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Dolphin Subsidiaries and Clients Have Successful Showing at Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity 2026July 1, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireCANNES, FR / ACCESS Newswire / July 1, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, created waves at this year's Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France through its subsidiaries 42West and The Door. Recognized as Agency of the Year by Observer, Dolphin and its clients were selected for Cannes Lions Shortlist, participated in panels and events along the Croisette throughout the week of the conference, which focuses on celebrating creative minds in the advertising industry.Here are some of the activities that Dolphin and its subsidiaries were involved in:42West x Horror, Inc.42West's Fandoms & Franchises division secured a spot on the prestigious Cannes Lions Shortlist for their work on the collaboration between Angry Orchard and Horror, Inc. celebrating the 45th anniversary of Friday the 13th. The campaign delivered the universe's first major content release in 17 years via an exclusive short film featuring Jason Voorhees. Breaking through a fierce field of 650 global submissions, the project was one of only 42 entries shortlisted in its category. You can check out the short film here. You can check out the short film here.The Door x Trusted Media BrandsTogether with Trusted Media Brands CEO Stephen Colvin, The Door brought a strong presence to Cannes Lions 2026, engaging directly with the industry's top marketers, creators, and storytellers. On Wednesday, June 24th, CEO Stephen Colvin moderated "Craft + Curation: Why Weaving in Real-World Moments Creates Impactful Advertising" at the LBB & Friends Beach, joined by Sergio Lopez (CEO, Omnicom Production), Tass Tsistsopolous (Global Executive Strategy Director, Wieden + Kennedy), content creator Cindy Chen, and David Freeman (Founder & CEO, Kynetic Media Ventures) - a timely addition given Kynetic's recent launch of Graviteur Studios with Dolphin Entertainment. Beyond the main stage, The Door worked with Trusted Media Brands to host an intimate Thursday lunch featuring guest speaker Dr. Marcus Collins, offering select industry leaders candid, off-the-record conversation - a fitting complement to the brand's broader presence at Little Black Book beach.The Door x CalmThe Door partnered with Calm throughout Cannes Lions 2026, coordinating brand and agency meetings with Calm's partnerships team to spark collaboration across the industry. The sessions gave marketers and creatives a chance to explore how Calm's wellness expertise could be woven authentically into upcoming campaigns, moving past surface-level messaging toward genuine integration.The Door x CultureConCultureCon, a client of The Door's DISRPT division, brought its cultural authority to the Croisette through founder and CEO Imani Ellis, who had one of the more substantive weeks of any community-builder at the festival. Ellis served on the official Cannes Lions 2026 Shortlisting Jury, helping decide which work advanced to be judged and awarded. She also opened The Power of Experiential Connection at FQ Beach at Hôtel Martinez, a panel co-hosted by Sparks, moderating a conversation with Sparks SVP of Marketing Sheyna Bruckner and Pinterest's Judy Lee on why in-person connection still matters most in an era of infinite content. CultureCon also brought its own IP to the festival: a special Cannes edition of CultureCon Uncut, Imani's Spotify video podcast, filmed on the ground with acclaimed sports journalist Taylor Rooks.The Door x SPILLThe Door's DISRPT division brought SPILL to Cannes Lions 2026, where Alphonzo "Phonz" Terrell took a seat at two of the week's most consequential tables. He joined the TIME100 Roundtable on June 23, "From Attention to Intention: Creating a Healthier Digital World for the Next Generation," moderated by TIME CEO Jessica Sibley and co-hosted by Pinterest CEO Bill Ready, a conversation TIME went on to publish, where Phonz spoke pointedly about belonging and safety for the kids who come to social platforms because they have nowhere else to find people like them. He also brought that same perspective to roundtable programming at Sport House, putting SPILL's mission in front of the executives and culture-shapers driving the week.The Door x U.S. SailGP TeamFresh off a race weekend, the U.S. SailGP Team made the trip to Cannes for an appearance at Sport House, one of the leading destinations at the festival, bringing the energy of the world's most exciting racing series straight to the heart of the creative industry.Additionally, conversations on the Croisette about original content and the creator economy were on the heels of Dolphin's recent announcement of the launch of Graviteur Studios, a creator-led, audience-first independent film and television studio built for an entertainment landscape increasingly driven by creators, fandom, and intellectual property. Led by KYNETIC CEO David Freeman and Dolphin CEO Bill O'Dowd, Graviteur Studios is designed to bridge the worlds of digital influence and premium entertainment, reshaping how creators develop, finance, produce, market, and distribute original scripted films and television projects.ABOUT DOLPHINDolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.INVESTOR CONTACTJames Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: DolphinView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiaries and Clients Have Successful Showing at Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity 2026

Dolphin Subsidiary The Digital Dept. Partners With Vidcon To Power Featured Creator Gifting Lounge At Vidcon Anaheim 2026June 10, 2026 9:25 AM
ACCESS NewswireThe Agency's BRANDEdit Platform Will Host Exclusive Creator Experience; The Digital Dept.'s Lindsey Cook to Speak on Creator Economy PanelLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 10, 2026 / The Digital Dept., a subsidiary of Dolphin (Nasdaq:DLPN) and a leading influencer marketing and management company, today announced its partnership with VidCon Anaheim 2026 Creator Economy Conference to host the Featured Creator Gifting Lounge Powered by BRANDEdit during the event, taking place June 25-27 in Anaheim, California.Located within VidCon's exclusive VIP Village, the Featured Creator Gifting Lounge Powered by BRANDEdit will provide brands with a turnkey opportunity to engage directly with approximately 200 of the world's leading digital creators through curated product experiences, relationship-building opportunities, and content creation moments.The activation marks an expansion of BRANDEdit, The Digital Dept.'s experiential platform that connects brands and creators through immersive, high-impact experiences designed to generate authentic engagement and social amplification."VidCon has long been the epicenter of the creator economy, bringing together the talent, brands and platforms that are shaping culture in real time," said Sarah Boyd, Co-CEO of The Digital Dept. "We're thrilled to partner with VidCon to create an experience that facilitates meaningful connections between creators and brands. As influencer marketing continues to mature, the most valuable partnerships are built through authentic relationships, and BRANDEdit was designed to make those connections happen."In addition to the gifting lounge activation, Lindsey Cook, Marketing Director at The Digital Dept., will participate in VidCon's featured industry panel, "Forget Scale: Why Depth Is the Future of Creator Partnerships," on June 25. The session will explore how creators are building successful businesses through highly engaged niche communities and how brands can effectively partner with those audiences to drive meaningful results."As the creator economy becomes increasingly sophisticated, brands are recognizing that influence is no longer simply about reach-it's about relevance, trust and community," said Ali Grant, Co-CEO of The Digital Dept. "Our partnership with VidCon and Lindsey's participation on this important panel reflect our ongoing commitment to helping brands navigate the evolving creator landscape and build partnerships that deliver real business impact."Now celebrating its 15th anniversary, VidCon remains the largest gathering of digital creators, fans and industry professionals, welcoming more than 55,000 attendees, 250 featured creators and over 100 brand partners annually.Through BRANDEdit, The Digital Dept. produces creator-focused experiential activations nationwide, leveraging its expertise across talent management, brand strategy, influencer partnerships and live experiences to create meaningful connections between brands and digital audiences.ABOUT DOLPHINDolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.Contact:
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiary The Digital Dept. Partners With Vidcon To Power Featured Creator Gifting Lounge At Vidcon Anaheim 2026

Elle Communications Clients Take the Stage at NEXUS Global Summit 2026May 20, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireCivil rights leader Mónica Ramírez and Matthew Perry Foundation CEO Lisa Kasteler Calio headlined programming at the premier global impact summit in New York CityLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / May 20, 2026 / Elle Communications, a subsidiary of Dolphin (Nasdaq:DLPN), is proud to celebrate two of its clients who took center stage last week at the NEXUS Global Summit in New York City. Client Lisa Kasteler Calio, CEO of The Matthew Perry Foundation, was also named one of the TIME 100 Most Influential People in Philanthropy 2026 last week.NEXUS is a global community founded to bridge communities of wealth and social entrepreneurship. With more than 6,000 members from 70 countries, NEXUS unites young investors, social entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and allies to catalyze new leadership and accelerate solutions across political, societal, indigenous, financial, environmental, and equal justice issues.Mónica Ramírez, a renowned civil rights leader and social entrepreneur, joined other Elevate Prize Foundation winners to share her work and vision with summit attendees. A longtime Elle Communications client for nearly a decade, Ramírez used her platform to uplift the 2.5 million farmworker community members who plant, pick, and pack the fruits and vegetables that feed the nation. During her remarks, she highlighted the mission of Justice for Migrant Women, the award-winning nonprofit she leads, and its trademarked campaign, The Humans Who Feed Us®, which confronts the conditions faced by too many food systems workers and calls on consumers to protect the food supply and the rights of the working people who put food on our tables.Lisa Kasteler Calio, CEO of The Matthew Perry Foundation, joined Mónica as part of the Friday morning plenary - widely lauded by attendees as one of the most exciting speaker lineups of the entire summit - where Lisa spoke on a panel rethinking addiction. She was accompanied by Dr. Sarah Wakeman, Senior Medical Director at Mass General Brigham, who oversees the Matthew Perry Foundation Fellowship in Addiction Medicine, a program that trains physicians who have completed an accredited residency to become specialists and leaders in the field. Their conversation shifted hearts and minds around the realities of addiction and what it means to treat it as the public health crisis it is. The session was followed by a breakout curated by and featuring The Matthew Perry Foundation's Policy & Program Director, Nick Gaines, who guided attendees through unlocking opportunities around addiction and mental health.Also making headlines last week, Kasteler-Calio was named one of the TIME 100 Most Influential People in Philanthropy 2026, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the philanthropic world, further amplifying the Foundation's work to destigmatize addiction and ensure it is recognized as a public health crisis on one of the world's largest stages."NEXUS Global Summit brings together the people who are actively building the world we want to live in, and Mónica and Lisa are exactly that," said Silvie Snow-Thomas, President of Elle Communications. "The extensive, savvy, and deeply meaningful work of these leaders creates both real, lasting change and more opportunity for widespread innovation. We are deeply proud to be their partners."About DolphinDolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.About Elle CommunicationsElle Communications, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is a leading PR agency with headquarters in Los Angeles and New York City. As early pioneers in impact PR, we are trusted by mission-driven businesses, nonprofit organizations, and some of the most respected public figures in social and environmental impact. For nearly two decades, our team of seasoned experts-deeply connected in media, talent and influencer relations, communications strategy, media training, affiliate marketing, and thought leadership-has amplified stories of progress, innovation, and the changemakers driving it. At Elle, we are committed to creating a supportive and empowering workplace while helping to build a stronger community, a more just society, and a better world. Learn more at www.ellecomm.com and on Instagram here.INVESTOR CONTACT:
James Carbonara
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(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Elle Communications Clients Take the Stage at NEXUS Global Summit 2026

