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Hayden Panettiere's ex, Wlad Klitschko, says he's putting up $30K of his own money to cover the late actress's tax bill … to prevent her estate from being hit with a ton of interest and penalties ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Wlad, who shares a daughter named Kaya with Hayden, believes Hayden's 2025 individual state and federal income tax returns are currently due on October 15 ... which is just a week away.

Wlad says Hayden owes approximately $30K for the year, which he will pay out of his own pocket. He says he will ask to be reimbursed by the estate once it is set up.

Jayson Williams' estranged wife, Tanya Young Williams, claims the former NBA All-Star owes hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid child support ... TMZ has learned.

Tanya filed for divorce Monday in New York after 17 years of legal limbo, according to court records obtained by TMZ.

When contacted for comment, the "Basketball Wives LA" star told TMZ ... Jayson provided no financial support for their daughters from his 2010 imprisonment through his 2012 release. She says payments began only after their 2015 settlement, but stopped after two years, leaving him "hundreds of thousands of dollars in arrears."

Patrick Mahomes' father will be allowed to attend some of his NFL star son's games this season while still on probation in his criminal case ... TMZ has learned.

In docs filed with the court, Patrick Sr. asked for permission to attend games in Kansas City, Las Vegas, and Cincinnati.

Patrick Sr. said he understood he would have to submit to urine tests as requested by his probation officer on dates before and after travel on each occasion.

The suspended NFL referees are fighting back!

Following Monday's unprecedented punishments of two NFL officials -- Adrian Hill and Jeff Seeman -- the union that represents the refs is clapping back, saying the league came down on 'em too hard.

Scott Green, Executive Director of the NFLRA, admits the referees' actions were out of character, but says "that should not result in discipline that is excessive or inconsistent with established precedent."

The Dodgers are betting favorites to not only beat the Braves, but also win the World Series for the third straight year ... but Killer Mike says none of that's happening these playoffs!

TMZ Sports caught up with the star rapper at LAX this week, with the NLDS knotted up at one game apiece, and asked him for his take on the razor-close series.

"Ain't no upset!" Mike said. "We gave y'all Freeman back. He fired his agent, as he should've, cause $140 million goes longer in Atlanta. But the Braves, man, go Bravo!"

Tyreek Hill and his ex Keeta Vacarro faced off in court, where she accused him of abuse during their marriage.

Keeta is seeking damages from Tyreek, along with punitive damages. On the stand, Keeta claimed Tyreek punched her in the stomach while pregnant in 2024 because he did not want the kid.

Keeta filed for divorce from Tyreek in April 2025, just one day after cops responded to an alleged domestic dispute at the couple's condo.

Hayden Panettiere's ex Wladimir Klitschko believes someone in her orbit sold some of her stuff to a pawn shop ... and now he's claiming the pawn shop is refusing to answer his questions ... and he wants police to get involved.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Wladimir said he believes "a non-family member previously connected to Hayden" pawned off some of her belongings ... and he thinks it was jewelry.

Wladimir said the pawn shop has declined to disclose specific item information without being contacted by law enforcement.

If you're waiting for a Jazz Chisolm apology, don't hold your breath, Yankees fans ... the Bronx Bombers' second baseman stands by his play.

After the Rays beat the Yanks 5-2 in Game 2 of the ALDS Monday night, the second baseman was asked what he’d do differently after a disastrous first inning that included three errors ... and one from the middle infielder that led to a run being scored.

His answer ... basically nothing.

Kroy Biermann Jr. -- Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann's oldest son -- pleaded not guilty to a slew of felony charges he's facing in connection with an alleged sexual assault ... TMZ has confirmed.

According to court documents filed by the 15-year-old's lawyer, Jason B. Sheffield ... KJ pleaded not guilty to all 7 charges filed against him. He has also waived a formal arraignment. Page Six first reported the new development.

We broke the story ... KJ was arrested in August after a female classmate told cops that he assaulted her in April at a family changing room at a fitness center.

Sam McDowell, a 6-time All-Star pitcher for the Indians, has died at 84 years old.

