Kroy Biermann Ordered to Pay $64K for Gambling Debt
Kroy Biermann apparently still has an old gambling tab hanging over his head ... and now a judge says it's time to pay up.
The former NFL player has been ordered to cough up more than $64,000 stemming from a 2021 gambling trip to the Bahamas, according to an Us Weekly report.
The outlet says Sky Warrior -- the company that handles credit lines at Baha Mar Casino -- won a $52,500 judgment against Kroy, plus nearly $12,000 in legal fees and costs. The case was moved to Georgia, where Kroy was reportedly served late last month.
Lindsay Clancy Holdout Juror Fundraiser $$$ Floods In After Mistrial
The lone holdout juror who helped force a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy's murder case is getting some serious financial backing ... with a fundraiser supporting him already pulling in tens of thousands of dollars.
A GiveSendGo titled "Stand With the Juror" has raised over $70,000 toward a $100,000 goal as of Sunday afternoon ... with organizers saying the money is intended to cover the juror's security, attorneys and lost wages if he faces fallout over his role in the mistrial.
The fundraiser fiercely defends the unidentified juror who refused to join the other 11 in finding Clancy not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility in the deaths of her three children.
Hayden Panettiere BF Brian Hickerson Cuffed By Police In South Carolina ... Watch Chair Tossing Altercation In Bar
UPDATE
12:55 PM PST -- TMZ has obtained video of Zach and Brian Hickerson prior to the all-out brawl erupting seemingly showing the brothers beginning to boil over alleged heckling over Hayden Panettiere's death.
Brian Hickerson had a wild night with his brother, Zach, at a South Carolina bar ... and it ended with the brothers in handcuffs and Brian claiming that police leaked details about the death of his actress girlfriend, Hayden Panettiere.
The Greenville PD tells TMZ ... Brian was ultimately released, but Zach was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and brought to jail.
All the drama kicked off Saturday night at Wild Wing Cafe in Greenville when Brian suddenly picked up a stool at the bar and slung it backwards, according to sources with direct knowledge.
Steve McBee Sr. Home After Prison Release ... Reunites With Family
Steve McBee Sr. is back home and back with his family after spending months behind bars ... and the 'McBee Dynasty' patriarch is making it clear he’s appreciating the little things.
Steve shared his first public message following his release Saturday, posting a video from his return to the family farm in Gallatin, Missouri. The reality star expressed gratitude for being home and for the blessings in his life.
His return has been an emotional one for the McBee family. Steve’s son, Steven McBee Jr., celebrated his dad’s release online, while another son, Cole McBee, shared a photo of Steve meeting his newest granddaughter, Tate, who was born while he was incarcerated.
'Pretty Ricky' Spectacular Smith You Sexually Assaulted Me ... And Filmed It Too!!!
Pretty Ricky member Spectacular Smith is being sued by an Arizona woman who claims he messaged her on Instagram to meet up before sexually assaulting her.
According to a new lawsuit obtained TMZ, a woman named Alexis Dieng filed a complaint against the rapper in August, alleging he contacted her in October of last year requesting recommendations for restaurants. Dieng claims Smith then cultivated her trust and arranged to meet her in person.
According to the suit, Smith provided Dieng with an initial meeting location but then changed the meet-up place to a residence in Maricopa County ... where she says she eventually arrived by herself around 10:30 PM the next day.
Dieng claims Smith initiated physical contact with her and then engaged in sexual intercourse with her without her consent.
How Nick Reiner Will Spend His 1st Birthday Behind Bars
Nick Reiner won't be blowing out any birthday candles behind bars ... as authorities say he'll be treated just like every other inmate ... meaning no perks -- and no presents.
Nick -- who is accused of brutally murdering filmmaker father Rob Reiner and producer mother, Michele Singer Reiner -- will have no extra privileges Monday, which is when the accused killer turns 33.
"Birthdays are treated like every other day, no special treatment from LASD," a Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department representative told Page Six.
General Hospital's Steve Burton Ex Told Our Daughter My New Wife Isn't Family
Steve Burton claims his ex-wife, Sheree Gustin, is playing games over custody of their daughter Brooklyn … and says she slammed his new wife in front of their daughter ... TMZ has learned.
In court docs obtained by TMZ, Steve says Sheree told Brooklyn that his new wife and stepdaughters are "not family," deleted messages from the stepsisters, and has "told Brooklyn that Steve and his wife are 'brainwashing' her, conduct that has caused Brooklyn to whisper during calls and delete her own messages out of fear of her mother's reaction."
Steve claims Sheree’s "affair and pregnancy outside the marriage" was the cause of their divorce … but says Sheree nevertheless still continues to hold significant anger toward his new wife.
CIA Officer In Gold Bars Case Feds Offer Golden Parachute ... Nears Plea Deal After Arrest
The CIA officer who allegedly stashed 300 gold bars in his house may be able to keep the case out of the public eye ... because federal prosecutors and his lawyers say they're working on a plea deal.
David Rush -- a former intelligence officer -- and the Justice Department submitted a joint filing in court Friday, according to multiple reports, claiming they have a "plea agreement in principle."
The two sides are asking the judge to extend a deadline until October 8 so the two sides can "prepare the paperwork, including an agreed upon statement of facts."
Lil Durk Not Guilty in Murder-for-Hire Case
Lil Durk has been exonerated in his murder-for-hire case ... because a jury found him not guilty on all five charges.
After 3 days of deliberation, the jury returned a not guilty verdict regarding his alleged involvement in a fatal 2022 shooting in L.A.
