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May 7, 2016By Kimberly Alsup As a Sonya’s Spotlight Blogger, I was excited to dial into a Tele-Press conference with Drew Sidora, Joyful Drake, Redaric Williams, Kisa Wills, Writer: Rhonda Baraka, and Executive-in-Charge of Scripted Programming from TV One’s CHASING WATERFALLS, which premiered Mother’s Day, May, 8 at 7 pm. During the call, I was given the synopsis, and explored the subjects pertaining to the storyline in CHASING WATERFALLS. CAST: Olivia: Drew Sidora (The Game, Sister Code) Salma Barrie: Jasmine Guy (A Different World) Cabot: Redaric Williams (The Young and The Restless) Doreen: Joyful Drake (Let’s Stay Together, Jane the Virgin) Quincy: Tim Reid (Sister Sister, Treme) Coco: Kisa Williams (Precious) Hiram: Daniel May (Being Mary Jane) Kelly Price: Kelly Price (R&B Divas) ABOUT CHASING WATERFALLS: Chasing Waterfalls navigates the treachous cut throat waters of the fashion industry, while teaching viewers the importance of obedience, faithfulness, hope, and God’s grace. The story follows the journey of Olivia, an inspiring fashion designer who is striving for success while working for Salma Barrie, the owner of a once fruitful clothing brand. As she jumps at the opportunity to become the new fashion “It Girl”, Olivia must balance her family responsibilities, especially the caring for her aging father Quincy and troublesome sister Coco. As a result of Salma Barrie’s lead designer Hiram defecting to launch a high-profile competing line, Olivia is given the opportunity to help her suffering firm by introducing her own designs. Her life quickly spirals out-of-control as she takes advantage of and hurts the people who helped her along the way including her closet ally, Salma’s son Cabot. Matters become dire when Salma’s daughter hatches her own plan for the company. Salma, who though pleased with the success of the brand, allows her jealousy towards Olivia to nearly bring the fashion …
Posted in Coachella Highlight | Leave a commentKerry Washington Debuts Baby Bump on the 2016 Met Gala Red Carpet
May 3, 2016Kerry Washington debuted her baby bump at Monday’s Met Gala, held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday in New York City. This year’s theme celebrates the museum’s Costume Institute exhibition “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology,” which explores the intersection of haute couture and machine-made fashion. The Scandal star was glowing in a sequined Marc Jacobs gown with a thigh-high slit, which was paired with sheer polka dot gloves and a new purple ‘do. She attended last year’s red carpet in a pink satin Prada ball gown and Harry Winston jewelry. Source URL: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/kerry-washingtons-met-gala-2016-887922
Posted in In The Spotlight | Leave a commentSaints & Sinners Season Finale Becomes Bounce TV’s Most-Watched Program Ever
April 27, 2016SAINTS & SINNERS IS A SMASH HIT SEASON 2 RETURNS 1ST QUARTER OF 2017 Climactic Episode Reaches 1.4 Million Viewers CAST ATTENDS SPECIAL SEASON FINALE VIEWING PARTY IN LOS ANGELES Bounce TV’s first-ever original drama series Saints & Sinners was a smash-hit success on all fronts and the show’s inaugural season finished with a bang Sunday, April 24. The shocking finale became Bounce TV’s most-watched program in its nearly five year history.The eighth episode premiere telecasts Sunday night reached 1.4 million unduplicated viewers. Please click here for more ratings information. To celebrate the success of the first season of Saints & Sinners, members from the cast and crew of Bounce TV’s first original drama gathered at The Man Cave Sports Bar & Lounge in Los Angeles for a special season finale viewing party. MEMBERS OF THE SAINTS & SINNERS CAST AND CREW ATTEND SPECIAL SEASON FINALE VIEWING PARTY IN LOS ANGELES Photos by Earl Gibson, III
Posted in Coachella Highlight | Leave a commentCaptain America: Civil War in theaters May 6 – View Photos From Team Cap Beijing Visit
April 27, 2016SYNOPSIS: Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” finds Steve Rogers leading the newly formed team of Avengers in their continued efforts to safeguard humanity. But after another incident involving the Avengers results in collateral damage, political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability, headed by a governing body to oversee and direct the team. The new status quo fractures the Avengers, resulting in two camps—one led by Steve Rogers and his desire for the Avengers to remain free to defend humanity without government interference, and the other following Tony Stark’s surprising decision to support government oversight and accountability. Get ready to pick a side and join the nonstop action playing out on two fronts when Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War” opens in U.S. theaters on May 6, 2016. Cast: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Emily VanCamp, Don Cheadle, Jeremy Renner, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Frank Grillo, with William Hurt and Daniel Brühl Directors: Anthony & Joe Russo Producer: Kevin Feige Executive Producers: Louis D’Esposito, Alan Fine, Victoria Alonso, Patricia Whitcher, Nate Moore, Stan Lee Screenplay by: Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR MARVEL STUDIOS Website and Mobile site: http://marvel.com/captainamerica Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaptainAmerica Follow on Twitter: @CaptainAmerica Instagram: @Marvel Genre: Action-Adventure __________________________________________________________________________________ Team Cap visited China on their first stop on the Captain America: Civil War global tour. Chris Evans, Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie and director Joe Russo participated in a press conference, fan event and red carpet premiere in Beijing.
