Karen Ruiz, US Assistant Editor (Exclusives)

Karen is an assistant editor on the US Exclusives Desk, where she started as a reporter helping uncover entertainment/showbiz scoops. She has previously worked in DailyMail's offices in Sydney and London.

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Love nest upgrade! Brad Pitt gives his $12million LA mansion a palm tree paradise makeover for live-in girlfriend Ines de Ramon

31/01/26 03:14

Exclusive new Daily Mail photos show Pitt has transformed the grounds of his sprawling Hollywood Hills home he now shares with girlfriend, Ines de Ramon - swapping out traditional landscaping for rows of palm trees....read

Troubled Mickey Rourke spotted enjoying swanky dinner in LA as money woes and eviction drama loom
19/01/26 07:10
Mickey Rourke was recently spotted dining in style at trendy Italian restaurant, the Little Door - just days before he'd resurface with a gaunt face and bald head amid his mounting money woes.
Photos show Kris Jenner's new $21M Hidden Hills home
07/01/26 06:54
Kris Jenner now has a lavish home to go with her age-defying new look... and it's close enough that Timothée Chalamet could show up at her door to borrow a cup of sugar.
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Oops!... she did it again! Britney Spears suffers nip slip as she wanders luxury Cabo resort with martini in hand during birthday getaway
16/12/25 01:34
The pop icon, who just turned 44 on December 2, was seen at Las Ventanas al Paraiso resort in Cabo, where onlookers say she spent the afternoon socializing with guests and drinking espresso martinis.
As celebrities flock to Mallorca, here's how Palma is quietly resisting becoming the next influencer playground in the age of selfie tourism
30/11/25 11:59
Palma de Mallorca isn't turning its back on visitors. It's simply defining the kind of tourism it wants.
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Fears as Days of Our Lives is beset by string of tragedies... leaving producers desperately scrambling to save iconic show
08/11/25 01:37
Days has a wealth of cast members who have been on board for 30 years or more. But despite providing a constant for viewers, actors' ages are now a concern for show bosses.
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Hollywood Scream queen who found fame playing a mom in one of the greatest movies of all time is still fabulous at 76. Can you guess who?
20/10/25 12:43
She is best known for playing the loving mother in one of the most beloved sci-fi films of all time, starring a very young and adorable Drew Barrymore.
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Beloved actress who played loud, loving matriarch in 2002 romcom makes rare outing in LA...can you guess who?
22/09/25 07:35
She first made her mark belting out songs on Broadway in the mid 60s before going on to land her iconic role on the silver screen as one of Hollywood's most unforgettable mothers.
Maureen McCormick was Marcia Brady before battling serious addictions...see her now with her husband after 40 years of marriage
07/09/25 04:14
Maureen McCormick became America's golden girl at just 13 years old as one of the original members of TV's Brady Bunch family.
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Kevin Costner drops explosive images that threaten to blow 'unscripted rape' claim sky-high
19/08/25 06:08
Kevin Costner has hit back at stuntwoman Devyn LaBella's lawsuit in new court filings containing images that appear to show she was smiling and 'comfortable' on set while rehearsing a 'rape' scene.
She was married to a Hollywood icon before becoming a silver screen siren in her own right...can you guess who?
11/08/25 02:58
She stole the heart of a true Hollywood legend with her bombshell looks and went on to get three Oscar nominations of her own.
Mario Barrios retains title and honors San Antonio's spirit in epic Pacquiao clash - with powerhouse attorney Thomas J. Henry's support
21/07/25 02:15
San Antonio's pride Mario 'El Azteca' Barrios carried with him the weight of his city, his roots, and the unwavering support of powerhouse attorney and longtime sponsor Thomas J. Henry.
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'Killer' teen's chilling comments are revealed after she was charged with murdering her mother and stepfather
12/07/25 07:19
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, had curated a chilling portrait of grief on social media for months after allegedly shooting her mother Kristin and stepfather James Brock dead back in February.
Lara Flynn Boyle, 55, shows off her famously svelte frame during first public outing in two years
15/06/25 02:37
Lara Flynn Boyle was spotted in a rare public outing while walking her dog near her Los Angeles home, DailyMail.com photos show.
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Actress who starred in iconic on-screen love triangle steps out with actor husband of 40+ years...can you guess who?
04/06/25 07:51
Her breakout role as a young college graduate caught in one of the most iconic love triangles in cinematic history saw her catapult to stardom in the late 60s - and even earned her an Oscar nomination.
