Hollywood Minute: Rick Astley hits a Billion, ‘Downton’ prepares to say goodbye

Rick Astley’s 1987 hit “Never Gonna Give You Up” has officially surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, placing it in rare company on the platform.

(CNN)-Rick Astley’s 1987 hit “Never Gonna Give You Up” has officially surpassed one billion streams on Spotify, placing it in rare company on the platform.

While the song was already a chart-topper in its original release, it found a second wave of popularity thanks to the internet prank known as “Rickrolling,” where unsuspecting users are tricked into clicking on a link that redirects them to the song’s music video.

“My God, what a melody,” fans often joke—ironically and genuinely—as the track continues to thrive nearly four decades later.

Meanwhile, another cultural staple is preparing to take its final bow. A new teaser trailer offers a first look at Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, the concluding chapter of the beloved British period drama that began as a hit TV series in 2010. The film is slated to arrive in theaters this September, marking the end of the road for the Crawley family saga.

And in a galaxy not so far away, Mark Hamill appears ready to retire his lightsaber for good. The 73-year-old actor, who famously portrayed Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, told ComicBook.com that he’s grateful for the journey but believes it’s time for the series to move forward with a new generation of characters.