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February 2, 2026
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The NFL will play its first-ever regular season game in Paris in 2026, marking a major milestone in the league’s global expansion strategy. The historic matchup will take place at Stade de France, with the New Orleans Saints confirmed as one of the participating teams due to their international marketing rights in France through the NFL Global Markets Program. The game is being organized in partnership with GL events and supported by multiple French national and regional organizations. Details on the opponent, date, and kickoff time will be announced when the 2026 schedule is released this spring.

Disney reported first-quarter revenue and earnings that beat Wall Street expectations, driven largely by strong performance in its theme parks, resorts, and cruises. The experiences segment surpassed $10 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time, with domestic parks generating $6.91 billion and international parks $1.75 billion, though international attendance was softer, according to CFO Hugh Johnston. Overall revenue rose 5% year over year to nearly $26 billion, while adjusted earnings per share came in at $1.63, above estimates. Looking ahead, Disney expects double-digit adjusted EPS growth, plans to repurchase $7 billion in stock, and projects its streaming services Disney+ and Hulu to deliver about $500 million in operating income next quarter.

Steven Spielberg has officially achieved EGOT status after winning a Grammy Award for best music film for Music by John Williams on Sunday, a documentary honoring his longtime collaborator. The win completes his collection of the four major entertainment awards, a distinction held by only 22 individuals. The Disney+ film traces John Williams’ legendary career and collaborations with Spielberg on classics like Jaws, Schindler’s List, and Saving Private Ryan. Spielberg’s EGOT adds to an already historic résumé that includes two Best Director Oscars and a record 14 Best Picture nominations as a producer.

Bronny James has revealed his signature Nike logo, unveiling it quietly during a return to Cleveland on the heel of a Nike LeBron Witness 9 PE. Rather than a major marketing rollout, the understated display signals Nike’s intent to position Bronny as an independent presence within its basketball lineup. The minimalist logo features a jagged lowercase “b” merged with the number 9, referencing his Los Angeles Lakers jersey number. 

Connor Storrie will make his Saturday Night Live hosting debut on Feb 28, with Mumford & Sons set as the musical guest. The announcement comes as Storrie continues a high-profile run that recently included a front-row appearance at the Saint Laurent show during Paris Fashion Week. The sketch show spoofed Heated Rivalry last month in a sketch titled Heated Wizardry, featuring Finn Wolfhard and cast member Ben Marshall. The show returns Feb. 28, after nearly a month-long hiatus.

Harry Styles’ “Aperture” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his third chart-topping single and second to enter the chart directly at the top, following “As It Was” in 2022. The song serves as the lead single for his fourth solo album, Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally, set for release March 6. Styles’ previous albums – Harry’s House, Fine Line, and Harry Styles – all debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and “Aperture” is his eighth Hot 100 top 10 hit, building on his success with One Direction.

With the NFL season coming to a close, FanDuel is launching a three-ad campaign titled ‘Last Call for Football’ that treats the Super Bowl as an emotional finale rather than just a marquee event. Created with Arts & Letters, the campaign unfolds throughout the final week of the season and centers on a fictional bar where fans and legends Joe Montana, Rob Gronkowski, and Adam Vinatieri gather alongside brand host Luis Guzmán. The campaign culminates with a premium placement just before kickoff, framing the Super Bowl as the payoff to an entire season, not just one night.

Fanatics announced an exclusive partnership with David Beckham Monday, covering autographed memorabilia, trading cards, appearances, and fan experiences. Under the terms of the new partnership, Fanatics will also become the sole distributor of Beckham’s full assortment of highly sought after memorabilia and collectibles. The first release under the partnership will be 2026 Topps Chrome Premier League, launching Feb. 5, following Topps regaining the Premier League license. Fanatics also hinted at future cross-sport collaborations, building on similar deals with stars like LeBron James and Tom Brady.

Adidas has opened its first U.S.-only soccer-focused flagship store at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, N.J., ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 9,000-square-foot store offers an immersive soccer-driven retail experience, featuring premium footwear, performance apparel, and exclusive collections, including Adidas Originals. An official grand opening on Feb. 25 will include athlete appearances and special activations.

Christopher Nolan has been named the new president of the Directors Guild of America. The DGA’s 20,000 members face a myriad of concerns, from shrinking job opportunities to the growing impact of artificial intelligence, and potential industry consolidation tied to the future of Warner Bros. The union heads into contract negotiations with major studios this spring, with its agreement expiring June 30 – just weeks before his next project The Odyssey is released. Nolan has emphasized jobs, AI protections, and health care as top bargaining priorities.

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