Hilarie Bass (DLPN) receives 6,623 RSUs in Dolphin Entertainment stock grant

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Bass Hilarie reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Dolphin Entertainment director Hilarie Bass received a grant of 6,623 restricted stock units (RSUs) of Common Stock as compensation. The award carries no purchase price for Bass. According to the terms, these RSUs will vest in four equal installments on May 15, 2026, August 15, 2026, November 16, 2026, and March 31, 2027.

Insider Trade Summary

1 transaction reported

Mixed 1 txn

Insider Bass Hilarie

Role Director

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Common Stock	6,623	$0.00	--

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 0 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (1)

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Key Figures

RSUs granted: 6,623 units Transaction price per share: $0.0000 First vesting date: May 15, 2026 +3 more

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RSUs granted 6,623 units Restricted stock units of Common Stock granted to Hilarie Bass

Transaction price per share $0.0000 Grant price for RSUs reported in Form 4

First vesting date May 15, 2026 RSUs vest ratably on this date

Second vesting date August 15, 2026 RSUs vest ratably on this date

Third vesting date November 16, 2026 RSUs vest ratably on this date

Final vesting date March 31, 2027 Remaining RSUs scheduled to vest

Key Terms

restricted stock unit awards, RSUs, Common Stock

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restricted stock unit awards financial

"Represents shares of Common Stock underlying restricted stock unit awards ("RSUs") from the Issuer."

Restricted stock unit awards are company promises to deliver a specific number of shares to employees or service providers in the future once conditions—such as staying with the company for a set time or meeting performance targets—are met. They matter to investors because when the promises convert into actual shares they increase the total share count and can reduce earnings per share, while also aligning recipients’ interests with stock performance much like deferred pay that turns into ownership if goals are met.

RSUs financial

"The RSUs will vest ratably on May 15, 2026, August 15, 2026, November 16, 2026 and March 31, 2027."

RSUs, or restricted stock units, are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation. They are typically awarded with certain restrictions, such as a waiting period before they can be fully owned or sold, similar to earning a gift that becomes fully yours over time. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock offerings and reflect how much the company relies on stock-based incentives to attract and retain talent.

Common Stock financial

"Represents shares of Common Stock underlying restricted stock unit awards ("RSUs") from the Issuer."

Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.

Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →

04/01/2026 - 08:02 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Bass Hilarie

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

C/O DOLPHIN ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

150 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE, SUITE 1200

(Street)

CORAL GABLES

FLORIDA

33134

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. [ DLPN ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director	10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
03/30/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	03/30/2026		A		6,623⁽¹⁾	A	$0.00	$6,623	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

1. Represents shares of Common Stock underlying restricted stock unit awards ("RSUs") from the Issuer. The RSUs will vest ratably on May 15, 2026, August 15, 2026, November 16, 2026 and March 31, 2027.

	/s/ Hilarie Bass	04/01/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What insider transaction did Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN) report for Hilarie Bass?

Dolphin Entertainment reported that director Hilarie Bass received 6,623 restricted stock units of Common Stock as a compensation grant. These RSUs were recorded at no purchase price and will vest in stages between May 2026 and March 2027, subject to the award terms.

How many RSUs did Hilarie Bass receive from Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN)?

Hilarie Bass received 6,623 restricted stock units from Dolphin Entertainment. These RSUs represent potential future shares of Common Stock that will be delivered as they vest over four scheduled dates from May 2026 through March 2027, assuming all vesting conditions are satisfied.

When do Hilarie Bass’s Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN) RSUs vest?

The RSUs granted to Hilarie Bass vest in four equal installments. The scheduled vesting dates are May 15, 2026, August 15, 2026, November 16, 2026, and March 31, 2027. Each date releases a portion of the 6,623 RSUs into deliverable Common Stock.

Did Hilarie Bass buy Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN) shares on the market?

No, Hilarie Bass did not buy shares on the open market. She received 6,623 restricted stock units of Common Stock as a grant. The transaction price per share was reported as zero, reflecting a compensation award rather than a cash purchase transaction.

What type of security was granted to Hilarie Bass by Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN)?

Hilarie Bass was granted restricted stock unit awards tied to Dolphin Entertainment’s Common Stock. RSUs are a form of equity compensation that convert into actual shares as they vest over time, aligning director compensation with future company performance and share value.

Is Hilarie Bass’s RSU grant in Dolphin Entertainment (DLPN) a routine compensation award?

Yes, the filing describes the transaction as a grant or award acquisition of restricted stock units, a common form of equity compensation for directors. The RSUs vest over predetermined dates, with no open-market buying or selling involved in this specific transaction.