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The Weeknd Signs With WME in All Areas
The Weeknd has signed with William Morris Endeavor (WME) in all areas, the agency announced on Thursday (May 1).
WME is also representing the superstar’s production company, Manic Phase, which produced his 2023 HBO series The Idol and his upcoming feature film Hurry Up Tomorrow, which will be released in theaters on May 16. The Canadian Ethiopian superstar (real name Abel Tesfaye) co-wrote, co-produced and is starring in the psychological thriller, which serves as a companion piece to his sixth studio album of the same name that he released on Jan. 31 via XO and Republic Records. Starting next week, The Weeknd will embark on the After Hours Til Dawn Tour with his “Timeless” collaborator Carti and right-hand producer Mike Dean as special guests.
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