Published July 8, 2025 2:11 PM PDT
Diddy is on a roll, legally speaking ... because he keeps racking up wins in court ... after outfoxing federal prosecutors, he's now dealing a major blow to one of his sexual assault accusers.
Here's the deal ... a woman named April Lampros sued Diddy last year, claiming he raped her multiple times in the 1990s -- but those allegations are no longer part of her lawsuit.
According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ, the woman's claims for battery, sexual assault and negligent infliction of emotional distress have been dismissed.
Peanut the Squirrel's Owner You're Hilarious, Elon ... But My Dead Pal Deserves More Than an Epstein Meme!!!Published July 8, 2025 12:14 PM PDT | Updated July 8, 2025 1:13 PM PDT
Peanut the Squirrel is thrust back into headlines, with Elon Musk invoking the little guy in a rant about the latest Jeffrey Epstein news ... but Peanut's owner ain't thrilled about the stunt.
Mark Longo tells TMZ ... he's totally honored Musk mentioned Peanut in his post, and now people are talking about the controversial deaths of his beloved pet squirrel and raccoon, Fred, but he wishes EM would do more to help the family's cause.
We talked to Mark right after Elon posted on X a classic meme featuring Jim from "The Office" with the words, "More squirrels and raccoons have been arrested ... than anyone on Epstein's client list. Government is deeply broken."
'The Valley' Jax Taylor Blames Brittany Breakup on Hookup With His Friend ... Regrets Violent ReactionPublished July 8, 2025 10:38 AM PDT
We’re Out of Time with Richard Taite PodcastJax Taylor claims the reason his relationship with estranged wife Brittany Cartwright ended is because she slept with his friend ... but now his main focus is to be the person she wants him to be, for the benefit of their young son Cruz.
Jax says in a new podcast interview ... if he could go back and change one thing in his life, it would be the way he handled his reaction -- throwing furniture in a violent fit -- to finding out Brittany had a fling with his friend while they were separated.
Catch these clips ... TMZ obtained an exclusive first look at Jax's appearance on the "We're Out of Time" podcast with addiction and recovery specialist Richard Taite -- and Taite did not hold back on giving "The Valley" star some heavy advice.
Bryce Hall We Beat 50 Cent In Court ... I'll Do It in the Ring Too!!!Published July 8, 2025 9:32 AM PDT | Updated July 8, 2025 1:54 PM PDT
TMZ.comTikTok star Bryce Hall is making the move into the Hollywood big leagues with his first theatrical film release ... a moment he says 50 Cent tried to hold hostage -- to no avail!!!
We caught up with Bryce outside Sweet Butter Kitchen in L.A. on Monday, and he was stoked for the release this week of horror flick "Skillhouse" ... staking his claim as "First TikToker With a Feature Film."
Watch the clip -- Bryce says he hopes to see A-list movie stars "doing the dances on the red carpet" at his premiere, after he's gone to a bunch of theirs in the past.
TMZ.com Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch Beach House BurglarizedPublished July 8, 2025 7:47 AM PDT
A Southern California beach house belonging to Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch was burglarized on Tuesday morning, TMZ Sports has learned.
Cops tell us ... the WWE Superstars' Playa Del Rey pad was hit at around 3 AM, just hours after Lynch and Rollins performed at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, R.I. for Monday Night RAW.
We're told no one was inside the home at the time of the break-in.
Diddy Attorneys Blast Notorious B.I.G. Semen Suit ... Trial Victory Proves It's All Lies!!!Published July 8, 2025 6:54 AM PDT
Diddy's legal team is touting their huge victory at the federal criminal trial last week ... while blasting the latest lawsuit against the mogul, claiming he doused a man with his semen after masturbating into a Notorious B.I.G. shirt.
Attorneys for Diddy have now responded to the suit filed Monday by the John Doe plaintiff, who accuses Diddy of ejaculating into the garment and tossing it at him, causing semen to splash on his lap and arm.
The suit comes just days after Diddy was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges at his federal criminal trial in NYC -- though he was convicted of the lesser charges of transportation to engage in prostitution.
'16 & Pregnant' Whitney Purvis DEA Busted Reality Star Along With Cops ... After Victim's Fentanyl O.D. DeathPublished July 7, 2025 2:53 PM PDT | Updated July 8, 2025 7:52 AM PDT
Whitney Purvis has double the trouble with the authorities -- not only was the "16 and Pregnant" star picked up by local police, but the feds also arrested her and are now investigating the case ... TMZ has learned.
Jae W. Chung, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, tells TMZ ... Whitney was busted Monday by Atlanta-based DEA agents and officers from the Rome Police Department in Georgia.
As we first reported ...Whitney was hit with state charges of involuntary manslaughter and drug offenses in connection with the fentanyl death of John Mark Harris.
Epstein Files FBI Gun Shy On Prosecuting?!?Published July 7, 2025 1:51 PM PDT
TMZ.comThe feds are hesitant to pursue criminal charges against powerful men named in the Jeffrey Epstein files because they aren't confident they can secure a conviction ... at least according to investigative reporter Tara Palmeri.
Tara's been covering the Epstein case for years now, and she joined us on "TMZ Live" Monday to give us her read on the DOJ/FBI memo announcing no "further disclosure" and no investigations against uncharged third parties.
While Tara agrees there's no client list, she says the FBI definitely has evidence linking the rich and powerful to Epstein's prostitution ring ... but she says the memo makes them sound gun-shy about prosecuting.
