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December 2009 VOGUE Features Cate Blanchett

Sheathed in layers of golden fabric of an Oscar de la Renta gown appearing like a mythical Greek goddess, Cate Blanchett is featured on the cover of this December’s issue of VOGUE, appearing on newsstands November 24th, with an interview by VOGUE writer Adam Green about her greatest role to date: A Streetcar Named Desire’s [...]

Distinctive Assets Celebrated a Decade of Gift Giving During the 10th Annual Latin Grammy Awards

The Latin Recording Academy observed a ten-year milestone anniversary this year when it hosted the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards on November 5, 2009 in Las Vegas. The Academy lauded celebrity gifters Distinctive Assets to once again be on hand as they too celebrated reaching the decade milestone. Distinctive Assets thanked the presenters and performers [...]

LA’s Magic Castle Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Dangling by his feet, Magic Castle’s magician Jim Bentley performed Harry Houdini’s famed escape act, which was quite incredible! Check out this video shot by Julie Wolfson.
Magic Castle’s 100th Birthday Celebration on November 3rd was the place to be in Los Angeles. On this 100th Anniversary, magician Jim Bentley was assisted by the lovely trio of Tippi Hedren, [...]

On 3 Productions’ Rocks the Stars Backstage at the 25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concert

Music legends and A-list stars were swaying to the tunes backstage from Bono to the Boss at the Official Talent Gift Lounge during the “25th Anniversary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Concert” held in Madison Square Garden, New York City, which featured two revolutionary once-in-lifetime concerts celebrating such a momentous anniversary.  Not only were [...]

TIDE Offers Loads Of Hope to Families affected by Disasters

During times of disaster people turn to the most basic of human needs and as the TIDE Company sees it, one of those is clean clothes. With their new TIDE Loads of Hope program, they provide relief through a mobile laundromat. One truck and a number of vans hold over 32 energy-efficient washers and dryers [...]

Los Angeles Dodgers Owner Frank McCourt Fires CEO Wife Jamie McCourt

Thursday, October 22, 2009, just one day after the Los Angeles Dodgers were knocked out of the playoffs, team owner Frank McCourt fired his wife, Jamie McCourt. Jamie had just become CEO in March only after serving as club president since August 2005. The recently seperated couple will have to endure numerous court battles for [...]

Miami Beach Rock Fashion Week Prevails Downpour

Miami Beach hosted a successful Rock Fashion Week at the Eden Roc Renaissance Hotel this last week. Rain threatened to ruin the affair, but due to such an eye-popping fashion show, attendees were not deterred and stayed despite the downpour.

Opening for the week was Russell Simmons’ Argyleculture line, featuring his new American Classic and Simmons [...]

L’Oréal Paris Receives the “Friend of The Walk of Fame” Award and Introduces New Products

In celebration of L’Oréal’s 100th anniversary, the L’Oréal Paris brand was honored  for its efforts to beautify and preserve the treasured and iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, which celebrates its 50th Anniversary in 2010.
On Tuesday, October 20th, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce presented the world’s largest beauty company with its Friend of the Walk of Fame award [...]

DETAIL Magazine Reveals Pee-wee’s Big Comeback

Remember Pee-wee Herman, the goofy gray-suited character with a red bow tie that had a guileless attitude and laugh that begged to be impersonated? He’s making a comeback after a humiliating arrest that sidelined the actor’s career for decades.

Ivanka Trump: A Little Nepotism Goes a Long Way

Maybe she’s born with it? Oh yes, she definitely was born with it. Ivanka Trump, one of the world’s most famous up and coming business tycoon admits freely on the ABC News “Nightline” interview to nepotism playing a big part in her skyrocketing success to the top. Although, the 27 year-old was born into one [...]

Eco Emmys by Durkin’s Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite

Rolling out the ‘green’ carpet for the Hollywood’s greatest TV stars, Debbie Durkin’s Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite and Platform Media Group hosted an Eco Emmys party complete with Celebrity Green Gifting and Wellness Chateau to ensure the stars were looking and feeling their best for the big awards show. Held at [...]

Meet and Greet Days of Our Lives Stars at “Day of Days” Fan Event at Universal Studios Hollywood City Walk

All you diehard, loyal Days of Our Lives fans, here’s your  chance to mingle with your favorite stars at the “Day of DAYS” Fan event on Saturday, November 7, from 10-5 pm at City Walk, Universal Studios Hollywood.
10 a.m. – Welcome and Cast Introductions
10:30 a.m. – “Meet & Greet” with the Stars
12:30 p.m. – Lunch [...]

Chiller Eyegore Awards Kicks off Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights

Shrills, chills and thrills were had at the Chiller Eyegore Awards and opening night at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights.  Hosted by actor Cory Feldman, the awards show honored the people who scare us the best. The opening night event at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights kicked off its 16-night run on Friday, October [...]

Laura Leighton and Tim Gunn Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence

Tim Gunn of “Project Runway” and Laura Leighton of “Melrose Place”  teamed up with the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) and Marshalls on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica to take a stand during October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  Together, via this event, they launched an integrated program to raise money and awareness for [...]

O.N.E. ™ Water Sponsors Spring 2010 Fashion Week

Carbon water and on-site recycling at Fashion Week? Oh yes, being green was the hottest  trend at the Spring 2010 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week held last month in New York City. O.N.E Water, as the official sponsor of the glamorous event, was a prime example of Fashion Week’s eco-consciousness. O.N.E. Water, which offered 500 ml [...]

Distinctive Assets Grand Slams it for Andre Agassi Foundation

The Andre Agassi Foundation showered A-list celebs like Tim McGraw, Brian McKnight, Daughtry, Dane Cook and Macy Gray with gifts in appreciation for donating their time and talent to the 14th Annual Grand Slam for Children benefit concert.
Celebrity gift-givers Distinctive Assets provided Gift Bags filled with gifts for a ‘koz’ and a Backstage Gift Lounge [...]

GBK’s Luxury Bazaar for the Senses Honors Emmy Attendees

Always a favorite with the stars, GBK Productions, the luxury lifestyle gift lounge and special events company, honored the 2009 Emmy Award Nominees and Presenters with their Annual GBK Emmy Gift Lounge. GBK presented A Luxury Bazaar for the Senses, held at a gorgeous, private estate in Beverly Hills, and, as always, gave back to charity [...]

Lipton Green Vitali Tea and On 3 Productions Backstage at the 2009 Emmys

It was a virtual who’s-who of Hollywood’s brightest attending the Lipton Green Vitali Tea Gift Lounge, which celebrated the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards. Produced by On 3 Productions , it was held backstage at the Nokia Theatre. The Lounge was held during the two nights of rehearsals for the Emmy Awards, September 19th and 20th.
The event was masterfully run by [...]

ABC Network’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s Paige Hemmis Teams up with Duracel for “More Power To Protect” Campaign

Paige Hemmis, star of ABC Network’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and former EMT teamed up with Duracell to help launch the  ’Preparedness and Donation Campaign to Raise Battery Power for Cities in Need’.
September marks the start of the powerful fall storm season, and Duracell wants to make sure the communities at greatest risk for outages [...]

Own A Piece of Silver Screen History with The Hollywood Studio Collection

Join scores of collectors and fans for a chance to purchase pieces worn by Hollywood royalty,a portion of the net profits will go to Childhelp USA and other children’s advocacy charities.
Legions of Hollywood insiders and fans will flood the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel Saturday, October 10 through Monday, October 12 for The Hollywood Studio Collection’s movie [...]

Actor Ray Park Stars in G.I. Joe as Snake Eyes, Reveals True Identity in Heroes

Actor Ray Park who stars in the upcoming action movie “G.I. Joe” as  Snake Eyes, personified evil playing Darth Maul in Star Wars Episode I – The Phantom Menace and scared audiences stiff as the headless horseman in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, finally reveals himself to loyal fans for the first time without a mask [...]

A Night For Honour to Benefit Iraq Star Foundation

Benefiting Iraq Star Foundation is A Night For Honour, hosted by Dr. Phil McGraw with special honoree Gary Sinise. Iraq Star Foundation (www.IraqStar.org) is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting war veterans recovering from physically disfiguring injuries.

The event will be held at the Universal City Hilton on Sunday, October 4th. Participants and honored guests will [...]

Life Changing Lives Gala Benefits Service Charities

Orange County philanthropists Glenn and Mindy Stearns presented the Life Changing Lives Gala, a tribute to those who serve America and in honor of the men and women who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Over 500 supporters attended the Life Changing Lives Gala in support of three distinguished organizations; Wounded Warrior Project, Make-A-Wish [...]

Distinctive Asset’s 8th Annual “Everybody Wins at the Emmys®” Nominee Gift Bags Celebrate the Non-Winners!

Fall 2009 brings the beginning of the big award shows and this year’s Emmy nominees are as talented and fabulous as ever!

While it’s always an honor just to be nominated, it’s only natural that not taking home the big prize on September 20th feels bittersweet.
But the biggest stars will surely not be disappointed if they [...]

Cynthia McFadden Sits Down with Tyra Banks on ABC News “Nightline”

Cynthia McFadden’s upcoming interview on ABC News “Nightline” with model turned talk show host Tyra Banks leaves no stone unturned. The Emmy award-winning host of the “Tyra Banks Show” talks about breaking into the modeling world, the struggles of being an African American model, and why she dislikes the red carpet. The spirited entrepreneur, also [...]

On 3 Productions Backstage Official Presenter Gift Lounge wowed the Daytime Emmy Awards Stars Again

Some of the most exciting action at the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards happened away from the cameras, as On 3 Productions produced the Official Presenter Gift Lounge. The gifting pleasure happened backstage at the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, August 28 through August 30, 2009 throughout rehearsals and as CW Television Network [...]

Paul Rodriguez and Judy Tenuta Top All-Star Line-up to Benefit Veterans at Long Beach Laugh Factory on September 11th

 Cops4Causes annual fundraiser, Comedy Uniting Communities, will be held next Friday, September 11, 2009 at the brand-new Laugh Factory in Long Beach, announced the all-volunteer organization’s President, Christopher Landavazo.
Headlined by Paul Rodriguez and Judy “The Love Goddess” Tenuta, they will be joined by Johnny Sanchez, Ashley Hamilton, Tina Kim and Dov Davidoff and an all-star [...]

Victoria’s Secret Dream Angels Heavenly Enchanted New Fall Fragrance hits stores

Victoria’s Secret Beauty recently celebrated the launch of their new fragrance for fall called Dream Angels Heavenly Enchanted at the Victoria’s Secret Beauty store at The Grove in Los Angeles.
Dancing with the Stars alum Melissa Rycroft, newly blonde Victoria’s Secret Supermodel Miranda Kerr and television personality Giuliana Rancic, hosted the in-store launch event for the [...]

Miss Malibu Pageant Crown Their 2010 Miss Malibu and Miss Teen Malibu

If you thought Malibu couldn’t get more beautiful you were wrong, as the Miss Malibu Organization (www.missmalibu.com) presented the 5th annual Miss Malibu Pageant on Sunday, August 23rd. Hosting the event was Emmy Award winning-entertainment news anchor Ross King and Tami Farrell, 2009’s Miss California USA. .
The event, held at an estate formerly owned by Cher, [...]

Biggest Winner from Miss Malibu Weekend is The Ludacris Foundation

Chris “Ludacris” Bridges hosted a luxurious pre-party to the Miss Malibu pageant Saturday at a private estate in Malibu. The event was hosted in association with Timothy Durham, President of National Lampoon and benefited the award winning charitable organization, The Ludacris Foundation . Guests at the afternoon poolside party enjoyed private cabanas, bidding on incredible items [...]

Distinctive Assets Delivers A-list Doggie Gift Bags

Celebrity pooches get spoiled today in Hollywood! As the dog days of Summer fade into Fall, Distinctive Assets will be delivering special gift bags to twenty-five of their favorite pet-loving stars.  Every dog indeed has its day … especially in a town where diamond-adorned canines are nearly as famous as their celebrity owners! On August [...]

LA Women put their Faith in Trusted Hands of Celebrity Colorist Marco Pelusi

For women looking to redefine their hair as fall approaches, they need only remind themselves “There’s no place like West Hollywood”, as renowned stylist and color Marco Pelusi’s thriving West Hollywood locale (www.marcopelusi.com) has all the answers. He’s literally devoted his entire life to hair and now the denizens of Los Angeles are benefiting from [...]

SVEDKA Reveals the Future with SVEDKA Adult Playground 2033

Milk Studios in Hollywood played host to the opening event for SVEDKA Adult Playground 2033. SVEDKA Vodka (www.svedka.com) collaborated with Brent Bolthouse, founder of Bolthouse Productions to produce the first in a series of events that convey a vision of what nightlife could be like in 2033. A trendsetting LA event producer, Bolthouse lent his [...]

TV’s Top Doc Talks About Emmy-Nominated “The Doctors”

On Sunday, October 30th, television’s favorite plastic surgeon and his three M.D. co-hosts find out if their show will win a Daytime Emmy for Best Talk Show- Informative.  As a member of television’s Medical Dream Team on “The Doctors”, Dr. Andrew Ordon is on top of the world balancing family, a busy practice and a [...]

Melanie Segal’s Teen Choice Awards Lounge Speaks Up for Neglected Animals

Rocket Dog (www.rocketdog.com) presented Melanie Segal’s Teen Choice Awards Lounge on Thursday and Friday, helping to raise awareness for the escalating crisis faced by animal shelters.  Tails of the City Animal Rescue (www.tailsofthecityrescue.com) brought dozens of pets to the event, pairing them with celebrities in photos with the hope it will encourage more adoptions.

The Puck-Lazaroff Foundation’s 27th American Wine & Food Festival to Benefit Meals On Wheels

In a city where long term relationships are hard to come by, the American Wine & Food Festival returns for its 27th year from October 2-4. Tickets are now on sale for the annual event, hosted by the Puck-Lazaroff Charitable Foundation and benefiting Los Angeles chapters of Meals on Wheals, which features world-renowned chefs, vintners [...]

Actor Kevin Sorbo’s Mythological Staying Power

Playing the world’s sexiest heart-throb of epic proportions in the long-running series, “Hercules: The Legendary Stories”, and the captain of the helm in “Gene Roddenberry’s Andromeda” – the renowned Kevin Sorbo has proven that he has the acting chops to match and continues to captivate audiences by branching out in more meaty acting roles and philanthropic [...]

Chef Rocco DiSpirito Celebrates “Giuliana & Bill” with Bertolli Frozen Meals at the Malibu Beach House

What better way to celebrate The Style Network’s newest stars than having Chef Rocco Di Spirito makeover their dining experience with Bertolli Frozen Meals? Bill Rancic and wife Giuliana DePandi Rancic, whose show “Giuliana & Bill” launches August 5th, celebrated with Chef Rocco at the Bertolli Frozen Meals Malibu Beach House with a meal that [...]

XBOX 360 EA SPORTS Madden NFL 10 Scores A Touchdown with Celebs and NFL Hall of Famers

Hut one, hut two! Flag football is alive and well among the rich and famous.  In Malibu on Friday, July 24th, celebrities and NFL hall-of-famers came together in a friendly, yet competitive game complete with team jerseys to celebrate the launch of Xbox 360 and EA SPORTS Madden NFL 10 on Xbox 360 – in [...]

Cadillac Fragrance for Men Launches in America

Martin Automotive Group, Southern California’s premier Cadillac dealership opened its showroom doors to co-host with LA’s The Place Magazine the Cadillac of all parties. Good times and good will was the order of the day with exquisite food & drink, great music and fabulous fragrance. Over 150 of Hollywood’s finest turned out to celebrate the [...]

Jo Koy Foundation presents “Hilarity for Charity” at the John Lovitz Comedy Club Aug. 4

Jo Koy will stand up for charity on Tuesday August 4, 2009. The JO KOY FOUNDATION in coordination with the students of Mt. Sierra College are hosting its first huge philanthropic event in ‘Hilarity For Charity’ a stand-up comedy show featuring Jo Koy, along with special surprise comedic guests. The show will take place at [...]

Free Tix Tonight for the VH1 Sober House School of Rock Benefit

THE HENRY FONDA MUSIC BOX THEATER IN HOLLYWOOD
SATURDAY, JULY 25th 7:30PM – 11:00PM!
SEE THE VH-1 SOBER HOUSE SCHOOL OF ROCK BENEFIT SHOW FEATURING PERFORMANCES
BY ACE FREHLEY (KISS),KYLE GASS (Tenacious D), STEVEN ADLER (Guns n’
Roses),MIKE STARR (Alice in Chains), and School of Rock All-Star Bands.
The show will be taped as a live concert event to benefit [...]

After Singing an American Carol, Kevin Farley Dons Directors Hat in Hollywood and Wine

Multi tasking is easy for Kevin Farley – he does it all with a fabulously contagious sense of humor, both on screen and off. And now, actor and comedian Kevin Farley moves behind the camera as co-writer and co-director of Hollywood & Wine, a fall release that takes an irreverent look at an actress struggling [...]

Michael Moore’s Fifth Annual Traverse City Film Festival

Known for his controversial, whistle-blowing documentaries, Michael Moore hosts his fifth film festival in Traverse City, Michigan. 

Traverse City Film Festival, a charitable and educational non-profit organization, returns on July 28th and runs to August 2nd, with what Moore calls the best lineup of movies in its history.
The Traverse City Film Festival has become one of [...]

Athletes Score Big with UPP Entertainment Marketing ESPY Gifting – Suite of Dreams

This year’s 17th annual ESPY Awards ceremony, hosted by Samuel Jackson, will air on ESPN on Sunday July 19 at 9PM, but you won’t have to wait till then to find out who took home the trophies. Who dethroned Tiger Wood’s five year reign as Best Male Athlete and will it be Roger or Raphael [...]

Kerry Simon Introduces A Delicious Exploration of American Cuisine With Simon LA

After successfully collaborating in Las Vegas, Chef Kerry Simon and business partner Elizabeth Blau entered the Los Angeles market with the opening of Simon LA in 2006. If we want to understand Kerry Simon this is where to start. Tucked away inside Sofitel LA, a French and Hollywood-inspired hotel that anchors the majestic skyline of [...]

Three Olives Vodka Bubble Launch Party Hosted by Kim Kardashian at Greenhouse in NYC

The stars came out last night to celebrate the launch of the new Three Olives Vodka flavor Bubble.  Kim Kardashian hosted the event and Erin Lucas of MTV’s The City was on-hand as the celebrity mixologist.  Other attendees included Khloe Kardashian, Lance Bass, Jill Zarin (Real Housewives of New York City), Kelly Bensimon (Real Housewives of [...]

Celebrity Poker Tournament Raises Money for Ante Up For Africa

Academy Award nominee® Don Cheadle and professional Poker player/Celebrity Apprentice Star Annie Duke kept their poker faces on as they hosted the 3rd Annual Ante Up For Africa Charity Celebrity Poker tournament.

Pete Yorn’s “Back and Fourth” on Columbia Records

Written by Susie Salva
Los Angeles resident Pete Yorn has traded in city life for the rolling plains of Nebraska to work on his fourth album entitled, “Back and Fourth”, on Columbia Records with Omaha producer Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes, Rilo Kiley).
Yorn spent two months in a guesthouse behind Mogis’s Omaha studio where he made the new album. [...]

Michael Jackson to be Laid to Rest, Investigation Heat Up

No surprise that over 1.6 million fans registered online for tickets to the Michael Jackson memorial throughout the two-day registration period that July 4th, Saturday, at 6 p.m. A total of 17,500 tickets are available to the general public for Tuesday’s 10 a.m. service. 11,000 will be able to attend the memorial inside the Staples [...]

Playboy Mansion Will Sizzle On August 15th With Hot Summer Nights Event

Playboy, in association with The Hi-Line Group and The Prive Group, will host the Third Annual Hot Summer Nights at Playboy Mansion on August 15, 2009. Benefiting United Breast Cancer Foundation, the party will feature lovely ladies, sensational sounds, a celebrity poker tournament and the 2nd Annual 2009 Concorso Exotica car show. This is the not-to-be-missed hottest party [...]

