TMZ Minute

Travis Scott is not dating Jayda Cheaves, with sources telling TMZ the online rumors are completely false and fueled by social media drama. “Apocalypto” actor Rudy Youngblood was arrested in Texas on a felony drug charge and remains in custody facing up to two years in prison. Plus, Jaime King’s second husband, Austin Sosa, has filed for divorce just months after their secret wedding.

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Ryan Reynolds privately compared the Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni dispute to the Johnny Depp–Amber Heard saga. Nicki Minaj satisfied a more than $500,000 civil judgment stemming from an alleged 2019 assault by her husband, Kenneth Petty. Plus, the FBI is investigating the death of Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay.

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Former NFL defensive end Kevin Johnson, who played for the Eagles and Raiders, has died at 55, with tributes pouring in as his family confirmed the news and remembered his later Arena Football League championship run with the Orlando Predators. Blake Lively’s lawyer says her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni is strictly about alleged workplace sexual harassment, stressing the case is about accountability, not celebrity friends like Taylor Swift or leaked texts stealing focus. A federal judge rejected the DOJ’s first attempt to charge Don Lemon over his role in an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church, leaving prosecutors empty-handed for now despite questions about whether he was reporting or participating.

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Barron Trump is being praised for helping stop a violent domestic assault in London after calling emergency services when a female friend FaceTimed him during the attack, a call later played in court. The 2026 Oscar nominations are out with “Sinners” leading with 16 nods, Timothée Chalamet earning another nomination at 30, Conan O’Brien set to host, and Keegan-Michael Key telling TMZ he’s open to reviving “Key & Peele” with Jordan Peele if the timing’s right.

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Timothy Busfield was spotted out for the first time since his release from jail, denying charges of criminal sexual contact and child abuse as his defense claims the allegations were retaliatory. William Shatner clarified his viral cereal-behind-the-wheel photo was staged for a Super Bowl commercial shoot, saying he found the reaction amusing. “Hannah Montana” creator Michael Poryes shut down comparisons to “Lizzie McGuire,” saying the series was independently developed while praising the earlier show’s impact.

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Blake Lively quietly reconnected with Taylor Swift in late 2024 ahead of her Justin Baldoni lawsuit, but Taylor could now be called as a hostile witness if the case goes to trial. Kim Kardashian set aside past drama to praise Taylor Swift’s talent on Khloé’s podcast, years after their infamous “Famous” fallout. 50 Cent says artists should avoid politics and religion altogether, pointing to backlash faced by Kanye West and Nicki Minaj as cautionary tales.

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Newly unsealed texts show Taylor Swift privately backing Blake Lively and criticizing Justin Baldoni during the It Ends With Us dispute, undercutting claims she stayed on the sidelines. Actor Timothy Busfield has been released from jail without bail on child sexual abuse charges tied to two minors, as his defense attacks the prosecution’s evidence while the case moves forward. Plus, Lizzo stole the spotlight at the L.A. premiere of Paris Hilton’s Infinite Icon, debuting her dramatic weight loss in a pink mini dress and hinting a possible pop collaboration.

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Blake Lively alleges Justin Baldoni pressured her into simulating a nearly nude birth scene in It Ends With Us, saying she felt violated and humiliated during hours of filming with minimal covering, while Baldoni continues to deny her claims. Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz have no plans to release their wedding video after an awkward dance between Brooklyn and his mother, Victoria Beckham, left guests uncomfortable and Brooklyn embarrassed. Plus, adult film star and Miami student Abella Danger says she was upset ESPN showed her on the College Football Playoff broadcast.

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Newly unsealed court documents reveal multiple women from It Ends With Us are backing Blake Lively’s claims, alleging Justin Baldoni behaved unprofessionally on set, accusations he has denied. Prosecutors have dropped witness tampering charges against YNW Melly just before trial. Plus, Lamar Odom was arrested after police say he was driving more than 100 miles per hour and showed signs of impairment.

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David Beckham stayed silent on his family rift with son Brooklyn at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Hilary Duff returned to the stage for the first time in 18 years. Plus, the Indiana Hoosiers captured the 2026 College Football Playoff title, finishing a perfect season and securing the school’s first-ever football national championship.

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