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01Florida Plane Crash Victims Were Headed to Bahamas For Adam Robinson’s Birthday - TMZ
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Fatal Palm Beach Plane Crash Bahamas Bound for Birthday Celebration

Published November 2, 2026 4:45 PM PST

The Florida plane crash victims were headed to the Bahamas to celebrate Adam Robinson's birthday when their trip took a tragic turn ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Adam, his wife Helen Sharp, and their two young children were traveling to the tropical destination for a birthday celebration when the private jet they were on crashed Sunday, killing everyone on board.

We're told the family was planning to spend about a week in The Bahamas.

As we first reported ... Adam, Helen and their children, Emma, 4, and Charlie, 2, were among the passengers aboard the jet that crashed just miles away from Mar-a-Lago Sunday, killing all nine people on board.

The Learjet 60 had departed Austin, Texas, and was headed to North Eleuthera Airport in the Bahamas when it went down in a residential area in Palm Beach County.

Also killed were family friends Rachael Reed and Charmi Fehr, who owned Arca Roatán Boutique Hotel, a luxury beachfront property in Honduras. Anita Maria Cetina, who helped care for the children, and the plane's two pilots also died in the crash.

In a statement Monday, the victims' families remembered Adam and Helen as devoted parents, saying Emma and Charlie were the light of their lives.

The families also described Adam and Helen's relationship as "the love affair that will last forever."

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the cause of the deadly crash.

02Ethan Klein and Estranged Wife Hila Divorcing Amid Cheating Scandal - TMZ
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Ethan and Hila Klein Divorcing After Cheating Scandal

Published November 2, 2026 5:39 PM PST

Hila Klein has filed for divorce from Ethan Klein after 14 years of marriage in the wake of his alleged cheating ... TMZ has learned.

In the docs, Hila lists the date of marriage as October 10, 2012, and the date of separation as October 13, 2026.

Hila is asking for joint custody of their 3 kids and spousal support.

She is also asking for Ethan to pay her legal fees and for her maiden name to be restored.

The petition was filed by disso queen Laura Wasser.

The news of their legal split comes after Hila publicly revealed that he allegedly cheated on her in a lengthy statement on Instagram ... and that they had separated.

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She claimed that he was "having an affair for months" ... and that after he initially downplayed what happened, he owned up to cheating.

About her alleged discovery, Hila said ... "I am living in a nightmare I can't wake up from."

The blowback to the news was swift ... Ethan's "H3 Podcast" crew said they refused to work with him while sticking up for Hila.

Ethan asked for privacy on behalf of his family members ... and said that he'd be divesting from all of his podcasts so that their proceeds would go solely to the crew.

Since then, his "H3 Podcast" has been placed on an indefinite hiatus.

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03Palm Beach Plane Crash Victims Identified - TMZ
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Fatal Palm Beach Plane Crash Victims Identified

Published November 2, 2026 11:42 AM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 4:33 PM PST

The passengers on the private jet that crashed in Florida have been identified ... they were a family of four from Texas ... and they were traveling with their nanny and two friends ... TMZ has learned.

Onboard the Learjet 60 that crashed Sunday were 44-year-old Austin tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, plus his wife Helen, their two kids, and two close friends ... sources close to the family tell TMZ.

The Robinsons had their nanny with them ... and the two pilots also died.

We broke the story ... the captain was 55-year-old Jeff Gregory.

His co-pilot was 20-year-old Nathalia Gadelha. She earned her pilot's license when she was just 17 years old, doing so before she even graduated high school.

The private jet was flying from Austin to the Bahamas when it took a nosedive and crashed in Florida. Video shows the jet plummeting from the sky, nose-first, as it explodes on a busy street.

The NTSB held a news conference Monday, confirming ice began forming on the jet in the middle of moderate turbulence. The crew asked to increase altitude from 35,000 feet to 37,000 feet shortly before an emergency was declared.

