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A crew member on the show “Titans” was killed during a stunt after he was struck by a heavy object.

Production sources tell TMZ … the crew member — a special effects coordinator — died Thursday in Toronto where the DC Comics show is filmed.

The tragedy occurred at a test facility where production crew work out the kinks for stunts.  Once perfected, the scene is played out on location.

The stunt in question at the test facility was a car that was supposed to flip on its side. The car did indeed flip, but a piece of metal from some sort of welded contraption that was attached to the car flew off.

That object struck the special effects coordinator — who was standing nearby — in the head. EMT’s put the man on a stretcher and took him to the hospital, but cops tell us he died en route.

Production will be shut down for 2 days. The Ministry of Labour is now investigating.

Executive Producers from “Titans” tell TMZ, “We are heartbroken and devastated by the passing of our treasured colleague, special effects coordinator Warren Appleby, after an accident which occurred at a special effects facility during the preparation and testing for an upcoming shoot.  Warren is beloved by all who worked with him during an impressive 25-year career in television and motion pictures. The executive producers, along with everyone, in the TITANS family, Warner Bros. Television Group and DC UNIVERSE, wish to express our deepest condolences, and heartfelt love and support, to Warren’s family and friends at this most difficult time.”

A$AP Rocky‘s human rights are being violated by Swedish officials who have been holding the rapper in jail for nearly 2 weeks … so says members of the Congressional Black Caucus.

Members of the Caucus, including Adriano Espaillat, Hakeem Jeffries and Andre Carson, along with other members, will stand on the steps of the U.S. Capitol Wednesday and demand A$AP’s release from a Swedish jail.

As TMZ reported, A$AP is being held while prosecutors decide whether to charge him for aggravated assault. A$AP and his crew did indeed attack a man on the streets July 1, but only after the man harassed and physically attacked A$AP and a bodyguard and allegedly grabbed a woman’s butt. In fact, A$AP tried to diffuse the situation, to no avail.

TMZ broke the story … A$AP was being held in horrid conditions. A U.S. Embassy official said the jail smelled like a toilet. It’s unclear if A$AP has been moved since our report.  

Rep Jeffries says the detention is proof the hip-hop police is not just a U.S. phenomenon.

Wonder why #RacistInChief is trending today? It’s because the President Trump suggested some American congresswomen to go back and fix the countries “from which they came.”

DT went on an especially viscous Twitter rant Sunday morning, which many people have called out as flat-out racist and xenophobic … including some prominent members of the GOP like Meghan McCain and even ex-Fox News reporter Geraldo Rivera. 

Here’s what the Prez said … “So interesting to see “Progressive” Democrat Congresswomen, who originally came from countries whose governments are a complete and total catastrophe, the worst, most corrupt and inept anywhere in the world (if they even have a functioning government at all), now loudly and viciously telling the people of the United States, the greatest and most powerful Nation on earth, how our government is to be run.”

He went on … “Why don’t they go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came. Then come back and show us how it is done. These places need your help badly, you can’t leave fast enough. I’m sure that Nancy Pelosi would be very happy to quickly work out free travel arrangements!”

While Trump did not name anyone in particular, many took his tweets to be aimed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Rep. Ilhan Omar … who’ve been in the news recently for ruffling feathers within the Democratic party and butting heads with Speaker Pelosi.

It sounds like these congresswomen believe the attack was meant for them too, because all of them directly responded to Trump with some choice words. 

AOC fired back, writing … “Mr. President, the country I “come from,” & the country we all swear to, is the United States. But given how you’ve destroyed our border with inhumane camps, all at a benefit to you & the corps who profit off them, you are absolutely right about the corruption laid at your feet.” She went to say he can’t conceive of an America that “includes us.”

Reps. Omar, Tlaib and Pressley all tweeted back at 45 as well, with the latter writing … “THIS is what racism looks like. WE are what democracy looks like. And we’re not going anywhere. Except back to DC to fight for the families you marginalize and vilify everyday.” 

Rep. Tlaib said, “Yo @realDonaldTrump, I am fighting corruption in OUR country. I do it every day when I hold your admin accountable as a U.S. Congresswoman.”

And finally, Rep. Omar — the only congresswoman of the bunch who was actually born in another country, but has since gained full American citizenship — hit the point home by saying, “Mr. President, As Members of Congress, the only country we swear an oath to is the United States. Which is why we are fighting to protect it from the worst, most corrupt and inept president we have ever seen.” 

The screaming, moaning, panting and table-banging emanating from a New York deli weren’t for a piece of meat you could actually taste … they were part of an ORGASM CONTEST!!!

Katz’s Deli in the Lower East Side hosted a fake orgasm contest Friday afternoon in honor of the 30th anniversary of Meg Ryan‘s iconic scene in “When Harry Met Sally” … ya know, when she’s losing it during a meal with Billy Crystal.

The famous scene was filmed inside the deli known for its pastrami sandwiches … so diners were challenged to recreate the big O in front of a lunchtime crowd. Prizes were on the line.

Ya gotta see our video … women are going absolutely wild at tables inside the restaurant, giving their best bedroom performances and pulling out all the tricks in the book. No help needed.

Seriously, this is the type of thing you need to see and hear to believe. 

We’re hoping you’ve never experienced a fake orgasm in real life — and we’re pretty sure you’ve never seen one in a deli — but let’s be real, you probably have … and here’s definite proof women know how to fake it.

Michelle Obama is leading the Hollywood life … at least she did for a day, because TMZ has learned she rented one of the most exclusive and amazing homes in all of the Hollywood Hills.

Real estate sources tell TMZ, the former First Lady rented the home, which is up for sale for $23 million, this past Monday and Tuesday. It’s new construction … aside from a rental here and there, it’s never been lived in.

The house has spectacular views of the city. It’s called Shark House because there’s a tank inside with a bunch of them.

Our sources say there was “incredible security” present … the owner had to have all security cameras turned off.

One realtor, who’s very well connected in the area, tells TMZ the buzz is that Michelle might be scoping out the neighborhood and/or that particular house to set down roots. Now that she and the former Prez are empty nesters, there’s nothing keeping them in D.C., and L.A. makes a lot of sense given their recent Netflix deal and other entertainment projects. 

We reached out to brokers Tomer Fridman and Kurt Rappaport who have the listing … so far, no word back.

The champs are here … AND THEY BROUGHT THE BOOZE!!!

Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan and the rest of the U.S. Women’s National Team just touched down in New York City on Monday after winning the World Cup … and they’re clearly ready to party!!

Rapinoe pimp walked off the jet onto a waiting red carpet with a glass of booze in hand — SWAAGGGGG!!!

The scene was awesome … the women were singing “We Are the Champions” and showing off their medals and trophy while wearing “World Champions 2019” shirts. 

At one point, one of the players screams out, “I love America!”

Morgan was feelin’ herself too … she grabbed Rapinoe’s cup and took a sip for herself!  

Of course, the women are still celebrating their 2-0 victory over the Netherlands in France … where they secured their second straight World Cup championship.

They’re in New York now to continue the party — a victory parade is set for Wednesday morning in Manhattan.