The TMZ Podcast

Sydney Sweeney had an emotional and tense late-night encounter with her ex-fiancé Jonathan Davino in Los Angeles after leaving dinner with friends, with witnesses reporting a heated argument outside her home that shut down any rumors of reconciliation. Donald Trump sparked controversy twice this weekend — first by suggesting Seth Meyers’ jokes about him might be “illegal” in a Truth Social rant, and then by hosting a lavish “Great Gatsby”–themed Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago while millions of Americans face the loss of food stamp benefits, drawing widespread criticism for being tone-deaf. Meanwhile, Diplo caused a stir after claiming he dated both Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, leaving fans unsure if he was joking, and the Los Angeles Dodgers returned home as back-to-back World Series champions — celebrations quickly turned chaotic as fans flooded L.A. streets, prompting police clashes and a citywide cleanup effort. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Megyn Kelly slammed Sydney Sweeney’s sheer silver gown at Variety’s Power of Women event, comparing it to Kim Kardashian’s “TMI” fashion and calling it a rare miss for the actress. Gayle King is reportedly preparing to leave CBS Mornings next year amid major network changes, though CBS insists no exit talks have happened. King also laughed off viral AI-generated images falsely showing her engaged or married, assuring viewers she’s still single. And Christian “King” Combs paid tribute to his dad Diddy by dressing up as the Joker for Halloween alongside girlfriend Raven Tracy, earning praise for their spot-on couple’s costume. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Love Island’s Huda Mustafa publicly apologized to Olandria Carthen after laughing during a livestream where a racial slur was used, clarifying her reaction as awkwardness and pledging donations to racial justice groups. San Francisco’s Mission District is mourning KitKat, a beloved store cat from Randa’s Market, after it was tragically struck and killed by a Waymo self-driving car. Kim Kardashian sparked controversy by trying to convince Sarah Paulson that the 1969 moon landing was faked, citing misinterpreted Buzz Aldrin remarks and fueling fresh online debate. Drake trolled Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers on Instagram after the Blue Jays’ Game 5 World Series win, celebrating Toronto being one victory away from its first title since 1993.Sydney Sweeney dazzled in a sheer silver gown at Variety’s Power of Women event, where she was honored for her achievements and delivered an empowering speech about strength and perseverance. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sarah Paulson playfully slapped Kim Kardashian’s butt several times on the red carpet at the All’s Fair premiere, creating a viral, lighthearted moment between the co-stars. Mohamed Hadid called for lasting peace and unity amid the Israel–Gaza conflict, saying all people deserve safety and freedom regardless of religion. Accused murderer Luigi Mangione revealed in a prison letter that he’s been listening to Taylor Swift and Charli XCX while awaiting trial for the fatal shooting of a healthcare CEO. Ariana Grande returned to her signature brunette look, unveiling the transformation on Instagram with a Wicked-inspired caption that thrilled fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Clooney is reportedly furious over a claim made about him in Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir. Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes cheered from their suite in matching red outfits as they supported their partners during the Chiefs vs. Commanders game at Arrowhead Stadium. Plus, Justin Bieber showed his frustration at Game 3 of the World Series, giving a thumbs down after Shohei Ohtani homered against his beloved Blue Jays. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau made their relationship official in Paris, holding hands at her 41st birthday celebration at Crazy Horse cabaret. Fans cheered as they left the venue together, looking smitten after recent photos showed them kissing on her yacht. French police arrested two suspects in the $102M Louvre crown jewel robbery, one caught at the airport while trying to flee. The museum remains closed as authorities hunt the rest of the crew and try to recover the stolen jewels. Brooks Nader says she’s open to dating non-famous men and joked about chemistry with her bodyguard while promoting her upcoming reality series Love Thy Nader. Sydney Sweeney stunned at the Christy premiere with a short blonde bob and pink gown; critics praised her performance though reviews for the boxing biopic were mixed overall. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kim Kardashian says she’s confident she passed the bar exam and will officially become a lawyer within weeks, revealing the news while promoting her new show “All’s Fair” on “The Graham Norton Show.” Johnny Depp is returning to big studio films with Paramount’s “Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol,” marking his first major Hollywood role since the Amber Heard fallout. FBI Director Kash Patel slammed Stephen A. Smith’s “Trump retribution” theory about the NBA gambling scandal, while Shaquille O’Neal expressed shame over the arrested players, calling their actions “disappointing” and “not worth the risk.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diddy reportedly faced a terrifying moment behind bars after a violent encounter with another inmate. Kim Kardashian opens up about a shocking medical diagnosis she links to the emotional toll of her divorce from Kanye West. Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier were taken into custody as part of a widening federal probe into alleged illegal gambling in the NBA. Plus, ‘Outer Banks’ director Jonas Pate is accused of physically confronting a crew member on set. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Deven Rall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victoria Beckham told Call Her Daddy she values communication in her “very close” family despite ongoing tension with son Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz. Bhad Bhabie’s father, Ira Peskowitz, told TMZ her song “Honest” is full of lies about him, denying claims he sold her for $20,000 or abandoned her. Michael Jordan revealed he hasn’t played basketball “in years,” admitting he misses the game but prefers talking about it now to avoid injury. Plus, Travis Kelce has made a big investment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TMZ is standing by its report that Donald Trump may commute Diddy’s sentence this week, despite a denial from the White House. Kevin Federline shares in his new memoir that a chaotic late-night call involving Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, and Lindsay Lohan was the breaking point in their marriage. Plus, Drake celebrated the Toronto Blue Jays’ ALCS win with an explosive reaction as his hometown team heads to the World Series against Kendrick Lamar’s Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices