Latest Entertainment News, Rumors, and Deals.
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Rolling Stone — “Judge Bans Some Lil Durk Lyrics, Weighs Others…”
A judge approved a limited set of Lil Durk lyric excerpts and mostly restricted music video evidence to screenshots, while blocking other material. More will be finalized at a Feb. 23 hearing.
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Official: New Evangelion Anime Series in Production (Khara x CloverWorks, Yoko Taro Writing)
Evangelion is getting a completely new anime series from Studio Khara x CloverWorks, with Yoko Taro listed for series composition/script. Release details aren’t set yet.
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Martin Short’s Daughter Katherine Hartley Short Dies at 42; Family Asks for Privacy
Martin Short’s daughter Katherine Hartley Short has died at 42, the family confirmed in a statement requesting privacy. People reports the L.A. coroner ruled the death a suicide.
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HGTV Cancels and Pulls “Rehab Addict” After Nicole Curtis Slur Footage Leaks
HGTV canceled and pulled “Rehab Addict” after leaked footage showed Nicole Curtis using a racial slur. Curtis apologized and also claimed the leak was personal sabotage.
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Music’s Next Mega-Deal? BMG Linked to Concord in Report-Based Merger Talks
BMG–Concord merger talks are being framed as a possible “fourth major” moment, with sources pegging potential value around $6.6B–$7B. No agreement has been confirmed.
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The AI Music War Turns Public: Industry Pressure Campaign Takes Aim at Suno
Artist-rights groups have published an open letter urging the industry to reject Suno, arguing AI music dilutes royalty pools and raising concerns about training data and accountability.
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Anime Goes Full “Digital Boyfriend”: Hypnosis Mic Launches 1-to-1 AI Character Chats
Genies and King Records announced a partnership to bring King’s characters to life as interactive AI companions, starting with “Hypnosis Mic – Division Rap Battle.” Pricing and launch timing haven’t been detailed yet.
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Sublime Signs With Atlantic Records and Teases First New Studio Album With Jakob Nowell
Sublime has signed a partnership with Atlantic Records, with reporting pointing to a new studio album led by Jakob Nowell and expanded touring plans. Deal terms and a release date haven’t been disclosed.
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Katy Perry Justin Trudeau “Baby Plans” Rumor Returns
Baby rumor chatter around Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau is resurfacing, with anonymous-source reports denying pregnancy while claiming they’re open to kids someday. No official confirmation exists.
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Miley Cyrus Tries to Dismiss ‘Flowers’ Copyright Suit: “No One Owns These Words”
Miley Cyrus is asking a judge to dismiss the “Flowers” copyright lawsuit tied to Bruno Mars’ “When I Was Your Man,” arguing the phrases cited are generic breakup language.
