Category: Breaking News

‘RHONY’ alum Jill Zarin is wasting no time ripping up her new $3.5 million home … a lot of money for a fixer-upper, because she’s spending millions renovating it.

She scooped up the Boca Raton mansion in July after selling the home she lived in just a few miles away. Jill’s new 6,000 square foot home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and 26-foot ceilings throughout — 26-foot ceilings … insane!

Jill’s had a crew of construction workers changing the home from its original Mediterranean look to something more transitional.

She gutted the house and is adding a new chef’s kitchen … with a 5-foot galley workstation. There’s a brand new annex bar, marble Napoleon fireplace and even custom tennis-themed bathrooms with racquet-patterned wallpaper.

Jill’s also ripping out all the marble floors and installing new windows, among many other things. She’s doing an exterior makeover as well, including landscaping which will include the now-obligatory pickleball court.

As for the backyard, it’ll get an outdoor kitchen and a new, massive pool.

Jeanie Buss just added another ring to her collection — the Los Angeles Lakers owner is engaged to Jay Mohr!!

TMZ Sports has confirmed … the couple of several years recently took their relationship to the next level after the comedian got on one knee and proposed.

We’re told Buss and Mohr — who bonded over sports and comedy — are ecstatic about how their love has developed over time … and they’re excited to spend the rest of their lives together.

The clues were there — Jeanie has been spotted wearing a ring on that finger recently … and sources close to the couple confirmed they are, in fact, engaged.

Jeanie and Jay started “quietly” dating back in 2017 … and the two frequently attended Laker games together.

Jeanie has been head over heels for Jay … and on her birthday last year, shared just how special he makes her feel in a mushy social media post.

“Happiness. Love. Joy,” Buss said in September 2021. “That’s what you have given me on my birthday and every day in between.”

Buss was previously engaged to coaching legend Phil Jackson … but they announced their split in December 2016.

Mohr — the former “Last Comic Standing” host and sports media personality — was married to Nikki Cox for 10 years before filing for divorce in 2016.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle look like they teamed up with Kay Jewelers to shoot a commercial … at least at first glance, but the actors are just dead ringers for the Sussexes.

The TV advertisement has been causing a stir online, with lots of folks saying they thought the man and woman hawking a necklace in the commercial were actually Harry and Meghan … but it’s not them.

The Duke and Duchess doppelgängers nuzzle up against each other before the man places a diamond necklace around her neck and then they share a kiss … that’s Kay’s thing, of course.

But, the camera angles, editing and lighting certainly try to make the actors look like the real deal.

Kudos to the production crew, because it’s no wonder so many people are doing double takes — and the timing of Kay’s move is no coincidence.

As you know, there’s a new six-hour “Harry & Meghan” Netflix docuseries that’s super popular right now … plus, Harry’s memoir drops next month.

Sonya Eddy, known for her work on “General Hospital,” has died … according to her close friend Octavia Spencer.

Octavia shared the sad news on social media Tuesday … telling the world her friend passed away the night before. She says, “The world lost another creative angel” … noting her “legions” of fans will truly miss her. The cause of her death is unclear.

Sonya was truly a staple of “General Hospital” starting in 2006, appearing in 543 episodes of the long-running soap opera. Fans remember her playing Epiphany Johnson, a no-nonsense head nurse that was the mother of the late Stan Johnson, who got wrapped up in the mob.

Apart from the soap, Sonya’s been working in the industry for decades — starting in 1995 on “The Drew Carey Show,” and going on to appear in projects like “Seinfeld,” “Patch Adams,” “Reba,” “Monk,” “Joan of Arcadia,” “CSI,” “Glee,” “Castle,” and “Fresh Off The Boat.”

She was 55.

Sharon Osbourne looks like she’s feeling a lot better after suffering a terrifying medical emergency while shooting a TV show … because she went on a shopping trip.

Sharon was feeling well enough Monday to hit up the James Perse store in Beverly Hills.

As you can see, Sharon was walking around the store looking at different clothes … carrying a purse and a bottle of Fiji water … all good signs in her first public sighting following her health scare.

TMZ broke the story … Sharon fell ill Friday while filming a show at the Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula, CA … with EMS transporting Sharon to a hospital.

Jack Osbourne told us his mom got the all-clear Saturday and was released from the hospital and went home.

Sharon shared a picture of her Christmas tree and super cute pup Monday on her social media, thanking her fans for their well wishes … and now it’s good to see her out of the house.

Mama June‘s ex-BF Geno Doak has relapsed, TMZ has learned … this after spending 9 months trying to get better in rehab.

Geno tells TMZ … he left his South Carolina rehab facility after hitting 9 months clean back in June. He says he left in good standing with a certificate of completion — but regretfully relapsed on alcohol last week.

As for why, Geno says the addict in him told him a drink wouldn’t hurt, adding he convinced himself he was doing good — the fact it was alcohol and not drugs seemed innocent enough to him.

He tells us he hasn’t had another drink since last week’s incident, and doesn’t plan on having one — but adds he isn’t going back to rehab. Instead, Geno says he’s going to continue to apply what he learned and continue to attend AA meetings.

As we reported, Geno told us he tried to kill himself last year by chasing 90 blood pressure pills with a liter of Jägermeister … and says after telling June about the OD, she referred him to the SC rehab center.

He has an active arrest warrant from 2021, after failing to show up to his community corrections program — part of his sentence in a 2019 crack cocaine case. Macon County Sheriff André Brunson told us while Geno was in rehab, they weren’t going to pull him from the program.

Since leaving, the Macon County Court Clerk confirms his criminal case is still active … and Geno says he’s working on a resolution.

There’s a snowball’s chance in hell ABC has Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes anchoring ‘GMA3’ again before the New Year.

