Al Trautwig Legendary Sports Broadcaster Dead At 68 ...
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New York lost a legend ... Al Trautwig, longtime voice of MSG Network, broadcaster of the Knicks and Rangers, has died at the age of 68.
"I’m sad to share the news that we lost a legendary voice in sports. But we lost a lot more than that," Trautwig's MSG colleague Alan Hahn wrote on X Monday morning.
"He was not only a friend, but a mentor and a teacher. He was, personally, one of my biggest resources of support when I moved into this career."
Delta Flight Smoke-Filled Cabin Forces Emergency Landing, Evac!!!
It’s another rough day in the skies for Delta -- this time, a plane’s cabin filled with thick smoke mid-flight, leading to an emergency landing and evacuation of everyone onboard.
The Boeing 717 aircraft was en route to Columbia, South Carolina Monday morning when "haze inside the aircraft" was reported, forcing an immediate return to Atlanta, with all 94 passengers evacuated via emergency inflatable slides.
One passenger's video shows smoke permeating the cabin in the mid-air flight, with everyone holding clothes over their faces to protect themselves. Later footage shows them safely on the tarmac after debarking.
Marcus Jordan Drug Charge Changed To Ketamine
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The white substance cops found in Marcus Jordan's pocket during his DUI arrest was determined to be ketamine -- NOT cocaine -- TMZ Sports has learned.
Cops conducted a field test on the powder during 34-year-old Jordan's Feb. 4 traffic stop ... and while initial testing resulted in a positive reading for cocaine, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement also did further tests, which concluded it was actually ketamine.
Considering the two substances feature the same color and texture, ketamine can often yield a positive cocaine reading ... so it isn't out of the ordinary, we're told.
Jamie Foxx 'Jason's Lyric' Play Is Worth The Price Of Admission!!! 🎟️🍿
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Jamie Foxx was thriving "in living color" when the "Jason's Lyric" film was released ... but he made sure to be front and center to soak up the live rendition in the new play!!!
The Oscar winner was at The Orpheum Theater in DTLA on Saturday with his daughter Anelise Bishop and several other family members to check out "Jason's Lyric Live."
We're told Tyrin Turner, who stars as Joshua in the play, invited Jamie personally to the show, and Jamie bought tickets for his family of 10.
NFL's Solomon Thomas Trading Jets For Yachts ... St. Barts Vacay W/ GF
NFL star Solomon Thomas is used to the Jets, but he's enjoying a different form of transportation this week -- cruising around on a fancy yacht in St. Barts with his stunning girlfriend.
The 29-year-old New York defensive tackle was spotted making the most of his offseason near the Caribbean island alongside Kaylie Alyson ... with both ditching their clothes for some bathing suits.
They looked happy as ever as they had their fun in the sun -- which included lounging around on a raft and downing some drinks on the deck.
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco Sexy Stunting on Music Video Set ... For New Collab Album
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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s new album “I Said I Love You First” drops March 21, and TMZ has the exclusive first look at the next music video from the album … and the recently engaged couple are the stars!
TMZ obtained photos and video of Benny and Selena filming this weekend in Anaheim, though it’s unclear for which song -- it’s likely not for any of the singles the duo has released so far. Yay, new music!
Selena is seen in a few different outfits during the shoot, but our favorite is obviously the black slip lingerie she was seen in strutting to and from the set, contrasting her bright red lips perfectly! It’s obvious something sexy's happening in the video.
Kim & Khloe Kardashian Hearts Are Broken After Kylie's Hairstylist Dies!!!
Kim and Khloe Kardashian are standing by their sister Kylie Jenner through a difficult time, sharing tributes to her beloved hairstylist Jesus Guerrero, who tragically died over the weekend.
While Kylie has yet to speak publicly on his death, Kim shared on her IG Story that her heart was breaking for her grieving sister, emphasizing that in their world, the "glam squad" becomes family -- so Jesus' passing hit especially hard.
Kim also added she was praying for Jesus' family and the entire beauty industry, calling him one of the most talented and kindest in the biz.
Ex-NFL's Chris Kluwe Open To Running For Political Office ... After Viral Anti-MAGA Town Hall Arrest
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Chris Kluwe says he's been contacted by multiple people from the Democratic party, and while he straight up says he doesn't want to run for political office, the former Vikings punter tells TMZ Sports he'd be willing to do it.
43-year-old Kluwe went viral last week after he delivered an explosive anti-Donald Trump, anti-MAGA speech at a city council meeting in Huntington Beach, CA ... which ultimately led to his arrest.
We spoke with the 8-year NFL vet ... and asked him about a potential run for office.
'Killing Me Softly' Singer Roberta Flack Dead at 88
Legendary singer Roberta Flack has died, according to a statement by her representatives.
The R&B singer emerged into fame in the 1970s with her version of the song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."
