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Kevin Hart Marries Eniko Parrish: Get the Details About Their Big Day. As Kevin Hart has told us before: I'm gonna lock the chocolate up and put it in the freezer...he's married! A source confirms to E! News that the 37-year-old actor and his wife, Eniko Parrish, tied the knot Saturday evening during a beautiful ceremony near Santa Barbara, Calif. The actor -- who got down on one knee back in August of 2014 -- has talked to us quite a bit about the wedding, admitting his only job leading up to the big day was cutting the check. "I don't like to talk about it 'cause I don't know details," he told E! News in an interview last month. "What I do say is, 'Honey, you have an amount. Don't go above the amount. Come to me when it's time to sign the check. It's your day to be happy.'" However, he did help pick out the guest list, which he admits isn't always easy. His advice? "You make sure that you invite the people that can't come up to you later and go, 'Hey man why didn't you invite me?'" "It's not a day about who was there," he continued. "It's a day for us." Ahead of the festivities, Kevin enjoyed a fun-filled day with his bride-to-be and his two children at the beach in Santa Barbara. A source tells E! News, "Kevin and Eniko were very affectionate and were seen kissing occasionally and also Kevin's arm wrapped around her waist as they were walking." Later that night, the Hart family enjoyed a celebratory dinner with friends at Lucky's Steakhouse, the source added. The comedian documented the affair on Snapchat, posing with his 8-year-old son Hendrix, who he shared was on best man duty, and 11-year-old daughter Heaven. Kevin began his official wedding prep on Saturday morning with a workout and hearty breakfast at The Biltmore in Montecito. Dwayne Wade and three others joined Kevin for the outing, who a source told us, "was super happy and in a great mood." The main focus of Kevin and Enika's special day has always been each other from the start. They decided not to have the "traditional" wedding "you see every day in the movie" (though they did stick to traditional attire), instead making sure it's a day to remember. "You don't do what's been done. You don't do the norm," he told us recently. "This is a different generation, and this is a different day. So you make your day what you want it to be. That's the beauty of a wedding!" Meanwhile, this marks Hart's second wedding as he was previously married to Torrei Hart, which he acknowledges going into the new chapter with Parrish. "I'm excited. I got a good one," he gushed. "And I think this time around -- this is marriage number two. I've made mistakes in the past and as you get older you grow and you change, and at this point in my life, this is what I want. I'm ready for it." Congratulations to the happy couple! (Eonline)

Ray J and Princess Love Are Married. They're official! Ray J and Princess Love have tied the knot, People magazine reports. The couple said their I Dos in front of 150 of their family and friends at the Vibiana in Los Angeles on Friday evening. Prior to tying the knot, the couple gave fans a first look at their lavish wedding invitations on their joint Instagram account. The black-and-white invites featured a very regal seal on top of each card and revealed the lavish affair would be black tie. Ray J and Princess Love, who appeared on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood, had been together for more than a year when the rapper proposed to his now-wife on the tarmac of an airport in front of a private jet. Little did the bride-to-be know her parents and best friends were hiding inside the plane. "It was all a surprise -- she had no idea," Ray J told OK! magazine. "We were going to Arizona; I got the private jet and called her best friends and parents to come out the day after Christmas, and they hid on the plane...I pulled out the ring, and I started crying." Princess Love told the outlet she also "cried like a baby." "She's a true ride-or-die woman for me," Ray J added. The two made their official red carpet debut as an engaged couple at the premiere parties for WE tv's reality shows Kendra on Top and Driven to Love. As they posed for photos, Princess Love put her hand prominently on display so everyone could take a look at her massive cushion cut, halo-style ring. Congratulations to the happy couple! (Eonline)

Terrence Howard Welcomes His 5th Child, a Baby Boy With Mira Pak. Terrence Howard is officially the proud father to a baby boy! The Empire actor welcomed a son named Hero with longtime partner Mira Pak, People magazine reports. Howard also took to Twitter to confirm the exciting news, writing, "Hero being held by Qirin," alongside an absolutely precious photo of the star's youngest children in their earliest moments together. Pak first announced her pregnancy in May, surprising fans when she arrived to Empire's FYC ATAS celebration showcasing her baby bump. The 47-year-old lovingly patted Mira's growing belly as they posed for photos on the red carpet. The two wed in 2013 and welcomed their first child together, son, Qirin Love, in May 2015. The couple divorced that summer but later reunited, appearing at the Emmys in September and at the 2016 Golden Globes this past January. Last October, Howard called Mira his "life's love." Howard also has two daughters and a son from a previous marriage, daughters Heaven and Aubrey and son Hunter, as well as two grandchildren. Ever the family man, the actor often posts photos of his since-expanded family on social media. Congratulations, you two! (Eonline)

Bar Refaeli welcomes a baby girl. Mazel Tov! Bar Refaeli and her husband Adi Ezra welcomed daughter, Liv, on Thursday in Tel Aviv, local Israeli media reported. The 31-year-old Israeli model gave birth to the 7-pound bundle of joy at Ichilov Hospital. This is the couple's first child together. Last week, she posted a photo of herself -- and her large baby bump -- lounging in a pool. "You can come out now .. I'm ready. And heavy," she captioned the black-and-white photo. Refaeli and Ezra wed in 2015. A spokesperson did not immediately respond to a request for comment. (PageSix)

Dan + Shay Singer Shay Mooney and Former Miss Arkansas Hannah Billingsley Are Engaged. There's nothin' like this country love story. Dan + Shay singer Shay Mooney had some big news to share on social media this weekend. As it turns out, the country artist decided to propose to his girlfriend Hannah Billingsley. "I liked it...so I put a ring on it," he wrote on Instagram while posing with his fiance. "I'm the luckiest man in the world. @hannah.billingsley I love you." Hannah, who is a former Miss Arkansas USA, also confirmed the news to her followers with the same romantic photograph. "Words aren't enough," she wrote. "Truly the happiest day of my life. 8/9/16 I love you so much @shaymooney." One look at the couple's respective Instagram pages and you'll quickly see the pair's love for one another. And despite busy schedules, you never know where these two will end up together. Whether vacationing in Scotland or hanging out backstage at a concert in Hollywood, these two make it work. "This girl right here has brought more happiness to my life than I could ever imagine was possible. Thank you for loving me despite my insanity," Shay wrote in one post. "I love you more than anything in the world. Happy 1 year Hannah Love. You're my person. @hannah.billingsley." As wedding planning begins, country fans can still look forward to seeing Dan + Shay across the country. The duo is expected to tour with Chris Young this fall. Congratulations to the couple on their big news! (Eonline)

Jerry Ferrara Engaged to Breanne Racano! The most important person in Jerry Ferrara's entourage is Breanne Racano. So, in late July, the Entourage actor proposed to the podcaster and announced their engagement via Instagram Thursday. "I SAID YES!!! Wait I mean... I've had many great blessings in my life," he said. "But this one by far is the best of all time. You are the greatest person I ever met!" Racano, whose diamond ring was front and center, regrammed Ferrara's photo shortly after he popped the question and wrote, "I am so lucky to marry this man. #engaged #isaidyes #fiance." It didn't take long for the couple's famous friends to send congratulatory messages via social media. "Awwwww congrats my friend!!!!! So happy for you!!!" actress Gabrielle Union tweeted. "I love love." Reno 911! actor Nick Swardson sent a message to Ferrara on Twitter as well, writing, "Congrats bro, happy for you!! (I'm getting drafted very late in Fantasy Marriage)." Former NFL player Sinorice Moss also toasted the actor, 36, tweeting, "Jerry!! Congratulations." Ferrara and Racano -- an actress who appeared in an episode of Entourage in 2011 and had an un-credited role in the Entourage movie in 2015 -- celebrated their engagement in conjunction with their 100th podcast, titled "Bad 4 Engagements." Speaking to guest psychotherapist Sarah Michael Novia on the show, which was released early Friday, Ferrara jokingly asked, "Is it bad for business to go on your podcast and talk about the fact that you just got engaged?" It was a moot point, since Racano couldn't contain her excitement. "Yay!" the bride-to-be said. "I'm getting married!" Ferrara later admitted that he had been planning to pop the question since 2015. Ever a gentleman, he asked Racano's parents for their blessing before he proposed to their daughter. "I guess I am traditional in that sense," he admitted. Ferrara finally asked Racano for her hand in marriage on July 31, days after he had originally intended do so. According to the Power star, his original proposal plan was ruined after a game night at a friend's house got too competitive. Ferrara and Racano have yet to set a date. (Eonline)