Dolphin Entertainment Reports First Quarter 2026 ResultsMay 12, 2026 4:26 PM
ACCESS NewswireQ1'26 Revenue Rises 5.2% YoY to $12.8MReiterates Expectations for Continued Revenue Growth, Significant Free Cash Flow Generation, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin Expansion in 2026 MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 12, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and premium content production company, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin, commented:"While the first quarter is historically our lightest due to normal business seasonality, we are pleased to report continued top-line growth, with total revenue increasing 5.2% year over year to $12.8 million. Furthermore, we reduced our Adjusted EBITDA loss by 25% year-over-year. We emphasize Adjusted EBITDA because, given our significant non-cash amortization expenses and minimal capital expenditures, it is a much more accurate reflection of our true cash flow potential than operating income.As noted in our prior quarter's remarks, following several years of acquisitions and growth-related investment, Dolphin is now well positioned to realize the benefits of that work. We continue to operate in highly attractive sectors, and with rising profitability, modest capex requirements, and $127 million in NOL carryforwards, we remain confident in our ability to generate meaningful free cash flow in the periods ahead. Finally, with insiders holding a substantial stake in the company, management remains deeply aligned with shareholders in the pursuit of long-term value.Looking ahead, we are excited about the rest of 2026, 2027, and beyond. In addition to organic improvements in our existing business, there are readily identifiable catalysts that should increase earnings even more. We are making progress with our DealMaker partnership, and we just announced a publishing imprint venture with Copper Books and Simon & Schuster that allows us to offer premium book publishing services to our clients with no upfront capital required from Dolphin. We would also remind investors that our bank debt matures in less than two and a half years, which will free up nearly $2.2 million in annual principal and interest payments. Looking a bit further out, we continue to anticipate roughly $1 million in annualized lease savings once our large New York City and Los Angeles leases expire in the second half of 2027. Given our NOLs, which substantially shield us from cash taxes, the bulk of these combined savings should flow directly to the bottom line, providing a further tailwind to free cash flow".Q1 2026 and Recent HighlightsTotal revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2026, was $12.8 million, an increase of 5.2% from $12.2 million last year.Operating loss was $2.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to an operating loss of $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025.Operating expenses for Q1 2026 were $14.9 million, including non-cash expenses of $0.5 million related to depreciation and amortization, a one-time non-recurring distribution guarantee of $0.7 million and legal and professional fees higher than usual due to litigation costs of approximately $0.2 million. This compares to operating expenses of $13.9 million in Q1 2025, including depreciation and amortization of $0.6 million and acquisition costs of approximately $0.4 million.Net loss for Q1 2026 was $2.7 million as compared to a net loss of $2.3 million for Q1 2025.Basic and diluted loss per share for Q1 2026 was $(0.22) based on 12,327,974 weighted average shares outstanding compared to basic and diluted loss per share in Q1 2025 of $(0.21) based on 11,162,026 weighted average shares outstanding.Adjusted EBITDA loss for Q1 2026 of approximately $(467,000) improved by 25% compared to approximately $(625,000) in Q1 2025.DolphinSubsidiary clients shaped the Summer 2026 season with culture-defining festivals and eventsCEO was featured on Variety's "Strictly Business" podcast and discussed the creator economy's transformation of marketing and consumer product launchesExpanded Miami footprint to support continued growth across subsidiariesPartnered with DealMaker to unlock community capital for celebrity and influencer brandsPowerhouse subsidiaries led major brand activations during Super Bowl LX42WestDrove global film publicity at CinemaCon 2026Delivered marquee talent and a standout film slate at the 2026 SXSW Festival, featuring a company-record 16 world premiere titles and three audience award-winnersCelebrated an Oscar win as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" took Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy AwardsClients presented, performed, and took home honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards (in partnership with Shore Fire Media)Landed six nominations for clients at the 98th Academy AwardsBrought exciting and diverse projects to the 2026 Sundance Film FestivalShore Fire MediaClient and Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti became the first African solo artist to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of FameClients earned 9 nominations for Independent Music's top awardsPartnered with The Door on the launch of Pawn Shop, a new sports-driven hospitality conceptClients presented, performed, and took home honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards (in partnership with 42West)The DoorPartnered with Shore Fire Media on the launch of Pawn Shop, a new sports-driven hospitality conceptLaunched a Miami hub, expanding Dolphin's South Florida presenceDISRPT Agency, a division of The Door, powered "Art of Glam" during Oscars week, driving cultural momentum into Camille Rose's upcoming Beauté NoirElle CommunicationsClient Harbor Fund announced Sundance Mountain Resort as the new long-term home of Harbor Film ForumThe Digital Dept.Signed reality TV show stars, top beauty creators, and moreYoungbloodAs hockey had a Hollywood moment, Dolphin's adaptation of the cult classic Youngblood premiered in Los AngelesPartnered with Vaneast Pictures to bring the sports drama Youngblood to Berlin for international salesOfficial trailer and key art were released for Hubert Davis' adaptation of the hockey classic "Youngblood"Conference Call InformationTo participate in this event, dial in approximately 5 to 10 minutes before the beginning of the call.Date: May 12, 2026
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Webcast Replay: https://www.webcaster5.com/Webcast/Page/2225/53967This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.CONTACT:James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.comABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited) March 31, 2026 December 31, 2025 ASSETS Current Cash and cash equivalents $6,283,857 $8,756,585 Restricted cash 925,004 925,004 Accounts receivable: Trade, net of allowance of $449,279 and $1,327,808, respectively 6,952,004 7,848,970 Other receivables 4,384,663 5,243,931 Other current assets 1,201,594 1,179,498 Total current assets 19,747,122 23,953,988 Capitalized production costs, net 542,305 520,338 Employee receivable 1,228,085 1,196,085 Right-of-use assets 2,630,279 3,012,941 Goodwill 21,507,944 21,507,944 Intangible assets, net 7,375,731 7,898,607 Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net 38,410 50,961 Other long-term assets 198,296 189,296 Total Assets $53,268,172 $58,330,160 LIABILITIES Current Accounts payable $2,415,858 $3,096,715 Term loans, current portion 1,852,548 1,813,760 Revolving line of credit 400,000 400,000 Notes payable, current portion 3,500,000 3,500,000 Convertible notes payable, current portion 1,550,000 1,250,000 Accrued interest - related party 2,163,116 2,043,087 Accrued compensation - related party 2,625,000 2,625,000 Lease liabilities, current portion 1,671,364 1,912,482 Deferred revenue 953,969 794,177 Other current liabilities 10,010,068 11,096,820 Total current liabilities 27,141,923 28,532,041 Noncurrent Term loans, noncurrent portion 2,502,601 2,976,930 Notes payable, noncurrent portion 4,580,000 4,580,000 Convertible notes payable 5,900,000 6,460,000 Convertible notes payable- related party 2,839,556 2,904,357 Convertible notes payable at fair value 260,000 270,000 Loans from related party 983,112 983,112 Lease liabilities 1,271,028 1,469,386 Deferred tax liability 481,561 463,909 Total Liabilities 45,959,781 48,639,735 STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Preferred Stock, Series C, $0.001 par value, 50,000 shares authorized, 50,000 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025 1,000 1,000 Common stock, $0.015 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 12,513,104 and 12,221,432 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively 187,697 183,321 Additional paid-in capital 159,114,925 158,809,301 Accumulated deficit (151,995,231) (149,303,197)Total Stockholders' Equity 7,308,391 9,690,425 Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity $53,268,172 $58,330,160  DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2026 2025 Revenues $12,803,937 $12,169,711 Expenses: Direct costs 784,650 344,414 Payroll and benefits 10,715,144 10,304,233 Selling, general and administrative 2,047,161 1,772,444 Depreciation and amortization 537,276 591,552 Acquisition cost - 416,171 Legal and professional 856,138 514,424 Total expenses 14,940,369 13,943,238 Loss from operations (2,136,432) (1,773,527)Other (expenses) income: Change in fair value of convertible note 10,000 20,000 Interest expense, net (547,950) (554,013)Total other (expenses) income, net (537,950) (534,013)Loss before income taxes (2,674,382) (2,307,540)Income tax expense (17,652) (21,522) Net loss $(2,692,034) $(2,329,062)Loss per share: Basic $(0.22) $(0.21)Diluted $(0.22) $(0.21)Weighted average number of shares outstanding: Basic 12,327,974 11,162,026 Diluted 12,327,974 11,162,026 Use of Non-GAAP Financial MeasuresIn order to provide greater transparency regarding our operating performance, the financial results in this press release refer to a non-GAAP financial measure that involves adjustments to GAAP results. Non-GAAP financial measures exclude certain income and/or expense items that management deems are not directly attributable to the Company's core operating results and/or certain items that are inconsistent in amounts and frequency, making it difficult to perform a meaningful evaluation of our current or past operating performance.Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("Adjusted EBITDA") is defined by Dolphin as net (loss) or income adjusted for (i) interest, (ii) taxes, (iii) depreciation and amortization, (iv) acquisition costs, (v) change in fair value of convertible note, (vi) allowance for credit losses, (vii) litigation costs; (viii) other one-time or non-cash costs.Management believes that the presentation of operating results using this non-GAAP financial measure provides useful supplemental information for investors by providing them with the non-GAAP financial measure used by management for financial and operational decision making, planning and forecasting and in managing the business. This non-GAAP financial measure does not replace the presentation of financial information in accordance with U.S. GAAP. These non-GAAP financial results should not be considered a measure of liquidity and is unlikely to be comparable to non-GAAP financial measures provided by other companies.Reconciliation of GAAP net loss to non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA loss Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2026 2025 Net (loss) income (GAAP) $(2,692,034) $(2,329,062) Adjustments to GAAP measure: Interest expense 547,950 554,013 Income tax expense 17,652 21,522 Depreciation and amortization 537,276 591,552 Acquisition costs 52,728 416,171 Change in fair value of convertible note (10,000) (20,000)Allowance for credit losses 149,791 55,754 One-time advance on distribution of Youngblood 700,000 - Litigation costs 229,376 - One-time signing bonus - 85,000 Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $(467,261) $(625,050)
SOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Entertainment Reports First Quarter 2026 Results

Dolphin Launches Publishing Imprint in Partnership With Copper BooksMay 12, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireNew Imprint Gives Dolphin Clients a Direct Path from Idea to Bookshelf, and from Bookshelf to Screen, with Retail Distribution Through Simon & SchusterMIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 12, 2026 / Dolphin (Nasdaq:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, today announced the launch of a new publishing imprint created in partnership with Copper Books and exclusively available to Dolphin clients. Books published under this partnership will be distributed nationally through Simon & Schuster.For the first time, the artists, athletes, founders, creators, and cultural voices represented across Dolphin's family of agencies have a direct, end-to-end path from idea to bookshelf, whether that story is a memoir, a novel, a thought leadership title, a cookbook, or a children's book. Through the partnership with Copper Books, Dolphin can now offer clients a true publishing pathway: editorial development, design-forward production, and retail distribution through Simon & Schuster, all under one roof.Publishing is not a new world for Dolphin. 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects, and The Digital Dept. have spent decades building book launches, managing author tours, and turning publication days into cultural moments. They represent and amplify many of today's most prominent authors - from bestselling novelists and memoirists to thought leaders, journalists, chefs, and athletes whose books shape the cultural conversation. The same clients Dolphin champions at launch can now, when they choose, bring their book into being with Dolphin from the very first page."Our agencies have spent years being the team behind some of publishing's most celebrated launches. What we're excited by now is the ability to be there from page one. With this partnership, we can walk alongside our clients through the entire journey. From the seed of an idea to bookstore shelves nationwide, and, when the story is extraordinary enough, all the way to the screen through our production and development division," said Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin."At Copper, we built something for people who are ready to say something meaningful and build something that lasts. Dolphin's clients are exactly the voices we created this for. With the full strength of Dolphin's creative and PR infrastructure behind every launch, this partnership gives those authors the intimacy and craft of a boutique publisher and the reach of a major," said Allison Trowbridge, Founder & CEO of Copper Books.The partnership was announced at the Copper Books Book Fair in Nashville, where Dolphin served as a presenting sponsor.About Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/dolphinentertainmentco/.About Copper Books
Copper Books is a publishing company built for thought leaders, creatives, and changemakers who are ready to turn their ideas into enduring books. Founded by author and entrepreneur Allison Trowbridge, Copper combines editorial excellence, design-forward production, and full-service author partnership with retail distribution through Simon & Schuster - bringing world-class publishing to a new generation of impact-driven authors. Copper also operates the Copper Books app, a social platform connecting authors and readers. Learn more at copperbooks.com.Investor Contact
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Launches Publishing Imprint in Partnership With Copper Books

