Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says Kyrie Irving has done something “more destructive, insensitive, and just plain silly” than his COVID-19 vax stance … going off on the NBA superstar for sharing a controversial Alex Jones video on social media. The Brooklyn Nets guard came under fire last month after reposting a 2002 clip of the “InfoWars” host

Patrick Beverley and Russell Westbrook have had their share of battles over the years … but the guys are far from enemies, and have even seemingly become buddies in the process. Beverley made the remarks at Lakers media day Monday, recalling a never-before-told story when Russ looked out for Bev’s sister one night. Bev said

Jerry Jeudy was so furious with Shannon Sharpe for criticizing his play on Sunday night — he took to Twitter to fire away at the Broncos legend … and his burn featured no chill at all. Sharpe blasted the Denver wide receiver for dropping some passes in the Broncos’ ugly win over the San Francisco

Olivia Wilde and Florence Pugh did NOT get into a war of words on the set of “Don’t Worry Darling” — despite a report claiming so — according to dozens of crew members. 40 people who worked on the film have signed a letter, obtained by People, completely refuting the characterization put out by Vulture

Play video content Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?/HBO Tyler Perry has long been dogged over his signature character, Madea, and stereotypes some feel she upholds — but he’s defending himself … especially against Spike Lee. The movie studio mogul sat for an interview with Chris Wallace as part of his new program on HBO Max

There’s been more said about the off-set shenanigans on “Don’t Worry Darling” than the actual movie — and it looks like that’ll actually help it at the box office … go figure! The early numbers are in, and all the whispers have apparently attracted the public’s attention … based on estimations thus far — ‘DWD’

LL Cool J is coming to the defense of hip hop’s pioneers … as he blows a gasket over DJ Akademiks calling older rappers “dusty,” and not as rich as the new generation of artists. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. In a fiery Instagram Live, LL picked apart Akademiks’ stance —

Play video content ABC Kanye West says he’s fighting to be heard as a parent since splitting from Kim Kardashian … but he’s also apologizing for the headaches he’s caused her up to this point. The artist was candid about his co-parenting struggles when he told Linsey Davis on ‘GMA’ his ability to have a

If you noticed Freddie Gibbs trending Tuesday it’s because he’s promoting his new album, and firing off some stray shots while he’s at it. The Gary, Indiana native checked in with Funk Flex at NYC’s Hot 97 to deliver a freestyle over Amerie‘s “Why Don’t We Fall in Love” instrumental … all in the name

Play video content TMZSports.com Tyron Woodley‘s ready to give the people what they want … a fight between the future UFC Hall of Famer and YouTube star-turned-boxer, KSI! Some backstory — KSI blasted out a poll to his 8 million Twitter followers, asking a simple question … would you like to see me fight T-Wood,

Play video content Instagram / @britneyspears Britney Spears isn’t afraid to shed a few tears … even while she’s on camera — but she insists this cry session isn’t about being sad, it’s more of a catharsis. The pop star posted a clip of herself at the crib Tuesday, where she was spinning around to

The tabloid owner who claims Thomas Markle is out to kill him just got two years of court-ordered protection from Meghan Markle‘s father. According to new legal docs, obtained TMZ, a judge granted Jeff Rayner a restraining order against Thomas, who did not show up for Tuesday’s court hearing. The protective order will be in

Play video content TMZ.com Maitland Ward has a theory about why things aren’t great between Danielle Fishel and her — and it’s all about the former costars having an unspoken war of hotness. We got the actress — who’s doing adult films lately — in L.A. on the heels of her releasing a memoir, “Rated

There’s a massive cloud hanging over The Royal Family regarding the “dark skin” comment that was allegedly made about Harry and Meghan‘s son Archie, and if it’s not addressed soon, it could spell the beginning of the end of the monarchy … according to a royal expert. Play video content 3/7/21 CBS As you know,

Play video content TMZSports.com Dana White is making one thing clear — he’s absolutely FED UP with Jake Paul … telling TMZ Sports he has no interest in talking about the YouTuber’s fight against UFC legend Anderson Silva. It’s no secret — the UFC honcho and Jake have become hated rivals in recent years …

Kanye West is having an apparent change of heart in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II‘s death, apparently deciding to stop his aggressions toward his most recent enemies. Ye made the announcement late Thursday, hours after the announcement of the British monarch’s death … extending an olive branch to Kid Cudi, Adidas Senior Vice President/General

