Conor McGregor Appeals Assault Verdict In Ireland
Conor McGregor just formally moved to overturn the result of his recent civil assault case in Ireland.
Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ Sports ... McGregor filed an appeal with the courts last Friday in an effort to clear himself following a jury's November ruling that he was liable for assaulting Nikita Ni Lamhain.
The case, as you know, stemmed from allegations Ni Lamhain -- AKA Nikita Hand -- made against the fighter in a lawsuit years ago. Hand claimed McGregor had sex with her against her will at a hotel ... after he picked her up from a 2018 Christmas party.
Hooters Waitress Daddy Would Be Proud!!! Avoids Jail Time for DUI
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Sophia Gabrielle Ross, the Hooters waitress who went viral for shamelessly flirting with a cop during her DUI arrest in Sarasota, Florida, just got a lucky break -- TMZ has learned she's officially dodged jail time.
Her rep tells TMZ she finally faced a judge Thursday -- and luck was on her side, as she escaped the 60-day jail sentence prosecutors were gunning for.
Instead, she’s walking away with a year of probation, random drug tests, and 50 hours of community service. On the bright side, she’s already knocked out her DUI school hours.
'Love Is Blind 8' One Couple Got Married Nearly a Year Ago!!!
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A huge congrats to one "Love Is Blind" Season 8 couple ... because they made it all the way down the aisle and tied the knot!
SPOILERS ahead!
Here comes the big reveal (translation: last chance to look away) ...
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Selena Gomez Snaps Up $35M Beverly Hills Mansion With Benny
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Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are head over heels and living large -- because TMZ has learned they dropped millions on a dreamy Beverly Hills mansion.
Multiple real estate sources tell TMZ ... Selena and Benny went all-in on a Spanish-style pad with 7 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms in December -- for a jaw-dropping $35 million!
The resort-like grounds come with multiple structures, including a library and a grand swirling staircase. Outside there's a glass greenhouse solarium, a fitness center, and a pool.
R. Kelly Attorney Slams 'SNL' ... After Singer Called 'Problematic Guest'
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R. Kelly's attorney is clapping back at 'SNL' after the show took a jab at him during its 50th anniversary special this weekend.
Kelly's lawyer, Jennifer Bonjean, tells TMZ she finds it "Rather arrogant that SNL sees it as their job to decide, belatedly, who should and should not be canceled."
In case you missed it, 'SNL50' made light of its more controversial moments over the years with an "In Memoriam" segment, highlighting its "problematic guests" -- including R. Kelly, Diddy, O.J. Simpson, Jared Fogle and Robert Blake.
LAFC's Olivier Giroud Home Burglarized ... $500K In Jewelry Allegedly Stolen
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Roughly half a million dollars worth of jewelry was allegedly stolen from Olivier Giroud's Los Angeles-area home during a burglary earlier this month, TMZ Sports has learned.
Law enforcement tells us ... the break-in was reported to cops by the soccer star's wife on Feb. 5 -- after she had discovered a smashed window at their property.
We're told Giroud's partner noted several pricey items were taken in the burglary -- including over 10 men's watches. She told officers the value of the missing stuff was close to $500,000.
Alix Earle Back In S.I. Swim!!!
Alix Earle used some tiny bikinis to make a big announcement Monday ... showing off her smokin' hot bod in some barely there bathing suits to reveal she's making a return to Sports Illustrated Swim.
Earle and S.I. Swim officials took to their Instagram pages to let the world know she's coming back to the mag for Round 2 in 2025 ... and based on some of the preview shots they shared, there's certainly going to be a whole lot of people happy she made the decision.
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In their first post breaking the news -- Earle can be seen taking off a robe on a dock in Jamaica to display her fit physique in a teeny two-piece.
Justin Baldoni I'm Practicing Aloha With My Kids
Justin Baldoni is a world away from Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds ... hanging with his kids in Hawaii while his legal foes rubbed elbows with celebs in the Big Apple.
The "It Ends With Us" director is in Maui with his family and he spent part of his weekend grabbing lunch with his children in Paia ... a laid-back, hippie surf town on the island's north side.
