Tito Jackson -- Jermaine Didn't Mean Michael Jackson Would Be NOTHING Without Jackson 5

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Tito Jackson calmly and coolly defended his brother Jermaine, who told TMZ earlier in the week, "If it wasn't for the Jackson 5, there would be no Michael Jackson."

Tito told our photog in Calabasas Friday ... Jermaine was misunderstood, and he explains why.

Tito also bristled at Debbie Rowe's comment to us ... the Jackson 4 are all bad influences on Michael's kids.

TMZ broke the story ... Debbie intends to seek guardianship of Paris and Prince -- her biological kids -- and would also like to bring Blanket along for the ride, because she believes the current guardianship is damaging all 3 children.

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Kylie and Kendall Jenner -- We're So Rich ... We Go to BOTH Coachella Weekends

Most young people going to Coachella scrape together all their cash for the trip ... but when you're rich like Kylie and Kendall Jenner -- you get TWO WEEKENDS of hipster desert love.

The Jenner girls hit up Indio for the second set of Coachella shows yesterday ... and this weekend they made better fashion choices.

General admission tickets to the annual festival cost around $400 bucks ... but V.I.P tickets -- which we're guessing they bought -- run for $800.

Must be nice.

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Thunder From Down Under -- 103-Year Old Lady Got a Face Full of Junk

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Age 'aint nothing but a number ... even when a 103-year old lady wants you to swing your crotch around while wearing a pair of skivies.

The guys at the "Thunder From Down Under" show in Las Vegas treated Hilda Eveleyn Kottman -- a minor internet celeb -- to a special dance Friday night in the V.I.P. lounge.

We're told the guys had to make a special trip to her section ... because Grandma Evelyn would take too long getting to the stage.

Talk about putting another shrimp on the barbie.

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Alicia Silverstone: Good Genes or Good Docs?

Alicia Silverstone is still a total betty!

Here's the 18-year-old version of the uber-cute "Clueless" star at a premiere in Los Angeles back in 1994 (left) -- and 20 years later, the now 37-year-old mother and author at a book signing in New York earlier this month (right).

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'X-Men' Director Bryan Singer -- I Wasn't In Hawaii During Alleged Sexual Assault -- and I Have Proof

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Bryan Singer believes he has proof that will blow his sexual accuser out of the water ... he was NOT in Hawaii during the period he allegedly committed a sexual assault.

Michael Egan claims in a new lawsuit Singer anally raped him and forced hard drugs on him during 2 separate trips to Hawaii in August and October, 1999.

Sources connected with Singer tell TMZ ... the "X-Men" director has proof he was NOT in Hawaii during that period ... he was in Toronto shooting the first "X-Men" movie.

We're told Singer will file credit card bills and various other documents proving he was in Toronto during the times in question.

We know the movie itself was shot Sept. 22 - March 3 in Toronto, but there was pre-production and we're told Singer was present.

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Alanis Morissette -- You Oughta Know ... I GOT MY DOG BACK!!!

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The Alanis Morissette dognapping saga is OVER ... TMZ has learned the rocker's prized pup has been returned to her.

As TMZ first reported, Morissette sued her old housekeeper claiming the woman stole her dog -- a 10 lb Chihuahua/Pug mix named Circus -- after Alanis fired her.

The housekeeper claimed Alanis hated the dog and wanted her gone.

But isn't it ironic ... today in court, Alanis' attorney dropped the suit because Circus is now safe and sound back at the home of Alanis and her hubby, Mario Treadway.

It figures.

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Wu-Tang Affiliated Rapper Defended By Fellow Rapper ... No Drug Use, Signs of Mental Illness

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Supreme -- a friend of Christ Bearer's and a fellow Wu-Tang affiliated rapper -- says he saw nothing in C.B. that would have ever made him think he was capable of cutting off his penis and then trying to kill himself.

As TMZ first reported, Mr. Bearer (real name Andre Johnson) was rushed to the hospital earlier this week after his crazy suicide attempt ... but doctors were not able to reattach his penis .

Supreme says he never saw any signs of mental illness in his friend, and never saw him do any illicit drugs ... just cigarettes, alcohol and a little weed.

Supreme says he visited his friend in the hospital and now it's just time to "let the brother heal."

For his part, Christ Bearer did take to Facebook on Thursday to say he was blessed. Wonder if he posted that before or after doctors gave him the bad news?

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Kris Jenner -- Prankster Ring Is Sabotaging the Kardashian Family

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A group of pranksters is on a diabolical mission to destroy the Kardashian family -- planting fake stories in the media, spreading nasty rumors, even making fake restaurant reservations -- at least ... Kris Jenner thinks so.

Sources close to Kris tell us, the matriarch is convinced she and the rest of the Kardashian family are the victims in an elaborate prank plot -- and she believes the people behind it are the same people who spread rumors she was in a sex tape .

