Mama June Is That a Skull in My Well?!! Video That Launched Probe

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Cops have NO bones about it -- but TMZ just obtained the video that had construction workers thinking there was a skeleton in Mama June's well.

June bought the GA home as an investment, but as we reported ... workers with G & J Home Improvement thought they'd stumbled upon something fishy when they ripped up her bathroom floor.

This is the video they shot when they lowered a smartphone into the well. We'll say this -- it DOES look like there's something down there. Could be a rock, could be ... well, judge for yourself.

But now cops have already decided ... no skull.

Lil Boosie Ocean Thug

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SETTIN' IT OFF

Lil Boosie is doing a victory lap in Hawaii after beating cancer ... and it involves a whole lot of ass.

Boosie hit the surf with a bunch of women and did his best Rihanna impression. Tide was low but Boosie's spirit was definitely high.

As we previously reported ... doctors removed half of his kidney in December after they found cancer.

Appears his close brush with death has made him appreciate life ... and ass more.

Mark Cuban Trump Politics Are Risky Biz For Donald Trump Inc.

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HE'S WALKING A FINE LINE

Business tycoon to business tycoon ... Mark Cuban thinks Donald Trump's run for the White House is putting his well-established brand in jeopardy.

We got the Mavericks owner and "Shark Tank" star in Austin -- where he was talking biz at the SXSW conference -- and he told us he thinks candidate Trump could "hurt more than help" the business side of Donald's empire.

The clip is interesting -- Mark stops short of criticizing the Donald's controversial comments, from a political standpoint. But remember, if Trump doesn't win ... he'll have to go back to business.

Mark also talks about his own political aspirations! In his words, "Never say never."

Richard Simmons Fan Calls Cops ... Please Help Richard!

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Richard Simmons' fans won't let it go ... they're convinced he's in peril -- so much so, they're calling police to check on him.

Hours before Simmons did a phone interview with NBC ... we've learned one of his fans was on the horn to LAPD. Our law enforcement sources tell us the anonymous person called a tip line to say Richard was being held against his will.

We're told police will NOT be conducting a welfare check on Simmons for a couple of reasons: first, as we've reported ... LAPD checked on Richard about a year ago. They spoke to him face-to-face and found he was "fine." Secondly, police heard him on "Today" reiterating what he already told them.

Bottom line -- cops are convinced Richard's not being abused or held hostage.

Prince Nothing Compares 2 My Stuff ... Come and Get It!

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There is no "Little Red Corvette," but 95 other pieces of Prince memorabilia are about to hit the auction block ... and they ain't going cheap.

The Nate D. Sanders auction in L.A. will feature jewelry, stage-worn costumes, instruments and other personal items obtained from his ex-wife, Mayte Garcia, and ex-manager, Owen Husney.

Prince's 2.2 karat diamond engagement ring -- given to Mayte in 1996 -- will go to the highest bidder starting at $100,000. Also featured are Prince's 1959 Gibson guitar for $60,000 and a 23 minute cassette tape from 1978 ... featuring 3 never released songs with a minimum bid of $20,000.

The items will be available through the online auction on March 17th.

Rob Kardashian Watchin' Blac Chyna Put in Werk, Werk, Werk

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Rob Kardashian's birthday came early ... as Blac Chyna put on a booty popping clinic for him ... and several hundred other onlookers.

Rob was grinning from ear to ear Sunday night in a Montego Bay nightclub where BC was hosting. Sporting a black tee and shorts, he's still not revealing much of his slimmer physique -- but the smile kinda says it all.

Rob turns 29 on Thursday. Enjoy the ride!

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JAMAICAN ME CRAZY

'Star Wars: Episode VIII' Meet The New Characters

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Filming for 'Star Wars: Episode VIII' is underway in Croatia and there are a lot of new faces on set.

We got pics of two new alien species ... and a land speeder, which looks like an upgrade from any of the pod racers in 'Episode I.' Then again, anything is an upgrade from 'Episode I.'

Production moved from a London studio to Dubrovnik this month and set designers got creative with the Old Town's gothic architecture ... giving it some 'Star Wars' flare! Filming is about 5 weeks in, but the movie won't hit theaters until December 2017.

These pics will have to tie you over, Star Wars nation.

Johnny Manziel 'Of Course' I'll Play Next Season ... PS, I Love You Mom

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I'LL BE BACK, BABY!

Johnny Manziel says his football days are definitely NOT over -- telling TMZ Sports he expects to be on a team next season.

You gotta watch the clip ... Manziel was leaving The Nice Guy in WeHo (with super hot model Abigail Ratchford) when he stopped to talk to our photog.

