'Chicken Tenders' Brawl Cops Called To Cruise Cluck-Up ... But No One Got Fried!!!

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The wild Carnival Cruise all-out brawl -- supposedly over chicken tenders -- had a happy ending of sorts ... TMZ has learned that nobody involved was arrested!

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputies were called to the crazy scene Monday after the ship pulled into port on the cruise’s final day.

The deputies conducted an investigation, interviewing Carnival staff ... but, in the end, they determined arrests were not warranted because no one filed a complaint.

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In addition, the investigation revealed the ship's security stepped in, broke up the fight and made sure things didn’t get any crazier.

Conspiracy Podcast Host Faces Murder Charge ... Girlfriend Stabbed To Death

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A conspiracy theory podcast host’s real-life plot just turned darker than any episode -- he’s reportedly been charged for allegedly murdering his own girlfriend.

Tobias Marcus Nuttall -- the Aussie podcaster who dives into "occult, magick, spirituality, and all things clandestine" on-air -- just faced the Perth Magistrates Court, accused of stabbing his 30-year-old girlfriend to death.

According to media reports, Nuttall, 32, stayed silent in court -- only speaking up to confirm his name.

Roger Federer I'm A Billionaire!!!

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Dinner on Roger Federer ... 'cause the 20-time Grand Slam Champion was just declared a billionaire by Forbes!

The publication released the announcement on Friday, saying the 44-year-old retired superstar earned the title thanks to his minority stake in shoe and clothing company, On.

Forbes estimates he now has a net worth of $1.1 billion.

Emmanuel Haro Parents of Missing Boy Arrested For Murder!!!

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The mystery surrounding the disappearance of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro just got a major update ... the California baby's parents, Jake and Rebecca Haro, have been arrested for murder, TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement tells us ... the couple -- who previously claimed their baby had been kidnapped in the parking lot of a Big 5 Sporting Goods store in Yucaipa, California -- are now facing potential charges after being arrested in their home Friday morning.

Law enforcement also tells us ... investigators will continue their search for Emmanuel.

Bill Belichick Jordon Hudson Lends A Hand ... Date Night In Chapel Hill

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Bill Belichick shifted his focus from the Xs and Os to XOXO Thursday night ... enjoying a night out with Jordon Hudson in Chapel Hill ahead of the North Carolina football season.

The Tar Heels head coach and his partner were spotted out at the Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill near campus ... with the 24-year-old rocking an all-white outfit and 73-year-old NFL legend electing for a dress shirt tucked into his jeans.

No word on what they chowed down on ... but the grub must've been good, 'cause Hudson had a to-go box in one hand as she held on to her man with the other.

Lil Nas X Cooling Cowboy Boots in Jail Over the Weekend

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Lil Nas X is still behind bars after his arrest early Thursday morning ... and now we know he's not getting out until at least Monday.

Authorities tell TMZ ... since the "Old Town Road" singer was arrested on suspicion of battery on a police officer, he needs to go before a judge to have his bail set ... and that ain't going to happen until Monday. Seems there are plenty of others in front of him also looking to bail out ... and Nas ain't cuttin' the line.

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We're told this particular charge is an automatic appearance ... and he can't be issued a citation and released, like most misdemeanors ... 'cause "cited out" only applies to nonviolent offenses -- and Nas allegedly charged at police.

Backstreet Boys' Howie Dorough Ditches Sphere For Shave & A Haircut Impromptu Performance in Vegas Bar

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Backstreet Boys fans who couldn't get tickets to the band's residency at the Sphere shouldn't be too bummed ... as BSB member Howie Dorough just gave an impromptu performance while out and about in Las Vegas.

Check it out ... the boy bander hit the stage at Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails at The Cosmopolitan in Sin City Thursday night, where he was celebrating his 52nd birthday with his wife, Leigh Boniello, and friends.

While the singer wasn't slated to perform, given he was the guest of honor, HD surprised fans with a solo performance of Backstreet Boys' hit, "I Want It That Way."

Katy Perry California Gurls Rock Little Bikinis!!!

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Katy Perry is bringing her California beach body to the Florida coast ... rocking an itty-bitty black bikini for a big beach day with friends.

Check it out ... the singer shows some serious skin while taking in the rays at a beach in Miami, Florida -- where she's set to perform on Saturday as part of her "Lifetimes" tour.

It's clear KP is making the most of her day off, soaking up some sun in a teeny black bikini ... which perfectly shows off her toned body. And if these photos are any indication, Katy is seemingly doing better than ever.

Rüfüs Du Sol Alleged Rose Bowl Brawler Arrested!!!

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The man cops say went viral for knocking out a woman during a Rüfüs Du Sol concert is getting the book thrown at him -- he's been arrested on felony charges, TMZ has learned.