Kathy Griffin stumbles upon scene of fatal freak accident on her afternoon power walk in Malibu
23/05/25 03:24
Kathy Griffin found herself in the middle of a terrifying situation when her exercise session came to a deadly end.
Not your average Roman Holiday! Art, aperitivo, and DJs at Italy's new five-star art'otel Rome Piazza Sallustio
21/05/25 09:28
Rome might be famous for its ancient wonders - but its newest hotel is anything but stuck in the past.
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Kelsey Grammer breaks silence on Cheers co-star George Wendt's death at 76 as he leads cast tributes
21/05/25 12:19
The legendary actor played the beloved Norm Peterson on the hit NBC show from 1982-1993 and earned six consecutive Emmy nominations for the role.
Cheers actor George Wendt dead at 76 as tributes paid to 'doting family man and friend'
20/05/25 07:55
A legendary Cheers actor has died aged 76.
80s TV heartthrob who could save the day with a Swiss Army knife and duct tape gets a haircut in Malibu...who is it?
28/04/25 08:26
He found fame as the heartthrob who could save the day with a Swiss Army knife and some duct tape in a popular 80s television series.
Melinda Gates cozies up to new boyfriend as she dumps on cheating ex Bill in new memoir four years after divorce
14/04/25 08:17
Melinda French Gates is looking happier than ever as she debuts both a new memoir and a new man for the first time since her split from billionaire ex-husband Bill Gates.
She was an 80s sex symbol before famously playing Chandler Bing's mom, can you guess who she is?
12/04/25 10:54
She had a glittering television career that included roles on Dallas, General Hospital, Days of Our Lives, and Falcon Crest, in addition to being one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1980s.
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Howie Mandel and wife Terry are seen for the first time since she took a nasty fall while high on pot gummies
06/04/25 08:39
Howie Mandel and his wife Terry have been seen together for the first time since she suffered a nasty fall and seriously injured her face while high on cannabis gummies last year.
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He found fame in the '70s as the charming doctor aboard the Pacific Princess and he's still acting at 91...can you guess who?
27/03/25 04:19
He's still taking occasional roles at the age of 91, nearly a half century after he first found fame. Do you know who he is?
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Pete Davidson spotted with girlfriend Elsie Hewitt after fans left 'confused' by his tattoos amid removal claim
23/03/25 05:42
Pete Davidson was spotted in New York City on Saturday with his new girlfriend, just days after the pair soaked up the sun in Palm Beach. The pair bundled up for a chilly night in the Big Apple,
Red Hot Chili Peppers' Anthony Kiedis spotted for first time since ex Ione Skye's abortion bombshell
23/03/25 01:18
Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis has been spotted for the first time since his one-time girlfriend, actress Ione Skye revealed she underwent an abortion alone at 17.
Pete Davidson and his new 'non-celebrity' girlfriend Elsie Hewitt make romance official
21/03/25 01:45
Hollywood's serial dater, 31, was recently reported to have a new lady in his life with whom he's said to be 'very happy', following his split with actress Madelyn Cline last year.
Pete Davidson gets hot and heavy with Elsie Hewitt, 29, as her romantic history with Hollywood stars are revealed
19/03/25 08:54
He's said to be dating a 'non-celebrity' - a departure from his usual lineup of A-list girlfriends - but DailyMail.com can reveal Pete Davidson's new flame is no stranger to Hollywood.
Pete Davidson packs on the PDA with new 'non-celebrity' girlfriend Elsie Hewitt during steamy Palm Beach getaway
19/03/25 03:28
Pete Davidson was seen heating things with his new flame Elsie Hewitt during a sun-soaked getaway in Palm Beach, exclusive DailyMail.com photos show.
Sam Elliott shows he's the ultimate old-fashioned gentleman while grocery shopping with wife Katharine Ross
09/03/25 03:36
Hollywood veteran Sam Elliott was spotted grocery shopping with wife Katharine Ross in Los Angeles in a recent rare outing offering a glimpse into their enduring 41-year marriage.
Fitness felons! Elizabeth Holmes and RHOSLC star Jen Shah are seen exchanging smiles as they work up a sweat in Texas prison
01/03/25 10:05
Infamous fraudsters Elizabeth Holmes and Jen Shah have traded their old schemes for new routines in prison, according to new Daily Mail photos giving a rare glimpse of their life behind bars.
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Richard Simmons' brother fires back after housekeeper accuses him of spending $844K from late star's trust
19/02/25 02:00
Richard Simmons' brother Lenny is speaking out after being accused of spending over $843,000 from the late fitness guru's trust by Simmons' former housekeeper.
