Miguel This ABBA Reunion Got Me Like ...

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GREATNESS RETURNS

Miguel would have the time of his life ... if he can just sit in on ABBA's writing sesh as the legendary band gears up for a virtual reunion tour.

We got the singer Sunday at Reagan National Airport and talked to him about the founding members of the Swedish pop group -- Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad -- reuniting and recording for the first time in 35 years.

Miguel superfan'd out, and you gotta see how he responded when we asked if he'd like to collaborate with the group.

ABBA holograms will perform 1 of their 2 new songs for a TV special later this year before kicking off their tour -- which will also include virtual reality of the members. We're guessing, based on his reaction, Miguel will be snatching up a ticket to one of the shows.

Cue up "Dancing Queen"!

Kanye West Freedom of Thought is Not Dead ... And I'm Making Sure of It

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Kanye West is doubling down with what he hopes will become a movement ... to allow people to recapture freedom of thought.

Kanye spent time Sunday with Candace Owens -- the woman who said African Americans "are focused on their past and shouting about slavery" while others are "focused on the future."

Yeezy loved the fact Owens spoke her mind and took the heat ... for him, it's all about the ability to exercise free thought. He believes social media and traditional media has created such intolerance -- with a shoot to kill mentality for anyone who "goes against the grain" -- that people are deathly afraid to speak their mind.

It's all part of a campaign to shake America -- which is why he says he wore the "Make America Great Again" hat last week. He says he admires Trump because he's not afraid to speak his mind, and he thinks that's a virtue that has become almost extinct.

Bill Cosby Juror Comedian's Own Words Sunk Him

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Bill Cosby fell on his sword the moment he opened his mouth and long before his sexual assault trial started ... so says one of the jurors.

Harrison Snyder appeared on 'GMA' Monday and said the unimpeachable evidence that led to the comedian being found guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of drugging and molesting Andrea Constand in 2004 -- Cosby fessing up.

Snyder admitted he knew ZILCH about the mounting allegations against the comedian heading into the trial and didn't think it was "an open-and-shut" case. But, what sealed the disgraced comedian's fate was his own deposition.

As we reported ... Cosby was found guilty on all 3 counts of aggravated indecent assault and faces a maximum of 10 years in prison for each charge.

James Shaw Jr. Waffle House Hero Honored At NHL Playoff Game

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Waffle House hero James Shaw Jr. -- the man who wrestled an AR-15 out of the hands of a shooter -- got one helluva hero's welcome at the Nashville Predators game Sunday ... and it was awesome!

The NHL team invited Shaw and his family as VIP guests to the playoff game vs. the Winnipeg Jets to thank him for the bravery he showed during the April 22 attack at a Nashville-area Waffle House.

Before the game, Shaw (wearing a shirt that said, "Spread Love") met with Preds coach, Peter Laviolette -- who presented Shaw with his own personalized jersey.

During the game, Shaw was featured on the big stadium screen at Bridgestone Arena and the crowd went WILD!!

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STANDING OVATION

As for the game, it was a fight -- but the Predators managed to pull off a 5-4 victory in double overtime.

By the way, Shaw's injuries seem to be doing a lot better. He's no longer wearing the wraps around his hands -- which he had burned by grabbing the piping hot barrel of the gun, after it had fired several rounds, and ripping it away from the shooter.

#Hero.

Bella Hadid & Hailey Baldwin Butt Buddies ... On Land And Water

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Bella Hadid and Hailey Baldwin went sun's out, bums out while cruising around Miami on a luxury boat -- and got SUPER close once they got back on land.

Both ladies spent Sunday on "The Groot", the boat that belongs to nightclub owner David Grutman. Bella, Hailey and friends were hanging with Grutman and his wife ... when Bella decided to get real cheeky. She was definitely playing it up for the cameras, and showing everyone her weekend workouts are paying off.

After docking, they kept up the touchy-feely fun, as Hailey worked her lap dance skills for Bella. Check out the pics. You'll be a big fan ... of friendship.

Donald Trump Fires Another Shot at Kaepernick

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TAKE A STAND

Donald Trump says Colin Kaepernick would have been A LOT better off if he would have just "honored" the American flag and stood for the national anthem.

