeartMedia ... For $200 Million!!!

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Charlamagne Tha God is here to stay at "The Breakfast Club" and iHeartMedia, despite hater reports ... the radio czar just signed a new $200 million deal with iHeartMedia!!!

Much speculation surrounded Charlamagne's status with iHeart in the wake of the shake-ups at Hot 97, which led to the departure of Ebro Darden, Peter Rosenberg, and a few others.

However, Charlamagne broke the news through Forbes on Friday, expressing his desire to expand his Black Effect network into the "BET" of podcasting!!!

Taylor Swift Mamma Matchmaker!!! Singer's Mom Set Her Up With Travis Kelce

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Cupid has a new name ... and it's Andrea Swift! Taylor Swift's mom revealed she's the one who set her famous daughter up with her NFL star fiancé Travis Kelce in a scene from the 'End of an Era' docuseries.

In the video, Andrea recalled watching a viral clip from Travis' "New Heights" podcast in which he talks about going to one of Taylor's concerts and being disappointed that he didn't get to give Taylor his phone number.

Loving his earnest gesture -- and handsome face -- Andrea immediately called up the biggest Kansas City Chiefs fan she knew to give her the deets on the team's future hall of famer.