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04Justin Timberlake Docuseries: Janet Jackson Talks Super Bowl, He Addresses Ex Britney Spears - TMZ
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Justin Timberlake Docuseries Revisits Janet Jackson Scandal, Britney Spears Drama

Published November 2, 2026 5:30 PM PST

Justin Timberlake is gearing up to revisit some of the biggest controversies of his career ... including his infamous Super Bowl performance with Janet Jackson and his past relationship with Britney Spears.

According to Variety, Justin is set to release a four part tell all docuseries on Apple TV in December ... and Janet will reportedly appear to discuss their notorious 2004 Super Bowl halftime show, when Justin exposed her breast in what became known as the "wardrobe malfunction."

And that's not all ... the outlet reports Justin will also address some of his ex-girlfriend Britney's recent comments.

As you know ... Britney made several big claims about their relationship in her 2023 memoir including that she became pregnant with Justin's child and had an abortion.

The former couple dated from 1999 to 2002, with their highly publicized split becoming one of the biggest celebrity breakups of the early 2000s.

Justin publicly apologized to both women in 2021, acknowledging he had benefited from a system that tolerated misogyny and racism.

We've reached out to reps for Justin, Janet and Apple ... so far, no word back.

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05Palm Beach Plane Crash: Captain's Identity Revealed - TMZ
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Palm Beach Plane Crash Captain in Tragic Plane Crash Revealed

Published November 2, 2026 11:33 AM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 4:31 PM PST

Update

11:42 AM PT -- The passengers on the private jet have been identified.

The captain who was flying the private jet that crashed in Palm Beach County is Jeff Gregory ... TMZ has learned.

A family member of Gregory's tells TMZ ... the 55-year-old Gregory was piloting the lear 60, along with the co-pilot, 20-year-old Nathalia Gadelha.

The NTSB held a news conference Monday, confirming ice began to form on the plane in the middle of moderate turbulence. The crew asked to increase altitude from 35,000 feet to 37,000 feet shortly before an emergency was declared.

The crew, along with 7 passengers, perished in the crash.

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06Palm Beach Plane Crash Co-Pilot Texted Boyfriend Minutes Before Impact, Report - TMZ
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Palm Beach Plane Crash Co-Pilot's Chilling Final Text To BF

Published November 2, 2026 12:37 PM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 5:10 PM PST

Nathalia Gadelha -- the 20-year-old co-pilot who died in the plane crash in Palm Beach County on Sunday -- sent her boyfriend one final text message before the fatal impact.

The New York Post says it spoke to Nathalia's stepfather, Thiago Cortelet ... who told the outlet he believes Nathalia texted her boyfriend around 12:40 PM ET ... roughly 10 minutes before the fatal crash.

Thiago says Nathalia texted her boyfriend, "I've got turbulence, I've got ice."

Nathalia's boyfriend is also a licensed pilot ... and the two made headlines over the years for how young they both were. She got her license when she was 17 and still in high school.

Her family also confirmed she had more than 1,300 hours of flight experience at the time of her death.

As we reported ... Nathalia was supporting the craft's captain, Jeff Gregory, when the plane nosedived and went down in West Palm Beach.

She was among the 9 people killed ... along with Gregory, 44-year-old Austin tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson, plus his wife Helen, their two kids, and two close friends.

Nathalia can be heard in horrifying dispatch audio saying, "Holy f***, we're out of time," while a man -- presumably Gregory -- said the Lord's prayer.

The NTSB said in a press conference on Monday that they believe the plane was breaking up before it hit the ground ... and the jet experienced turbulence and icing.

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07Melissa McCarthy Hopes Her JonBenét Ramsey Show Sparks New Investigation Into Case - TMZ
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Melissa McCarthy I Hope Something Good Comes Out of My JonBenét Ramsey Show

Published November 2, 2026 5:45 PM PST

Melissa McCarthy hopes her upcoming JonBenét Ramsey miniseries does more than just captivate true crime buffs.