Adrienne Bailon Engaged to Israel Houghton -- See Her Massive Diamond Ring! Wedding bells are in Adrienne Bailon's future! The Real star just revealed that she is engaged to her boyfriend, Israel Houghton on Instagram. A source tells E! News that they loved-up duo "couldn't be more in love" and "have known each other for a very long time. It just felt meant to be for Adrienne. He treats her so well." Our insider adds, "Our insider adds, "They worked on a project together a very long time ago and never lost touch." The 32-year-old showed off photos of her gorgeous diamond sparkler in front of the Eifel Tower with the caption, "You. Me. Oui." The soon-to-be husband and wife first went public with their relationship back in April of this year, and defended their status after a slew of criticism. And now it seems as though the haters only made their connection that much stronger, as Houghton addressed in a lengthy statement on Instagram. "I've seen her attacked. Lied about, Wrongfully accused, Mocked. Laughed at, and misunderstood. But I've also seen the shining example of the eagle she is that rises above the cacophony of the noise of ignorants- I'm learning from her example. She loves Jesus. She loves her family. She loves people. Even the ones that don't love her back." He added, "I pray God give me that same grace in my life. I've taken a giant leap of faith in asking her to share life with me forever and to give me a shot at getting it right this time... She has graciously granted my request... She said yes. Thanks Be To God. Thank you @adriennebailon for graciously loving me." This will be the second marriage for Houghton, who was previously married to Meleasa Houghton, for more than 20 years. Bailon has been engaged to Lenny Santiago, however, the two called off their engagement and announced their split back in September 2015. Congratulations to the happy couple and future Mr. and Mrs. Houghton! (Eonline)

Tika Sumpter Is Pregnant With Her First Child. Tika Sumpter is pregnant! The Southside With You actress is expecting her first child and shared the exciting family news while promoting the upcoming flick. In an Instagram snap taken from her press conference for Southside with John Legend in Los Angeles earlier, Sumpter wrote "Preggers and promoting w Legend. Happy and proud. #Southsidewithyou #Aug26th." Legend serves as the film's executive producer. A source close to the pregnant actress tells People magazine that the 36-year-old is expecting a baby girl and will give birth sometime in the fall. Sumpter starred in Ride Along 2 earlier this year and is currently signed on to continue her role as Candace Young in OWN's The Haves and Have Nots until 2017. Congratulations on the exciting baby news! (Eonline)

The Date is Set: Michael Phelps' Fiancee Nicole Johnson Reveals Wedding Plans. Michael Phelps continues to grow his collection of gold medals, but the swimmer is still missing one important piece of hardware: a wedding ring! The champion swimmer's fiancee Nicole Johnson opened up about the pair's wedding plans to Access Hollywood in Rio, Friday, revealing that their nuptials might happen sooner rather than later. "We have a date," Johnson, who was joined by Phelps' mom Debbie, said. "It'll be small and intimate for the wedding, and then we're throwing a massive bash for everyone in the states." Johnson, who gave birth to the couple's first child, son Boomer, 3 months ago, added, "We're kinda getting things rolling, I've been planning as we've been leading up to [the Olympics]." "So I think I have the wedding in order, and now it's on to the party for the fun," she added. The former Miss California and Phelps, 31, got engaged in February 2015 after dating on-and-off since 2007. After splitting in late 2011, the couple rekindled their romance for good in 2014. Of the will-they-won't-they nature of the relationship, Johnson admitted to Access Hollywood that things haven't always been easy. Now, she assured, "We didn't miss a beat, and we're happy." And the 31-year-old has certainly earned Debbie's approval, who said, "When [Phelps] called me and said 'I'm getting back with Nicole,' I said, 'Well, that's where you should be.'" Johnson said that Phelps has already taken to his role as a dad, as Debbie echoed, "He talks about he wants to be just the best dad he possibly could be." She added that Phelps told her of raising Boomer, "I want to do it right." (People)

Shannen Doherty Thanks Mom for Helping Her Get Through Chemo and 'Being There.' There's nothing like a mother's love. Shannen Doherty paid tribute to her mom, Rosa, with a special thank you message for being at her side as the 45-year-old actress undergoes chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer. The Beverly Hills, 90210 alum took to Instagram on Saturday, August 13, to share a touching black-and-white photo of herself lying across her mother's lap. "Sometimes there's nothing like a mothers love to help get you thru," Doherty captioned the shot. "Thank you mom for always being there and being so strong for me. I love you. #mamarosa #cancersucks #fightlikeagirl." Earlier this month, the actress, who discovered she had breast cancer in February 2015, opened up about how chemo has taken a toll on her physical and emotional well-being. "Each person's cancer journey is different. For me, chemo has been terrible and believe me, we have tried almost everything," she captioned an Instagram photo on August 4. "So days like this have become a bit of the norm. I'm learning that it's ok to fall into bed and give in to the exhaustion or nausea or aches. I've learned a lot of that thru all the beautiful people who have shared their personal stories with me right here on Instagram. Thank you. Btw, it doesn't hurt to have [my dog] comfort me So back to my nap. Thank you for your prayers, well wishes and stories. They help so much." After Doherty, whose cancer has spread to her lymph nodes, completes eight rounds of chemotherapy, she plans to begin radiation treatments. (USMagazine)

Hugh Grant Fails to Recognize Former Bridget Jones's Diary Co-Star Renee Zellweger. Despite starring in a couple of movies with Renee Zellweger, Huge Grant failed to recognize her while on Watch What Happens Live Thursday. The British actor, who will appear in Florence Foster Jenkins alongside Meryl Streep, was asked a series of questions about six of his former female co-stars but became baffled when he couldn't figure out who one of them was. "Who is the one second from the right, because I've never seen her before in my life?" Grant asked, only to be left feeling shocked when someone told him who it was. "Oh Renee!" Although it seemed his gaff was unintentional, Grant continued to throw some shade when he called said none of his former female co-stars were "down to earth." He did, however, admit that he hasn't kept in touch with any of them because "they all hate me, I think." Grant's inability to recognize Zellweger comes after the actress received such harsh criticism for her different appearance as of late that she penned an op-ed that slammed sexist double standards. Zellweger further explained that, "Not that it's anyone's business, but I did not make a decision to alter my face and have surgery on my eyes," she wrote. The beloved Bridget Jones's Diary star admitted that while, "It's no secret a woman's worth has been historically measured by her appearance," our society has "taken for granted that women are standard bearers in all realms of high profile position and influence." After disappearing from Hollywood for about six years, Zellweger will finally return in the upcoming Bridget Jones's Baby, which will not include Grant as her former flame. While on WWHL, Grant asked if the studio approached him to do the film. "They did come to me a couple of years ago," he shared. "They had a lovely idea for a film. I'm particularly difficult and queeny when it comes to scripts, and I couldn't quite make the script work for me, so they then made it without me and I'm sure it's brilliant." When asked if he would regret not participating in the franchise, which Colin Firth returned to and now co-stars Patrick Dempsey, Grant replied, "It depends how much money it makes obviously." (Eonline)

Justin Bieber Threatens to Make His Instagram Private Over Fan Backlash Against Sofia Richie. Justin Bieber is sticking up for Sofia Richie. The pair is currently taking in the sights of Tokyo, along the way sharing snapshots on Instagram from their time in Japan together. Evidently Beliebers have not taken kindly to Sofia making an appearance on the pop sensation's social media pages, as Justin addressed his fans head on with an Instagram post pleading them to put an end to the negative comments against her. "I'm gonna make my Instagram private if you guys don't stop the hate this is getting out of hand," Bieber wrote alongside a black and white selfie of the duo where Richie is holding finger guns up to Justin's head. The 22-year-old continued, "if you guys are really fans you wouldn't be so mean to people that I like." Bieber's threat was preceded by a series of snapshots of the two posing for the camera and flashing silly faces. Richie, who is the daughter of music icon Lionel Richie, first made an appearance on Justin's Instagram on Friday. Sofia has reciprocated the gesture on multiple occasions with photos of the "Sorry" singer splashed across her own page. And while Sofia, 17, and Justin's overseas adventure has sparked a flurry of romance rumors, multiple sources insist to E! News the two are "just friends" and "nothing serious" is going on between them. Earlier this month, Justin's choice of female companionship landed him in the headlines once again when he was spotted skinny dipping with Sahara Ray while on vacation in Hawaii. It's Justin Bieber's summer and we're just living in it! (Eonline)

