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Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Step Down After Two Decades

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Daniel Ek, who helped build Spotify from its startup roots into the world’s leading music platform, is preparing to exit the CEO role after nearly 20 years. On January 1, 2026, Ek will step down as CEO and move into a new role as Executive Chairman.

Taking over leadership duties will be Alex Norström and Gustav Söderström, who will share the title of co-CEOs. The pair have already been handling much of the company’s day-to-day, making the move feel more of a formal transition than a sudden change

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In a statement, Ek explained his new focus: “As Executive Chairman, I will spend more of my time on the long arc: strategy, capital allocation, regulatory efforts, and the calls that will shape the next decade for Spotify. Gustav and Alex will continue to report to me, and we will work closely together with our Board of Directors.” The announcement surprised investors, with Spotify’s stock dipping after the news. But Ek emphasized that he isn’t leaving Spotify entirely—his new position keeps him deeply involved in steering the company’s future.

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Back in 2006, Ek co-founded Spotify, a startup that grew into the world’s biggest music streaming platform and changed the way people listen to music. Fast forward to today: Spotify now counts over 700 million of users and has stretched far past music, adding podcasts and audiobooks to its library. Of course, dominance comes with pushback.

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Ek’s decision marks a turning point for Spotify, handing the day-to-day to new leadership while keeping his fingerprints on the company’s future. he will continue to shape the company’s direction through his role as Executive Chairman.

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Zendaya Reveals a Tiny “T” Tattoo With Her Backless at ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Premiere

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After her press run for the film The Drama, where her appearances featured bridal-inspired looks, Zendaya arrived at the Los Angeles premiere of Euphoria Season 3 with a more minimal look, revealing a new detail.

Wearing a custom couture design from Ashi Studio, styled by Law Roach, she stepped onto the carpet in a deep espresso satin gown featuring a halter neckline, open back, and cut-out sides. The silhouette revealed the shoulders, spine, and ribcage.

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As she posed for photographers, a small “T” tattoo placed along her ribs became visible but small immediately picked up in side-profile images.

The marking is widely interpreted as a reference to Tom Holland. Their tattoos were previously confirmed by People to have been done in November 2024 by tattoo artist Lily Jarnryd. Holland is reported to have a corresponding “Z” tattoo.

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Zendaya has not directly addressed the tattoo publicly. However, in a recent appearance on The New York Times’ Modern Love podcast, she spoke about her relationship with Holland, said she feels more at ease with him than apart that made her know he was the right person.

Her styling at the premiere was kept minimal. Hair was worn up to keep the neckline and back unobstructed, and jewelry was limited to diamond pieces, including hoop earrings and rings worn throughout her recent appearances.

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Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Looks Like a Young Angelina Jolie in Her K-Pop Music Video Debut

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19-year-old Shiloh, daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, appears in a teaser for the K-pop music video What’s A Girl To Do  by Dayoung. This adds to her involvement in dance and performance. The teaser shows her in a choreographed group setting, where she makes a brief appearance, following her training in dance and work with choreographers in Los Angeles.

Following the teaser’s release, comparisons were drawn between Shiloh and a younger Angelina Jolie. The resemblance became a key point of discussion across social platforms and entertainment coverage.

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The comparison is largely based on facial structure and styling choices seen in the teaser, including braided hair and minimal, defined makeup. These elements references from Angelina Jolie’s early screen appearances, which led to the immediate recognition.

Reports indicate that Shiloh’s role came through an audition process rather than a direct placement, a detail noted in coverage highlighting her as an independent performer. She has trained in dance and worked on choreography in Los Angeles.

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This adds to her visibility within performance spaces, particularly in dance. While she has largely remained outside traditional celebrity circuits, this project brings her into a more public space.

Coverage surrounding the debut focuses on two angles her resemblance to Angelina Jolie and her
work as a performer, with growing attention on her dance training.

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Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen Welcome First Child, a Baby Girl

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Hailee Steinfeld and her husband, Josh Allen, welcomed their first child together, the couple announced the news on April 2, 2026 in a Substack post titled “Special delivery,” but didn’t mention their daughter’s name.

“Our baby girl has arrived, we’re feeling incredibly grateful and blessed and savouring these early moments. Thank you so much for the love and well wishes. Love, Hailee and Josh.” Steinfeld wrote.

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Steinfeld, 29, and Allen, 29, first linked up back in May 2023, after they both spent a night out in NewYork City. Allen proposed in November 2024 and the pair got married in May 31, 2025, at Santa Barbara in California.

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The couple mostly kept much of the pregnancy  details private, although she first announced in December 2025 that she was expecting, in a joint Instagram post including a video of the quarterback kissing his wife’s belly while outdoors in the snow.

Steinfeld did not attend the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony on March 15, where she had been expected to appear alongside her Sinners castmates. During the speech of her co-star Michael B. Jordan after winning the award, he said “Hailee at home, she’s getting ready to have the baby right now.”

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The actress gave birth few  months after making her pregnancy first red carpet appearance at the 2026 Golden Globes in January.

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