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Boardroom is a sports, media and entertainment brand co-founded by Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman and focused on the intersection of sports and entertainment. Boardroomโ€™s flagship media arm features premium video/audio, editorial, daily and weekly newsletters, showcasing how athletes, executives, musicians and creators are moving the business world forward. Boardroomโ€™s ecosystem encompasses B2B events and experiences (such as its renowned NBA and WNBA All-Star events) as well as ticketed conferences such as Game Plan in partnership with CNBC. Our advisory arm serves to consult and connect athletes, brands and executives with our broader network and initiatives.

Recent film and TV projects also under the Boardroom umbrella include the Academy Award-winning Two Distant Strangers (Netflix), the critically acclaimed scripted series SWAGGER (Apple TV+) and Emmy-nominated documentary NYC Point Gods (Showtime).

Boardroomโ€™s sister company, Boardroom Sports Holdings, features investments in emerging sports teams and leagues, including the Major League Pickleball team, the Brooklyn Aces, NWSL champions Gotham FC, and MLSโ€™ Philadelphia Union.

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May 20, 2026
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After months of subtle teases at the Super Bowl and Met Gala, Bad Bunny has officially unveiled BENITO ANTONIO, a 150-piece collaboration with Zara inspired by his personal style and Puerto Rican roots. Created alongside longtime creative director Janthony Oliveras, the collection blends oversized essentials, tailoring, and bold summer pieces. The drop launches May 21 online and at select Zara locations worldwide.

Fanatics is launching its first-ever credit card through the American Express network later this year, giving fans a new way to earn FanCash across merch, tickets, trading cards, and experiences. The move expands Fanaticsโ€™ growing ecosystem beyond retail as the company projects $14 billion in revenue for 2026 and more than $1 billion in FanCash issued this year. Amex cardholders will also be able to convert Membership Rewards points into FanCash.

BTS will make their first award show appearance in four years at the 2026 American Music Awards on May 25 in Las Vegas. Hosted by Queen Latifah, the show marks a major return for the 11-time AMA winning global superstars, who are also nominated for three awards this year. The groupโ€™s latest album, ARIRANG, has dominated the charts, while lead single โ€œSWIMโ€ debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Aaron Rodgers says the 2026 NFL season will be the final chapter of his Hall of Fame career, announcing the news Wednesday in Pittsburgh after signing a one-year deal with the Steelers worth up to $25 million. The 42-year-old quarterback reunites with former Packers coach Mike McCarthy in a โ€œfull circleโ€ moment. Rodgers, a four-time MVP and Super Bowl XLV champion with Green Bay, had previously considered retiring after 2025 but ultimately returned for one last run.

John Cena and Eric Andrรฉ are teaming up for Netflixโ€™s new comedy Little Brother, arriving June 26. Directed by Matt Spicer, the film follows a tightly wound real estate agent whose carefully controlled life unravels when his chaotic โ€œlittle brotherโ€ suddenly reappears. Michelle Monaghan, Christopher Meloni, and Ego Nwodim also star in the film.

Watch the movie’s trailer here. >>

SpaceX has reportedly tapped Goldman Sachs to lead what could become the largest IPO in history, with Morgan Stanley, Bank of America, Citigroup, and JPMorgan Chase also joining the underwriting lineup. Elon Muskโ€™s rocket giant could publicly file its prospectus this week following a reported $1.25 trillion valuation tied to its merger with xAI earlier this year.

Meta has begun laying off roughly 10% of its workforce โ€” about 8,000 employees โ€” as the company restructures around its aggressive AI ambitions. Teams across integrity, cybersecurity, and content design have reportedly been impacted, while more than 7,000 employees are expected to shift into AI-focused roles. The cuts come as CEO Mark Zuckerberg pushes for leaner organizational structures and ramps up spending in the AI race.

James Murdoch is acquiring three major divisions of Vox Media through his investment firm Lupa Systems in a deal reportedly worth more than $300 million. The acquisition includes New York Magazine, the Vox news platform, and Voxโ€™s podcast network featuring shows like Pivot. Brands including The Verge and Eater are not included and will form a separate standalone company.

Cardi B has been named the 2026 global ambassador for FASHIONPHILE, fronting the brandโ€™s new โ€œGet Your Bagโ€ campaign focused on pre-owned luxury fashion. As part of the partnership, Cardi curated a selection of high-end pieces from brands like Hermรจs, Chanel, and Goyard, highlighting the growing demand for authenticated luxury resale and investment fashion.

Bob Iger will receive the Icon of Culture Award from Perelman Performing Arts Center at its Oct. 27 gala in New York. The honor recognizes Igerโ€™s decades-long impact on media, entertainment, and culture following his recent transition from leading The Walt Disney Company. The event, announced by Michael Bloomberg and Diane von Furstenberg, will support PAC NYCโ€™s arts and education initiatives.

Ronda Rouseyโ€™s 17-second submission win over Gina Carano helped drive record-breaking viewership for Netflixโ€™s first MMA event, peaking at 17 million global viewers and 11.6 million in the U.S. The Inglewood card became the most-watched MMA event in American history, surpassing the UFCโ€™s 2011 FOX record. The debut also featured major bouts from MMA stars Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou.

Apple‘s Eddy Cue has been named Entertainment Person of the Year by Cannes Lions, recognizing his leadership across the company’s media and services businesses, including Apple TV and Apple Music. He will accept the honor in Cannes next month and deliver a keynote alongside producer Jerry Bruckheimer. The award highlights Appleโ€™s growing influence in entertainment, following major pushes into original content and sports rights, such as Formula 1.


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