Playboy’s Summer Fling Party to Benefit TJ Martell Foundation

July 18 is the date for the Summer Fling Party at Playboy Mansion, produced by ellemés international, Southern California’s premier producer of top-tier jet-set lifestyle experiences and escapes and hosted by Playboy Radio’s Jessica Hall and Brandie Moses. The event where a summer fling is as naughty as you want it to be, Playboy’s Summer [...]

Celebs Wine, Dine and Feel Divine at Secret Room Event for the MTV Movie Awards

Sometimes the best secrets are the ones we’re just dying to share. Secret Room Events, in conjunction with SLS Hotel and Andonia Organics hosted a Caribbean Style Retreat at SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The event was held in honor of the MTV Movie Awards and in support of the Downtown Women’s Center, which [...]

Kris Jenner announces Honorees for upcoming 2009 Celebrity Catwalk

Kris Jenner announced the honorees this past week at the Sofitel for the 2009 Celebrity Catwalk. Each year, top celebrities donate their time and talent by hitting the catwalk for the purpose of raising funds and awareness for National Animal Rescue. This fashion show merges the worlds of fashion and entertainment into one unforgettable evening.

This [...]

The Man Behind the Laughter: Comedic Genius, Judd Apatow, Tells All in Exclusive Playboy Interview

What would the Hollywood comedy scene be like today without such iconic figures as Ron Burgundy, the ‘40 Year Old Virgin’, and the legendary ‘Superbad’ duo? With two new films coming out this summer, Year One and Funny People, the writer, producer and/or director of almost every modern funny film, Judd Apatow, is a person [...]

Playboy Gets the Scoop on Alec Baldwin in an In-Depth Insider Interview

From a sticky divorce to the infamous voicemail exposing him to public humiliation, Alec Baldwin has been through a lot in the past few years. And yet, the 30 Rock star with a leading role in the upcoming film, My Sister’s Keeper, has made it through the fire relatively unscathed. Baldwin opens up to Michael [...]

Kevin Sorbo’s Second Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament in October to Benefit A World Fit For Kids!

Actor Kevin Sorbo, widely known for leading roles in the television programs Hercules, Andromeda and many more, will host his second annual Kevin Sorbo Celebrity Golf Tournament  at Dragon Ridge Country Club in Henderson, NV on October 8th and 9th. The event is held in support of A World Fit For Kids! , a Los Angeles [...]

Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open Offers the Ultimate Father’s Day Gift: A Tournament Pro-Am Package

If golf and Las Vegas are two of the favorite things in life your Dad or husband love, this may be the answer for the best Father’s Day Gift ever: The Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas honors dads with a very memorable gift this year: a Pro-Am package to participate in [...]

Top Chefs come Together for Share Our Strength’s “Taste of the Nation” to Feed Hungry Children

This past Sunday, June 16th, Angelinos delighted in the 21st Annual Share Our Strength’s “Taste of the Nation” Festival. L.A.’s hottest chefs and restaurants were all there, united by their passion for flavorful food and helping hungry children. Taste of the Nation Los Angeles is dedicated to raising critical and much needed funds to support [...]

Broadway goes Green

At the recent Tony Awards in New York City, Lipton, who recently launched their new Rainforest Alliance Tea, worked with Playbill to make the Tonys’ edition out of recyclable paper and donated to Broadway Green Alliance for each celeb that left a “green” tip. It was really great to see how celebs are making small [...]

Pool Side Pleasures Abound at GBK’s MTV Movie Awards Gifting Lounge

GBK’s Vintage Beach Chic Theme is a Hit at Annual MTV Movie Awards Gifting Lounge

Celebrities Sparkle and Shimmer at The Palazzo and Simon G’s Spring Bling in Las Vegas

Oodles of celebrities all decked out and bedazzled in sparkling jewels literally shined at The Palazzo Las Vegas and Simon G’s Spring Bling on May 30th, 2009, benefiting the Lili Claire Foundation. This uber-chic outdoor affair, held next door to The Venetian, the world’s largest five-diamond resort, at The Palazzo’s Azure Pool was hosted by [...]

Nigel Barker’s Photography Gives a Voice to the Voiceless with “A Sealed Fate”

You may know Nigel Barker as the charismatic judge on America’s Next Top Model. Yet it’s what this world renowned photographer did in stepping away from the public spotlight and stepping onto the Canadian ice floes that was as inspiring as the subject he photographed. Barker traveled with The Humane Society of the United States [...]

Save the Last Dance for RipLounge.com

A brand new world to hang your virtual hat, RipLounge.com creates a social networking destination that showcases all the right moves in virtual living. RipLounge.com aims to give users a world-class social experience in a virtual world environment.
Co-created by Andrew Stern, who has recently been featured on Millionaire Matchmaker, Andrew also owns Seed Corn Advertising. [...]

Adam Lambert – American Idol Finalist

Written by Susie Salva.
San Diego resident and American Idol forerunner Adam Lambert (27) is perhaps one of the best contestants that the American Idol franchise has ever had…this guy is the consummate entertainer. He is now poised to take the crown of American Idol. Lambert possesses all the ingredients that a mega star needs to be [...]

Celebrity Moms were Celebrated with a Mother’s Day Gift Bag from Distinctive Assets

Many of our favorite female celebrities share that their greatest role in life is motherhood. And the premier celebrity gifting firm Distinctive Assets celebrated our favorite moms by showering them with a bevy of gifts in honor of Mother’s Day. This year, they sought out new, unusual and useful items that made their Mother’s Day [...]

Music Creators Hobnob with Industry Insiders at the 2009 ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo

Excited music creators from all across the U.S. gathered in huge throngs last week (April 23-25, 2009) for the 4th Annual ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo, all excitedly hoping to happen upon a chance one-on-one encounter with a hot-shot A&R, publisher, or manager, gain valuable insight during the numerous panels featuring music industry veterans, or [...]

Fun and Flashbacks at WOW Creations TV Land Awards Gifting Suite

The Seventh Annual TV Land Awards, hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, rolled out the fun while showcasing the best in movies, TV and music at Gibson Amphitheater in Universal City. WOW Creations kept the festivities going as they honored the amusing and star-studded awards show at their gifting suite. WOWing presenters, honorees and performers, Wow [...]

Deborah Gibson’s Gibson Girl Foundation presented “An Evening of Electric Youth: A Benefit to Support Arts Education For Young People”

Good food, good music, and good will converged on a night to remember hosted by Deborah Gibson and The Gibson Girl Foundation on Tuesday, April 28. Hollywood’s hottest celebrities flocked to the Café La Boheme in West Hollywood for a sold-out benefit event for the Gibson Girl Foundation, a charity that awards scholarships to young [...]

10th Annual Polish Film Festival Rocks Hollywood

Poland’s brightest and best filmmakers and actors flocked to Hollywood, the Mecca of cinema, for two weeks at the 10th Annual Polish Film Festival in Los Angeles. The Festival opened with a gala reception and screening at the Egyptian theater in Hollywood of “Perfect Guy For My Girl” directed by Tomasz Konecki and starring Marcin Dorocinski, [...]

Brit Week is Back – through May 16th

Created to celebrate and share all the Brits contributions to Los Angeles, this all- encompassing  British events, concerts, car rallies, plays, art exhibits, business mixers, sporting events, films, shopping, pub and restaurant news. You will be surprised at the breadth and depth of the British contribution to Californian life, from being the biggest foreign investors [...]

8th Annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show & Pet Fair where Celebrities Go to the Dogs for A New Leash on Life

The 8th Annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair is the most unique canine competition in the world and is back this year at Shepard Stadium in Woodland Hills, on Sunday, May 17th.

The Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair will feature something for every member of the family. Highlights include a [...]

Las Vegas Legend Danny Gans Passes Away at 52

Very sad news and a great loss of an amazing talent and all around tremendous person. Las Vegas legend Danny Gans, headliner at Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, passed away last night at his home in Henderson, Nevada. He was 52 years old. He passed away in his sleep, and his cause of death is [...]

Steve Hackett Still Selling Music ‘by the Pound’

Steve Hackett, singer, songwriter and legendary guitarist from early Genesis, continues to record and tour the world with new material and promote his new website, www.Hackettsongs.com.
With more than fifty years of music experience, Steve Hackett is both an expert electric and acoustic guitarist. Taking music to its extreme limits, Steve Hackett has toured the world [...]

Hollywood Turns Green on Earth Day at Distinctive Assets’ Eco-Friendly Gifting Suite

Celebrities played a big part in Earth Day celebrations at the Distinctive Assets‘ “Earth Day in Hollywood” gifting suite, where environmentally conscious A-Listers were given a gift basket filled with eco-friendly products. Designed to spread the word to reduce, reuse and recycle, the gift bags, themselves biodegradable and reusable, held products and services designed to [...]

Cynthia McFadden Sits Down with Paula Abdul on ABC News “Nightline”

Recently, Cynthia McFadden interviewed American Idol judge Paula Abdul on ABC News “Nightline”. In the wide-ranging interview, the award-winning singer discussed her journey to stardom, rumored prescription drug and alcohol use, her tempestuous relationship with Simon Cowell, her thoughts on adding fourth judge Kara DioGuardi, and other projects she has currently in the works. Here [...]

LoveCuresCancer.com asked you to “Take a Chance on Love”

Last Wednesday The Kress hosted the Love Cures Cancer charity event benefiting children with cancer through the J.T. Martell Foundation and the Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles. Love Cures Cancer is a passionate charity working to finding a cure for cancer. Project Ethos and Illuminate Collective joined forces as event planners for the night. Project [...]

Bertolli and Celebrity Chef Rocco DiSpirito honors Kathy Griffin with “Night-In” Celebration

To celebrate Kathy Griffin hosting the 2nd Annual A-List Awards, Bertolli hosted an exclusive “A-List” Night-In event. Held in a loft  in Tribeca (New York City), Chef Rocco DiSpirito whipped up an amazing menu for Kathy and friends.

Distinctive Assets Adds Spark Backstage at Bravo TV’s A-List Awards Gift Suite

Bravo’s 2nd Annual “The A-List Awards” again celebrates the best in pop culture with their entertaining awards show hosted by unpredictable and brilliant funnywoman Kathy Griffin.
This tribute to all things “celebrity” was kicked off by Distinctive Assets‘ backstage gift lounge, where the unique band of presenters, performers and winners were treated to their own best [...]

Planet Hollywood’s Strip House Introduces PEEPSHOW Dinner and Show Packages

Heading to Sin City soon? Here’s another ‘sin’tillating night out you can plan when you escape to Las Vegas. The Strip House (restaurant, that is) at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has teamed up with “PEEPSHOW”, said to be the sexiest new show on the “planet”, to offer two seductively delicious dinner and show ticket [...]

An Evening of Electric Youth with Deborah Gibson to Benefit Gibson Girl Foundation

Pop & Broadway Star Deborah Gibson and Ryan Black’s 88’s Cabaret want to invite you for a fun evening to benefit the Gibson Girl Foundation, with live performances, silent auction and dinner, to benefit the Gibson Girl Foundation awards scholarships to young performers.
Stars from television, stage and film will be there to share in the [...]

Platinum Publicity Added Magic to the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Gift Lounge

Magic was in the air at the Magic Castle, where Melanie Segal’s Platinum Publicity hosted the fun, star-studded Celebrity Lounge recognizing the 22nd Annual Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. No slime here – just adventure, games and charity that ruled the day. The only celebrity gifting lounge for the energetic kids’ awards show, Platinum Publicity showed [...]

Real Men Wear Plaid! Sean Connery and Friends Kick off Tartan Week with “Dressed to Kilt”

The Scots came out to celebrate Dressed to Kilt, the highest-profile Scottish event in the United States. The highly-anticipated event featured kilted gents and plaid-clad ladies strutting their stuff down the runway for an A-list of judges. Traditional kilts as well as fashion-forward garb are showcased in a lavish display of Scottish pride. Honorary Chairman [...]

Writers In Treatment offers REEL Treatment for Addicts and Alcoholics

Writers In Treatment (W.I.T.), a public charity founded by Leonard Lee Buschel, Robert Downey Sr., Vernon Scott IV and Heidi Lloyd is an organization that helps writers addicted to alcohol and/or drugs get effective treatment for their disease. For the next two months, they are offering “The Reel Recovery Film Series”, an eight-week film festival, [...]

Volkswagon helps Celebrate Barbie’s big 5-O in Malibu with the new Beetle Ultimate Barbie Dream Car

Heidi Klum, Khloe and Kourtney Kardashian of “Keeping up with the Kardashians” Lauren Conrad and Lauren Bosworth of “The Hills”, Holly Robinson Peete and pop singer Aubrey O’Day went beachside to help celebrate Barbie® Doll’s 50th Birthday party in Malibu(CA) with a custom life-size New Beetle convertible, fully loaded with rhinestones, sparkling pink paint and a [...]

George Lopez and Stars Come Out in Support of World Kidney Day

Actor George Lopez and his wife Ann, the national spokespeople for the National Kidney Foundation, were joined by celebrity guests at the National Kidney Foundation’s ‘KEEP It Hollywood’ event for World Kidney Day.
With a disease affecting 26 million Americans to date, World Kidney Day is an outstanding yearly event that aims to honor patients who [...]

Platinum Publicity’s Oscar Lounge Encourages People to “Be the Change”

Inspired by Barack Obama’s Call to Action, the Platinum Publicity Oscar Lounge encouraged celebs and other VIPs to “be the change”. Raising awareness for volunteerism was at the forefront of the intimate Oscar gifting lounge held at the upscale hotel and residence The Palihouse in West Hollywood, where the volunteer organization www.USAservice.org was featured. USAService.org [...]

Patrick Melville Brings His Styling Expertise to LA’s Oscar Experience

Patrick Melville, a celebrity hairstylist, brought his fabulous team from New York City to Los Angeles to host “The Oscar Experience” during Oscar Week. Patrick’s team pampered close to 100 clients with extensive hair services and treatments, acupuncture, and facial rejuvenation. Not only could clients receive full hair and skin care treatments, but they also [...]

The Seeds of Hope for The Environment Took Root at the ALIVE! Expo Green Pavilion/MixMedia Oscar Lounge

ALIVE! Expo Green Pavilion/MixMedia Luxury Lounge hosted another amazing green gift suite event, where fun and environmental awareness integrated seamlessly to show how Hollywood’s most environmentally aware stars in their own special ways came out to support our planet through endorsing the health and wellness goodies of the refreshingly conscious sponsors the Green Pavilion Luxury Lounge.

Special Visits
Harry Hamlin stopped by [...]

Sexy New Cadillac Fragrance for Men Ready to Launch

Celebrities love it. People want it. What is it? Cadillac Fragrance for Men. A bold, inspiring new cologne for men, named for the classy iconic American symbol, the cologne represents inspiration, boldness, captivation, and luxury. The Cadillac name holds dear the opulence and extravagance of classic eras past, and combines it with the luxury and [...]

The Secret Room Oscar® Gift Suite Gets Stars Red Carpet Ready

Red carpet style came easy when the Secret Room revealed their pre-Oscar Style Gifting Lounge at the elegant SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. The ultra-exclusive gift suite, benefiting the Downtown Womens Center of Los Angeles, was open to celebrities, select media and other VIPs. A-Listers received fabulous swag, viewed new products, mingled and sampled refreshments [...]

WOW Creations Gift Lounge Benefited “Children Uniting Nations” Oscar Event

Oscar® night was a grand event, and not just for the statue winners. Over 1,000 invited guests, sponsors and celebrities were a-buzz over the  “Children Uniting Nations” 10th Annual Oscar viewing party and the WOW Creations Oscar Lifestyle Gifting Lounge that benefited them.
Children Uniting Nations was the beneficiary of proceeds raised on the eve of [...]

Hayley Marie Norman Gets All Fired Up

Hayley currently stars as Angela in Sony Pictures Screen Gems’ hot new comedy “Fired Up,” in theaters on February 20th. The film also stars Molly Sims, (“Las Vegas”), AnnaLynne McCord (“90210″) and Sarah Roemer (“Disturbia”). Hayley can also be seen in “Trailer Park of Terror” and she just booked a starring role in the action [...]

GBK’s 2009 Oscar® Gift Suite Dazzled the Senses

GBK, a leader in custom, high-class special events and gifts suites, honored the 2009 Oscar nominees and presenters in unique style this past week with their “Circus of the Senses” gifting suite at the gorgeous SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Celebrities and VIPs were invited to engage their senses by touching, feeling, smelling, seeing and tasting [...]

Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite: Pampered Pets and Celebs Alike

To prepare Oscar nominated celebrities for the big night of the 81st Annual Academy Awards, Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite at Studio 944 offered luxurious beauty and spa treatments, IZZE cocktails, and a fashion show of haute couture gowns by designer Pol Atteu. Pets also got some TLC too in the form [...]

The 2009 Film Independent’s Spirit Awards’ On 3 Gift Lounge Topped off the Day

The 2009 Film Independent’s Spirit Awards were held Saturday, February 21, at picturesque Santa Monica, CA. Film Independent is an organization that champions independent film and supports a community of artists who embody diversity, innovation, and uniqueness of vision. The Spirit Awards is the premier awards event for the independent film community.

Kathy Ireland Talks to LATP about her new Company, Fabulous Florals

Kathy Ireland, supermodel, actress, author and enterpreneur, is CEO and Chief Designer of Kathy Ireland Worldwide, a design and marketing firm who’s primary mission is “finding solutions for families, financial, entertaining, home, fashion and outdoor solutions; the goal to make life easier, better and more beautiful for busy people. Her new baby, Fabulous Florals, offers [...]

Valentine Celebrity Romance and “Sneak Peek Oscar Suite” Woo Stars

Celebrities and stars got their romantic fill Valentine’s week while sneaking a peak at the products and fashion that surround the Oscars. Held at the highly-acclaimed and enchanting Café La Boheme, stars of film, television and the world of sports socialized at the fun affair, taking home amazing gifts in the process.

Academy Award Nominees Win, No Matter What, with Distinctive Assets

Even if the nominees don’t win the Oscar, they are still winners in Hollywood. The 81st Annual Academy Awards is fast approaching and all the stars will be out in their best bling and eye-popping fashions to score that prestigious golden boy named Oscar. Distinctive Assets, the mogul of gifting to the stars at all [...]

Fabulous Florals by Kathy Ireland Designs offers the Finest Flowers, Foliages and Plants

Kathy Ireland, world-class supermodel, actress and saavy enterpreneur now brings beauty to the world with her business, Fabulous Florals by Kathy Ireland Designs. Fabulous Florals is an interactive online fresh flower and plant site that offers beautiful arrangements as well as a custom feature to build your own floral display. This multi-talented mogel has focused her talents on making [...]

TONY’S Steakhouse Hosts Celebs and Funds Children’s Hospital LA at Grand Opening

The Sunset Strip welcomed a hot new restaurant called TONY’S and celebs flocked for the grand opening – not just to enjoy the delectable Italian cuisine but to raise funds for the amazing non-profit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Maria Menounos and her foundation, “Take Action Hollywood” hosted the evening and received an honor from Childrens [...]

Edible Masterpieces from Christopher Michael Chocolates Make Valentine’s Day a little sweeter

Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Idea!
Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, lovers are scampering to decide “what would my loved one really like?” That is where Christopher Michael Chocolates comes in. In the heart of Newport Beach, California, Christopher Michael Chocolates is definitely not your ordinary box of chocolates.
These handmade chocolates not only tantalize your palate [...]

Professionals Hang Famously at Financially Hung’s Second Annual Game Day at the Playboy Mansion

The biggest and grandest of football parties in the nation took place at the Playboy Mansion to benefit the California Police Charities on football’s biggest day of the year.

Oscar Nominee Kate Winslet Discusses her Sixth Oscar Nomination and role in “The Reader” with Nightline’s Cynthia McFadden.

Best Actress Oscar nominee Kate Winslet sits down with ABC News “Nightline’s” Cynthia McFadden and shares her thoughts on her sixth nomination and how she prepared for her Oscar-nominated role in the film “The Reader”.
Winslet can currently be seen in her two incredible Golden Globe–winning performances, in “Revolutionary Road” and “The Reader”. “The Reader” could [...]

According to Taylor Atelian

Teen actress Taylor Marie Atelian has essentially grown up in the spotlight, charming audiences for the past eight years of her life on television. What happens now after “According to Jim” ends its run?
After growing up in the TV spotlight for the past eight years of her life, teen actress Taylor Atelian is saying goodbye [...]

