What's Happening in Entertainment This Week?

This week in entertainment, several news stories have made headlines. From TV and music to comedy and streaming, here's a rundown of the latest developments.

Hoda Kotb is set to continue filling in for Savannah Guthrie on the Today show, as Guthrie's mother, Nancy, remains missing. Kotb has been hosting the show alongside Craig Melvin since February 6, and it's unclear when Guthrie will return.

In other news, Harry Styles has been making waves with his candid comments about his grandmother's funeral. In a recent appearance on Brittany Broski's Royal Court, Styles revealed that he laughed during the service, thinking about "inappropriate cremation songs." The singer explained that his interest in cremation songs started at his grandmother's funeral, where he found humor in the unusual topic.

Meanwhile, in the world of animation, the creators of Smiling Friends have announced that the show will end with its third season on Adult Swim. Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel made the announcement in an audio message on Adult Swim's X account, stating that the decision was theirs.

In the realm of streaming, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos is heading to the White House to discuss the company's bid for Warner Bros. Discovery. Sarandos will meet with administration officials, including White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, as Netflix tries to gain an upper hand in the deal.

Finally, in the world of comedy, Martin Short has postponed his tour with Steve Martin following the death of his daughter, Katherine. The 42-year-old died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the Los Angeles coroner. The duo's show, "The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short," had several dates scheduled for February, but they have been postponed indefinitely.

These stories highlight the ever-changing landscape of the entertainment industry, from the latest TV and music news to the world of comedy and streaming. As the industry continues to evolve, it's clear that there's always something new and unexpected happening.

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* Hoda Kotb Set To Continue On ‘Today’ Subbing For Savannah Guthrie Amid Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance
* Harry Styles Says He Laughed at His Grandmother’s Funeral “Thinking About Inappropriate Cremation Songs”
* ‘Smiling Friends’ Creators Announce Show Is Ending With Season 3 On Adult Swim: “It Was Our Decision”
* Sarandos Schleps To White House To Counterpunch Paramount’s Potential Upper Hand In WBD Bid
* Martin Short and Steven Martin Comedy Show Postponed After Death of Short’s Daughter