Demi Lovato Apologizes for Joking About Zika Virus on Snapchat Following Criticism. Demi Lovato regrets any harm she may have caused to those impacted by the Zika virus. The pop sensation was met with backlash after a since-deleted Snapchat video she shared on Friday night was labeled as insensitive towards the outbreak currently affecting Brazil. In the post, Demi's mother Dianna Hart can be seen telling the camera, "Everybody down in Rio gonna get the Zika virus." Her statement is then met with laughter from Lovato. A hashtag retaliating against the "Confident" songstress quickly surfaced, #DemiLovatoIsOverParty, which detailed fans negative feelings toward the Snapchat vid. On Saturday morning Demi responded to the criticism, writing, "In no way did I mean to offend anyone last night. I was laughing at how southern my mom sounded, not the issue at hand. Deepest apologies." The outspoken 23-year-old then remarked on the old adage that there's no such thing as bad publicity, adding, "If you watch everything I do, you're still a fan.. I ain't goin nowhere bitches" In June, Demi announced she was quitting social media, returning 24 hours later with a promise to be "more honest than ever." "F--k this.. I'm back bitches. And I'm coming back more honest than ever," she tweeted. "I love my Lovatics so f--king much...I love my Lovatics too much to leave them over some lame ass haters.. What was I thinking?!" The performer never deleted her Snapchat account during the incident, which she admitted she liked because "I don't have to see what some of y'all say..." But as Lovato's latest apology reveals, that's not always the case. (Eonline)

Chris Brown annihilated his baby mama in custody court ... she lost so bad the judge ordered her to pay Chris back for the attorney fees he fronted her. Sources connected to Chris tell us, Nia Guzman struck out on every single request regarding custody of 2-year-old Royalty. Nia wanted full custody -- DENIED. She wanted Chris to have monitored visitation -- DENIED. She wanted to deny Chris' mom the right to see the kid -- DENIED. She wanted Chris to submit to drug tests -- DENIED. The judge maintained the status quo -- joint custody. Chris continues to get Royalty 12 days a month. When Nia filed her legal docs asking for a change in custody the judge ordered Chris to pay her $20k so she could afford a lawyer. But she lost so hard, the judge said Nia wasn't entitled to the money and gave Chris a credit. There was supposed to be a separate hearing on child support. Nia is currently getting $2,500 a month from Chris but she wanted nearly $16k. Nia has now dismissed her support petition. Legal home run, Chris. (TMZ)

Ryan Lochte was reportedly held up at gunpoint this weekend in Rio ... apparently at a party in the city, but an IOC spokesperson says it's not true. Lochte's mom says her son called her right after the stickup and says it was "terrifying" ... according to a Fox Sports Australia reporter. The reporter says the thief or thieves made off with Ryan's wallet. Ryan was invited to the party by Brazilian swimmer Thiago Pereira, along with 3 of Lochte's teammates. Another report says a second U.S. swimmer was held up along with Ryan. The IOC says the story is "absolutely not true," but the Fox Sports reporter insists Ryan's mom debriefed him on the incident. UPDATE: A rep for Brazilian swimmer, Thiago Pereira, says he was with Lochte at Club France celebrating a friend's birthday before the incident. FURTHER UPDATE: According to reports, Ryan Lochte says the robbers flashed what appeared to be police badges ... and one of them cocked a gun and put it to his forehead. He also confirmed he was with three other U.S. swimmers. (TMZ)

Amber Heard had "an emergency" and that's why she's going to miss her 10 AM call for a deposition in L.A. ... TMZ has learned. According to legal docs, an unspecified emergency arose and "to no fault of her own, Amber was unable to arrange for a flight to travel from London." Amber's lawyers, Samantha Spector and Joseph Koenig, go after Johnny Depp's lawyers with a vengeance, saying, "Johnny's counsel continues to wage a malicious war against Amber in the Court of Public Opinion in an effort to intimidate and discourage Amber from telling the truth." Amber's lawyers suggest Johnny will never address the allegations of domestic violence under oath and then says, "It is a disturbing shame that Johnny's lawyers continue to pursue a relentless personal attack against Amber." Spector will ask a judge to push Amber's depo to Saturday. And there's this. Amber's lawyers attached a letter to the filing in which she accuses Johnny's lawyer of reneging on a settlement agreement. The letter is dated Thursday, August 11th. Johnny's lawyer, Laura Wasser, responds in a separate letter that the offer was sent to Johnny for his approval. (TMZ)

Why Amber Heard and Johnny Depp's Divorce Case May Just Quietly Go Away After Its Bombshell Beginning. It was twisted while it lasted. But all signs are pointing to Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce drama coming to a close very soon -- and not just because the June hearing on Heard's domestic violence restraining order that was rescheduled for Aug. 17 is right around the corner. Rather, after multiple delays that have originated from both ends, Heard has yet to be deposed and the bombshell testimony that was expected back in June, after she alleged that Depp had been abusive throughout the course of their relationship, may never happen. Depp's legal team has been trying to get a confidentiality agreement in place for months, his most recent attempt coming about four weeks ago before the actor was willing to turn over the details of his financials -- which he didn't object to Heard's team having. Rather, he wanted them kept private once they'd been shared with his future ex-wife. The July filing also indicated that they had tried to reach a settlement in mid-June, but nothing came of the negotiations at the time. So with Heard's last two deposition appointments resulting in no deposition -- last weekend we were told she was at the lawyer's office for 10 hours after flying in from London, but she was not deposed; and then she says she wasn't able to get a flight out in order to be back in L.A. for depo meeting -- it seems that the behind-the-scenes toiling continues. Meanwhile, the repeated delays are not all that unusual, according to marital and family law attorney Mitch Karpf of the Miami-based firm Young Berman Karpf & Gonzalez. "I don't think it's unique at all," Mitch, who along with son Brian Karpf specializes in high-profile and high net worth cases, tells E! News. "What happens many times is, the lawyers may go back and forth and have talks, but the lawyers are only agents of their clients." When a deposition is scheduled, "it's one of the first times that everybody is together in the same room. Once we're all together we're in a position where perhaps we can talk about some of the issues and maybe settle the case. Often times when you reschedule the deposition, you're making progress behind the scenes." Hence Heard and her attorney being at Depp's lawyer's office last Saturday all day without a formal deposition taking place. What is likely happening here, Brian Karpf says, is that "depositions have been postponed and while Amber wants to keep [their talks] off the books to continue the discussion, Depp's team keeps resetting the deposition to keep the pressure on, to make sure the settlement talks continue." (Neither Brian nor Mitch is involved in the Depp-Heard case.) "A deposition is set with the hope that it gets the other person to the table to discuss a settlement," Brian adds. "It's not uncommon before the deposition starts to turn it into a settlement conference." According to court documents filed, Heard's deposition was successfully rescheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13, at 10 a.m. at the office of Depp's attorney, Laura Wasser -- and the second order of business, as noted in the filing, would be to "agree upon a date, time and location" for Depp's deposition. Heard has been in London filming Justice League and, per the filing, the flight from London to Los Angeles that was "available to her" wouldn't have arrived until midday Friday. "To no fault of her own, Amber was unable to arrange for a flight" that would have gotten her here by 10 a.m. today, the paperwork stated. Meanwhile, the personal reasons for both actors to want to avoid next week's hearing -- as well as any further public back-and-forth -- are plentiful on either side. It would save Heard the continued scrutiny that will inevitably come whether she testifies or not, plus the emotional exhaustion that could come with testifying. It saves Depp from the fallout of whatever damning things Heard would presumably say if she did end up testifying. It saves Heard from whatever Depp's team would have to lob back at her if they were to fight it out in court. It would shorten a process that will only get longer once a judge gets more involved for any other reason than to sign off on the terms of a settlement. It could save both sides on attorney fees (even if Depp ends up paying her legal bills, lawyers get a lot more if you fight for months, let alone years). Heard could end up with more money than if she had taken her chances in court. Or Depp could end up saving money if the terms are hammered out a certain way. A source had told E! News that Heard had been fully prepared to give her deposition last Saturday, and Mitch Karpf agrees that was the likely scenario. "Good lawyers prepare their clients. I'm sure she's been well-prepared," he tells us. Usually the client arrives ready to "get it over with. Then they sit there all day wondering what the heck is going on." "Ninety-eight percent of the cases, at least here [in Florida], never go to court and ultimately settle," Mitch adds. With a hearing looming ahead, "that's when a lot of lawyers want to get it done. Because once you start the hearing and the damage is done, then you might as well go forward with it." And in the case of Depp and Heard, "chances are the hearing doesn't go forward." At least not as dramatically as may have been expected, with Heard taking the stand. "If her motives are pure and clean, the last thing she really wants is to castigate him in the public arena," Mitch says. "She's made her point, she settles it and moves on. Like any other crime victim, they have to choose between resurfacing all of this" and settling. And her attorney's top priority, he notes, ought to be Heard's safety. Both Mitch and Brian Karpf predict that, whatever happens during the latest deposition meeting, word that the two have confidential settlement is imminent. And then, per the likely terms of such an agreement, neither Amber nor Johnny can talk about what went on during their marriage once the deal is done. "If this happens," Brian says, "there's going to be no indication whether one party was right or one party was wrong. It's just going to be very benign." So even for a case involving such huge stars that started off with such shocking, disturbing and disappointing allegations and made such loud headlines, the only possible outcome may be one that's about as ordinary and as quiet as it gets. (Eonline)