Krolling in the NYC with Actress Ginger Kroll

Hot New York actress Ginger Kroll’s been getting some newfound buzz over the last couple months. Could it be because her first studio feature is in Fox Searchlight Picture’s “Notorious”? Maybe so! Ginger stars alongside newcomers Antonique Smith (Faith Evans) and Jamal Woolard (Notorious B.I.G.). She plays sexy groupie, Debbie, who throws a wrench into the couple’s [...]

Play Big at Financially Hung’s 2nd Annual Game Day at the Playboy Mansion

Suit up and get your game on for Game Day at the Playboy Mansion to benefit the California Police Charity on football’s biggest day of the year, Sunday, February 1st, 2009 from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm. You don’t want to be sitting on the bench for this!

THINK PR’s 3rd Annual Pre-Sundance Gift Suite Got the Stars Ready for Park City

THINK PR is always thinking! The stars got to get their swag on in a relaxed manner at THINK PR’s 3rd Annual Pre-Sundance Gifting Suite held at the Muse Lifestyle Group Lounge, a chic nightlife destination in Hollywood, before heading out to Park City. With the idea in mind that they wanted to stand out amidst the [...]

Superstars Present Personal Videos supporting President Barak Obama on Myspace Celebrity

On January 19, 2009 famous celebrity icons such as Aaron Eckhart, Alyssa Milano, Paris Hilton, Anthony Kiedis, Archie Kao, Ashlee Simpson, Brittany Snow, Bryce Dallas Howard, Courteney Cox, Dakota Fanning, David Arquette, Eva Longoria, Eva Mendes, and George Lopez all elected to show their support of the newly elected President Barak Obama by recording a [...]

UCLA’s Spoken Words Opens With Literary Great, John Updike

UCLAlive has featured their Spoken Word Series and premiered the series with one of the literature’s greatest modern men. John Updike sat down onstage with David Ulin, Book Editor of the Los Angeles Times, to talk about Updike’s latest book, writing, and the procession of time.
The first item to be discussed was Updike’s latest novel, [...]

ABC’s Nightline Features McFadden Interview With Best Actress Nominee Meryl Streep

With the 2009 Academy Awards upon us, “Nightline” co-anchor Cynthia McFadden sat down for an interview with legendary actress Meryl Streep, recipient of a record 15 Academy Award Nominations. Nominated once again for Best Actress for her performance as Sister Aloysius in “Doubt”, Streep discussed her role with McFadden as the iron-willed nun, why she [...]

Charities Ruled at the GBK Gifting Suite for the 2009 Golden Globes Awards

GBK Productions hosted their 4th Annual Golden Globes Gift Suite at the 9900 Club (previously known as the Friar’s Club) in Beverly Hills. This year’s GBK gift bag was filled with one-of-a-kind artwork, trendy fashions, accessories, trips health products and beauty products. But the charities ruled the day; GBK’s Gift Suite benefited this years chosen [...]

Illustrious 3rd Annual Access Hollywood Gift Lounge for the 2009 Golden Globes Gives Back

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Bundle Up at Sundance with Kristina Klebe

Actress Kristina Klebe (pronounced “Kleeb”) is known to be beautiful, intelligent, driven and quite worldly. Often complimented on her classy charm reminiscent of past greats like Katherine Hepburn and Judy Garland, Klebe’s demeanor comes from the fact that she spent much of her early life living in various countries in Western Europe including Germany, France [...]

Hollywood celebrates at the VH1’s 14th Annual Critic’s Choice Awards afterparty at the Viceroy Hotel

The 14th annual Critics Choice Awards took place Thursday, January 8th, 2009, and has historically predicted who will make the Academy Award short list.
“Slumdog Millionaire” ruled the night. The low budget film with subtitles and no stars pulled in 5 awards for Best Picture, Best Director (Danny Boyle), Best Writer (Simon Beaufoy), Best Young Actress [...]

Spike Video Game Awards Scored with Distinctive Assets

The 2008 Spike Video Game Awards took place in the midst of this holiday season at the Sony Studios in Culver City. Spike TV hosts the Video Game Awards every year, an event honoring the best of the year’s hottest games in the video game industry. You may have seen all the fun celebrities had [...]

Jane Doe John Doe Creates A Fashion Identity

This past month, a re-imagined Jane Doe John Doe Boutique hosted a launch party to showcase its newest designer lines. Many notable Los Angeles designers were featured alongside finalists from Season 5 of Project Runway including finalist Korto Momulu and winner Leanne Marshall, whose looks are very unique, yet very different from one another. Jerell [...]

Laguna Beach Jeans Lights up the Hollywood Sky with new Titanium Line at The Kress

Laguna Beach Jean Company hosted a huge private bash to commemorate their first anniversary on The Kress rooftop for celebrities and VIPs. The 2009 Laguna Beach Jean Company Titanium Collection of not only jeans but tees, hoodies, and jackets for men and women was unveiled in an electrifying fashion show later in the evening. The [...]

Celebrity Makeup Artist Mo Leaves Blush Behind

Mo caught everyone’s eye while on television this fall. An electric beauty and celebrity makeup artist, Maura ‘Mo’ Lewit has officially been voted off her new Lifetime reality competition TV series “Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist.” Although lucky enough to become one of the ten contestants chosen from around the country, [...]

Distinctive Assets Showers Celeb Families with Holiday Joy

Distinctive Assets, an entertainment gifting company, for the second year in a row is playing Santa in a big way to their Tinsletown favorites. Celebrity parents like Brooke Shields, Courteney Cox, Will Ferrrell, Tobey Maguire, Tori Spelling, Heidi Klum, Jon Stewart, Jennifer Garner and others received a basket a toys, treats and pet accessories in [...]

Jessica Biel’s “Make The Difference Network Raises over $75K for Children’s Hospital

It’s not every day Justin Timberlake’s golfing prowess gets auctioned off, but this night, 18 rounds of golf with Timberlake and golf pro Butch Harmon (Tiger Woods’ coach) were up for bid, along with a walk on the red carpet with Jessica Biel at the premier of her film Easy Virtue, skydiving with a Navy Seal and [...]

Clint Eastwood to be Honored at the Palm Springs International Film Festival

The legendary Clint Eastwood will be presented with the Career Achievement Award at the 20th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. A highly respected director, actor and producer, Eastwood will be honored at the Awards Gala, hosted by Entertainment Tonight’s Mary Hart, on January 6, 2009.
Presented by Cartier, The Awards Gala will salute Clint Eastwood’s [...]

Randall Christensen – Fashion Mastermind behind Dancing With the Stars

Everyone’s watching ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. You love the dancers, you feed off the judges, but who makes them look so darn good?
Emmy award-winning costume designer Randall Christensen.
A little background on this mastermind: Christensen creates and manufactures high-end glamour costumes for television, film, Las Vegas projects, cruise line shows, and the competitive dance world. [...]

Cadillac Fragrance for Men Set to Debut Worldwide

Christmas gift ideas for Men!
Cadillac, the iconic American symbol for opulence and extravagance of past eras combined with the luxury and refinement of today, has captured the true essence of the icon with the brand new Cadillac Fragrance for Men. From the stylish and classic black packaging to the innovative design symbol – a wreath [...]

Kate Flannery from NBC’s The Office Performing live in “The Lampshades Christmas Show”

Kate Flannery who plays the hilarious office drunk on NBC’s hit TV show “The Office“, and her sidekick Scot Robinson perform in an incredible lfunny live comedy lounge act, which will be a Christmas special December 6th.
The Lampshades Christmas Show
Saturday, December 6th
I.O. West (Theater)
6366 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
For tickets please call the Box Office: 323.962.7560 or [...]

Kym Gold-Lubell Launches New Women’s Denim Line Babakul

Former co-founder and co-owner of hot brand True Religion Brand Jeans, Kym Gold-Lubell, has launched a new women’s line, called Babakul. The French word for “hippie”, the Babakul spring/summer 2009 collection consists of trousers, lightweight denim and vests.

Gold-Lubell recently threw an event launching Babakul at her Malibu estate, which drew many famous faces including [...]

Distinctive Assets Hosts Celebrity Gift Suite at Andre Agassi’s 13th Annual Grand Slam for Children

Based on the eclectic group of entertainers it’s no surprise that this year’s Andre Agassi Grand Slam for Children gifts featured diversity.   The backstage performer gift lounge offerings were as individual as the event entertainers. Sheryl Crow, The Killers, Ray Romano, David Spade, and Rod Stewart were expected to be present, and [...]

Ron Howard to Receive Director’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Palm Springs International Film Festival

Who would have guessed, more than forty years ago, when a small red-headed boy stepped onto the set of The Andy Griffith Show, that the child would go on to win prestigious directing awards such as the Golden Globe®,  Oscar® , Director’s Guild of America’s Best Director of the Year? Ron Howard, one of this [...]

A Home For the Holidays Special Raises Adoption Awareness; Distinctive Assets Brought the Christmas Spirit

The holidays are upon us! The 10th Annual “A Home For the Holidays” Christmas special, executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Henry Winkler, is an moving annual entertainment special celebrating the joys of adoption and raises awareness about foster care adoption, one of the nation’s most pressing and underreported social crises.
The hour-long holiday special, which [...]

The 15th Annual Lint Roller Party brings out Celebs to Support Animal Advocacy

When it comes to celebrating the love of man’s (and woman’s) best friend, no city does it better than Los Angeles. The Best Friends Animal Society held its 15th Annual Lint Roller Party at the Hollywood Palladium. The night was a cause for celebration and recognition. The Best Friends Animal Society awarded individuals and organizations [...]

The Dallas Rocks 2008 Benefit Scores Touchdown for Diamond Empowerment Fund

Football great and "Dancing With the Stars" hoofer Emmitt Smith co-hosted with Hip-hop king Russell Simmons, and along Magic Johnson  and others, helped raise a grand total of $320,000 for the Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF), a non-profit international organization that raises money to support education in African Nations where diamonds are a natural resource, and benefits [...]

One on One with Berlin’s Terri Nunn

by Helen M. Ryan
The quintessential “80’s hot chick” and one of VH1’s 100 Greatest Women in Rock, Terri Nunn, lead singer of  Berlin, is better than ever; touring, writing, and on the radio.
As a young girl, Terri Nunn loved music, lived for music.She spent long hours listening to David Bowie, Robert Plant and the Beatles. [...]

Love comes to the Oscars – Celebrity Valentine 2009 Oscar Sneak-Peek Gifting Suite

Have you ever dreamt of having your creation, your designs, your products exposed to the glamorous world of Hollywood and Award Show Gifting Suites? Here is a rare opportunity to get involved and become a part of the hottest Media Machine in the world!

Grab this rare opportunity to show off your best to Hollywood’s Hottest [...]

VH1 Classic Rock Autism Celebrity Bowl-Off

Rock stars, actors and other celebrities are joining hosts, actress Holly Robinson Peete and NFL legend Rodney Peete, to raise awareness for autism at Lucky Strikes Lanes in Hollywood.
In the first fundraising event for VH1 Classic’s Rock, guests will take part in a live bowl-off with their favorite rock stars, while also bidding at [...]

Barry’s Bootcamp for your very own Celebrity Body

Although summer has passed and winter is right around the corner, one shouldn’t feel the need to lag on the exercise simply because it’s easier to hide all the naughty extra pounds under layers of clothes. Like the celebrities who have depended on Barry Jays since 1998 to successfully burn off all their extra calories, [...]

Live Ultimately! Patron Spirits Company Unveils “Ultimat Vodka” with Celebs at The Kress

On a Hollywood landmark rooftop under a balmy evening sky, stars lit up the night as the ultra-premium vodka, Ultimat, was welcomed into The Patron Spirits Company family. Adam “DJ AM” Goldstein, back in business after his fiery plane crash in September, spun tunes as celebrity guests dined on delicious hors d’oeuvres, mingled and danced [...]

Travis Hedemann: Young at Heart Art – For the Kid in All of Us

Inspired by the cartoons from his childhood, artist Travis Hedemann creates happy images for people of all ages. Painting art for collectors and celebrities alike, Hedemann draws upon pop culture and his skills learned from his grandfather to produce uniquely colorful images, as well as tailor make paintings based on his clients’ interests.

A Houston, Texas [...]

Our deepest, heartfelt condolences go out to Jennifer Hudson and her family, for the devastating loss of her mother, her brother and 7 year old nephew. May they rest in peace.
If anyone has any information related to this horrific deed, please contact the FBI.

Distinctive Assets Gifts the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open

Gift bags aren’t just for award shows, as Distinctive Assets proved once again by putting together fabulous swag for An Evening with Justin Timberlake and Friends, which was part of the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. As the 14th celebrity to host this PGA Tour event in Las Vegas, the music star is [...]

Say Hello! to Joe Manganiello, 2008’s Actor to Watch.

Joe Manganiello. Recognize his face, but just can’t place him? Pick one of the many top rated TV series of the past several years, and this highly sought-after actor has probably been on it.
Very rarely does an acting student land a role directly following graduation, but Joe Manganiello, a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native, made the transition look [...]

Rose’s Cocktail Infusions, Official Bar Sponsor for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Rose’s Cocktail Infusions, the official bar sponsor for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios, delightfully provided guests of the elite fashion summit with super tasty and refreshing cocktail mixers during the Los Angeles Spring 2009 Show. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week is one of the largest trend-inspiring events that annually graces the City of Angels, faithfully drawing hundreds [...]

Alice Greczyn Makes Amish Sizzle in the New Film “Sex Drive”

A question Alice Greczyn (pronounced Gretchen) is all too often asked by those so disarmed by her refreshingly honest beauty that they probably don’t know what else to say besides… what ethnicity are you? Put it simply and to the point, she is a mix of European – Asian. Don’t ask for the list because [...]

Tina Turner’s “Tina!” on Capitol/EMI Records and World Tour!

By Susie Salva.    
Capitol/EMI Records has released “Tina!”, the music icon, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and the undisputed Queen of Rock ‘N’ Roll Tina Turner’s  long awaited return, featuring a new 18-track CD and Digital collection of Turner’s top hits, rare live recordings and two exclusive new songs – the definitive collection.
With [...]

Celebrities Turn Heads on the Catwalk at “Runway for Life®”

Fashion, film and fame join forces as top models and celebrities help raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. Big names, big fashion and big hearts lit up Beverly Hills October 11, 2008, as celebrities partnered with Disney at the Fifth Annual Runway for Life. One of the largest fundraising events for St. Jude, [...]

High School Musical 3 Premiere and Afterparty Tickets Available!

Parents, is your child a huge fan of High School Musical? Here is an opportunity to do something memorable for your little loved ones and teach them the gift of giving at the same time!
Available right now, is a RARE special VIP ticket offer which includes 2 tickets to the premiere of “High School [...]

GBK Productions Phenomenal 2008 Emmy Gifting Suite at the Mondrian Hotel

It was luxury at its finest, in the suites of the newly renovated Mondrian Hotel shined on Sunset Blvd. Stars bustled their way through the crystal- clear glass doors. The elevators were dimly lit and smelled of rich oak creating a tingle of relaxation. The gifting suite claimed an entire wing of the hotel and [...]

ALIVE! Green Pavilion Eco-Emmy Suite for a Healthier Emmy Experience!

With the 60th annual Emmy Awards only days away the ALIVE! Expo Green Pavilions Eco-Emmy Suite founded by Patrycja Siewert-Towns and Kim Shimmel buzzed with excitement. High energy filled the suites as many celebrities including Joey Fantone, Ellen Travis, Judy Tenuta, John Schneider, Omar Epps, Josh Feinman, and John Dixon arrived at The Sofitel Hotel [...]

The Cast of Days of our Lives Meets Their Fans at Universal CityWalk

You watch them every afternoon on the small screen, and now you have the opportunity to meet the cast of “Days of our Lives” up close and personal. At the first ever “Day of Days” event, fans of the popular NBC soap opera will have the chance to meet their favorite daytime actors on November [...]

Debbie Durkin’s Main Event Red Carpet Lounge & Green Suite Presents “Celebrity Green Gifting Chateau To benefit The Environmental Media Association”

To honor the 2008 Emmy nominees, presenters and past winners and other celebrities, the green-savvy event took place at the private multimillion-dollar Hancock Park Warner estate. Event producer Debbie Durkin of Durkin Entertainment, Inc. partnered with Platform Media Group and the Green Experts at the Environmental Media Association, and produced a 100% sustainable charity event [...]

WOW! Creations Did Just That at their 2008 Emmy Gifting Lounge at the Renaissance Hotel

Stars and VIPS kicked off the exciting Emmy week festivities with WOW! Creations unique style of celebrity gifting. WOW! Creations, aptly named for their eclectic and lavish gifting suites, hosted a fabulous two-day gifting lounge in the world famous Renaissance Hotel in Hollywood during Emmy week. Heading through the double doors, the guests were dazzled [...]

Hennessy Artistry Hosts Ne-yo and LL Cool J at the Kress

As the sun set over Hollywood Blvd., luminous lights set the pace for an adventurous evening at the Kress, as Hennessy teamed up with Ne-yo, and LL Cool Jay for the “Hennessy Artistry – The Global Art of Mixing” event.  As the red carpet rolled out and VIPs filled the scene, the line wrapped around the [...]

Everybody Wins at the 60th Annual Emmy Awards thanks to Distinctive Assets

They may not have gone home with an Emmy Award on Sunday night, but Distinctive Assets is consoling all of the non-winning nominees in the 12 major acting categories with a “consolation” gift basket.

The basket was given to the nominees on Monday, September 22, 2008 – the day after the 60th Annual Emmy Awards [...]

Emmys, Celebrities and Swag Backstage at the Nokia Theatre for the Presenters Gift Lounge

AEG Ehrlich Ventures, producers of The 60th Annual Primetime Emmy® Awards, hosted today’s hottest stars, including the show’s hosts, presenters and performers, in the (first-ever) Presenters Gift Lounge backstage at The Nokia Theatre. The show’s hosts, presenters and performers were treated to all the fabulous swag that goes along with the honor, during the event’s rehearsals [...]

Erin Hamilton Takes Control of The Billboard Club Chart

It’s a good week for Erin Hamilton as she knocks out Rihanna and takes control of the Billboard Club Chart with her latest single, “Control Yourself,” her second consecutive single to reach #1 position this year on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Chart (September 30, 2008 issue).
After being released with remixes by huge [...]

Top Chefs Converge to Benefit Meals on Wheels at the 26th Anniversary American Wine & Food Festival

 
The culinary event of the year is once again hitting Los Angeles! Combining world renowned chefs, mouth watering food and drink, sensational entertainment and of course a good cause, Wolfgang Puck’s 26th Anniversary American Wine & Food Festival will begin on September 26th and feature three amazing celebrity-infused events to benefit the Los Angeles Chapters [...]

An Eco-Friendly Farewell to Summer

Celebrities and VIPs grabbed their last opportunity to bid adieu to summer 2008 in the greenest, most eco-friendly way possible at the beach in Malibu over Labor Day Weekend. Borden Entertainment and Distinctive Assets teamed up with the Environmental Media Association (EMA) and LA. Direct Magazine for the final party in a series that also included [...]

Hollywood and Jimmy Kimmel Celebrate the 7th Annual Italian Feast of San Gennaro LA

It’s that time of year again, when The San Gennaro Foundation prepares to celebrate October’s Italian Heritage Month! The fun-filled weekend commences Thursday, September 25th with the opening night gala, "Prima Notte 2008", which raises funds for The San Gennaro Foundation’s charitable programs. Hosted once again by comedian and event co-founder, Jimmy Kimmel and fellow [...]

Stars Support United Breast Cancer Foundation at 2008 Hot Summer Nights

The legendary Playboy Mansion, known for it’s lavish and sexy parties hosted the aptly titled “2008 Hot Summer Nights”. When you bring together celeb power, exotic luxury sports cars, sexy Playboy vixens, fashion and music it makes for one sizzling, sultry August night to benefit the United Breast Cancer Foundation.

Stars Entertain in Support of the 3rd Annual Hot in Hollywood Fundraiser

 
The third annual Hot in Hollywood fundraiser brought out the stars who sang, entertained and donated money for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and Real Medicine Foundation. Hosted by America Ferrera, the evening raised over $350,000 in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Rock4Change.Org Launches With Star Studded PSA Campaign

Rock4Change.org was born on the magical day, 08-08-08, inspiring and empowering a new generation of activism through the entertainment industry.
Rock4Change and Novo Worldwide are partnering up to host their first benefit concert at the Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk. The evening will be complete with live musical performances, comedy, dance and presentations by various [...]