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Demi Moore takes beloved pooch Pilaf on doggy playdate with friend and daughter Scout amid Oscar buzz
17/02/25 01:55
Demi Moore is still taking time to enjoy life's simple pleasures amid a very successful award season - treating her beloved dog to a play date in Beverly Hills.
He dated co-star Demi Moore decades before his career-defining role in a hit CBS sitcom...who is he?
07/02/25 04:34
His brief off-screen romance with co-star Demi Moore was back in the spotlight this week after an eye-opening revelation about their 1984 comedy drama film.
Why edgy Demi Moore movie is being erased from history by film director amid her Oscar nom for The Substance
06/02/25 04:37
Her jaw-dropping performance in The Substance has earned her her first Oscar nomination, but one of Demi Moore's earliest films is now causing a stir for a very different reason.
Instagram boss Adam Mosseri reveals popular user 'hack' for boosting likes and views DOESN'T actually work
31/01/25 05:24
Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri, 42, shared some secrets to optimizing users' presence on the social media app, in an exclusive interview with DailyMail.com this week.
Justin Baldoni is all smiles after leaking bombshell Blake Lively evidence in It Ends With Us lawsuits
28/01/25 05:42
Justin Baldoni looked to be in good spirits as he enjoyed a recent family outing, amid bombshell developments in his and Blake Lively's ongoing legal feud.
Will Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni trial be televised? A legal expert weighs in as court date is set
28/01/25 01:51
A legal expert has weighed in on the possibility of the Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni trial being televised.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds double down on bid to gag Justin Baldoni after lawsuit website reveal
27/01/25 05:47
In a letter to the judge presiding over the case on Monday, the couple's attorney are urgently requesting a conference to highlight their 'growing concerns' over Baldoni's lawyer's recent comments.
Last surviving member of iconic 1960s folk rock band seen grocery shopping in LA...can you guess who it is?
15/01/25 04:45
She was once the voice of a groundbreaking folk rock group that helped define the music scene during the 1960s counterculture movement.
Donald Trump is sentenced to unconditional discharge in Stormy Daniels hush money case as he becomes first US president with criminal conviction
10/01/25 03:18
Donald Trump was officially sentenced in the New York hush money case involving porn star Stormy Daniels, putting him on track to become the first convicted felon to be sworn in as president.
This 80s soap opera star known for her signature blonde locks was unrecognizable while visiting a beauty salon...who is she?
05/01/25 02:32
She was the epitome of 1980s glamour with her fabulous platinum blonde hair that became her character's trademark in one of TV's most popular soap operas.
Jennifer Lopez's father David, 82, reacts to her divorce from Ben Affleck during rare public outing
24/12/24 06:45
Jennifer Lopez's devoted father gave a surprising take on her divorce from Ben Affleck, during a rare public sighting in LA, DailyMail.com can reveal.
Tony Buzbee, lawyer for Diddy's 'victims' is accused of shaking down celebrities as his embarrassing drunk driving mugshot re-emerges
19/12/24 10:45
Tony Buzbee, the Texas-based attorney taking on Sean Diddy Combs, and now Jay-Z, in lawsuits alleging sexual abuse has a dark past of his own, DailyMail.com has learned.
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Former child star is best known for her role as the perfect blonde eldest sister in a famous TV family...who is she?
19/12/24 07:35
At just 13 years old she charmed viewers as the sweet, pretty, blonde, 'girl next door' and responsible eldest sister to her four siblings on the hit show's original five-season run in the late 60s and early 70s.
Diddy seen getting raunchy dance from woman at BET Awards afterparty alongside accuser Dawn Richard, in unearthed photos
18/12/24 04:03
Newly unearthed photos show Diddy at the peak of his debauched heyday, dirty dancing with a woman at a wild, boozy BET Awards afterparty, alongside one of his now accusers.
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Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan breaks silence on 'troubled' son Chance's erratic behavior
17/12/24 01:45
Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan, 85, has responded to growing fears for his 26-year-old son Chance Hogan, during a rare public outing in Los Angeles.
Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson get out of 'Dodge' and jet off to Madrid after confirming romance
16/12/24 02:03
After a whirlwind week that saw them go public with their romance and confirm the end of his engagement, Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson get out of Dodge.
Donald Trump Jr. hard launches new flame Bettina Anderson at Mar-a-Lago after Kimberly Guilfoyle split
13/12/24 06:56
Donald Trump Jr. is proudly flaunting his new relationship with Bettina Anderson amid news he has split with fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, insiders tell DailyMail.com.