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard might have been victims of a Peeping Tom who shot upskirt videos during the shooting of several of his movies ... so claim 3 women in a new lawsuit. Kevin Thomas Roy -- a longtime assistant director with credits on Depp's 'Rum Diary' and "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" -- is being sued by 3 women for invasion of privacy and emotional distress ... this according to legal docs obtained by TMZ. The women say Roy was closely associated with Depp's production team and there's a "high probability" Amber was secretly shot. The suit doesn't specifically mention which movie ... but Amber worked with Johnny in 'Rum.' The suit claims Johnny may have also been a victim, but no specifics are provided. Roy is accused of using his phone and planting hidden cameras in bathrooms and other private areas to videotape his friends, co-workers and actors. The suit alleges Roy kept videos going back 7 years ... showing people in various stages of undress. And get this ... according to the suit, Roy secretly shot video of his wife's sister's honeymoon. According to the docs ... Roy's wife discovered the videos and turned it over to cops. He eventually pled no contest to 2 counts of invasion of privacy and was booted from Directors Guild of America. (TMZ)

Keshia Knight Pulliam says her estranged husband, Ed Hartwell, is so abusive, so violent, so diabolical ... he has plotted to kill their unborn child. Keshia claims in divorce docs Ed "has been plotting to harm and obstruct [her] pregnancy" by engaging in "certain underhanded and unusual conduct" that would trigger a miscarriage. Keshia, who is 5 months along, is not specific as to Ed's conduct, but she says he's engaged in "cruel treatment" which has adversely affected her pregnancy. Keshia says in legal docs ... during their short marriage, Ed was constantly cursing, yelling and demeaning her. She says he also had affairs with multiple women, including a former baby mama. And Keshia says she and Ed have multiple firearms ... she feels unsafe and wants an order forcing him to turn all the guns over to her. She's also asking the judge to order him to stay clear of her. She wants the judge to order a mental evaluation. (TMZ)

Thomas Gibson Hires Lawyer Amid Criminal Minds Firing, Co-Star Shemar Moore Responds With Cryptic Message About ''Karma.'' Thomas Gibson might be considering legal action against his former television series Criminal Minds. Following an on-set altercation with a producer, the CBS series' original cast member was fired from his starring role on Friday. As a result, Gibson has hired Los Angeles-based Skip Miller's law firm, Miller Barondess, to pursue the case, E! News can confirm. Gibson, 54, has played fan-favorite Aaron Hotchner since the show debuted in 2005, and was suspended in July after kicking a writer over "creative differences" while working on an episode he was directing. He had not been on set for the last two weeks. "I love Criminal Minds and have put my heart and soul into it for the last twelve years. I had hoped to see it through to the end, but that won't be possible now," Gibson said in a statement following his termination. "I would just like to say thank you to the writers, producers, actors, our amazing crew, and, most importantly, the best fans that a show could ever hope to have." As news broke of Gibson's departure on Friday, co-star Shemar Moore took to Instagram with a since-deleted message that had many speculating its connection to Gibson. Though Moore never addresses Gibson by name, the 46-year-old tells the camera, "Lot of birdies chirping out there -- the gossip is real. I hear it, I see it. I'm sure a lot of you do too, so I'll just say this: I believe in karma. Good things happen to good people. Honest people. Hard-working people. Humble people. People who believe in basic goodness." He continues, "Good things will happen to you. Treat people how you expect them to treat you. Celebrate yourself and celebrate your blessings, as you should, but just know that you're not better than anybody." Shemar was recently embroiled in his own legal feud against Criminal Minds guest actor, Keith Tisdell. E! News confirmed Moore's claim that Tisdell owed him approximately $60,000 and subsequent demands that his former colleague and friend repay him. The two reached an agreement during Friday's hearing, which stipulated that Tisdell would repay the actor a total of $61,084 in an effort to avoid having to serve any jail time. (Eonline)

Criminal Minds Shemar Moore Takes Former Co-Star to Court Over $60,000. Shemar Moore was in a Los Angeles court Thursday to testify against his former Criminal Minds co-star, Keith Tisdell. Moore claims that Tisdell owes him approximately $60,000 and demands that his former colleague and friend repay him, E! News can confirm. The two first became close after they met on the hit CBS show back on season two of Criminal Minds. According to the Los Angeles Times, Tisdell's attorney paid over $5,000 worth of money orders and Tisdell is set to pay off the remaining amount. "We became friends... We went into business together," Moore explained to Judge Hayden Zacky Thursday. Moore started a charity organization to help those who battle Multiple Sclerosis, a disease that plagued his mother. Tisdell was involved in the charity, titled Baby Girl LLC. According to court documents, Tisdell was arrested in January on suspicion of embezzlement but he subsequently admitted to grand theft. Moore told the judge that the theft went unnoticed on his part for a long time, however, an audit revealed that cash from Baby Girl LLC was missing. As a result, Moore confronted Tisdall about the missing money and Tisdell -- according to Moore -- vehemently denied any wrongdoing. "In my mind, he wasn't man enough to look me in the eye and fess up. I've done a lot for him because he had me, my friends fooled. I'm not here for money. I'm here because he betrayed a friendship. This is not OK. You don't do this to people." The two actors reached an agreement at the end of the hearing which stipulated that Tisdell would repay the actor a total of $61,084 in an effort to avoid having to serve any jail time. (Eonline)

Brendan Dassey -- the man who was convicted for helping Steven Avery in a murder chronicled on "Making a Murderer" -- has been ordered to be released. A federal judge just ruled Dassey's constitutional rights were violated when he was grilled, then tried for the murder of Teresa Halbach. The judge ruled authorities crossed the line by interrogating the then 16-year-old without an adult present. The judge said authorities exacerbated the problem by assuring Dassey they were on his side. And the judge said, "Dassey's borderline to below average intellectual ability likely made him more susceptible to coercive pressures than a peer of higher intellect." And the judge had problems with the bluffs -- investigators told Dassey at least 24 times they knew exactly what happened to Teresa. The judge said the false assertions had a "powerful effect" on Dassey -- presumably prompting his confession. The judge also had problems with Dassey's first lawyer, Len Kachinsky ... who allowed the prosecutor's investigator to grill the client when Kachinsky wasn't present. The judge called Kachinsky's conduct "indefensible." That, however, does not appear to be the basis for the ruling. Wisconsin prosecutors have 90 days to decide if they want to retry Dassey. (TMZ)

