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馃搮January 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Major media mergers dominate entertainment headlines, including Netflix's Warner Bros. acquisition and Paramount Skydance's lawsuit, alongside new music releases and celebrity news.
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Netflix Announces $82.7B Acquisition of Warner Bros.

Netflix has announced a massive $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., including Warner Bros. Games, marking a landmark consolidation in media and gaming.Source 2Source 6 This deal, announced in late 2025, positions Netflix to expand its gaming and streaming ambitions significantly.Source 2 Warner Bros. Discovery's board is reviewing competing bids amid the turmoil.Source 6

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Paramount Skydance Launches Hostile $108.4B Bid and Sues Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount Skydance, formed from the Skydance-Paramount merger, has launched a $108.4B hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery and filed a lawsuit to force the deal.Source 2Source 3Source 10 The suit seeks greater financial disclosure amid Netflix's competing $82.7B offer.Source 12 Paramount claims their all-cash offer provides $18B more than Netflix's.Source 6

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Electronic Arts Faces $55B Leveraged Buyout by PIF-Backed Consortium

A PIF-backed consortium is leading a $55 billion leveraged buyout of Electronic Arts, highlighting intense gaming M&A activity heading into 2026.Source 2 This mega-deal dominated 2025 headlines alongside media consolidations.Source 2 Experts predict strong momentum for gaming transactions this year.Source 2

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The Kid LAROI Releases New Album 'Before I Forget'

Grammy-nominated artist The Kid LAROI dropped his first full album in two years, 'Before I Forget', via Columbia Records.Source 3Source 5 Preceded by singles 'A Cold Play', 'A Perfect World', and 'Back When You Were Mine', it marks a turning point for the 22-year-old.Source 3Source 5 The album is available on all digital streaming platforms.Source 5

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Bruno Mars Drops Single 'I Just Might' from Upcoming Album 'The Romantic'

Bruno Mars released the first single 'I Just Might' from his fourth solo album 'The Romantic', accompanied by an official music video.Source 5 Directed by Mars and Daniel Ramos, the track offers a preview of the project set for February 27 via Atlantic Records.Source 5 It is now streaming on digital platforms.Source 5

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Mary J. Blige Announces Las Vegas Residency

Mary J. Blige has announced a new Las Vegas residency based on her music.Source 3 The news comes amid ongoing entertainment headlines featuring legal battles in Hollywood.Source 3 Details on dates and venues are emerging.Source 3

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Trailer Released for Lee Cronin's 'The Mummy' Reboot

The first trailer for Lee Cronin's horror reboot of 'The Mummy' has been released, following a journalist searching for his daughter in a desert.Source 3 The film is slated for theaters on April 17.Source 3 It aims to revive the franchise with fresh terror elements.Source 3

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Bam Margera in Talks for New 'Jackass' Movie Return

Bam Margera is negotiating to return for the upcoming 'Jackass' movie after squashing beef with Johnny Knoxville and Jeff Tremaine.Source 9 He states he won't film new stunts but may appear in the project.Source 9 The announcement follows the crew's just-announced film.Source 9

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Ariana Grande Teases Mystery Project

Ariana Grande is teasing a mysterious new project, generating buzz among fans.Source 3 Details remain under wraps as she hints at upcoming reveals.Source 3 This follows her recent activities in music and entertainment.Source 3

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Creator Economy M&A Surges with Vimeo $1.38B Sale and More

Creator economy M&A rose 17% in 2025, highlighted by Bending Spoons' $1.38B acquisition of Vimeo and Publicis Groupe's buys of Captiv8 and BR Media.Source 4Source 8 Experts predict agencies, talent firms, and private equity will drive 2026 activity.Source 4 Publicis and Omnicom are poised for more strategic deals.Source 4

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Celebrity Birthdays: Julia Louis-Dreyfus Turns 65, Patrick Dempsey 60

Today marks birthdays for Julia Louis-Dreyfus (65), known for Seinfeld and Veep; Patrick Dempsey (60); and Michael Pena (50).Source 7Source 11 Other stars like Natalia Dyer (31) and Connor McDavid (29) are also celebrating.Source 7Source 11 Fans are sharing tributes to these entertainment icons.Source 7

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We Are Imaginary Releases Self-Titled Third Album

Filipino indie rock band We Are Imaginary launched their third self-titled album on digital platforms worldwide via floppydisks.Source 5 The release adds to today's music news wave.Source 5 It is available for streaming globally.Source 5