ANITTA + REPUBLIC: DONE DEAL

Sources say that Monte Lipman's Republic has wrapped up a deal with Brazilian star Anitta after her exceptionally brief period of free agency; UMLE boss Jesús López and UMG Brazil's Paulo Lima are said to be critical to the initiative. The Brandon Silverstein-repped Anitta is believed to have fielded big offers from multiple contenders. Stay tuned for the official announcement and accompanying fanfare.