Pasadena PD tells TMZ ... Julio Cesar Lopez Zavala was arrested Thursday and booked for felony battery with great bodily injury, felony assault with great bodily injury and misdemeanor battery ... all for the vicious brawl that went down last week at the Rose Bowl concert.

You'll recall, a man -- who cops say is Zavala -- was recorded beating a woman unconscious on August 16 ... as Rüfüs Du Sol had everyone else in the stadium enjoying the beat.

Sophie Turner In the 'Game of Bones' ... I'm a Bottom!!!

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Sophie Turner is shedding light on her preferences in the bedroom ... candidly confessing on whether she identifies as a top or a bottom in bed.

Check it out ... while reading a thirsty tweet from a fan -- who expressed a desire for the "Game of Thrones" actress to "top" her -- Sophie wished she were actually a top. As she put it, being a top would be "a dream come true," but she, disappointedly, revealed she's more of a bottom.

For those unfamiliar with these labels, Sophie is essentially saying she's more submissive receiver than dominant giver ... while gettin' busy.

Tom Brady Happy 18th Birthday, Jack ... Welcome To Adulthood!

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Significant milestone for Tom Brady's family ... Jack, his oldest kid, turns the big 1-8 today -- and the NFL legend celebrated with a heartfelt post on social media, welcoming his boy to adulthood!

Brady shared the Insta post Friday morning, accompanied by a carousel of photos showing Jack through the years, from when he was a young buck until now.

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"From little steps to big dreams, happy birthday Jack," Brady wrote. "You've always shown grace, courage, love and kindness since God blessed us with your arrival. I'm so proud of the man you are!"

Bryan Kohberger's Idaho Murders Gut-Wrenching Body Cam Video Released from Crime Scene

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The shocking aftermath of Bryan Kohberger's slaughter of 4 University of Idaho and its horrible impact can now be seen by the world on newly released police bodycam footage -- and the video is just gut-wrenching.

Check it out ... it opens with one of the roommates in tears as she recalls seeing Kohberger donning a black mask while passing by her -- and even looking at her -- after he fatally stabbed Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle and Ethan Chapin.

The surviving roommate details seeing Kaylee -- moments before she was killed --  sprint downstairs while screaming there was an intruder inside the house. The roommate tells cops she heard the intruder tell Kaylee in a strange tone ... "You’re going to be okay. I’m going to help you."

Giants Rookie TJ Moore Gruesome Injury In Preseason Game ... Carted Off Field

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N.Y. Giants rookie TJ Moore made the play of his short NFL life Thursday night ... only to suffer a devastating leg injury minutes later -- so gruesome, the cornerback had to be carted off the field.

It happened in the fourth quarter of Big Blue's preseason finale against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, when Moore was running down the field on kickoff coverage.

Moore's leg, after he planted it awkwardly, buckled ... bending in a very unnatural way.

Talia Menendez Erik Deserves to be Free ... Where's All the Support Now?!!

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Erik Menendez's daughter Talia Menendez erupted with fury after a California parole board declined to grant him parole ... and she went off on celebrities she accuses of staying silent amid her family's fight for his freedom.

Peep Talia's Instagram Story posts from Thursday night -- she threatens that Hell is "about to break loose" and calls the board "money hungry media feeding pieces of trash" after the decision was released.

She's got several slides of colorful words ... and as mentioned, goes after celebrities she accused of being "way too quiet" over Erik and brother Lyle's journey to their parole board hearings.

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Lil Nas X Daytime Hotel Meltdown!!! New Vid Hours Before Arrest

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Lil Nas X's nearly naked adventure was brewing almost 15 hours before his early morning arrest ... based on a new strange video of him wandering aimlessly around Hollywood!

TMZ Hip Hop obtained this surveillance footage recorded outside the Short Stories Hotel around 1:30 PM Wednesday. Sources at the hotel confirm he was there, although he was not a registered guest.

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Still, the video makes it seem like he was going through something -- you see Montero all by himself strolling off the street, and into the hotel's courtyard area.

NFL's Steve Smith Cracks Money Joke As Lawsuit Lingers ... 'I Can't Afford To Be Helping Anybody!!!'

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Steve Smith is clearly trying his best to remain in good spirits as he faces a lawsuit for allegedly ruining a marriage earlier this year ... appearing to crack a joke about the situation while live on an NFL broadcast Thursday night.

The two-time All-Pro wideout was providing color commentary during the Panthers vs. Steelers game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte ... when one of his boothmates started reading off a promo for Bojangles.

The ad ensured Panthers backers would get a free chicken sandwich if they scanned a QR code on their screens ... and when the convo turned to if Smith would add a few more food items to fans' bags on his dime, he seemed to reference how he's currently battling a civil case in the North Carolina court system.