Richard Simmons My Maid's NOT Holding Me Hostage

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Richard Simmons broke his silence to shoot down a report that his long-time housekeeper is holding him hostage in his home.

Richard appeared on "Today" Monday via telephone, acknowledging he's dropped out of sight for years but he's ok.

The New York Daily News did the latest story over the weekend -- that Richard's friends have been alarmed that he has shut down contact with them.

TMZ has reported over the last year-and-a-half, Richard has shut close, long-term friends out of his life. He doesn't acknowledge birthdays, deaths and various forms of outreach by people who love him.

As we reported, in January of last year the LAPD went to Simmon's home for a welfare check after a friend reported he was the subject of elder abuse. The LAPD cops say Simmons looked fine and was in good spirits.

You can hear in the "Today" interview ... he's dealing with issues.

Mama June Getting Gastric Sleeve ... Regular Dieting Too Risky

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Mama June's going under the knife to find a safer weight loss solution ... after falling unconscious multiple times.

We're told June is set to go in for gastric sleeve surgery later this month, and hopes to lose at least 80 more pounds. She's been on a crusade to slim down so she'd be healthy enough for the surgery. She's already dropped 90 lbs.

We're told "sleeve specialist" Dr. Michael Feiz in Beverly Hills will perform the operation.

TMZ broke the story ... June was hospitalized two weeks ago after collapsing. Although doctors couldn't pin down the problem, we're told they suspect she was pushing her dieting too far.

Steve Wynn Sued By Casino Dealers ... Split Aces, Not Tips

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A group of Wynn Las Vegas casino dealers are pissed they have to split their tips with casino workers who customarily don't get tipped ... and now they've filed suit to get what they feel they deserve.

According to a lawsuit filed in federal court in Nevada, the dealers claim the casino forces them to pool their tips together ... but then share that pool with other casino employees.

The suit claims the Wynn has effectively gotten around paying minimum wage by appropriating the dealers' tips.

The dealers are suing the casino -- as well as Steve Wynn individually -- and are seeking damages, plus interest and attorneys' fees.

We reached out to the Wynn for comment ... so far, no word back.

Aaron Carter Road Rage Showdown ... Flip Me Off, Go to Jail!

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Aaron Carter played judge and jury in Malibu, threatening to lock up a driver who gave him the bird ... and TMZ got video of the insane roadside conflict.

Sources on scene say Aaron went ballistic after a Volvo driver laid on his horn at a busy intersection, accusing Aaron of making him miss the light. We're told the Volvo driver punctuated the exchange by flipping a middle finger at Aaron.

That's where this video picks up -- Carter pulled into a nearby parking lot, got out with his bulldog and yelled at the driver to pull over so they could fight. Carter also said he was going to get the guy arrested ... for the flick off.

When the driver tells him to "Go home!" Aaron's response is classic ... "Oh, you mean my $2 million mansion?" Check out the altercation -- even Aaron's dogs could tell this was a s*** show.

A rep for Carter tells us he wasn't in the wrong and was just standing up for himself.

Lindsay Lohan My Baby Bro's Coming Up ... As a Big Time Model

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There is another -- Lindsay Lohan's youngest brother Cody is on his way to becoming the new face of the family.

Cody -- who now goes by his full name, Dakota Wyatt Lohan -- just signed a contract with IMG Models, the same agency that reps Bella and Gigi Hadid and many other famous catwalkers.

Dakota's an avid surfer and soccer player, and honestly a younger, cooler version of his pops, Michael. Even less surprising ... Dina is his manager.

Dakota's been warming up for the spotlight since toddlerdom. Check out his role in LiLo's "The Parent Trap." A star was born ...

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HIS SCREEN DEBUT

Stevie Wonder Hell Yeah I Love The Pistons ... I SAW The Bad Boys Play

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THAT'S HOW STEVIE DO

It's not surprising Stevie Wonder is a Pistons fan ... dude is a Motown LEGEND ... but the reason why he likes the team is another head scratcher from the singer.

Ex 'RHOBH' Star Files for Divorce ... Like I Said, He's Not My Type

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Former 'Housewives of Beverly Hills' castmember Marisa Zanuck and her husband Dean are calling it quits after 13 years of marriage.

Marisa filed the divorce docs in L.A. last month, but the writing's been on the wall for at least 3 years or so. Back in season 3 of 'RHOBH' she called Dean "not her type" ... but tried to blow it off, claiming Dean loved her loose lips. Guess not.

Marisa wants she and Dean to have joint legal and physical custody of their two boys, ages 11 and 13.

Dean comes from Hollywood royalty ... his late father was Richard D. Zanuck, the big time producer of "Jaws," "Cocoon," "Driving Miss Daisy" and more.