William Morris Endeavor (WME) Signs Anitta for Representation in All Areas

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Tom Castaneda

Anitta is looking to expand her global reach and impact with new representation…

The 32-year-old Brazilian singer, songwriter, dancer and actress has signed with William Morris Endeavor (WME) for representation in all areas.

Anitta is hoping WME will help her expand her presence across, television and unscripted.

The agency will at the same time look to help Anitta scale her global brand in fashion, beauty, partnerships and the creator economy, with Senior Partner Brad Slater running point for the artist.

“There is a reason Anitta is undoubtedly one of the greatest performers in the world today,” Slater told Deadline. “She is the definition of what a global superstar looks like: an ever-growing multicultural fan base, multi-lingual, and most importantly has a burning motivation to continue building her career. We look forward to expanding her presence across every facet of the entertainment industry.”

Born Larissa de Macedo Machado, Anitta is considered to be one of the most globally successful Latin pop artists of her generation.

She first broke out with a number of funk carioca–infused hits in the early 2010s, becoming a household name in Brazil following the release of her 2013 single “Show das Poderosas.”

After rising to stardom in her home country, she expanded her footprint internationally over the course of a number of years, through collaborations in Portuguese, Spanish and English with a wide array of global acts, including J Balvin, Maluma, Cardi B and Madonna.

In 2022, Anitta released her album Versions of Me — featuring songs in Portuguese, Spanish and English — with her single “Envolver” making history as the biggest debut ever by a Latin artist on the Spotify Global Chart. The single shattered a record she’d previously set as it reached #1 on iTunes in 19 countries and earned her recognition from the Guinness World Records for the second time.

Anitta’s Versions of Me has now surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify.

In 2022, she also won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Latin with “Envolver,” becoming the first Brazilian solo artist to receive the honor. Additionally, she was nominated for Best New Artist at the 65th annual Grammy Awards.

Most recently, Anitta released “Bellakeo” with Peso Pluma, which became her highest-charting song on the Billboard Hot 100, and later released Funk Generation, earning her second Grammy nomination for Best Latin Pop Album at the 67th Grammys.

She’s a leading presence at Brazil’s world-renowned Carnival, where she returns as a headliner this year.

Residente Signs with United Talent Agency for Representation in All Areas

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Tom Castaneda

René “Residente” Pérez has new representation…

The 48-year-old Puerto Rican Grammy-winning rapper, best known as one of the founders of the alternative rap band Calle 13, has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for representation in all areas.

UTA also will represent his production company, 1868 Studios.

The announcement comes on the heels of news that Residente will be making his directing and screenwriting debut with the film Porto Rico.

Residente has assembled his own supergroup of actors to lead his epic Caribbean western and historical drama depicting the realities of colonialism and paternalism.

In his lead acting role, Benito “Bad Bunny” Martínez Ocasio will star alongside heavy hitters Edward Norton, Javier Bardem and Viggo Mortensen to be executive produced by the legendary filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu.

Residente co-wrote the screenplay with Birdman‘s Alexander Dinelaris, a fellow Puerto Rican talent.

While exploring this new facet of his career, Residente never will abandon his musical roots, which began as the frontman of the group Calle 13.

In 2017, he made his solo debut with the self-titled album Residente. The popularity of his infusion of Latin hip-hop and reggaeton sounds has taken him to major stages all over the world, including notable performances with Gustavo Dudamel and the L.A. Philharmonic in 2020 and in front of a crowd of 180,000 fans at Mexico City’s historic Zócalo last year.

He’s a four-time Grammy and 29 Latin Grammy Award winner and shares the title of most Latin Grammy wins with Édgar Barrera.

In 2020 show, Residente expressed his desire to act, write and direct. Four years later, he made his acting debut alongside Sasha Calle and Leslie Grace in the indie feature In the Summers, which garnered much buzz at the Sundance Film Festival that year and won the Grand Jury Prize.

He recently returned to the festival as part of the cast of the feature Frank and Louis, starring opposite Kingsley Ben-Adir.

To continue expanding as a multi-hyphenate creative, Residente launched his 1868 Studios banner through a multi-year joint venture between Sony Music Latin-Iberia and Sony Music Vision. The company develops, produces and globally distributes original content centered on authentic, culturally driven storytelling. Committed to elevating Latin culture and bringing Latin stories to global audiences, 1868 Studios creates premium projects that highlight heritage, identity and bold creative expression across formats.