We caught up with the acclaimed actress at LAX on Monday, where she tells us she hopes "The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey" sparks new investigation into the decades-long cold case.

Melissa -- who transforms into JonBenet's mom, Patsy, for the show -- also hopes the miniseries will inspire people to have more empathy for the people involved in true crime tragedies.

Check out the clip ... she tells us people have gotten a little too comfortable treating real-life horrors like spectator sports.

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08Introducing TMZ's 24-Hour Las Vegas Takeover, Vote For Who Had the Best 24 Hours - TMZ
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TMZ Vegas Takeover Which Staffer Had the Best 24 Hours?! You Decide!!!

Published November 2, 2026 10:30 AM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 1:01 PM PST

TMZ takes Vegas ... Harvey challenged 3 TMZ staffers to live it up in Vegas for 24 hours ... and whoever had the best day wins a $20,000 trip to the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Here's the thing ... it's not up to Harvey ... it's up to YOU!

We sent Talia, Cris and Luca on TMZ's 24-Hour Las Vegas Takeover, where they each stayed in different hotels, enjoyed different activities and soaked up different nightlife events.

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We'll be showing you all of it ... and you'll vote each day on who took over Vegas best!

And it's not just for bragging rights -- the winner receives two tickets to the F1 Grand Prix Paddock Club in Las Vegas, valued at $20K!!

To kick things off, you'll be deciding who stayed in the best hotel ... ya gotta see the clip to really get the full effect.

Cris was feelin' like a baller when he stepped into the Hardwood Suite at Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas.

True to its name, the 10,000-square-foot, two-level suite has its own private basketball court and professional-style locker room ... really giving Cris the A-list athlete experience.

It's got a full bar, hidden whiskey room, and enough space to comfortably accommodate 10 overnight guests. And did we mention the 24-hour butler service?!

Meanwhile, Talia was speechless over her stunning stay in Chairman's Villa at Crockfords Las Vegas at Resorts World ... and it's easy to see why.

At 65 floors up, the 5,500-square-foot, 4-bedroom suite has sweeping views of the Strip and a private outdoor terrace.

Talia also had butler service ... as well as a pool table and a fully stocked wet bar. The suite's even got an entertainment lounge that's perfect for movie nights ... and can connect to a karaoke set-up so she could sing her heart out!

But that's not all ... Talia rode around Las Vegas in style, whippin' around in Resorts World's signature red Bentley!

Last but not least ... Luca was floored by the Sky Villa at Caesars Palace, right in the heart of the Vegas Strip.

It features the fabulous contemporary Milanese design Caesars is known for, as well as the resort's legendary service ... like a round-the-clock butler.

The Sky Villa suits every type of trip you could imagine -- from intimate escapes to group getaways.

Luca enjoyed some sophisticated living spaces, tailored amenities, and pre-arrival concierge service ... and you better believe he got some good use out of that pool table!

Here's the hard part ... deciding who scored the best suite. Sound off in our poll below!

Don't forget to check back in tomorrow ... when you'll be voting on who had the best daytime activities during TMZ's 24-Hour Las Vegas Takeover.

The winner will be revealed Friday!

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09New Details Revealed in Suicide of Woman Tied to Tony Parker, Eva Longoria Split - TMZ
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San Antonio Spurs Love Triangle Chilling Details From Woman's Tragic Suicide

Published November 2, 2026 3:40 PM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 5:10 PM PST

Three guns, multiple bullets and a disturbing warning call ... new details are emerging about the death of a woman linked to Tony Parker and Eva Longoria's infamous split.

According to a police report obtained by Page Six, officers found three firearms and multiple bullets inside the Texas home of Erin Benavides, who died by suicide on October 14.

The report also reveals authorities received a call around 7:08 PM from someone saying a woman had threatened to take her own life ... prompting police to respond to the Port Aransas home.

