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Steven Spielberg has been making headlines again this week, a testament to how he continues to dominate both Hollywood and pop culture, even five decades into his legendary career. Just in the past 24 hours, the buzz has centered on two major studio projects at Universal with Spielberg producing the next big Jurassic movie, locking in director Gareth Edwards, while also setting Chris Columbus to direct Gremlins 3, which is aiming for a November 2027 release. That news came from The InSneider and has industry insiders talking about a Spielberg production pipeline that shows no sign of slowing down.

He’s also been front and center on the Hollywood circuit, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Jaws with a blockbuster exhibition at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles. Spielberg warmly spoke to the press about the adversity faced during the original shoot—think seasickness, mechanical sharks, and career anxiety—but now, he relishes seeing props from the film, including the famous buoy and Bruce the mechanical shark, on display for a new generation of fans. The museum event underscored his belief in the collaborative art of moviemaking, and the Academy Museum is already making moves for a full Spielberg retrospective in 2028. According to the North State Journal, Spielberg was visibly proud, calling the show “just awesome” and praising the meticulous curation.

In entertainment business news, CEO Today and Hypebeast both report that Spielberg’s business acumen remains unrivaled, with an estimated net worth of $5.3 billion in 2025. These reports highlight his stakes in Amblin Partners, ongoing executive production deals with Netflix and Universal, and massive theme park revenue streams from long-standing agreements with Universal Studios worldwide. Industry analysts note the enduring nature of Spielberg’s empire, especially his skill at converting creative wins into multi-decade asset streams.

On the creative front, Spielberg’s next sci-fi film is already generating buzz thanks to a role written specifically for Colman Domingo, set to debut in June 2026. Domingo recently told Fiction Horizon that reading Spielberg’s script brought him to tears, calling it deeply humane and transformative—a sign this could be one of those late-career works that helps define Spielberg’s legacy for a new era. Spielberg’s projects always attract attention, but this level of early actor enthusiasm has hardcore fans and the trades speculating about awards potential.

Publicly, Spielberg’s legacy is getting a fresh look from film societies, such as the New Ulm Film Society’s Steven Spielberg Directs series which kicked off last week, offering a new twist on community programming and demonstrating Spielberg’s ongoing influence in educational and cultural circles.

Social media has been lively, with fans sharing selfies from the Jaws exhibit and media outlets reposting Spielberg’s heartfelt reflections on collaboration and perseverance. No controversy or negative chatter worth noting—instead, it’s been a celebration of his longevity and impact.

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