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This one's for all the kings and queens out there -- it's National Chess Day, and we thought we'd mark the occasion by bringing you a gallery of celebs playing chess!

Chess is one of those games that's really great for any occasion ... like hanging out with Jake Paul or Kelly Bensimon!

It's also pretty great for when you're in the mood to spend a cozy day at home with good company -- like Amy Schumer!

Two young siblings were jumping on a trampoline while sucking on hard candy — and one nearly choked to death on the sour treat as the other saved his life!

The shocking incident was caught on video in the backyard of a Texas home, where the young boy and his older sister were playing a game that required both to pop candy into their mouths before each took turns hopping on the trampoline.

During one of his turns, the boy jumped around the trampoline before he fell down and got to his knees, grabbing his throat as he started choking.

Sombr says he's officially made it in Hollywood ... because his music got a stamp of approval from the person he sees as the greatest living artist ... Taylor Swift.

We got Sombr at Nine Orchard in New York City on Friday just hours after he played a sold out show and our photog asked him about the emotions of getting a shoutout from Taylor herself.

In a recent interview, Taylor revealed that she had been listening to Sombr's music.

Terence Crawford cemented himself as the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world in his superfight with Canelo Alvarez ... but promoter Eddie Hearn believes there's someone out there with the ability to beat Bud -- Jaron "Boots" Ennis!

TMZ Sports talked to the legendary Matchroom Boxing promoter just days before Eddie's 28-year-old, undefeated fighter takes on Uisma Lima Saturday night in front of his hometown fans in Philadelphia.

While Saturday's bout is significant for several reasons -- including because Boots, 34-0 (with 30 KOs), is stepping up in weight to 154 lbs. for the first time -- Eddie's also keeping an eye on a bunch of big potential future matchups.

Mark Sanchez faces serious prison time if he's convicted for the alleged attack, and Bad Bunny is taking some heat for sitting out an American anthem. So we gotta ask ...

Comedian Ian Edwards has a tip for anyone who still wants to enjoy their favorite canceled artists' works despite any unfortunate allegations ... just don't find out about it!

In his new YouTube comedy special, "Untitled, The Comedy Special You Didn't Know You Needed," Ian jokes -- "If you have seen the Michael Jackson documentary on HBO and you still listen to his music, you are a piece of s*** ... I, on the other hand, have not seen the documentary."

The special -- streaming now -- was shot at the Comedy Store and offers more gems ... "Why do pregnant couples have gender reveal parties when they don't know what gender their kid is gonna claim? What if you're wrong, and you done burned down half of California with the wrong colored smoke!"

Anotha' day, anotha' dolla for Cardi B -- but let's be honest, she's makin' more than just dollars on the daily. Today however is solely about her 33rd birthday! Sit back -- don't be throwin' beverages -- and enjoy the smoke show!

Whether in a dress or a neon swimsuit, the iconic rapper knows how to drop it like it's hot, it's honestly impressive!

And when she's not with the kiddos, she's puttin' in that work up in the studio ... and when it's showtime she busts out in dope 'fits like this black ensemble.

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The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is officially back and while you may not be walking the runway ... you can still get ready like a VS Angel.

Bravo star Ciara Miller just teamed up with beauty influencer Jaz Turner to share all of their Victoria's Secret favs on Amazon ... from the iconic Bombshell bra to the brand's signature striped PJs.

So wether you're hosting a viewing party or just watching the show from the comfort of your own bed, we've got everything you need to get runway-ready.

Watching the show from home? You're obviously going to need the iconic Victoria’s Secret Satin Pajama Set.

Drop your 'Housewives' apples and pick up this pumpkin pic of reality TV star Luann de Lesseps. Take a slit out of these two spicy snaps and see if you've got what it takes to score the mishaps!

Hittin' the streets of New York City and giving 60 a whole new look, Luanne leaped into fall with a pumpkin in-tow ... rockin' her bougiest of boots earlier this week!

Use your imagination and branch out to score the minor changes!

Kristin Cavallari is still at the top of her game, in no small part due to going hard in the gym ... and her workout routine looks just as sexy as she does.

Check out this video Kristin just shared of her hitting the gym ... she's in dripped out in ALO yoga gear and she's got her boobs out as she works out.

Kristin is sculpting her lower body here with trainer Stef Armstead ... and it looks like she got a workout in before heading out to Laguna Beach with some girlfriends.

Cops say 'Real Housewives of Potomac' star Dr. Wendy Osefo is lying about being the victim of a home burglary ... but a couple months after she made her report, she went on a podcast -- and doubled-down on her claims.

Wendy appeared on the "Gabbing With Gib" podcast back in September 2024 and she was asked about the alleged home burglary, which we first reported about in April 2024 ... and the clip is resurfacing now that she's been charged with fraud.

In the interview, Wendy explains why she thinks she was "targeted" by burglars.

The hits just keep on coming for Katie Porter ... the embattled candidate for California governor allegedly lost her s**t at her ex-husband years ago ... who says she called him dumb and poured hot mashed potatoes on him, burning his scalp ... this according to court records.

According to legal documents, Porter tied the knot with Matthew Hoffman in 2003 ... but eventually their relationship apparently soured, leading to Porter filing for divorce in 2013. Both filed domestic violence restraining orders against each other.

In his papers, Hoffman claimed Porter “routinely” called him a “f---ing idiot” and “f---ing incompetent” -- and said she also smashed a glass coffee pot on their kitchen counter because she felt their house wasn’t clean enough.

Darius McCrary was arrested near the U.S.-Mexico border in California and he's currently sitting in a San Diego jail ... and it looks like he got picked up on an out-of-state felony charge.

The "Family Matters" alum was busted Sunday by the United States Border Patrol ... according to online records.

Darius' case says this is a "fugitive arrest" and the section of the California Penal Code listed on online records applies to individuals in California who are wanted by another state for a serious crime.

Mark Wahlberg's about to score another blockbuster, but this one’s in real estate ... 'cause TMZ has learned the actor's under contract to buy a jaw-dropping estate in South Florida.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Wahlberg went into contract in mid-September to scoop up the $47 million, 7-bedroom, 12-bathroom compound in Delray Beach's exclusive Stone Creek Ranch ... known locally as "Billionaire's Row."

The massive Italian contemporary pad spans more than 29,000 square feet overall, with nearly 18,000 square feet of living space ... all sitting on 2.5 lakefront acres. Fully furnished and meticulously crafted, the home blends Lake Como glamour with James Bond
"Casino Royale" vibes.

Malcolm Barrett will not face charges stemming from a sexual assault allegation made late last year ... TMZ has learned.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office reviewed Barrett's case and determined criminal charges of rape of a person incapable of giving consent will not be filed against him. We're told the case is now officially closed.

TMZ broke the story in December ... a woman contacted the L.A. County Sheriff's Department claiming that after a night of drinking with Barrett, she woke up in bed to find him touching her and alleged he then had sex with her against her will.

A local TV news producer was roughly abducted by federal U.S. Border Patrol agents in traffic on Chicago's North Side Friday morning ... and the intense incident was caught on video recorded by bystanders.

In the clips, WGN news producer Debbie Brockman is seen being forced to the ground by two masked U.S. Border Patrol agents, who handcuff her as she cries out in apparent pain.

Face-down on the pavement with her hands held behind her back, she identifies herself and pleads to a pedestrian recording the incident, "I work for WGN. Let them know."