78-year-old “Cobra Kai” villain Martin Kove was asked to leave a fan convention Sunday in Washington after he BIT his co-star Alicia Hannah-Kim. For those unfamiliar with the show or “Karate Kid” movies, Martin played John Kreese.  Alicia played another villainous sensei in Seasons 5 and 6. She didn’t press charges even though the bite almost drew blood and left a bruise.

You’ve probably heard that we’re getting a fourth “Meet the Parents”.  So far, Ben Stiller, Robert De Niro, and Owen Wilson are returning, along with the addition of Ariana Grande. But Barbra Streisand might not be back. She says she wasn’t paid the same as her co-stars for the other films, and she’s still not happy about it. To get an idea of her pay, according to a 2011 report, she was paid $7 million for “Little Fockers”, while Ben and Robert earned $20 million, and Dustin Hoffman got $7.5 million.

For the first time in 32 years, Dolly Parton is headed back to the Vegas strip for an extended run. The country queen just announced a six-show mini-residency at Caesars Palace this December called “Dolly: Live in Las Vegas”. On top of it all, Dolly just put out a rock song with Motley Crue . . . She’s got a Broadway musical on the way . . . and she’s being honored with a humanitarian award at the Oscars this fall. 

The Wrap says Johnny Knoxville is going to host Fox’s new “Fear Factor: The Next Chapter” show. The series promises to be bigger and more daring than ever before. Contestants will compete in horrifying stunts in a remote location.

Page Six says Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise reunited for the first time in 24 years at the “F1” London premiere. They hugged and laughed together.  The actors last met in 2001, embracing at a 9/11 benefit event. 

Page Six says Hulk Hogan is set to open a $7 million bar, named Slam, across from Madison Square Garden. The bar will feature Hogan memorabilia, screens playing his greatest moments, a wall of windows facing MSG, and his own beer brand.

Nation’s Restaurant News says Jimmy John’s has hired Walton Goggins to narrate a romance novel for a sandwich promotion. Customers must order sandwiches twice to get the audiobook.

Stage Right Secrets says Jelly Roll was recently performing at the Buckeye Country Superfest when he brought actor and comedian Kevin James out on stage. The two looked alike with backward baseball caps, black vests, and jeans. They sang Jelly Roll’s hit song “Need a Favor” 

Morgan Wallen was doing an interview for a recent edition of People magazine when he said his son Indigo’s feisty personality brings him joy. “My son has a little attitude, and I like that spunk. He told his grandpa, ‘I don’t want you to stay here anymore,’ and it cracked me up — he’s got personality for sure.”

Fortune magazine says Jeff Bezos is ensuring he has a prenup in place for his upcoming wedding to Lauren Sanchez. He did not have one with ex-wife MacKenzie Scott.  Bezos and Sanchez’s delayed nuptials are leading to speculation about the legal agreements surrounding their marriage.  Bezos is aiming to safeguard his assets and ensure financial security for his children from his first marriage. Scott walked away with more than $38 billion in Amazon shares.

Page Six says Dax Shepard and Eric Dane almost fought at an AA meeting after a threat was made. Shepard recalled Dane warning someone at the meeting and then challenging him to go outside. The actors, who left the meeting to argue, are now friends.

Brigada News says Blake Lively is allegedly no longer trying to reconcile with Taylor Swift after legal issues and a subpoena related to her harassment lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. An insider reveals, “The friendship is officially over for good now. The drama and legal troubles have taken a toll on their relationship. She is done chasing someone who clearly does not want to reconnect.” 

The Daily Mail says Kevin Costner’s ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, is set to marry his former friend, Josh Connor. A source says the former couple’s friends are taking sides. “Kevin’s true friends immediately cut off Christine and Josh and would never attend their wedding, even if invited. Their loyalty to Kevin is solid.”

Tinsel Town Talk – Tue 06/24/2025