Residente was most recently represented at CAA.

Ana de Armas Signs with William Morris Endeavor (WME)

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Ana de Armas has new representation…

The 37-year-old Spanish-Cuban actress has switched agencies, moving to William Morris Endeavor (WME) for representation.

de Armas became one of the film industry’s most sought-after actresses after her breakout with 2019’s Knives Out, which earned her a first Golden Globe nomination for her starring role opposite Daniel Craig.

Subsequently, de Armas landed her first Oscar nomination for Best Actress for her turn as Marilyn Monroe in Andrew Dominik’s Netflix film Blonde, also scoring a BAFTA nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role, a SAG nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role, and a Golden Globes nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama.

Additionally, she won the Hollywood Rising Star Award at the Deauville American Film Festival for the role.

Most recently, de Armas has been seen leading the John Wick spin-off Ballerina from Lionsgate.

Other recent credits include Ron Howard’s Eden, Blade Runner 2049, Bond film No Time to Die and Ghosted.

de Armas continues to be represented by Bailey Brand for endorsements, as well as by Grubman, Shire, Meiselas & Sacks and Wolf Kasteler.

Ray Mendoza Signs with Underground for Representation

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Ray Mendoza has new representation.

The Latino former Navy SEAL turned award-winning filmmaker has signed with Underground for representation in all areas.

Mendoza most recently teamed with Alex Garland to write and direct Warfare, an unflinching action drama inspired by his own combat experiences during his deployment to Iraq.

Released in April, the film has been praised for its visceral realism and emotional authenticity, marking Mendoza as a defining new voice in the military and action filmmaking space.

On the episodic side, Mendoza has worked on The Terminal List: Dark Wolf for Prime Video.

Born and raised in the U.S., Mendoza’s path to filmmaking was unconventional. Before making his way in Hollywood, he deployed multiple times in service of the United States as a Navy SEAL. His military background has shaped not only his filmmaking aesthetic but also his commitment to telling human-forward stories rooted in truth, adversity, and honor. He started out in show business by consulting for film and television productions before stepping behind the camera himself.

Underground is a Beverly Hills–based management and production company representing a roster of award-winning actors, writers, and directors.

On the production side, they are best known for series such as Snowfall, which ran on FX for six seasons, and the Snowfall spinoff, for which they recently shot the pilot. They are currently in production on Strip Law at Netflix.

Tony Romo Partners with Skechers for Eighth Consecutive Year

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Tony Romo is still on tennis show duty…

The 45-year-old Mexican American former professional football quarterback, who played for 13 seasons with the Dallas Cowboys before becoming a National Football League television analyst, has extended his partnership with Skechers, the athletic footwear brand that he’s endorsed since 2017.

Romo, a four-time NFL Pro-Bowler, appears in a series of ads for Skechers’ Hands Free Slip-ins Collection, which features shoes designed with flexible materials, tie-free laces and an exclusive “Heel Pillow,” that allow you to step in without bending over.

Romo is seen in a commercial promoting the shoes, which features the trendy open sole design seen on other popular sneaker brands.

The Skechers version features a flexible and breathable jacquard knit upper with an “air-cooled memory foam” insole and a geometric cushioned midsole. The shoes are springy and supportive, offering sneakers that perform whether you’re hitting the football field, the gym or the links.

The new shoes also include the Skechers “Cozy Fit” sneaker above, which the brand says is as soft and comfortable as a “well-worn sweatshirt.” As the name implies, the shoes offer plush cushioning that cradles your feet, with a memory foam insole for additional comfort. A foam midsole and flexible upper allow your feet to move and flex freely, rather than being “locked” in like some sneakers that use more rigid construction.

The “Slip-Ins” technology can also be seen on the “3D Energy” series of sneakers, which feature the same “heel pillow,” mesh upper, adjustable laces and a 3D-printed lattice midsole. Skechers says the shoes are made from “plush, unstructured materials designed to eliminate stiffness and pinching.”

All of the shoes in the collection are machine washable, making them even more practical for everyday wear. The shoes are also all made from vegan materials.

This is Romo’s eighth year in a row of working with Skechers, who have previously tapped athletes and sports icons like MLB pitcher Clayton Kershaw and boxer Sugar Ray Leonard, over the years. Skechers’ celebrity roster, meantime, includes ongoing collaborations with Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart. The footwear brand also teamed up with “Emily in Paris” star Ashley Park for a capsule collection in 2023.