Posted in Cinema | Leave a commentGrammy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson and multiple Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein Join the Cast of the High-Energy Tony-Winning Musical Comedy NBC’s “Hairspray Live!”
April 27, 2016JENNIFER HUDSON AND HARVEY FIERSTEIN CAN’T STOP THE BEAT IN NBC’S PRODUCTION OF ‘HAIRSPRAY LIVE!’ Multi Award-Winning Talent Join the Cast of the High-Energy Tony-Winning Musical Comedy to Air Wednesday, Dec. 7 Oscar, Golden Globe, SAG and Grammy Award-winner Jennifer Hudson and multiple Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein will headline the cast of NBC’s “Hairspray Live!,” the network’s next live Broadway musical holiday event following the phenomenal success of “The Wiz Live!” Also joining the creative team will be acclaimed television director Alex Rudzinski, who received extraordinary reviews for his television direction of “Grease Live!” Rudzinski was also the TV director for “Dancing With the Stars” from 2005-14. “We are beyond thrilled with this incredibly talented duo of stars for ‘Hairspray Live!,’” said Robert Greenblatt, Chairman, NBC Entertainment. “Harvey Fierstein created the role of Edna Turnblad on Broadway in an indelible Tony-winning performance that demanded to be memorialized on film, and we’re happy he wanted to step into her shoes one last, unforgettable time. We’re also so grateful that the incomparable Jennifer Hudson will play Motormouth Maybelle and we know her rendition of ‘I Know Where I’ve Been’ will literally stop the show.” Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, “Hairspray Live!” takes place in 1962 Baltimore. Teenager Tracy Turnblad’s dream is to dance on “The Corny Collins Show,” a local TV program. When, against all odds, Tracy wins a role on the show, she becomes a celebrity overnight and meets a colorful array of characters, including the resident dreamboat, Link; the ambitious mean girl, Amber; an African-American boy she meets in detention, Seaweed; and his mother, Motormouth Maybelle, the owner of a local record store. Tracy’s mother is the indomitable Edna Turnblad, and she eventually encourages Tracy on her campaign to integrate the all-white “Corny Collins Show.” Harvey Fierstein, who is …
Posted in Fitness | Leave a commentThe Dream Project Symposium Soars in Atlanta
April 26, 2016The EGAMI Group presented its fourth annual Dream Project Symposium in Atlanta, Ga. on April 21 – 22, 2016 at The Atlanta Marriott Marquis. The two-day conference connected small business owners, current/aspiring entrepreneurs, creative and business professionals, with tangible methods to help them tap into their creative side and make their dreams a reality. More than 300 participants, industry influencers and celebrities from various industries including retail, technology, fashion, creative services and marketing attended. Hosted by The EGAMI Group’s Founder and CEO, Teneshia Jackson Warner, the symposium provided invaluable business insights from keynote speakers Jennifer Fleiss, Miss Robbie and Mr. Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Following the keynote presentations, attendees participated in interactive and intimate workshops with experts who shared advice and strategies to help them take charge of their dreams. Highlights from this year’s conference include the Welcoming Night of Dreams Networking Reception (Powered by Prudential Financial) featuring Guest DJ, Mc Lyte and a welcoming remarks from the City of Atlanta City Councilman Ceasar Mitchell. Prudential Financial keynotes Jennifer Fleiss and Miss Robbie gave guests the additional push and tools needed to help build and grow their businesses. By mid afternoon the room was filled wall to wall to hear from the legend himself, Mr. Magic “Earvin” Johnson powered by Infinity sponsor Delta Air Lines. His in your face brother to sister approach, reminded Dream Project guests how important self-authenticity is to not only your brand but to your lifestyle. His thrilling and invigorating speech on how to Capitalize on Your Skills and Create Your Own Doors of Opportunity spark many guests to unleash the creators within them and to start living their dreams. Prudential Financial, Delta Air Lines and The Coca-Cola Company were the event’s supporting sponsors and helped foster two days of empowerment and growth. For more information, please …
Posted in 98TH ACADEMY AWARDS | Leave a commentBeyoncé returns with an electrifying album of new music – Lemonade
April 25, 2016New Visual Album Beyoncé returns with an electrifying album of new music and a stunning video experience. Lemonade is available now. View In iTunes $17.99 Genres: Pop, Music Released: Apr 23, 2016 ℗ 2016 Parkwood Entertainment LLC, under exclusive license to Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment Parental Advisory Get It on iTunes Biography Genre: Pop One of the most recognizable figures in contemporary music, Beyoncé rose to fame as the central member of pop-R&B group Destiny’s Child before embarking on a multi-platinum, record-breaking solo career in 2001. Booming record sales, Grammy awards, movie roles, and marriage to rapper/CEO Jay-Z combined to heighten her profile in the 2000s. Billboard named her female artist of the decade, while the RIAA acknowledged that, through 64 gold and platinum certifications, she was the decade’s top-selling… Source: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/lemonade/id1107429221?app=itunes&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 Also Visit: http://www.beyonce.com/
