Cardi B Death Threats Be Damned She's Getting That All-Star Money!

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Cardi B isn't letting death threats from the Crips block her from a 6-figure payday over NBA All-Star Weekend -- it's all part of street life, as far as she's concerned.

Sources close to Cardi tell TMZ ... she's sticking to her 3 scheduled appearances next week in L.A. -- including one with her fiance, Offset, and his Migos mates -- and she has no fear of gang retaliation.

As we reported, the nightclubs hosting her events are beefing up, but Cardi's viewing everything as business as usual. We're told she's reminding everyone on her team -- from record company execs on down -- she's from the streets, so nobody's stopping her bankroll.

Our source says Cardi had no idea her use of the word "Flue" on IG would upset so many people, and that's why she deleted it, but that's the ONLY thing she's changing. After all, we're told there's around $250k on the table for the weekend.

In case you forgot, she makes money moves.

Donald Trump Lashes Out at #MeToo Movement ... People Deserve Due Process

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Donald Trump just went on the attack against the #MeToo movement, complaining mere allegations are ruining lives without due process.

Trump just tweeted, "Peoples lives are being shattered and destroyed by a mere allegation. Some are true and some are false. Some are old and some are new. There is no recovery for someone falsely accused - life and career are gone. Is there no such thing any longer as Due Process?"

Rob Porter, who served as a key aide to the President until he resigned this week after allegations surfaced that he abused his 2 ex-wives, seemed to be the catalyst for Trump's tirade. Trump wished Porter well Friday, essentially saying there was a rush to judgment in believing his accusers.

A second member of Trump's team, speechwriter David Sorenson, resigned Friday after domestic abuse allegations as well.

Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin We're 2 Tough Cookies!!!

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You gotta love supermodels eating in public.

Kendall Jenner fed BFF Hailey Baldwin cookies during a grocery store outing Friday in Brooklyn, New York.

The women took a break from New York Fashion Week and hit up City Acres Market, which sells high end, super expensive stuff. It's kind of like a Whole Foods for supermodels.

Kendall and Hailey headlined Adidas's Original Fall/Winter Collection on Thursday. Both women are ambassadors for the brand.

As for what's in the shopping cart, we see flour, Essentia Alkaline Water, organic milk, cream cheese, chips and blueberries.

Kendall is now the last one standing after a baby rush in the Kardashian fam. Khloe's 29 weeks and counting.

We're guessing they paid for the cookies. Be real ... they probably just split one.

Tom Cruise How's It Hangin'?!?!

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Tom Cruise was hanging around the set of "Mission Impossible 6" Saturday in London.

Tom was suspended in the air, near St. Paul's Cathedral, which stands 365 feet high. It use to be the tallest building in London until 1967.

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Tom's had lots of problems doing his own stunts for the flick. Back in August he broke his ankle after making a jump, falling short and hitting the side of a building.

He's smiling in the photo, but based on other video that's been shot since the accident, it's pretty clear the 55-year-old actor is not fully recovered.

Cruise has insisted on performing many of the stunts in the "M.I." franchise himself, believing it makes the movie more dramatic and authentic.

We're guessing these days ... producers have been holding their breath a lot.

David Arquette Quit Football, Gronk I'll Make You a Star!!!

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David Arquette wants to produce a movie with Rob Gronkowski in the worst way.

We got David Friday night in WeHo outside Delilah, and asked about rumors Gronk will hang up his Patriots jersey for a Hollywood acting career.

David says screw Julliard ... acting's about being real, and it don't get more real than Gronk.

Gronk has already tested his acting chops in a movie and has done several commercials, including one for the Madden NFL 17 video game.

Gotta say ... maybe a semester at Julliard wouldn't hurt.

What's The Big Frigin' Difference?!

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Don't let these almost identical images of USA skier David Wise tread on you ... put your best foot forward and see if you can pick out the differences between these two super similar shots.

**HINT -- There are THREE differences in the above photographs!**

Sheila E. Stop Doggin' Timberlake Hologram Wasn't His Idea

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Justin Timberlake wasn't the guy gunning for a Prince hologram during his recent Super Bowl halftime show ... it was a bigger name attached to the show, according to Sheila E.

We got Sheila E. at LAX Friday where she told us people need to stop tearing JT apart for his halftime show's Prince tribute since a bigger company was behind the idea. She wouldn't name names, but it's not hard to figure out who she's talking about -- either the NFL or Pepsi, which sponsored the show.

As for whether JT's show went too far settling with a projection of Prince versus a hologram ... watch the video!

Stars and Scars You Be the Judge

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Kylie Jenner went out on a limb with her baby's name, and Quincy Jones made a big splash when he said Richard Pryor banged Brando. So, we gotta ask ...

'Duck Dynasty' Star Trump's Sons are Good Hunters ... For City Boys!!!