Romo retired from the NFL following the 2016 season and made a successful transition to the broadcast booth, as one of the lead color analysts for CBS Sports. He’ll be

back for another season behind the booth for CBS Sports, as part of the network’s “NFL on CBS” announcer lineup. Romo will be paired alongside veteran broadcaster Jim Nantz and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson for the 2025 season.

Felipe Massa Among Investors in France’s Le Mans Football Team

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Felipe Massa is getting in the futbol game…

The 44-year-old Brazilian racing driver is part of a group of investors who’ve bought a stake in French second-tier football team Le Mans, along with fellow ex-Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen and tennis star Novak Djokovic , the club said on Friday.

Le Mans said in a statement that they join other new financial investors into the club, including Latin American sports investment firm OutField and Georgios Frangulis, the founder and chief executive of OakBerry. Frangulis is the boyfriend of three-time women’s Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka.

“The uniqueness of this fund also lies in its contribution from high-level athletes,” Le Mans president Thierry Gomez said in the statement. “Novak Djokovic, Felipe Massa, and Kevin Magnussen will be part of the adventure.”

No financial details were given.

Massa won 11 races and secured 41 podiums in his F1 career. When driving for Ferrari, the popular Brazilian was within a whisker of winning the 2008 title, only for Lewis Hamilton to beat him in a dramatic finish at the last race. Hamilton won the title by 98 points to 97.

Le Mans football club, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary, begin their league campaign on August 9.

Le Mans — a small city in northwestern France — also hosts the famed 24-hour endurance car race.

Shakira Makes History with One Million Concert Tickets Sold in Mexico

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Shakira has a ticket(s) to lead…

The 48-year-old Colombian Grammy-winning superstar has achieved another milestone with her successful Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, reaching one million tickets sold in Mexico, per promoter OCESA.

“This is an unprecedented figure and a statement of impact as powerful as the historic record of her 12 sold-out dates at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City,” OCESA said in a press release. “One million tickets… in a country of 129 million inhabitants!”

The historic figure is the result of the 26 concerts that the Colombian superstar has included in total in the Latin American country, divided in two phases.

After making history in March with seven consecutive sold-out shows at Estadio GNP Seguros, the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour will return to the Mexican capital for another series of five concerts on August 26, 27, 29, and 30, and on September 18, for a total of 12.

This will make Shakira the first artist to achieve such a number of dates in this major venue (formerly known as Foro Sol).

The singer and songwriter, who has been adding dates to the tour as tickets continue to sell out, will soon surpass the nine shows at Estadio GNP Seguros by Grupo Firme, which so far is the group with the highest number of performances already held there.

Before that, Shakira will perform on August 11 at Estadio Caliente in Tijuana, Baja California; on August 14 at Estadio Héroes de Nacozari in Hermosillo, Sonora; on August 17 at Estadio UACH in Chihuahua; and on August 20 at Estadio Corona in Torreón, Coahuila.

The success of her monumental stadium tour has led the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer to top Billboard Boxscore’s mid-year ranking, grossing $130 million as of June.

With the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, Shakira has left an indelible mark on Latin America, bringing together more than one million spectators, according to OCESA.

The Barranquilla-born artist was also named the No. 1 star among Billboard’s Best 50 Female Latin Pop Artists of All Time in March.

“Love Island USA” Winner Amaya Espinal Signs with Gersh & Untitled Entertainment

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Amaya Espinal is hoping to extend her 15 minutes of fame beyond the island.

The 25-year-old Dominican-American nurse from New York, the winner of Love Island USA, has signed with Gersh and Untitled Entertainment for representation in all areas.

Amaya is coming off of winning Season 7 of the Peacock dating series alongside partner Bryan Arenales.

Known by her nickname as “Amaya Papaya,” the reigning Love Island queen became a fan favorite due to her authenticity and positivity.

The Islander entered the Fiji villa on Day 5 as a bombshell and quickly found herself in a love triangle between Ace Greene and Chelley Bissainthe.

During her time in the villa, some of the Islanders misunderstood Amaya’s effusiveness and genuineness in her attempts to find a connection. It was in the “Stand on Business” challenge when it finally clocked with viewers that Amaya was in the villa for the right reasons. This was also the moment when Bryan stepped up to defend Amaya and give insight into her loving and warm persona as a fellow Latino.