Trump didn't mention Kaep by name during his rally in Michigan on Friday -- but it's obvious he was talking about the QB, who remains unemployed.

"We defend our flag and we honor our flag," Trump said ... "and if others honored our flag, they'd be a lot better off wouldn't they?"

The crowd roared and Trump continued ... "We put our hands on our hearts for the pledge of allegiance and we stand for the national anthem."

Again, the crowd went wild.

Seems Trump is referring to Kaep's recent back and forth with the Seattle Seahawks -- which canceled a workout with the QB because he refused to stipulate he would NOT take a knee during the 2018 season.

Amber Rose Black Woman Started #MeToo But, the Movement's Getting Real White

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DON'T LEAVE US OUT!

Amber Rose IS taking a shot at the #MeToo movement, BUT she wants to make her feelings clear -- she's not against it ... she just thinks it ain't doing a damn thing for women of color.

Amber and friends were leaving Argyle Sunday night when we asked why she'd been so critical of #MeToo recently. Amber thinks someone got it twisted, and tells us she merely wants everyone to remember Tarana Burke ... the black woman who turned the hashtag into a full-blown movement.

She relents "rich white women" deserve justice, too, but adds ... "Just don't leave us out."

We know, some of you might be wondering -- and Amber says she is black, Portuguese, Irish and Italian. Also worth noting ... Amber's been fighting for women, especially strippers, with her annual Slut Walk.

So, yes ... she walks the walk.

Bill Cosby Could Get Special Treatment in Prison ... For Good Reason

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Bill Cosby's not going to get treated like any other prisoner if he ends up getting locked up for his sexual assault conviction ... but it's mostly because of his health and security.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the Pennsylvania Dept. of Corrections provides a wide range of services for inmates with special needs, including those who are in wheelchairs or blind -- like Cosby.

We're told some assistance Cosby could receive includes a fellow inmate escorting him around the prison for his daily routine, or -- if his health is bad enough -- he could be assigned to a special needs cell ... where daily essentials are brought to him.

Our sources say, due to his age and the fact he would be a prison first-timer, Cosby might also get aid from one or more of the DOC's 500 trained peer support specialists ... who serve as guides during the tough acclimation to prison life.

We're also told, if he ends up in prison custody, officials will evaluate Cosby's needs ... including whether or not his celeb status warrants additional security measures.

As we reported ... Cosby was found guilty of 3 counts of aggravated indecent assault and is looking at a max of 10 years for each charge.

Logic Goes Big On Bachelor Crib ... $3.57 Million Big Ones!

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Logic might be a single man now, which may explain why he went big on a bachelor pad.

The rapper just picked up a $3.57 million sprawling 6 bedroom, 6 bath home in Hidden Hills, right next to Calabasas in the San Fernando Valley ... TMZ has learned.

We're told he bought the pad after filing for divorce earlier this year. Logic and his ex previously lived in a $1.9 million home in nearby Tarzana.

Logic's new pad is 7,075 square feet and has a killer backyard with a pool, hot tub, huge patio, as well as a view of the neighboring mountains. There's also a newly renovated kitchen.

The home was originally listed for $3.779 million, but Logic got the price down to $3.57 million, which doesn't happen often in L.A.

Dave Chappelle Floyd Had Greatest Run In Boxing History!

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CAN'T TOUCH THE GOAT

Ali, Marciano, Tyson ... when it comes to great runs in boxing, Floyd Mayweather beat 'em all -- so says Dave Chappelle.

FYI, Dave is a HUGE boxing fan -- and has attended a bunch of Floyd's fights in person.

So, when we saw the comedy legend out in L.A., we had to ask about Mayweather -- and if he supports Floyd possibly jumping into the Octagon.

"I think Floyd had a great record and the greatest run in the history of boxing," Chappelle said ... "I don't know, whatever makes him happy, but I think he did his thing."

Floyd's run was legendary ... he was a champ in 5 different weight classes and made more money than any other athlete on the face of the planet.

Also, his fights have generated more money in PPV sales than any other fighter in history.

Pretty solid resume ...

