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Cassie and Diddy stayed in touch after they broke up, and while she was dating her now-husband Alex Fine ... and she says she had consensual sex with Diddy after the time he raped her.

More exchanges between Cassie and Diddy were just shown in court Friday while Diddy's defense attorney Anna Estevao was finishing up cross-examining the singer.

Cassie testified the last time she had sex with Diddy was September 27, 2018 -- after Cassie alleges Diddy raped her following a breakup dinner -- and the next day she told him she had a great time with him.

Diddy defense attorney Anna Estevao seems like she's trying to imply that Cassie believed his alleged 2018 rape may have been related to bipolar disorder.

The issue was brought up in court Friday when Estevao was asking Cassie about what she told investigators about Diddy allegedly raping her in 2018 after they had a conversation at dinner about breaking up.

Estevao asked Cassie what she told investigators ... and Cassie said Diddy was acting "nice but strangely" at dinner and "wasn't in his right mind" because when she asked him to stop raping her he did not respond.

Donald Trump doesn't care that Bruce Springsteen was "Born in the U.S.A." ... 'cause he's telling the rocker to keep his mouth shut about America while on the road after Springsteen popped off at his England show.

Here's the deal ... on Thursday night, Springsteen took the stage in Manchester, England where he bemoaned the state of the American nation -- claiming the country's in the hands of a "corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration."

Springsteen pushed artists at the show to use their craft and fight back against the injustice they encounter ... while also taking aim at billionaires who he says are taking advantage of working-class people.

If Diddy needs a couple hours to take his mind off his ongoing criminal trial, he will be allowed to watch the Knicks' pivotal playoff game Friday night, TMZ Sports has learned.

A spokesperson for the Federal Bureau of Prisons tells us ... Diddy will have access to a television with basic cable after he heads back to MDC Brooklyn following the conclusion of Friday's court proceedings.

It's, of course, unclear if the 55-year-old will tune in -- he's obviously got a lot bigger things on his mind at the moment -- but he was known to be a Knicks supporter during his time as a free man.

Former NFL linebacker Adarius Taylor was arrested last week after he left his 6-year-old son in his car to meet up with a prostitute, cops said Friday.

Taylor's alleged misconduct happened on May 8 ... after, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office, he responded to a fake internet ad cops had posted that promised escort services for cash.

Police say Taylor took his child to an undisclosed location -- left the kid in the ride, and then made contact with an undercover deputy inside what appeared to be a hotel room.

Judge Greg Mathis -- who is currently visiting prisons across the U.S. to spread the word of redemption to prisoners and the public -- shares his opinion on the Menendez brothers' plan to do the same ... if they get out, that is.

ICYMI, during the brothers' resentencing hearing earlier this week, retired Judge Jonathan Colby took the witness stand remotely to express interest in accompanying the Menendez bros on a tour to speak with judges who don’t believe redemption is possible.

Check the clip -- Mathis jokingly tells us that former Judge Colby stole his idea ... though he says these two weren't on his own list of high-profile felons, he believes their fame would add to public interest.

Donald Trump's making a killer impression among his followers -- even on death row apparently ... 'cause a prominent serial killer used his last words to encourage POTUS.

Glen Rogers was executed in Florida Thursday ... and, after addressing the audience and thanking his wife for visiting him, he addressed the commander-in-chief.

Rogers said, "President Trump, keep making America great. I’m ready to go" ... he was then executed by lethal injection and died within minutes.

Cassie Ventura says she sought treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder after struggling with her mental health ... getting treatment for traumatic memories.

The singer is being cross-examined in court by Diddy's defense team, and she testified Friday she once spent 45 days at Willow House in Arizona in early 2023 ... explaining therapists there helped her recall memories as part of trauma therapy.

Diddy's defense attorney Anna Estevao said the treatment center works with folks who are experiencing sex compulsion and love addiction ... but Cassie says she was NOT treated for those conditions.

