Theo Von Government Isn't For the People ... Look at Epstein & Gaza!!!

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THIS IS NOT 'AMERICA FIRST'
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Theo Von seems disillusioned with the American government right now ... arguing it feels like politicians aren't serving the people like they should be, while giving a few thoughts on the Gaza War and the Epstein files controversy.

We caught up with the comedian at LAX Thursday ... and, we asked him about what he would ask President Donald Trump if the Commander-in-Chief came back on his podcast "This Past Weekend."

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COCAINE CLASS
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von

Remember ... Trump went on his podcast for a chat back in August, before the election, where he dove into a whole bunch of different topics -- including a discussion about cocaine.

Nessa Diab Kaep & I Are Married ... Do Your Research!!!

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GET IT RIGHT PEOPLE!!!
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Nicki Minaj has a newfound ally in her crusade against Roc Nation ... Nessa Diab, who wants everyone to address her by her proper title: Mrs. Colin Kaepernick!!!

The veteran Hot 97 host invited all challengers on Thursday when she unfolded her grand revelation that there hadn't been enough digging into her personal life over the years.

She and Kaep welcomed a child back in 2022 but no details about a marriage have hit the net -- until today.

JuJu Watkins Dodges Jayden Daniels Question

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If JuJu Watkins and Jayden Daniels are indeed an item, the USC hooper isn't kissing and telling ... giving TMZ Sports the cold shoulder on Thursday!!

We caught up with the college basketball superstar at LAX, and after getting her thoughts on her ACL recovery process ... we had to ask about the rumors she and the Commanders' QB1 were a couple.

After all, the two were seen sitting next to each other at an NCAA tournament game back in March ... and then they were spotted celebrating her 20th birthday together earlier this week.

ESPN Not Sweating Shane Gillis Monologue ... Backlash, Shmacklash

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Shane Gillis dominated headlines Thursday morning after his -- hilarious to some, infuriating to others -- ESPYS monologue ... and TMZ Sports has learned the folks at ESPN aren't entertaining what the naysayers are spewin'.

A source with direct knowledge tells us … ESPN appreciated all of Shane's hard work on the show ... which included a live monologue that poked fun at several high-profile athletes, including Caitlin Clark and Megan Rapinoe. He also had some Epstein and Diddy quips during his time on stage.

One of the most popular/unpopular jokes ... "When Caitlin Clark retires from the WNBA, she's going to work at a Waffle House so she can continue doing what she loves most: fist fighting Black women."

Felix Baumgartner Dead At 56 In Paragliding Accident ... Famously Fell From Space

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Felix Baumgartner -- an Austrian BASE jumper and skydiver who set a record after jumping from the stratosphere down to Earth back in 2012 -- has died while paragliding in Italy ... according to a local outlet.

He was 56 years old.

According to La Repubblica, he was paragliding in Porto Sant'Elpidio when he became ill and lost control of his aircraft. He ended up crashing into a hotel swimming pool ... injuring a woman, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Joy Corrigan Baby On Board ... W/ 'KUWTK's Todd Kraines!!!

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Joy Corrigan is strutting into a whole new chapter -- confirming to TMZ she's pregnant, and the baby’s daddy is a familiar face from "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."

The Sports Illustrated model tells TMZ she’s 13 weeks pregnant with boyfriend Todd Kraines' baby -- and she's definitely showing, as you can see in these pics of her rocking a skintight Alo onesie while out in Beverly Hills.

In case you forgot … Todd is the guy from "KUWTK" that Scott Disick used to prank call Kris Jenner, pretending to be him with an over-the-top high-pitched voice, famously saying, "Auntie Kris! It’s me, Todd Kraines!"

Dave Portnoy, Barstool Pirate Ship Docks at Fox Sports Sign 'Wide-Ranging' Deal

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Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports are coming to your TVs -- they're joining the FOX Sports family in a huge partnership.

Portnoy -- who founded Barstool in 2003 -- broke the news on Thursday by having an "emergency press conference" on his X page.

"Barstool Sports is Proud to announce a new wide-ranging partnership with Fox Sports," Portnoy said.

Shedeur Sander Dodges ESPYs Nepotism Joke ... Plays 🏈 With Kids Instead

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While Shedeur Sanders was targeted with some friendly jabs from Shane Gillis at the ESPYS, the Browns quarterback was busy giving back to kids in the Cleveland community.

