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Eddie Murphy receives life achievement award by AFI, drawing standing ovation at star-filled tribute
Eddie Murphy has received the American Film Institute's life achievement award at a star-studded ceremony. The event, held Saturday night at the Dolby Theatre, featured appearances from Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, and more. Murphy, known for his roles in "Beverly Hills Cop" and "Shrek" over a nearly 50-year career, expressed gratitude for his family and career. Spike Lee praised Murphy's cultural impact, while Chris Rock and others highlighted his influence across generations. The tribute, which will air on Netflix, also included performances by Jennifer Hudson.
A federal judge has blocked the $6.2 billion merger between local television giants Nexstar Media Group and Tegna until an antitrust lawsuit is resolved. The merger would create a company owning 265 TV stations across 44 states. On Friday, U.S. District Court Chief Judge Troy L. Nunley issued an order halting the deal. Attorneys general in eight states and DirecTV sued to stop the merger, arguing it could raise consumer prices and harm local journalism. Nexstar’s attorneys say the deal has already been vetted and approved by the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of Justice.
Netflix cofounder and chairman Reed Hastings will step down from the streaming service’s board of directors in June when his term expires, the…
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison has promised to release 30 movies a year between Paramount and Warner Bros. He announced this commitment at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, emphasizing a 45-day exclusive theatrical window. The announcement comes amid Paramount's pending $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The studio also revealed a third “Top Gun” movie is in development as part of its starry presentation to exhibitors. The merger has sparked debate, with some filmmakers opposing it due to concerns about its impact on the exhibition business. The deal still awaits regulatory approval and a shareholder vote.
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As it does with any championship, ESPN is giving WrestleMania the big-event treatment. The network will have coverage on “SportsCenter” beginning Thursday, and “First Take” will originate from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Friday. WrestleMania 42 takes place on Saturday and Sunday, and will be streamed on the ESPN app for the first time. However, the opening hour on Saturday will air on ESPN2, while Sunday’s first hour will air on ESPN. The start time for both nights is 6 p.m. EDT. ESPN began airing WWE premium live events on the ESPN Unlimited streaming service last September. Most major cable, satellite, and streaming services have reached agreements with Disney that include an ESPN Unlimited subscription as a part of their TV plan.
FILE - The Paramount Pictures water tower is seen in Los Angeles, Dec. 18, 2025, with the Hollywood sign in the distance. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
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The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, according to a government official.