As TMZ previously reported ... officers forced their way inside and found Erin with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police don't suspect foul play, though the investigation remains ongoing.

Erin made headlines in 2010 when she was accused of having an affair with Tony, who was married to "Desperate Housewives" star Eva at the time ... while Erin was married to Tony's former San Antonio Spurs teammate Brent Barry.

The scandal exploded after Eva reportedly discovered hundreds of text messages between Tony and another woman ... though Erin denied having an affair, and Tony reportedly denied any physical contact.

Both marriages fell apart ... Eva filed for divorce from Tony in November 2010, while Erin and Brent also split around the same time.

Erin later became a Texas prosecutor, handling human-smuggling cases and advocating for vulnerable children ... before resigning from her position in August, just two months before her death.

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10Iris Kendall vs. Sky Bri Who'd You Rather?! Dorothy Edition - TMZ
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Iris Kendall vs. Sky Bri Who'd You Rather?! Dorothy Edition!

We're definitely not in Oz anymore, Toto!

Somewhere over the rainbow, it's gettin' steamy ... and Iris Kendall and Sky Bri followed the yellow brick road to short skirts and killer curves!

The question here is: Who'd You Rather?!

VOTE NOW!

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11Florida Plane Crash Victims' Families Break Silence on Tragic Deaths - TMZ
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Fatal Palm Beach Plane Crash Victim's Families Shattered by Unthinkable Loss

Published November 2, 2026 1:45 PM PST | Updated November 2, 2026 5:09 PM PST

The families of the victims killed in Sunday's horrific private jet crash in Florida are breaking their silence ... remembering their loved ones in an emotional statement.

In a joint statement Monday, the families of Adam Robinson, his wife Helen Sharp, their two young children and three other passengers confirmed their deaths, saying they are heartbroken over the tragedy.

The families remembered Adam and Helen as devoted parents to their children, Emma, 4, and Charlie, 2, who were the light of their lives.

They added ... "Helen and Adam were the love affair that will last forever," remembering the couple for their warmth, generosity and ability to make everyone feel welcome.

The statement also paid tribute to Rachael Reed and Charmi Fehr, describing the pair as full of joy and adventure who loved each other fiercely and were building a life together.

The family's nanny, Anita Maria Cetina, was remembered for caring for Emma and Charlie with tenderness and devotion ... with the families saying she was truly part of their family.

The families thanked first responders and the Palm Beach County community for their support, while also extending condolences to the families of the two pilots killed in the crash.

As we first reported ... Adam, Helen, their two children and the three other passengers were among the nine people killed Sunday when their private jet crashed near Greenacres, Florida.

The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash. Officials confirmed the aircraft experienced ice buildup and moderate turbulence before the pilots declared an emergency.

The families are asking for privacy as they grieve and say memorial arrangements will be announced at a later date.

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12Ex-Ohio State Professor Kills Wife, Tries to Stab Dog After Nude Photo Blackmail Threats - TMZ
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A former Ohio State University professor has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting he stabbed his wife to death in a shocking murder he claims was triggered by an online sextortion scheme.

77-year-old James Hill, a retired Ohio State music professor, confessed to killing his wife, attempting to stab his dog, and then plunging a knife into his own chest after a woman he met online allegedly threatened to release his nude photos unless he paid her $15,000 in Apple gift cards.

According to court documents, Hill told investigators he believed the only way out of the situation was to kill his entire family.

Here's how it all unfolded:

On November 9, 2025, Hill says he received a threatening message from a woman he'd been communicating with online. He'd previously sent her nude photos. The woman allegedly demanded $15,000 in Apple gift cards, threatening to expose his explicit photos if he didn't pay up.

Hill claimed he felt trapped and saw no other way out.

He told investigators he initially went looking for his gun, but couldn't find it, claiming his 64-year-old wife, Mary, had hidden the firearm years earlier. So, instead, he grabbed a knife.

