Chris Hemsworth to host 'SNL' this week; major theaters to boycott 'Beasts of No Nation'; more - A.M. entertainment news links

Here's some of what's happening today in entertainment headlines: Stories are circulating that Chris Brown is the father of a nine-month-old daughter; and more.

Chris Hemsworth will host 'SNL' on March 7. Musical guest will be the Zac Brown Band.

Check out the promos of Chris Hemsworth and Kate McKinnon for this week's episode of 'SNL,' which Hemsworth is hosting. I hope the actual skits are funnier.

Rumors are swirling that Chris Brown is the father of a nine-month-old daughter by a 31-year-old former model named Nia who Brown has known for several years.

Major movie chains have announced they will not show 'Beasts of No Nation' because the film has struck a deal with Netflix to stream the film concurrently with its theatrical release.

Conrad Hilton, 20, and brother of Paris Hilton, has plead guilty to assault in connection with assaulting flight attendants during a trip from London to Los Angeles last year. Conrad's legal team are arguing that his behavior may have been the results of the 'effects of a sleeping pill.

Joss Whedon talks to The Hollywood Reporter about the challenges of shooting the 'Avengers' sequel, namely trying to give each superhero an adequate amount of screen time.

From the 'WHY???' files: Lady Gaga and R. Kelly are among the artists scheduled to perform in Selma, Alabama following President Barack Obama's speech at the Selma 50 event.

Sarah Michelle Gellar is adding her vocal talents to the second season of 'Star Wars Rebels,' which returns later this year. Gellar's husband, Freddie Prinze Jr., Vanessa Marshall, David Oyelowo and Tiya Sircar are also among the cast .

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