Rock Your Religion Teams Up With Backstreet Boy Howie Dorough to Conquer Lupus

The Howie Pendant -a Rock Your Religion piece – was designed to be worn with the cornerstones of Rock Your Religion as well as the principles of the Dorough Lupus Foundation. Those cornerstones include courage, strength, hope and love.
Rock Your Religion’s signature Chi Rho Symbol – representing the Greek phrase En Touto Nika, “In This [...]

Seeing Starz…Mariah Carey and UFOs

Last week, I was standing in an alley in Hollywood, trying to get a picture of Mariah Carey, don’t ask me why, but that’s what I told the cops, and I have to stick by it. While I was waiting in the heat and humidity, I happened to look up and saw something that shouldn’t [...]

Tracy Austin Teams Up For Health

Tracy Austin is no stranger to professional tennis, on or off the court. A petite 45 year old blonde hailing from Palos Verdes, California, Austin won the U.S. Open women’s singles title in both 1979 and 1981 as well as at Wimbledon in 1980, and remains heavily involved with her sports commentating for tennis. But [...]

Remembering Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes

It was a sad and shocking weekend for the entertainment world. First, comedian Bernie Mac died from complications due to pneumonia on Saturday and then word came that musician and cultural icon Isaac Hayes was found dead in his home on Sunday.  As news sinks in of their deaths, LA’s the Place takes a look [...]

Kardashian Sisters host the 6th Annual CUUR/TMG Style LA: Swim & Resort Runway Show

The industry’s top fashion designers and LA’s hottest celebs gathered to attend and showcase their work at the 6th annual TMG/CUUR Style LA: Swim & Resort runway show. The star-studded event held at the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica  to benefit the Facial Paralysis Foundation and Stop the Violence/Face the Music and was hosted by [...]

The Legendary Charles Durning, 85, Gets His Star in the Walk of Fame in Hollywood

Beloved charactor actor and D-Day, World War II hero Charles Durning, 85, was honored Thrusday morning with his star on the Walk of Fame. It was attended by his closest friends, family and stars of old Hollywood and new.
Among the stars attending were actors Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna who spoke lovingly to the crowd about their octogenarian friend. [...]

Groundlings Find Funny From ‘Your Body’

 
They say laughter can heal. And the legendary Groundlings offer another opportunity for you to strike gold with their new show “Your Body and You", which debuted to a sold-out house. Directed by Ted Michaels, the show’s themes bring back “the awkward pubescent years of cracking voices and training bras”. They explain, “The evening’s comedy hopes [...]

Lift MD Aesthetics Showers Bride-To-Be Patricia Lopez

On the afternoon of Saturday July 12, Dr. Garo Kassabian treated TV personality and future betrothed Patricia Lopez and several of her female friends to a bridal shower at his Beverly Hills offices of Lift MD Aesthetics. The all-female event featured mini spa treatments for the ladies, including massages, manicures and facials by Lift.
Dr. Kassabian, a [...]

Stars Celebrate Music and Fashion at the 3rd Annual VH1 Rock Honors Party hosted by Intermix

Hip and trendy retailer Intermix celebrated the 3rd Annual VH1 Rock Honors with an exclusive party to benefit the VH1 Save The Music Foundation at their Robertson Blvd. location in Los Angeles.  
All the hottest celebrities who share a love for music and fashion gathered at this red carpet event. Dressed in their most trendy [...]

The Evolution of Lamar Odom

Just the sight of Lamar Odom, standing a massive 6’10” tall, is enough to stop anyone in their tracks. Seeing him dominate a basketball court at virtually any position – dishing a show-stopping, no-look pass, knocking down a 26-foot jumper, snatching a rebound or throwing down a one-handed tomahawk jam – is enough to leave [...]

The Stars Shine at Sony’s “Hancock” Premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre

The red carpet glittered with stars on as Will Smith, Charlize Theron and Jason Bateman arrived at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood to support their new blockbuster film "Hancock."

The sidewalk outside Grauman’s wasn’t large enough for the red carpet, which had to be set on two lanes of Hollywood Blvd. The red carpet didn’t [...]

Natacha Atlas and the Mazeeka Ensemble Hit it Big with ‘Ana Hina’

International superstar Natacha Atlas has teamed up with "The Mazeeka Ensemble" for her new CD ‘Ana Hina.’ Natacha Atlas is a Belgian singer famous for her Arabic singing fused with modern western music. Her previous recordings have made her name synonymous with world music. Her work with the band Trans-Global Underground became the main influence [...]

Chelsea E CD Release Show at LA Hot Spot Opera

Bubbles, beats, and beautiful people encircled Los Angeles hot spot Opera on Wednesday, June 25 2008 for up and coming pop star Chelsea E.’s  “Greenlight Girl” exclusive album release party. Opera is known for its posh atmosphere, elite guest lists, hot events, and A-list celebrities who attend nightly, making it the ideal place for Chelsea [...]

Dakota Ferreiro Teaches ‘Burlesque Body’ – Confidence is Sexy

Dakota Ferriero may be the busiest performer in town. Her collaborative roster includes Enrique Iglesias, Prince and Maroon 5. She was the headliner burlesque performer for the launch of Victoria’s Secret at Lanoro Lingerie in Europe, featured as a celebrity panelist on Oxygen’s Top 25 Power Couples, hosted by Tori Spelling and Dean McDermott. Appeared [...]

Kaitlyn Anderson – Making Her Mark on Indie Radio

Being an aspiring singer is no easy feat, and trying to make it in Los Angeles is even tougher. Blonde bombshell Kaitlyn Anderson not only has made it from the bottom up – she’s ended up making an impact on indie radio airwaves after only one week on radio.
As a child, Kaitlyn was inspired by [...]

UCLAlive Closes Season with Comedian and Author David Sedaris

Last Saturday, UCLAlive closed its ‘07 – ‘08 season with one of the most endearing humorists of our time. More than anything else, David Sedaris is, what can be described as easily funny. Like a good musician or a superb chef, Sedaris’ comedic skills feel natural.

Choreographers Recognized at the 2nd Annual Choregorapher Media Honors

The 2nd Annual Choreography Media Honors in Association with Dance Camera West honored the craft and art of choreography for the camera on June 13th at the Director’s Guild of America. Presented in conjunction with the 7th Annual 2008 Dance Camera West Media Film Festival ( a month long festival that devotes itself [...]

Celebrity Choreographer Shane Sparks Celebrates his Birthday with Hot Dance Party at Falcon

One of the most talented and innovative choreographers in the business, Shane Sparks celebrated his birthday a bit more low key than has been tradition in Hollywood. Sparks held his birthday bash at the Falcon Restaurant situated on Los Angeles’ historic Sunset Boulevard. 

Ben Affleck Raises Awareness of Crisis in the Congo

We are always hearing about the charitable work stars are doing here and abroad, but we usually never get a chance to see it. This Thursday, June 26, a special edition of “Nightline” will feature footage of Ben Affleck’s most recent trip to Africa. Affleck states that “people should see actors on television doing charitable [...]

New Era and Belvedere Vodka Bring Together Stars to Salute Nelly

On June 23rd, New Era and Belvedere Vodka hosted a celebration to honor the new album release of R&B artist Nelly and his performance in the upcoming BET Awards.
“Brass Knuckles”, Nelly’s brand new album, will be released this August by Derrty Entertainment/Universal Motown. The album is a follow-up to Nelly’s earth shaking “Country Grammar”, [...]

Stars Heat Things Up Backstage at the 35th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards’ Official Talent Gift Lounge

The Official Talent Gift Lounge of the 35th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards took place on-site, backstage at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood during rehearsals on June 19th-20th. Open to talent and media, the gift lounge was fluttered with notable stars including the show’s presenters such as Tyra Banks, Barbara Walters, Susan Lucci, Jack Wagner, and [...]

2008 Dazzling Daytime Emmy Suite Hosted by BriteSmile

BriteSmile® hosted a two-day glam gift suite in Beverly Hills, CA, on June 18-19 to honor this year’s Daytime Emmy Awards.  Among the honorees were television industry’s Daytime Emmy Nominated actors, presenters, major Daytime icons/personalities, film stars, producers and industry VIPS. This exclusion invitation only event had guests get red-carpet ready for luxury services, gifts [...]

The W Los Angeles Wonderlust Live and Sony BMG Present Paddy Casey

Amidst the gorgeous décor that is the Whiskey Blue Bar at the W Los Angeles performed Ireland’s number one artist Paddy Casey. The second show of the W Wonderlust Live tour was hosted by none other than Grammy-Award winning music producer Bryan Michael Cox. DJ Tony Okungbowa entertained VIP guests with hit beats before Paddy [...]

“The Dogs Next Door” Celebrity Benefit for Dogs In Danger

The ravishing “Amazing Race” contestant Shana Wall hosted “The Dogs Next Door,” a spectacular star-studded event benefiting the non-profit animal welfare organization, Dogs In Danger. The Reality Cares’ event was held at Michael Scott’s posh Beverly Park private estate in Beverly Hills, where reality television’s top stars came with families and of course their four-legged [...]

GBK Gifting Suite for the 2008 MTV Movie Awards Hosted at new Kress Center

GBK Productions hosted a gift suite at the soon-to-be-open Kress Event Center in Hollywood, Calif., on Friday, to honor the nominees and presenters of this year’s MTV Movie Awards.

As always, Gavin Keilly made sure that various charities were able to profit. Twenty percent of the proceeds from the suites were dedicated to the Lamp Community, [...]

Starbucks and Secret Room Events Pampered Stars with a Caribbean Style Retreat for the 2008 MTV Movie Awards

Starbucks Coffee Company and Secret Room Events presented a Caribbean Style Retreat in honor of the 2008 MTV Movie Awards. This two day luxury celebrity gift suite took place on the rooftop of a boutique hotel, with exotic furnishings and gorgeous views in West Hollywood at the classic Valadon Hotel.
Open to only celebrities, VIP’s [...]

Platinum Publicity’s 4th Annual Gifting Lounge Celebrates the MTV Movie Awards

Melanie Segal’s Platinum Publicity presented their fourth annual gifting lounge at The W Hollywood Residences Welcome Center, and gave guests a peak preview of what The W will look like when it opens in 2009. While celebrating the MTV Movie Awards by providing celebrity guests with exclusive access to the latest and most sought after [...]

Distinctive Assets Pampers TV Legends at the 6th Annual TV Land Awards

Distinctive Assets, credited for launching the craze of over-the-top celebrity swag at the biggest award shows did it again, with their 6th Annual TV Land Awards Talent Gift Lounge. J. Gatsby Events set the mood by designing the lounge that took place backstage at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. They provided both fun and fashionable [...]

Start Your Engines for the Second Annual Great American Run

Gentlemen, start your engines. The Second Annual Great American Run will kick off on September 6, 2008 in L.A. with a party at the Playboy Mansion, with drivers will set off to cover approximately 3,000 miles on September 7th before returning to L.A. on September 13th. Presented by Cannonball Run World Events Ltd., competitors are pitted [...]

Nylon Magazine and MySpace Bring the “School of Rock” Issue to Life

Every month I get excited when my Nylon Magazine arrives in the mail. My favorite issue is the annual “School of Rock” music issue. The latest and greatest bands are featured and wonderful editorials are on every page.
Nylon, along with MySpace, brought the pages of the June “School of Rock” issue to life. The [...]

Singer Katy Perry Bursts Onto The Set Of “The Young and The Restless” To Promote Her Debut Album

“The Young and The Restless,” is about to get a little bit hotter on Thursday, June 12th because music’s newest “it girl,” Katy Perry, is going to make her acting debut. The “internet darling” will play herself posing for the cover of the second issue of Restless Style magazine on the classic soap.
Not a [...]

Reality Cares Presents “The Dogs Next Door”

“Amazing Race” contestant Shana Wall hopes to help Dogs in Danger by hosting the Reality Cares event “The Dogs Next Door” on June 14, 2008. Celebrities confirmed to attend this event, taking place at the Beverly Park estate of Michael Scott, include Ryan Seacrest, Ellen K, Maria Manounos, Harry Hamlin & Lisa Rinna, Kelly Rutherford, [...]

Montana Tucker Turns it Up

Sometimes you wonder if it is possible for celebrities to really have it all, looks, brains and talent. Usually people assume they have a combination of two and perhaps the third is created superficially… Not the case with multi-talented pop singer, songwriter, actress, and dancer Montana Tucker. This little lady is set to release her [...]

Erin Hamilton Releases New Single “Control Yourself”

Daughter of legendary comedian Carol Burnett and T.V producer/jazz musician Joe Hamilton, Erin Hamilton is making a name for herself with her new single “Control Yourself” (available the second week of June at www.perfectbeat.com) after her recent number one Billboard Club hit, “The Flame.” “Control Yourself,” which was co-written and produced by Scott Anderson [...]

SHARE Ladies Raise over $1 Million for Disabled, Abused and Neglected Children

More than 550 Los Angeles socialites and supporters gathered for SHARE’s 55th Anniversary Razzle Dazzle Boomtown Gala Saturday night at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Good Day L.A.’s Steve Edwards and Dorothy Lucey presented Nigel Lythgoe, executive producer of “American Idol”, this year’s “Shining Spirit Award”. Lythgoe accepted “The Shining Spirit Award” Saturday evening in front of a [...]

Veronica Diaz talks about Life in LA and the Hollywood Scene

LAsThePlace.com caught up with Argentinian-born actress Veronica Diaz, for our Spotlight on Actors feature which highlights the hottest up-and-comers in the business. This South American beauty is one of the few actresses in Hollywood who seem to work nonstop. With recent work on Nip/Tuck, Horror 88, The Chosen One and Jake in Progress, Veronica still has time to keep a balanced life [...]

Janet Jackson Announces Her Upcoming Tour on Her Myspace Celebrity Blog

Janet Jackson has just posted a blog regarding her upcoming tour on her MySpace Celebrity page! She tells her fans that she is quite excited to be touring again, as it has been seven years since she has last been on tour. She has even set up a number, (310) 622-8139, for fans to call [...]

Disney and Broadway Legend Lea Salonga to perform at Walt Disney Concert Hall

Multi-Award winning Broadway legend and Disney sensation Lea Salonga set to perform in Los Angeles at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Best known for originating the role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon, Lea Salonga is also a bona fide “Disney Princess.” Salonga is the glorious singing voices of Princess Jasmine and Fa Mulan [...]

Hyatt Century City Hosts Silver Spoon’s Dog And Baby Buffet

This year, the Hyatt Century City hosted the 4th Annual Silver Spoon Dog & Baby Buffet featuring the latest in luxury baby and doggy products and services.  Such celebrities as Tori Spelling, Shar Jackson, Jason Priestly, Samantha Harris (co-host Dancing With The Stars), Beverly Mitchell (7th Heaven), Marissa Winokur (Dancing With the Stars) and Karina Smirnioff (Dancing With [...]

Anson’s ‘Paul McCartney’ wins Mockfest

Beatles music legend Paul McCartney appeared with newscaster-turned-documentary star Ruth Anson in acclaimed feature “Desperately Seeking Paul McCartney” at Hollywood’s Vine Theater on May 18th for the Mockfest’s closing night screening.
Well, kind of. Let me explain. In 1965 Ruth Anson was a teenage reporter for KABC-TV here in the City of Angels. So when the [...]

The Annual ‘WHAT A PAIR!’ Celebrity Concert Will Benefit the John Wayne Cancer Institute

The sixth annual WHAT A PAIR! Celebrity Concert benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute is taking place on Sunday, June 8, 2008 at The Orpheum Theatre in downtown LA. The show is set to begin at 7:30pm with Red Carpet interviews and coverage set at 6:30pm with an all-starred cast to perform songs from Broadway musicals [...]

Michael Urie & Carole Kane Host Art 4 Life 2

Gina Starbuck of the Los Angeles cast of "Wicked", as well as the members of the American Cancer Society presented the second annual Art 4 Life benefit yesterday evening. Hundreds of Angelinos gathered to witness several performers including the Los Angeles cast of "Wicked", America’s Best Dance Crew’s Fysh ‘n’ Chicks, and Capitol Record recording [...]

The Simpsons Ride Opens at Universal Studios Hollywood

One of the most anticipated attraction launches in history: “The Simpson’s Ride” at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Creator Matt Groening and Executive Producers James L. Brooks, in association with 20th Century Fox Television and the creative teams of Gracie Films and Universal Theme Parks have launched a ride so big, so thrilling that it places guests [...]

Veronica Diaz Brings Her Argentine Flair to Hollywood

Hollywood is the center of the acting world. And the best actors from all over the world bring their talents to Hollywood. Actress Veronica Diaz, a native of Buenos Aires, began her acting career at an early age working with her father who acted in local theatres. Her natural thirst to express her creative talents also [...]

Dancing With the Stars’ Karina Smirnoff in FHM Online’s Sexiest Women in the World for 2008

Karina Smirnoff wowed audiences with her dancing skills on Dancing with the Stars, and now the sexy siren will show off more of her sexy side on FHM Online. The popular men’s website announced last month that Smirnoff was voted #78 on FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women in the World for 2008. [...]

Gwen Stefani Sports Her L.A.M.B. Handbag in Beverly Hills

Fresh off the runway and straight to Beverly Hills, the pregnant, but always fashionable rocker and designer, Gwen Stefani was seen sporting her one of a kind L.A.M.B. handbag on May 14th while shopping at Mui Mui.
The L.A.M.B. fashion and accessories lines are a reflection of Gwen’s unique personal style. The creation of L.A.M.B. [...]

The Pussycat Dolls’ Carmit Bachar on FHM’s Sexiest Women List

You may recognize her as one of the sexy members of the girl group The Pussycat Dolls, but Carmit Bachar is stepping out on her own, having been named by FHM as one of the 100 Sexiest Women in the World of 2008. The title isn’t exactly a new thing for Bachar, who has previously [...]

Crosby Loggins Stands Up for What Matters Most — and Wins

It is really no surprise that Crosby Loggins (son of two-time Grammy-winner Kenny Loggins) was voted America’s fan favorite on MTV’s “Rock the Cradle.” The new reality show was based on nine MTV icon offspring performing before a panel of music industry heavyweights (most notably Belinda Carlisle of the Go-Go’s and Britney Spears’ manager Larry [...]

Cassandra Hepburn in Maxim Magazine Belgium

Cassandra Hepburn graced the pages of the April 2008 edition of Maxim Magazine Belgium with a 6 page pictorial interview.
With a multi-cultural upbringing (being raised in Asia, Europe, as well as the United States), Hepburn began her film career at only 11 years old, with a role in Stephen King’s “The Stand.” After graduating [...]

Hot New Girlicious Group are the New Faces of Sexy Hair

Sexy Hair, known for its hot products to create fabulous sexy hair recently announced their new Sexy Hair Representatives. One of the fastest growing hair care companies, Sexy Hair, teamed up with Girlicious, the hottest and newest group to be the fresh faces for Sexy Hair products. “Girlicious is happening right now and their energy, sexiness and [...]

Simon Cowell, aka “Mr. Nasty” Has His Reasons

Scared. Nervous. Anxious. Yet still excited and hopeful. Those were some of the emotions visible on the faces of 10 young artists on the CBS lot the night of March 26th, as each one held their breath, hoping and praying to survive yet another elimination round on American Idol, the grueling talent competition that has [...]

The 7th Annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair to Benefit New Leash on Life

Dog lovers unite! The 7th Annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair promises to titillate you dearest doggy dreams, with something for everyone. The show returns to Shepard Stadium at Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills on Sunday, June 1, featuring something for every member of the family. Highlights include a howl-larious [...]

GLAAD Awards Honors Media in San Francisco

Next Saturday, May 10, high-profile celebs like Sharon Stone and Focus Features CEO, James Schamus, are set to receive important honors from the GLAAD Media Awards in San Francisco.
GLAAD is the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. Their Media Awards are given to media whose representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community [...]

A Diamond is Forever Celebrates Mother’s Day in NYC

In New York Mother’s Day came early this year, or at least the party did. On May 6, Hollywood’s elite flocked to historic Grand Central Station to help celebrate the opening of the A Diamond Is Forever Floral Spectacular. The chic event was commissioned in honor of mothers, and was designed by celebrity floral designer, [...]

Eddie George Presents EGX Kids Fitness Challenge

Last Saturday, May 3, NFL great and former Buckeye and Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George, presented the EGX Kids Fitness challenge at the Ohio State University stadium. Held in conjunction with the National Children’s Hospital, the event educated kids and parents on how to live a healthier lifestyle.
Participating kids, ages 8-14, spent the day navigating [...]

Sheriff Baca’s ‘Salute to Youth’ salutes Ryan Kavanaugh

The 23rd annual ‘Salute to Youth’ benefit was held in Beverly Hills, California on April 24, 2008.  Sheriff Baca’s Foundation hosted the benefit gala which honored Ryan Kavanaugh, founder and CEO of Relativity Media LLC, at the Sheriff Leroy D. Baca Community Champion Award. At the creatively themed event, “A Venetian Masquerade”, Gerard Butler [...]

Famous Mothers Celebrated by Distinctive Assets

Distinctive Assets is at it again, as they prepare to send out luxurious gift baskets for Mother’s Day. Rewarding famous moms who make working a red carpet, while being a great parent look easy, the heralded gifting company has crafted an amazing assortment of gifts ranging from the unusual to the useful in their quest [...]

Nicole Scherzinger Releases Remake of “Rio” for Caress Brazilian Exotic Oil

In celebration of the launch of Caress Brazilian Exotic Oil Infusions body wash, Nicole Scherzinger (The Pussycat Dolls) has released a remake of the Duran Duran hit, "Rio."
Like Nicole herself, the new Brazilian remake aims to inspire and encourage women to reveal their charm, Brazilian spirits and even their more sensuous sides.  For [...]

Choreography Media Honors set to Honor Achievements in Choreography for the Camera

The 2nd Annual Choreography Media Honors in Association with Dance Camera West is set to honor the craft and art of choreography for the camera on June 13th at the Director’s Guild of America.
Presented in conjunction with the 7th Annual 2008 Dance Camera West Media Film Festival ( a month long festival [...]

Fashion For Life to Raise Money for Friendly House, Honors Lisa Kline

Lisa Kline will receive the 2008 Vision Award on Sunday May 18, 2008 at the Fashion for Life Runway Show hosted by Lisa Rinna, with DJ AM spinning during the show.
Menswear by Marc Callo will be featured at this year’s show, along with So Cal staples from Diane Samandi, Robert Rodriguez and Rory Beca [...]

Young Stars Walk to Raise Money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund

“Life of Ryan” star Ryan Sheckler joined cast members from “Zoey 101", including Matthew Underwood, Erin Sanders, Christopher Recupito Rossi, Brando Eaton, Stephen Lunsford and Marco James for the Third Annual “Kids 4 Kids 5K RUN/WALK” charity event in Los Angeles on April 27, 2008.

The event, which will benefit the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, proved [...]

Joe Francis’ Girls Gone Wild Goes Glossy

Joe Francis, fresh out of prison, launched his new Girls Gone Wild Magazine at Hollywood hotspot Area with a semi-star studded event. The affair was attended by Joe, Dr. Gary Alter from E! Entertainment’s “Dr.90210”, the entire Kardashian clan, Adrienne Bailon from Cheetah Girls, Kristen Renton from "Days of Our Lives", Gary Busey, at least [...]

FHM’s 100 Sexiest Woman in the World for 2008

Out of all the prestigious woman, Megan Fox was picked as FHM’s 2008’s Sexiest Woman in the World. On April 23, 2008 FHM Online posted their eagerly expected poll of the 100 Sexiest Women in the World. For 14 years now, FHM and its readers chose the top 100 most thriving women in film, television [...]

Mariah Carey’s Appearance at Universal Studio’s Citywalk

Mariah graced the Universal Studios Citywalk with her presence yesterday when she donated a few items to the Hard Rock Cafe, and had an autograph signing session for her new CD, E=MC 2. I am thinking that one of the things she donated was a watch because she was two hours late for the event…

After [...]

Gil Cates Jr. Doubles Down for Las Vegas Movie “Deal”

“Deal” is a fun romp through the world of Las Vegas poker. Story centers on an ex-gambler (Academy Award nominee Burt Reynolds) who teaches a hot-shot college kid (Bret Harrison) some things about playing cards. Gambler finds himself pulled back into the world series of poker, where his young protégé becomes his toughest competition. [...]

Distinctive Assets Celebrates Earth Day in Style

Distinctive Assets is doing its part to celebrate Earth Day and the stars who make a difference with “green gift baskets.” The end result is a match made in Hollywood. This unique Gift Basket (the “basket” is actually a tote bag from Ecototables as well as an in-home recycling bin) includes items from companies such [...]

Comedians Join Forces to Raise Money for End Dependence at the Ricardo Montalban Theatre

The famed Ricardo Montalban Theatre in Hollywood is the place to be on Saturday, May 17, 208 as six of the hottest comedians hit the stage for a great cause.
The fundraiser will be a full night of laughs, hosted by Jay Davis (Dane Cook’s “Tourgasm” and Laugh Factory’s “Life of the Party”) and will raise [...]

spcaLA Auctions Off Celebrity Swag

On April 14, spcaLA kicked off their Celebrity Swag Auction on spcaLA’s eBay page. Visit the site and you can bid on fun items like everything in the glitzy Main Event Red Carpet Nominee Gift Bag, which Oscar nominees received this February at the Debbie Durkin’s Main Event Red Carpet Lounge and Green Suite. And [...]

Glengarry Glen Ross Debut Brings Stars for USC Shoah Foundation

On Thursday night April 17, David Mamet’s classic “Glengarry Glen Ross” opened at the Macha Theater in West Hollywood. Stars John Stamos, Nia Vardalos, Amanda Bynes and ‘Entourage’ creator Doug Ellis came out to support the night’s big cause, Steven Spielberg’s USC Shoah Foundation.

 
And Starring 
“Glengarry” is particularly known as an actor’s play. The dialogue is [...]

Celebrate BritWeek 2008 with the BAFTA/L.A. British Comedy Festival

British Airways presents the BAFTA/LA British Comedy Festival and Awards Gala at the Four Seasons on Thursday, May 1, 2008, honoring the best in British T.V. and Film. Twelve T.V. shows and twelve films were initially screened, before being whittled down to the main finalists for each category. The final nominated films and TV shows can [...]

Masterful Mamet Returns with “Duck Variations” and “Keep Your Pantheaon” at the Kirk Douglas Theatre

Starting May 11, Los Angeles fans will have a new reason to celebrate theater. Pulitzer Prize winning playwright and Academy Award-nominated writer David Mamet debuts his newest play “Keep Your Pantheon” on a double bill with his own “The Duck Variations” at the Kirk Douglas Theater in Culver City, CA.
“Keep Your Pantheon” is set in [...]

Backlot Film Festival Brings Out Star-Studded Soiree to Honor Carl Reiner

What brings out such Hollywood legends Lily Tomlin, Dick Van Dyke, Penny Marshall, Rob Reiner, Ann Marie, Nichelle Nicole and Michelle Lee to name a few? To honor Carl Reiner, of course.
Closing night of the 3rd Annual Backlot Film Festival in Culver City brought kudos to the filmmakers and big laughs from historic comedy legends in [...]

John Melendez’s National Lampoon’s “One, Two, Many” Premieres

You may know John Melendez as the shy guy who sits in the corner chair on The Tonight Show and raises his coffee mug to Jay Leno at the open of the show. John Melendez, who has stuttered his way to the top stars in National Lampoon’s latest release, “One, Two, Many” which premiered at [...]

MTV’s “The Hills’” Heidi Montag Launches “Heidiwood for Anchor Blue” Line

The Hills’ Heidi Montag has teamed up with specialty retailer Anchor Blue to launch her new clothing line, "Heidiwood for Anchor Blue."  Heidi premiered her line with a runway show at the ”Heidiwood & Highland Center". Talk about clout! The fashion show featured eight of her looks from the line and the models were the winners of [...]

Britney Spears Manager Talks to MySpace Celebrity

Britany Spears has had more than her share of ups and downs. From her divorce from Kevin Federline, having her babies taken away and her wild antics highlighted on just about every media outlet, one has to wonder where she is headed…
MySpace Celebrity sat down with Britney’s manager, Larry Rudolph, as he talks about Britney making [...]

Shadow Sky Makes a Splash with Hu Energy Fashion

The Hu Energy Pendant is elegant and extraordinary, an innovative piece of jewelry that utilizes Sacred Geometry and radiates loving Hu Energy.  The mission of Hu Energy Fashion’s is to assist you in your own effort to harness your native Chi energy.  Shadow Sky, the creator of Hu Energy pendants, believes that the [...]

Anna Nicole Smith: Portrait of an Icon, Signature Edition

In Touch magazine recently featured “Anna Nicole Smith: Portrait of an Icon, Signature Edition", a coffee table sized book by Anna’s two best friends, featuring never before published photos and stories.  Anna Nicole Smith captivated audiences around the world with her glamorous appearance, unpredictable antics, family tragedy and her untimely death on February 8, [...]

Robert De Niro Opens AGO at the Hard Rock in Las Vegas

The first new eatery to open at the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas in five years, AGO Restaurant held a lavish grand opening on March 3rd. Hosted by executive chef and restaurant namesake, Agostino Sciandri and his famous partner, actor Robert De Niro, AGO welcomed a star-studded guest list.
Recognized for popularizing the Northern Italian [...]

Danity Kane’s “D.Woods” Takes the Entertainment Scene by Storm

Danity Kane, the hot Pop/Hip-Hop group from MTV’s number one show, "Making the Band", is dropping their new album on April 18th and miss Wanita “D.WOODS” Woodgett is ready to break open the hip-hop scene all on her own. All set for a huge media tour, D. Woods is quickly becoming the new face of [...]

Reality Cares Stars Join Together to Raise Money for “Stoked Mentoring”

Jackie Warner of Bravo’s Work Out hosted the reality-star-studded “Tan for a Cause” Celebrity Mixer at L.A.’s hottest celebrity tanning studio, Sunstyle Tanning on 627 Robertson Boulevard in West Hollywood this past Sunday, March 30.

Jimmy Kimmel Hits 1000th Episode

We all thought the game had ended when Jimmy disclosed his special relationship with Ben Affleck, but Sarah Silverman and Matt Damon get the latest laugh in Thursday’s Daily Variety celebrating Jimmy Kimmel Live’s 1000th Episode. Sarah and Matt took out in Daily Variety to surprise Jimmy. Tennis anyone? Trivia bit: [...]

Martin Scorsese’s “Shine A Light” on MySpace

Martin Scorsese’s new film, "Shine a Light", a documentary on the legendary rock band, The Rolling Stones arrives in theatres April 4th. If you can’t wait until then, you can catch an exclusive clip from the movie on the iconic director’s MySpace page.
If you are surprised to hear Scorsese even has a MySpace page, [...]

Winners Announced at the 21st Annual Kids’ Choice Awards

Hosted by Jack Black, The 2008 Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards brought together TV and Film stars that have entertained and left an impression on young audiences everywhere. Taking place at the Pauley Pavilion, plenty of stars were in attendance to accept awards and thank their fans – including Harrison Ford and Orlando Bloom, [...]

Cinema City Fest Honors Military, Spotlights Indie Voice

The Cinema City International Film Festival hosted a mid-year event, which took place at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza on Avenue of the Stars in Hollywood. Stars Ed McMahon, Debra Gibson, Christopher McDonald, Ed Lauter, Jonathan Slocumb, Cuba Gooding, Sr. and Leo Rossi came out to celebrate with festival founders Suzanne DeLaurentiis and Juliette Harris [...]

UCLAlive Brings Home A Little Taste of Winter with Garrison Keillor

If anyone has ever listened to A Prairie Home Companion, they will know that one of Garrison Keillor’s favorite topics is winter itself. His stories, set in Lake Wobegon, Minnesota, frequently involve the brutal cold in which Keillor spent his formative years. Last Thursday, UCLAlive drew this heartland native to the perpetual summer of Los [...]

Lindsay MacFarland Lives Life on the Edge as a Hollywood Stuntwoman

Lindsay MacFarland is a professional stuntwoman in Hollywood who enjoys recapping memories such as the time when she was buried alive in the California desert. "It was challenging but a lot of fun," MacFarland says about an experience that would be terrifying for most people. "Being a stunt double in Hollywood has taken me into [...]

Jerry Yang Teams up with Feed The Children to Feed 4000 Families in Southern California

One of the most inspiring things to watch in this town are celebs who graciously make an effort to reach out to those in need. On March 29th, 2007 World Series of Poker champion, Jerry Yang, is indeed sharing the wealth as he will teamed up with Feed The Children to deliver ten semi tractor-trailers [...]

George Lopez Gets Serious, ‘KEEPS’ Helping Others

TV star and comedian George Lopez put on a serious face at the Hyatt Regency’s Flower Garden as he discussed his life-threatening battle with Kidney Disease. His battle led him to become the national spokesperson of KEEP It Hollywood, The National Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Early Evaluation Program.

Smile Makeover Dentist to the Stars Dr. Kevin Sands

From the moment you step into Dr. Kevin B. Sand’s cosmetic dental office you know that you are not in for your average trip to the dentist. The walls of the creamy and lacquered interior of the waiting room were amply decorated with the covers of many a magazine that the doctor has been featured [...]

Nikki Haskell Uses Her Business and Celebrity Savvy To Help Others Lose Weight

You’ve probably seen Nikki Haskell on her billboard on Sunset Boulevard or on the E! True Hollywood Story of Donald Trump. Perhaps you’ve read about her fabulous parties in Page 6 or People.
For 25 years Nikki has been the face and founder of StarCaps, an all-natural blend of papaya and garlic that helps to shed [...]

Operation MySpace Brings American Troops a Taste of Home

MySpace, the world’s largest social network, brought leading stars to the Middle East last week with Operation MySpace. Talent like Carlos Mencia, Jessica Simpson, the Pussycat Dolls, Filter, Disturbed and DJ Z –Trip gave over 7,000 American troops a taste of home. The one hour version, featuring the concert’s best moments will be nationally broadcast [...]

IZZE Celebrates Laura Wasser with Signature Cocktail

Next time out in Hollywood, if you’re in the mood for a refreshing, new cocktail, put down your boring Vodka & Soda and order up an IZZE WASSER – the latest IZZE Cocktail collaboration between master mixologist Michael Rubenstone and IZZE Sparkling Juice Co.  
The inspiration for this innovative cocktail, renowned celebrity lawyer Laura Wasser, was [...]

Francia Raisa – Chasing the Dream

Latina starlet, Francia Raisa is set to star in ABC Family’s original movie, "The Cutting Edge 3: Chasing the Dream" premiering this Sunday, March 16th at 8 pm PT/ET. Most people know this brown-eyed beauty from one of her most memorable roles to date, starring opposite NBC’s "Heroes’" Hayden Panettiere in "Bring it On: All [...]

Going Hollywood at the “Night of 100 Stars” at the Beverly Hills Hotel

For the 18th annual “Night of 100 Stars” Hollywood celebrities and behind the scenes hot shots, including previous Oscar winners and nominees, gathered under the roof of the Beverly Hills Hotel for an exclusive viewing party of the biggest awards night of the year. Event creator and former music super agent, Norby Walters hosted the [...]

The WPT Celebrity Invitational Brings Out the Stars and Makes History

Hollywood and the poker world converged at the star-studded 6th annual World Poker Tour Celebrity Invitational at The Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. The invitational is the most glamorous on the poker circuit and kicked off On March 1, with red carpet arrivals from Hollywood stars other poker luminaries for a little Texas Hold ‘Em. The tournament was [...]

At Film Independent’s Official Presenters Lounge, The Indie Scene Gets Suite

Some of Hollywood’s hottest stars from the independent film world and beyond got their gift on customizing their own swag backstage at the official presenters gift lounge, at the Film Independent Spirit Awards, one day before Oscars. Taking place under the protection of its famous white tents, the attendees at the yearly beach side celebration [...]

My Lil Star and Black Noir Celebrate Their Mutual Successes

Steve Marcano, Founder and CEO of "My Lil Star" and Flo Anthony, publisher of the brand new "Black Noir", celebrated their mutual successes with celebrity guests including Vivica A. Fox.

My Lil Star knows how to party Owner Steven Marcano founded My Lil Star Baby Products in 2002. It is the first and only minority-owned [...]

Kevin Covais: From “American Idol” to Teen Comedy

Some might remember him for his comebacks to acerbic judge Simon Cowell on Fox’s hit show, American Idol. Some, however, may have recognized at the time what Kevin Covais seems to prove today: those comebacks were merely his sarcastic and dry sense of humor, perhaps the very humor that helped land him a starring role [...]

A-list Silver Spoon adds Delicious Delectables to Oscar “Suites”

In celebration of the Academy Awards, red carpet maven Melissa Rivers hosted The Silver Spoon Ultimate Gifting Experience, at the newly revamped historic venue, The Kress on Hollywood Blvd.
This two-day event benefited My Bag Cares, (www.mybagecares.com) a great alternative to paper and plastic bags. And for every purchase, the company plants a tree on their behalf.  The [...]

GBK Raises $20,000 for Charities Through Eco-Friendly Oscar Suite

The leader in extraordinary special events, GBK Productions hosted their annual exclusive gift suite to honor the nominees and presenters of the 2008 Academy Awards. GBK donated 20% of proceeds from the suite to three organizations including: The Writers’ Guild; Project Nightlight; Educating Young Minds and Leonardo DiCaprio’s Foundation, Global Green, all while celebrating Hollywood’s biggest [...]

Shane Sparks Moves on to Judge Randy Jackson’s Hit New MTV Dance Show

In the 90s, Shane Sparks set out on a journey from his hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio to Los Angeles, California seeking his dream of becoming a well-respected, famed choreographer. It took hard work and dedication, yet the momentum of his career went into warp speed. Over the last three years, Shane has worked on several [...]

Oscar Goes Green at the Alive! Expo Green Pavilion Academy Awards Gift Suite

It was all green and gold in honor of Oscar week at the Sofitel Hotel LA with celebrity guests being gifted to eco-chic products hosted by Alive! Expo Green Pavilion. Guests enjoyed the “greenest” of goodies from all natural beauty products to supplements and teas, baby couture, eco-friendly spa treatments, Fair Trade jewelry and handcrafted [...]

The Celeb Prepares: The TMG/CUUR Red Carpet Ready 2008 Oscars Suite

Stepping into the 1987 time machine that is the Beverly Hilton, stars stopped by a gifting suite devoted to helping them get ready for the red carpets and parties of the 2008 Academy Awards. Attendees took in panoramic penthouse views of LA while exploring gifted products and treatments from the suite’s host sponsors. The TMG [...]

2008 WOW! Oasis Hospitality Suite Gift Lounge Spoils the Stars

Wow was the operative word at the 2008 WOW! Oasis Hospitality Suite Gift Lounge in honor of the 80th Annual Academy Awards. Held in the penthouse of the Hyatt Sunset the views were great, music was playing, the stars were shining, and everyone was having a great time. It was a great precursor for the [...]

Get Glitzed, Go Glam, Give Back! The Belvedere Luxury Lounge for the Oscars

Hollywood was revving up for the 80th Annual Academy Awards by honoring celebrities for the upcoming Academy Award with the now-traditional gifting suites. Belvedere Vodka presented the very elegant Luxury Lounge at the Four Seasons Hotel, aptly named “Get Glitzed, Go Glam, Give Back!”.  It was a phenomenal event with a turnout of over 50 [...]

The Hills’ Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt Showcase “Burnout Paradise” at One Sunset

The Candle Lounge at One Sunset was lit with more than just candles last Tuesday. Stars such as Melissa Joan Hart and the hosts of the party, lovebirds Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt, lit up the room as well.  The Pre-Valentines Day event showcased Electronic Arts’ newest game in the Burnout series, “Burnout Paradise.”

In keeping [...]

Sunkrish Bala: An Actor of Much “Note”

Playing it safe has never been actor Sunkrish Bala’s style. From his days of ducking theatre classes as an undergrad at UCLA, (where a no audition policy is strictly enforced), to landing his role on ABC’s hit comedy Notes from the Underbelly as Eric, a neurotic thirty-something parent at the age of 21, Sunkrish Bala [...]

Everybody Wins at the Oscars with Distinctive Assets

It’s great to be nominated for an Oscar, but only one actor wins. But there is an upside to not winning. Non-winning Oscar Nominees in all the major event categories will receive a Distinctive Assets consolation Gift Basket the day after the Oscar telecast. Nominees who don’t win in the Best Actor, Best [...]

Look Out For Rising Star Justin Chon

If you don’t believe in overnight success stories, then you’ve never met Justin Chon. A southern California native and an avid surfer, Justin made his big splash as an actor only two years after graduating from USC, landing the role of quirky, basketball playing teen Tony Lee on Nickelodeon’s hit show "Just Jordan".
Since his [...]

Celebs Rock Out at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards Talent Gift Lounge

The 50th Annual Grammy Awards Talent Gift Lounge was one of the hottest invites in town last week. Presented by Kinerase and featuring Xbox Rock Band, celebs poured in to pick up hot new products. Some of the talent seen around the lounge included hot stars like Rhianna, Feist, Amy Lee, Ringo Starr, Jason Bateman, [...]

‘Green with Music’ Honors Grammy Nominees with Eco-Luxuries

To honor Grammy nominees this year, ‘Green With Music’ offered the first, all-green gifting retreat. The suite was hosted in the modern eco-luxury of The South Collection. This downtown location can not only boast sustainable design, advanced architecture, and endless views, but it is also the only all green-eco-chic high rise development in LA.  Grammy [...]

Guitar Hero III and VH1’s Save The Music Foundation Party Like Rockstars

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock hosted a pre-Grammy party to benefit VH1’s Save the Music Foundation. This star-studded event took place at the Hollywood hotspot Boulevard3. Among the stars showing their support and gracing the red carpet were: Audrina Pattridge from MTV’s The Hills, Olympic Gold Medalist Tara Lipinski, from the hit NBC show [...]

Rebecca Mader Celebrates her “Lost” Premiere Episode at Whiskey Blue

Whiskey Blue at W Los Angeles is becoming the premier destination in Hollywood for L.A.’s “IT” crowd.  With its provocative design and charged ambiance, the W is able to host a range of ultra-chic events such as Stephen Colletti’s 22nd B-day party at the launch of Vinyl Vixen Thursdays at Whiskey Blue and Rebecca Mader’s celebration of [...]

The Stars Came Out for the Opening of the Broad Contemporary Art Museum at LACMA

It was a night of glamour and glitz as the stars came out to celebrate the opening of the Renzo Piano designed, three-story Broad Contemporary Art Museum at LACMA. This invitation only gala was held in a 22,000 square foot specially designed "super structure," exclusive to the event. Held on Saturday, February 9th, the star [...]

It Takes a Village to Host a Super Bowl Weekend

While the championship game brought Hollywood and New York’s elite and all of the major boys in branding and business to Phoenix Arizona, the real show took place in Scottsdale. It takes a village to host the Super Bowl in your city. The savvy and sophisticated Scottsdale did just that. The host magazine of The [...]

The Suite Side of the Super Bowl

The Super Bowl, like Sundance attracts the major scenesters and celebutantes looking to get their groove, their party and of course in true star style, their swag on. The word on the street, Main Street that is, in Sundance was that swag was a bit tricky at the recent Redford Fest as it was deemed [...]

Celebrities visiting The Gibson Lodge at Sundance

The Gibson Lodge, in partnership with Entertainment Tonight and Getty Images, were a hit with celebrities in attendance at the Sundance Film Festival.

Tom Arnold, Danny Glover, Matthew Broderick, Dennis Quaid, Mischa Barton, Elizabeth Shue, Virgina Madsen, Pat Monahan were among the celebrities to attend the lodge.
Celebrity attendees to the [...]

Success is a Clinch for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion Rigan Machado

Don’t sneak up on Rigan Machado unless you plan to hit the ground. World-famous in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and considered one of the greatest grapplers of his time, Rigan has success in a clinch, and he’s not letting go. His Redondo Beach and Hollywood Academies are one of the leading Jiu-Jitsu centers in [...]

Alive Expo Green Pavilion Proves it’s Easy Being Green

 "Great green" was the buzz about town from everyone who visited Alive Expo Green Pavilion at Treasure Mountain Inn. One of the first suites on the scene and by far the “greenest,” celebrities, film makers and eco-friendly supporters stop by to check out the latest beauty, fashion, health and wellness green goods! 
Tim Daly, Bill [...]

Kim and Kourtney Kardashian Hit the Stoli Hotel Miami

Reality stars Kim and Kourtney Kardashian were spotted at the Stoli Hotel Miami on January 23rd. After enjoying spa treatments at the hotel’s integrated spa, they enjoyed access to the elit Suite, which is a VIP room paying homage to Stoli’s ultra-luxury vodka, Stolichnaya elit.
The sisters capped off the evening by enjoying the talents [...]

From Bloomfield Bad Boy to Hollywood Entrepreneur

Gorgeous men in Hollywood are a dime a dozen. However, Christopher DeBlasio, is not just another pretty face in a sea of celebrities. He has already established himself as a soap opera heartthrob, but now he is currently one of the hottest (no pun intended) up and coming producers in the entertainment industry. 
Christopher was [...]

Voda Spa Pampers the Stars at the Silver Spoon Gift Suite

Voda Spa was the site of the Silver Spoon gift suite celebrating the 2008 Golden Globes. On January 9th and 10th, an elite list of stars arrived for two afternoons of fabulous VIP treatment. With celebrities such as Krista Allen, Ashley Tisdale, Samantha Harris, Lauren Storm, and Autumn Reeser in attendance, Voda Spa provided spa treatments [...]

Nominees and Honorees Announced for the 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards

The nominees and honorees for the 19th Annual GLAAD (The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) Media Awards were announced on Sunday, January 20, 2008 in Park City, Utah.
The ceremonies will be held coast-to-coast; at the Marriott Marquis in New York on March 17, 2008; at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & [...]

Brody Jenner Hosts Grand Opening of The Stoli Hotel Miami

The Stoli Hotel Miami celebrated it’s grand opening last night, with Brody Jenner hosting the festivities while Jordan Laws used his musical talents to serve as the DJ for the event.

Brody, along with his friend, Frankie Delgado, had time to pamper themselves in Miami, taking advantage of spa treatments at Stoli’s integrated spa, and [...]

Access Hollywood Presents “Stuff You Must” Golden Globes Gifting Suite

The leader in entertainment news, Access Hollywood, joined forces for the second time with On 3 Productions, to raise money for the Best Buddies and Lollipop Theatre Network. On 3 Productions has joined the ranks of top tier gift suites who incorporate a charitable factor, all while celebrating what makes this town tick – celebrities. [...]

Linkin Park Q & A in support of “Minutes to Midnight”

By Susie Salva, LA’s The Place Music Critic
Recently, I was fortunate enough to be able to participate in a Q&A through LA’s The Place Magazine with Chester Bennington and Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park.  The band is touring in support of the new album, Minutes to Midnight.  They’ll be launching a North American tour on [...]

Meredith Phillips Offers Cooking Ideas in “The Date Night Cookbook”

As the star of the second series of “The Bachelorette” on ABC, Meredith Phillips is certainly no stranger to the dating world. And as a professionally trained chef, she’s certainly no stranger to the cooking world, either.
Intertwining her lifelong love of cooking and her expertise on relationships, Phillips takes you through 25 different three-course [...]

Financially Hung’s 1st Annual Game Day at the Playboy Mansion

Playboy Playmates and Baywatch stars Brande Roderick, Angelica Bridges and Tracy Bingham come together to host Financially Hung’s First Annual Game Day at the Playboy Mansion on February 3, 2008. 
With some of Hollywood’s hottest athletes and celebrities expected to attend, the Game Day will be supporting the California Police Youth Charities.

Entertainment will include [...]

Groove All Stars: Yamaha’s Renowned Drumming Event

20 of the world’s best drummers will come together on January 19, 2008 for the legendary Groove All Stars Concert, presented by Yamaha Drums. The concert, which is always a hot ticket in town at the annual NAMM musical instrument industry convention, which takes place in Anaheim, is open to the public [...]

EDUN partners with Hard Rock International to Launch Bono Signature Series

Already known for being one of the world’s greatest performers as well as activist, it’s no surprise that U2’s Bono has teamed with EDUN – an ethical t-shirt company co-founded by his wife, Ali Hewson and Hard Rock International to launch a new signature series with proceeds benefiting African cotton farmers and the build trade [...]

CNN Award Winner Pablo Fajardo featured in “Justicia Now”

“Justicia Now,” featuring CNN Hero Award winner Pablo Fajardo, is a documentary about Chevron Texaco’s toxic legacy in the Northern Ecuadorian region of the Amazon rainforest.
More than that though, this film features a group of people, Los Afectados (The Affected Ones) who have enough courage to seek justice for the all the ensuing illnesses [...]

Words on Paper: Advice for Writers from Living Legend, Richard Matheson

In 2004, while I was an English student at CSUN, I had the rare opportunity to interview Richard Matheson about his writing process and advice he had for aspiring writers. Always inspiring, Matheson explains the challenges of writing and the hurdles young writers may face in his generous, straightforward manner.
MR Hunter: When you first started [...]

Six Degrees of Inspiration: Richard Matheson

Who do Steven Spielberg, Stephen King, and George A. Romero all have in common? His name is Richard Matheson and his influence is legendary.
Richard Matheson isn’t exactly a household name. But that’s about to change. With the recent release of the blockbuster hit film ‘I Am Legend’ based on the novel of the same title, [...]

Cynthia Basinet Uncovered

Actress and singing sensation, Cynthia Basinet, knows a thing or two about show business and romance. Her passion-filled music could take audiences to heaven and back on a clear moonlit night. 
Basinet is an ex-Ford supermodel, a mother, an activist, was partnered with a high profile actor in Hollywood, is a Nobel Peace Prize nominated [...]

Celebutots Reign Supreme with Formula Magic

Celebrity babies are everywhere these days and to honor Hollywood’s next generation of stars and starlets this holiday season, Formula Magic has created a Celebutot VIP Gift Bag. Partnering with the top lifestyle brands on the market, this fashion forward children’s sneaker company is helping to jumpstart these famous babies’ foray into the fabulous world [...]

Celebrities Remember to Give at Les Deux

It was celeb heaven, as many stars of TV, Film and Reality showed up for the 2007 Remember to Give Holiday Party. Hosted by comedienne and E! talk show host, Chelsea Handler of Chelsea Lately and this month’s LA Direct cover model Joanna Krupa, this dazzling event was held at Les Deux in Hollywood.

Make It Right: Brad Pitt’s Effort to Help the Residents of New Orleans

Brad Pitt made an appearance this week on “This Week with George Stephanopoulos” to discuss his Make it Right initiative. As a project aimed to help rebuild New Orleans, the name Make it Right was born after Pitt heard former residents of the city plea to help “make this right.”
Pitt’s first visit to New [...]

Heather Marie Marsden Realizes Her Dreams in Hollywood

Setting yourself apart in the highly competitive business of acting is no small feat, as any actor will tell you.  Getting the opportunity to be chosen to audition for a casting director is a privilege.  Heather Marsden knew when she came to LA from Detroit, that she would face an uphill battle. Surprisingly, her determination, [...]

Eddie Kramer Retrospective

EDDIE KRAMER RETROSPECTIVE Hear amazing stories from legendary rock producer Eddie Kramer on December 14th. As the guy behind the sound of some of the most of classic rock records during modern rock’s Golden Age, Kramer is being honored with a Retrospect at Von Dutch LA. Not only did Kramer [...]

The Struts of a Petite Model Turned Author

Before her Model Talk audio podcast and before her petite modeling blogs which gives advice and tips to striving models, and before she wrote a whole book about the struggles of being a petite model, a year and half ago, in mid 2006, Isobella Jade was a struggling homeless-by-choice model who had recently finished the [...]

Joss Stone Releases New Christmas Single

Grammy nominee and multi-platinum singer Joss Stone gets in the Christmas spirit, releasing the singe, “All I Want For Christmas,” a song she recorded in the middle of her big European tour  last month.
Written and produced by Dan Mackenzie, the song came about a year ago when the Emmy nominated songwriter had been commissioned [...]

Dussault Apparel: The Rebel Yell in Fashion

Every generation needs a rebel, and in the world of fashion edgy, Canadian designer Jason Dussault is breaking all the rules with his urban hipster apparel and forward thinking philosophy. Fans of the signature brand are screaming “More, more, more!” and with two recent openings in LA and NYC, the new look of cool is [...]

Presented by Oprah Winfrey, The Color Purple Breaks Records at the CTG/Ahmanson Theatre

With previews beginning on December 13th and the show opening on December 16th at the CTG/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, “The Color Purple” has already broken records with group sales figures already reaching $3.2 million for Broadway’s loved musical.
Based on a Pulitzer prize winning novel by Alice Walker – and turned into a film [...]

The Sensational Alex Harvey Band Rocks On

In 1972, a Scottish singer and song writer named Alex Harvey combined forces with a progressive rock band called ‘Tear Gas’. This combination of forces created one of the greatest rock acts of all time, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band (SAHB). With Alex Harvey (vocals), Zal Cleminson (guitar), Chris Glen (bass), Ted McKenna (drums) and [...]

“From Malibu With Love II” to Benefit Midnight Mission

Some of music’s and Hollywood’s biggest stars will unite to support this benefit concert, cocktail reception and auction, which aims to help The Midnight Mission.
Taking place on December 14th at the Malibu Performing Arts Center, Dick Van Dyke and Fritz Coleman (NBC weatherman) will co-host the festivities.
Live performances by REO Speedwagon UNPLUGGED which features [...]

AMA Gift Suite Goes Socially Conscious

By Jill Blackford
The American Music Awards rock. And GBK Productions’ AMA Gift Suite did too.
Fitting within a “socially conscious” theme, many vendors gifted products (or proceeds) that think about others and not just the bottom line. And GBK donated 20 percent of the proceeds to VH1’s Save the Music Foundation plus auctioned the $30,000+ gift [...]

Death of a Daredevil – Evel Knievel Dies at 69

Famous for his crowd pleasing and record breaking jumps over cars, Greyhound buses, live animals and Snake River Canyon in Idaho, Evel Knievel died Friday at the age of 69.
Although the death may come as a surprise to fans, Knievel’s heath had been deteriorating the last few years from complications due to Hepatitis C, possibly [...]

Joanna Krupa: The Newest Face of Fredericks of Hollywood

Joanna Krupa, July’s 2005 Playboy cover girl and star of upcoming reality show, is Fredericks of Hollywood’s newest face. With a rising career and plenty to be proud of, Joanna graces the upcoming cover of L.A. Direct Magazine and gives readers a glimpse into her life. A Chicago native, Joanna, who relocated to [...]

T-Shirt Politics: Rock the Vote and Social Atelier Launch Society at Kitson

Rock the Vote teamed with the activist designers Social Atelier to create Society, a new line of vote-conscious t-shirts that launched November 13th from 8:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Kitson. Christina Aguilera hosted the event and celebrity attendees included singer Nicole Scherzinger, actress Tia Mowry, singer JC Chasez, actress Kelly Hu, model Caroline D’Amore, rock [...]

Anchor Blue Launches La La Land in Santa Monica

Hollywood shopping came to the beach Friday November 16th with the opening of La La Land by Anchor Blue on the Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade.
Capturing all the essence of the hottest L.A. clubs, La La Land felt more like a lounge than a retail space and allowed guests to feel as though they were [...]

It’s All About Attitude for Tae Bo Creator Billy Blanks

It’s generally difficult for us to keep a positive attitude during grueling workouts, but for Tae Bo fitness sensation, Billy Blanks, it’s just another day and another opportunity to kick butt in the gym and motivate his followers to do the same. Attitude is everything for Billy, and he credits his success on his ability [...]

MR Hunter’s Exclusive Interview with Fitness Guru Billy Blanks

Our own MR Hunter obtained an exclusive interveiws with Billy Blanks. Here he shares his his personal history, passions, insight and wisdom…
MR Hunter for LATP: When did you realize you could help millions of people through Tae Bo?
Billy Blanks: When I started to teach karate, I saw how people wanted to learn a form of [...]

Billy Blanks Amps Up With His New Tae-Bo AMPED Workout

Tae Bo creator and global fitness sensation, Billy Blanks is pumped about his new workout program, AMPED.  Fans and new followers looking to shed some pounds and tone up those stubborn areas are getting AMPED!  Feel the difference in 24 hours, and see the results in seven days with Billy Blanks newest addition to his [...]

Triple Threat: The Office’s Ursula Burton on Acting, Directing and Writing

Made famous by her hysterical role as breast feeding mom, Hannah, on hit television series "The Office," Ursula Burton isn’t content with just getting laughs on-camera, she’s also an up and coming writer/director to look out for.  Her recent short film, "The Happiest Day of His Life" has won seven awards and been a smash [...]

14th Annual Lint Roller Party in Support of Homeless and Abused Animals

The Best Friends Animal Society went green this past weekend as they hosted the 14th Annual Lint Roller Party.
Best Friends Animal Society – an organization which works hard with animal rescue groups and shelters in hopes of eliminating the problem of homeless pets, placed focus on how important it is to treat animals with [...]

Dussault Apparel Motel Creates Unique Shopping Experience on Melrose

Melrose Avenue will never be the same. The Dussault Apperal store, which celebrated its grand opening this past week, blocked off an entire section of Melrose specifically for the star-studded event. Founder, Chairman, and Chief Creative Officer Jason Dussault invited his close friends, Gene Simmons, Criss Angel, and others to celebrate the store opening where they celebrated [...]

IAMX Gives Powerhouse Performance at the El Rey Theatre

For a person experiencing IAMX for the first time, it is an awakening into the beautiful world of dark fantasies. With front man Chris Corner, IAMX executed a short, but fierce performance last Saturday, November 3, at the El Rey Theatre on Wilshire Boulevard. They are on the North American leg of their tour for [...]

Tiffany Shepis On What It’s Like To Be A Scream Queen

Tiffany Shepis (Abominable, Bundy, The Hazing) has certainly made a name for herself in the horror genre, starring in several horror films in the last decade, and recently winning the Scream Queen of the Year Award at Fright Night Filmfest for her role in the upcoming flick, “Nightmare Man.”
Growing up in New York, Tiffany’s [...]

Britney Spears’ Night Out

Diners at the West Hollywood hotspot Mirabelle were in for a treat Tuesday night when Britney Spears showed up with her assistant/cousin Alli Sims, friend/manager Sam Luftus as well as another gal-pal. The outing occurred hours after Britney returned her kids- whom she spent the afternoon with- to ex-husband Kevin Federline. The [...]

Rolfe Kanefsky Makes Audiences Scream Once More

As an acclaimed filmmaker and a prolific writer of horror films, Rolfe Kanefsky uses his immense knowledge of and passion for the horror genre to capture and thrill audiences, always leaving them on the edge of their seat, wanting more.
His newest venture into the horror world, “Nightmare Man,” written, directed and produced by Kanefsky, [...]

Cuties for Canines Benefit to Take Place on November 16th

November 16th will be a very special day for animal lovers as Hollywood’s hottest stars join Bobbi Sue Luther and Jennifer Reuting at their Silent Auction Benefit Party to support the first annual Cuties for Canines benefit.
As a nonprofit organization, Cuties for Canines work hard to stop dogs from being euthanized, with their efforts [...]

Duane Chapman in Doghouse after Racial Slur

Duane Chapman, aka Dog The Bounty Hunter is facing his own woes now. His own son, Tucker, one of his 12 children, who is part of the cast on the show of the same name, recorded a conversation between him and his father, and sold it to the National Enquirer. In the conversation, Dog apparently [...]

Lingerie Art Auction Benefited The Clothes Off Our Back Foundation

Raising more than $120,000 for the charity Clothes Off Our Back, the October 25th Lingerie Art Auction took place at the original Frederick’s of Hollywood.  In it’s 4th year, this star studded event auctioned off corsets designed by some of the biggest names in show business.
Making it Happen
Hosted by husband and wife team actor Bradley [...]

4th Annual Artivist Film Festival to Take Place November 8-11

As the first international Film Festival & Awards to address Human Rights, Environmental Preservation, Children’s Advocacy and Animal Advocacy, “Artivist” is teaming up with KPFK Radio and CURRENT TV to reach over 25 million people from November 8-11.
 

Catching Up With the Bachelor’s Erica Rose

Since filming wrapped on the "Bachelor: Rome", Erica Rose, America’s most infamous bachelorette, has managed to keep a full schedule. In between filming her pilot for a hush-hush upcoming reality show, Erica has managed to utilize her notoriety to create a line of tiaras, yes tiaras, cleverly entitled T-ERICAS.
Erica recently sat down with LA’s [...]

Stars Celebrate the Third Annual Turks & Caicos International Film Festival Caribbean Style

A lovely white beach on the Providenciales Island was the glorious backdrop to the Third Annual Turks & Caicos International Film Festival, held from October 16-21.
The festival, boasted for celebrating the fusion of films and music, gave celebrities and other guests a wonderful opportunity to lounge beachside on the Caribbean while they enjoyed screenings [...]

Starz Celebrate at the Hollywood Awards After Party

Starz Entertainment capped off a week of screenings and presentations at the Arclight Theatre with a bash held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.  On October 22nd, the Starz Hollywood Awards After Party, produced by Joe Moller was held poolside and provided A-list celebrities with a high profile party of celestial proportions. 
 
The Affleck brothers were the [...]

Livin Out Loud Members Reveal the Secrets of Their Success

Members of the band, Livin Out Loud, dish on their musical influences, success, and their current album. Read More in Music…

Livin Out Loud Members Reveal the Secrets of Their Success

Livin Out Loud, a Los Angeles based group, has been breaking down doors and blowing up in the UK, Europe and Japan and and is quickly becoming the one of the most buzzed about groups in the LA music scene. Members of the group sat down to answer questions [...]

Marisa Miller Spills Her Secrets to Fitness Magazine

Marisa Miller tells Fitness about workout routines, diet secrets, and confidence boosters she’s using to prepare for her Victoria’s Secret runway walk on December 4th in New York.
Marisa works with the Peace, Love, Cure campaign to benefit to raise funds for the Young Survival Coalition, a nonprofit built to assist young women suffering from [...]

Steve Miller Band Premiers Film “Live From Chicago”

Sunday, October 7th,  marked yet another momentous and exceptional show by the infamous Steve Miller Band. After their LA concert Saturday night the band, along with Coming Home Media and Blue Rider Pictures, premiered their new film, Live from Chicago, at the Mann Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. It was followed by an after-party at Citizen [...]

Emile Hirsch and Nikki Blonsky to Receive Rising Star Awards

Emile Hirsch and Nikki Blonsky have reason to celebrate as it was announced that the two young actors would each receive a Rising Star Award at the 19th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival. Festival chairman Earl Greenburg made the announcement at a private event at the historic Charlie Chaplin home of Patricia Barry in [...]

Maria Shriver Tells Fitness Magazine How She Stays Peaceful

In the month of November, Fitness Magazine is featuring a woman who comes by her knowledge of life and politics by nature. A member of America’s powerful royal family, a former news anchor and California’s First Lady, Maria Shriver.
Maria shares her wisdom and her ten steps to a healthy mind, body and soul with [...]

Andre Agassi presents his 12th Annual Grand Slam for Children at the MGM Grand Hotel

Mr. Agassi has outdone himself this year with an all star lineup for his 12th Annual Grand Slam for Children in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel on October 6th. The lineup includes hollywood talent such as Matchbox Twenty, Carlos Santana, Jerry Seinfeld and George Wallace to name a few.
Distinctive Assets is putting together [...]

Rachael Lawrence Showcases Her Many Talents on Vh-1

VH1’s “I Hate My 30s” actress Rachael Lawrence isn’t just a pretty face. From TV shows to songwriting deals – this twenty-something phenom is proving to be unstoppable. Rachael Lawrence is young, talented, hot and ambitious. Between her composing, singing, acting, directing, and coaching, she is far beyond a triple threat.
Rachael has lived in a life [...]

NY Fashion Mecca Intermix Opens in LA

Stars walked a pink carpet on their way to high-style heaven, otherwise known as Intermix.  The New York fashion favorite has opened its first West Coast store on Robertson Blvd. just across from the Ivy. (Talk about desirable real estate!)
 
The earliest arrivals to the VIP preview party got the best look at the dazzling [...]

Mix Media Goes Green with Alive! Expo Green Pavilion at the Sofitel Hotel

Alive! Expo Green Pavilion produced by Mix Media Award Suites at The Sofitel Hotel, where celebrities "browse and borrow" jewelry for the red carpet and got pampered at this official Hollywood green event.  Incorporating two elements, its Green Suites featured a myriad of health and wellness services and products and a Madison & Mulholland Swag [...]

Open Your Kitchen to Celebrity Chef Rome

Celebrity Chef Jerome Brown has been a personal Chef to the stars for almost 20 years. His clientele consists of Master P, Colin Powell, Nancy Kerrigan, Priscilla Presley and Shaquille O’Neal.
Chef Rome, as he’s known by, currently serves as personal chef to Clippers point guard, Brevin Knight, but Brevin is not Rome’s only [...]

Variety Announces Upcoming Celebrity Auction Benefitting St. Jude’s Childrens Research Hospital

Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana) Dylan and Cole Sprouse (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody) and Emma Roberts (Nancy Drew) will be just a few of Hollywood’s young stars lending their names- and their time- for an amazing cause on October 6th.
As part of a live auction and celebrity event taking place from noon-3:00 [...]

Kate Somerville’s White Room Emmy Suite

Already popular among celebrities, Kate Somerville’s White Room hosted a spectacular gifting and services suite in honor of the 59th annual Emmy Awards.
Catherine Bell, Sally Pressman, Kate Beckinsale, Kate Walsh, Felicity Huffman, Paris Hilton, Debra Messing, Joley Fisher, Robert Patrick, Simon Cowell, Terri Seymour and Kristen Bell were among some of the celebrities who stopped [...]

Rare Television Interview with Steve Wynn on “Nightline”

Rarely does the billionaire hotel and casino baron Steve Wynn allow television interviews. He spoke frankly with Nightline’s Cynthia McFadden.
Wynn is a visionary and responsible for keeping the Las Vegas strip cutting edge, in this interview he discussed his newest hotel investment in Macau, his thoughts on Donald Trump, his gambling-addicted father and his passion [...]

Better with Age – Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival Grows Up

The six hundred attendees cannot fit into one theater so they are now seated in two, waiting for the screening of a festival entry to begin. The film’s cast and crew, VIPs, and various official dignitaries are all in attendance. In one theater a projector lens malfunctions. In the other, no audio is heard. Festival [...]

Emmy Nominees Bag Sweet Swag at 5th Annual HBO Luxury Lounge

It’s nice just to be nominated, but even nicer when nominees of the 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards are treated to a luxurious day of pampering and goodies hosted by HBO in their 5th Annual "Luxury Lounge" at The Four Seasons on Friday.
Hosted by Media Placement, HBO invited stars of The Sopranos, Big Love, [...]

Durkin Entertainment Rolled Out The Main Event Red Carpet Lounge

Upping the ante in the Emmy Gift Lounge arena was the Main Event Red Carpet Lounge held at the Friars of Beverly Hills.  The Friars is one of the classic Hollywood landmarks that was frequented by the likes of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, and all the old Hollywood greats. It was the coolest [...]

Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge Shined at the Luxe Hotel in Beverly Hills

High atop the Luxe Hotel on the roof deck penthouse overlooking Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Sheer Cover presented Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge. As the celebrities strolled around the rooftop, they were treated to luxury items, drinks and noshes all while enjoying the beautiful view of the Hollywood Hills.  With comfy couches set up [...]

IAMX Comes to LA Full Force in November

IAMX–the name itself rolls off the tongue like an entwined love affair, too breathtaking for the ordinary person.  And like the name, Chris Corner of IAMX entangles his audience in a sort of sexuality barely containable on one auditory CD.
Which is why, with more to offer, IAMX’s second album, The Alternative, is an epicurean charge [...]

Upright Citizen’s Brigade Premieres “Comedy Death Ray” CD

The Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater in Hollywood threw a very unique CD release party to celebrate the “Comedy Death Ray” CD (Comedy Central Records). Comedy Death-Ray is the brainchild of creators/performers BJ Porter (Mr. Show) and Scott Aukerman (The Fun Bunch) which originated in 2002. It is a unique mix of stand-up comedy, characters & [...]

The Emmys Make Celebrities “Green with ENVI”

Kicking off the week celebrating the 2007 Emmys, Hearts on Fire Diamonds and the Environmental Media Association hosted their eco-chic celebrity gift lounge at the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills.  Entitled "Green with ENVI", Eco Bags, a leader in functional, fashionable and environmentally friendly cloth bags were selected as the official bag of the suite.
 
Among [...]

Stars Win in Vegas at the Flirt Salon for the VMAs

Las Vegas is picking up the pace and getting in on the award show bandwagon. Hosting the this year’s VMA’s, the gifting suites followed suite and pampered the stars in Sin City. Rollingstone sponsored the StarLounge beauty, style & gifting suite this past weekend, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, and lots of exciting stars [...]

Everybody Wins at the 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards

As most of Hollywood, not to mention fans of television across the U.S., wait in anticipation to see who will take home an Emmy award on Sunday night, Distinctive Assets goes one step further, preparing extensive gift baskets for actors and actresses nominated in the eight major acting categories (Outstanding Lead Actor/Actress in a Drama, [...]

Groundbreaking “Green” Emmy Lounge Broadcasting Worldwide

In honor of the 59th annual Emmys awards, the Friars of Beverly Hills is gearing up for a three day pre-Emmy charity event. This year’s ‘Green’ Emmy will be the first to be broadcast worldwide. On September 13th, 14th and 15th from noon to 6 pm daily, The Red Carpet Lounge will offer guests a [...]

BAFTA/LA 16th Annual Cunard Britannia Awards

By Susan Yi
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts/ Los Angeles (BAFTA/LA) celebrates outstanding television and film talent at its 16th Annual Cunard Britannia Awards, which will be held in Los Angeles on November 1, 2007.
Among those honored are actress Kate Winslet, recipient of the Britannia Award for British Artist of the Year; filmmaker [...]

Sheer Cover Presents Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge at the Luxe Hotel

Sheer Cover presents Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge on September 13th & 14th on the roof deck penthouse at the Luxe Hotel on Rodeo Drive.  Surrounded by the Hollywood Hills, the lounge will also be raising awareness for the Elizabeth Glazer Pediatric AIDS Foundation.  Stars who attend will be asked to sign the Platinum Emmy [...]

GBK Productions to Take Over the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel for their 2007 Emmy Gifting Suite

GBK Productions moves into the Presidential Suite of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel on September 13th & 14th to present what they are calling their best Gift Suite ever.  Honoring the 2007 Emmy Nominees and Presenters, GBK will offer the stars more than $100,000 in products, electronics, travel packages and beauty treatments.
Winner of BizBash’s "Best Gift [...]

Gary Sturgis: The Sweet Sound of Success

It’s a common story in Hollywood: the difficulties a performer faces in establishing himself in his chosen career. The lucky few, however, defy these daunting odds to carve out a name for themselves in entertainment. An even smaller selection of artists successfully branch out to other pursuits. Gary Sturgis, in-demand actor and voice-over talent, is [...]

The Palms Springs International Festival of Short Films: Keeping It Short and Sweet

The 2007 Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films & Short Film Market is proof that great films don’t have to clock in at three-plus hours. Stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Bryce Dallas Howard, Margaret Cho, James Gandolfini, Louis Gossett, Jr., Kris Kristofferson, Joanna Lumley, Ron Livingston, Wendie Malick, Joe Mantegna, Alfred Molina, Patrick Stewart, [...]

Poison and Ratt Live at the Gibson Amphitheater

by Susie Salva
80’s rock is alive and thriving as Poison and Ratt perform at the Gibson Amphitheater in Universal City. Many music critics wrote Poison off as a flash-in-the-pan, but they have proven themselves with staying power existing for 21 years. Who knew? They had the last laugh.
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Over the thundering amplifier AC/DC’s "Highway the Hell" blasted [...]

Buster and Sullivan Boutique Gives Malibu to the Dogs

The new Buster and Sullivan?s Dog Boutique is more than just another upscale store for those with a pension for pets. It is a small window in to the world of a mother and two sisters who want to help pets as much as they want to accessorize them.

Sydney, Courtney and Chelsea Cicourel celebrated [...]

NBA All-Stars and Hollywood Celebrities Rock the USC campus for the LA Stars 2nd Annual Basketball Game and Carnival

By Brittany Graham
The California weather so well-known for its beautiful sunshine and cool breezes surpassed expectations this past Sunday and did not disappoint the hundreds of people who journeyed from all over the U.S. to attend the 2nd Annual LA Stars Celebrity and NBA All-Star Basketball Games, as well as the adjoining LA Stars inaugural [...]

Stuff Magazine Celebrates Music Issue Weekend 2007 in Las Vegas

National men’s monthly Stuff Magazine took over Sin City on July 28 to celebrate Music Issue Weekend 2007 at celebrity destination Tao at the Venetian Hotel.

Stars such as Haylie Duff (”Material Girls”), Shane West (”ER”), Roger Cross (”24″), Kim Kardashian, and Brody Jenner (”The Princes of Malibu”) arrived in Las Vegas to enjoy the [...]

Joey Junior Purse Mates: The Perfect Accessory for Any Handbag

“Where are my keys? Where is my phone? I can’t find anything in this purse!” How many times have you been in this situation? Well its Joey Junior Purse Mates to the rescue! Joey Junior Purse Mates are the ultimate purse organizers that easily manage purses, handbags, and totes in seconds by keeping everything in [...]

Brock Kreitzburg Runs the Gamut as a Scholar, Athlete, and Olympian

Olympian Brock Kreitzburg’s life could be a textbook case of how the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat are inextricably intertwined. At the same time, Brock also epitomizes the value of dedication, even in the face of adversity.
This lifelong athlete first found success at the age of 8 on the football field, and [...]

Sons of Hollywood, Enduring Friendships

At a young age, David Weintraub, Sean Stewart (son of music legend, Rod Stewart), and Randy Spelling (son of well-known producer, Aaron Spelling) were exposed to the Hollywood lifestyle and the glamour that comes with it. The three were childhood friends and neighbors. Growing up in the business led to their unique personal endeavors.
 
For Sean [...]

D?oh! Yellow Fever Hits The Art Scene in Culver City at Get Inked With Homer Charity Event

At the Wonderful World of Animation Gallery on Thursday night, a young female aide strolled through the crowd holding a clipboard and wearing a powder blue T-shirt that simply read "Homer&Marge&Bart&Lisa&Maggie." The event was "Get Inked With Homer", and the Wonderful World of Animation Gallery in Culver City certainly got into the Simpson spirit for [...]

First Paris Hilton, Now Lindsay Lohan Off to Jail?

Lindsay Lohan was arrested yet again early this morning in Santa Monica, adding to her previous charges for driving under the influence and misdemeanor hit and run in Beverly Hills in May. This scene mirrors the incident in May in that Lohan has been charged with a DUI again. This time, however, Lohan has been [...]

Sex Drugs and Introspection – Rocker Nikki Sixx Opens Up About His Dark Past in “The Heroin Diaries”

The 80’s rock band Motley Crue is legendary for their hard partying past.  If you’ve read their autobiography, The Dirt or seen their Vh-1 Behind the Music, you’re familiar with their outrageous story.  But now comes The Heroin Diaries, a raw and unflinching look into Crue bassist Nikki Sixx’s devastating drug addiction.  Previewing his book [...]

“Captivity” Premiere Party: Cages, Carnality and Controversy

Dubbed many things by film buffs and concerned citizens alike (from a “SAW rip-off” by SlashFilm.com to a “torture porn genre exercise” by The Hollywood Reporter), the film Captivity’s Tuesday night party had even critics calling it “the most interesting premiere party ever.”

The somewhat sick soiree (read: man with four-inch hooks piercing his skin suspended [...]

360 Degrees of Marilyn Monroe

By John Gilmore
Actor, producer, and TV host Harrison Held has helmed a trilogy entitled "The Ultimate Marilyn" dealing with the unique aspects of the star’s life and career. This unique offering features panelists who personally knew Marilyn.  Harrison says, "There are not many left…"  Those featured on The Ultimate Marilyn, including myself, are Stanley Rubin [...]

Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance” Heats Up the Summer

“So You Think You Can Dance” is one of the summer’s hit TV shows. Well into its third season the show is doing better than ever; last week over 5 million people caste their vote for their favorite contestants. The show which pairs up dancers to perform a new style each week has been a [...]

Joey Naber – Not Just Another Pretty Face

By Mona Loring
Actor, director and producer, Joey Naber has found success in several award winning films.  After appearing in the Oscar winning short, West Bank Story, Naber looks forward to a long and successful career in Hollywood. He has worked very hard to get where he is in his career now, and he is [...]

Extra TV’s America’s Most Eligible Bachelor: Philipp Karner

If you haven’t heard of Philipp Karner yet, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open. With his first starring role in a feature film alongside Tori spelling, the romantic comedy “Kiss The Bride” (2007) has catapulted Kamer into the limelight. In June 2007 in recognition of Kamer’s good looks and acting talent, Extra [...]

Janice Dickenson to Host “Reality Cares ?Reality All-Stars? Charity Event Benefiting “Operation Smile”

On June 30th the brightest stars of reality television will join forces with Reality Cares at Joseph’s in Hollywood to raise money and awareness for Operation Smile.  Operation Smile is a worldwide children’s medical charity whose network of global volunteers are dedicated to helping improve the health and lives of children and young adults.  Since [...]

On 3 Presents The 2007 Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards Talent Lounge

In honor of this year’s 34th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards On 3 Productions celebrated our favorite daytime stars of the small screen with an official talent gift lounge. On 3 Productions is a driving force behind the introduction and popularity of celebrity gifting. The gift lounge took place at the most LA of locations [...]

Boom With A View – The Inside Scoop on Debbie Matenopoulos

Two-time Emmy nominee, Debbie Matenopoulos is most well-known as the vivacious beauty who dishes the latest in celebrity news, style and entertainment. As a compelling journalist, talk show host and actress, she has proven herself to be a multifaceted talent in the entertainment world. A regular face on E! Entertainment Television, Matenopoulos not only co-hosts [...]

Jamie Lee Curtis Hosted the 5th Annual What A Pair! Event at the Orpheum Theatre

Jamie Lee Curtis hosted the fifth annual What A Pair! Event at the Orpheum Theatre on June 3, 2007.  Benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute at St. John’s Health Center, a various selection of women spanning all fields of the entertainment business paired off to perform songs from top Broadway musicals. [...]

Melanie Segal’s Luxury Lounge Celebrates the 2007 MTV Movie Awards

Gifting suites are the well-known and well-loved precursor to awards shows. Showing appreciation Hollywood style by gifting the presenters, performers, and VIPs of the television, movie and music industries. And on May 30th and 31st Platinum Publicity hosted Melanie Segal’s Luxury Lounge in celebration of the upcoming 2007 MTV Movie Awards at Le Meridien Hotel [...]

Shane Sparks – The Dance Ambassador

It is one thing to "think" you can dance. It is another to have your name synonymous with the term "dance" itself. Meet Shane Sparks, a young and fresh member of the dance world who is meeting success through his commitment to hip-hop and marriage to dance. Seems like a potential love story at first [...]

Al Pacino Receives the AFI Life Achievement Award

The American Film Institute Life Achievement Award is given out each year to "one whose talent has in a fundamental way advanced the film art."  Based on this criteria, it should come as no surprise that actor Al Pacino was this year’s recipient.  With roles in classic films such as The Godfather, Scarface and Serpico, [...]

The Silver Spoon MTV Movie Awards Hollywood Buffet Honors Celebrities in Eco-Friendly Style

The stars were out at The Silver Spoon MTV Movie Awards Hollywood Buffet on Wednesday, May 30th and Thursday, May 31st. Held at a beautiful Beverly Hills estate, the event went green with an emphasis placed upon natural and environmentally friendly products and services. Proceeds were raised for the Environmental Media Association (EMA), a non-profit [...]

Pamela Anderson Featured in “The Beauty of Magic” with Hans Klok At Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino

On June 2, the Theater for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino (formerly the Aladdin) unveiled its newest stage show, The Beauty of Magic with Hans Klok, featuring international superstar Pamela Anderson.  It is a brand new venue for Anderson.  “It’s always been a dream of mine to perform on stage in [...]

The Cast of “Wicked” Fundraises for The American Cancer Society

The green carpet was rolled out on the evening of May 21st when the Los Angeles Cast of “Wicked” held a star-studded benefit gala at Club Façade-Hollywood supporting The American Cancer Society.  The club’s atmosphere was touched by hints of green; after all it was a “Wicked” affair.   Cast members including Eden Espinosa, who plays [...]

Parker Posey Shines in Hal Hartley’s “Fay Grim”

Hal Hartley and Parker Posey are sort of like the Woody Allen and Scarlett Johansson of the independent film world. With his quirky, trademark style and her alluring beauty and charm, Hartley and Posey have become icons of art house cinema. With a highly regarded body of work between them, it made perfect sense that [...]

Mastering the Art of Giving with GBK Productions

To the outsider, the world of gift bags and gift suites seems like nothing short of glamorous and luxurious, and that is certainly one side to this award-show staple. But behind the scenes, the movers and shakers are doing more than gathering hot products and schmoozing the stars. For entrepreneurs such as Gavin Keilly of [...]

VH1 Presents Rock Honors Week with Celebrations All Over Los Angeles

Rock lives here.
L.A. is rocking all week long in celebration of VH1’s second annual Rock Honors. This year, VH1 honors the iconic and eclectic careers of Genesis, Heart, Ozzy Osbourne and ZZ Top. In a night of mind-blowing performances, Alice in Chains, Keane, Nickelback, Queens of the Stone Age and Gretchen Wilson will pay [...]

The 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards by Distinctive Assets

Distinctive Assets is proud to present its gifting services for this years 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15th 2007, telecast this year from the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Established in 1999, Distinctive Assets furnishes branding opportunities and establishes new products in addition to celebrity placement. Their talents [...]

Los Angeles Film Festival 2007

Where else better to celebrate a film festival than in the celebrity and movie mecca of Los Angeles. Thursday June 21 – Sunday, July 1 Film Independent launches its 2007 Los Angeles Film Festival (LAFF) presented by Los Angeles Times. The festival will once again be hosted in Westwood Village and will feature the best of [...]

The Hotel That Vodka Built: The Stoli Hotel Hits Hollywood

The celebs were out in force to toast the new special visitor in town, as the best-selling Russian vodka in the United States, Stolichnaya Vodka, the elixir of choice for discriminating adults adds a new twist to the mix: the Stoli Hotel, a 10,000-square-foot cutting-edge entertainment space that premiered in the heart of Hollywood on [...]

Sustainable LA at Silver Lake Film Festival 2007 – How Film and Music Can Save the World

Noticed the price of gas lately? Worried about the environment and whether we will continue to have one in ten year’s time? Want to join in on the movement toward saving the earth while keeping your usual citywide focus on film, fun and always getting to a great music festival? It’s your lucky, eco-savvy, fest-finding [...]

Cindy Margolis – The Ultimate Girl Next Door

Los Angeles native Cindy Margolis is a uniquely American success story. Following a meteoric rise to success in which she was crowned “Queen of the Internet” by Yahoo! Internet Life, she was inducted into the 2000 Guinness Book of World Records as the World’s Most Downloaded Woman. She has also been lauded as “Woman of [...]

Paolo Nutini – “These Streets” on Atlantic Records

By Susie Salva Twenty-year-old singer/songwriter Paolo Nutini, a musical prodigy, is nothing short of sensational. Nutini recently released “These Streets,” on Atlantic records a soulfully charismatic effort from this young troubadour. Despite his Italian name, the Nutini family lived in Paisley, Scotland for at least four generations.
This handsome musician has been compared [...]

The 2007 Kid’s Choice Awards Celebrates 20 Fabulous Years With Distinctive Assets Talent Lounge

The 2007 Annual Kids’ Choice Awards held a Gift Suite worthy of its 20 year celebration! In Hollywood, before each awards show appreciation is shown to the presenters, performers, and VIPs of the Television, Movie and Music Industries by presenting them with gifts of thanks. These gifts are always the latest and greatest products on [...]

L.A.?s Own Rick Dees Inducted into the NAB Hall of Fame

Los Angeles. Sunshine, palm trees, celebrities, and Rick Dees in the Morning. A staple of morning radio in Los Angeles for over 22 years, Rick Dees is part of the fabric of this town. For me, starting my day listening to his lively, hilarious radio show all these years in [...]

Sharon Stone And William Shatner To Be Honored At The Rick Weiss Humanitarian Awards

Sharon Stone, Kelly Stone and William Shatner will be honored at the 2007 Rick Weiss Humanitarian Awards.  Held on April 14 in Rancho Mirage, California, these honorees, along with Foundation Founder Earl Greenburg are being rewarded for their tireless charity efforts throughout the year.
The black tie event, now in its 9th year, will be held [...]

Distinctive Assets Presented the 20th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards Talent Lounge

The 20th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards Presenters & Performers took part in the fabulous gift lounge, produced by Distinctive Assets, to celebrate 20 fantastic years of Kids’ Choice Awards on March 31, 2007.  
Known for their lavish gifts at major network shows such as The GRAMMY® Awards, The Latin GRAMMY® Awards, The American Music Awards and The [...]

Hollywoods Hottest Looks For 2007
The Results Are In

In today’s world, you don’t have to live with what God gave you.  With advances in medical science and plastic surgery anything can be tweaked, tucked, nipped, and fixed to your wishes.  But what are the common requests?  Celebrities, Celebrities, Celebrities.  Whether it is Angelina Jolie’s plump lips, Jennifer Aniston’s gorgeous locks, or Beyonce’s bootylicious [...]

Natacha Atlas
A Woman and Musician of the World

Natacha Atlas is proof that it’s a small world after all. Born in Brussels, raised in England, performing mostly in Arabic, and famous the world over, this multilingual singer and dancer has worked with artists nearly as diverse as her own background. In fact, it might be impossible to decide the most impressive aspect of [...]

Melanie Segal’s Platinum Oscar Suite Shined with Diamonds in the Hollywood Hills

Melanie Segal of Platinum Publicity presented one of the most luxurious Gift Suite’s this past weekend in honor of the nominees and presenters of the 79th Annual Academy Awards. Celebrities and V.I.P. media, including myself and LA’s The Place Editor-in-Chief Jane Emery, were treated to fabulous gifts and treats in the exclusive Penthouse Ballroom of [...]

‘Cannoli King’ Michael Parise teams up with Andrew “Dice” Clay in “Dice Undisputed”

Michael “Wheels” Parise, owner of well-known LA catering company Cannoli Kings, is going back to his comedy roots this spring as he joins long-time friend and funnyman Andrew “Dice” Clay in the upcoming series “Dice Undisputed”.
The VH1 reality show, which premieres Sunday, March 4th at 10:00 p.m., will feature Dice as he propels himself out of [...]

Larry King to be Honored by the John Wayne Cancer Institute

Broadcast icon Larry King will be honored with the True Grit Award on April 14th,  2007.  Benefiting the John Wayne Cancer Institute at St John’s Health Center, King will receive this honor at the 22nd annual Odyssey Ball held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.
The True Grit Award was created for those with "uncompromising integrity and [...]

Actor Kyle Davis: The Unexpected Road to Hollywood

Actor Kyle Davis had a lifelong dream since he was a young kid. Ironically, however, it wasn’t acting. “Honestly I never even thought about acting when I was younger,” said Kyle in a phone interview I had with him. “My cousin was an actor and I just thought it was all kind of silly and [...]

Katharine McPhee: The Interview

Katharine McPhee has started 2007 off with a bang. Not only has she released her first album, Katharine McPhee, but it debuted at #2 on the charts, a major honor in pop music.  The much-anticipated record exploded on the Billboard 200, selling more than 115k in its first week!
To top off the accolades, her [...]

Carl Reiner To Be Honored at the 2008 Backlot Film Festival

Writer/Director/Actor/Producer Carl Reiner will be the recipient of the third “Thomas Ince Award” at the 2008 Backlot Film Festival for his outstanding work in the film industry. Previous honorees of this award include Daniel M. Selznick and Budd Schulberg.
The Tribute and Awards Ceremony – being held on April 5, 2008 at the Veterans Memorial [...]

Platinum Publicity Presents Melanie Segal?s Platinum Hollywood Luxury Oscar Suite

Melanie Segal of Platinum Publicity will present the most luxurious Gift Suite to honor the nominees and presenters of the 79th Annual Academy Awards.
The Platinum Hollywood Luxury Oscar Suite will take place in an exclusive Penthouse in an undisclosed location with awe-inspiring floor to ceiling views overlooking the whole of Los Angeles and surrounded by the Hollywood [...]

At the 2007 Academy Awards, Everybody Wins!

The award show of all award shows is quickly approaching. Yes, the 79th Annual Academy Awards will be airing from the Kodak Theater in Hollywood in just over a week. We wanted to share the talented nominees with you, as well as the enterprising company that is putting a special twist on this year’s festivities.
This [...]

Soap Star Takes Her Own Life Drama and Makes a New Splash in Hollywood

Having spent time in and out of the Hollywood limelight, Emmy Nominated Soap Star, Amy Gibson is now taking her own real life “drama” and creating a huge “splash” that thousands of women worldwide are turning to in their most desperate hours of need. Secretly bald for over 20 years, all the while acting in [...]

Art Bulls Run Loose in LA: A Herd for the Charge on Child Hunger

No one would have guessed it is possible to fit over 35 Spanish bulls side by side into the space of one beautiful city art gallery.
Yet there they were- in black, in color, pierced, glued, sprayed, painted, flecked, pinned and filling the main room from wall to wall of Timothy Yarger Fine Art.
Some sweet, [...]

Distinctive Assets Set to Rock the GRAMMY Talent Lounge and Gift Bag

The GRAMMY’s are right around the corner, and as the stars are gearing up for the big day, so are the creative marketing minds at Distinctive Assets. That’s because Distinctive Assets is once again collaborating with The Recording Academy to produce the Talent Gift Baskets and Gift Lounge for the 49th Annual GRAMMY Awards. This [...]

Who’s in the MOOD for Some Dickinson?

The sharp winds and cold temperatures didn’t hinder Hollywood’s cliques from coming out to mingle, especially at Mood, where Ms. Janice Dickinson was holding the release party for the premiere of her show’s second season. The Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency, a promising new reality show on the Oxygen channel, has allowed Ms. Dickinson to reach [...]

GBK Productions’ Golden Globes Gifting Suites Give Back

GBK Productions held its annual Golden Globes Gift Suite in celebration of this year’s Golden Globes’ nominees and presenters. Besides giving stars first access to the latest, most sought after products and perks, the gifting suite benefited Padres Contra El Cancer, Hollywood Habitat for Humanity, Educating Young Minds, Global Green & The AmberWatch Foundation.
The [...]

Katharine McPhee: America’s Sweetheart

Katharine McPhee is officially America’s new Golden Girl. The American Idol runner-up ended her show-stopping year by winning “It Girl” of the Year at the Vh1 Big in ’06 Awards in December.  And with her self-titled album debuting this month, her star-power is showing no signs of slowing down.
At just 22, the brunette stunner with [...]

PURE Pussycat Leaves Guests Purring

Whoever said one nightclub can’t be all things to all people never envisioned PURE. The stakes in Las Vegas nightlife went up on New Years Eve of 2004 when PURE, two stories of nightlife indulgence at Caesars Palace, opened its doors on the Las Vegas Strip. Owned in part by Celine Dion, Shaquille O’Neal, Andre [...]

Nathalie Dubois Set to Dazzle the Stars Once Again at the 2007 Golden Globes ?World Experience? DPA Gift Lounge

Nathalie Dubois will be putting together yet another glamorous gift lounge in honor of the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. Held at the luxurious Beverly Hilton the weekend of the show, the World Style Lounge will give nominees, presenters and attendees an “Around the World” experience unlike any other.
From January 12th to the 14th, guests are [...]

The 2007 Golden Globe Awards; Babel Wins Best Picture

Babel won best drama and Dreamgirls was named best musical or comedy film at Monday’s Golden Globe Awards.
Martin Scorsese won for Best Director – Motion Picture
Forest Whitaker won for best dramatic actor as Ugandan dictator Idi Amin in "The Last King of Scotland. Helen Mirren won best actress in a motion picture for "The Queen" and [...]

Netflix and The Film Foundation Celebrate Holiday Artwork with Orlando Bloom

Today in a celebratory holiday program presented by Netflix, and Martin Scorsese?s The Film Foundation, Orlando Bloom unveiled special holiday editions of the Netflix trademark red envelope featuring stunning, original artwork by some of Hollywood?s leading actor?s and filmmakers, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Charlize Theron, Peter Jackson, Orlando Bloom, and Martin Scorsese himself. The specialty mailers [...]

Carmen Electra Hosts Gridlock New Years Eve 2007

Come out to Hollywood for one of the most amazing New Years Eve celebrations ever! Hardball Productions in association with Flaunt Magazine are pleased to announce their second annual New Years Eve Bash to be held at the world famous Paramount Pictures Studio Lot in the heart of Hollywood. Come join in what will undoubtedly [...]

Adam Beach To Receive Rising Star Award at the 2007 Palm Springs International Film Festival

This year, the 2007 Palm Springs International Film Festival will honor actor Adam Beach with the Rising Star Award for his performance in “Flags of Our Fathers”.? In early October, The Film Society held its annual pre-festival event at the historic Beverly Hills home of Patricia Barry, once owned by screen legend Charlie Chaplin. The [...]

Dazzling Divas of Daytime Gather for a Very Hip Luncheon

What do you get when you gather more than a dozen dazzling divas in a room? How about if you add a scrumptious gourmet menu and a stylish, fashionable purse filled with a bevy of goodies? No, not a knock-down-drag-out catfight worthy of a Daytime Emmy. Instead, you’ll witness good friends gathering for a glamorous [...]

Spotlight on Kristin Holt

If you are a dedicated video game player, you are probably already well acquainted with Kristin Holt. She is the hostess of the hottest video gaming show on television ?Cheat!? If video games aren?t your thing, then maybe you remember Kristin Holt from American Idol seasons one and two. She was the Dallas Cheerleader who [...]

Visual Futurist – The Genius of Syd Mead

After the Great War, that is, World War II, America emerged for the first time as the avant-garde leader of global industrial design. This occurred primarily because Europe’s damaged manufacturing capacity to bring innovations to consumers and the depletion of creative manpower quite literally stunted its position and influence in the huge postwar economic boom [...]

Ghost Hunting with VH1: the Celebrity Paranormal Project

What do you get when you mix ghoul, ghost and Gary Busey? No, it’s not the scariest Halloween costume ever, it’s the newest in celeb-reality from VH1: the ?Celebrity Paranormal Project.?

Similar to MTV?s ?Fear? and the UK’s “Most Haunted,” the ?Celebrity Paranormal Project? places a handful of innocent celebrities inside a haunted dwelling, provides them [...]

Storytelling Revived: “The Moth” at UCLA Live’s Royce Hall

Thursday night, a near-packed crowd bought tickets, paid for parking, and fought claustrophobia-inducing LA traffic to watch six people tell stories. And it was worth it. Meet The Moth: a non-profit New York City storytelling collective that meets every other week to compete for the honor of ‘best story’. A select group of mostly high-profile [...]

7th Annual True Blue Event Honors LAPD and TNT’s “The Closer”

The Los Angeles Police Foundation is hosting it’s 7th Annual “True Blue” Event, Oct. 21st, as a tribute to the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and those who support them. The evening will showcase the Crystal Angel Awards presentation to the four police officers who have demonstrated outstanding community service. [...]

Up Close with “The Closer” Star Robert Gossett

“The Closer” has enjoyed record breaking cable ratings.? According to Media Week 7.6 million during it?s closing finale, making it cable?s all time most watched season finale.? Fans of TNT?s late night crime drama know and enjoy watching actor Robert Gossett as Captain Taylor, colleague and nemesis to Deputy Chief Brenda Johnson (played by Kyra [...]

Pieces of Hollywood for Sale

Fan?s of Hollywood?s hottest hit shows now have the opportunity to directly purchase some of the actual items worn and used by favorite stars through Starstyle.com ? a groundbreaking website launched less than a year ago and quickly gaining fame with to date over one million visitors attracted to the site.
Starstyle features a variety of [...]

Fresh Faces of Fashion Kicks Off at the W Hotel

Fashionista?s and designer groupies alike stepped out in style for Gen Art?s LA Fashion Week party at the always fabulous W Hotel in Westwood. Guests strolled through the W?s sparkling terrace courtyard, rubbing elbows with up and coming designers for a sneak peak at coveted fashion week sketches. Featured designers that will be showcasing their [...]

The 3rd Annual Artivist Film Festival: Uniting the Artistic, Activist, & Progressive Global Community

The 3rd Annual Artivist Film Festival, and The 2006 Artivist Awards will take place November 9-12, 2006 at the renowned Egyptian Theatre in the heart of Hollywood.
ARTIVIST is the 1st international Film Festival dedicated to addressing Human Rights, Children’s Advocacy, Environmental Preservation, and Animal Rights. Its mission is to strengthen the voice of international activist [...]

Matt LeBlanc Hosts the Jeremy McGrath Invitational For NBC

At the press conference, Jeremy McGrath spoke on the upcoming “Jeremy McGrath Invitational”. “We’re excited about this event, it’s been a long time in the making” said Jeremy. It’s been an idea of mine since I was a little kid, some type of a big track, a litte bit unique”.
I’d say unique. Taking place October [...]

“Comics Unleashed” You’ve Never Heard Comedy Like This Before

It was a night of comedy on the Sunset Strip as Hollywood came out to celebrate the premier of Byron Allen’s new show, "Comics Unleashed". Held on set at the Sunset Gower Studios, celebrity guests, industry VIP’s and the media celebrated the premiere of the ‘ultimate comedy show’. Guests mingled among the show’s set as [...]

Apprentice Winner Randal Pinkett on Working for Donald Trump

Randal Pinkett achieved victory and won the coveted title of Apprentice and now works for Donald Trump. Randal shared his thoughts on the show, what it?s like to work for the Donald and the heartbreak he endured in the midst of the process. He also shares his vision for uplifting communities and giving back.
JE: What [...]

Derek Sherinian – Blood of the Snake

Keyboard great Derek Sherinian has just launched his fifth solo CD, “Blood of the Snake”. Sherinian unleashes a true metal CD with an underlying progressive song structure that seems to enforce level ten playing from his famous comrades. Put out by the famous Inside-Out Music Company, Sherinian enlisted help from the best players in the [...]

EXTRA Celebrates TV’s Finest With the 2006 Emmy Awards Lounge

Hollywood enjoyed a day out at "Extra’s" Emmy Awards Suite at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles. Just days before they hit the red carpet for television’s biggest night, TV personalities, award nominees, and the media came to celebrate the 2006 Emmy Awards in style with a day of luxurious gifts, delicious [...]

Celebrities, Swag and the Taxman: Timing is Everything

In light of all we?ve been reading AND hearing about lately – concerning celebrities and their Swag ? along comes a company that seems to have perfect timing, Swag Is Good.
Swag Is Good, which will officially make its launch in October 2006, is an exclusive matchmaking service for merchants and celebrities. It is also [...]

The 2006 Platinum Luxury Suites Builds Emmy Excitement

Melanie Segal’s Platinum Publicity hosted the Platinum Luxury 2006 Emmy Suites in honor of the Emmy’s and MTV Video Music Awards. Held at the Le Meridian Hotel in Beverly Hills, celebrities, vip’s and the media shared in the exuberance. Some of today’s hottest celebs came out to have some fun, taste some wine, and collect [...]

Straight to the Top with Chef Dave Martin

Cooking and fine dining have hit the big time, and the proof is in the pudding– or, rather, the foie gras, shaved truffles, and seared scallops. Chefs are the new rock stars, and as with the music business, the search is always on for the next great undiscovered talent. Emerging from the first season of [...]



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