Dolphin to Host First Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call on May 12, 2026May 11, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireMIAMI BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 11, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, announced today it will host a conference call to discuss financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2026 on May 12, 2026, at 4:30pm ET.Conference Call InformationTo participate in this event, dial in approximately 5 to 10 minutes before the beginning of the call.Date: May 12, 2026
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Webcast Replay: https://www.webcaster5.com/Webcast/Page/2225/53967ABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.Contact:James Carbonara
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Dolphin Subsidiary Clients Shape the Summer 2026 Season With Culture-Defining Festivals and EventsMay 6, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireNEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / Leading entertainment marketing and content production company Dolphin (Nasdaq:DLPN) and its marketing division - consisting of marketing and public relations powerhouses 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. - is shaping the sights and sounds of summer in 2026 with a full slate of client events and activations. From large-scale, multi-format festivals and conferences to concert series and sporting competitions, the Dolphin companies represent a wide range of clients hosting culture-defining events across the country this summer.Shore Fire MediaProviding creative communications services for leaders in the arts, culture and entertainment, Shore Fire supports a diverse roster of over 12 genre-spanning music and arts festivals, concert series and purpose-driven cultural events this summer:Celebrating its 58th anniversary, the nine-day Summerfest 2026 will take place across three weekends: June 18-20, June 25-27 and July 2-4. As an independent music festival, Summerfest is well known for its multi-genre lineup - which consistently features hundreds of performances across 12 stages, throughout its permanent 75-acre festival grounds along Lake Michigan in Milwaukee, Wisconsin - and is recognized as one of the most affordable music festivals in the world.The return of the CBGB Festival is taking place on Saturday, Sept. 26 at Under the K Bridge Park in Brooklyn, New York. Building on last year's raucous inaugural success and punk's 50th anniversary, this year's stacked line-up of generation-spanning acts connects punk's originators with its fiercest future voices. Festival-goers can expect a full day of music, vintage and new merch, expanded local food and drink options, and immersive CBGB installations - including Hilly's office, the famous bar and the original stage from the club.Bon Iver's Eaux Claires Festival returns for the first time in eight years this summer. At the heart of the lineup is music, but along with an incredible roster of musicians, Eaux Claires will feature its inaugural class of Writers In Residence - presenting readings, discussions and collaborations from some of the most intriguing names in the literary world - as well as a full program of fair activities and added fun across its new home of Carson Park in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on July 24 and 25.Prince Celebration, the annual gathering of devoted Prince fans from around the world, announced its 10th Anniversary Celebration of Life - a major five-day event taking place June 3-7. Marking 10 years since Prince's passing, this extraordinary global gathering will feature concerts, panels, screenings and special events across Paisley Park, downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul.Rooted in the spirit of Pete and Toshi Seeger's folk picnics, the Hudson River Music Festival is set to return for its second year at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, New York for Father's Day on Sunday, June 21. This all-ages day aims to bring together music lovers, environmental advocates and families for a vibrant celebration. From musical performances to community-driven experiences, the festival continues to carry the torch of a beloved tradition in the Hudson Valley area.Miles Davis 100, an ambitious celebration of Miles Davis is underway - honoring one of the most influential artists in history with cultural initiatives, brand collaborations, archival releases and global live events tied to his centennial. Premiering for Davis' birthday on May 26 at National Sawdust in Brooklyn, The Voice of Miles: A Symphonic Celebration - an upcoming collaboration with Park Avenue Artists - will pair the acclaimed documentary "Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool" and some of Davis' seminal live performances with newly commissioned orchestral arrangements. The centennial also features an international tour by M.E.B. (Miles Electric Band) - founded and led by Emmy and GRAMMY Award-winning drummer and producer Vincent Wilburn Jr., Davis' nephew - including four nights at SFJAZZ and an appearance at the Big Ears Festival. The Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland and the recent Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, Newport Jazz Festival and Summerstage are also participating with tributes and special programming.In 2026, the estate of John Coltrane is marking the 100th anniversary of the musician's birth with Coltrane 100 - an ambitious, year-long global celebration honoring an artist whose work permanently reshaped the language, ambition and purpose of music. Coltrane 100 will unfold across recorded music, live performance, visual art and institutional partnerships. On Sept. 23, Coltrane's birthday, the Hollywood Bowl will host the L.A. premiere of Coltrane 100: Legacy - a symphonic celebration with new arrangements of Coltrane's popular and groundbreaking works. TD Pavilion in Philadelphia will host a Coltrane 100: Legacy concert on July 22 as well. Additionally, communal listening experiences will be celebrated through dedicated "A Love Supreme" vinyl events in New York and Los Angeles with The Record Club, a monthly series known for immersive, audiophile-focused listening sessions.As the first in a series of special events honoring late American icon John Prine's 80th birthday in 2026, the Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts will present Songwriters Celebrate John Prine on June 9. Produced by the Wolf Trap Foundation with the Prine family and the Hello In There Foundation, and commemorating America250 in the National Park for the Performing Arts, this creative collaboration pays tribute to Prine's legacy through the artists inspired by his enduring influence. The one-night-only concert event will feature an all-star lineup of musicians and songwriters performing beloved Prine songs, all backed by his longtime live band.An extension of the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas, The Momentary has announced an expanding slate of 2026 music programming - further cementing its role as a premier destination for live music and culture. Spanning major festivals, outdoor concerts, indoor concerts and a monthly electronic pop-up, the Momentary continues to attract globally recognized artists and emerging talent alike - offering audiences unparalleled live music experiences in a uniquely immersive setting.Growing from one of Europe's preeminent dance destinations into an international celebration of excellence and experimentation, on May 8, Italy's 25-year-old C2C Festival returns to New York City's Knockdown Center for its second-ever U.S. edition - furthering its commitment to cross-genre aesthetic and transglobal scenes. Following a 2025 debut, the next iteration of C2C Festival NYC brings both an expanded production and stellar lineup and will now take place over three stages across the extraordinary breadth of the venue, indoors and outdoors.The Warm Love Cool Dreams Music and Arts Festival is returning for its highly-anticipated second edition on May 23-24, taking over 16 On Center's Salt Shed in Chicago. Beyond music, attendees can explore the fantastical Oddball Market - featuring a variety of local artists and vendors offering records, vintage clothing, jewelry, books, flash tattoos and more - alongside the Arts of Life Studio Sale, supporting over 80 artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities.In 2026, Secretly is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its founding. To mark the occasion this summer, Secretly has announced What Comes After the Blues: Secretly 30 in Bloomington, Indiana - featuring special performances from those who have and will continue to shape its past, present and future. Taking place from Aug. 27-29, each night will take over a local venue essential to the story of both Secretly as well as the city where it first began and is still headquartered.Alanis Morissette will headline the next Wells Fargo Autograph Card Exclusives concert - an intimate concert experience exclusively for Wells Fargo credit cardholders. Fans will have the rare opportunity to see Morissette at White Oak Music Hall in Houston, Texas on May 29. The special concert is presented as part of Wells Fargo's Autograph Card Exclusives series, which offers eligible credit cardholders access to performances by major artists in intimate venues.42WestOne of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public relations firms, 42West is working on several press junkets, parties and conferences for TV, film and music projects:MPTF NextGen Summer Party is hosting its annual event on May 31, supporting the Motion Picture & Television Fund's mission to care for and assist members of the entertainment community. Miramax will serve as a sponsor of the evening, which brings together emerging talent and established industry leaders for a celebration of philanthropy, connection and the future of the industry - highlighting ongoing efforts to provide critical healthcare, housing support and social services to those who power film and television.Berklee College of Music will host a full lineup of keynote speakers, panelists, workshops and topics for its expanded AIMS (AI Music Summit) - the annual symposium hosted by the Berklee Emerging Artistic Technology Lab (BEATL) - taking place June 3-5 on Berklee's Boston campus. The multi-day gathering of musicians, technologists, researchers, educators and legal experts from all corners of the music and tech industries will offer a variety of perspectives on how artificial intelligence is actively reshaping music creation, production, performance, education and rights infrastructure as well as explore how it is entering everyday creative practice - with an emphasis on workflows, artist impact and the ethical questions shaping the future of creative work.HBO will host a press junket for Madison Wells' "Miss You, Love You" on May 7 at The London West Hollywood, featuring interviews and press opportunities with stars Allison Janney and Andrew Rannells along with writer and director Jim Rash. That evening, a premiere and FYC screening will follow at The Hammer Museum ahead of the film's May 29 debut on HBO and HBO Max.Paramount+ will host a global junket for "Dutton Ranch," directed and executive-produced by Christina Alexandra Voros, at The Plaza in New York City on May 11 - bringing together press and talent in support of the highly-anticipated upcoming series.The DoorThe Door's culture-forward public relations division, DISRPT, is involved in multiple community-centered summer events in the beauty, creative and sports industries:Camille Rose's Beauté Noire will return for its sixth year as a cornerstone cultural celebration in Atlanta, marking a new chapter as the multi-day experience moves to late summer for the first time. Rooted in the vision of founder Janell Stephens, this evolution expands the festival's footprint with even more programming, performances and immersive beauty activations designed to honor Black creativity, community and legacy. The weekend kicks off with an intimate dinner celebrating activists and cultural leaders before opening into a larger public celebration that brings together music, beauty and storytelling under one roof. As Beauté Noire grows in scale and impact, it continues to create space for reflection, recognition and connection, bringing culture and beauty to the forefront in a way only Camille Rose can.CultureCon Collective expands into CultureCon Café, a year-round platform designed to support creatives through education, access and community. CultureCon Café serves as an intimate, in-real-life extension of the brand's mission - creating space for connection, conversation and tangible opportunity for emerging and established creatives alike. As part of this next chapter, the CultureCon Café Summer Tour will bring these curated, city-to-city experiences directly to communities nationwide - with stops across New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Chicago and more. Taking the platform on the road matters: it removes geographic barriers to access, meets creatives where they are and deepens CultureCon's role as a national connector of talent and culture.The U.S. SailGP Team will bring its high-performance racing energy off the water and into a dynamic series of cultural moments surrounding its upcoming Grand Prix weekends in Bermuda and New York. In partnership with the Bermuda Tourism Authority, the team will host a marquee experience in Bermuda during the May 9-10 Apex Group Sail Grand Prix, welcoming notable celebrity guests alongside the on-water competition - positioning the island as both a premier racing destination and a cultural hub. Building on this momentum, the Mubadala New York Grand Prix on May 30-31 expands into a weeklong city takeover - anchored by an immersive pop-up experience that brings fans directly into the world of elite sailing. Designed as the ultimate kickoff to summer, the activation will feature unmatched programming - from interactive model boat racing to curated cultural moments and surprise celebrity appearances. Blending sport, culture and entertainment, the experience will extend U.S. SailGP far beyond the racecourse - creating a must-attend summer moment where fans, creatives and industry leaders converge.The Digital Dept.Influencer marketing and talent management firm The Digital Dept. is hosting its own BRANDEdit experiences in the music and creator spaces:The Digital Dept. is heading to Nashville for the BRANDEdit Nashville Experience - a two-day event taking place June 3-4 during CMA Fest. Designed to connect brands with top creators, the experience focuses on driving awareness, generating high-quality content and building meaningful buzz. A curated mix of fashion, beauty, wellness and lifestyle brands will engage with 150-plus creators across both days.For the first time, VidCon is offering brands an exclusive opportunity to connect directly with the world's top digital creators through a premium gifting experience powered by BRANDEdit. This unique activation allows brands to showcase and gift products to 200 of the biggest creators in the world, providing unparalleled exposure and engagement. The gifting lounge will be located in the VIP Village, VidCon's designated zone for top creators, offering a curated and intimate environment for meaningful interactions. This experience is a turnkey solution for brands looking to connect with top creators, amplify their presence at VidCon and build meaningful relationships in the digital creator space.ABOUT DOLPHINDolphin (NASDAQ: DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio - developing and investing in breakthrough content, products and experiences - and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including No. 1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100 and the PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 120.Follow Dolphin on Instagram.Investor Contact:
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiary Clients Shape the Summer 2026 Season With Culture-Defining Festivals and Events

Dolphin Subsidiary 42WEST Drives Global Film Publicity at Cinemacon 2026April 17, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireDiverse Slate Highlighted By Critically-Acclaimed Global Franchises and Landmark Storytelling from Cineverse, GKIDS, Miramax, Prime Focus Studios, and Toho International Ltd.MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / April 17, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, announced that its subsidiary 42West maintained a significant presence at CinemaCon 2026, leveraging the industry's premier global stage to elevate a slate of films from partners including Cineverse, GKIDS, Miramax, Prime Focus Studios, and Toho International Ltd.The agency demonstrated an influential footprint throughout the event, representing a high-profile roster of top-tier filmmakers and talent across its client slate. Tom Hanks was featured in support of Toy Story 5, while director David Leitch brought his signature action sensibility to How to Rob a Bank. Aaron Sorkin generated notable industry attention with The Social Reckoning, reinforcing his continued impact on prestige storytelling. In the gaming and digital space, Seán McLoughlin was announced as a producer on the highly anticipated adaptation of Bloodborne, bridging global gaming audiences with cinematic storytelling. Collectively, these projects underscored 42West's role at the forefront of culture, spanning major studio franchises, auteur-driven filmmaking, and next-generation creator-led content."Every year, CinemaCon marks a pivotal moment for the industry-where the theatrical landscape for the year ahead begins to take shape," said Amanda Lundberg, CEO of 42West. "It's an opportunity to champion our partners' films and ensure they are positioned with clarity, confidence, and impact among the audiences that matter most."At CinemaCon, 42West supported the following films:GKIDS' GODZILLA MINUS ZERO
The release date of November 3 holds a special significance in Godzilla's storied legacy, marking the date of the original theatrical release of GODZILLA in 1954 by Toho Company Ltd. Now, 72 years after the birth of the iconic creature, and three years after the global success of Godzilla Minus One (released in the United States by Toho International Ltd. on December 1, 2023), GODZILLA MINUS ZERO is set to continue the monster's undeniable legacy, making its debut on Godzilla Day 2026.Prime Focus Studios' RAMAYANA
From visionary producer and filmmaker Namit Malhotra comes RAMAYANA, a sweeping, two-part cinematic event inspired by one of the world's most enduring epics.Since the beginning of time, the Trinity Gods rule the three worlds; Brahma - god who creates; Vishnu - god who protects; and Shiva - god who transforms. As the realms of heaven, earth edge toward chaos, the Trinity god Vishnu descends to earth in an avatar to restore balance. This time, Vishnu is reborn as Rama (Ranbir Kapoor), a human prince destined to restore balance. Opposing him, stands the most formidable, learned, undefeatable and immortal demon king Ravana (Yash), blessed by the Trinity themselves, driven by pride and a vengeance powerful enough to shatter the cosmos.Unaware of his true purpose as the only opponent destined to stand up to Ravana in a fateful cosmic design; Rama is the idol of Dharma (duty above all) and the most loved crown prince of Ayodhya, the greatest human dynasty of the time. Rama tries to build a life of quiet honor with his beloved wife Sita (Sai Pallavi) and loyal brother Lakshman (Ravie Dubey) amongst others, until a twist of fate drives him into exile and toward an inevitable clash with Ravana in a reckoning so cataclysmic, it will decide the destiny of gods and mortals.Cineverse's AIR BUD RETURNS
AIR BUD RETURNS is a dynamic reboot of the beloved sports franchise, following 12-year-old Jacob, a determined young athlete chasing his dream of becoming a basketball star. After the passing of his father, Jacob's world is turned upside down when he and his mom move into his dad's childhood home in Fernfield. There, he uncovers an original VHS of the Air Bud movie among his father's belongings and has a fateful encounter with a stray golden retriever he names Buddy. Together, they embark on a heartwarming journey of healing, rally a team of underdogs, and pursue a championship. Along the way, they discover the power of playing from the heart, trusting one another, and never missing a shot.Miramax's SCARY MOVIE
Beloved fan favorite franchise Scary Movie returns June 12, 2026, with a fresh and hilarious twist. The Wayans Brothers are reuniting to write and produce this latest film, and Anna Faris and Regina Hall will reprise their iconic roles.Miramax's THE BEEKEEPER 2
THE BEEKEEPER 2, produced and financed by Miramax and distributed by Amazon MGM Studios, stars Jason Stathan, Jeremy Irons and Yara Shahidi. It is scheduled for release January 15, 2027. The first film, released in January, 2024, earned $162.6 million at the box office with a 92% Verified Hot rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Now a wanted man, former government assassin Adam Clay continues his vendetta against those who wronged him. THE BEEKEEPER 2is directed by Timo Tjahjanto and written by Kurt Wimmer.# # #ABOUT 42WEST
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West features four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm's gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed impactful marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of film and television series, as well as a diverse roster of actors, filmmakers, recording artists, content creators, personalities, and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios and streamers, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.ABOUT DOLPHIN
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.CONTACT:
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiary 42WEST Drives Global Film Publicity at Cinemacon 2026

