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📅January 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Netflix finalizes $72B acquisition of Warner Bros. studios and streaming amid Hollywood buzz; Sundance faces relocation talks; celebrity birthdays and Zendaya's co-star praise highlight entertainment today.
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Netflix Secures $72 Billion All-Cash Deal for Warner Bros. Discovery's Studios and Streaming

Warner Bros. Discovery accepted Netflix's amended $72 billion all-cash offer at $27.75 per share for its studios, HBO, HBO Max, and DC assets, with a shareholder vote set for April 2026.Source 2 The deal spins off Discovery Global networks like CNN and TNT Sports beforehand, financed by Netflix's cash and credit.Source 2 Hollywood debates its transformative impact on streaming dominance and cinema culture.Source 4

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Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Paramount Skydance Bid in Favor of Netflix

Netflix won the bidding war over Paramount Skydance, whose offer claimed $18 billion more cash but was overlooked by WBD's board.Source 2 Investment banks JPMorgan and Allen & Co. earn $90 million each advising Warner Bros.Source 2 Critics raise antitrust concerns, though FCC lacks authority to intervene.Source 4

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Sundance Film Festival Attendees Question Move from Utah to Boulder

Longtime Sundance goers express reluctance for the festival's relocation post its final Utah edition, mourning Robert Redford's vision tied to Park City.Source 10 Amy Redford supports the Boulder shift as a new adventure echoing origins, ensuring artist support evolves.Source 10 Concerns arise over losing Utah's LGBTQ+ stories vacuum.Source 10

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Zendaya Calls Tom Holland Her 'Favourite Co-Star' and Calming Presence

Zendaya praises fiance Tom Holland as her top co-star from Spider-Man films and upcoming The Odyssey, noting his calming set influence.Source 7 The couple balances privacy while enjoying UK life, loving British culture but puzzled by Jaffa Cakes.Source 7 She emphasizes careful role choices to avoid sexualization post-MeToo.Source 7

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Alex Honnold Free Solos Taipei 101 Skyscraper in Live Netflix Broadcast

American climber Alex Honnold summited the 508-meter Taipei 101 without ropes in 90 minutes, cheered by crowds despite initial nerves.Source 9 The event, delayed by rain, aired live on Netflix with a 10-second delay, sparking ethical debates on risk.Source 9 He follows Alain Robert's 2004 climb but is first ropless.Source 9

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Ariana DeBose Turns 35: Oscar Winner and Broadway Star Celebrated

Actress and singer Ariana DeBose, known for her Oscar-winning Anita in Spielberg's West Side Story and Hamilton cast, celebrates her 35th birthday.Source 1Source 3 She hosted Tony Awards multiple times and competed on So You Think You Can Dance.Source 1 Fans mark the date with profiles of her dynamic career.Source 1

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K-Pop Star Lee Jun-Ho Marks 36th Birthday with Acting Accolades

South Korean singer-actor Lee Jun-Ho, famed from 2PM and Baeksang-winning The Red Sleeve, turns 36.Source 1 He debuted acting post-shoulder surgery in Cold Eyes.Source 1 Birthday tributes highlight his charisma across music and drama.Source 1

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Alicia Keys Celebrates 45th Birthday Among Aquarius Stars

Musician Alicia Keys turns 45, joining famous January 25 birthdays like Pauline Chalamet (34) and historical figures.Source 3 The list spans poets Robert Burns to modern actors like Tati Gabrielle.Source 3 Entertainment sites list her among today's notable celebrants.Source 3

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Oh My Girl's Seunghee Turns 30, Fan of IU and Chart-Topper

South Korean singer Hyun Seung-hee of Oh My Girl, known for 'Dun Dun Dance' and Queendom, celebrates 30.Source 1 Inspired by IU, she learned guitar; powerful vocals define her K-pop presence.Source 1 Birthday features note her devoted fandom.Source 1

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Pauline Chalamet Turns 34 in Lineup of Entertainment Birthdays

Actor Pauline Chalamet reaches 34, featured in today's celebrity birthdays with Ariana DeBose and Alicia Keys.Source 3 UPI highlights Aquarius stars from historical icons to current talents.Source 3 Lists emphasize entertainment figures born January 25.Source 3

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Lil Mosey Celebrates 24th Birthday as Rising Rapper

Rapper Lil Mosey turns 24, joining January 25 birthday stars like DeBose and Lee Jun-Ho in entertainment spotlights.Source 1 Bored Panda compiles 10 familiar faces with career facts.Source 1 Fans share if they share the date in comments.Source 1