Hill told local authorities that Mary was sitting at her computer in the couple's den when he approached her from behind and began rubbing her shoulders.

She reportedly told him it felt "good" ... but what happened next was horrifying.

Hill says he pulled a knife from his belt and stabbed his wife once in the chest. He told investigators Mary looked directly at him as he stabbed her, and he apologized while holding her as she died.

But Hill wasn't finished.

He told authorities he then walked into the living room and attempted to stab the couple's dog. According to court documents, the dog was struck but managed to escape before Hill could do anything more.

And before calling for help, Hill allegedly logged onto his computer and deleted several photos and documents.

Around 2:30 PM that afternoon, Hill finally called 911, telling the dispatcher, "We need police and an ambulance."

But when the dispatcher asked what was happening, the call abruptly disconnected.

Hill then unlocked his front door, sat down on his couch, and stabbed himself in the chest.

According to WBNS, he remained on the couch until officers arrived just four minutes later.

Court documents obtained by TMZ show Hill initially pleaded not guilty to his wife's murder. However, on October 28, 2026, he withdrew that plea and pleaded guilty to felony murder and cruelty to a companion animal.

Hill was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 15 years.

That means the 77-year-old could potentially be eligible for parole in his early 90s.

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13Florida Man Accused of Killing 15 Dogs in Fire Ready to Be Arrested in Body Cam - TMZ
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Florida Man Puts Hands Behind Back Unprompted in Body Cam ... After Being Accused of Killing 15 Dogs

Published November 2, 2026 5:00 PM PST

Terrance Banks -- the man accused of killing 15 dogs in Florida -- seemed ready to go to jail when cops arrived the day he was arrested ... spinning around and putting his hands behind his back with no direction from officers.

Body cam footage from the tragic day shows officers walking up to Banks ... asking him for help identifying and corralling several dogs who are loose in the neighborhood -- telling him he's the only one who can help them do so.

Terrance, however, seems distraught ... repeating several times that it's simply over ... and moving to put his hands behind his back.

The cops tell him at first they don't want to arrest him ... they just want to know what happened -- and they want him to jump into action.

Ultimately, he is cuffed ... but the officers are clearly showing concern for him during their conversation.

As we reported ... cops claim Terrance told them he poured gas across the floors of his Geneva home, then lit a piece of paper and used it to burn the place down.

15 of the dogs were later reported dead ... while two needed round-the-clock care after the shocking blaze.

Banks was arrested for second-degree arson and 11 counts of aggravated animal cruelty.

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14Disney Star Erik von Detten: Company From Elder Abuse Lawsuit Owes Over $60 Million - TMZ
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Disney Star Erik von Detten Company He Allegedly Helped Get Customers Owes Over $60 Million in Debt

Published November 2, 2026 4:32 PM PST

The company Disney star Erik von Detten worked for when he allegedly played an "instrumental" role in finding customers to buy gold says it owes over $60 million to creditors ... TMZ learned.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, Rosland Capital, where Erik worked for years, revealed the massive figure as part of its ongoing bankruptcy.

Rosland Capital listed debts of $63,695,061. The company's business involved selling precious metals to retail customers.

As we previously reported, Rosland filed for bankruptcy months after the company and Erik were sued for elder abuse by a couple, Sheila Greenberg and Norman Greenberg. The couple claimed Erik worked for Rosland, where he sold them gold.

The couple said they bought the gold for over $2 million, but later learned it was only worth $1.3 million. The lawsuit claimed Erik of took advantage of the couple due to their age.

Erik did not respond to the suit before the company filed for bankruptcy.

As TMZ first reported, the creditors in the bankruptcy claim Erik has been a "roadblock" in obtaining information about Rosland. The case is ongoing.

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15Brad Pitt's Daughter Vivienne Officially Drops His Last Name - TMZ
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Brad Pitt's Daughter Vivienne Fourth Child to Legally Drop His Last Name!!!