Dolphin Subsidiaries The Door and Shore Fire Media Partner on Launch of Pawn Shop, a New Sports-Driven Hospitality ConceptApril 7, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireOpening June 2026 in Los Angeles ahead of the World Cup, Pawn Shop blends community-driven sports culture with elevated dining and luxury viewingLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) today announced that two of its subsidiaries, The Door and Shore Fire Media, have been selected to lead communications and launch strategy for Pawn Shop, a new hospitality concept designed to redefine the modern sports experience.Developed by Diego Torres-Palma of Ventana Ventures, Pawn Shop will open this summer, strategically timed with the World Cup, at 5901 Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles-formerly the site of Brothers Collateral Pawn Shop. The 7,808-square-foot venue will restore the historic 1930s building, reintroducing it as a community gathering place while delivering a high-end sports viewing experience.At the culinary helm is James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Messina, a partner in the concept, bringing a food-forward approach that elevates the traditional sports bar model. As the former executive chef and partner at Uni in Boston, Messina earned national acclaim and built a reputation for blending precision technique with bold, unexpected flavors.Pawn Shop is positioned as a next-generation destination where great food, a high-energy bar program, and sports shape culture. The space will feature more than 60 televisions and stadium-style private mezzanine suites, designed with a luxury hospitality sensibility. Distinct from nightlife-driven concepts, Pawn Shop is intentionally built as a premium sports venue, anchored in community, accessibility, and repeat visitation.The Door and Shore Fire Media will lead strategic communications and earned media as well as cultural positioning and talent-driven opportunities. Together, the teams will focus on establishing Pawn Shop as a defining voice in contemporary sports culture through high-impact storytelling, high-profile partnerships, and buzzworthy launch moments.The integrated campaign will roll out in phases leading up to opening, with a focus on sustained cultural relevance, strategic partnerships, and a steady cadence of earned media.More details on partnerships, programming, and launch events will be announced in the coming months.For more information, visit https://www.pawnshopla.com/ and follow @pawnshop_la.For media inquiries, contact: pawnshop@thedooronline.comAbout Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas-ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, DISRPT, Special Projects, The Digital Dept. and Always Alpha. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture-from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.CONTACT:
James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiaries The Door and Shore Fire Media Partner on Launch of Pawn Shop, a New Sports-Driven Hospitality Concept

Dolphin Entertainment Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 ResultsMarch 25, 2026 4:05 PM
ACCESS Newswire2025 Revenue Rises 10% to $56.7M; Q4'25 Revenue Up 27% YoY to $15.6M2025 Net Loss Decreases by $9.5M and 2025 Adjusted EBITDA More than Triples to $2.9M compared to 2024Q4'25 Net Income of $1.0M vs. Net Loss of $2.0M in Q4 24Q4'25 Adjusted EBITDA Swings to $1.7M Profit vs. $(0.5)M Year-Ago LossExpects Continued Revenue Growth and Adjusted EBITDA Margin Expansion in 2026 MIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and premium content production company, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin, stated:"2025 marked a turning point for Dolphin. After several years of strategic acquisitions and growth investments, we are now reaping the benefits. Full-year revenue grew approximately 10% to $56.7 million, with fourth quarter revenue up 27% year-over-year to $15.6 million. Full-year Adjusted EBITDA reached $2.9 million, up 209% from $0.9 million. Q4 was particularly strong, with Adjusted EBITDA of $1.7 million compared to Adjusted EBITDA loss of $0.5 million in Q4 2024, a $2.2 million swing that underscores the operating leverage in our model.Our recently announced strategic partnership with DealMaker, our AI capabilities through Dolphin Intelligence, and our disciplined venture investments represent additional growth catalysts requiring little to no upfront capital. We expect continued top-line growth in 2026 and, just as in 2025, we expect Adjusted EBITDA to expand significantly faster than revenue. We have built the infrastructure and team to support a meaningfully larger revenue base, in which incremental revenue is able to flow disproportionately to the bottom line and we expect continued Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion in 2026.We are excited about 2026, 2027 and beyond. Our bank debt matures within roughly two and a half years, which will save us almost $2.2 million in principal and interest payments on an annual basis. Furthermore, we expect approximately $1 million in annualized lease savings to be achieved after our large leases in New York City and Los Angeles terminate by the end of 2026 and 2027, respectively. These lease savings will enhance our operational leverage, and just as with our expectations of continued organic growth and margin expansion, nearly all these savings will flow directly to our free cash flow given our NOL federal and state carryforwards of $127 million.2025 and Recent HighlightsTotal revenue for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $56.7 million, an increase of 10% from $51.7 million last year.Operating loss was $0.04 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to an operating loss of $10.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.Operating expenses for full year 2025 were $56.7 million, including non-cash expenses of $2.4 million related to depreciation and amortization. This compares to operating expenses of $62.2 million in 2024, including depreciation and amortization of $2.4 million, and non-recurring or non-cash expenses of $8.0 million, consisting primarily of a $6.7 million goodwill impairment and a $1.3 million write-off of notes receivable.Net loss for full year 2025 was $3.1 million, including non-cash expenses of approximately $2.4 million related to depreciation and amortization and non-recurring net expenses of $0.5 million related to acquisition costs, debt extinguishment costs and a gain on the sale of a subsidiary. This compares to a net loss of $12.6 million for 2024, including depreciation and amortization of $2.4 million and non-recurring and non-cash expenses of approximately $8.0 million, primarily consisting of a $6.7 million goodwill impairment and a $1.3 million write-off of notes receivable.Basic and diluted loss per share for full year 2025 was $(0.27) based on 11,558,485 weighted average shares outstanding compared to basic and diluted loss per share in 2024 of $(1.22) based on 10,306,904 weighted average shares outstanding.Adjusted EBITDA for full year 2025 was $2.9 million, compared to $0.9 million in 2024;Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 was $1.7 million, compared to $(0.5) million in Q4 2024.DolphinPartnered with DealMaker to Unlock Community Capital for Celebrity and Influencer BrandsDolphin's Powerhouse Subsidiaries Lead Major Brand Activations During Super Bowl LXCEO Featured on Variety's "Strictly Business" Podcast, Discusses the Creator Economy's Transformation of Marketing and Consumer Product LaunchesExpanded Miami Footprint to Support Continued Growth Across SubsidiariesUnveiled New 'Dolphin Intelligence' Division to Power AI-Driven Marketing and Communications Strategy and Execution for PartnersNamed One of Crain's Best Places to Work in NYC 2025CEO Bill O'Dowd Named to PRNEWS 2025 People of the Year List; Company Recognized on Agency Elite 12042WestCelebrated Oscar Win as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" Takes Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy AwardsAt Super Bowl LX, generated national media buzz for Funko's limited-edition Seattle Seahawks Pop! release and led widespread coverage of Puppy Bowl XXII, amplifying multi-network visibility and pet adoption awareness during the Big Game weekend.Landed Six Nominations for Clients at the 98th Academy AwardsBrought Exciting and Diverse Projects to the 2026 Sundance Film FestivalGarnered Four Nominations for Clients at the 83rd Golden Globe AwardsShore Fire MediaClients Named 2 of the 10 Best Podcasts in 2025, Including the No. 1 PickShore Fire Media and 42West's Clients Presented, Performed and Took Home Honors at the 2026 GRAMMY AwardsShore Fire Media and 42West Clients Earn 35 Nominations for the 2026 GRAMMY AwardsThe DoorDISRPT Agency, a Division of The Door, Powered "Art of Glam" During Oscars Week, Driving Cultural Momentum Into Camille Rose's Upcoming Beauté NoirDISRPT delivered a headline-making moment at the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show by orchestrating the debut of Bad Bunny's first adidas Originals signature shoeThe Door Provided Strategic Communications Leadership for Hooters as the Iconic Brand Enters a New Era of Ownership and Cultural RelevanceElle CommunicationsAt Super Bowl LX in the Bay Area, drove national visibility for City Year and its NFL partnership by spotlighting the opening of East Palo Alto's first regulation-sized football field and related community activationClient Harbor Fund Announced Sundance Mountain Resort as New Long-Term Home of Harbor Film ForumNamed Agency of Record for FDA-Cleared Neurostimulation DeviceLaunched "The Shift," a Quarterly Report, Weekly Newsletter, and Live Workshop Series on the Future of CommunicationsLed Press For "A Day of Unreasonable Conversation" Summit At The Getty CenterThe Digital Dept.The Digital Dept. Signed Reality TV Show Stars, Top Beauty CreatorsAhead of Super Bowl LX, built social buzz for T-Mobile's Big Game commercial by activating creator Becca Tilley for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and talent interviews.Special ProjectsHad Another Successful Year of Talent Relations for the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Fifth Annual Gala Honoring Penélope Cruz, Walter Salles, Bruce Springsteen, And Bowen YangYoungbloodAs Hockey Has a Hollywood Moment, Dolphin's Adaptation of Cult Classic Youngblood Premiered in Los AngelesDolphin Partnered with Vaneast Pictures To Bring Sports Drama Youngblood to Berlin for International SalesOfficial Trailer and Key Art Released for Hubert Davis' Adaptation of Hockey Classic "Youngblood"Partnered with Well Go USA for U.S. Distribution of YOUNGBLOODLos Angeles Kings Joined Feature Film YoungbloodConference Call InformationTo participate in this event, dial in approximately 5 to 10 minutes before the beginning of the call.Date: March 25, 2026
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Webcast Replay: https://www.webcaster5.com/Webcast/Page/2225/53793This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.CONTACT:James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.comABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024 2025 2024 ASSETS Current Cash and cash equivalents $8,756,585 $8,203,842 Restricted cash 925,004 925,004 Accounts receivable: Trade, net of allowance of $445,523 and $1,327,808, respectively 7,848,970 5,113,157 Other receivables 5,243,931 5,451,697 Other current assets 1,179,498 373,399 Total current assets 23,953,988 20,067,099 Capitalized production costs, net 520,338 594,763 Employee receivable 1,196,085 1,007,418 Right-of-use assets 3,012,941 4,738,997 Goodwill 21,507,944 21,507,944 Intangible assets, net 7,898,607 10,189,026 Property, equipment and leasehold improvements, net 50,961 114,011 Other long-term assets 189,296 218,021 Total Assets $58,330,160 $58,437,279 (Continued)DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Continued)
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024 2025 2024 LIABILITIES Current Accounts payable $3,096,715 $2,344,272 Term loans, current portion 1,813,760 1,686,018 Revolving line of credit 400,000 400,000 Notes payable, current portion 3,500,000 3,750,000 Convertible notes payable, current portion 1,250,000 - Contingent consideration - 486,000 Accrued interest - related party 2,043,087 1,857,986 Accrued compensation - related party 2,625,000 2,625,000 Lease liabilities, current portion 1,912,482 1,919,672 Deferred revenue 794,177 341,153 Other current liabilities 11,096,820 11,104,036 Total current liabilities 28,532,041 26,514,137 Noncurrent Term loans, noncurrent portion 2,976,930 4,782,271 Notes payable, noncurrent portion 4,580,000 3,130,000 Convertible notes payable 6,460,000 5,100,000 Convertible notes payable- related party 2,904,357 - Convertible notes payable at fair value 270,000 320,000 Loans from related party 983,112 3,225,985 Lease liabilities 1,469,386 3,306,033 Deferred tax liability 463,909 394,547 Other noncurrent liabilities - 18,915 Total Liabilities 48,639,735 46,791,888 Commitments and contingencies (Note 25) STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Preferred Stock, Series C, $0.001 par value, 50,000 shares authorized, 50,000 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and 2024 1,000 1,000 Common stock, $0.015 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 12,221,432 and 11,162,026 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively 183,321 166,688 Additional paid in capital 158,809,301 157,692,132 Accumulated deficit (149,303,197) (146,214,429)Total Stockholders' Equity 9,690,425 11,645,391 Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity $58,330,160 $58,437,279 DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Operations
For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 2025 2024 Revenues $56,699,389 $51,684,984 Expenses: Direct costs 2,269,874 3,266,461 Payroll and benefits 41,916,885 38,123,040 Selling, general and administrative 7,813,177 7,795,610 Acquisition costs 416,171 164,044 Impairment of goodwill - 6,671,557 Write-off of notes receivables - 1,270,000 Change in fair value of contingent consideration - 50,000 Gain on sale of Always Alpha Sports Management LLC (756,574) - Depreciation and amortization 2,354,585 2,382,361 Legal and professional 2,724,329 2,447,083 Total expenses 56,738,447 62,170,156 Loss from operations (39,058) (10,485,172) Other (expenses) income: Change in fair value of convertible note 50,000 35,000 Change in fair value of warrant - 5,000 Loss on extinguishment of debt (835,324) - Interest expense, net (2,195,024) (2,070,199)Total other (expense) income, net (2,980,348) (2,030,199) Loss before income taxes $(3,019,406) $(12,515,371) Income tax expense (69,362) (87,854) Net loss (3,088,768) (12,603,225) Loss per share: Basic $(0.27) $(1.22)Diluted $(0.27) $(1.22) Weighted average number of shares used in per share calculation Basic 11,558,485 10,306,904 Diluted 11,558,485 10,306,904 Use of Non-GAAP Financial MeasuresIn order to provide greater transparency regarding our operating performance, the financial results in this press release refer to a non-GAAP financial measure that involves adjustments to GAAP results. Non-GAAP financial measures exclude certain income and/or expense items that management deems are not directly attributable to the Company's core operating results and/or certain items that are inconsistent in amounts and frequency, making it difficult to perform a meaningful evaluation of our current or past operating performance.Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("Adjusted EBITDA") is defined by Dolphin as net (loss) or income adjusted for (i) interest, (ii) taxes, (iii) depreciation and amortization, (iv) write-off of assets, (v) impairment of goodwill or intangible assets, (vi) acquisition costs, (vii) equity based compensation, (viii) change in fair value of contingent consideration, convertible notes and warrants, (ix) allowance for credit losses, (x) loss on extinguishment of debt, (xi) gains or losses on sale of subsidiaries, (xii) litigation costs; and (xiii) impairment of capitalized production costs.Management believes that the presentation of operating results using this non-GAAP financial measure provides useful supplemental information for investors by providing them with the non-GAAP financial measure used by management for financial and operational decision making, planning and forecasting and in managing the business. This non-GAAP financial measure does not replace the presentation of financial information in accordance with U.S. GAAP. These non-GAAP financial results should not be considered a measure of liquidity and is unlikely to be comparable to non-GAAP financial measures provided by other companies.Reconciliation of GAAP net (loss) income to non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA Twelve Months EndedDecember 31, Three Months EndedDecember 31, 2025 2024 2025 2024 Net (loss) income (GAAP) $(3,088,768) $(12,603,225) $1,019,706 $(1,959,611) Adjustments to GAAP measure: Interest expense 2,195,024 2,070,199 467,203 520,914 Income tax expense 69,362 87,854 26,317 43,148 Depreciation and amortization 2,354,585 2,382,361 582,093 636,782 Write off of assets - 1,270,000 - - Impairment of goodwill - 6,671,557 - - Acquisition costs 416,171 164,044 - - Equity based compensation 12,399 364,650 456 3,933 Change in fair value of contingent consideration - 50,000 - 50,000 Change in fair value of convertible note and warrant (50,000) (40,000) (30,000) 20,000 Allowance for credit losses 441,875 505,173 177,292 204,143 Loss on extinguishment of debt 835,324 - - - Gain on sale of Always Alpha (756,574) - (756,574) - Litigation costs 333,866 - 129,099 - Impairment of capitalized production costs 88,127 - 88,127 - Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP) $2,851,391 $922,613 $1,703,719 $(480,691) SOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Entertainment Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results

