Paramount-WBD merger wins Mexico approval, states' antitrust lawsuit remains only barrier
With Mexico's regulatory sign-off, the $111 billion merger now faces only a lawsuit from US state attorneys general as its final hurdle.
Deadline · +2 outlets
'Ted Lasso' Season 4 opens with 296.6M minutes watched in two days, Apple TV+'s biggest launch ever
The season 4 premiere set a new viewership record for Apple TV+, underscoring the show's massive streaming draw.
Variety · +2 outlets
'House of the Dragon' Season 3 finale hits 21M viewers in three days
HBO's 'Game of Thrones' prequel continues to draw strong audience numbers as it wraps its third season.
Variety · +3 outlets
Netflix pushes back on Tyra Banks 'Reality Check' defamation suit
Netflix has filed a motion to dismiss Banks' lawsuit over a documentary series about 'America's Next Top Model,' calling it a challenge to routine editorial dec
Variety · +14 outlets
Lawsuit accuses Selena Gomez of defrauding investors in mental health startup
A new lawsuit alleges that Selena Gomez and her mental health platform misled investors, drawing widespread media attention.
The New York Times · +14 outlets
'Deli Boys' canceled after two seasons on Hulu
Hulu and Onyx Collective have ended the crime dramedy due to ratings, despite critical acclaim.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Mark Rydell, 'On Golden Pond' and 'The Rose' director, dies at 97
The Oscar-nominated director of classic films has died, prompting remembrances from across Hollywood.
Variety · +14 outlets
Recording Academy considers revamping new Asian Pop category after BTS pulls from Grammy voting
Grammy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. acknowledged that some artists feel the category does not represent their work as intended.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
'Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse' trailer leaks online, prompting co-writer Chris Miller to speak out
Unfinished footage from the highly anticipated animated sequel surfaced, drawing criticism from the film's creative team.
Variety · +10 outlets
California bill to cap concert resale ticket prices dies after lobbying frenzy
A proposed law targeting ticket scalpers and price caps failed amid intense opposition from industry lobbyists.
The Hollywood Reporter · +1 outlets
Jury selected for trial of former gang leader accused of ordering Tupac Shakur's killing
Nearly 30 years after the rapper's death, a jury has been seated in the high-profile murder trial.
AP News · +14 outlets
Christy Knowings, who starred on '90s TV show 'All That,' dies at 46
The Nickelodeon star's death has prompted tributes from former castmates and colleagues.
The New York Times · +6 outlets
'Scrubs' adds Keyla Monterroso Mejia as new nurse in season 2 of ABC revival
The 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and 'The Studio' actor joins the medical comedy as a recurring guest star.
Deadline · +4 outlets
'Stuart Fails to Save the Universe' renewed for second season at HBO Max
The 'Big Bang Theory' spinoff starring Kevin Sussman has been picked up for another season.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
Two directors reveal they rejected HBO's 'Harry Potter' due to J.K. Rowling
Directors cited the author's controversial public statements as reason for declining involvement in the upcoming TV series.
The Hollywood Reporter · +4 outlets
Perez Hilton underwent treatment for overdose after self-harm incident
The blogger was hospitalized following a livestream self-harm event, with family and police confirming the overdose.
Rolling Stone · +1 outlets
Squishmallows movie in the works at Amazon MGM
Amazon MGM is developing a film based on the popular plush toy brand, aiming for 'Barbie'-scale success.
Variety · +6 outlets
California pledged $750M a year to Hollywood, but new law has a big catch
A recently signed tax-credit bill could push film and TV productions out of California, legislators scramble for a fix.
The Hollywood Reporter