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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. Boardroom’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. Boardroom’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).

Boardroom’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 MLS’ Philadelphia Union.

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Tom Brady, Charles Barkley, Peyton Manning, and Candace Parker headline this year’s Sports Emmy nominations, highlighting the continued rise of athlete-turned-media stars. Other nominees include Eli Manning, Pedro Martinez, J.J. Watt, Jason Kelce, and Richard Sherman, among others. Brady earned his first nod as a Fox NFL analyst, competing with top voices like Troy Aikman and Cris Collinsworth. Winners will be announced on May 26 in New York.

OpenAI is shutting down Sora, its high-profile AI video-generation app, in a surprising pivot amid intensifying competition. The tool, which went viral for creating lifelike clips, had sparked both massive adoption and industry backlash over copyright and deepfake concerns. In the wake of the news, OpenAI’s planned $1 billion partnership with Disney is reportedly no longer moving forward.

The NBA has taken a formal step toward expansion, with owners approving a process to explore adding franchises in Las Vegas and Seattle. Commissioner Adam Silver said the move signals strong interest in both markets, as the league brings on PJT Partners to evaluate ownership, arena readiness, and economic impact before any final decisions are made.

The first-ever Fanatics Flag Football Classic generated over 300 million views across broadcast and digital platforms within 24 hours, Fanatics revealed Wednesday. The Los Angeles event featured a Team USA victory, a halftime set from Travis Scott, and the on-field return of Tom Brady. With celebrity hosts and a star-packed crowd, the weekend signaled Fanatics’ growing push into live sports and entertainment.

Nike has officially signed Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu, adding the 20-year-old star to its elite global roster. The partnership debuts with a fashion-forward campaign featuring early 2026 drops like the Jacquemus Moon Shoe and Air Max 95 “Neon,” alongside a commemorative apparel capsule. Liu’s crossover appeal positions her at the intersection of sport, style, and next-gen cultural influence.

Gwyneth Paltrow is set to star in and executive-produce a Netflix adaptation of Strangers, the No. 1 bestseller by Belle Burden, following a competitive bidding war for the rights. The story centers on a woman blindsided when her husband abruptly leaves during the early days of the pandemic. Netflix has tapped Heidi Schreck to adapt the script.

Larry Jackson is expanding gamma. into fashion with the launch of “gamma. Maison,” debuting in collaboration with Savant Studios. The drop features branded outerwear, accessories, and the standout “Polaroid Jacket,” celebrating gamma.’s iconic roster that includes Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross, Usher, and Sexyy Red. This marks gamma.’s first step in merging music, culture, and design under one creative ecosystem.

Minnesota has officially submitted a bid to host the 2028 NFL Draft, partnering with the U.S. Bank Stadium and the Minnesota Vikings. The proposal envisions a multi-day, region-wide celebration, including potential youth football and community events. Officials highlight economic impact, fan engagement, and statewide inclusion as key benefits.

Snoop Dogg will star in and produce God of the Rodeo, directed by Rosalind Ross. The film, co-produced with Ridley Scott’s Scott Free and Giannina Scott’s Cara Films, is set in 1967 and follows the first-ever inmate rodeo inside Louisiana’s Angola Prison. Snoop and Death Row Pictures are also set to helm the soundtrack.

T.I. and Drumma Boy are behind The Birth of Trap Music, a documentary short premiering at the Atlanta Film Festival on April 25. Directed by Christopher Scholar, the film traces trap’s origins and impact, featuring legends like DJ Toomp, Don Cannon, and Young Dro. The film explores how the genre rose from struggle, gave voice to the unheard, and transformed both music and global culture.

Stephen Colbert is co-writing a new Lord of the Rings movie with his son, Peter McGee, and veteran LOTR writer Philippa Boyens. The film adapts early chapters of The Fellowship of the Ring skipped in the original trilogy, uncovering a hidden secret. Directed by Peter Jackson, the movie will arrive after The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum in 2027.

Ciara will host the Fashion Institute of Technology’s annual gala on April 14 at New York’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine, with a performance by Aloe Blacc. Additionally, Gap CEO Richard Dickson will be honored as the event shines a spotlight on the next generation of fashion talent. The gala, themed “Threads of Impact,” raises funds for scholarships and programs supporting FIT students’ creative growth.

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