Making a Murderer's Brendan Dassey Conviction Overturned, Could Be Released in 90 Days. One of the stars of the Netflix hit Making a Murderer just received major news Friday in a Milwaukee court. Brendan Dassey's conviction was overturned by a federal judge, court reporters tweeted. According to court documents, a judge ordered that Brendan should be "released from custody unless, within 90 days of the date of this decision, the State initiates proceedings to retry him." The judge further ordered that "in the event the respondent appeals this judgment, this judgment will be stayed pending resolution of that appeal." Netflix's limited series documented both Brendan and his uncle Steven Avery's trials following the murder of photographer Teresa Halbach on Halloween back in 2005. Brendan's trial lasted 9 days and on April 25, 2007 -- after the jury had been deliberating for four hours -- he was found guilty of first-degree intentional homicide, second-degree sexual assault and mutilation of a corpse. At the time, Brendan was six months shy of being 18-years-old, but was both tried and sentenced as an adult. He is currently incarcerated at the Columbia Correctional Institution in Portage, Wis. (Eonline)

Kenny Baker, the man who brought "Star Wars" character R2-D2 to life has died. According to a report by The Guardian, Baker had battled a long illness before passing away Saturday morning. Baker stood at 3ft 8in tall, and first became famous for playing the robot in 1977 in "Star Wars IV: A New Hope." Baker got back in the robot in "The Empire Strikes Back," "Return of The Jedi," and all of the franchises' prequel films. He was 83. (TMZ)

THE OTHER STUFF . . .

Michael Phelps Says 2016 Rio Olympics Will Be His Last: "I Am Not Coming Back" Michael Phelps is stepping aside for the next generation of all-star swimmers. The athlete will walk away from swimming as the most decorated Olympian of all time after the 2016 Rio Games, which he said on Friday would be his last. "I will just clarify that Ryan doesn't know what he is talking about," Phelps said, per USA Today. Michael was referring to his teammate and close friend Ryan Lochte, who told Matt Lauer of a return to the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, "You know what, I can definitely say that, because I guarantee he will be there. I think so. I really think so, so Michael I'll see you in Tokyo." Ryan explained, "I am not coming back in four years." Instead Michael is focusing on his final team event of his Olympic career, the 4x100m relay on Saturday. He competed in his last individual event on Friday, where he earned a silver medal in the 100m butterfly. "I have two laps left in my career so I am happy and I'm excited and looking forward to tomorrow," the 31-year-old said. "I saw [what Lochte said] and I was like, 'Thanks Ryan, throw me back out there for another four years.' If [Lochte] wants to come back it will be great." During his time in Rio, Phelps has already earned a four gold medals, taking his total medal count to a whopping 27. Not too shabby at all. (Eonline)

U.S. Olympian Michelle Carter Earned the Ultimate Bragging Rights After Topping Her Father's Silver Medal Finish 30 Years Later. It was in Michelle Carter's blood to compete at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Carter made history on Friday as the first American to win a gold medal in the women's shot put event, but there's a slightly lesser known story behind this athlete's rise to the podium. In fact, Michelle followed in her father Michael Carter's footsteps to the Summer Games, who took home the silver medal in shot put more than 30 years prior at the 1984 Games in Los Angeles. The father-daughter duo is the first ever from Team USA to earn medals at the Olympics, but it's safe to say Michelle's dad will be on medal-shining duty for years to come. "Of course, I can't wait until I get the medal and I can walk around the house and say 'Daddy, I got you,'" Carter told reporters, per NPR. The Carter patriarch, who is his coach's daughter, made headlines during his heyday as the only athlete to ever win an Olympic medal and Super Bowl for the San Francsico 49ers within the same year. And if the Carter family could get any more impressive, Michael still holds the national high school record he first set in 1979 for shot put. Michelle also remains unchallenged with her own record, which she set during the 2003 Texas state championship. Congratulations to Michelle and Michael! They certainly have a lot to celebrate. (Eonline)

Selena Gomez May Be Sick but Her Salsa Dancing Skills Are Even Sicker. Selena Gomez just proved that she could do anything, even when she's sick. The 24-year-old singer treated her fans Friday morning to a video of herself salsa dancing with a friend. The proud Latina sported a white long-sleeve crop top with a black skirt while rocking her fabulous new bangs. "When my babies take me salsa dancing even when they told me not to because I'm sick... I don't care," she captioned the video. On Snapchat, the singer documented that she was feeling under the weather and even expressed that she thought she was suffering from strep throat. Gomez even expressed her fears of having to cancel her show in Brisbane, Australia. But the "Keep My Hands to Myself" songstress powered through her concert and even got to celebrate her friend's birthday. Keep the salsa dancing videos coming, Selena! (Eonline)

It's Instagram Official: Taylor Swift and Tom Hiddleston Are Finally Following Each Other. It's official, you guys...Tom Hiddleston and Taylor Swift are following each other on Instagram! As we reported earlier this week, Tom joined Instagram for the first time, and everyone was very caught up in the fact that he hadn't started following his girlfriend yet. Well, as of Friday, things have changed! The couple are both following each other, which we all know is a crucial part of any relationship in this day and age (of course, it will only become officially official when he posts a photo of her, though). He's also started following many of his co-stars and colleagues, including Robert Downey Jr., who gave him a proper shout out on the social media platform, posting a photo of Hiddleston wearing that "I [heart] T.S." shirt from his Fourth of July vacation. "Join me in welcoming the biggest T.Stark fan of them all to Instagram," RDJ cleverly captioned the pic. Meanwhile, Tom answered several questions during his Q&A with Variety. While he did explain his decision to join Instagram -- he said he'd been planning to do so for a while -- he didn't really open up about his relationship with T.Swift. In fact, the only time she was even slightly mentioned was when the actor was asked about shooting Kong: Skull Island. He said he hadn't been home in a year while filming that. "I hadn't. I've since been home for a bit," he explained, to which the interviewer laughed, and said, "I think I read about that." Tom giggled in reply and said, "Yep. I've been home." He continued, "It's funny -- being an actor now -- you have to be easy with traveling, because all the work, the most interesting work, is often happening in remote locations. Very little is shot in L.A. anymore, in New York and in London." Hiddleston also dished details about some of the characters he's played over time. For example, when asked what Olympic sport his Night Manager character Jonathan Pine would compete in, he laughed. "Oh Gosh, I don't know that he's quite fit enough to go to the Olympics," he said. "Maybe he'd be a middle-distance runner or something," which he says he'd also choose if competing in real life. Speaking of sports and competition, the duo discussed how Hiddleston has been able to try a wide range of physical skills in his different films. "I do feel like that's the unspoken great privilege of actors is that they get to learn all this cool stuff with the excuse that it's for work. I can ride a horse, and I learned how to sword fight...and various, sort of different forms of dance." So what's one thing he hopes to learn in the future? "I don't know how to scube dive!" He revealed. Do you hear that, Taylor? Looks like a trip to the deep blue might be next for Hiddleswift! (Eonline)

Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna can see the future ... and it's in a MUCH bigger pad. The soon-to-be parents are in search mode for a roomier and pricier home ... in the $6.5 million range ... sources close to production tell TMZ. There's a rub ... Rob wants to live near his family, which is largely ensconced in the Calabasas/Hidden Hills area, but Chyna wants to be further south ... in the Encino area. In L.A. traffic, 15 or 20 miles makes a big difference. It's interesting ... just 6 months ago Rob plunked down $2.285 million for a 4 bedroom oasis, and it's clearly big enough for 2 adults and a kid, but he wants more "for a growing family." We're told he won't sell his current house. He wants to rent it out, which means he'll have to shell out a lot of cash for another down payment. We're told mama bear paid the down payment on the current house and she might do the same for the next ... if he stays close. (TMZ)

Kylie Jenner must have gotten tipped off she was getting a new car for her 19th birthday from Tyga, because she was already making room in the garage. TMZ has learned ... Kylie sold her 2015 Mercedes velvet-wrapped G Wagon a couple weeks ago to Newport Coast Auto, who's now selling the whip for $145k. The Benz is kinda a steal .... it's listed in line with Blue Book, but this one is celeb-owned with only 4.5k miles and a $5k custom velvet wrap job by West Coast Customs. As you know, Tyga just paid off that landlord, so looks like the Maybach he got her won't be repoed. (TMZ)

