'Storage Wars' Dave Hester Hope My Frenemy Darrell is at Peace
Another star of "Storage Wars" has broken their silence about the sudden death of Darrell Sheets ... and this one is quite notable.
Dave Hester posted a video tribute on Thrusday ... saying he was heartbroken to learn Darrell apparently took his own life ... and that he hopes the man is "in a better place."
Not long after we broke the news of Darrell's death ... Dave told TMZ ... he and Darrell played up their fan-favorite heated rivalry for the cameras -- but deep down, they liked one another.
Taylor Frankie Paul I'm Logging Off for a While!!!
It's been a wild couple of weeks for Taylor Frankie Paul ... and she's taking a step back for herself by ditching social media.
Here's the deal ... TFP's Instagram and TikTok were deleted on Wednesday ... and fans were left asking, WTF is going on, girl?!
A source close to Taylor tells TMZ ... everything is fine -- she's just taking a break from the apps amid the wild news cycle she's been starring in.
'Storage Wars' Darrell Sheets Network to Honor Star With Tribute on New Episode
A&E will pay tribute to Darrell Sheets during this weekend's new episode of "Storage Wars" ... TMZ has learned.
A network source tells TMZ ... the show is currently in the middle of Season 17, with a new episode set to air Saturday, April 25. While Darrell does not appear in the current season, the network plans to honor him with an in-memoriam card during the broadcast.
Leading up to the episode, A&E will also air a marathon of "Storage Wars" from 1 PM to 9 PM, of classic episodes featuring Darrell.
'Deadliest Catch' Plans Tribute To Late Deckhand
The upcoming season of "Deadliest Catch" will address the death of rookie deckhand Todd Meadows ... but audiences won't see footage from the tragic incident at sea.
Discovery says the series premiere will feature a tribute to Todd -- who died in February while working on the Aleutian Lady -- plus other segments highlighting how his death impacted the crew and the broader fishing community.
The network says Todd will show up in later episodes too.
'Clueless' Ugh, As If!!! New Series Scrapped at Peacock
It's another sad day for '90s kids. Just like the "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" reboot, the new "Clueless" series has been canned ... but there is light at the end of the tunnel for Cher.
Insiders tell TMZ ... Peacock has decided not to move forward with development of the series based on the beloved 1990s flick starring Alicia Silverstone, Paul Rudd, and the late Brittany Murphy.
But, we hear that does not mean the series is dead -- it will continue to be developed while it's shopped around by CBS Studios -- the IP being a Paramount property. Silverstone was attached to reprise her iconic character, Cher.
'Summer House' Reunion Loyalty Lines Drawn!!! Seating Chart Revealed
The "Summer House" reunion is currently filming in NYC, and the seating chart is already telling a story.
Bravo spilled on where everyone's sitting for the Season 10 reunion with head honcho Andy Cohen in the middle, flanked by Ciara Miller and Amanda Batula ... putting the Amanda/West Wilson front and center.
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And yeah, the sides are pretty clear. Ciara's wing includes Amanda's ex, Kyle Cooke ... plus Lindsay Hubbard and more ... while Amanda's posted up with West (bold move), alongside Carl Radke and her crew.
As we reported ... Amanda and West confirmed last month their longtime friendship turned romantic, but the timing raised eyebrows given their recent ties within the group.
Snooki I Started Thinking About My Will After Cancer Diagnosis!!!
Snooki is getting brutally honest about her health scare ... admitting she was “terrified” after learning she had stage one cervical cancer and now needs a hysterectomy to keep it from coming back.
The "Jersey Shore" alum opened up in an emotional Thursday interview with ABC News’ Lara Spencer … revealing the diagnosis sent her into full panic mode.
“I was terrified,” Snooki said. “I was hysterically crying in my car -- like what am I gonna do? I have three kids. I gotta do my will. I haven't done my will yet.” She added she immediately started spiraling over worst-case scenarios involving her family.
Watch the video ... the reality TV star also admitted she ignored repeated reminders from her doctor to come in for follow-up appointments ... and now wishes she hadn’t brushed them off.
'Storage Wars' Brandi Passante RIP Darrell Sheets
"Storage Wars" star Brandi Passante is honoring Darrell Sheets after his shocking suicide ... saying she's at a "loss for words" in an emotional Instagram post.
She reacted to the heartbreaking news of the A&E star's death Wednesday, saying her heart hurts for his loved ones ... and urged people who are struggling to get help.
She pleaded, in part, "I would like to say to everyone, if you are struggling, if you feel hopeless or like no one cares. I assure you they do!! You are not alone. Please reach out for help." Brandi's emotional message was paired with a selfie with Darrell as well as BTS images of them together.
Bobbi Althoff Not A 'Mormon Wife' ... But Check Out My Secret Life in New Spinoff!!!