"Big Brother" star Memphis Garrett has been arrested for allegedly owing the state of Florida a whole lotta money -- over $50,000 in taxes collected from his businesses.

The Broward Sheriff's Office confirmed to TMZ he was arrested Thursday on a warrant issued by the Department of Revenue ... and we can confirm he's still locked up -- 'cause his $15,000 bond remains unsatisfied.

According to official documents obtained by TMZ ... Memphis -- real name Robert Garrett -- is charged with a second-degree felony for theft of state funds.

Hulk Hogan wants to breathe new life into Hooters ... with his Real American Brands making a bid to buy the iconic restaurant chain's branding, TMZ Sports has learned.

We're told the WWE legend and his company want to acquire the Hooters intellectual property as part of a mission to take over existing brands that represent what America is all about -- "freedom, grit and good times" -- and bring them back to relevance.

"Hooters is more than just wings and nostalgia -- it's part of the American story," the folks at Real American told us. "We see enormous potential to modernize the brand without losing its bold identity. Under our umbrella, Hooters will return to the spotlight as a symbol of unfiltered Americana -- fun, fearless, and proudly American."

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez arrived at the Cannes Film Festival Thursday ... well, actually, a couple knockoffs did -- 'cause their doppelgangers threw off a ton of people at the event.

The popular festival held in the south of France brought out some of the biggest stars in the world ... and, one couple who just looked like them -- 'cause a pair who bear a passing resemblance to Sanchezos strutted down the carpet for the premiere of "Dossier 137."

Ya need to see the pics for yourself ... the woman's wearing a black-and-white designer dress, dark sunglasses, and she let her glossy hair down -- looking a bit like Bezos' future wife.

Cassie Ventura says she doesn't have any hate in her heart for Diddy ... and she actually has love for their past.

The singer is being cross-examined in court Friday, and Diddy defense attorney Anna Estevao straight-up asked Cassie if she hated Diddy now.

Cassie testified, "I don't hate him."

Cassie Ventura is testifying about a now-imprisoned sex worker who claimed, way back in 2018, he was Diddy's sex slave ... and while everyone thought he was crazy back then, he seems vindicated now.

Diddy's attorney Anna Estevao grilled Cassie about male escort Jonathan Oddi, and a 2013 incident where she suspected Oddi had recorded one of their freak-off encounters. In court, Estevao played an audio recording of Cassie threatening a DJ she believed had possession of that video.

She's heard berating him to prove he really had the video -- "If you have it pull it up or I will kill you, and he will kill you again." The "he" appears to be referring to Diddy.

Cassie Ventura just testified on the stand at the Diddy trial that she once stepped out on the rap mogul with an NFL player.

The 38-year-old made the revelation as a Diddy attorney was questioning her about one of the many toxic encounters she had with her former boyfriend during their tumultuous relationship.

Anna Estevao stated to Cassie that back in 2016, Combs took her phone after he suspected she had been unfaithful to him with an NFL athlete. Cassie testified that she recalled the incident -- but did not reveal the man's identity.

Kendall Jenner's offering roasted peaches on her Instagram these days ... 'cause she's laid out in a new photo shoot, sunning her backside as summer rapidly approaches.

The reality star and tequila mogul posted a few pics of her scantily clad self to her Instagram on Thursday as part of a photo shoot for Calzedonia, a popular shapewear and swimwear brand.

Kendall's enjoying a dip in the shallow water ... her cheeks cresting just above the waves.

A New Orleans woman is under investigation after allegedly living with her 600-pound son's mummified remains for months in a house now deemed a health hazard.

Barbara Hainsworth -- reportedly described by the City of New Orleans as a "mentally disabled elderly woman" -- was visited by municipal code enforcement investigators after neighbors made multiple complaints about the condition of the house.

When New Orleans police officers arrived at the house, they found hoarding conditions -- and the man's body. When asked about the dead body, local reports say Hainsworth explained, "That's my son. He died about nine months ago."