T.I. says he's not a bad restaurant owner ... he just hires bad, and that's why his Atlanta eatery has crashed and burned. T.I., who owns Scales 925, faces eviction for months of unpaid rent. We're told the rapper left a manager in charge of the business while he was tending to his music business, touring and making appearances. T.I. feels betrayed, because things got so bad 12 employees filed a lawsuit for more than $50k in unpaid wages. According to the docs ... one of the managers siphoned off money to line his own pockets ... causing employees' checks to bounce. Employees also claim they were coerced to work for hours off the clock. T.I. is so in the dark he has no idea how much he owes in back rent. Stick to music, T.I. Running a restaurant is a bitch. (TMZ)

The mother of NFL star Antonio Cromartie claims her son is trying to evict her from the Florida home he bought for her back in 2007 ... and it's all over money. TMZ Sports spoke with Cromartie's little sister, LaQuinta Gardner ... who says their mother was served with an eviction notice on Thursday and the family is pissed. Gardner claims ... Cromartie bought the house and paid for everything for years -- but the gravy train stopped in February when he asked his mother to pay the $700 per month mortgage bill. We're told the mother refused -- insisting Cro, who's made millions in his career, should pay since the house was supposed to be a gift. Both sides dug in ... culminating in the eviction papers, which say Cro's mother needs to be out by August 15th ... UNLESS she forks over a check for $2,310 in back payment. Gardner says she has set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for her mother. We reached out to Cromartie for comment -- so far, no word back. By the way, Cromartie is currently unemployed -- and has 12 kids ... and that ain't cheap! (TMZ)

Music

Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys Have a Lovefest on the Set of The Voice -- Exclusive Details! Could there possible be a new bond on The Voice that could overshadow Adam Levine and Blake Shelton's bromance?! As we prepare for the new season of the hit NBC competitive reality show, we're also preparing to welcome two new coaches, Miley Cyrus and Alicia Keys, and we've learned that the these two ladies are definitely teaming up and bringing some serious girl power to the set. "Alicia Keys and Miley Cyrus seem to have become super close during their time together on the show," an audience member who attended the taping tells E! News. "During some of the performances, Miley and Alicia would look at each other and smile, nod, or grab hands." Since the beginning, Adam and Blake's friendship stole the show, but perhaps it's the ladies' turn this season? The audience member continued by telling us that Keys openly praised Miley's skills during the night's taping. "There was a moment when the judges were discussing one of the songs Miley had chosen for her team members to battle and Alicia said, in reference to Miley, 'This girl is a secret weapon! She knows her stuff. She's a dope girl.' Miley gave her a high five. You could sense a lot of love there." Aside from their lovefest, Miley was also seen entertaining the crowd (which is so Miley, right?). The eyewitness tells E! News, "There was one point when Miley got up and walked onto the stage and danced a little bit and the crowd went nuts." We can't wait to see it ourselves! The Voice officially returns Monday, September 19 at 8 p.m. with two new coaches and a whole bunch of new mentors, including Bette Midler, Charlie Puth, Sammy Hagar, and Joan Jett. However, Miley and Alicia will make their debuts in a special Olympic episode, which airs Aug. 21. (Eonline)

Joseph Gordon-Levitt Wants You to Be in His Subway-Performing Rock Band. Calling all aspiring musicians! (Or just diehard Joseph Gordon-Levitt fans). In celebration of his "Everyday, Spectacular" project, which encourages people to put on unique performances in unconventional settings, the actor rocked out on the drums smack dab in the middle of a subway terminal. JGL -- who sports an exceptionally sharp suit for the outing -- is seen setting up an entire drum set while unassuming passersby continue about their day in the video shared on his Facebook page. Joseph's drumming skills are top notch, and in a comment posted alongside the footage he writes, "Do you play Bass, Percussion or Horns? I'm looking for musicians to perform on this track w/ me." According to the website for the Gordon-Levitt-launched production company HitRecord, the 35-year-old's latest social venture aims to create a massive, collaborative piece of art through fan submissions. Joseph shares different challenges for those who want a piece of the performance puzzle, and voilà! anyone can be the star's bandmate. But if you're surprised by the Snowden actor's hidden talent, think again. JGL is actually a self-taught drummer, telling James Corden last year, "The cool thing about drums is that you can practice without a drum set." Musically-inclined and major acting chops? As if we needed another reason to love Joseph! (Eonline)

Barbra Streisand Sings 'The Sound of Music' Classic with Jamie Foxx in Brooklyn. "I cannot say how incredible this moment for me to be onstage with you." Barbra Streisand returned to her hometown of Brooklyn on Thursday night, and the living legend invited a few special guests to join her on the stage. In a hits-filled set that included a preview of her forthcoming 35th studio album, Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway, Streisand added a little extra star power, teaming up with Jamie Foxx and Patrick Wilson, who took the stage for a duet of "Loving You." The star entertained an A-List crowd at Brooklyn's Barclays Center which included Sarah Jessica Parker, Bravo's Andy Cohen, CBS's Gayle King and music mogul Clive Davis. Foxx joined Streisand onstage for a charming interaction before the pair delivered a soulful and uplifting version of "Climb Every Mountain" from The Sound of Music. "I cannot say how incredible this moment for me to be onstage with you," Foxx said. Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway features duets with Hugh Jackman, Alec Baldwin and Melissa McCarthy. The album arrives Aug. 26. (Hollywood Reporter)

Christina Grimmie's Family Releases 'Snow White' Music Video from Her Side A EP. Before Christina Grimmie's tragic death in June, the star was working on a series of music videos for her four-song EP, Side A. On Thursday, the singer's family released the first clip, for the opening song, "Snow White," through Billboard. In the music video, Grimmie plays a character called Jessica Blue, a young girl who's on a journey of self-discovery. Three more music videos will be released for "The Ballad of Jessica Blue." "'Jessica is at a crossroads in her life. She becomes suspicious of her boyfriend and is gripped by insecurities only to realize that she is doing more damage to her own heart and future than any relationship ever could," her manager, Brian Teefey, shared on Grimmie's Twitter account. "Jessica has an upcoming showcase where she hopes to prove to herself and others that her music is as strong as her desire to be great ... Jessica is torn between boyfriend issues, her creative issues and a general feeling of self-doubt." The former Voice contestant was laid to rest nearly two months ago, and more than 1,500 friends, family and fans showed up to remember her at an emotional public memorial service in New Jersey. "This crowd has blessed me beyond words," her father Bud told the crowd. "There is this gigantic hole in my heart that I know is never going to go away but God showed me he is way bigger than that hole. I believe that." (People)

Movies

'Wonder Woman' Director Responds to Claim Film Is a "Mess": "It's Entirely False." Patty Jenkins shared her thoughts after an anonymous letter purportedly written by a disgruntled, former Warner Bros. employee was published Friday. Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins is speaking out after an anonymous letter from someone claiming to be a former Warner Bros. employee wrote the film was "another mess" for the studio. In an anonymous letter to Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara published Friday on Pajiba, the writer details how (in the author's mind) the studio made a series of missteps leading to 2014 layoffs. The writer also has harsh words for Justice League director Zack Snyder -- blaming him for the divided response to Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and claiming his work is costing people their jobs. "What are you even doing? I wish to God you were forced to live out of a car until you made a #1 movie of the year," the letter to Tsujihara reads. "Maybe Wonder Woman wouldn't be such a mess. Don't try to hide behind the great trailer. People inside are already confirming it's another mess. It is almost impressive how you keep rewarding the same producers and executives for making the same mistakes, over and over." In a series of tweets Friday, Jenkins responded to media coverage of the letter. "Woah, just saw this press about WW having problems. Are they serious? This is some made up bs right here. Made up! Produce a source, anyone," she tweeted. "You can't because it's entirely false. Don't believe the hype people. Someone's trying to spread some serious misinfo." She went on to say claims the film was in trouble were "totally false." "Let me reassure you...Zero about the movie we are making has been called a mess by anyone in the know. Fact," she continued. "Real lasso of truth, time, will reveal that letter to be false soon enough. But lame something so transparent in its agenda gets traction." Warner Bros. declined to comment. The anonymous letter comes one week after the opening of Suicide Squad, which was disliked by critics but which is expected to cross the $400 million mark globally over the weekend. Wonder Woman, the next film in Warner Bros.' DC Extended Universe, is under particular scrutiny following the divided response to previous entries Suicide Squad, BvS and Man of Steel. Wonder Woman, which stars Gal Gadot as the DC superhero, hits theaters June 2, 2017. Follow Heat Vision on Facebook and Twitter for more from Wonder Woman. (Hollywood Reporter)