Bobbi Althoff's cringe comedy has propelled her into reality TV ... because she's landed a role on the upcoming 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' spinoff.
According to reports ... Hulu has officially ordered "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Orange County" -- and Althoff's one of the big names involved.
The show is set to premiere later this year ... and will follow a group of lifestyle influencers -- most of them parents -- as they navigate #MomTok.
Ciara Miller CHA-CHAs AWAY FROM 'SUMMER HOUSE' DRAMA!!! ... Joins 'DWTS'
Ciara Miller is trading Hamptons chaos for the ballroom ... 'cause she's officially joined "Dancing with the Stars" ... and the timing couldn't be messier.
ABC/Disney dropped the first big names for Season 35 on Wednesday during Hulu's Get Real House event ... revealing Ciara -- fresh off the "Summer House" friendship fallout heard 'round the Bravoverse -- will compete for the Mirrorball trophy. And Ciara is not the only reality TV queen joining the cast ... "Love Island" and "The Traitors" star Maura Higgins is also lacing up her dancing shoes.
The full celeb cast and pro lineups are still under wraps, but the show's set to return this fall and you already know Ciara's storyline is bringing some serious baggage to the dance floor.
Darrell Sheets 'Storage Wars' Rival Says Sheets Was Bullied Before His Suicide
Rene Nezhoda says people online mercilessly cyberbullied Darrell Sheets before his death ... and, he hopes this will serve as a wakeup call to all the online menaces out there.
Nezhoda spoke about Sheets -- who cops found dead in his home early Wednesday morning -- in a video ... admitting the two had their run-ins because they both competed intensely against each other.
Nezhoda says, deep down, he and Sheets were friends ... and he's sad his pal's gone now. He also says he hopes cops will look into cyberbullying claims Sheets made about others as they investigate his death.
'RHOA' Kim Zolciak Ex-Boyfriend 'Big Poppa' Dead at 68
Lee Najjar -- best known to "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" fans as Kim Zolciak’s elusive "Big Poppa" sugar daddy -- has died at 68.
The wealthy Atlanta real estate investor passed away Saturday, April 18 -- tragic news confirmed by his daughter Katelin via a slate of IG Story pictures of them together and an emotional tribute. Lee's cause of death is unknown.
The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner also confirmed his death to TMZ.
Najjar became a notorious off-camera figure during the early seasons of 'RHOA' -- as the mystery man bankrolling Zolciak’s luxe lifestyle -- all while he was still reportedly married to another woman.
David Del Rio Bye, 'Matlock!!!' Hello, Paris!!!
David Del Rio is a long way from Hollywood ... he's now living it up in Paris with his wife after his dramatic departure from "Matlock" amid unwanted sexual contact allegations.
TMZ has obtained the first photos and video of David and his wife in the City of Light ... and it looks like Katherine Del Rio is sticking firmly by his side following his exit from the hit CBS series.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... David and Katherine have temporarily relocated to Paris with their children, where she's currently enrolled in culinary school.
We're told David continues to deny the sex assault allegations as the situation plays out in arbitration ... and the couple is focused on staying grounded and united.
As TMZ first reported ... David's costar, Leah Lewis, claimed he sexually assaulted her on the Paramount lot back in October 2025. He hired powerhouse lawyer Shawn Holley to represent him, and the network reopened its investigation into the actor after he demanded they review additional details. The result, however, wasn't different from when he was booted.
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'Storage Wars' Darrell Sheets Dead at 67
"Storage Wars" star Darrell Sheets is dead, TMZ has confirmed.
Lake Havasu Police in Arizona tell TMZ ... Sheets apparently died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
Officers responded to a report of a deceased individual at his house at about 2 AM Wednesday, police say. He was pronounced dead at the scene ... his body has been transferred to the Mohave County Medical Examiner's Office.
Taylor Frankie Paul Never Booked 'DWTS' ... But Did Cut a Rug on Her 'Bachelorette' Date
Taylor Frankie Paul was not booked for "Dancing With the Stars," despite reports ... and now we know what is likely causing the confusion.
A source close to 'DWTS' tells TMZ ... "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" and 'Bachelorette' star was involved with the dance competition show -- but what she did is being blown out of proportion.
From what we're told ... on her season of "The Bachelorette" -- which was shelved -- one date was a crossover with 'DWTS' ... and it seems that ballroom scene is being conflated into something more.
Chix On Netflix ... Guess Who's Too Hot To Handle!
Go coconuts for this gorgeous gal in green and yellow, but first you gotta guess who she is ... are you ready for it?!
She took on Season 3 of "Too Hot to Handle" like a champ -- and now she's amassed over a million Instagram followers, and is scoring brand deals!