We're told the group is responsible for a string of pranks against the family -- planting bogus stories about the sex tape, Kris dating a rapper, Kim's wedding, Rob Kardashian in rehab, and more.

Even crazier ... Kris believes one of the pranksters has been impersonating her to a tee, booking fake photoshoots and fancy restaurant reservations around the country.

We're told the group booked a Kardashian reservation at every Nobu in America last week -- and Kris only found out when her phone rang off the hook with requests to confirm. We're told Kris has now given her favorite restaurants code words to verify Kardashian reservations from here out.

Just when you thought the Kardashians couldn't get any faker.

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Guess Who This Bat Boy Turned Into!

Before this beat-dropping little boy became a world renowned DJ he was just another Batman lovin' lad growing up in California. Can you guess who he is?

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Jessica Simpson -- My Fiance Is an All-Pro Toddler Tosser

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Jessica Simpson’s fiancé, Eric Johnson, threw their almost 2-year-old daughter a good 10 feet into the air during at the beach ... which is awesome! Or maybe the most reckless parenting ever.

Anyway, at least Jessica didn't post a pic online for everyone to-- oooh ... never mind.

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Puddle of Mudd Lead Singer Wes Scantlin Goes BALLISTIC on Stage [VIDEO]

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Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin went absolutely CRAZY during a show Wednesday night ... throwing his microphone into the crowd during a ridiculous on-stage meltdown.

It's unclear what caused Scantlin to lose it during the Dallas show (some reports say fans were upset because it appeared he was lip-syncing) but it was epic.

Scantlin's mic tossing might have injured a fan -- we're told paramedics were called to tend to an injured concertgoer. Medics won't say what the caused the injury, but TMZ spoke to several witnesses who pinned it on the flying mic.

TMZ reached out to Scantlin ... so far, no word back.

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Chris Brown Accuser -- He Punches Like a Little Girl

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On a scale of 1 to 10 -- where 10 is a strong manly punch -- Chris Brown punches at a 6 ... so says the guy accusing the singer of assaulting him in D.C. last year.

20-year-old Parker Adams was on the stand today in the trial of Brown's bodyguard Christopher Hollosy -- also accused of assaulting Adams -- when he was asked to evaluate the strength of Brown's punch compared to his bodyguard's.

Adams said Brown's punch was a 6 and Hollosy's was a 10.

Hollosy has been charged with misdemeanor assault and faces 6 months in jail if convicted. Brown's trial is expected to begin as early as Friday.

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Mike Epps -- Accused of Assaulting Woman at 'Haunted House 2' Premiere After-Party

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Mike Epps has been accused of punching a woman in the face Wednesday night after the premiere of "Haunted House 2" -- but sources close to Epps tell TMZ, the actor didn't lay a finger on her.

The incident occurred at the after-party at Lucky Strike in Downtown L.A. -- law enforcement sources tell TMZ, the woman claimed she had a prior romantic relationship with Epps ... and wanted to confront him about something.

According to law enforcement sources, the woman told police Epps then punched her in the face. She called cops and filed a report, but cops say there was zero sign of injury on the woman. Epps also told police he never touched her.

Sources close to Epps insist the woman was nothing more than a fan -- we're told the actor had asked for privacy because he was with his wife ... and the woman allegedly grew belligerent, throwing a drink at both of them. We're told Epps then asked security to escort her out of the party.

Law enforcement sources tell us, the case has been referred to the domestic violence division because the alleged victim claims she had a prior relationship with Epps. The investigation is ongoing.

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Billy Hunkee in 'Soul Plane': 'Memba Him?!

Ryan Pinkston was only 15-years-old when he played the dweeby white kid Billy Hunkee -- opposite Tom Arnold -- in the 2004 comedy "Soul Plane." Guess what he looks like now!

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Porsha Williams -- Most Glam Mug Shot Ever

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Porsha Williams is gonna have bitches clamoring for jailhouse makeovers after they see the mug shot she just took in Atlanta.

TMZ obtained the mug shot ... taken when the Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member turned herself in to the Fulton County Sheriff to be booked for simple battery ... a misdemeanor.

As TMZ first reported ... an arrest warrant was issued for Porsha stemming from the brawl she had with Kenya Moore while shooting RHOA.

Porsha was released immediately after posting her $2,000 bail. She paid cash.

Work.

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Miley Cyrus Emergency -- More Like MILEY SINUS EMERGENCY

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Miley Cyrus' hospitalization was triggered by a sinus infection gone horribly wrong, TMZ has learned.

Reps for Miley tell us, the singer got an Rx for an antibiotic called cephalexin (brand name Keflex) to treat a sinus infection after getting diagnosed last week in North Carolina.

We're told within days Miley's throat swelled to the point she could barely talk. She was rushed to the hospital Tuesday night and, according to her rep, doctors determined she had an extreme allergic reaction to the drug.