Brad Pitt's Allied Gets Teaser Trailer: Why It Already Looks Like a Dramatic Version of Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Brad Pitt is putting his spy hat on yet again. No stranger to war movies, having appeared in Inglourious Basterds and Fury, Pitt has learned a thing or two about war and spies. In his upcoming movie, Allied, Pitt stars as an intelligence officer in North Africa who forms a relationship with a French resistance fighter played by Marion Cotillard. With the pressures of war looming over them, Pitt and Cotillard's relationship becomes a risk. If the plot seems vaguely familiar, you wouldn't be wrong. A drama film taking place in the height of World War II, Allied still manages to give give us Mr. and Mrs. Smith vibes, if only because of the chemistry between Pitt and Cotillard, as well as the whole spy plot. While Mr. and Mrs. Smith, which starred Pitt and now-wife Angelina Jolie, was an action comedy, it easily shares some similar qualities. Here is what struck us in particular: The love story: While Pitt and Jolie didn't know the other was a spy, they ultimately fell in (forbidden) love and became a real couple, much to the chagrin of their spy bosses. In Allied, it appears that Pitt and Cotillard's love might also be a bad idea, give her status as a resistance fighter and his job as an intelligence officer. The women and their weapons: Both Cotillard and Jolie prove that they know what they're doing with a gun in hand. Whether it's Jolie's sniper knowledge or Cotillard's rifle work, both women are rocking the same powerhouse skills (and stance). The steamy scenes: Just look at the passion! Maybe it doesn't matter with whom Pitt is partnered because he has sizzlin' chemistry with everyone. Do you see anymore similarities after watching the trailer? Allied hits theaters Nov. 23. (Eonline)

TV

Thomas Gibson Fired From Criminal Minds. The Criminal Minds team will be down a BAU team member when it returns on Sept. 28. Original cast member Thomas Gibson has been fired from the CBS hit procedural following an on-set altercation with a producer, E! News has confirmed. "Thomas Gibson has been dismissed from Criminal Minds," ABC Studios and CBS Studios said in a statement. "Creative details for how the character's exit will be addressed in the show will be announced at a later date." Gibson, 54, has played fan-favorite Aaron Hotchner since the show debuted in 2005, and was suspended in July after kicking a writer over "creative differences" while working on an episode he was directing. He had not been on set for the last two weeks. "I love Criminal Minds and have put my heart and soul into it for the last twelve years. I had hoped to see it through to the end, but that won't be possible now," Gibson said in a statement following his departure. "I would just like to say thank you to the writers, producers, actors, our amazing crew, and, most importantly, the best fans that a show could ever hope to have." "There were creative differences on the set and a disagreement," Gibson told E! News in a statement after the incident. "I regret that it occurred. We all want to work together as a team to make the best show possible. We always have and we always will." Of the situation, a source told us, "Thomas is the most kindhearted family man. He's a great father, takes care of his mom and spends as much time with his kids as possible. He flies home every weekend to San Antonio to be with his kids after working 12-15 hour days during the week. I hate that this minor disagreement is what people are hearing about him." Gibson's departure comes after the exit of Shemar Moore, another original cast member, at the end of last season, who said he wanted to focus on having a family after playing Derek Morgan for 11 seasons. Magic Mike star Adam Rodriguez is set to make his debut as a series regular as a new special agent, while Aisha Tyler has been promoted to a series regular for the upcoming season after recurring as Dr. Tara Lewis throughout season 11. Plus, fan-favorite Paget Brewster is set to reprise the role of Prentiss for an episode. Criminal Minds returns for its 12th season on Sept. 28. (Eonline)

Netflix got an amazing boost from "Making a Murderer" -- so much so it's producing a sequel -- so imagine how much it stung when a judge virtually opened the prison door for Brendan Dassey and producers were totally out of position. The federal judge who ruled Brendan was wrongfully convicted did not give anyone a heads up, so not only were cameras NOT rolling, the immediate family was out of state, visiting relatives in Michigan. In fairness to Netflix and producers, the case had been under submission for months, and there was no way to know when a ruling would come down. The decision represents the critical moment in the sequel ... the payoff for millions who watched the first installment in outrage as Brendan and co-defendant Steven Avery were convicted. We're told producers are now scrambling to recreate the moment. Show us ... emotion. (TMZ)

An NCIS: LA Season 8 Death? LL Cool J Says... Is someone in the OSP biting the dust when NCIS: LA returns for season eight this fall?! That's what star LL Cool J has us thinking. E! News caught up with the star at the CBS, CW, Showtime Summer TCA party on Wednesday night, where he dropped the not-so-subtle hint that it might be time to say goodbye to someone for good. "#Somebody's got to die," he offered up when asked about possible hashtags for the new season. "#Somebody's got to go, you know? #Changes. #You need to watch." Consider us intrigued, LL! Could he possibly be referring to the mole within the OSP? According to the official logline for the season eight premiere, the team comes under investigation by the Under Secretary of the Navy once a mole is identified in their department. But who will it be? Start placing your bets now. Now that star Daniela Ruah, who plays agent Kensi Boyle, has revealed she's officially on maternity leave, could Kensi be the mole? LL wasn't saying, but he did reveal that the pregnancy got the creative juices flowing in the writer's room. "We don't really write around them. We just accommodate them and sometimes you can use those positive life experiences as a way to build on," he revealed. "It gives the writers something to build on and it gives them, actually, inspiration to take the whole season to another level. So, I think it kind of works out for the best." To hear more from LL, including a state of the union address on of his bromance with co-star Chris O'Donnell, be sure to check out the online video. NCIS: Los Angeles premieres on its new night and time, Sunday, Oct. 2 at 8 p.m., on CBS. (Eonline)

Homeland Renewed For Multiple Seasons! Plus, Season 6 Finally Has a Premiere Date. Finally, some news about when to expect Homeland season six. Showtime president David Nevins revealed during his exec panel at TCA Summer press tour that Carrie Mathison's adventures will begin again on Sunday, January 15, 2017. Production on the sixth season will begin in New York City in just a few weeks. The new season sees the story return to the homeland after last season's European escapades, taking place in the Big Apple. As showrunner Alex Gansa previously revealed, the season will follow the timeline between Election Day and Inauguration Day. "It's an interesting time," he said. "A transition and transfer of power is happening. In that 72 days, we're hopefully going to tell an interesting story. Whether the president is male or female, it's going to be a very interesting character." Not only did Nevins offer up a premiere date, but he also confirmed news that the thriller had been renewed for three more seasons, keeping Claire Danes on the network through season eight. We hope Carrie's stocking up on her meds! About the multi-year pick-up, Nevins said, "It's the season that's in production plus two more. This show is broken year by year... it's broken by a yearly story, it's somewhat anthological... so I don't think Alex will say 'I've broken the next three seasons of show.' We're sort of see when we get into it... whether we'll keep going or not." Nevins was joined onstage by programming president Gary Levine, who gushed about the political thriller, "Homeland was deserving a multi-season pickup without a doubt for us." We've got to say, we couldn't agree more. Are you excited that Homeland's sticking around on Showtime for years to come? (Eonline)

Showtime Renews 'Ray Donovan' for Season 5. Production on the 12-episode season is set to begin next year. Showtime's Ray Donovan isn't going anywhere. The pay cabler has renewed the Liev Schreiber-led drama for a fifth season, Showtime Networks president and CEO David Nevins announced Thursday at the Television Critics Association's summer press tour. The series, which centers on a Los Angeles-area fixer with a complicated family, is currently in the midst of its fourth season. Airing on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET/PT, season four has brought double-digit ratings increases for the drama. Ray Donovan also recently earned five Emmy nominations, including a best actor in a drama nom for Schreiber, a best supporting actor mention for Jon Voight and a best guest actor in a drama nom for Hank Azaria. Paula Malcomson, Eddie Marsan, Dash Mihok, Pooch Hall, Steven Bauer, Katherine Moennig, Kerris Dorsey and Devon Bagby co-star. Production on the 12-episode fifth season of Ray Donovan is set to begin next year. The Showtime-produced series was created by Ann Biderman and is executive produced by David Hollander, Mark Gordon, Bryan Zuriff and Lou Fusaro. Ray Donovan joins Showtime original dramas Homeland, Shameless, Masters of Sex, The Affair, Billions and newcomer Roadies, the last of which has yet to be renewed for season two. In addition to the highly anticipated Twin Peaks revival in 2017, the pay cabler also has upcoming dramas I'm Dying Up Here and Purity. Season four of Ray Donovan concludes in September. (Hollywood Reporter)