Play video content Harry Styles is leaning into the whole “I hawked a loogie on Chris Pine” story by leaning in on it … which is exactly what he did Wednesday night in concert. Harry performed to a sold-out crowd at Madison Square Garden, where he told his fans he had just popped over to

Olivia Wilde doesn’t sound like someone who is beefing with Florence Pugh … shooting down the narrative there’s infighting between director and actor. Olivia addressed the elephant in the room Monday at a press conference for the movie she directed, “Don’t Worry Darling,” throwing cold water on the notion there’s bad blood with the leading

Olivia Wilde and her new movie have been in the headlines recently for all the wrong reasons — but despite the drama, she’s putting on a brave face for the world premiere. The actress/director touched down in Venice, Italy Sunday for the self-named film festival that’s already underway … and where hers, ‘Don’t Worry Darling,’

Kanye West isn’t done taking shots at companies he’s helped to make billions of dollars … now setting his sights on Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted, with a phony newspaper headline declaring him dead. Ye fired up his IG account Thursday to post the fake NYT page which says, “Kasper Rorsted Also Dead at 60.” Kanye’s

Play video content TMZ.com “Survivor” alum and “The Challenge: USA” contestant Tyson Apostol thinks he could wipe the floor with the OG’s of the MTV program … but series staple Johnny Bananas thinks he has no clue what he’s talkin’ about. We got Johnny in New York Tuesday … and he thinks Tyson’s claims aren’t

Play video content TMZSports.com Tensions were at an all-time high when Austin McBroom and AnEsonGib visited the TMZ office on Monday … with the two YouTube superstars getting in a heated confrontation ahead of their boxing match. Austin and Gib came to our HQ for a sit-down interview leading up to the Social Gloves event

Aries Spears took some very personal shots at Lizzo as it pertains to her weight and appearance — but the internet is on her side … rushing to her defense en masse. The comedian did an interview with “The Art of Dialogue,” and when they posted a snippet of it on Friday … all hell

Brittany Aldean is doubling down on a hot take that some are calling transphobic — publicly hitting back at a couple fellow country contemporaries who are outraged. BA — who’s Jason Aldean‘s wife — screen-grabbed responses to an IG post of hers from a few days ago, when singers Cassadee Pope and Maren Morris each

Former collaborators Freddie Gibbs and Benny The Butcher’s hostility toward one another is reaching nuclear levels … and fans couldn’t be more disinterested 😴!!! Benny the Butcher & Freddie Gibbs are too grown to be acting this immature. — King Wow (@wowthatshiphop) August 24, 2022 @wowthatshiphop The 2 rappers have been trading shots all week

Sylvester Stallone is still showing up for work, and putting on a face that seems to hide the fact his wife just pulled the trigger on ending their 25 years of marriage. Sly surprised a bunch of excited fans Thursday at a special screening for his new movie “Samaritan” … popping up at the AMC

UPDATE 2:16 PM PT — Ginuwine has responded to his viral meme moment albeit reluctantly … telling TMZ Hip Hop he considers the digital taunts to be “cyberbullying” but letting them get under his skin would be “beneath him.” Tank is feeling the love while promoting his new album, “R&B Money” … yet he’s not

Play video content TMZ.com ‘Power Book: II’ stars Michael Rainey and Gianni Paolo are stoked for the upcoming season of 50 Cent‘s hit series … and his upcoming Tycoon Weekend, especially since Fiddy and Floyd Mayweather are friends again! We ran into Mike and Gianni hanging out in L.A., and they tell TMZ Hip Hop

Play video content TMZSports.com As WWE prepares to celebrate the 1200th episode of “Smackdown,” Drew McIntyre tells TMZ Sports he’s obsessed with beating Roman Reigns in two weeks at “WWE Clash at the Castle” … ’cause he has to finally win it all in front of fans!! McIntyre and Reigns are set to meet face-to-face

Play video content No Jumper Podcast Battle rapper Pat Stay‘s public challenge to The Game for his Eminem-dissing “Black Slim Shady” song has backfired … resulting in Game blocking him on Instagram, which is not the expected outcome from the typically confrontational artist. In a fiery Instagram post Tuesday, Pat Stay claimed the veteran rapper