Network sources tell TMZ … ABC’s internal review of their romantic relationship, coupled with Amy and T.J.’s previously scheduled time off for the holidays make an on-air return in 2022 next to impossible.

As you know … Amy and T.J. haven’t been on camera since a Dec. 2 broadcast … because the network yanked them off the air while investigating their romance.

TMZ broke the story … Amy and T.J. will remain off the air pending ABC’s internal review, which we’re told is ongoing.

Our sources say Amy and T.J. are not having direct conversations with network brass about the review … instead, we’re told the anchors are having their legal teams handle any communication with ABC.

However, our sources say Amy and T.J. are willing to talk personally with network execs if called upon … though, for now, they’re sitting back and urging the network to conduct the review so everything is aboveboard.

Sylvester Stallone has some heartbroken fans after an event with the “Rocky” star allegedly sold more photo-op packages than could be accommodated … and now they’ll get refunds.

Sly was booked for a gig last weekend in L.A. called “Experience With Sylvester Stallone LIVE” — sponsored by a company of the same name, Experience With — where folks shelled out to have a nice dinner, hear Sly talk onstage and bid on signed memorabilia.

Naturally, there were different ticket packages available — including some top-tier ones that included a meet and greet and promised a pic with the legend himself … with pricing options from $750-$1,250.

What ended up happening, though … Sly wasn’t able to get through all the photo ops. We’ve seen an alleged email organizers sent to disappointed fans that read, “The reason the photos did not go as planned is that Mr. Stallone had to leave the event earlier the expected and was not feeling 100%. Our events can be very demanding, we have to respect the celebrities wishes at all times.”

Of course, fans were pissed … but a source close to Sly tells us the email wasn’t accurate. We’re told Sly’s contract committed him to a certain time with the photo-ops and he actually stayed longer than he had to … they blame organizers for selling too many of the photo packages for the time allotted.

Ticket buyers flooded Experience With’s social pages, and openly wondered whether they’d be getting reimbursed for the Sly incident … it appears there were quite a few people who were left empty-handed, without any guidance from EW about what was going to happen.

Welp, Experience With is setting the record straight — telling TMZ everyone who paid for an upgraded photo op ticket with SS and didn’t receive one will be reimbursed accordingly.

Experience With also clarified they got through about 60% of the photos so the number of people left hanging amounted to around 100 … and not 300 like some had claimed online. They also say this sorta thing happens from time to time with their celebs, as these can turn into long nights.

Sharon Osbourne suffered a terrifying medical emergency while shooting a TV show in California … TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell us it all went down Friday night … Sharon fell ill on the set of the unnamed show at the Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula, California. It was not clear if the cameras were rolling. The hotel was once featured on an episode of the Travel Channel’s “Ghost Adventurers.”

A rep for the Ventura County Fire Department tells TMZ … EMS workers responded to a “medical call” at Tavern around 6:30 PM Friday and transported one patient to Santa Paula Hospital. Santa Paula Police Chief Don Aguilar confirmed Sharon was the patient.

We reached out to Glen Tavern and a manager said there was an “emergency,” but he declined to provide details. We do not know Sharon’s current condition.

Sharon has hit a rough patch lately. As you know, she’s been taking care of her husband — rock ‘n roll legend Ozzy Osbourne — who is suffering from Parkinson’s disease and other health issues.

Camille Grammer‘s mother, Maureen Wilson Donatacci, has died … TMZ has learned.

Reps for the ‘RHOBH’ star tell us Maureen passed away Saturday morning at her New Jersey home while surrounded by family. We’re told she succumbed to a long battle with cancer that she fought through courageously.

Both Camille and Maureen have been afflicted with genetic cancers, and each of them have been champions of the cause over the past decade. Maureen was diagnosed with several types of cancer throughout her life — including ovarian, colon and most recently, bladder.

Maureen was incredibly important to Camille — as the reality star would often throw up throwback photos of her mom for Mother’s Day and other holidays to honor her.

Camille’s mother also appeared in a handful of ‘Real Housewives’ episodes … including during Camille’s Hawaiian wedding to her David Meyer. The fact Maureen was able to make it at all was clearly special to her daughter … and Mama Bear even got some camera time.

We’re told funeral arrangements for Maureen are pending. She’s survived by her two children, as well as her grandchildren.

Maureen was 75.

Stephen “tWitch” Boss mom is thanking family and friends for their prayers and love after her son’s shocking death.

Connie Boss Alexander expressed her gratitude on social media, saying … “Family and friends, thank you for all the love, prayers and encouragement. Please know I see all the messages, texts, posts and the phone calls.”

In the Instagram story, it’s clear tWitch’s death has been difficult on his mother, she says … “I can’t use words right know. Please know I will reach out when I can. Please continue to keep us in prayer.”

Later on, tWitch’s mom ends with a heartfelt note to her late son … “Stephen Laurel, your mother loves you to eternity and beyond.”

Jen Shah was a no-show for the taping of “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” reunion … TMZ has learned.

Production sources tell us the ‘RHOSLC’ stars are filming the show Friday in New York City, but Jen skipped out despite being invited to join her fellow costars and Andy Cohen.

We’re told the reunion show is still moving forward without Jen … it’s Hollywood, after all, and the show must go on. Our sources say Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Heather Gay and Whitney Rose are on set with Andy.

Jen’s got other things on her mind these days … she’s awaiting sentencing in her federal case after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. She was arrested back in March 2021 and next month a judge will decide her fate — she’s facing up to 14 years.

By not showing up, Jen’s also avoiding questions about her counterfeit designer bag collection … as we first told you, the feds seized a ton of Jen’s possessions when agents raided her home, including more than 30 counterfeit luxury bags and around 40 pieces of counterfeit luxury bling.

It appears Jen is home in Utah, hanging out with family … far from the reunion show taping.