Pennsylvania native Billy Blanks was only a kid when he began his life-long dedication to martial arts … but it wasn’t until he started selling the wildly popular VHS workout series “Billy Blanks Tae Bo” that his career really started to kick into high gear. Blanks didn’t stop there … he worked his way into
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LeVar Burton might still be the fan favorite to take over as the permanent host of “Jeopardy!” following Mike Richards‘ exit, but he’s never been seriously considered for the role … TMZ has learned. Production sources tell us … Sony Studios execs loved the “Reading Rainbow” star as a guest host, but they didn’t think
Andrew Cuomo is no longer the Governor of New York, and now … he’s no longer an Emmy Award winner either. The disgraced ex-governor has been stripped of his special 2020 international Emmy in wake of the sexual harassment scandal that led to his recent resignation. The decision to rescind the award was handed down
Jeff Lewis is looking to sell his home in the Hollywood Hills … and the place looks amazing. Real estate sources tell TMZ … the “Flipping Out” star just listed his 3-bedroom home above the Sunset Strip for a cool $5,995,000. The Bravo star personally designed the estate, which is 3,947 square feet with beautiful
Former “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” star Nicholas Brendon looks unrecognizable in his mug shot … after he was arrested for allegedly obtaining prescription drugs by fraud. According to an affidavit, obtained by TMZ, Nicholas was driving erratically when cops spotted his silver Dodge Journey last week in Vigo County, Indiana. Cops say he failed to
William Petersen had a scary situation while on the clock this week — he had to be taken by ambulance to the hospital after falling ill on set of his most popular show. The longtime ‘CSI’ star’s rep tells TMZ … Petersen was working on set Friday in L.A. for “CSI: Las Vegas” when, at
Bill Maher took a subject that, on the surface, doesn’t seem debatable, and he then tore it apart … Apple announcing it would scan customers’ phones for child porn. The “Real Time” host was incredulous … calling it a shocking breach of privacy. Mind you, he was not pro child porn, but he said there’s
Christina Haack just dropped more than $10 million on a brand new mansion in Orange County … and the place is palatial. Ya gotta see Christina’s new digs in Dana Point … it’s 6,084-square feet of luxury, decked out with a movie theater, game room and backyard with panoramic views of the Pacific. If scenery’s
Sha’Carri Richardson says watching the 2020 Olympics from home was bittersweet … admitting she was initially pissed to miss out on competing, but it ultimately helped her move on from her marijuana suspension. Richardson — the fastest woman in America — is set to return to the track in the Prefontaine Classic this weekend …
Los Angeles locals Dylan and Blake Tuomy-Wilhoit were only toddlers when they got their first taste of fame after the twin brothers were cast as the adorable new additions Alex and Nicky Katsopolis — who were the bowl-cut boys of Uncle Jesse and Aunt Becky — on the classic TGIF television show “Full House.” Dylan
Jerry Messing — the “Freaks and Geeks” actor who’s also the face of a famous meme — has COVID and is fighting for his life in Florida … TMZ has learned. His father, James, tells us … Jerry lives with his parents in an apartment in Tampa, and a few days ago he started feeling
Eminem‘s a living legend with deep roots in Detroit … and that’s what makes him the perfect person to portray “White Boy Rick” … according to the real-life guy himself. Richard Wershe Jr., aka “White Boy Rick,” tells TMZ … it’s an absolute honor the rapper will portray him in 50 Cent‘s Starz series “BMF.”