It's a sad day for Cleveland baseball.

McDowell, 6'5" and known for his vicious fastball, played 11 of his 15 Major League Baseball seasons with the then-Cleveland Indians. He was the first modern-era pitcher to strike out 300 batters in fewer than 300 innings during the 1965 season.

He also led the AL with an eye-popping 2.18 ERA that same year.

His excellent career was capped off by his induction into the Cleveland Guardians Hall of Fame in 2006.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rang in his 37th birthday Monday night at a dinner date in the Big Apple ... their first birthday celebration as a married couple.

Taylor and Travis hopped out of a black SUV in Manhattan's Soho district and were greeted by a swarm of paps on their way into Torrisi ... an Italian joint.

Travis was in double celebration mode ... not only was it his birthday, but it was also "Victory Monday" ... his Kansas City Chiefs were fresh off a victory Sunday over the Las Vegas Raiders.

Two zebras just got benched.

The NFL has suspended two officials -- line judge Jeff Seeman and ref Adrian Hill -- for unprofessional conduct towards players in two separate incidents on Sunday ... a very rare move from the league.

Seeman’s two-game suspension comes after the official was seen jawing with Cardinals star tight end Trey McBride, yelling, "F*** you!" at him twice ... which was captured by television cameras.

Daniil Medvedev’s semifinal match against Novak Djokovic ended with a thud ... after the tennis star fired a tennis ball into a fan's face.

Djokovic already had Medvedev on the ropes before the disqualification -- he won the first set and led the second, 5 games to 3 -- but he wasn't done yet ... until he recklessly sent the ball into the stands, leaving a spectator clutching his eye.

The innocent fan was escorted from his seat and taken to the hospital. Thankfully, it doesn't sound like the injury is too serious.

Celebrating a game-sealing, 4th-quarter pick with a delicious dinner?! Say less ... the N.Y. Giants defense hit up a New York City hotspot Sunday night to celebrate their thrilling win!

TMZ Sports has learned Deonte Banks, the game's hero, treated teammates Kayvon Thibodeaux, Abdul Carter, Jevon Holland, Tremaine Edmunds, Nic Jones, and many more to a fancy dinner at Sei Less.

The former first-round draft pick rented out a private room at the upscale restaurant/lounge ... where the (very hungry) football players dined on chicken satay, lobster spoons, Beijing chicken, chicken wontons, shrimp lo mein, and more.

As the G-Men were leaving, other guests spotted the players, and they were psyched ... with many congratulating Banks on the game-saving play.

If you missed it, the Cardinals had the ball on the 4-yard line, 4th and goal, down 6 points, with 12 seconds remaining.

One play for Big Blue ... get a stop and win the game.

Deonte did one better, picking off Jacoby Brissett's pass and returning it 96 yards for a touchdown.

Game over, Giants win, 36-24.

Of course, not everyone on the Giants was able to attend the feast, including Jaxson Dart, who was at home nursing his newly surgically repaired knee.

While it was a bummer to miss out on time with his teammates, the Giants QB was PUMPED when Banks made the pick ... a reaction that was caught on camera by his GF Melissa Ayers.

Travis Kelce is runnin' another year around the sun, and when the NFL superstar ain't high and tight on the field, he's turning heads with some serious style from his fashion playbook.

From oversized suit style to game-day swag ... and casual streetwear ... Travis has been serving up looks worthy of a fresh lyrical drop from Taylor!

The 6'5" hunk throws up looks that always thrive, on the gridiron and on the streets! Cool, calm n' collected is the vibe!

At the final whistle, Killa-Trav's style is solid as a piece of "Wood!" 😜

AEW star PAC's sudden death is still short on answers, and a newly obtained response from the city isn't filling in all the blanks ... TMZ has learned.

PAC -- real name Benjamin Satterley -- was found unresponsive inside his car in a CAVA restaurant parking lot in Des Plaines, Illinois, on Sept. 27 ... just hours after wrestling in Chicago.

As TMZ previously reported, customers spotted the 40-year-old inside the vehicle around 4 PM and called 911.