TMZ.com Ozzy Osbourne Bark at the Groom Proposal to Kelly Shocks at Final Show!!!Published July 7, 2025 10:54 AM PDT | Updated July 7, 2025 2:33 PM PDT
Ozzy Osbourne was floored by his daughter's surprise engagement at his final show ... and the heavy metal legend couldn't be happier for the soon-to-be-married couple!
Sharon Osbourne tells TMZ ... she and Ozzy are over the moon about Kelly's engagement to Slipknot DJ/keyboardist Sid Wilson, calling it the perfect end to the perfect show. Sharon makes one thing crystal clear ... she wants "a lot more babies" from Kelly and Sid, who already have a young son.
While Ozzy was surprised by the timing of the proposal, he knew it was a long time coming. Sharon tells us Sid asked the Osbournes for permission to marry their daughter a while back ... and about 3-4 months ago, Sid told Sharon he was going to propose to Kelly at Ozzy's final show, deciding to keep it as a surprise for both Ozzy and Kelly.
Denise Richards Husband Files For DivorcePublished July 7, 2025 11:21 AM PDT | Updated July 7, 2025 2:30 PM PDT
Denise Richards and her husband Aaron Phypers are getting a divorce ... TMZ has learned.
According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Aaron filed for divorce on Monday in Los Angeles. He lists the usual "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split and says the date of separation is July 4.
The now former couple had been married for over 6 years. They share no minor children together.
'16 & Pregnant' Star Whitney Purvis Drug O.D. Victim's Mom Grateful Whitney's Off the StreetPublished July 7, 2025 12:05 PM PDT
The mother of the man who fatally overdosed after allegedly being supplied drugs by "16 and Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis says she’s relieved the former reality star has been arrested and is now off the street.
Lisa Harris, mother of John Mark Harris -- who authorities say was given deadly drugs by Purvis prior to his death -- tells TMZ ... she's glad Whitney is off the street so this kind of tragedy can’t happen to another family because of her alleged actions.
Lisa didn’t hold back while speaking about the tragedy that took her son’s life, saying, "She did this, and as a result, my son is dead." John's mom says his family never knew Whitney, and don't understand the nature of her connection to her son.
Kaylee Goncalves Family Trying to Return Donations ... But People Mad at Prosecutor Won't Accept!!!Published July 7, 2025 11:14 AM PDT | Updated July 7, 2025 1:09 PM PDT
The family of Kaylee Goncalves collected $85K in donations for trial travel prior to the highly controversial Bryan Kohberger plea deal ... and now they're trying to give it all back, since they say keeping the dough would be as low as what prosecutors did to them.
Steve Goncalves tells TMZ ... after the family was recently robbed of a trial, they're trying to get GoFundMe cash back to all those who donated -- but most people are telling them to keep it ... 'cause they're also super pissed over the shocking turn of events.
Although it's a hassle during an already difficult time -- the crowdfunding campaign closed before the plea deal, which means the family has to handle the returns -- Steve told us he refuses to "bait and switch these beautiful people like [lead prosecutor] Bill Thompson did to our family.”
Cowboys' KaVontae Turpin Went 97 MPH With Gun In Backseat ... Cops SayPublished July 7, 2025 8:04 AM PDT
Dallas Cowboys star KaVontae Turpin was allegedly hitting speeds near 100 MPH with a gun in his backseat before he was arrested over the weekend, TMZ Sports has learned.
According to an Allen Police Department incident report we obtained, Turpin was pulled over at around 11:49 PM on Saturday in Texas after cops say they clocked him going 97 MPH in a 70 MPH zone in his 2022 Dodge.
During the traffic stop, authorities claim an unholstered 9MM pistol was seen "in plain view" in the back of the wide receiver's ride. Less than two ounces of weed, cops added, were later found in the car's center console.
Kylie Jenner & Timothée Chalamet Reunited and It Feels So Bien ... Vacay in French Beach Town!!!Published July 6, 2025 4:30 PM PDT | Updated July 7, 2025 1:46 PM PDT
Kylie Jenner & Timothée Chalamet were all about the hardwood during the Knicks playoff run ... but, now they're enjoying the great outdoors -- specifically, the sun and surf in Southern France.
The A-list couple were spotted walking around Shellona Beach in Saint-Tropez on ... holding hands and looking great while doing it.
Kylie wore a striped dress that ended high on her long, model legs while Timmy donned a Nigeria jersey and a matching green head scarf.
TMZ.com Victor Wembanyama Night Out In Tokyo Towers Over ClubgoersPublished July 6, 2025 12:20 AM PDT
TMZSports.comWhile NBA general managers are frantically working the phones to build championship rosters, Victor Wembanyama is continuing to knock out his side quests -- this time, he was spotted having fun at a nightclub in Japan!!
TMZ Sports obtained video of the 7'3'' center hanging out at 1OAK Tokyo early last Sunday morning ... where we're told he was chilling with some players from Japan's pro basketball league as "Get it Sexyy" by Sexyy Red blared on the speakers.
Our sources tell us Wemby was super friendly and welcoming to all the ladies and men around him ... and hung around for about 90 minutes before heading out.
Manny Pacquiao I'd Trust Wahlberg With My Life ... In Movie Form!!!Published July 6, 2025 12:05 AM PDT
TMZSports.comIf a Manny Pacquiao biopic ever got a green light, the legendary boxer knows exactly who he'd want to be in charge of the project ... telling TMZ Sports that job belongs to Mark Wahlberg!!
We caught up with Pac-Man at a recent training session for his upcoming bout against Mario Barrios in a few weeks ... and considering he's had quite the eventful 46 years on earth so far, we asked what a movie about his success would look like -- and who he'd trust with sharing his story.
"Mark Wahlberg, he always watched my training camp here in Wildcard, he knows almost all my life stories."
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