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HBO's hit show "The White Lotus" has captivated audiences with its luxurious locations, impeccable acting and full frontal nudity. Buckle up, because we're about to rock your boat with these behind-the-scenes shots!

The all-star cast -- which is composed of stars like Thai singer Lisa, Leslie Bibb, Michelle Monaghan, Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey and Patrick Schwarzenegger -- each bring their acting flare, humor and drama to their characters.

One of the groups traveling to the serene White Lotus hotel is The Ratliff crew -- the wealthy family from Durham, North Carolina who seemingly have dysfunctional dynamics, however, here's a shot of the actors leaning in for a friendly pic while their mics weren't hot.

Candiace Dillard Bassett is showing love to her former 'Real Housewives' costar Karen Huger ... saying she feels for her after her DUI sentencing -- and reminding those rushing to judgment that we all have our own struggles.

We caught up with Candiace -- who starred on "The Real Housewives of the Potomac" from 2018 to 2024 -- outside Better Brothers Los Angeles' Truth Awards, a night to honor members of the Black LGBTQ+ community for the good work they do as well as to give out scholarships to LGBTQ+ youth.

Our photog asked her about Huger who was sentenced to one year in prison last month for a March 2024 crash ... and, she says she's "devastated" for Karen and her family.

Jay Leno doesn't just bring comedic firepower to any place he shows up ... he's bringing literal firepower, too -- 'cause he rolled around the L.A. streets in a freaking tank!

The comedian was caught by a couple locals driving slowly down a residential street ... with his head popping out the beast. Unclear if its the real deal or a ride tricked out to look like a tank -- but he's steering it like a pro, regardless.

It's outfitted with a massive gun ... though we doubt Jay could actually conquer any territories with it. However, it's certainly intimidating -- even if Leno isn't since he pulled over to have a fun convo with the dudes filming him.

Amber Portwood apparently is no longer a part of "Teen Mom" ... but she's saying don't get it twisted -- she wasn't fired -- she threw in the towel for her mental health.

Amber recently did a TikTok Live ... shutting down rumors she was axed from the popular MTV series, saying the decision to bounce was all hers -- and she split "three days ago."

This isn't the first time she's addressed the rumors that she was booted -- she jumped on another Live earlier this week to talk about it ... but this is the first time she's straight-up said she was the one who pulled the plug.

Jason Isaacs is in the hot seat after saying he was sick of being asked if it was really his dong on full display this season of "The White Lotus" ... and he is over the double standard.

Jason railed against the hog query during his Friday appearance on “CBS Mornings" when it was brought up he was the latest actor in the popular HBO series to ... let it all hang out.

Noting he was well aware there was a debate online whether it was his legit junk or a prosthetic, JI said women going nude in film/ TV were not asked about body parts being real, so why was he being bombarded?

Bill Maher's head is spinning over the number of movies made about prostitutes, but he thinks a recent title change has created a lot of damage.

The 'Real Time' host seemed amused that Hollywood is now using the term "sex worker" instead of prostitute. Don't get him wrong -- he thinks "Anora" was a great flick, but it's part of a movement to whitewash the soul-crushing reality for lots of women in that biz.

Bill says using the term "sex worker" is really just virtue signaling, and as he puts it ... it's too benign a term. It makes it sound like an office job, and it's not.

Martin Kove is thrilled his old pal Sly Stallone has become a Hollywood ambassador via President Donald Trump ... 'cause he thinks the town has lost its magic by becoming too political -- and who better than "Rambo" to straighten things out?

TMZ caught up with the "Karate Kid" and "Cobra Kai" icon at LAX ... and he straight-up told us Sly is ready to sweep H'wood's leg if that's what needs to be done to bring back some artistic sensibility.

MK is confident Sly -- along with Jon Voight and Mel Gibson, also appointed by Trump -- will get Hollywood back to making quality entertainment -- and get the industry to scrap the soapboxes.

