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Chris Rock took aim at Luigi Mangione on "Saturday Night Live" this week, cracking a stinging joke that compared the alleged CEO shooter's looks to actor Jonah Hill.

The comedian walked out onstage for his cold open while hosting 'SNL' and dove right into the high-profile murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, saying he felt bad for the man's family.

Chris then remarked about how everyone in the country is fixated on Mangione's good looks before hitting the punchline ... "If he looked like Jonah Hill, no one would care. They’d already given him the chair already — he’d be dead."

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King stepped out in NYC to celebrate Gayle's 70th birthday -- and, Oprah gave her longtime friend a shocking surprise.

The two pals hit up Ci Siamo -- a popular Manhattan restaurant ... Oprah in a gold dress under a long white coat and Gayle going with a more muted black and teal outfit, perfectly matching her scarf.

The two were joined by Megan Sullivan, general manager of the restaurant, who walked into the joint for what Gayle clearly thought was supposed to be a small dinner ... though Oprah had a big surprise to her.

James Kennedy's girlfriend is finally breaking her silence after his arrest for domestic violence ... letting fans know she needs some time, but she's alright.

Ally Lewber -- JK's longtime partner -- took to Instagram Saturday to thank everyone for reaching out to support her in the last few days.

She's quick to say she's doing fine ... but, she's also taking the time she needs -- and asking people to respect her privacy.

Quentin Tarantino's got a whole lot more than a hateful eight coming after him ... he's got a whole army of pissed-off fans slamming him -- 'cause he took aim at "Yellowstone."

Here's the deal ... on a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," Tarantino talked about watching the hit Western TV show -- explaining he loves the genre and gave the show a chance.

But, after watching a couple seasons, QT says he was compelled by the show while watching ... but realized when he wasn't in front of the screen that the show is simply a soap opera.

James Kennedy's alleged altercation with a woman, leading to his domestic violence arrest, might be much more physical than originally thought ... TMZ has learned.

According to a Burbank Police Daily Arrest Log, an officer made contact with the "Vanderpump Rules" star and the woman inside a residence Tuesday night.

In the log entry for Kennedy's case, it says the woman stated her boyfriend picked her up and threw her to the ground. As we reported, Kennedy was arrested for misdemeanor domestic battery upon spouse/co-habitant.

Conan O'Brien's parents passed away earlier this week ... with his mother dying Thursday, just three days after his father.

Dr. Thomas O’Brien's health had been failing for a long time prior to his death on Monday, according to the Boston Globe, while Ruth Reardon O’Brien passed peacefully on December 12.

Dr. O'Brien was an expert in antimicrobial drug resistance research -- serving as director of the Infectious Diseases Division at what is now Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He also taught at Harvard as an associate professor, finally retiring in 2019 at the age of 90.

Kim Kardashian is doing what she can to stay moving amid her recent foot injury ... even enlisting the help of a mobility scooter to get around.

Check it out ... the reality TV star had a less-than-glamorous arrival as she swung by the flagship SKIMs store in New York City Thursday evening.

Kim, who revealed she broke her foot last week, was spotted climbing out of the back of an SUV and onto the walking aid ... which she scooted from the road to the doorway of her business.

Danica McKellar's basically the reigning queen of Christmas rom-com movies -- with her recent catalog of work making it clear she's got it all down to a festive science.

We caught up with the actress, and she’s loving her holiday groove ... saying there’s something so heartwarming about watching regular folks navigate life without greed or selfishness.

It’s a fun, feel-good clip you’ve gotta check out! Danica dives into her Hallmark and Great American Family flicks, even spilling why the latter has become a cheery fave for anyone craving cozy vibes.

"Vanderpump Rules" star James Kennedy is in trouble with the law ... we've learned the Bravo personality has been arrested for misdemeanor domestic violence.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Burbank, CA Police were dispatched to a home in the area Tuesday night after receiving a call about an argument between him and a woman.

We're told a witness saw Kennedy and the woman arguing ... with the reality TV star allegedly grabbing her at one point, though we're told officers did not see any visible injuries on her.

"The Golden Bachelor" star Gerry Turner’s incurable cancer diagnosis has rocked fans, but he’s not letting it slow him down -- he’s carrying on with life as usual, TMZ has learned.

Gerry tells TMZ that despite his bone marrow cancer, called Waldenström's macroglobulinemia, his daily routine hasn’t missed a beat -- he’s still playing pickleball 3 times a week for 3 hours and walking around a nearby 3-mile lake twice a week.

Gerry says while doctors have advised cutting back on alcohol and sugar, he’s feeling more adventurous and open to new experiences ... adding optimistically, "I get the benefit of living like I’m dying!"

Vivica A. Fox says it's great to see Jamie Foxx back onstage after his medical issues ... and, the whole world's gotta watch out -- 'cause Vivica says he's a man on a mission.

We caught up with the actress outside Jamie's 57th birthday celebration in Los Angeles Tuesday night ... and, we had to know what it was like celebrating with Foxx after a brain bleed nearly claimed his life.

Vivica says it was so rewarding to see Jamie up on his feet, being himself again ... adding she's glad he came back in his own time instead of rushing through his recovery.

Gerry Turner is finally sharing more about his surprising split from Theresa Nist, who he married on the 'Golden Bachelor' ... and it turns out a cancer diagnosis played a major role.

Gary and Theresa got hitched shortly after getting engaged during the inaugural season of the new spin on the popular dating show, which aired in November 2023 ... but a mere 3 months after the big wedding, it was splitsville.

In an interview with People, GT revealed that after tying the knot, he was diagnosed with a slow-growing "bone marrow cancer" ... called Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.

The Amazing Kreskin -- the world-renowned mentalist with connections to some of the biggest stars in show business -- has died ... according to a statement posted to his social media.

Kreskin's social media accounts posted a statement late Tuesday ... explaining the star passed away in the middle of the holiday season he loved so much.

According to the post, Kreskin decorated his house with numerous decorations and multiple Christmas trees each year -- and hosted lavish Christmas parties where he regaled guests with "Ave Maria."

Suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione already has a lawyer, but some of Kim Kardashian's fans want him replaced by the reality star and aspiring legal eagle.

Several of Kim's ardent supporters jumped on X to encourage her to get involved in Mangione's murder case, which has captivated the country. As you know, Kim is a vocal proponent of criminal justice reform while trying to pass the bar to become an attorney.

One person on X bluntly said Kim should represent Mangione. Another speculated Kim could be looking for ways to free Mangione. A third begged someone to contact Kim so she could protect Mangione from going to jail (Too late for that.) And a fourth demanded that Kim try to get Mangione a pardon.

Michael Cole, who was notably the last surviving star of the '60s/'70s hit crime drama "The Mod Squad," has died ... his reps confirmed Tuesday.

Per the actor's team ... Michael passed away peacefully this morning while surrounded by his loved ones. They applauded the late star for "living a full and vibrant life."

A cause of death was not shared.

"Stranger Things" star Brett Gelman is speaking out after the arrest of Luigi Mangione -- the suspect charged in the murder of a healthcare executive in New York -- saying while the U.S. healthcare system is broken, that's no excuse to commit murder.

We caught up with the actor at LAX Tuesday ... Gelman tells TMZ he understands the frustration with healthcare, but made it clear that being fed up with the system doesn’t give you the right to go out and kill someone.

Check out the video ... because Brett dishes more thoughts on the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson ... telling us the way whoever did the crime should’ve made a point about the healthcare system if he really wanted.