Katherine Johnson — the mathematician portrayed by Taraji P. Henson in the Oscar-nominated film “Hidden Figures” — has died. NASA announced the pioneering figure died Monday. It was her groundbreaking math work that helped calculate the trajectories for Alan Shepard‘s history-making journey in space. She was also the one who gave the go-ahead for John
Month: February 2020
Exclusive TMZ/Getty Composite The Weekend and Kendrick Lamar might want people to say some prayers for them … they’re being sued for allegedly jacking music for their hit song, “Pray for Me.” A Brooklyn-based rock band called Yeasayer claims the duo lifted material from its 2007 song, “Sunrise,” slightly altered it … and inserted it
Breaking News Getty Nothing can stop Ethan Hunt … except the coronavirus. That’s right … Tom Cruise and co. are gonna be sent packing from Italy after Paramount announced Monday they were putting a pause on production for their latest installment in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise — and it’s all because of the worldwide outbreak.
Massachusetts-native Kathleen “Kathy” Coleman was only 12 years old when she gained fame for her role as the young time-hopping survivalist, Holly Marshall — who dodges grumpy Tyrannosaurs and befriends dopey Brontosaurs — in the thrilling ’70s sci-fi series, “Land Of The Lost.” Kathy Coleman was cast in the prehistoric show with some other throwback
Drew Carey‘s still reeling over the murder of his ex-fiancee, Amie Harwick, who he’s calling a “beautiful person who didn’t deserve to die like she did” … in his first heartbreaking public tribute to her. Carey opened up about Harwick on his weekly SiriusXM show, calling his engagement to her the “best relationship of my
Breaking News Getty 9:58 AM PT — Weinstein’s attorney, Donna Rotunno, tells TMZ, “We knew going in it was an uphill battle from the beginning. The verdict is bitter sweet. An appeal will be filed, this fight is not over.” Rotunno also says they requested that Weinstein be placed in a medical facility inside the
Exclusive Getty Composite Heather Elizabeth Parkhurst — an actress who’s appeared in “Alpha Dog” and “Beverly Hills Cop III” — is finding a new home for one of her pit bulls that damn near ripped her arm off. TMZ broke the story … Heather ended up in the hospital with some very gruesome injuries after
Exclusive TMZ.com The monster is back in Jesse James‘ garage … he’s returning to reality TV after a 14-year hiatus with a reboot of his hit show. Jesse is coming back to Discovery Channel with a brand new season of “Monster Garage” … and he’s coming in hot too. We’re told the garage will be
Play video content Lil Nas X trumped Mickey Mouse Saturday, by crashing a wedding reception at Disney World, and some of the guests fully melted down! The “Old Town Road” icon apparently schemed with the bride, because the 2 of them walked into the reception hall and guests as his song filled the room …
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Lizzo says Tommy Hilfiger has connected with her on a future collab, and the article of clothing she thinks they can peddle best … butt cheek dental floss. We got the pop superstar Sunday outside of the Sweet Chick waffle house in L.A., where our guy asked what’s on the
Play video content Kanye West has linked up with another A-list celeb who’s just as religious as he is … one Justin Bieber, who put his talents to good use at Sunday Service. The Biebs was a special guest this weekend at Kanye’s latest gathering, which appears to have migrated indoors after almost a full
Breaking News Getty B. Smith, a groundbreaking model, restaurant owner and lifestyle guru, died Saturday night … according to her husband. Dan Gasby announced her death, saying, “It is with great sadness that my daughter Dana and I announce the passing of my wife, Barbara Elaine Smith.” He says she passed peacefully at 10:50 PM
Play video content SplashNews.com “The Batman” isn’t all work and no play — as you can see he takes a load off whenever possible, and lets Hollywood magic do the rest. Case in point … cool-guy stuntman A. Matt Reeves‘ upcoming superhero epic about the early years of The Dark Knight is in the middle
Exclusive Pop Smoke‘s loved ones will be gathering this weekend to remember him, say some prayers and grieve together … TMZ has learned. Sources close to the rapper’s family tell us … they are taking care of some final formal business, but will be transporting his body back to New York soon. We’re told a
Exclusive TMZ.com Meghan Trainor‘s father has been hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in what appears to be a hit-and-run — but, fortunately, it looks like he’ll be okay. Sources close to the family tell TMZ … Gary Trainor was transported to an area hospital in Los Angeles Friday night, after we’re told he