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"Duck Dynasty" star Willie Robertson's been hunting with Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and says they're pretty good at it ... considering where they're from.

We got Willie at LAX Friday and asked him for a review of the President's sons' shotgun skills ... and he gives the city boys a passing grade. He also tells us why hunting's the ultimate way to provide food for your family.

Speaking of food -- turns out the Duck Commander CEO enjoys eating deer even more than duck, but there's one animal that's surprisingly delicious ... especially with gravy.

Duly noted, Willie.

James Franco Serious and Silent ... At LAX

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James Franco went into LAX head down Friday, in no mood to talk to photogs or fans.

James and girlfriend Isabel Pakzad looked super serious as they entered the terminal. James clutched his guitar case as they walked to security.

As you know, Franco was snubbed by the Academy ... pretty clearly a response to sexual harassment allegations. He snagged a Best Actor Golden Globe, but on the heels of that win several women came out with stories that seemed to torpedo his chances during awards season.

Unclear where he and his girlfriend went, but it's a safe bet he won't be coming back to L.A. for the Oscars in a few weeks.

'Dumb and Dumber' Mini Bike for Sale But, No Trading a Van for It Straight-Up

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The mini bike from "Dumb and Dumber" -- which Lloyd and Harry rode all the way to Aspen -- is in good running order and looking for a new owner ... but ya can't just trade your Shaggin' Wagon for it.

This "hog" is one of 2 used in the classic 1994 comedy, and we're told it was featured in all the close-up riding scenes with Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels. It was gifted to Gordie Merrick, the movie's transportation coordinator, who had it for about 20 years before the current owner acquired it.

The other bike was gifted to Planet Hollywood.

The Houston man who owns this mini bike says he spent over a year fixing it up and restoring it to the original condition, and now it's good to go. We're told he's selling it on eBay with the opening bid starting at $8,500, to make some extra dough because his kid is going off to college.

As an added bonus, the buyer of the bike also gets the helmet, bag and briefcase thrown in ... although those aren't film originals. It also includes a signed and notarized letter of authenticity.

The mini bike's up for grabs until February 18, and animals lovers will be happy to know -- 10 percent of the proceeds will go to the Best Friends Animal Society.

Floyd Mayweather Bugatti Oil Changes? $25,000-A-POP!

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Owning exotic cars ain't cheap -- just ask Floyd Mayweather who spends more on an OIL CHANGE than some people make in a year!!!!

TMZ Sports spoke with Floyd's longtime car guy Obi Okeke -- aka Doctor Bugatti -- who was on his way over to oversee maintenance on one of the boxer's "triple red" 2012 Bugatti Grand Sport Convertible.

Okeke has previously told us the car is worth around $3.3 MILLION.

So, how much does an oil change and a tire replacement run on one of these supercars? Obe breaks it down ... and it's gonna make all of us feel really, super poor.

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There's more ... Obi also tells us what Floyd looks for in a super car and if he's in the market to buy right now.

Spoiler Alert: When you've made more than $300 MILLION in one day, you're always in the market to buy.

Winter Olympics Athletes 'Memba Them?

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Strap on your skates and get ready to glide down memory lane as you scroll through this gallery of memorable winter Olympic athletes ... see what these famous faces looked like back in the day and what they look like now.

TMZ Live: Omarosa Blabs About Trump On 'Celebrity Big Brother'

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Jaleel White Bikes Jacked in Broad Daylight Did YOU Do That???

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Someone's messing with Jaleel White's prized possessions -- 2 top dollar electric bikes were burglarized from his home ... and you better believe Urkel's pissed.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Jaleel discovered one of his garage doors was left unlocked Thursday afternoon, and a thief had made off with his Stromer electric mountain bikes.

Jaleel tells us one of his alert neighbors -- who was aware of the burglary -- saw a guy riding around on the bike not too far from Jaleel's home. The neighbor snapped this pic, and Jaleel tells us he's given it to cops. We're told they're now investigating.

This much we know ... whoever jacked Jaleel's rides must not know what he does to thieves who mess with him.

'House of Cards' Star Reg E. Cathey Dead at 59

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Reginald E. Cathey, who had huge roles in "House of Cards" and "The Wire," has died ... TMZ has learned.

The beloved actor passed away at his home in New York, surrounded by friends and family. We're told he'd been battling lung cancer.

Reg played Freddy, owner of Francis Underwood's fave BBQ joint on "House of Cards." The role earned him the Emmy for Outstanding Guest in 2015.

He also famously played the mayor's aide, Norman Wilson, on several seasons of "The Wire."

He was a hard working character actor in Hollywood for more than 30 years with dozens of roles on TV and in movies ... including "Oz," 'Law & Order: SVU,' 'Fantastic Four,' "The Mask" and "S.W.A.T."

Reg was extremely close to 'Wire' creator David Simon -- he's the only actor Simon hired to work on all of his TV shows. He posted memories of his friend.

Reg was 59.