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O.J. Simpson could be released from prison as early as October, and the buzz in the reality TV industry is that some producers are getting ready to scramble to sign him.

We've contacted a number of reality TV production companies, TV agents and platforms where such a show could run, and the reactions range from recoiling in disgust to pouncing on the opportunity.

None of the people to whom we spoke wanted to be quoted by name, but they all say the most likely formats are documentary or interview show.

Simpson actually co-wrote a book and then in 2006 shot a TV special, 'If I Did It.' O.J.'s co-author has said O.J. confessed to the double murder in the book and we know he read that passage for the TV special. There was a public outcry and Fox killed the show and our sources say it will never air.

The producers and agents with whom we spoke say they're certain someone will try to recreate the TV special that was never broadcast for several reasons ... years have passed, O.J. has done time for unrelated crimes, and 'People vs. O.J. Simpson' was a big hit.

Here's the problem. Almost to a person, producers and agents said broadcast and cable networks would never air a show featuring O.J. They say the public wouldn't tolerate it and no one would advertise on it.

That said, producers say there would be a home on Pay-Per-View because, as one person put it, "people could pay without being judged."

As for O.J. making money off a show ... he's still on the hook for a $33 million wrongful death judgment, and any money he makes could be attached to satisfy the judgment.

For rappers Famous Dex and Rich the Kid money, jewelry and six-figure cars are just very expensive playthings.

The duo put on a show -- and not a concert -- outside Mastro's Steakhouse in Bev Hills when they littered the sidewalk with hundred dollar bills, and flashed their diamond chains and watches. But you really gotta see what happened when the valet pulled their Maybach in front of the restaurant.

Funniest moment: our photog asking if the 20-somethings take out insurance on their gear. Apparently they haven't gotten the Hollywood memo about showing off your jewels.

Famed Michael Jackson impersonator Navi did what he does best Thursday, transforming into the King of Pop for an upcoming flick.

Navi was out and about in L.A., shooting several scenes for Lifetime's 'Searching for Neverland.'

The scene below mimics a famous real-life encounter MJ had as he breezed through a Vegas mall.

Robert James Waller, best known for penning the romantic novel "The Bridges of Madison County," has died.

Waller passed away in Texas either Thursday or Friday, according to his literary agency after battling some sort of illness.

Waller wrote several books but "Bridges of Madison County" was his most popular, spending over 3 years on the New York Times bestseller list. Rumor has it he wrote the book -- about a National Geographic photographer who falls in love with a married Italian woman while on assignment in Iowa -- in only 11 days.

The novel was later turned into a Clint Eastwood-directed film starring Meryl Streep that grossed millions and earned Meryl her 10th Oscar nom.

Some of other Waller's notable works include "Puerto Vallarta Squeeze", 'A Thousand Country Roads' and "Slow Waltz in Cedar Bend."

Notorious B.I.G. was reppin' for Brooklyn again Thursday -- but this time in Congress!

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries had the floor on the 20th anniversary of Biggie's death, and the distinguished gentleman from Brooklyn didn't disappoint. Guess healthcare reform can wait.

Jennifer Garner was out and about Thursday, without Ben and without a wedding ring, and it confirms what we've been told all week ... the divorce has NOT been called off, contrary to some reports.

Jen was out shopping in Brentwood with one of her kids. Sources with direct knowledge of the divorce say it is "very much on."

Ben's been MIA since the Oscars. He and Jen get along and are committed to strong co-parenting, but we're told there's no talk of reconciliation and the divorce is moving along.

President Trump's promised wall at the Mexican border will offer catering services to detainees ... seriously.

The Dept. of Homeland Security has filed legal docs soliciting bids from food service companies to provide meals at the Customs and Border Patrol area of Brownsville, TX.

According to the docs, the company will provide up to 600 meals daily for detainees. The vendor must serve "nutritionally balanced" breakfasts, lunches and dinners ... and there are Mexican options.

BREAKFAST

Potato and egg in a flour tortilla
Ham and egg in a flour tortilla
Bean and cheese taco option

LUNCH AND DINNER

Burgers
Turkey sandwiches
Chicken fajita

The docs state all veggies, fruits and beans must be thoroughly cleaned ... and all of the workers must be screened and pass security background checks.

Claudia Jordan wants Planned Parenthood to remain alive and strong, in case Casey Anthony makes good on her veiled wish to have more kids.

Claudia was leaving Catch in WeHo Thursday when she reacted quickly to Anthony's cringeworthy AP interview this week, in which she said she sleeps "pretty good."

Shia LaBeouf keeps getting trolled by Trump fans ... even when he tries keeping the protest covert.

Shia -- whose "He Will Not Divide Us" stream in Albuquerque, NM was taken down after shots were fired a block away from the protest -- moved his demonstration to a mystery location.

Problem is ... Trump fans thwarted Shia's plan after somehow pinpointing the location -- we still don't know where -- and replaced the flag with a Trump shirt and hat.

Trolls 2, Shia 0.

Evan Spiegel was doing some banking Thursday ... as one would expect when you've just pocketed a cool $800 mil bonus.

The Snap brainchild was at a Wells Fargo in Bev Hills looking stoic, but inside he's gotta be celebrating this week's super impressive IPO.

A live war broke out between beloved R&B group Jagged Edge and NFL star Nick Fairley -- when the Saints star hijacked their concert ... and the singers told him to get his "big ass" off the stage.

Blac Chyna's out to prove Barbie dolls are out ... and Chyna dolls are the figurines of the future.

The folks at My3DNA tell us ... Chyna had a shoot Wednesday to model several different looks for her dolls. Here's how it works -- they CGI scan her face and body and use 3D printing technology to make mini replicas.

We're told Chyna began working on a collab in August, and now she's gearing up to release her line of dolls in May. There'll be 6-8 different versions in multiple sizes ... starting at around $75 a pop.

My3DNA has produced figurines for other celebs like Drake, Steve Aoki, Dan Bilzerian and the cast of "Black-ish" in the past.

Silento caught a big break in Dubai by evading arrest ... because he's too young.

We got the "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)" rapper who had just flown to L.A. from Dubai, where he was detained for allegedly pocketing $80k from a concert promoter and then bailed on 2 gigs.

Authorities wanted to seize his passport and arrest him, but he says because he's 19 that's considered underage, so they handled it differently. It went through the courts, and it looks like Silento had to ante up what sounds like the full $80k before being allowed to leave.

Emily Ratajkowski took advantage of a nice warm day in SoCal to drink beers on the beach with her boyfriend ... and have him snaps pics of her.

Emily and musician Jeff Magid chilled on the Malibu sand and brought their fun-in-the-sun hats -- it looks like she got a much better tan, though.