Published November 2, 2026 4:06 PM PST

Brad Pitt has officially been dropped from another one of his kids' names ... his 18-year-old daughter Vivienne has legally ditched her famous father's surname ... TMZ has confirmed.

A Los Angeles judge approved Vivienne's petition Monday, changing her legal name from Vivienne Marcheline Jolie-Pitt to Vivienne Marcheline Jolie.

The judge signed off on the request after no objections were filed.

As we reported ... Vivienne filed paperwork in July, shortly after turning 18, citing "personal" reasons for wanting to remove "Pitt" from her name.

She had already been using her mom Angelina Jolie's last name professionally, receiving credit as "Vivienne Jolie" in the Playbill for the Broadway production of "The Outsiders," which she worked on alongside Angelina.

Vivienne is now the fourth of Brad and Angelina's six children to legally drop their dad's surname.

Her older sister Shiloh officially changed her name in 2024, while siblings Maddox and Zahara received court approval for their own name changes earlier this year.

Vivienne's twin brother Knox also left "Pitt" off his high school diploma, though he has not legally changed his name.

As TMZ previously reported ... sources close to Brad have claimed Angelina is responsible for the growing rift between the actor and his children, describing the name changes as part of an ongoing effort to alienate them from their father.

Brad and Angelina finalized their divorce in December 2024, but remain locked in a separate legal battle over their French winery, Château Miraval.

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16Ellen DeGeneres Donates $5K to Producer Matthew Wright's Family After Death at 52 - TMZ
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Ellen DeGeneres Donates $5K to Late Producer's Family After His Death

Ellen DeGeneres and Allison Holker Boss are among the famous names appearing on a GoFundMe supporting the family of former "Ellen DeGeneres Show" executive producer Matthew Wright, who died suddenly.

The fundraiser's public donor list shows a $5K contribution under Ellen's name, while Allison, the widow of Ellen's former DJ Stephen "tWitch" Boss, is listed as donating $500.

Ellen's longtime executive producer Andy Lassner is also listed as contributing $1K, along with "Dancing with the Stars" executive producer Conrad Green, who gave the same amount.

The outpouring of financial support comes after Wright died Friday, October 30, while working remotely in Los Angeles, according to the fundraiser. His family described his death as an "unfathomable tragedy."

The GoFundMe explains Wright and his husband, Justin, were both laid off this summer, leaving the family struggling to cover the unexpected costs of bringing his body home to New York, funeral arrangements and a memorial in Los Angeles.

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Ellen paid tribute to Wright Monday in an emotional Instagram video, remembering him as a funny, smart and kind man who was loved by everyone on the show.

She also revealed they had been planning to work on a new project together before his sudden death.

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Lassner shared his own heartbreaking tribute, revealing Wright had visited the set of "The Jennifer Hudson Show" just hours before his death.

The fundraiser says any money remaining after expenses will go into a trust for Wright's niece, Sami.

Matthew was 52.

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17Ariana Grande Gives NYC Marathon Runner Surprise of a Lifetime - TMZ
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Ariana Grande Sweet Surprise Makes Marathon Runner's Day

Ariana Grande is spreading a little extra love in the Big Apple ... teaming up with boyfriend Ricky Alvarez to give one New York City Marathon runner the surprise of a lifetime.

The couple was spotted cheering on runners from the sidelines Sunday when an influencer named Ella Schweiger approached them with an unusual request ... write a message of encouragement for a complete stranger who had just tackled the grueling 26.2-mile race.

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Ariana was more than happy to oblige ... grabbing a pen and writing "You did it!" alongside some hearts. She signed the sweet note, "Ari + Ricky."

Ella shared video of the encounter on Instagram ... showing the moment she approached the couple before delivering the message to a runner named Ellie, who was absolutely floored to learn who had written it.

