The TMZ Podcast

The woman dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for her role in the death of Matthew Perry. We break down what prosecutors proved, how the case unfolded, and why this sentence is making headlines.

Hosts: Branson Quirke, Eric Wilson

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Dakota Mortensen’s legal team accused Taylor Frankie Paul of trying to “assassinate” his character in court, claiming she is damaging his reputation as a father amid their ongoing restraining order and abuse dispute. Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child with Chris Abbott, with the pregnancy revealed after she was spotted with a baby bump and the baby due in fall 2026.

Hosts: Branson Quirke, Deven Rall

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Offset was shot Monday evening near the valet area of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, but is stable in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries as police detained two people and continue investigating. Lil Tjay was arrested in Florida in connection to a fight preceding Offset’s shooting, charged with misdemeanor disorderly conduct-affray, and released on $500 bond. After his release, Lil Tjay denied being the shooter while angrily calling Offset a “rat” in front of media, as his attorney claimed the arrest is unrelated to the shooting. Police allege Lil Tjay initiated the chain of events leading to Offset being shot by directing his group to start a fight. Taylor Frankie Paul was granted up to eight hours per week of supervised visitation with her son amid an ongoing custody and domestic violence dispute with ex Dakota Mortensen. Taylor Frankie Paul also filed a restraining order against Dakota Mortensen, accusing him of stalking, assault, and escalating abusive behavior, while disputing his claims against her. WWE star Liv Morgan suffered a head injury during a “Monday Night Raw” collision, escalating tensions with Stephanie Vaquer ahead of their WrestleMania 42 championship match.

Hosts: Branson Quirke, Antonio Smith

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Kanye West was banned from entering the UK amid antisemitism backlash, triggering sponsor withdrawals and the cancellation of Wireless Festival despite prior defenses and an apology attempt. Wireless Festival boss Melvin Benn defended Kanye’s headlining slot as a matter of forgiveness and legal right, even as major sponsors pulled out and controversy intensified. Amanda Bynes signed a music deal and is launching her debut single “Girlfriend” featuring Fenix Flexin, marking a shift from acting to a new pop-rap career. Offset was shot outside a Florida casino but remains in stable condition after non-life-threatening injuries, with two individuals detained and an investigation ongoing. Lil Tjay was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge tied to a fight preceding Offset’s shooting, as police continue to investigate the incident. Offset was seen happily interacting with fans moments before the shooting, showing no signs of trouble shortly before gunfire erupted.

Hosts: Charlie Cotton, Deven Rall

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TMZ has received two new ransom notes in the Nancy Guthrie missing case.

Hosts: Branson Quirke, Charlie Neff
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