We're told Miley never got a cephalexin script before so she had no idea she was allergic.

She'll remain hospitalized until her condition improves. Her doctor says an allergic reaction of this kind can last 27 days.

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Will Arnett Files for Divorce from Amy Poehler

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This is not a trick, Michael -- "Arrested Development" star Will Arnett has officially filed for divorce from Amy Poehler ... nearly two years after the couple separated.

According to People, Arnett wants joint legal and physical custody of their two sons aged 5 and 3. He also wants visitation.

43-year-old Arnett and 42--year-old Poehler got married in 2003.

Since they separated, Arnett has reportedly been dating Billy Joel's ex-wife Katie Lee and Poehler has been linked to comedian Nick Kroll.

This is Arnett's second divorce and Poehler's first.

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Kate Upton -- Of Course I Love My Body ... I'm Hot, You Idiots

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This is fantastic: Kate Upton -- one of the hottest women in the world -- has bravely taken it upon herself to dispel crazy reports she's insecure about her body ... insisting she loves every inch of her flawless physique.

The Sun newspaper ran a story over the weekend purporting to quote Kate, who allegedly said, "I wish I had smaller boobs every day of my life." But Kate now insists she never said that.

She just tweeted, "Unfortunately, what was said about my body is completely made up to try and drum up controversy where there is none. Like every woman, I have moments of insecurity, but I love and am proud of my body -- every part of it -- and wouldn't change a thing."

That's right. Kate Upton wouldn't change a thing about her body. Imagine that.

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Todd Chrisley -- I Don't Want to Drug Test My Son ... I HAVE TO!

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Todd Chrisley isn't joking around on his reality show "Chrisley Knows Best" -- he really does drug test his son every week ... calling it "a necessity."

Our photog in New York City caught up with Chrisley and the rest of the family, where we picked his brain on good parenting ... and what he thinks is the biggest problem facing kids today.

Chrisley has said on his show he's spent a million bucks on rehab facilities for his 23-year-old son Kyle ... but now tells us Kyle also has to be drug tested weekly.

Watch our clip ... Todd makes it clear the testing's not just for cameras.

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Diddy -- Howard University Officials Shrug Off Students ... Diddy Will Speak As Planned!!!

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DIDDY CANNOT BE SILENCED -- at least at Howard University's upcoming commencement ceremony ... despite some major backlash from the student population.

Howard U.'s students are up in arms after Sean "Diddy" Combs was selected to speak at the school's graduation -- mostly because Diddy dropped out of Howard ... and many students believe he isn't a worthy role model.

But Howard's not backing down -- a rep for the school tells us, commencement will go forward next month as planned ... with Diddy helming the prestigious commencement speech (former speakers include Bill Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, and Maya Angelou).

The rep adds, "Howard University continues the tradition of identifying leaders whose work has clearly contributed to the advancement of their fields and the world ... We are honored to have Mr. Combs serve as our speaker."

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'Big Lebowski' -- The Jesus Speaks ... Spin-Off Is a Real Possibility

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Nobody f***s with the Jesus -- a "Big Lebowski" spin-off starring the world's favorite pederast COULD ACTUALLY HAPPEN ... at least according to the guy who plays Jesus in the movie.

John Turturro was out in NYC Tuesday when we asked about the rumors that have been circulating for years -- that the Jesus will rise again -- and John told us ... a spin-off MAY be in the works.

You'll have to watch the video to decide if John's for real or not -- but let's be honest, the Jesus doesn't mess around.

Then again ... 8-year-olds, dude.

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Heidi Klum -- Topless Vacay with Younger Boyfriend

Heidi Klum's new boyfriend, 27-year-old Vito Schnabel, went topless yesterday as he palled around in the ocean with Heidi in Tulum, Mexico.

Oh, did we mention SHE WAS TOPLESS TOO?!?!?!?

Schnabel is an art dealer in New York City. He's been previously linked to Demi Moore, Elle Macpherson and Liv Tyler. His father is Julian Schnabel ... director of films like "The Diving Bell and the Butterfly," "Before Night Falls," and "Basquiat."

Hard knock life.

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Justin Bieber -- Taquitos Muy Bueno Quando Estoy Drogado

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We don't know for sure if Justin Bieber was stoned Sunday ... who are we kidding, he dropped more than $240 on fast Mexican food -- of course he was.

Justin and crew rolled up to celebrity hotspot Pinches Tacos on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood on his way to Coachella and dropped $185 on a South of the boarder feast, consisting of:

-- 13 steak tacos

-- 9 chicken tostadas

-- 8 chicken tacos

-- 3 taco plates

-- 1 steak burrito

-- 1 chicken burrito

-- 4 orders of chips and salsa

-- 10 bottles of water

-- 9 Mexican sodas

Justin waited in a Mercedes van while someone from his crew picked up the grub and left a $55 tip, on Justin's credit card.

Ese Pinches Bieber.

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