- It was announced that Nick Jonas is in talks to join Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart and Jack Black in the Sony reboot of "Jumanji." The movie is set to hit theaters on July 28, 2017.
- YG released the music video for his song, "Word Is Bond," from the album, "Still Brazy."
- Lil Uzi Vert dropped his mixtape, "The Perfect Luv Tape."
- Noname dropped her mixtape, "Telefone."
- An Apple Music live stream appeared on Frank Ocean's website. It was rumored that he would dropping an album entitled, "Boys Don't Cry," in July due to a mysterious library card with the words "July 2016." The live stream included a man sawing wood and creating what looked like speakers. Click here for the link to the live stream via Apple Music.
- Reggie Bush signed a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills.
- The Texas Rangers traded pitchers Dillon Tate, Erik Swanson and Nick Green to the New York Yankees for outfielder Carlos Beltran.
- The Cincinnati Reds traded Jay Bruce to the New York Mets for minor-league second baseman Dilson Herrera and minor-league pitcher Max Wotell.
- Jason Goldwatch, someone who has worked on music with Jay Electronica in the past, posted this picture on Instagram. Rumors started to circulate about it possibly being the release date for Jay Electronica's upcoming album, "Act II."
- It was announced that Channing Tatum and Jillian Bell will star in the remake of the movie, "Splash."
- The New York Times reported that Frank Ocean would be dropping his album, "Boys Don't Cry," on Friday, August 5. Click here for the link to the article.
- Warner Bros. released a new trailer for the upcoming movie, "Storks."
- It was announced that Mel Gibson and Sean Penn will star in the upcoming movie, "The Professor and the Madman."
- Kanye West and Drake hinted at a joint project during OVO Fest in Toronto, Canada.
- Mac Miller released the music video for "Dang!"
- The Baltimore Ravens waived running back Trent Richardson.
- It was announced that "The Secret Life of Pets" sequel will be released in 2018.
- It was announced that the "Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them" sequel will be released in 2018.
- During "Late Night with Stephen Colbert," Will Smith revealed that he had spoken with President Barrack Obama about playing him in an upcoming movie.
- Tom Jackson announced his plans for retirement from ESPN and broadcasting. He had been at ESPN for 29 years.
- Britney Spears announced her new album, "Glory," will be released on August 26, 2016.
- It was announced that baseball and softball will played in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
- Madden 17 revealed the tracklist for its soundtrack. Click here for the full playlist.
- The San Francisco 49ers and linebacker Navorro Bowman agreed to a four-year contract extension.
- USA announced its series, "Suits," got renewal for a seventh season.
- Quarterback Nick Foles signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
- Guard Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder reached an agreement in principle for a new three-year deal.
- Rockie Fresh dropped a new song, "Keep the Peace."
- Warner Bros. released the teaser for the upcoming movie, "Dunkirk."
- Audio Push announced their debut album, "90951," and revealed the artwork. The album will be released on September 23. Here's the artwork and trailer.
- It was announced that James Cordon and Rose Byrne will star in the upcoming movie, "Peter Rabbit."
- It was announced that Rebel Wilson will star in the upcoming "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" remake.
- 2 Chainz dropped his mixtape, "Daniel Son; Necklace Don."
- French Montana revealed the tracklist for his upcoming album, "MC4."
- Many were locked into the Frank Ocean's live stream Thursday night with hopes that he would release his new album. Up until midnight, a man, assumed to be Frank Ocean, was working on building what looked like some sort of wooden speaker system. When the clock struck midnight, the camera switched, making everyone who was watching believe something was going to happen or new music would arrive. Instead, nothing happened, and it appeared Frank Ocean trolled everyone awaiting a new album.
- Rick Ross and Skrillex released the music video for "Purple Lamborghini." It's featured on the "Suicide Squad" soundtrack.
- PARTYNEXTDOOR released a new song from the upcoming album, "P3."
- The Rio Olympics kicked off with the Opening Ceremonies.
- "Suicide Squad" and "Nine Lives" premiered in theaters.
- Ariana Grande released the remix to "Into You." The song features Mac Miller.
- TDE head Dangeroo Kipawaa tweeted a mysterious release date.
09.02.16 #TDE
— dangeroo kipawaa TDE (@dangerookipawaa) August 6, 2016
- Team USA defeated China in men's basketball at the Rio Olympics, 119-62. After one day of events, USA racked in one gold medal and four silver medals.