New Faces and Honors in Entertainment

Recent Awards, Podcasts, and Streaming Developments

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Sunday, March 1, 2026

New Faces and Honors in Entertainment

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A family drama wins big at Spain's Goya Awards, Lil Dicky and Benny Blanco launch a unique podcast, and Netflix announces a new sports documentary series.

The world of entertainment has seen a flurry of activity in recent days, with awards ceremonies, new podcast launches, and exciting developments in the streaming space. Here's a rundown of the latest news:

In Spain, the Goya Awards took place on Saturday night, with Alauda Ruiz de Azúa's Basque family drama "Sundays" emerging as the big winner. The film took home top prizes including best picture, director, and best actress for star Patricia López Arnaíz. Despite being the favorite to win, "Sundays" beat out Oliver Laxe's Oscar-nominated "Sirāt", which still managed to take home six awards including best sound and cinematography. (Source 1)

In the world of podcasting, Lil Dicky and Benny Blanco have launched a new project called "Friends Keep Secrets", which is being billed as a podcast and more. The show features the duo, along with their wives and a weekly guest, discussing a wide range of topics in a unique and interactive format. The podcast has already featured big-name guests like Ed Sheeran and Gwyneth Paltrow, and promises to deliver more exciting conversations in the future. (Source 2)

Critical Role, the popular Dungeons & Dragons-inspired brand, has hired Hallmark Media alum Alyssa Zeisler as the general manager of its paid streaming service Beacon. Zeisler brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked on a number of high-profile projects during her time at Hallmark. Beacon offers exclusive and early access content to fans of Critical Role, as well as live event pre-sales and discounts on merchandise. (Source 3)

Netflix has announced the latest installment of its popular sports documentary series "Untold", which will premiere in March. The new season will feature four new titles, including "The Death & Life of Lamar Odom", which explores the former NBA star's struggles with addiction and his near-fatal experience at a brothel in 2015. The series promises to deliver more thrilling and thought-provoking stories from the world of sports. (Source 4)

Finally, the honorees for this year's Lexus Uptown Honors Hollywood awards have been announced, with Mario Van Peebles and Taye Diggs among the recipients. Van Peebles will receive the Icon of Achievement Award, recognizing his nearly 60-year career in Hollywood, while Diggs will receive the Impact and Excellence Award for his decades-long acting career across film, television, and theater. (Source 5)

Overall, it's been an exciting week in the world of entertainment, with new faces and honors emerging in the worlds of film, podcasting, and streaming. Whether you're a fan of sports documentaries or Dungeons & Dragons, there's something for everyone in the latest news from the entertainment industry.

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