Justin looks relaxed here ... casually walking around in flip-flops, shorts, a sleeveless shirt and a backward hat.
Joe Tacopina I'm Confident A$AP Gets Exonerated ... I Win Big Cases Like Rocky's
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Joe Tacopina is ready to flex his legal muscles in court again ... telling us he's feeling good about getting A$AP Rocky off the hook in a criminal assault trial.
The high-powered attorney joined us on "TMZ Live" Monday and we asked him about the Rocky case and some of his legal wins over the years for clients like President Trump and Alex Rodriguez.
Rocky's case is now in the jury's hands after Joe forcefully defended the rapper in court ... telling us it should be easy for a jury to reach a not-guilty verdict, even though it's not guaranteed.
Wendy Williams I'm Not Withdrawing My Bond With My Son!!!
Wendy Williams was all about family bonding, spotted reuniting with her son, Kevin Hunter Jr., in Miami ... despite her belief he’d financially taken advantage of her.
Peep this clip of Wendy living it up after the judge gave her the green light to visit her dad for his birthday weekend ... carving out some time for a cozy brunch with her son at Matilda’s Kitchen -- and if you didn’t know any better, you’d think they were the definition of family goals.
Wendy was all smiles, devouring some delicious bites at the Cuban hotspot, savoring every moment -- while Kevin looked on, clearly loving the sight of his mom enjoying herself.
Floyd Mayweather Drops Millions On Birthday Bashes ... 8 Parties in Miami!!!
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Floyd Mayweather's just days away from his birthday ... and while he hasn't yet completed his 48th trip around the sun, the 50-0 boxing legend's kicking off the celebration a bit early!
TMZ Sports has learned Mayweather, along with ~400 of his closest family and friends, traveled to South Beach for a week of fun ... all to celebrate TBE's 48th birthday, officially on Monday.
We're told Floyd has spent a fortune on the parties ... dropping upwards of $5 million! Mayweather is putting his guests up at several fancy hotels throughout Miami Beach.
Rose Byrne A$AP Rocky's A True Renaissance Man!!!
A$AP Rocky had to miss out on the Berlin Film Festival today due to his ongoing assault trial in L.A. ... but his new film costar Rose Byrne and the director are filling his absence with praise!!!
The rapper stars with Byrne in the upcoming flick “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You” ... and according to Variety, she and director Mary Bronstein had nothing but good things to say about his performance.
Bronstein revealed she wanted "non-traditional actors for the supporting roles," which opened up the space for Rocky to play a motel superintendent.
Mexican Singer Paquita la del Barrio Dead ... Famous for Rebuking Machismo Culture
Famed Mexican singer Paquita la del Barrio has died ... TMZ has learned.
Her death was announced on her official Instagram page Monday. Paquita la del Barrio, which translates to "Paquita from the hood," was long known as a powerful figure against the machismo culture in Latin America.
The Grammy-nominated singer became infamous for songs that stood up to and defied men, such as "Rata de dos patas," which translates to "Walking rat with two feet."
Jay-Z and Beyoncé All Smiles After Legal Win
Jay-Z and Beyoncé look like a weight has been lifted from their shoulders .... because they were all smiles in their first public appearance since his rape accuser dismissed her lawsuit.
The power couple ventured out for dinner Sunday night in Beverly Hills, grinning from ear to ear outside the famous Italian restaurant Cipriani.
It's the first time we've seen HOV and Bey since the unnamed woman accusing him and Diddy of rape filed legal docs in federal court to voluntarily dismiss her lawsuit against the music moguls.
Wendy Williams Lets Her Hair Down In Miami!!!
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Wendy Williams is living her best life out of the assisted living facility -- turning her Miami mall trip into a mane event with a salon stop.
Check out these pics -- Wendy’s fresh new blonde streaks were definitely the highlight of her Sunday as she rocked her new 'do while zipping around Brickell City Centre.
Wendy’s always been the blonde bombshell type ... and it looks like she was feeling like her old self again by swapping out her fluffy bangs for some lighter streaks and a glamorous side-part.