42WEST's 2026 SXSW Festival Slate Delivered Marquee Talent and a Standout Film Slate Featuring a Company-Record 16 World Premiere Titles and Three Audience Award-WinnersMarch 25, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 25, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, today announced the prominence of its subsidiary 42West at the recent 2026 SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas. 42West has been a leader in film festival PR campaigns throughout its 21-year history, representing countless films at international and domestic festivals including Annecy, Berlin, Cannes, New York, Sundance, Telluride, Toronto, Tribeca, and Venice.42West delivered marquee talent and a company record-breaking slate of 16 world premiere titles to Austin this year with two films from the line-up earning much-coveted SXSW Audience Awards: THE ASCENT, which won the Audience Award for Documentary Feature Competition, and CAMPEÓN GABACHO, which won the Audience Award for Narrative Spotlight. Also, Over Your Dead Body, directed by client Jorma Taccone (The Lonely Island, MacGruber) won the Headliner Audience Award.This year, several 42West filmmaker clients were showcased at the event. Taccone's Over Your Dead Body, from IFC Films and starring Jason Segel and Samara Weaving, was produced by corporate client 87North, the world renowned production company founded by blockbuster filmmakers David Leitch and Kelly McCormick (The Fall Guy, Bullet Train). 87North also had Prime Video's Pretty Lethal, starring Uma Thurman and Maddie Ziegler, at the festival, with both films debuting as world premieres in Narrative Competition in advance of their spring release dates.Producers Marc Platt and Katie McNicol of Marc Platt Productions unveiled their latest film, BASIC, starring Ashley Park and Leighton Meester, as part of the 42West film slate, with McNicol also a featured speaker in the SXSW panel, "Youth in Front and Behind the Cameras." Documentarian Dan Farah returned to Austin, TX to participate in the official festival panel, "The Historic Impact of ‘The Age of Disclosure,'" one year after his film made its world premiere.In addition to filmmakers, 42West represents talent across multiple disciplines. Popular content creator and renowned financial educator, Vivian Tu (aka Your Rich BFF), hosted a live recording of her top-charting podcast Networth and Chill with California Governor Gavin Newsom from the SXSW Featured stage. She also appeared as a panelist at the Create & Cultivate Future Summit on the "Influence Meets Equity" panel, alongside industry voices including Tezza Barton, Evange Petrakis and Raven Elyse. Meanwhile, music client Braison Cyrus performed an incredible showcase at the festival's venue, the Marlow, highlighting his recently released album, From Now On.From the official SXSW 2026 lineup, 42West set a company record representing 16 world premiere titles, marking its largest, most popular and diverse slate to date. The films were:THE ASCENT (Documentary Feature Competition)* 2026 SXSW Audience Award Winner for Documentary Feature CompetitionDirected by Edward Drake, Scott Veltri, Francis Cronin and starring Mandy Horvath, Julius John White aka 'Whitey', Carel Verhoef, Sally Grierson.Synopsis: THE ASCENT tells the extraordinary true story of climber Mandy Horvath, a bilateral amputee attempting to crawl to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro on her hands and follows an investigation surrounding the night she tragically lost her legs. Years earlier, a night out with friends escalated into tensions at a local bar, and soon after Mandy's world went black. Her next memory: waking in an ambulance surrounded by paramedics, both legs gone. What happened between the bar and the hospital remains a mystery - shattering her trust in the world around her. As Mandy pushes her body to its limits on Africa's tallest mountain, she must reckon with her past and learn to trust again if she is to succeed.BASIC (Narrative Spotlight)Directed and written by Chelsea Devantez and starring Ashley Park, Leighton Meester, Taylor John Smith, Nelson Franklin, Kandy Muse, Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, Amber Ruffin, Jon Gabrus, and Georgia MishakSynopsis: After Gloria and Nick break up, Gloria takes us through Nick's dating history, untangling his web of ex-girlfriends through details she can find online. But when she discovers Kaylinn, the hottest most basic ex-girlfriend to ever exist, Gloria not only loses herself, she loses control of the story she's been telling. Basic is a comedy that blends the magical-realism of jealous paranoia with the magic of falling in love.BRIAN (Narrative Feature CompetitionDirected by Will Ropp, written by Mike Scollins and starring Ben Wang, William H. Macy, Edi Patterson, Randall Park, Natalie Morales, Joshua Colley, Sophia Macy, Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Thomas Barbusca, and Jacob MoskovitzSynopsis: It sucks to be Brian. He's smart, funny, and capable, but his mental health issues make it hard for anyone to see it - especially when compared to his effortlessly cool older brother. At school, Brian harbors an unrequited crush on Brooke: she's smart, kind, pretty... and very much his teacher. A disastrous drama club audition leads to yet another one of Brian's trademark public meltdowns. Thus begins Brian's search for his new "thing". On paper he's chosen the worst possible fit: running for class president. With help from his therapist and the new kid, Justin, Brian launches his high-stakes campaign and sparks a messy, exquisitely awkward journey toward self-acceptance.CAMPEÓN GABACHO (Narrative Spotlight)* 2026 SXSW Audience Award Winner for Narrative SpotlightDirected by Jonás Cuarón, written by Jonás Cuarón, Aura Xilonen and starring Juan Daniel García Treviño, Leslie Grace, Rubén Blades, Eddie Marsan, Rosario Dawson, Cheech Marin, Marvin Jones III, Carlos Carrasco, and Dolores HerediaSynopsis: Campeón Gabacho tells the story of Liborio, an endearing and mischievous young migrant whose only talent is taking punches. He crosses the Rio Grande to escape a harsh reality in Mexico, looking for a better life in the United States, and settles in a Latino barrio in New York City. Through his fists, his love, and his words, he faces cultural walls and prejudices that threaten his hopes, and becomes a hero in an unknown land.CAPTURING BIGFOOT (Documentary Spotlight)Directed by Marq Evans and starring Clint Patterson, Bob Gimlin, Bob Heironimus, Larry Lund, Greg Long, Vaile Thompson, Sandy Collier, Bill Munns, Teresa Brooks, and Jeff MeldrumSynopsis: On October 20, 1967, Roger Patterson captured 60 seconds of film showing a creature walking through the Northern California woods-footage that became the most analyzed and debated in history. Fifty-seven years later, a reel of 16mm film discovered in a safe changes everything.CRASH LAND (Narrative Spotlight)Directed and written by Dempsey Bryk and starring Gabriel LaBelle, Finn Wolfhard, Billy Bryk, Noah Parker, Abby Quinn.Synopsis: Lance, Clay, and Darby have spent their childhoods drinking, wreaking havoc, and filming crude stunts in their small town. Everyone hates them. Wanting to finally prove their lives have meaning, the boys set out to make a "real movie" and in the process are forced to confront emotions and experiences they've never considered: love, loss, and ultimately, what it means to grow up.GRIND (Narrative Feature Competition)Directed by Brea Grant, Ed Dougherty, Chelsea Stardust and written by Brea Grant and Ed Dougherty and starring Rob Huebel, Barbara Crampton, Vinny Thomas, Jessika Van, Christopher Rodriguez-Marquette, James Urbaniak, Courtney Pauroso, James Paxton, Ify Nwadiwe, Aubrey SheaSynopsis: This horror anthology tackles the modern work landscape through four timely perspectives - the hustle culture of an MLM, the endless repetitiveness of a food delivery driver, the online horrors of a content moderator, and the unionization of a familiar-feeling coffee shop. "Grind" shows what it means to be a worker in a world defined by wealth inequality and ruled by endlessly greedy oligarchs, one not so far removed from our own. This is a film for anyone who's ever hated their job, had a bad boss, or felt taken advantage of at work. In other words, it's a film for all of us.I GOT BOMBED AT HARVEY'S (Documentary Spotlight)Directed by Amy Bandlien Storkel, Bryan Storkel and starring Igor Grbesic, Ethan Riley, Ian S. Peterson, Michael Solarez, Jennylyn Caterina, Marianne Wiedeman, William SwartzbaughSynopsis: In 1980, an ingenious boobie-trapped ticking time bomb - filled with 1,000 pounds of dynamite - was wheeled in the front doors of Harvey's Wagon Wheel Casino in Lake Tahoe. Along with the bomb was a note demanding $3 million within 24 hours. While the bomb squad attempts to disarm the explosive, the FBI races the clock to deliver the ransom and simultaneously catch the extortionists. Nothing goes as planned, and each step uncovers darker secrets and suspicions of a deeper motive.MY NDA (Documentary Feature Competition)Directed by Juliane Dressner, Miriam Shor and starring Miriam ShorSynopsis: Three people bound by non-disclosure agreements face extreme personal risk to expose how a simple intellectual property contract is weaponized to silence, manipulate and control.PERFECT (Visions)Directed by Millicent Hailes and written by Millicent Hailes and Kendra Miller and starring Julia Fox, Ashley Moore, Lío Mehiel, Micaela Wittman, Ryder McLaughlin, Kate Moennig, Creed BrattonSynopsis: In a world devastated by a contaminated water supply, Kai, a lost soul, finds herself living out of her car after a bad breakup. Each day is a struggle until fate intervenes and leads her to a hidden utopian lake, where the water is pure and life flourishes. At this secret haven, Kai encounters a band of eccentric misfits each with their own stories of loss and hope. Among them is Mallory, an enigmatic and wealthy pregnant woman living out an escapist fantasy. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, Kai and Mallory are drawn to each other, and a sudden, passionate romance ignites. As their bond deepens, Kai begins to uncover the layers of Mallory's life and the secrets she harbors.PHOENIX JONES: THE RISE AND FALL OF A REAL LIFE SUPERHERO (Documentary Feature Competition)Directed by Bayan Joonam and starring Phoenix Jones, Rainn Wilson, Jon Ronson, Midnight Jack, Freedom Fodor, Caros Fodor, Ryan McNamee, Ghost, Lance Coulter, El CaballeroSynopsis: In 2010, reports began surfacing of a masked vigilante in a black-and-gold supersuit stopping crime on the streets of Seattle. His name is Phoenix Jones. Armed with pepper spray, a taser, and a team of costumed crime fighters, he quickly becomes an international media sensation. But when his true identity is exposed by the Seattle Police, the heroic image begins to unravel and his team abandons him. Ten years later, as protesters seize six blocks of Seattle and declare a no cop zone, Phoenix reemerges amid legal trouble and public skepticism. Is he a hero, or a con-artist hiding behind a mask?SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT (Narrative Spotlight)Directed by Lauren Noll and written by Dalia Rooni and starring Medalion Rahimi, Logan Miller, Layla Mohammadi, Dalia Rooni, Richie Moriarty, Michael Baszler, Danielle Pinnock, Lauren Noll, Nicholas Coombe, with Kevin Nealon, and Joey Lauren AdamsSynopsis: When Rana's visa application is denied, she faces the reality of returning home to Iran. That is, until Adam - her wealthy boss's son and her summer fling - proposes a green card wedding. Wrestling with the implications of his offer, Rana enlists help from a questionable shaman, Adam's pure-hearted mom, and most importantly her two Iranian best friends Nadia and Setareh, who arrive on Cape Cod for a wedding weekend full of opinions, chaos, and drama with their own American boyfriends. Just as total disaster approaches, the three women come together in a transformative moment of acceptance, growth, and coming of age - evolving this weekend into one that will change them all forever.SEAHORSE (Narrative Feature Competition)Directed and written by Aisha Evelyna and starring Aisha Evelyna, Ruth Goodwin, Brett Donahue, Joseph Marcell, Alden AdairSynopsis: Nola, a sous chef searching for stability, is barely holding her life together. After a brutal Friday night shift, she crashes her bike and wakes to find her estranged father, Cyrus, now unhoused, standing over her. Taking him in forces long-buried wounds to the surface. As past and present collide, Nola is pulled into a reckoning with grief, forgiveness, and the fragile possibility of repair.SEEKERS OF INFINITE LOVE (Narrative Spotlight)Directed and written by Victoria Strouse and starring Hannah Einbinder, Justin Theroux, John Paul Reynolds, Griffin Gluck, Justine Lupe, Greg KinnearSynopsis: Kayla Bachman, an author who struggles with emotional connection, Zach Bachman, a lawyer who dreams of being a folk singer and Wes Bachman, a graphic novelist / gambling & pill addict, meet to discuss their younger sister Scarlett who joined a cult in Kentucky. Zach and his dysfunctional and absent parents have hired cult deprogrammer Rick Delacroix to help them rescue Scarlett. They embark on a roadtrip to save their sister, and bring their family together.THE SUN NEVER SETS (Narrative Spotlight)Directed and written by Joe Swanberg and starring Dakota Fanning, Jake Johnson, Cory Michael Smith, Debby Ryan, Anna Konkle, Lamorne Morris, Karley SciortinoSynopsis: Wendy's life is thrown into chaos when her boyfriend, Jack, who is older and divorced with children, insists they take space to evaluate the relationship. During their break, Wendy unexpectedly runs into her ex, Chuck, forcing the three of them into a confusing and volatile triangle. The film was shot on 35mm on location in Alaska.THEIR TOWN (Narrative Spotlight)Directed by Katie Aselton and written by Mark Duplass and starring Ora Duplass, Chosen Jacobs, Will Parker, Kim Shaw, Jeffery Self, Daveed Diggs, Leonardo Nam, Annie Henk, Brad LaBreeSynopsis: When Abby's boyfriend drops out of the high school play, she finds herself helping a school outlier step into the role opposite her. They spend a long night wandering around their town, examining their futures and unearthing surprises from their past.ABOUT DOLPHIN:
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.ABOUT 42WEST:
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West features four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm's gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed impactful marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of film and television series, as well as a diverse roster of actors, filmmakers, recording artists, content creators, personalities, and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios and streamers, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.# # #CONTACT:
James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: 42WEST's 2026 SXSW Festival Slate Delivered Marquee Talent and a Standout Film Slate Featuring a Company-Record 16 World Premiere Titles and Three Audience Award-Winners

