Adidas has suspended its uniform deal with the Russian National Football (soccer) team … in direct response to Vladimir Putin‘s unprovoked attack in Ukraine, resulting in innocent lives being lost. A spokesperson for the company issued a brief statement addressing the suspension, saying, “Adidas is suspending its partnership with the Russian Football Federation (RFS) with
The World Cup field isn’t set yet, but we now know of one superpower who won’t be playing in the world’s biggest sporting event, ’cause FIFA has banned Russia from participating after the country invaded Ukraine, killing soldiers and innocent people alike. FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) — the group that oversees the World
As Putin invades Ukraine, there are a handful of big-name bands and musicians scheduled to perform in Mother Russia … and not a whole lot of answers on whether they’ll proceed. A good handful of artists have already announced they’re nixing any further concerts in Ukraine and Russia — including Imagine Dragons, Green Day and
South African actor Kagiso Kuypers was only 14 years old when he shot to stardom after being cast as the young Sierra Leone student Dia Vandy — who gets separated from his family, then gets brainwashed and turned into a dangerous young soldier by the Revolutionary United Front … or RUF — in the 2006
‘Zoey 101’ star Sean Flynn is preparing to walk down the aisle … and his wedding guest list includes a bunch of his old Nickelodeon castmates. Sean tells TMZ … he is tying the knot with his fiancée, Lyndsey, on Friday in Georgia and former ‘Zoey 101’ stars Chris Massey, Matt Underwood and Jack Salvatore
Hulk Hogan is turning the page after his second divorce, and his ex-wife is doing the same … with a new set of wheels that were part of the deal, as they say, when they agreed to part ways. The pro wrestling icon came to an agreement with Jennifer McDaniel when they finalized their divorce
NHL officials say they’re straight-up “concerned” for Russian players in their league … explaining in a statement Monday that “they and their families are being placed in an extremely difficult position.” Amid a Russian invasion into Ukraine, Russian NHL players have faced hate from fans all over the globe … with some of the league’s
The Killers are drawing a line in the sand … pulling out of an upcoming performance in Moscow, and it’s all because of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. A rep for the group tells TMZ … The Killers will no longer be playing in the Park Live Festival … which is set for July in
Ned Eisenberg, famous for his work on “Law & Order: SVU” and most recently, “Mare of Easttown,” has died after a battle with cancer. Ned died over the weekend, his wife, Patricia, tells TMZ, “As Ned would say, he was attacked by two very rare assassins — cholangiocarcinoma and ocular melanoma. Over the course of
Play video content @LionsShareNews / BACKGRID Katheryn Winnick says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is just the leader her family’s country needs … and she’s confident they will beat Vladimir Putin and Russia. The “Bones” and “Big Sky” actress has relatives in Ukraine, some of who returned to take up arms against the Russians, and while
Play video content TMZSports.com Today might not be a terrible day for Rafael dos Anjos, after all … ’cause although his UFC 272 opponent Rafael Fiziev is out of their bout after testing positive for COVID-19, Dana White tells us they’re trying to find someone to fight RDA on 5 days notice. 37-year-old dos Anjos
Serena Williams gave a touching tribute to her late friend, Virgil Abloh, after suiting up as a model in the Off-White fashion show at Paris Fashion Week … saying, “I am so grateful to show love to my friend.” The fashion show marked the first of its kind since Abloh passed away in November …
Play video content TMZ.com Ukrainians are fighting tooth and nail against Russian forces trying to take over the country, but it isn’t just the military in the bunkers … it’s normal citizens too. Journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr broke down this breathtaking — and sometimes heartbreaking — aspect of the Russian invasion when he joined us
Another Memphis rapper has been shot and killed … just in the last few months. Snootie Wild succumbed to his injuries after being shot Friday in Houston. His death was announced Saturday night on his Instagram page … “Gone in body, but your NAME & LEGACY will live forever! #TeamYayo4Life.” Waiting for your permission to
Jonathan Rhys Meyers has cut a deal in his DUI case … and he’s going to get the same treatment as an average Joe — no jail time, as long as he keeps his nose clean. According to new legal docs obtained by TMZ … the actor copped a plea deal and was sentenced to
Play video content TNT / TBS The actors who took center stage at Sunday night’s SAG Awards leaned in hard to voice support for Ukraine, and condemn Russia for its unbridled aggression. “Succession” star Brian Cox, whose show won for Best TV Drama Ensemble, launched into rousing support for the Ukrainians, and noted everyone in
If Jake Paul really wants to step into the cage, there’s another org. lining up to sign him … ’cause Bellator president Scott Coker says they’re 100% interested in bringing the Problem Child to MMA. Of course, 25-year-old Paul has voiced his interest in taking on a new combat challenge after 10 fights in the
Naomi Osaka is the latest superstar to enter the world of Fortnite — the tennis sensation is joining the game’s Icon Series with her own custom outfits!! The popular game made the big announcement this week … saying the 24-year-old will have two unique looks available for purchase starting Thursday. One of the outfits is