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MTV is pulling the plug on "Ridiculousness" after 14 years, but don't feel bad for host Rob Dyrdek ... he says he's entering a new era.

According to Rob, the week his show is ending, is the same week he's launching his "magnum opus" -- a new "time intelligence platform" called Existence.

The 51-year-old former professional skateboarder called the cancelation "divine timing" in a video posted to X.

Detroit Lions long snapper Hogan Hatten is denying he had a role in a spectator's decision to storm the field during Sunday's game against the Commanders ... saying he didn't utter a single word to the guy all night.

Video of the fan's stunt made rounds on social media ... and some folks claimed an interaction with Hatten caused the whole thing.

Hatten went to social media on Monday to explain that couldn't be further from the truth ... calling the claims "inaccurate."

TMZ Sports is going live from the newsroom to discuss the day's biggest stories ... but we don't just want folks to watch and enjoy the conversation, we want y'all to get involved!!

Hit the comment section as Babcock, Lucas, Mojo and the whole crew break down the most important topics of the day ... and we'll be interacting with viewers throughout the program between 1 and 2 PM PT.

So tune in, make fun of us, share your two cents, sound off about your favorite team ... nothing is out of bounds.

1:30 PM PT -- Coral Springs Police confirmed to TMZ ... 2 people were killed in the crash. Police said the FAA, the National Transportation Safety Board, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office were investigating the incident.

Police warned local residents the strong odor of fuel was lingering in the air, and advised people to stay indoors and keep their doors and windows closed for the rest of the night.

A small plane crashed into a Florida neighborhood while reportedly en route to bring aid to Hurricane Melissa victims in Jamaica.

According to police in Coral Springs, Florida, authorities responded to a plane crash Monday at 10:19 AM. Police reported the scene was still active going into the afternoon ... but no homes sustained major damage. There were no known casualties immediately reported.

In video captured of the incident, you can see the moment the aircraft crashes into a small lake, sending water and debris flying onto neighboring properties.

TIME FLIES WHEN YOU'RE YOUNG AND FAMOUS -- Can you believe it's been 20 years?!?

Check our very first TMZ.com exclusive, from November 10, 2005 … featuring none other than Paris Hilton and her boyfriend at the time getting into a scrape in Hollywood. Please enjoy this throwback time capsule … such innocent times!

An LAPD official told TMZ that the department is still investigating a car crash involving Paris Hilton. The incident, which TMZ caught on tape, occurred at 2:30 AM PT on November 9, 2015. Paris' boyfriend, Greek shipping heir Stavros Niarchos, crashed the heiress' Bentley into a parked truck, then sped away ... with Paris, Kimberly Stewart (Rod Stewart's daughter) and Talan Torriero, star of MTV's 'Laguna Beach' all inside.

It's Monday and this mighty fine lookin' couple hit the beach with their rockin' bods on full display, but can you guess who they are?! Here's a few clues:

If you don't know 'em from a popular reality TV show, you definitely have heard of his famous sister ... When they're not in the gym pumpin' iron, they're doting parents to their 3 kiddos ...

Legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley passed away Thursday, Oct. 16, after his family made the difficult decision to turn off his ventilator ... and today his cause of death has been released, TMZ has learned.

TMZ confirms, Ace died as a result of blunt trauma to the head due to a fall.

According to the Morris County, New Jersey Medical Examiner's report ... Ace suffered a fracture to the back of his skull, a subdural hematoma -- a collection of blood formed between the brain's protective outer layer and the brain itself -- and a stroke. His manner of death was ruled an accident.

The passenger reported dead aboard a Carnival Cruise Line ship Saturday has reportedly been identified by her family as 18-year-old Anna Kepner, from Titusville, Florida.

The family told ABC News they will remember Anna as a "happy, bubbly, straight-A student with a bright future ahead."

The FBI is investigating the mysterious death of the young woman, who was set to graduate from high school in May, according to ABC. The death was reported as the ship was returning to Miami, Florida from a trip through the Caribbean.

California State Senator Ben Allen says Hollywood is showing signs of life again ... and he thinks Governor Gavin Newsom has a delicate act to balance.

Ben joined us on "TMZ Live" Monday, and we asked him about what a lot of folks in the film and TV industry in Los Angeles are feeling ... that Hollywood is dead because of overregulation, and other places are luring productions away from California with tax credits and incentives.

The Democrat -- who represents Santa Monica, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Torrance and other cities in L.A. County -- says the concerns are valid ... but he says a new bill he passed to increase the state's film and TV tax credit program from $350 million to $750 million is already paying off.

Congrats are in order for influencer Catherine Paiz ... she’s pregnant, one month to the day after saying "I do" to tattoo artist Igor Ten!

Catherine hopped on IG Stories to share her pregnancy journey, revealing she took a test two weeks ago that came back positive ... and admitted she was super shocked by the news 'cause she had only stopped taking her birth control the day of her wedding, in late September.

Igor, on the other hand, wasn’t shocked -- simply over the moon that his dream of becoming a dad's coming true!

Antonio Brown's fighting back against claims he tried to shoot and kill someone at a celebrity boxing match earlier this year, pleading not guilty to 2nd degree attempted murder ... an incident his attorney is adamant was nothing more than self-defense!

AB hired Mark Eiglarsh ahead of his trial ... and the lawyer sent TMZ Sports a statement addressing the altercation at Adin Ross' event, explaining he took the case because he "passionately believes in Brown's defense."

"The actions he was forced to take were solely in self-defense against the alleged victim's violent behavior," Eiglarsh said. "Brown was attacked that night and acted within his legal right to protect himself from an individual who had previously committed criminal acts against him. It's a privilege to represent him, and I am determined to ensure that justice is served."

Derek Hough’s celebrating 'Dancing with the Stars’ big 2-0 -- which just so happens to line up with TMZ’s own 20th birthday -- and he’s spilling the secret sauce that’s kept both of us swinging strong all these years!

The pro dancer helped us shake off the Monday blues ... chatting at LAX about how both the dance competition and our celeb news site have kept fans hooked for years -- thanks to one thing we share in common: authenticity.

Derek says people love a no-holds-barred look at others in totally different settings -- and that’s exactly why both 'DWTS' and TMZ have thrived ... keeping it real and raw, no filter needed.

Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton underwent testicular cancer surgery last week ... revealing a routine NFL drug test led to his diagnosis.

The 31-year-old posted a lengthy statement Monday morning ... starting it off by declaring, "This morning, I stood before our team as a lucky man."

Singleton -- who had nine combined tackles against the Las Vegas Raiders on "Thursday Night Football" said he had a successful procedure a day later ... and the belief is the cancer was caught early.

A man’s behind bars after going full GTA in Chicago ... stealing an ambulance, plowing into cars, and injuring multiple people ... and the start of the chase was caught on camera!

A patient at Loretto Hospital reportedly ran up to the ambulance parked at the hospital, got into the driver's seat and took off. Check out the video ... the ambulance slams straight into a cop car before driving away ... followed seconds later by gunshots and a swarm of police cruisers with smoking tires in hot pursuit.

Chicago Police later confirmed an officer fired at the suspect, but no one was hit. A paramedic sitting in the passenger seat of the ambulance jumped out of the vehicle a couple blocks away.

The "TMZ Brunch Bus" hit the streets for the ultimate Sunday Funday ... and actor Mike Merrill was our special guest host, and he brought the energy!!!

The "Straw" star was the man of the hour, getting people out of their seats on a super lit tour through West Hollywood ... and folks were quick to start dancing in the aisles.

Ya gotta see the video from our 2-hour tour ... it looks extra fun, with stops at WeHo hotspots like The Henry, TomTom, and The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker.

The hits kept coming during Rod Stewart's illustrious career ... but his son Sean encountered a hit machine he probably wishes he never met in his debut as a professional boxer over the weekend.

Sean, 45, got knocked out in 15 seconds by 27-year-old streamer BDave in Nashville, Tennessee, on Saturday. The KO was reportedly a record for the Misfits Boxing banner, which promoted the fight.

Check out the video ... Rod's eldest son started out aggressive, controlling the center of the ring by pressing and leading with quick jabs. But BDave stayed calm, unshaken by the flurry of punches thrown, waiting for his opening.