Play video content BACKGRID Britney Spears‘ boyfriend is as hopeful as her fans she’ll return to performing, and seems to think it could happen soon … but admittedly he’s got his fingers metaphorically crossed. Sam Asghari was leaving an intense and sweaty workout at Bas Rutten’s Elite MMA Gym in L.A. Wednesday when he blurted
Play video content Peacock 12:49 PM PT — The verdict’s in and this exchange was all a setup. A rep for Cheadle tells TMZ … the whole thing was just a joke. We’re told Don and Kevin were in on it together. Damn!!! Kevin Hart‘s awkward exchange with Don Cheadle over the actor’s age has
Play video content TMZ.com “FBoy Island” star Sarah Emig wants Garrett Morosky to save his apology … at least for now, ’cause she’s not in the mood for it after he embarrassed her on the show. We got Sarah hanging out with her co-star, CJ Franco, Monday outside the Peninsula Hotel in Bev Hills and
Play video content TMZ.com Dr. Phil is trying a new approach to therapy, one that takes him out on the road to make actual house calls … and, so far, he’s finding it remarkably effective “House Calls” is the name of his new CBS primetime show and the good doc joined “TMZ Live” Monday to
Play video content TMZSports.com Ex-NFL star James Harrison says there’s no need for a stunt double on the set of his new wrestling TV show … revealing he does his ALL his own moves — and it hurts!!! As we previously reported, the former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker is taking his talents from the gridiron to
Play video content TMZ.com “FBoy Island” star, or more accurately villain, Garrett Morosky says he’s working on an apology for Sarah Emig … and they’re even talking about going on a date to hash things out. We got Garrett and his fellow so-called “FBoy” Casey Johnson at Alfred Coffee on Melrose and asked Garrett if
Bill Maher thinks Matt Damon is a shining example of the absurdity of dragging good people on social media … people, Maher says, who have committed the cardinal sin of confessing their imperfections. As you know, Matt took fire for using the homophobic f-word to his daughter. He says he was telling a joke and
Trey Parker and Matt Stone are getting the keys to a beloved Colorado restaurant featured in “South Park” … the real Casa Bonita is theirs, and the deal happened fast. The “South Park” creators announced Friday they struck a deal to become the new owners of the Mexican restaurant made famous by their show, breaking
Horatio Sanz allegedly groomed a young ‘SNL’ fan for sex and sexually assaulted her at an after-party when she was underage … this according to a new lawsuit. The former “Saturday Night Live” star is being sued by a woman in Pennsylvania, who claims he groped her breasts and her butt and digitally penetrated her
Play video content TMZ.com Ms. Pat — the titular star of the new BET+ sitcom, “The Ms. Pat Show” — says her move from Atlanta to Indiana was life-changing in a great way, but it took her a while to get used to white folks’ hospitality. The comedian joined “TMZ Live” Thursday to chat about
Dustin Diamond‘s presence will be felt over and over and over this weekend … ’cause a NASCAR sponsor’s ready to unveil his special stock car honoring the late actor. Dan Block, the president of Insurance King, has chosen this Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series Verizon 200 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as the race where he’ll
Play video content TMZ.com One of the biggest ‘Jeopardy!’ champs of all time has strong thoughts on the new hosts — especially the day-to-day guy, Mike Richards, … whom he clearly thinks might not have been the best pick. We talked to Austin Rogers — who went on a major hot streak in 2017 —
Play video content Spike’s Car Radio Jay Leno‘s a well-known motorhead, but apparently he’s a stuntman too … based on this crazy footage of him gripping the nose of an airplane in mid-flight!!! The former ‘Tonight Show’ host is on Wednesday’s ep of “Spike’s Car Radio” hosted by comedian and auto enthusiast Spike Feresten, and
Christina Applegate is sharing devastating news … she has multiple sclerosis. The actress revealed the news Monday night saying, “A few months ago I was diagnosed with MS. It’s been a strange journey. But I have been so supported by people that I know who also have this condition.” The “Married… with Children” star added,
“Jeopardy!” executive producer Mike Richards is letting his coworkers know, he did NOT discriminate against pregnant models when he was an exec on “The Price Is Right” … and insists he would never stoop to that level. Mike blasted out a memo to the “Jeopardy!” staff Monday, addressing the recently resurfaced allegations and reports that
Netflix and Ava DuVernay will continue to battle Linda Fairstein‘s defamation lawsuit over her portrayal in “When They See Us” … a judge just denied their bid to toss the suit out of court. According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ … a federal judge in Manhattan ruled Monday Linda’s defamation suit plausibly alleged
Markie Post, who became a big star and household name with “Night Court,” has died. Markie passed on Saturday after battling cancer for nearly 4 years. Post, who also starred in “The Fall Guy” and “Hearts Afire,” has an Alex Trebek connection … she was an associate producer on his show, “Double Dare.” She also
Tichina Arnold says she split from her husband at the beginning of 2016 following his sex tape scandal with another woman … but she’s just now pulling the trigger on officially ending her marriage. According to new legal docs, obtained by TMZ … “The Neighborhood” and “Martin” star filed for divorce from Rico Hines this