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Several celebs went after Will Smith at the Grammy Awards for slapping Chris Rock onstage at the Oscars. Chris Rock's brother, Tony, and Bill Maher both went after Jada Pinkett Smith for her role in the Oscars mayhem. Ukrainian President Zelensky made an unexpected cameo at the Grammys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oscars producer Will Packer appeared on an ABC interview to say Chris Rock spoke to him moments after the Oscars slap and said he didn't want Will Smith removed, but sources close to Chris Rock say Packer is lying. TMZ's sources, who were present at the Oscars, claim Will was aware of conversations between the Academy and law enforcement about removing Will, but the Academy never asked Will to lea...

Chris Rock launches his comedy tour on the heels of the biggest Oscars controversy ever. Tony Rock speaks up about Will Smith's apology to his brother. Bill Maher unleashes on the Oscar slap and says Will Smith's actions represent 'cancel culture'...while also giving Chris Rock major props for keeping his composure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Smith's violent slap at the Oscars has Hollywood divided -- but Chris Rock is choosing not to press charges... for now. "The Godfather" director Francis Ford Copolla shocked the world when he thanked a very unlikely name while onstage at the Oscars. Bill Maher claims women are horny for President Zelensky and says a little toxic masculinity goes a long way. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Hayden Panettiere & her boyfriend got into a massive brawl with bar patrons in Hollywood. Dr. Oz is refusing to step down after President Biden demanded he resign from the President's Fitness Council. This year's Oscar ceremony is presenting a major Covid issue for its attendees. Jeffrey Epstein's private islands are up for sale for $125 million. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' wife texted...

Amanda Bynes' conservatorship is over & there are some huge TV deals on the table for her. The new police photos from Bob Saget's hotel room raise questions about his death. UFC star Colby Covington says Jorge Masvidal attacked him outside a Miami restaurant as their ongoing war continues. Republican Senators Ted Cruz & Lindsay Graham grill SCOTUS nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson. Learn more about yo...

J Lo & Ben Affleck put down $50 Million on a spectacular Bel-Air Estate. The Grammys pull Kanye's performance due to his recent online behavior. Julia Fox walks back on her claim that Kanye is 'harmless.' Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher raise over $30 million in aid for Ukraine. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard call upon a string of Hollywood elites to testify in their defamation lawsuit. Learn more abou...

Arnold Schwarzenegger delivered a powerful message to Russian citizens addressing the propaganda the Kremlin is propelling. Kanye's ex-gf Julia Fox says Kanye is 'harmless' and Kim and Pete have nothing to worry about. Pete Davidson is no longer headed to space due to a scheduling conflict after Bezos' Blue Origin flight was rescheduled. Brittney Griner continues to be held captive in Russia. Lear...

Kanye West hurls a racial slur at Trevor Noah for commenting on his ongoing feud with Pete Davidson. Jussie Smollett's family continues to fight for his release due to threats he's receiving behind bars. Ukrainian President Zelensky gives a powerful speech to Congress about how to stop Putin once and for all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete Davidson stands up to Kanye's bullying and leaks their private text messages. Taraji P. Henson compares Jussie Smollett's sentence to Emmett Till. Tom Brady announces he has unfinished business and will return to the NFL after a two month retirement. Elon Musk calls for a fight against Vladimir Putin with the winner taking Ukraine. Tennis star Naomi Osaka broke down in tears during a tennis m...

Jussie Smollett had some heated words for the court after being sentenced to 150 days in jail. Police body cam footage sheds new light on the bizarre bank incident involving "Black Panther" director Ryan Coogler. 'Selling Sunset' star Chrishell Stause has her own special way of dealing with unsolicited x-rated pics being sent to her by men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

"Black Panther" director Ryan Coogler was wrongly targeted as a bank robber in a wild bank mix-up in Atlanta. Kelly Clarkson finally settles her very bitter divorce. Aaron Rodgers is spotted again with Shailene Woodley after signing a MASSIVE new contract with the Green Bay Packers. Kanye writes a dark, disturbing poem about being murdered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

WNBA star Brittney Griner has been detained in Russia on a drug charge, and many are calling into question Russia's motives. Drake loses his $275k bet on the UFC fight between Jorge Masvidal v. Colby Covington. Bethenny Frankel's incredible fundraising effort has now raised over $25 million for Ukraine. Ozzy & Sharon Osbourne are leaving Los Angeles for the UK due to the soaring taxes in Californi...