The challenge was a turning point for Amaya, and when she turned to Bryan to explore their connection, it ultimately led them to discover love and win the $100,000 prize.

Love Island USA has become a cultural phenomenon with Season 7 ranking as the #1 streaming reality title for five consecutive weeks. Over 40% of season 7’s audience are new viewers, and it has also seen Peacock’s biggest mobile audience ever for an entertainment series, with over 30% of usage occurring on mobile devices.

Amaya has amassed over 7.5 million followers across Instagram and TikTok, all while being in the Love Island USA villa and one of the few Islanders who didn’t have anyone handle her social media platforms while on the show.

Amaya’s next appearance will be at the Love Island USA Season 7 reunion, set to premiere on Monday, August 25 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Peacock.

Paloma Mami Becomes First Female Artist to Sign with Double P Management

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Paloma Mami is breaking up the boys club…

The 25-year-old Chilean-American singer-songwriter has signed with Double P Management’s George Prajin, becoming the first female artist on the company’s roster.

Paloma Mami, who was nominated for best new artist at the 2021 Latin Grammys, joins a roster that includes Peso Pluma, Tito Double P, Gabito Ballesteros and Santa Fe Klan.

Along with being the first female artist to join Double P Management, she’s also the first non-Mexican act on the roster, marking a new step for the company as it expands its roster beyond música mexicana.

“Paloma is a generational artist whose sound transcends borders,” George Prajin said in a statement. “We’re excited to partner with her and continue pushing the boundaries of Latin music.”

Known for her copper-toned vocals and her attitude-heavy delivery, Mami became an artist to watch when she broke through in 2018 with “Not Steady,” a lushly produced, urban-tinged R&B track that showcased her bilingual skills.

Soon after, Mami signed with Sony Music Latin and began releasing a handful of songs and collaborations — including “No Te Debí Besar” with C. Tangana and “QueLoQue” with Major Lazer, which peaked at No. 17 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart.

In 2021, Mami officially dropped her debut album, Sueños de Dali. That same year, she received a Latin Grammy nomination for best new artist.

Her only album to date, Sueños de Dali includes co-writing credits from superstars Rosalía, El Guincho, Tainy and Edgar Barrera and is sonically wide-ranging, encompassing melodic reggaetón, R&B and electro-funk.

Most recently, Mami released “HAKiA,” which is powered by a hypnotizing reggaetón drum beat.

She is set to release a new album July 11 via Sony Music Latin.

Dominic Colón Signs with M88 for Representation

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Tom Castaneda

Dominic Colón has new representation.

The 49-year-old Puerto Rican award-winning actor, writer, producer and filmmaker has signed with M88 for representation.

Colón, who hails from the Bronx, New York, made The Blacklist’s inaugural Latinx TV List with his television pilot Papi.

As one of the top three finalists, he received a blind pilot deal at Hulu. He has had projects in development at Hulu, ABC & UTV and is a 2024 WGAE Showrunner Training Academy graduate.

Colón has been set as the co-writer/creator of the television adaptation of Joseph “Fat Joe” Cartagena’s memoir The Book of Jose, alongside Kenya Barris, which is currently in pilot development at Starz with BET Studios. The series will follow the rags-to-riches story of Grammy-nominee Fat Joe and chronicle his evolution from growing up in the Bronx to becoming a global superstar with a career spanning over three decades.

Colón was a writer on the Netflix series, Boots (fka The Corps), the final project produced by Norman Lear, set to premiere later this year. In collaboration with Steven Canals, Colón recently developed a one-hour medical drama for ABC and UTV. In the podcast space, he wrote the episode “Our Lady of the Six Train” for the GLAAD-nominated scripted podcast anthology, Love In Gravity.

As a playwright, Colón’s plays have been developed by Atlantic Theater Company, LAByrinth Theater Company, Latinx Playwrights Circle, The SOL Project and The National Queer Theater. His play The War I Know received the inaugural Write-It-Out Prize, a cash award given to a playwright living with HIV.

Additionally, his play, The Empty Space or White People Ruin Everything, was a finalist for the Relentless Award.

As an actor, Colón has appeared in over 60 television shows and movies. He will soon be seen in a recurring role on Brad Inglesby’s upcoming HBO limited series Task, starring Mark Ruffalo.

In addition to his career as a professional writer and actor, Colón has taught acting and playwriting at various high schools, hospitals, prisons, and juvenile detention facilities throughout NYC.

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