And get this ... Ellie revealed she'd actually been listening to Ariana's music during the race, saying one of her songs helped push her through a particularly brutal stretch around mile 24.

The whole thing was part of Ella's project, "Ella's Envelope," which collects uplifting messages from strangers and delivers them to runners ... proving a few kind words can go a long way.

As for Ariana and Ricky ... the two rekindled their romance earlier this year, nearly a decade after their first breakup, and made things Instagram official in August.

The race may have been 26.2 miles ... but Ari's kindness went even further.

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18Kai Trump Not Dating University of Miami Football Player Jake Weinberg - TMZ
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Kai Trump No Love Connection With Miami Kicker!!!

Published November 2, 2026 4:00 PM PST

Kai Trump and University of Miami kicker Jake Weinberg have sparked dating rumors ... but TMZ has learned there's no romance between the two.

A rep for President Donald Trump's granddaughter tells TMZ ... Kai and Jake are just friends and they are NOT dating.

Jake previously played football at Florida State University before transferring to Miami, where Kai is a member of the women's golf team.

Kai, whose parents are Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump, enrolled at the university in 2026.

Dating rumors have been swirling on social media ... and some folks saw Kai and Jake at the same Palm Beach restaurant recently ... but we're told there's nothing brewing ... at least romantically.

As we reported ... Kai got some good news last month when her mom, Vanessa, announced she was cancer-free.

Jake is having a strong season for Miami ... he's made all 43 of his extra point attempts and is 7-for-8 on field goal attempts for the No. 1 Hurricanes.

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19Heidi Klum's Halloween Posts May Have Given Away 'The Batman: Part II' Details - TMZ
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Heidi Klum Halloween Posts Spoil 'Batman 2' Villains?!?

Some pretty major details for "The Batman: Part II" might've accidentally leaked ... and it's all thanks to Heidi Klum's Halloween costume.

Here's the deal ... prosthetics expert Mike Marino -- the same guy who transformed Colin Farrell into The Penguin for the HBO series and the first "The Batman" film -- helped create Heidi's elaborate severed hand costume ... and his company may have leaked the villains for the upcoming film.

When prosthetics supplier The Makeup Armoury posted some behind-the-scenes photos, they seemed to be inadvertently revealing who Robert Pattison's Batman is up against.

Fans spotted some head casts on a shelf in the workshop -- noting one of them looked like "Game of Thrones" alum Charles Dance.

Another one looked like Brian Tyree Henry. The head cast had a little scarring, which seems to give some legitimacy to rumors he'll be playing Two-Face in the film.

Fans also noticed a face that looks an awful lot like Sebastian Stan, clocking that it was by a storage box that read, "Zsasz," the name of one of Batman's enemies.

Stan, Charles and Brian's castings were all announced back in May ... but this is the first time we've gotten possible glimpses at their characters.

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20'RuPaul's Drag Race' Alum Lucian Piane's Cause of Death Revealed - TMZ
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'RuPaul's Drag Race' Lucian Piane Cause of Death Revealed

Lucian Piane's official cause of death has been revealed nearly three weeks after the "RuPaul's Drag Race" music producer was struck and killed by a car in California ... he died from blunt force trauma.

According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, his manner of death was ruled an accident.

While his cause of death has been determined, the medical examiner's office tells TMZ the full autopsy report remains pending and is not yet ready for release.

As we first reported ... Piane was struck by a vehicle in Glendale early on October 12. Emergency responders attempted to save him, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

His death came just hours after he was released from police custody following an alleged confrontation with a hotel manager at an Embassy Suites in Glendale.

Sources previously told TMZ Piane was arrested after allegedly throwing a water bottle at the manager. He was booked and later released ... hours before the fatal crash.

Piane had also been cited the previous day for allegedly being under the influence of a controlled substance.

The music producer and songwriter was best known for his work on "RuPaul's Drag Race," where he contributed music to multiple seasons of the hit reality competition series.

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