DISRPT Agency, a Division of Dolphin Subsidiary The Door Powers "Art of Glam" During Oscars Week, Driving Cultural Momentum Into Camille Rose's Upcoming Beauté NoirMarch 23, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireSamuel L. Jackson, Kelly Rowland, Ruth E. Carter, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph Among Attendees Celebrating the Creative Forces Behind Awards Season Beauty and StyleLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 23, 2026 / DISRPT Agency, a leading cultural force in creative media relations and brand-building-and a powerhouse within Dolphin (Nasdaq:DLPN) subsidiary, The Door-continues to set the standard as a culture-forward entertainment and lifestyle partner for acclaimed multicultural haircare brand Camille Rose. Held during Oscars Week on March 11, 2026 at The Maybourne Hotel in Los Angeles, the inaugural Art of Glam: Honoring the Hands Behind the Beauty awards dinner convened industry-leading talent and creatives shaping the beauty and fashion moments seen across Hollywood's biggest stages.Curated by The Door's DISRPT division, the evening featured an elite roster of honorees and A-list presenters, underscoring the agency's expertise in crafting culturally impactful, high-profile experiences. The event also marks continued momentum for Camille Rose, as the brand and DISRPT build toward the return of Beauté Noir this Juneteenth, a multi-day experience celebrating Black beauty, entrepreneurship, and innovation."Art of Glam was about bringing Janell Stephens', founder of Camille Rose, vision to life in a way that truly honors the creatives shaping beauty and culture at the highest level," said Adriane Jefferson, Founder & Managing Partner of DISRPT at The Door. "Our role was to build the right platform, talent, and experience to match the depth of that vision. This is part of a larger cultural narrative we're building with Camille Rose, with Beauté Noir as the next chapter."The Door's DISRPT division led media relations, talent strategy and booking, and guest curation for the evening's festivities, securing honorees and A-list presenters, while also curating a VIP guest list spanning entertainment, beauty, and broader pop culture. The evening was hosted by Cori Murray, Editorial EVP of EBONY Magazine. This year's distinguished roster of honorees included Ruth E. Carter (Janell Stephens Lifetime Achievement Award), Camille Friend (Cinematic Hairstylist Visionary Award), Sheika Daley (Makeup Stylist Visionary Award), Sergio Hudson (Fashion Visionary Award), Vincent Smith (Style Disruptor Award), Tym Wallace (Red Carpet Hair Visionary Award), and John Mosley (Barber Visionary Award). The A-list group of presenters included Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Samuel L. Jackson, Kelly Rowland, Inga Beckham, Durand Bernarr, Tamara Taylor, and Archie Davis."When you're working with a client whose purpose is clear, culture becomes a powerful tool to move that mission forward," said Emily Maldonado, Senior Account Supervisor at DISRPT and project lead. "Art of Glam is a reflection of what that looks like in practice."The event welcomed over 200 guests, including top-tier media, tastemakers, and cultural leaders across entertainment, beauty, and fashion. Notable attendees included Claressa Shields, Bianca Lawson, Kyla Pratt, and more. The night sparked strong momentum across social and media, generating viral conversation and signaling Art of Glam as a new cultural moment during Oscars Week, setting the stage for Camille Rose's upcoming Beauté Noir this June, where the celebration of Black beauty and creative excellence will continue.ABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.CONTACT:James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: DISRPT Agency, a Division of Dolphin Subsidiary The Door Powers "Art of Glam" During Oscars Week, Driving Cultural Momentum Into Camille Rose's Upcoming Beauté Noir

Dolphin to Host Fourth Quarter and Year End Earnings Conference Call on March 25, 2026March 19, 2026 4:05 PM
ACCESS NewswireMIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), a leading entertainment marketing and content production company, announced today it will host a conference call to discuss financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025 on March 25, 2026, at 4:30pm ET.Conference Call InformationTo participate in this event, dial in approximately 5 to 10 minutes before the beginning of the call.Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 4:30pm ET
Toll Free: 888-506-0062 International: 973-528-0011 Participant Access Code: 255728
Webcast: https://www.webcaster5.com/Webcast/Page/2225/53793ReplayToll Free: 877-481-4010 International: 919-882-2331 Replay Passcode: 53793
Webcast Replay: https://www.webcaster5.com/Webcast/Page/2225/53793ABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.Contact:James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin to Host Fourth Quarter and Year End Earnings Conference Call on March 25, 2026

Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Celebrates Oscar Win as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" Takes Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy AwardsMarch 17, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireCeremony Hosted for the Second Consecutive Year by Longtime 42West Client Conan O'BrienLOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / March 17, 2026 / The entertainment PR and marketing powerhouse 42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), celebrated a major triumph at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday night as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" took home the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. This year's ceremony was hosted for the second consecutive year by longtime 42West client Conan O'Brien."Mr. Nobody Against Putin" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025. The film follows a brave teacher navigating Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, as primary schools across the country are transformed into recruitment stages for the war. Faced with the ethical dilemma of working within a system defined by propaganda and violence, he secretly films what's really happening inside his own school. The film is co-directed by David Borenstein and Pavel Talankin, and produced by Borenstein, Helle Faber, Radovan Síbrt, and Alžbeta Karásková.In its 21-year history, 42West has worked on the campaigns of countless Academy Award winning films, including eight Best Picture winners. "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" marks the company's fourth win in the Documentary Feature category, following "Taxi to the Dark Side" (2007), "The Cove" (2010) and "Searching for Sugar Man" (2013).At the 98th Academy Awards, the company had additional nominations in the categories of Best Picture (client Ashley Schlaifer, producer of "Train Dreams"), Best Documentary Feature ("The Alabama Solution," and client Andrew Jarecki), Best Animated Feature ("Little Amelie or the Character of Rain," from client GKIDS), Best Makeup and Hairstyling ("Kokuho," also from GKIDS), and Best Documentary Short ("Children No More: Were and Are Gone").ABOUT 42WEST:
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West has four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm's gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of movies and television shows as well as countless actors, filmmakers, recording artists, personalities and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates-looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.ABOUT DOLPHIN:
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.# # #CONTACT:
James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Celebrates Oscar Win as "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" Takes Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards

The Digital Dept. Signs Reality TV Show Stars, Top Beauty Creators, And More!March 10, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / The Digital Dept., a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) announced an expansion of its Talent Division through several new clients, including reality TV show stars, beauty creators, Netflix actors, and more! The talent division represents more than 300 top digital creators and celebrities in their brand partnerships and digital presence.New clients include TV actor Tammin Sursock (Pretty Little Liars), reality TV show stars Audrina Patridge (The Hills), Emily & Haley Ferguson (The Bachelor), Mariah Zernik (The Ultimatum - Netflix), Chanel Watkins (The Ultimatum - Netflix), and Chloe Tucker Caine (Owning Manhattan - Netflix), as well as top digital creators in lifestyle, beauty, and wellness including, Josh Scherer (Mythical Kitchen), Victoria Lyn (Beauty Creator), Brandon Pleshek, Leanne Barlow (LTK top 50 converters) and Angie Caruso (Wellness Creator)."The creator economy continues to evolve in exciting ways, and we're proud to welcome this incredible group of talent to The Digital Dept.," said Sarah Boyd, Co-CEO of The Digital Dept. "From beloved television personalities to digital creators who have built deeply engaged communities, each of these clients represents the kind of authentic cultural influence that brands are looking to partner with today.""What excites us about this group is the diversity of platforms, audiences, and creative voices they bring," said Ali Grant, Co-CEO of The Digital Dept. "Our role is to help translate that influence into meaningful opportunities - whether that's brand partnerships, new content formats, or long-term business ventures. With the support of Dolphin's broader marketing ecosystem, we're able to think beyond individual campaigns and help our clients build enduring brands."About Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.Investor ContactJames Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: The Digital Dept. Signs Reality TV Show Stars, Top Beauty Creators, And More!

As Hockey Has a Hollywood Moment, Dolphin's Adaptation of Cult Classic Youngblood Premieres in Los AngelesMarch 6, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireYoungblood, Opening in North American Theaters Today, Is Selected by The New York Times as a "What to Watch" RecommendationLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / March 6, 2026 / Hockey is having a Hollywood moment - and one of the sport's most beloved film titles is back. (L-R) Youngblood Actors Henri Richer-Picard, Blair Underwood, Youngblood Director Hubert Davis, and Youngblood Actor Ashton James. Photo Credit: Amy Graves (Top Row, L-R) Youngblood Actor Blair Underwood, Aircraft Pictures Associate Producer Sarah Davis, Dolphin Executive Producer Emerson Davis, Dolphin Associate Producer Allison Sokol, Dolphin Executive Producer Bill O'Dowd, Photon Films Associate Producer Jess Sonnenfeld Jolles, Photon Films Executive Producer Zanne Devine, Youngblood Actor Ashton James, Hockey Coordinator & Associate Producer Christopher V. Nelson. (Bottom Row, L-R) Youngblood actors Jonathan Valvano, Henri Richer-Picard, Dylan Hawco, Alexei Morita, and Ty Neckar. Photo Credit: Amy Graves (L-R) LA Kings Players Corey Perry, Andre Lee, Erik Potillo, LA Kings President Luc Robitaille, Former LA Kings Player Nate Thompson. Photo Credit: Amy GravesOn the heels of Olympic victories by both the U.S. men's and women's national teams and amid the breakout success of hockey-centered television like Heated Rivalry, Dolphin's feature adaptation of the 1986 cult sports drama Youngblood premiered Tuesday night in Los Angeles at the Culver City Theater. The film will be released by Well Go USA in theaters, today March 6.Directed by Academy Award® nominee Hubert Davis (The Well, Black Ice), the reimagining of the MGM original updates the coming-of-age hockey story for a new generation while honoring the intensity and swagger that made the 1986 film - starring Rob Lowe, Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves in his feature debut - a cult touchstone.Davis attended the premiere alongside cast members Ashton James, who stars as Dean Youngblood, Blair Underwood, Henri Richer-Picard, Dylan Hawco, Ty Neckar, Alexei Morita, and Jonathan Valvano, as well as Hockey Coordinator Chris Nelson.Notable attendees included Luc Robitaille, President of the LA Kings and Hockey Hall of Famer; LA Kings players Corey Perry, Erik Portillo and Andre Lee; actors Stephen Kalyn, Bianca Nugara, Sasha Compère, Galen Gering, Jensen Gering, Kiana Madeira, and Lovell Adams Grey; filmmaker Joe McClean; Mythical Kitchen host Josh Scherer; and Dancing with the Stars performers Gleb Savchenko and Jan Ravnik.A strong roster of digital creators were also in attendance, underscoring hockey's growing cultural footprint among younger audiences and on social platforms.Additionally this week, the film was selected by The New York Times as a ‘What to Watch' recommendation.Produced by Academy Award® and Emmy Award® nominated Aircraft Pictures, in association with Dolphin and Photon Films & Media, the film follows a gifted but volatile hockey prodigy forced to confront toxic competitiveness - on and off the ice - as he pushes toward professional greatness.The new adaptation arrives at a moment when hockey storytelling is expanding beyond the rink and into mainstream entertainment, positioning Youngblood - one of the genre's most recognizable titles - squarely within that resurgence.Dolphin's Bill O'Dowd and Emerson Davis served as Executive Producers. The film was produced by Aircraft Pictures' Anthony Leo and Andrew Rosen, alongside Allan Fung, Mark Slone, and Zanne Devine.The Los Angeles premiere marked the beginning of the film's North American rollout.About Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.James Carbonara
HAYDEN IR
(646)-755-7412
james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: As Hockey Has a Hollywood Moment, Dolphin's Adaptation of Cult Classic Youngblood Premieres in Los Angeles

DealMaker and Dolphin Partner to Unlock Community Capital for Celebrity and Influencer BrandsFebruary 18, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireStrategic Partnership Pairs the Market Leader in Equity Crowdfunding With Entertainment Industry's Premier Marketing ConsortiumNEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 18, 2026 / DealMaker, the leading online capital raising platform, and Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), the premier entertainment marketing and content development company, today announced a strategic partnership designed to expand access to growth capital for celebrity, influencer, and entertainment-led consumer product and lifestyle companies.The partnership brings together DealMaker's power and experience as the clear market leader in online capital raising with Dolphin's extensive marketing capabilities and deep relationships across the Creator economy, traditional Hollywood, and the broader entertainment industry. Together, the companies aim to help founders not only raise capital, but also expand audiences, grow customer bases, and build engaged communities - transforming investors into passionate users and users into long-term stakeholders-while building the awareness, credibility, and cultural relevance required to scale successful consumer-facing businesses.Under the partnership, Dolphin and DealMaker will source opportunities both within Dolphin's own roster as well as across Dolphin's expansive network of talent, creators, managers, agents, ambassadors, and entertainment entrepreneurs. The collaboration is designed to support capital raises across a range of asset types, including consumer products and lifestyle brands, primarily at growth and expansion stages, as well as established businesses pursuing their next phase of scale.Bill O'Dowd, CEO of Dolphin, said, "Celebrity and influencer-led businesses have been creating successful consumer brands for decades. What's fundamentally different today is that modern capital formation tools allow companies to directly align capital, customers, and community in a single, integrated model. This partnership brings together two leaders in their respective fields to help entertainment-driven companies raise capital while building brands with real cultural and commercial momentum."Rebecca Kacaba, CEO of DealMaker, added, "We're thrilled to partner with Dolphin Entertainment to support the next generation of celebrity-backed consumer brands. Dolphin's ability to turn cultural relevance into market impact makes them an ideal partner as we expand access to capital for entertainment- and celebrity-led companies."DealMaker is the dominant force in this category. Its platform streamlines the entire capital-raising lifecycle, including automated compliance, investor onboarding, payments, and ongoing investor engagement.Dolphin, which was named #1 on the 2025 Observer Power List, is an award-winning entertainment venture studio surrounded by a collection of best in class PR and marketing agencies. Collectively, the Dolphin team brings decades of experience developing and marketing the launch, scaling, and sustaining of culture-defining brands across film, television, music, influencers, food, hospitality, fashion, sports, consumer products and lifestyle brands. Its integrated marketing platform spans earned media, influencer marketing, live events, experiential, and digital storytelling, helping transform creative ideas into category leaders.About DealMaker
Headquartered in New York City, DealMaker is the future of capital raising. With more than $2.4 billion raised, DealMaker's platform enables companies to own their end-to-end capital raising lifecycle-from investor acquisition and conversion to compliance, payments, and engagement. Its white-label approach allows companies to retain ownership of their data and investor relationships while building lasting investor communities around their brands. For more information, visit dealmaker.tech.About Dolphin
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.Dolphin's collective includes 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects, and The Digital Dept., delivering expertise across film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, fashion, consumer brands, and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has received numerous industry honors, including being named the #1 Agency of the Year by the Observer, as well as inclusion on the PR Net 100 and the PR News Elite 120.Media contacts:
Dolphin - Lois@dolphinentertainment.comDealMaker - press@dealmaker.techInvestor contact for Dolphin:
James Carbonara - james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: DealMaker and Dolphin Partner to Unlock Community Capital for Celebrity and Influencer Brands

Dolphin Partners With Vaneast Pictures To Bring Sports Drama Youngblood to Berlin for International SalesFebruary 17, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireWell Go USA will release the film in the US and Photon in Canada on March 6thLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / February 17, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) announced today that it has closed with Vaneast Pictures to serve as the international sales agent for the upcoming sports remake, Youngblood. Vaneast will present the title to international buyers at the European Film Market (EFM) at the Berlin International Film Festival, which runs from February 12 - 22.Courtesy of Well Go USA - (L:R) Henri Picard as Denis Sutton and Ashton James as Dean Youngblood
The cast includes Ashton James (Boxcutter, Revenge of the Black Best Friend) in the title role of Dean Youngblood, Blair Underwood (Longlegs, Deep Impact, LA Law) as his father Blane Youngblood, Shawn Doyle (The Expanse, Fargo, Big Love) as Coach Chadwick, Alexandra McDonald (Night Blooms, Testament) as Jessie Chadwick, Henri Picard (The Dishwasher, For Those Who Don't Read Me) as Denis Sutton, Donald MacLean Jr. (Workin' Moms, Nurses) as Carl Racki, Olunike Adeliyi (The Expanse, Workin' Moms) as Ruby Youngblood, Emidio Lopes (Painkiller, The Changeling) as Kelly Youngblood and Tamara Podemski (Outer Range, Reservation Dogs) as Ms. McGill.A contemporary adaptation of the beloved 1986 MGM classic, YOUNGBLOOD follows hockey prodigy Dean Youngblood, who travels from Detroit to Canada to join the Hamilton Mustangs in pursuit of his professional hockey dreams. Raised on a strict diet of toughness and discipline by his father, Dean arrives with undeniable talent - and an arrogance that quickly earns him enemies. As he confronts toxic behavior both on the ice and within himself, Dean is forced to decide what kind of man and player he wants to become."Vaneast couldn't be more thrilled to launch international sales on Youngblood. It's a powerful, emotional story with genuine global appeal, and we're excited to partner with Dolphin Entertainment to bring the film to audiences worldwide," said Danielle Gasher, Vaneast Pictures."YOUNGBLOOD is a contemporary reimagining that speaks to both legacy fans and a new generation of audiences. Danielle and Vaneast bring a sharp understanding of the international marketplace and a clear vision for how to position the film globally, and we're excited to have them leading sales as the film heads into Berlin," shared Bill O'Dowd, CEO at Dolphin.YOUNGBLOOD made its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received a rapturous response from audiences - particularly the festival's passionate hockey community - and earned strong critical acclaim. The film includes scenes shot in collaboration with the NHL's Los Angeles Kings, while renowned hockey technical advisor Christopher V. Nelson (Miracle, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers) choreographed the film's dynamic and highly authentic on-ice action.YOUNGBLOOD was adapted by screenwriters Josh Epstein & Kyle Rideout, Seneca Aaron and the late Charles Officer. Dolphin Entertainment's Bill O'Dowd and Emerson Davis serve as Executive Producers, alongside Allan Fung and Photon Films and Media's Mark Slone and Zanne Devine. Aircraft Pictures' Anthony Leo and Andrew Rosen produced the film. The film is produced with the financial participation of Telefilm Canada and the Talent Fund, Ontario Creates and the Shaw Rocket Fund.ABOUT DOLPHIN
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.VANEAST PICTURES
Vaneast Pictures is an independent sales, financing, and production company founded by Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree Danielle Gasher, a seasoned film executive who previously led acquisitions and international sales at Gravitas Ventures and served as Vice President of International Sales at Voltage Pictures. Vaneast's slate includes the comedy Jacob Beats Up Nate starring Justin Long and Lamorne Morris; the action-comedy Hellhound starring Marisa Tomei, Sam Rockwell, and Chris Messina; the TIFF-selected thriller Little Lorraine starring Stephen Amell and J Balvin; the horror thriller The Cure starring David Dastmalchian and Ashley Greene; and the mystery thriller What We Hide starring McKenna Grace and Dacre Montgomery.James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.com###SOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Partners With Vaneast Pictures To Bring Sports Drama Youngblood to Berlin for International Sales

