Bruno Mars Announces Romantic Tour as Entertainment Industry Celebrates AFI Awards and New Projects

Bruno Mars Launches Major Stadium Tour Following Album Release

Bruno Mars has announced his highly anticipated "Romantic" tour, featuring performances from Anderson .Paak, Pretty Big Tory, A Monet, and Leon Thomas on select dates.[2] The tour kicks off April 10th in Las Vegas, with a notable stop at Ford Field in Detroit on May 9th.[2] Tickets go on sale January 15th, 2026.[2]

The tour announcement follows Mars' release of his fourth solo album, also titled "Romantic," marking a significant milestone in his career as he continues to expand his musical reach.[2]

AFI Awards Celebrates 2026 Honorees in Beverly Hills

The American Film Institute held its 2026 awards luncheon in Beverly Hills on Friday, bringing together Hollywood's biggest names to honor outstanding films and television programs.[4] The ceremony featured a unique format, replacing traditional acceptance speeches with eloquent written tributes and cultural context clips.[4]

Notable attendees included Leonardo DiCaprio, George Clooney, Benicio del Toro, and Edward James Olmos, who mingled throughout the afternoon in an atmosphere emphasizing industry camaraderie.[4] The event honored ten films including "Avatar: Fire and Ash," "Wicked: For Good," "Frankenstein," and "Marty Supreme," along with nine television programs including "Severance," "Andor," and "The Diplomat."[4]

Netflix Expands Stranger Things Universe with Animated Series

Netflix has officially greenlit its first animated series set in the Stranger Things universe, filling the gap between seasons 2 and 3 of the original show.[2] The streamer has hired voice actors to portray younger versions of iconic characters including Eleven and Mike as the original cast has aged.[2]

The animated spinoff is expected to feature a Saturday morning cartoon aesthetic when it debuts on Netflix later this year.[2]

Zara Larsson Receives First Grammy Nomination

Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson has earned her first-ever Grammy nomination after nearly two decades on stage and accumulating over 16 billion streams.[1] The multi-platinum artist was recognized for her choreography work on the track "Pretty Ugly," marking a significant career milestone.[1]

Larsson discussed her approach to styling for the nomination, explaining that she decided to create an everyday version of her signature stage look featuring rhinestones, starting natural before building to full glamour by day's end.[1]