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"Love Island USA" contestant Cashel Barnett got a year behind bars in Utah for getting sexually violent with his ex-girlfriend in front of their kid ... but she says the sentence feels like an "injustice."

The Salt Lake County District Attorney’s Office tells TMZ … Cashel has been sentenced to one year in jail with credit for time served, after pleading guilty to one count of second-degree felony forcible sexual abuse, one count of third-degree felony aggravated assault, and one count of third-degree felony domestic violence in the presence of a child. He began serving his stint in county jail on January 12.

After he completes his time behind bars, we're told Cashel will be put on probation ... and there's a protective order in place that bars him from going near his ex or their child.

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The top brass at "The Bachelorette" didn't see it coming ... but according to one well-placed source, they're guilty of willful blindness.

A source connected to the show with direct knowledge tells TMZ ... the latest crop of producers on the ABC show wanted Taylor Frankie Paul from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" in a bad, bad way. They felt she could bring in a wider audience because her reality show was such a hit, and that's why our source says they "cut corners" in the vetting process.

TMZ broke the story ... Taylor and her baby daddy, Dakota Mortensen, have both been ordered to undergo a psych evaluation after allegations of physical violence.

New details are emerging in Aden Holloway’s arrest -- and they paint a clearer picture of what cops say they found inside his apartment.

Authorities say they uncovered 2.1 pounds of marijuana during a search of the Alabama basketball guard’s residence on Monday morning, according to court documents filed on Tuesday.

Investigators said pot was found all over the apartment -- inside a backpack, a jacket pocket, a suitcase, a TV entertainment stand and a vacuum-sealed bag … along with cash, the prescription sedative Promethazine, a rolling tray and packaging materials.

Mustard is on a roll! The famous DJ and music producer just scored a big win against his ex-wife, Chanel Thierry, in their nasty custody battle ... TMZ has learned.

According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Mustard -- legal name Dijon McFarlane -- will be able to make final educational decisions for their 3 children until August 2026, after he complained in papers that Chanel was making disparaging comments about him online.

In the papers, the judge determined that at least some of Chanel's recent social media posts were in direct violation of a previous order to refrain from speaking in a "negative, disrespectful, or derogatory manner to or about the other parent in a child's presence or within hearing distance of the child." As a result ... Mustard has now been awarded tie-breaking authority over educational decisions concerning their kids -- Kiylan, Kauner and Kody.

TMZ Sports has learned that Dillon Brooks had a run-in with law enforcement not long before his DUI arrest earlier this month -- the Phoenix Suns player was cited for reckless driving and exceeding the speed limit.

According to an incident report, an officer claims he spotted Brooks traveling 85 miles per hour in a 45 zone shortly after midnight on January 12 ... hours after the Suns beat the Washington Wizards. In his report, the officer wrote that he grew "concerned about the extreme risk of a catastrophic collision or the vehicle striking a pedestrian."

"Several businesses in the area were open and operating," the report stated. "A collision at such speeds could have resulted in multiple fatalities or serious physical injuries."

Luck of the Irish catch your tongue!?! Celebs are packin' on the green, and these celebratory St. Patrick's Day shots are quite the scene!

Stars like Lexy Panterra twerked up a certified clover girl hot shot ... and Trisha Paytas shared a scrumptious snap that will for sure make your heart sham-rock!

Check out the gallery ... Let the shenanigans begin!

There will be a public memorial for Eric Dane ... and in large part, it's thanks to the fans.

A source close to Rebecca Gayheart tells TMZ ... the family has been deeply moved by all the condolences and tributes coming in from around the globe ... and a celebration of life is being planned.

We're told the event will be for the fans ... but also to make Dane "smile and feel loved and know that his life was not in vain."

Jesse James appeared to back his wife Bonnie Rotten in a cryptic message Tuesday ... after her arrest, following his accusation she assaulted him.

Accompanying a photo of Bonnie in front of a hot rod, Jesse posted, "The devil doesn't always come with horns -- sometimes it shows up exactly how you like it."

Awww ... How sweet! Her charge was pretty serious, though ... he accused her of striking him -- leaving marks on his face and neck -- and biting his thumb Saturday.

Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz look like they're still going strong ... taking a romantic stroll in New York City as he basks in the success of his new album.

Check out these photos of Harry and Zoe ... they're walking arm in arm down the street, and they look pretty happy ... with both celebs flashing smiles.

Harry's got lots to be happy about ... the "American Girls" singer has another No. 1 album in "Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally." Plus, he's got a smoking hot -- and famous -- woman by his side.

Niecy Nash’s birthday getaway took a wild turn after she got stranded in Mexico last month thanks to drug cartel chaos -- but somehow, she and her crew still made it work ... with a little unexpected help from some swingers!!!

The actress spilled the story on Keke Palmer’s podcast, saying she, wife Jessica Betts, and their family were running low on food while stuck in Puerto Vallarta last month during a surge of violence in the streets ... so, naturally, when they scoped out a nearby W Hotel, they headed there to restock -- but didn't exactly get a warm welcome.

Niecy says staff was giving major attitude ... so they ditched the front entrance and slipped in through the back instead -- and that’s when things got interesting.

Jake Paul is leaning all the way into the sweaty pit stain jokes after his viral appearance with President Donald Trump last week ... rather than hiding from it, the Problem Child is laughing right along with the internet, posting a video mocking the incident!

The 29-year-old star posted a clip to his Instagram from the slopes Tuesday in Courcheval, France ... seemingly rockin' the same suit he wore to the Kentucky rally last week, as "Y.M.C.A." blared in the background.

Of course, your eyes are immediately drawn to the exaggerated stains on his beige suit, just as they were while he was on stage with POTUS.

The family of Eric Dane is bummed he was not among the late Hollywood luminaries honored on Sunday night during the Oscars "In Memoriam" segment ... but they get it.

Here's the deal ... fans were pretty pissed that Eric -- along with James Van Der Beek, among others -- was not part of the remembrance portion of the show. We heard from an Academy source that it was not malice ... there just was not enough airtime to include everyone, but they pointed out all are honored online.

A source close to Rebecca Gayheart tells TMZ ... the family was "saddened" not to see him included in the main broadcast, but they understand ... "It was a year of profound loss for the industry."

Sarah Michelle Gellar was knocked down, but not out, after the 'Buffy' reboot got shelved ... and she was spotted looking amazing on her way to dinner in New York yesterday.

The Emmy-winning actress dressed warmly for the night at popular hotspot The Polo Bar ... seen with security right after revealing why she believes fans won't be getting a 'Buffy' reboot anytime soon.

Earlier in the day, People published an interview where Sarah called out a Hulu executive "who was not only not a fan of the original, but was proud to constantly remind us that he had never seen the entirety of the series and how it wasn't for him."

Jesse Metcalfe says he was fired from "Desperate Housewives" after just one season ... and for one very specific reason.

The "John Tucker Must Die" star was on the "Not Skinny But Not Fat" podcast when he recalled his unceremonious exit from 'DH' back in the day.

'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' star Jessi Ngatikaura is weighing in on the ongoing drama surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul ... shutting down one floating theory about tension on set.

As you know ... production for the reality show has been shut down after an alleged domestic violence incident involving Taylor and her baby daddy, Dakota Mortensen -- both have been ordered to undergo psychological evaluations.

The situation has social media buzzing ... with fans and commentators floating their own theories about what’s really going on behind the scenes.