Another well-known song of hers, "Killing Me Softly With His Song," was covered by the Fugees in the 1990s, with Lauryn Hill crooning on the track.
IU Indy Basketball Team Bus Catches Fire After Game ... 'Mechanical Issue'
The IU Indy men's basketball team bus erupted in flames on the way home from a road game on Sunday ... but luckily, everyone made it out unharmed.
The terrifying incident happened after the Jaguars' 71-67 loss to the Northern Kentucky Norse at the BB&T Arena.
As the team and coaches took the two-hour ride back to campus, the bus suddenly caught fire on the I-275 loop near Lawrenceburg.
Timothée Chalamet Finally Gets 'W' at SAG Awards ... Makes History!!!
Timothée Chalamet now has the elusive Hollywood award he couldn't seem to get, winning for his role as Bob Dylan -- and his record-setting victory came after his SAG Awards night got off to a rough start.
TC was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor for "A Complete Unknown," Sunday night, and he joined his costars Elle Fanning, Edward Norton and Monica Barbaro early in the evening to introduce clips from the film ... but reading the teleprompter was, apparently, harder than playing a legendary songwriter.
After flubbing his line and laughing at himself, Timothée joked ... "Shoulda done a rehearsal." It was a pretty smooth recovery, and he got to redeem himself again later in the night.
Kanye West, Bianca Censori Live Performance In L.A. ... After Reports of Divorce
Kanye West and Bianca Censori were out and about AGAIN amid reports the two split and were headed for divorce ... they attended a live performance Sunday -- starring Bianca herself -- at a Koreatown warehouse.
The two rolled up to last night's artsy event -- and by the looks of it, was very high-concept, and maybe a bit confusing as well -- but, after all, it was a Ye and Bianca event.
Check out photos and video, obtained by TMZ ... Bianca was decked out in an all-white outfit with a matching headband in possibly a retro nurse outfit, as she stood before an empty hospital bed and chair, with a few people standing around her, and music playing in the background.
We're told Bianca came out only for a minute and then walked off, disappearing from sight. Our sources say Bianca never got nude or laid down on the bed.
SAG Awards Celebs Mingle at After-Party ... Engraving Statuettes & Rubbing Elbows
Celebs kicked off the festivities following the Screen Actors Guild Awards ceremony Sunday night, gathering for the official after-party at the Shrine Auditorium, and cameras were there to capture all the high-powered wattage.
The talent mingled at the official Post-Awards Gala, hosted by People and Audi, to get their awards engraved and generally rub elbows with this year's winners.
Molly Shannon and Selena Gomez shared a laugh, Zoe Saldana struck an elegant pose, Ralph Fiennes and Timothée Chalamet got chummy, and Kieran Culkin got serious for a sec ... after previously quipping onstage how heavy the statuette was.
2025 SAG Awards A-List Guild Members Show Out ... Selena Gomez, Kristen Bell & More
The most star-studded union in the world showed their style solidarity Sunday ... with card carrying SAG members lookin' real fashionable at this year's Screen Actors Guild Awards!
Kristen Bell didn't look nervous to host the show whatsoever on the red carpet ... sharing a small smile in her layered multicolored mesh ensemble. Selena Gomez pulled off a more monochromatic look -- stunning in navy blue dress. Meanwhile, Ariana Grande channeled Glinda in a frilly pink gown.
TV star Kerry Washington channeled the silver screen in her silver dress ... taking the 'little fires everywhere' and bringing the heat to the red carpet.
National Hockey League Ref Takes Puck To Family Jewels ... In Vancouver-Utah Game
An NHL referee paid the price for being in the wrong place at the wrong time ... he was blasted in the balls with a puck, but thankfully, the family jewels are still intact!
The cringe-inducing moment happened during the Vancouver Canucks-Utah Hockey Club game on Sunday at the Delta Center. Official Justin Kea was on the ice, doing his job.
Unfortunately, Kea inadvertently got in the way when Hockey Club forward Alexander Kerfoot attempted to get the puck down the ice and away from Canucks' Conor Garland.
The moment was captured on the broadcast ... Kerfoot turned around and fired the puck, not realizing Kea was right in his path ... and BOOM!
JUSTIN BIEBER TUSSLES AT CHARITY HOCKEY GAME ... But It's All Smiles
Justin Bieber wasn't afraid to play dirty during a charity hockey game, getting in a scrap with former NHL star Jeremy Roenick ... but there's no bad blood.
On Sunday, Bieber was participating in the Skate For L.A. Strong event at Crypto.com Arena ... and the game hilariously took a turn when Biebs and Roenick duked it out in the rink.
Check out the video ... JB flips Roenick's jersey over the ex-NHLer's head and playfully fakes to uppercut his chin. Fortunately, this was all in good fun, because Bieber definitely has control!