Kimberly Guilfoyle puts on a brave face to accept Donald Trump's Greece ambassador nomination after Don Jr.'s betrayal
11/12/24 10:56
Kimberly Guilfoyle officially acknowledged her nomination as the U.S. Ambassador to Greece as she and fiancé Donald Trump Jr. call it quits.
She's best known for playing a ditzy but fearless flight attendant in a 1980 cult comedy film - can you guess who it is?
06/12/24 06:23
Her 1980 breakout role in what's considered one of the funniest parody films of all time helped launch her career as a beloved comedy actress in the 80s and 90s.
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She was one of the first female sci-fi icons whose sexy skin-tight jumpsuit helped spark the 80s spandex craze... who is she?
24/11/24 06:34
She was one of the first female icons in the sci-fi world, dazzling television audiences with her sparkling spandex jumpsuits in the late 1970s.
Cheers star George Wendt, 76, looks frail as he's seen being wheeled out of Los Angeles dialysis clinic
22/11/24 07:16
Cheers alum George Wendt appeared a shadow of his former self during a rare outing in Los Angeles this week.
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Disgraced CBS anchor Charlie Rose makes surprise court appearance as sexual harassment case drags on
19/11/24 06:11
Disgraced CBS anchor Charlie Rose made a surprise public appearance in New York City as the long-running sexual harassment lawsuit filed against him drags on.
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Incredible story of how treasure trove of images of a doting Donald Trump with his children was nearly lost forever
18/11/24 07:44
DailyMail.com has resurrected the remarkable treasure trove of Trump memorabilia years after it was apparently dumped in a suitcase by Trump's first wife Ivana.
Heather Locklear, 63, helps mom Diane, 91, run errands in LA despite rocky past
05/11/24 06:53
Heather Locklear spent the weekend being every inch the doting daughter by running errands for her elderly mother around Los Angeles.
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Photos show Jennifer Aniston's fancy new playground for her three beloved dogs at her $21M California mansion
01/11/24 05:16
Jennifer Aniston's beloved dogs are far from 'ruffin' it' after the actress transformed her $21million Los Angeles mansion into a plush pooch palace, DailyMail.com can reveal.
Diddy and Jennifer Lopez seen having heated argument in unearthed party photos from same night he's accused of raping 13-year-old girl
30/10/24 06:12
Newly unearthed photos show Sean 'Diddy' Combs and then-girlfriend Jennifer Lopez locked in a heated argument on the night he is now accused of raping a 13-year-old girl, DailyMail.com can reveal.
Richard Simmons's housekeeper seeks to block his brother Lenny from profiting off his name after his death
30/10/24 04:43
Richard Simmons's former housekeeper is seeking to suspend his brother's powers as co-trustee of his estate, claiming he has defied the late fitness icon's wishes after his death.
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Tom Selleck looks downcast and scruffy as he's seen for the first time after expressing 'frustration' over Blue Bloods cancelation
06/10/24 06:02
Glum and downcast Tom Selleck was spotted out in public for the first time since doubling down on his apparent war with Blue Blood producers.
Kevin Hart distances himself from Diddy after he's asked about baby oil and 'hosting' parties for the disgraced music mogul
30/09/24 05:32
Kevin Hart attempted to dissociate himself from Diddy after being asked about hosting parties with the disgraced music mogul following his arrest.
Kimberly Guilfoyle keeps up appearances by joining fiancé Donald Trump Jr. on his surprise visit to the Balkans after Bettina Anderson cheating scandal
27/09/24 06:39
Kimberly Guilfoyle still seems committed to standing by her man after he was recently caught up in a cheating a scandal with a much-younger socialite.
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How European hotel chain citizenM is redefining 'affordable luxury'- as it celebrates launch of 16th U.S. location in Boston
24/09/24 03:34
The Netherlands-based hotel and lifestyle brand continues to grow across the U.S., opening its 16th location in the country earlier this month.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle shares glam sexy photos days after fiancé Donald Trump Jr. was snapped hanging out with almost 20-years-younger Palm Beach socialite Bettina Anderson
17/09/24 09:51
Kimberly Guilfoyle is flaunting her glitz and glam side as rumors of fiancé Donald Trump Jr's cozy rendezvous with a Palm Beach socialite continue to swirl.