As you know, prosecutors argued that Lil Durk had hired a hit team to kill rival rapper Quando Rondo ... but shot his cousin instead.
Diddy & Cassie Ex Male Escort Says Photos Show Freak-Off Prep
The former male escort suing Diddy and Cassie over alleged trauma from their freak-offs says he's got photos that will help prove his case ... claiming the images show him being flown out and put up in hotels for marathon sex sessions.
TMZ obtained new legal docs filed by Clayton Howard, the former sex worker turned law student who testified in the Diddy criminal trial, as he tries to save his lawsuit against the former couple.
Clayton submitted an amended lawsuit with photos attached. He says the first photo was taken on December 16, 2016, and shows the view from a seat on a plane. During the trial, prosecutors revealed how Diddy would hire male escorts and fly them across the country to have sex with Cassie while he watched and gave instructions, so this seems to be what Clayton's getting at.
Kroy Biermann Jr. Granted Bond After Shocking Court Hearing ... Online School, No Contact With Younger Siblings
Kroy Biermann Jr. has officially been granted bond in his sexual battery case ... though it sounds like he may have some major hurdles to navigate because the judge says one scenario would require him to stay the hell away from anyone under the age of 16 ... a daunting task for a 15-year-old.
The court set Kroy Jr's bond at $200k. The judge said he will have to live with his mom and attend school online. Kroy Jr. will not be allowed to use social media or a cell phone ... and cannot have contact with anyone 16 or under. He will also have to wear an electronic monitoring device.
The court hearing took place on Friday in Georgia -- where prosecutors claim they found videos on his phone showing him having sex with an underage relative -- and featured a moment where conditions of bail were discussed.
Holdout Lindsay Clancy Juror Had DV Arrest, Active Restraining Order
The juror on the Lindsay Clancy trial who was the lone holdout reportedly has a history of alleged domestic violence against his family ... according to a new bombshell report.
According to an investigation by Boston's NBC10 that doesn't name the member of the jury, the man has an active restraining order against him and his landlord is trying to evict him.
The juror -- who single-handedly prevented a unanimous not guilty verdict -- was reportedly previously charged with assault after allegedly grabbing his then-wife by throat and throwing her into a dresser -- a charge that was later dismissed, and the couple divorced.
Kim Zolciak's Son Kroy Jr. Lawyer Downplays Alleged Sex With Underage Relative ... 'Inappropriate, Crude Behavior'
Kroy Biermann Jr.'s lawyer is firing back at claims prosecutors made about the 15-year-old in court ... namely, allegations that KJ had videos on his phone showing him having sex with an underage family member.
Jason B. Sheffield is repping the son of "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Kim Zolciak and former NFL player Kroy Biermann in his sexual battery case ... and during Friday's bond hearing, prosecutors made some shocking claims about a prior case, which was previously unknown.
Sheffield tells TMZ ... "The characterizations made in court regarding the prior juvenile matter involving KJ Biermann grossly misrepresent both the facts and the ultimate resolution of that case."
Kroy Biermann Jr. Prosecutors Claim He Had Sex With Underage Relative on Video
Update
12:13 PM PT -- Video from inside the courtroom shows KJ's lawyer talking to the judge during the hearing, explaining why KJ's case should play out in juvenile court to keep things away from the media and public. The attorney also mentions the polygraph test Kim claims her son took and passed.
The judge did not make a ruling on the juvenile court ask ... taking more time to mull it over.
10:48 AM PT -- Kim Zolciak and her daughter Brielle Biermann were seen leaving after Court on Friday.
Kroy "KJ" Biermann Jr. had videos on his phone showing him having sex with an underage relative ... according to prosecutors in his sexual assault case.
Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann's eldest son appeared in a Georgia court Friday as part of a bond hearing ... and Page Six reports the prosecution claims investigators found videos on KJ's cell phone which they say depict the 15-year-old having penetrative sex with a relative under 12 years old.
It's unclear how old KJ was when the alleged videos were taken.
Deputy District Attorney Caitlin McGillicuddy claims there were "multiple encounters" on video found on KJ's phone. She also claims KJ uses "predatory, derogatory" language toward the alleged victim in the videos.
KJ Biermann's Sexual Battery Case Alleged Victim Says She's Receiving Threats
Kroy Biermann Jr.'s alleged victim -- who says he sexually assaulted her in a gym changing room -- told a judge she's being threatened because of her allegations.
The teenager -- whose name has not been released, though she is a classmate of Kroy Jr.'s -- spoke in a Georgia courtroom on Friday at KJ's bond hearing ... and made an emotional plea to the judge.
The alleged victim says she's been scapegoated in the last few weeks ... telling the judge she's lost friends, and people think she's disgusting. She adds she's received threats from mutual friends who say if Kroy Jr. is released, he'll come after her.
Steven Avery & Brendan Dassey We'd Like Shorter Sentences, Please!
Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey from Netflix's "Making a Murderer" are hoping to get shorter sentences for the 2005 murder of Teresa Halbach, because they've applied to the governor's commutation advisory board.
According to court docs obtained by FOX11 in Wisconsin, Avery continued to maintain his innocence in his application, writing ... "I did not commit this crime. I feel bad for Teresa Halbach's family because they had to suffer such a tremendous loss. But I did not cause their loss."
Avery wrote that he has a good prison conduct record and hopes his letters of support from family and friends would be enough to sway the board. He says that if he's released, he plans to start his own autobody business.