The annual sports awards show went down on Wednesday night at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles ... and the host didn't hold back with his time on the mic, and at one point set his sights on Sanders' Colorado jersey number retirement.

No word on whether anyone alerted Deion's son of the dig ... but it seems like his focus was on a much more important task.

NFL's Jordan Addison Cuts Deal In DUI Case ... Gets Probation

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Jordan Addison cut a deal with prosecutors in his DUI case on Thursday and has been sentenced to probation.

TMZ Sports has learned ... the Minnesota Vikings star's attorneys issued a no contest plea to a lesser charge of wet reckless driving upon a highway on his behalf in a Los Angeles courtroom -- and in exchange, a judge ordered the football player to 12 months of probation.

As part of his sentencing, Addison will be required to pay a $390 fine, and complete two programs -- including a three month alcohol education course.

Caitlin Clark One Less All-Star This Weekend ... Out With Groin Injury

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The WNBA All-Star Weekend festivities will go on without its biggest star -- Caitlin Clark just announced she will not be competing to allow her body to rest after suffering an injury.

The Indiana Fever guard confirmed the news in a statement on Thursday ... saying even though she was stoked for her home city to host the whole slate of events, she is "sad and disappointed to say I can't participate in the 3-Point Contest or the All-Star Game."

"I have to rest my body."

Chiefs' Rashee Rice Sentenced To Jail Time In Dallas Car Crash Case

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Rashee Rice has just been sentenced to jail time over his role in a 2024 high-speed car crash.

The Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver issued guilty pleas on Thursday to two felonies -- one count of racing on a highway causing bodily injury and one count of collision involving serious bodily injury ... and in exchange, he was sentenced to probation plus time behind bars.

A judge ordered him to serve five years of probation -- and 30 days in a Dallas County jail.

Megan Thee Stallion Ma-Mushy About Klay Thompson 'The Nicest Person I've Ever Met!!!'

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Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson's romance tour continues -- this time, the new couple turned heads at a fancy event ... and the "Mamushi" rapper gushed about how special her hooper boyfriend is to her.

The pair was spotted all dolled up at the inaugural Pete & Thomas Foundation Gala in New York City on Wednesday ... a bash for Megan's nonprofit organization that provides resources for women, children and the elderly in underserved communities.

It's the second time the lovebirds have been spotted showing PDA in public since their Instagram hard launch ... and the shindig was a perfect opportunity to open up a bit about their hot love story.

Jelly Roll Chokeslams Logan Paul Through Desk ... 'Kimmel' Turns WWE!!!

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Logan Paul found out the hard way not to call Jelly Roll a "greasy, redneck prison rat" ... 'cause the WWE Superstar ended up chokeslammed through a freakin' desk as a result -- right on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"

The 40-year-old singer was tapped to guest host the late-night show during Kimmel's yearly summer vacation ... and it was only right to interview his upcoming tag team partner, Randy Orton, ahead of "SummerSlam" in New Jersey next month -- where the two will face off against Paul and Drew McIntyre.

McIntyre apparently couldn't wait until the showdown at MetLife Stadium, 'cause he actually ended up crashing the Q&A ... and after directing some trash talk toward JR, Orton and the Scottish Warrior got into a scrap that wound up backstage.

NFL's Everson Griffen Spotted Grabbing Bags, Walking Off Plane ... After Incident In Sky

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Former NFL star Everson Griffen was seen calmly grabbing his bags and leaving a plane on Wednesday, just minutes after a flight crew grounded his jet over his alleged "unruly" behavior.

Check out some pictures TMZ Sports has obtained from Flight DL1902, you can see Griffen in a white hat and white shirt gathering his belongings without much issue, a short time after he was accused of causing a disturbance in the sky.

According to Delta Air Lines, Griffen had exhibited "unruly behavior" on the jet as it was making its way from Chicago to Minneapolis ... which forced pilots to return to O'Hare just minutes after they departed the airport.

Lindsey Vonn Wardrobe Malfunction On ESPYS Red Carpet

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Lindsey Vonn found herself on the thong side of fashion at the ESPYS on Wednesday ... when a gust of wind caused her to suffer a wardrobe malfunction right on the award show's red carpet.

Vonn rocked a purple, strapless dress for ESPN's annual bash in Hollywood ... and while she looked amazing -- a strong breeze ended up exposing a bit more of her bod than she had intended.

Her underwear was out in full view of photogs as her thigh-high split blew apart -- but fortunately for the skiing legend, someone raced in to help her cover up until the wind died down.