TBS Orders James Corden, Ben Winston 'Late Late Show' Bit 'Drop the Mic' to Series. The series will pit celebrities against each other in a rap battle every week. Watch out, Lip Sync Battle -- The Late Late Show producers are coming for you. TBS on Thursday announced a straight-to-series pickup for comedic music competition series Drop the Mic, inspired by James Corden and Ben Winston's popular sketch on their CBS late-night show. The Turner-owned network has picked up 16 episodes of the series, with a host to be announced later. Drop the Mic will pit four celebrities against each other in a rap battle. Each week's winner will be chosen by the studio audience. TBS describes the show as a mixture of comedy and music. The series will be executive produced by Corden, Winston, Jensen Karp and former battle rapper Hot Karl. The project hails from CBS Television Studios, where Winston's Fulwell 73 recently inked an overall deal. "Drop the Mic is such an exciting show, and we can't wait to begin making it," Winston said in a statement. "Every time we have done this segment on The Late Late Show, it has become a massive viral moment. Now with TBS as our perfect partner, we hope to create some really memorable television." The Late Late Show segment has been one of the highlights of Corden's late-night series following "Carpool Karaoke," which has already spawned a TV series and a similarly themed entry at Spike TV -- Caraoke Showdown, hosted by Craig Robinson. Spike TV has found ratings and viral video success with Lip Sync Battle, which started as a regular bit on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. NBC famously passed on the reality competition series that has since seen Spike develop the format for global markets as well as a kid's take. To play off that, Spike looked at Corden's popular "Carpool Karaoke" bit and developed Caraoke Showdown. In return, CBS Television Studios announced it was developing Carpool Karaoke as a stand-alone TV series. That show recently sold to Apple TV as the latter begins to push into original music-themed programming. Meanwhile, ABC is readying a series based on Jimmy Kimmel's late-night bit Who Knows. For TBS, the series marks the cabler's first new unscripted show since adding Michael Bloom as senior vp, unscripted and special event programming. "James Corden and Ben Winston have struck a nerve with their celebrity-driven, music-infused, incredibly fun content," said Bloom. "This series embodies the kind of unique and surprising programming we are looking for as we reinvent our approach to this genre within the new TBS brand." (Hollywood Reporter)

Saturday Night Live Exits Explained: Taran Killam and Jay Pharoah Will Star in Their Own Showtime Pilots. Everything makes so much sense now! On Monday, we learned that Jay Pharoah and Taran Killam were leaving SNL, each with a year left on their seven year contracts. Killam claimed he was not given a reason for not being asked back, but assumed it had something to do with his upcoming projects that would interfere with the show's rigorous schedule. Today, Showtime announced that it had cast both Pharoah and Killam as the lead roles in their own pilots, set to debut in 2017, which presumably would have begun filming before season 42 of the NBC sketch show would have ended. Pharoah will be playing the lead in White Famous, which is a half-hour comedy about a young black comedian "whose star is rising, forcing him to navigate the treacherous waters of maintaining his credibility as he begins to cross-over towards becoming 'white famous.'" The pilot was written by Tom Kapinos based on an idea by Jamie Foxx, and Foxx will play a recurring character. Killam, meanwhile, will star in Mating, a half-hour anthology comedy pilot from Jason Katims (Parenthood, Friday Night Lights) and Stu Zicherman (The Americans, The Affair). The first season will focus on Killam as a recently divorced guy who married young and now finds himself unprepared for the current world of dating. Future seasons would tell different dating-related stories. Showtime executives David Nevins and Gary Levine addressed the SNL exit news while speaking to reporters during Showtime's Television Critics' Association press tour. "Our conversations have always been with the actors," as opposed to conversations with Saturday Night Live, Nevins explained. "It's been happening over the last several weeks, individually, and we were prepared to work around their SNL schedule." "Knowing they were going into their final year, we were comfortable working around it," Levine said. "Our schedule got easier when they were released from the show," added Nevins. Pharoah and Killam also sounded off on their new gigs after the announcement was made: "Current mood," Pharoah tweeted, alongside a picture of him grinning with a giant bottle of vodka. Killam, meanwhile, immediately started making Friday Night Lights references to celebrate working with Jason Katims. Basically, both guys seem thrilled, and despite the fact that we'll miss them both greatly on SNL this season, we're pretty thrilled too. (Eonline)



Fox News Unveils New Leadership Team. Fox Television Stations CEO Jack Abernethy and Fox News senior executive vice president Bill Shine were named as co-presidents. Rupert Murdoch is assembling the new Fox News leadership team after the ouster of chief Roger Ailes. Fox Television Stations CEO Jack Abernethy and Fox News senior executive vp Bill Shine were named as co-presidents. Abernethy will oversee all business components of Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network including finance, advertising sales and distribution units, while Shine will run all programming and news functions of each network, including production, technical operations and talent management. Shine will continue to oversee all strategic planning throughout the current election season, including election night. Suzanne Scott, Shine's second-in-command, has been upped to executive vp programming and development for Fox News Channel and will continue to report to Shine. Scott will supervise the Fox News daytime and primetime opinion shows and lead development of new programming. "Jack was integral to the launch and success of Fox News nearly 20 years ago and we're delighted he's returning to take on this additional role," said Murdoch in a statement. "As we continue to benefit from his strong leadership of Fox Television Stations, his strategic vision and deep knowledge of the cable news business will ensure continued growth of Fox News and Fox Business Network for generations to come." He added, "Bill Shine has developed and produced a signature primetime that has dominated the cable news landscape for 14 of his 20 years with Fox News. His leadership and keen eye for programming has played a fundamental role in the success of both Fox News and Fox Business Network." Jay Wallace, who was promoted to executive vp news editorial last April, will continue to manage the news division; he reports to Shine. Additionally, CFO Mark Kranz will retire. In his statement, Murdoch thanked Kranz for his 19 years of service to the Fox News and noted that he was "instrumental in increasing profitability across all of our key properties. We are grateful for his many contributions to the company and we extend our best wishes to him as he embarks on a new chapter." The announcement caps weeks of speculation about who the 85-year-old Murdoch would tap to run the successful channel in the wake of a sexual harassment scandal that has rocked the cable news network. Shine, a 20-year veteran of the network, was as much of a No. 2 as Ailes ever had at the network he ruled with an iron grip, making every programming decision and hand-picking all on-air personnel. But Shine, a no-nonsense newsman, is well liked in the newsroom. And Murdoch has stressed continuity and stability in the wake of a flurry of sexual harassment allegations against Ailes, reportedly including from the network's top female star, Megyn Kelly. (Ailes, through his attorney, has denied the allegations.) More than 20 women have detailed unwanted encounters with Ailes to lawyers tasked by 21st Century Fox to investigate the matter. And the drumbeat of stories about Ailes has also name-checked multiple senior executives including Kranz, who was CFO when the network authorized a relatively large $3.15 million settlement agreement with a former booker, Laurie Luhn, who recently told New York magazine's Gabriel Sherman that Ailes harassed and "psychologically tortured" her for 20 years. Shine's and Scott's names also surfaced in media reports concerning Ailes' behavior. Ousted anchor Andrea Tantaros alleged that she complained to Shine and Scott last year of unwanted advances at the hands of Ailes. Shine and Scott have denied that Tantaros mentioned Ailes. And a source with knowledge of the situation says Tantaros' complaints were about four other individuals, and were thoroughly investigated. And in making the announcement, Murdoch obliquely referred to the scandal that has rocked the network. "While this has been a time of great transition, there has never been a greater opportunity for Fox News and Fox Business to better serve and expand their audiences. Together with our worldwide team of dedicated professionals, we are the most influential and powerful brand in television." (Hollywood Reporter)