Senator Lindsey Graham makes a dangerous proclamation -- calling for the assassination of Vladimir Putin. Rock legend Gene Simmons says Kanye West needs a "bitch slap" for the way he's going about the Kim Kardashian & Pete Davidson situation. 'Selling Sunset' actress Christine Quinn's home was hit by armed robbers in the middle of the night. Pete Davidson is in talks to take off into space with Je...

Update: Kim Kardashian's quest to become a single woman has become a reality because the judge has granted her request to end her marriage to Kanye West. While the world continues to rally around Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, his old TV show is being placed back in the limelight. Kanye fired yet another lawyer hours before his huge divorce showdown with Kim in court. Paris Jackson partn...

Hollywood shows strong support for Ukraine & President Zelenskyy at this year's SAG Awards. Elon Musk steps up to help Ukraine amid their war with Russia. Kim Kardashian paid over $100 million for a brand new, fully-customized private jet. Kanye isn't ending his marriage without a fight -- and he says that Kim can't prove that he wrote all those social media attacks against her and Pete Davidson!...

Halyna Hutchins' widow responds to Alec Baldwin's infamous ABC interview -- and he's pissed that Alec is actually portraying himself as the victim. Kim Kardashian is heading to court to beg the judge to declare her single as Kanye continues to harass her and Pete on social media. Sharon Osbourne unloads on CBS after she was fired from 'The Talk.' The weirdest show on television "Adults Adopting Ad...

Problems plagued Kanye West's Donda 2 premiere causing him to throw his microphone in frustration. Kanye also appeared to take another shot at Pete Davidson on a new track. Aaron Rodgers is still posting pictures of his ex, Shailene Woodley, after recently breaking off their engagement. The Obamas' new Hawaiian mansion is close to being complete -- but not without major controversy from local envi...

Sam Hunt's wife is pregnant & just filed for divorce over allegations of adultery. The latest victim of Kanye's social media tirades is Kris Jenner's beau Corey Gamble. Justin Bieber tests positive for Covid -- delaying the start to his much anticipated concert tour. Bill Maher railed against American companies, celebrities and athletes - including Lebron James and John Cena - who turned a blind e...

Kelly Clarkson? Blackstone? Brianne? The singer is dropping her famous last name amid her nasty divorce war. Keep your friends close & your enemies closer: Pete Davidson has a pretty famous new Instagram follower. The never-ending divorce of Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt continues with a new lawsuit. Elon Musk steps over the line comparing Justin Trudeau to Hitler! Find out first @ tmz.com Learn more...

The cause of Bob Saget's death is creating a mystery for many experts & his family wants to make sure photos from his hotel room aren't released to the public. Alec Baldwin sued for wrongful death by 'Rust' cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family. Dr. Dre talks to TMZ after his legendary Super Bowl Halftime performance & shared his post-show victory meal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Super Bowl weekend in L.A. was jam packed with celebrities, parties, drama and even gun violence. The gang debates where this year's Super Bowl Halftime Show ranks among the best ever. Countless A-list celebs showed up for the big game -- but the required masks were no where to be seen. Kanye went on another social media tirade -- taking aim at Kim, Pete Davidson, and his longtime friend Kid Cudi....

Kanye demands an apology from Billie Eilish for her alleged diss of Travis Scott at a recent concert -- and even threatens to pull out of Coachella! Kanye also dropped a new song where he appears to take yet another shot at Pete Davidson. Kendall Jenner continues to cause parking lot chaos at her favorite pilates studio. Dave Chappelle goes to war against real estate developers in his hometown. Ha...

Joe Rogan claims he's the victim of a "political hit job" after a video compilation of him saying the N-word surfaces. Kanye is still begging for Kim & his family back as he parties in LA with a Kim Kardashian clone. Wendy Williams' health crisis is so severe that a new host may permanently take over her role. A U.S. senator says there's no reason Bill Maher shouldn't run for president. NFL star A...

Kanye's war with Kim Kardashian gets even nastier... and now he claims that Kim believes he "put a hit out on her." Billie Eilish stops her concert to help a fan while throwing shade at Travis Scott & Astroworld. Spotify issues a public apology but won't silence Joe Rogan amid his recent 'N-word' controversy. Tennis star Peng Shuai continues to walk back accusations that she was sexually assaulted...