At 43 years old, reality TV star Porsha Williams is giving fans and followers a good glimpse at her hot-mama-bod -- leaving us and her millions speechless!

Comin' in hot, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" star just served up some sexy selfies sporting this strappy black bikini and the comments are flooding in!

MTV is not bringing back their annual celebration of the best of pop culture ... we've learned their famous 'Movie & TV Awards' show has been nixed for the second straight year.

Sources close to production tell TMZ ... the annual event is not returning this year and remains "on pause."

It sounds like the future of the awards show is very much up in the air ... we're told no plans to bring it back, or to scrap it altogether, have been solidified.

"Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles" will not be returning for a 16th season anytime soon ... production on the show is officially on pause ... TMZ has learned.

Sources connected to the Bravo show tell us the series is not being considered officially canceled by the network ... as there’s a possibility it could return in the future. However, the current incarnation of the show has come to an end after 15 seasons.

The long running series followed the professional and personal lives of high end real estate agents in Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Malibu. Some of the most notable cast members -- Josh Flagg, Josh Altman, Tracy Tutor, James Harris, David Parnes and Madison Hildebrand.

Teddi Mellencamp is opening up about her slow realization that she was suffering from brain tumors ... and she says she's had some of the saddest and darkest days since her diagnosis.

The reality TV star dished on the "wild" lead-up to her brain surgery on her "Two Ts in a Pod" podcast, explaining she initially dismissed her symptoms as migraines or menopause.

Teddi says she was at a horse show when she had a terrible migraine, took some of her friend's migraine meds and instantly felt worse ... to the point where she forgot where she was.

Gabby Windey says she hasn't seen a dime from the prize money she won on "Traitors" ... but there's a paperwork issue holding up the payment and Gabby doesn't seem to be sweating it.

We got the reality TV star at LAX and our photog asked her about her claim that NBC has not paid her the $40,860 she won on the show.

Gabby tells us she still hasn't been paid since first raising the issue on "Watch What Happens Live" when she told Andy Cohen about it ... and she's hoping the deposit comes soon.

Former reality TV stars Kyndra Mayo and Cami Edwards were seniors in high school when they became known for being the popular besties -- planning and throwing ragers at their luxurious Orange County homes -- on the hit MTV reality show "Laguna Beach" back in 2006.

Kyndra and Cami brought the drama and followed the footsteps of the OG's, Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari, and were joined by Tessa Keller, Cameron Brinkman and Lexie Contursi.

Today, Kyndra and Cami are still close and are raising their daughters in Orange County.

Spike Feresten, a veteran writer in Hollywood, is raising money for students impacted by the Palisades fire ... by putting his classic motorcycle on the auction block.

Spike is auctioning off his 1966 Triumph Bonneville T120R ... and all the proceeds are going to the Palisades Charter High School Booster Club. We're told the money will go towards fire recovery at the school.

Much of the Palisades was destroyed in the January wildfire and the rebuilding efforts are underway ... but it's going to take a lot, and Spike is doing his part.

Kelly Clarkson's recent step back from her popular talk show isn't a cause for alarm despite all the online rumors ... TMZ has learned.

Here's the deal ... the singer-turned-TV personality has been noticeably absent from "The Kelly Clarkson Show" since early last week -- disappearing suddenly just before a show and abruptly forcing actor Simu Liu into an impromptu hosting role.

KC returned for a couple episodes last week ... but, she hasn't been onstage since March 5 -- and, it led to a whole lot of online speculation about her health.

"These are the best days of our lives" ... because TMZ has learned the brand-new cast for Season 12 of "Vanderpump Rules" will begin filming in a few weeks.

Production sources tell us ... the rebooted Bravo series will go into production in early April. We're told the cast is made up of 14 members ... some will be full-time and others will be friends of the cast.

We're told the rebooted version of the long-running series will keep its original formula, which will take viewers inside the hookups, feuds and drama surrounding Lisa Vanderpump's West Hollywood restaurant, SUR. We're told the SUR-vers' homes and lives outside the restaurant will be the meat of the show.