TMZ

Los Angeles, United States

TMZ is an American celebrity gossip news organization known for breaking stories on celebrities. It provides up-to-date entertainment news, exclusive interviews, and video content that captures the latest in celebrity culture.

CCI Score

-42.39

0.02% April 18

Latest Event

TMZ Report on Elon Musk Funding Trump Super PAC

TMZ's report on Elon Musk's $45 million monthly donation to a Trump Super PAC highlights a concerning dynamic where media coverage may inadvertently normalize and amplify authoritarian financial influence. By presenting the news in a sensational manner, TMZ contributes to a media narrative that can support far-right and authoritarian tendencies.

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TMZ is currently rated as a Toadie.

-30 to -44 CCI Score

Companies scoring in this range actively seek to please authoritarian regimes. They offer proactive support and assistance in exchange for preferential treatment, compromising ethical standards for business gains and political favor.

Latest Events

JUL

16

2024

TMZ Report on Elon Musk Funding Trump Super PAC
-46.35

TMZ's report on Elon Musk's $45 million monthly donation to a Trump Super PAC highlights a concerning dynamic where media coverage may inadvertently normalize and amplify authoritarian financial influence. By presenting the news in a sensational manner, TMZ contributes to a media narrative that can support far-right and authoritarian tendencies.
-50

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 24

TMZ's coverage of Elon Musk's substantial monthly donation to a Trump Super PAC not only reports on a significant political financial contribution but also frames the news in a way that may amplify far-right messages and bolster authoritarian narratives. This type of media reporting can contribute to normalizing extremist political influence and thus is rated negatively under Media Influence and Propaganda.

Elon Musk Donating $45 Million Per Month to Trump Super PAC
SEP

09

2020

Former TMZ employees allege misogyny and racism: report
-50.46

An investigation by BuzzFeed News, featured in The Hill, reveals multiple allegations from former and current TMZ employees regarding a toxic work culture characterized by misogyny, racism, verbal abuse, and discriminatory practices. These claims highlight significant deficiencies in the company’s labor relations and human rights practices.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 24

Multiple allegations from current and former employees indicate a pattern of discriminatory practices, verbal abuse, and retaliation at TMZ. This negatively affects employee rights and safety, demonstrating a severe lapse in ethical labor relations and human rights practices. Such practices indirectly contribute to an oppressive work environment that can reinforce broader societal issues of discrimination and marginalization.

Former TMZ employees allege misogyny and racism: report
SEP

08

2020

Abusive Workplace at TMZ
-50.44

Former employees describe a toxic, abusive, and discriminatory work environment at TMZ, detailing instances of verbal abuse, misogyny, and racism that contribute to a hostile work culture undermining basic labor rights.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 24

Multiple former employees have reported instances of verbal abuse, misogyny, and racist remarks within the TMZ workplace. This toxic environment, including discriminatory comments and the dismissal of legitimate HR complaints, underscores a deep failure in upholding labor rights and ethical responsibility. Such practices contribute to an atmosphere that indirectly supports oppressive and authoritarian behavior by allowing abusive power dynamics to continue unchecked.

TMZ Fosters An Abusive, Misogynistic Workplace, Former Employees Say
AUG

25

2020

TMZ Alleged Retaliation in Sexist Workplace
-43.97

A former TMZ employee alleges that she was fired after raising concerns about a toxic, sexist work environment, reporting gender discrimination and retaliation by TMZ's HR. The accusations point to broader issues in labor relations and human rights practices within the organization.
-70

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 24

The event highlights allegations of a toxic, sexist workplace at TMZ where a former employee was fired after reporting gender discrimination and retaliatory practices. This behavior undermines basic labor rights and human dignity, reflecting a problematic stance towards employee well-being and fair treatment, which can contribute to broader authoritarian workplace practices.

Ex-TMZ Employee Says She Was Fired After Complaining About Sexist Workplace
JUN

12

2017

TMZ's Pro-Trump Editorial Bias Fuels Authoritarian Narratives
-30.87

TMZ, originally known for celebrity gossip, has increasingly pivoted to pro-Trump political coverage. Its editorial practices—marked by close ties between founder Harvey Levin and Trump, suppression of critical narratives, and a deliberate emphasis on favorable portrayals of Trump—help bolster authoritarian imagery and undermine democratic accountability.
-70

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

TMZ's shift from light entertainment to politically charged, pro-Trump coverage demonstrates a deliberate use of media to shape political narratives. By prioritizing stories that align with Trump’s image and sidelining critical voices, the outlet plays a significant role in reinforcing authoritarian sympathies among its audience.

The inside story of how TMZ quietly became America’s most potent pro-Trump media outlet – ThinkProgress
-65

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 24

TMZ employs significant media influence as a tool for propaganda by controlling its narrative. The outlet’s consistent promotion of pro-Trump content and its editorial suppression of dissenting viewpoints contribute actively to the proliferation of authoritarian messaging.

The inside story of how TMZ quietly became America’s most potent pro-Trump media outlet – ThinkProgress
JUL

01

2016

TMZ's Shift to Pro-Trump Propaganda Under Harvey Levin
-32.23

Under the leadership of Harvey Levin, TMZ pivoted from celebrity gossip to a pro-Trump, MAGA-aligned messaging platform. This transformation, marked by strong ties with Trump’s inner circle and an overt political agenda, raises concerns about the role of media in propagating authoritarian narratives.
-80

Public and Political Behavior

March 24

TMZ’s strategic redirection under Harvey Levin involved a complete shift in editorial focus toward pro-Trump messages. This aligns the organization with authoritarian rhetoric, as it actively promoted narratives beneficial to Trump and his supporters, thereby undermining objective journalism and contributing to the propagation of partisan disinformation.

With Trump Ally At Helm, TMZ Ditches Celebrity Gossip For MAGA Messaging
-75

Media Influence and Propaganda

March 24

By transforming its content into a platform that extensively disseminates pro-Trump narratives, TMZ has effectively become a tool for partisan propaganda. This shift undermines media integrity and facilitates the rise of authoritarian messaging by aligning editorial decisions with political interests.

With Trump Ally At Helm, TMZ Ditches Celebrity Gossip For MAGA Messaging