Derek Fisher & Gloria Govan It's Time to Plan for Family Expansion

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Derek Fisher and Gloria Govan aren't just tying the knot, they're blending 2 families together ... which means adjustments need to be made to their house.

The couple has already laid out plans to make more room for their soon-to-be blended fam ... according to L.A. City docs. The 2 got a permit in January for Derek's Tarzana pad to remodel 2 bedrooms, and build an additional bathroom on the second floor.

Fisher's home is already 5,110 sq. ft with 5 beds and 5 baths, but when you take into account he's got 4 kids and Govan has 2 ... the more space (and bathrooms) the merrier.

Estimated cost -- $10k.

We broke the story ... Derek popped the question to Gloria earlier this month surrounded by their kids. Obviously, she said yes. Her ex and father of her sons, Matt Barnes, even weighed in on the engagement ... saying he was happy for everyone.

Billy Bush H.W.'s Going for the Smucker's 100 Club ... Put Away the Harps!

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HE'S A RESILIANT MAN

Billy Bush says George H.W. Bush probably isn't going anywhere anytime soon -- 'cause he's been to the hospital bed and back before ... plus, he's got jelly jars to mug for.

We got Billy hanging with his kids Sunday at Pacific Park in Santa Monica, where we asked how his uncle was doing after being hospitalized just a day after Barbara Bush's funeral.

He says the POTUS 41 is "solid" -- noting he was hospitalized 5 years ago, and came back from that just fine. Billy also makes a prediction about H.W.'s short-term and long-term life goals -- namely, a potential plan to be the (literal) face of Smucker's. Give it 7 years.

Speaking of his late aunt ... Billy's got a hilarious story about Barbara, too. Just listen.

Luann de Lesseps Arrest Video Released ... Makes Death Threat to Cop

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Luann de Lesseps appeared heavily intoxicated while being put into the back of a police cruiser last year, and even threatened to kill a cop ... according to video showing her arrest.

Footage from inside the squad car Luann was thrown into following her Christmas Eve arrest in Palm Beach has been released ... and you see her tell an officer that she'd kill him if he continued touching her. It appears the cop was loosening her cuffs before buckling her in.

The action begins around the 2 minute mark -- Luann repeatedly says she did nothing wrong, and at one point the officer tells her he's going to hog-tie her if she doesn't stop resisting. Her friends are heard telling her to relax.

As we reported ... Luann was officially charged with a felony count of resisting an officer with violence during her alleged drunken rampage. She's also still facing 2 misdemeanors -- trespassing and disorderly intoxication -- after turning down a plea deal.

She's since apologized for the incident, and checked into rehab as well. However, she also pleaded not guilty ... and appears ready to fight the charges. Not sure this clip will help.

Tiffany Haddish Accepts TMZ Photog's Rose After LAX Luggage Mishap

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Tiffany Haddish forgives TMZ ... we think.

Our photog caught Tiffany and her crew Sunday coming out of LAX, where he tried apologizing with a rose for not helping them load their luggage last weekend.

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HELP ME WITH MY BAGS, BITCH

As you'll recall ... Tiffany railed on TMZ because our guy didn't offer a helping hand ... and Tiffany took that as a slight and lack of chivalry.

Now, it all seems to be water under a bridge. While there might've been confusion as to what exactly happened -- Tiffany ultimately accepted our cameraman's gesture.

She went on to post her own view of the interaction, and a caption that we'd like to think is a message of love. Happy to talk (and help) anytime, Tiff!

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Bella Hadid & Hailey Baldwin Boxing Babes

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Bella Hadid and Hailey Baldwin got to thinking outside the box for their Sunday exercise -- and decided to throw on the old gloves for a kick-ass workout.

The two models were spotted throwing punches Sunday at David Grutman's house in Miami Beach -- not at each other, but at a trainer who was with them. It was quite the scene -- a couple of hotties working up a sweat, surrounded by some lovely garden scenery. The girls have been living it up in Miami, going to Planta restaurant the night before in South Beach and also Story Nightclub.

The two runway pals recently hung out for Gigi Hadid's golden birthday party last week -- when she turned 23 on the 23rd of April. They were turning heads there, too. Sunday's demonstration proved to be no different.

Count us in for 12 rounds of this.