Posted in In The Spotlight | Leave a commentVIVICA A. FOX Announces Collaboration With POETIC JUSTICE JEANS
April 23, 2016In an effort to provide contemporary fashion for curvy women everywhere, CEG client and actress VIVICA A. FOX has announced today that she will be collaborating with Poetic Justice Jeans (PJ) for their Fall 2016 collection! The line was hand selected and curated by the celebrity fashionista and boasts a range of PJ’s signature jeans and French terry ath-leisure wear. The LA-based brand has been serving women with curves of all sizes nationwide since 2013. Vivica chose to work with PJ Jeans as she greatly admired the brand’s efforts to make clothing accessible to women with curvy figures of all sizes. The Poetic Justice Jeans collection ranges from waist size 28 through plus-size 24 with price points starting at $24.00 up to $54.00. Check out the new collection here! In May 2016 Vivica will celebrate the collaboration at a private event in Los Angeles and again with a grand launch on her birthday, July 30th!…Be sure to grab a pair when her jeans hit store shelves this Fall! #StayFoxy
Posted in Music & Film | Leave a commentTATYANA ALI STARS IN SECOND SIGHT – ON TV ONE
April 22, 2016By Kimberly Alsup and George Pringle Sonya’s Spotlight bloggers Kimberly Alsup and George Pringle were excited to dial into a Tele-Press Conference with Tatyana Ali, Sharif Akins and Executive Producer Susan Banks from TV One’s SECOND SIGHT, premiering Saturday, April 23, at 8pm/7c. During our call with the cast and producer, we were given the synopsis, insight into the characters, and explored several subjects pertaining to the sensitive storyline in SECOND SIGHT. ABOUT SECOND SIGHT: Starring as a young teacher plagued with visions, Tatyana Ali (Zoe Ever After, Love That Girl!, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) returns to TV One in the new made-for-television movie Second Sight. Premiering Saturday, April 23 at 8 p.m. ET, Ali plays Clara Randall, whose gift of “prophesy” leaves her haunted by premonitions of horrific kidnappings. Despite people’s unwillingness to believe her “second sight,” Clara takes it upon herself to search for one of her students who has gone missing. Shot on location in Los Angeles, this suspenseful thriller marks the third project executive produced by Radio One Founder Cathy Hughes and Executive Vice President of Special Projects Susan Banks. Living in a constant nightmare, Clara has trouble understanding her abilities as well as convincing others – especially her boyfriend Tony – that the visions are not just a figment of her imagination. Along with her mission to save an innocent life, Clara discovers disturbing secrets and lies surrounding those she trusted most. CAST: Tatyana Ali (Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Love that Girl, Zoe Ever After) Sharif Atkins (White Collar, Rizzoli & Isles) Texas Battle (The Bold and The Beautiful) Edwina Findley (If Loving You is Wrong) Denise Boutte (Meet the Browns, Why Did I Get Married) Marla Gibbs (227, The Jeffersons) Photo Credit: Matt Harbight, Courtesy of TV One/The FrontPage Firm Highlights from Tatyana Ali (Clara, in SECOND SIGHT) : Tatyana …
Posted in Coachella Highlight | Leave a commentEn Vogue Pays Tribute to Classic Hollywood Beauty and Glamour with New Song ‘Deja Vu’
April 22, 2016Beauty, class, transcendence…the award-winning, multi-platinum female group, En Vogue, embodies the very definition of each word. After countless accolades, 20 million albums sold, multiple Grammy nominations, American Music Awards and Soul Train awards, the ultimate girl group of the 90s has now evolved into legendary R&B icons affectionately known as the “Real Funky Divas”. Today, En Vogue is redefining the idea of beauty, music and style with original members Cindy Heron-Braggs, Terry Ellis, and long-standing member Rhona Bennett. As a thank you to their fans, for the first time in nearly 5 years, the group is sharing a new song, Déjà vu, from their forthcoming release, Electric Café, that can be streamed via music services, En Vogue SoundCloud, Pandora and Spotify. Musically, Déjà vu, evokes memories and pays homage to the sounds of 1960s R&B, with the visceral and precise harmonies that are synonymous with En Vogue. The song recreates images that capture the timeless and stunning beauty of old Hollywood. Visually, the ladies are styled by seasoned creative director, Troy Jensen (stylist for iconic En Vogue videos, Free Your Mind & Don’t Let Go), capturing the sophistication and elegance long associated with the En Vogue ‘style’. “We’re proud of being considered trendsetters, fusing music with style from the beginning with our little black dresses to our red ‘hot’ “Giving Him Something He Can Feel” video to the futuristic look of “Free Your Mind”, says Ellis. Now celebrating 25 years in the business, En Vogue has sustained their unique look and sound. “We adore our fans and constantly strive to give them music from our hearts,” says Bennett. To support the new music and Electric Café release, the group is currently embarking on a world tour, with shows throughout North America (U.S. and Canada) and Europe (Holland, the U.K., Denmark). Fans can visit …
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