Exclusive TMZ.com Quentin Tarantino just became a dad for the first time at age 56 — because his wife, Daniella Pick, has finally given birth … TMZ has confirmed. A rep for the acclaimed director tells us … “Daniella and Quentin Tarantino are happy to announce the birth of their first child. A baby boy
Play video content BACKGRID Taylor Swift and her boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, have been seen out in public before — but on his 29th birthday … they seemed to go above below and beyond to hide for some reason. Here’s the deal … paps got photos of these two goofballs Saturday walking out of London’s Bob
SplashNews.com Wendy Williams hit the town Friday night with what appears to be her new boyfriend. Williams grabbed dinner in New York City at Aroma Trattoria with Big Will, aka Willdaboss. He’s a jeweler in the Big Apple and he gave everyone a big hint the other day, after Wendy went on her show and
Exclusive TMZ.com As cops try to figure out who targeted Pop Smoke for death … we know the rapper shut down one of his own performances just days before his murder out of concern there were gang members in the audience. Pop was scheduled to play the Kings Theatre in Brooklyn last Sunday night, but
Play video content Exclusive TMZSports.com Billy Corben could have ANOTHER big baseball-themed documentary coming our way … because the man behind “Screwball” is considering taking on the Houston Astros scandal. “Screwball” was a massive success for Corben — he used child actors to tell the unbelievable story about Alex Rodriguez and MLB’s Biogenesis scandal. Now,
Play video content Exclusive TMZSports.com Deontay Wilder isn’t only known for his devastating knockout power … he’s also famous for his epic ring walk costumes, and the heavyweight champ tells us he dropped 40 grand on this weekend’s epic outfit. TMZ Sports talked to the 34-year-old Bronze Bomber on Thursday … 2 days before of
John Travolta sharing a stage with Pitbull at a Latin music awards show definitely sounds like a dream, but pinch yourself, ’cause it really happened … and it was kinda glorious to see. The rapper emceed Premio Lo Nuestro 2020 Thursday night at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami but playing host wasn’t all he was up
Exclusive Joaquin Phoenix didn’t wait long to walk the walk after mentioning the plight of mother cows and their babies in his Best Actor speech at the Academy Awards … and a mama and her calf are living happily together because of it. The “Joker” star visited a slaughterhouse run by Manning Beef in Pico
Play video content TMZ.com Dr. Phil has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame now, and he’s using the momentous occasion to thank some, and stick it to others … including his own father!!! The famed TV doctor was honored Friday by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, not only for all the years
Exclusive Details TMZ.com Cardi B is getting sued for allegedly assaulting, striking and spitting on a female security guard, but witnesses saw it differently and feel Cardi was the one wronged. The woman, named Emani Ellis, filed the lawsuit against Cardi Friday in Los Angeles County Superior Court. According to the suit, Ellis was at
Play video content President Trump‘s disdain for Hollywood and the Oscars didn’t end with “Parasite” … he also lashed out at Academy Award winner, Brad Pitt. Right after Trump got done ripping the South Korean film that won Best Picture — which he seemingly didn’t see — because to him it doesn’t live up to
Exclusive Getty Pop Smoke‘s tragic death came as a devastating shock to his family … who are now heavily involved in trying to solve the who, what, why and how of the rapper’s murder. Family sources tell TMZ … Pop Smoke’s loved ones, who live in NYC, beelined it to the airport to fly to
This kid grew up to be a successful dancer, songwriter and rapper. He’s also got an MTV Award but it’s got nothing to do with any of what was just mentioned. A clue to his first movie would be a dead giveaway … so here are some other clues to make this tougher: This kid
Play video content Breaking News C-SPAN Donald Trump is mocking the historic Oscars wins for “Parasite” … and the movie studio is clapping back in epic fashion, calling the President illiterate!!! The President just launched a sneak attack against “Parasite” during his Thursday campaign rally in Colorado, wondering how the hell a movie outta South
Play video content Exclusive TMZ.com Forget elephants and donkeys, David Letterman says our choice for President could come down to this … do we want a wealthy man who eats like a pig, or one who eats like a bird?!? We got Letterman Thursday in Los Angeles after lunch at Canter’s Deli, and our guy
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