Dolphin's Powerhouse Subsidiaries Lead Major Brand Activations During Super Bowl LXFebruary 10, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireObserver's 2025 #1 Agency of the Year Showcases its Award-Winning Marketing Prowess Across Advertising, Editorial Storytelling, Live Events, and Social MediaMIAMI, FL / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2026 / Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), the leading independent entertainment marketing and production company, made its mark yet again around the festivities of Super Bowl LX with a series of dynamic brand activations that generated widespread buzz. Through four of its award-winning subsidiaries- 42West, Disrupt at The Door, The Digital Dept., and Elle Communications -Dolphin played an integral role in bringing some of the game's most talked-about campaigns and cultural moments to life, from national ad campaigns to real-time social engagement and live event integrations.Super Bowl x The Door's DISRPT DivisionThe Door's DISRPT division made a major impact during the Super Bowl Halftime Show, when performer Bad Bunny debuted the unreleased adidas Originals para Bad Bunny BadBo 1.0 in White. The BadBo 1.0 is Bad Bunny's first-ever signature shoe with adidas Originals, initially introduced in a limited release of 1,994 pairs in a debut Brown colorway in January 2026. 42West x FunkoFunko, the leading pop culture lifestyle brand, capitalized on Super Bowl LX momentum with a limited-time Pop! collectible 5-pack released immediately after the championship win. Featuring five standout players from the Seattle Seahawks, the commemorative set turned peak fan excitement into a timely moment. Available for pre-order on Funko.com as soon as the winner was crowned, the launch showcased Funko's speed-to-market, disciplined use of scarcity, and direct-to-consumer strategy-driving conversion, deepening fan engagement, and maximizing impact around a major cultural event. Elle Communications x City YearAs Super Bowl LX brought national attention to the Bay Area, Elle Communications put an impactful spotlight on City Year and the NFL, alongside the San Francisco 49ers and community partners, who marked the opening of the first regulation-sized football field in East Palo Alto with a community day of service.Following the NFL's ribbon-cutting ceremony the morning of Wednesday, Feb. 4, City Year led volunteers in hands-on service projects taking place adjacent to the field. Volunteers, City Year AmeriCorps members, students, and partners worked together to put the finishing touches on the field, including painting murals, building benches and flower boxes, and preparing the space for community use. The day concluded with a community celebration recognizing the significance of the field for East Palo Alto youth and families. This highlights City Year's five-year NFL Inspire Change partnership and its long time work with the San Francisco 49ers since 2007. Both initiatives unite sport and service to invest in environments that help young people build confidence, teamwork, and leadership.Becca Tilley x TMobileT-Mobile partnered with The Digital Dept.'s client Becca Tilley to drive excitement ahead of its Super Bowl 2026 commercial, leveraging her trusted voice and engaging content style to bring fans behind the scenes of the brand's Big Game moment. As part of the partnership, T-Mobile invited Becca on set to experience the making of the commercial firsthand, where she captured exclusive content and interviewed the Backstreet Boys.42West x Puppy Bowl XXII: From Shelter to StardomA Super Bowl Sunday staple, Puppy Bowl XXII returned bigger than ever, with 42West driving media visibility for the beloved event that champions pet adoption. Airing across multiple networks-including Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, TBS, truTV, Max, and Discovery+-this year's Puppy Bowl featured a record-breaking 150 dogs from 72 shelters across the country. Referee Dan Schachner returned for his 15th year to oversee the action. About Dolphin:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin's Powerhouse Subsidiaries Lead Major Brand Activations During Super Bowl LX

Dolphin Subsidiaries Shore Fire Media and 42West's Clients Present, Perform and Take Home Honors at the 2026 GRAMMY AwardsFebruary 3, 2026 9:00 AM
ACCESS NewswireNEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 3, 2026 / Shore Fire Media and 42West, subsidiaries of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), congratulate their clients who presented, performed and earned awards or honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles.A number of those clients were well represented on the telecast, with Shore Fire's Carole King presenting Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell with the award for Song of the Year, Bruce Springsteen notably paying tribute to longtime influence Brian Wilson by providing a voiceover for the evening's "In Memoriam" segment and Bilal and Wyclef Jean performing alongside Ms. Lauryn Hill as part of a musical tribute to D'Angelo and Roberta Flack. 42West client Andrew Watt also performed twice - both as part of a star-studded tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and alongside Lady Gaga for a rock rendition of their GRAMMY-winning hit, "Abracadabra."Among Shore Fire's 2026 winners and honorees, Samara Joy was awarded for the fourth consecutive year - taking home Best Jazz Vocal Album, bringing the 26-year-old artist's career tally to six. Also earning his sixth GRAMMY, PJ Morton won the award for Best Gospel Album with Darrel Walls. Shore Fire client Rhino Entertainment saw Joni Mitchell win Best Historical Album for "Joni Mitchell Archives - Volume 4: The Asylum Years (1976-1980)" - while Springsteen's nine LP box set "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" was awarded Best Recording Package for the work of art directors Meghan Foley and Michelle Holme. Additionally, Fela Kuti posthumously received the prestigious GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award. 42West's Watt also took home a Best Dance Pop Recording GRAMMY for his work on Lady Gaga's "Abracadabra" - and executive produced her Best Pop Vocal Album-winning album, "MAYHEM."At the premiere ceremony, 2026 Shore Fire nominees Trombone Shorty and Grace Potter opened the show with a rendition of Earth, Wind & Fire's "Shining Star" alongside Israel Houghton, Lila Iké and Maggie Rose - while Tasha Cobbs Leonard electrified the crowd with a performance of her song "Church," which was nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song. Trombone Shorty later returned to the stage to present awards in the Americana, American roots, bluegrass, folk, contemporary Christian and gospel categories, including fellow New Orleanian PJ Morton's.Shore Fire also congratulates the Miles Davis Estate, who saw Ashley Kahn win Best Album Notes for "Miles '55: The Prestige Recordings"; Sara Gazarek of the Eastman School of Music, for her work on Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocal-winner "Big Fish"; and Kabir Sehgal, who produced the Dalai Lama's "Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama" - which won Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording.The 68th Annual GRAMMY Awards were held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and broadcast live on CBS. The GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony was live-streamed internationally at GRAMMY.com.###ABOUT SHORE FIRE MEDIA
Shore Fire Media represents artists, talent, creators, authors, athletes, cultural institutions, businesses, brands and entrepreneurs at the forefront of their respective fields - including some of the most exciting emerging and established voices in the arts, entertainment and beyond. With dedicated teams in New York, Los Angeles and Nashville, Shore Fire leverages extensive expertise and relationships to strategically amplify narratives and shape reputations that facilitate career advancement in an ever-evolving media landscape. To learn more, visit ShoreFire.com and follow Shore Fire on Instagram: @shorefire.ABOUT 42WEST
42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), is one of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West has four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing and Fandoms & Franchises (formerly known as BHI), the award-winning firm's gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of movies and television shows as well as countless actors, filmmakers, recording artists, personalities and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients - ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios, charitable organizations and media conglomerates - looking to raise, reposition or rehabilitate their public profiles.ABOUT DOLPHIN
Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio - developing and investing in breakthrough content, products and experiences - and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including No. 1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram.James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiaries Shore Fire Media and 42West's Clients Present, Perform and Take Home Honors at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards

Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Lands Six Nominations for Clients at the 98th Academy AwardsJanuary 26, 2026 2:00 PM
ACCESS NewswireLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 26, 2026 / The entertainment PR and marketing powerhouse 42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), saw multiple clients achieve success with six nominations at the 98th Academy Awards. This year's Oscars will be presented on March 15 in Los Angeles, in a telecast hosted for the second consecutive year by longtime 42West client Conan O'Brien.In its 21-year history, 42West has worked on the campaigns of countless Academy Award winning films, including eight Best Picture winners. The company is once again in the running in that category, as producer Ashley Schlaifer is among the nominees for Netflix's TRAIN DREAMS.Andrew Jarecki received the second Oscar nomination in his acclaimed career for the Best Documentary Feature nominee THE ALABAMA SOLUTION (a film on which he was a director, writer and producer).42West also handles the campaigns for Best Documentary Feature nominee MR. NOBODY AGAINST PUTIN and CHILDREN NO MORE: "WERE AND ARE GONE" in the Best Documentary Short category.Another longtime client, the distributor GKIDS, achieved two nominations: Best Animated Feature for the critically lauded LITTLE AMÉLIE OR THE CHARACTER OF RAIN (the company ‘s 14th nomination ever in the category, which it won in 2023 for THE BOY AND THE HERON), and a first for the studio for Best Makeup and Hairstyling for the Japanese box office sensation KOKUHO.ABOUT 42WEST:42West, a subsidiary of Dolphin Entertainment, is one of the entertainment industry's leading full-service public-relations firms. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, 42West has four divisions: Talent, Strategic Communications, Entertainment Marketing, and Fandoms & Franchises, the award-winning firm's gaming, consumer products and publishing practice. The agency has developed and executed marketing and publicity strategies for hundreds of movies and television shows as well as countless actors, filmmakers, recording artists, personalities and authors. In addition, 42West provides strategic counsel to a wide variety of high-profile individuals and corporate clients-ranging from movie and pop stars to major studios, charitable organizations, and media conglomerates-looking to raise, reposition, or rehabilitate their public profiles.ABOUT DOLPHIN:Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) is where cultural creation meets marketing execution. Founded in 1996 by Bill O'Dowd, Dolphin operates as both a venture studio-developing and investing in breakthrough content, products, and experiences-and a marketing consortium, featuring leading agencies across every communications discipline.At its core, the venture studio creates, produces, finances, markets, and promotes new businesses and cultural ideas - ranging from acclaimed film, television, and digital content to consumer goods, live events and partnerships that define entertainment and lifestyle. Surrounding this entrepreneurial engine, Dolphin's marketing prowess brings together best-in-class firms including 42West, The Door, Shore Fire Media, Elle Communications, Special Projects and The Digital Dept. Together, this collective delivers unmatched cross-marketing expertise and relationships across every vertical of pop culture - from film, television, music, influencers, sports, hospitality, and fashion to consumer brands and purpose-driven initiatives. Dolphin marketing has been the recipient of many accolades, including #1 Agency of the Year on the Observer PR Power List in 2025, The PR Net 100, and the PR News Elite 120.Follow us on Instagram here.This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements may address, among other things, Dolphin Entertainment Inc.'s offering of common stock as well as expected financial and operational results and the related assumptions underlying its expected results. These forward-looking statements are distinguished by the use of words such as "will," "would," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "designed," "plan," or "intend," the negative of these terms, and similar references to future periods. These views involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict and, accordingly, Dolphin Entertainment's actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in its forward-looking statements. Dolphin Entertainment's forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this press release. Factors or events Dolphin Entertainment cannot predict, including those described in the risk factors contained in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, may cause its actual results to differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. Although Dolphin Entertainment believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, it can give no assurance that its expectations will be achieved, and Dolphin Entertainment undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.# # #Contact:James Carbonara
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james@haydenir.comSOURCE: Dolphin EntertainmentView the original press release on ACCESS NewswireOriginal: Dolphin Subsidiary 42West Lands Six Nominations for Clients at the 98th Academy Awards

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In. Let’s see

DLPN: That (DLPN) stock 'chart' posted below, looks more like a circa one-million-power magnification of any Earth animal's GENOMIC MOLECULAR STRUCTURE --- vs. anything at all HELPFUL to anyone pondering the PURCHASE of DLPN's stock.

DLPH: Soaring by 57% in Post-M right now. (And posting their actual NEWS, is even better.)
https://www.accesswire.com/863123/dolphin-entertainment-q1-2024-revenue-increases-54-year-over-year-to-a-record-152-million-and-reports-positive-adjusted-operating-income-of-10-million-compared-to-an-adjusted-operating-loss-of-19-million-in-q1-2023

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Uh oh

DLPN new 52 week low

DLPN new 52 week low

DLPN new 52 week low

And back to red


That’s this corrupt market

DLPN RED TO GREEN HERES WHY https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/04/uk-to-mint-its-own-nft-and-push-forward-with-crypto-regulation.html?__source=sharebar|twitter&par=sharebar

https://tremendous.blog/2022/03/18/mass-firings-at-citadel-right-before-federal-probe/

Made it

The show is over kids, $100,000,000 offering reported as of 8/30/2021 ! See you all at $4 per share soon

Might go green soon

They're trying really hard to short this down.

56,889,204 shares traded today mostly buy!

This can really run big afterhours. It did like 100% overnight the last time it ran

Holding overnight lets see her open at 16-18

Do $15 afterhours and it's game over for the shorts

Just the beginning my friend. It was $30's earlier this year

I was going to buy back in at $10.50 -- but I thought twice and didn't.

Two minutes later this is trading over $12.00


Wow.

What a ride today.

$15.00+ afterhours

I bought back in -- 2,500 shares @ $10.75

I have a stop-loss in at $11.50

************** Stop-loss hit

What up Mike

Nice call

I did the same. May get back in when it retraces.