Donald Trump Jr. and new squeeze Bettina Anderson are seen schmoozing with his ex Vanessa and their daughter Kai at family party - with fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle NOWHERE in sight
17/09/24 05:15
Donald Trump Jr's apparent new squeeze Bettina Anderson can be seen schmoozing with the former president's son and his ex-wife and daughter, in new video, DailyMail.com can reveal.
Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes spark speculation of new project after they are seen lunching with unlikely guest in New York City
06/09/24 09:33
Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have sparked speculation that they may be cooking up something new after they were spotted dining with an unlikely guest in New York City this week.
Catwoman Jocelyn Wildenstein reveals her REAL face in throwback snap taken before infamous transformation
26/08/24 04:32
'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein shared a throwback photo, offering a rare glimpse of her natural beauty before her dramatic transformation, including extensive plastic surgeries.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce soak up last weeks of summer before NFL season by shacking up at her $17M Rhode Island mansion
24/08/24 06:24
With her European tour behind her and NFL season approaching, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are making the most of their downtime with a much-needed romantic reunion in Rhode Island.
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Matthew Perry's father John, 83, appears frail and downcast as he's pictured on what would've been Friends star's 55th birthday - nearly a year after ketamine OD
21/08/24 05:05
Matthew Perry's bereaved father was seen breaking cover in California on what would have been his late son's 55th birthday.
Cast of popular 90s teen drama are seen all grown up 30 years after cult hit aired
20/08/24 02:10
The cast of popular 90s teen drama My-So Called Life have been pictured going about their daily lives, thirty years after the iconic ABC series aired.
'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein, 82, seen enjoying luxury Miami Beach vacation with fiancé a year after claiming she was 'broke'
14/08/24 06:25
'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein appears to be living the high life more than a year after she claimed she was broke after being cut off from her $100million divorce settlement.
Breast cancer survivor Christina Applegate, 52, seen puffing on cigarette in LA amid MS health battle
13/08/24 09:12
Christina Applegate has been snapped puffing on a cigarette amid her ongoing health battle with multiple sclerosis, exclusive DailyMail.com photos show.
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Justin Timberlake is re-arraigned on DUI charges
02/08/24 06:41
Justin Timberlake has been suspended from driving in New York nearly two months after he was arrested on DUI charges.
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Justin Timberlake is SUSPENDED from driving as he's re-arraigned in virtual court appearance from his Euro tour on DUI charges nearly two months after his arrest
02/08/24 03:43
Justin Timberlake has been suspended from driving in New York nearly two months after he was arrested on DUI charges.
Hillbilly Elegy author and Trump VP pick JD Vance gets props from Ohio-born model Brooklyn Decker for helping her understand her family 'on a deeper level'
23/07/24 01:22
The 37-year-old blonde beauty, who is married to tennis star Andy Roddick, hails from Middletown, Ohio - the same small steel town where Vance grew up in poverty with a drug-addict mother.
Johnny Depp's new girlfriend revealed two years after defamation trial
16/07/24 10:25
Johnny Depp has moved on from ex-wife Amber Heard with a new younger blonde, two years after his high-profile defamation trial following his bitter divorce, DailyMail.com can reveal.
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Johnny Depp's new girlfriend REVEALED: Actor dating 28-year-old Russian beautician and model Yulia Vlasova - two years after Amber Heard defamation trial
15/07/24 04:46
Johnny Depp has moved on from ex-wife Amber Heard with a new younger blonde, two years after his high-profile defamation trial following his bitter divorce, DailyMail.com can reveal.
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Johnny Depp seen looking cozy with stunning blonde beautician while travelling out of London Heliport after first pictured together two years ago amid Amber Heard trial
12/07/24 02:45
The Hollywood star, 61, was snapped traveling out of a London Heliport on Thursday where he was seen looking cozy the Russian beautician named Yulia,.
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New York investment banker Jonathan Kaye has been 'wrongly charged' and 'relentlessly harassed,' say lawyers, after angry hecklers and key-wielding man were seen attacking and hurling anti-Semitic slurs at him outside court
03/07/24 09:14
Attorneys for New York investment banker Jonathan Kaye are doubling down on their claims he has been 'wrongly charged' for assault after he was attacked outside of court.
Never-before-seen video reveals moment Pro-Palestinian group throws red liquid at ex-Moelis banker Jonathan Kaye and 'hurl anti-Semitic abuse' at him moments BEFORE he hits woman as his lawyer says he 'acted in self defense'
02/07/24 12:48
Jonathan Kaye made headlines in early June after a viral video showed him throwing a vicious punch at a female reveler. A new video now appears to show the crowd instigating the incident.

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