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August 12, 2015Stars of Bounce TV’s original series Family Time , Mann & Wife, and In The Cut t ook part in multiple ancillary events during The Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards. The events included a media press tour; attendance to VIP parties; walking the blue carpet, presenting at, and attending the Neighborhood Awards; fan meet and greets; and a preview screening of new episodes of the upcoming seasons of Mann & Wife and Family Time. Bounce TV also showed a sneak peak of their new original series In The Cut , premiering Tuesday, August 25. Angell Conwell and Omar Gooding of Family Time took part in a Q & A panel with the show’s Executive Producer and Director, Bentley Kyle Evans following the screening. David and Tamela Mann of Mann & Wife also took part in the Q & A panel with Executive Producer and Director Roger Bobb. The panel was moderated by comedian and Bounce TV star Rodney Perry. Bounce TV on the Neighborhood Awards Blue Carpet Angell Conwell of Bounce TV’s Family Time on the blue carpet at the Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards Omar Gooding of Bounce TV’s Family Time on the blue carpet at the Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards Tamela and David Mann of Bounce TV’s Mann & Wife on the blue carpet at the Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards Executive Producer of Bounce TV’s Family Time, Bentley Kyle Evans, on the blue carpet at the Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards Family Time Stars Speak to Atlanta Press Omar Gooding and Angell Conwell visit Radio One Atlanta with Willie Moore Jr. during their Atlanta press tour Angell Conwell and Omar Gooding with Big Tigger of V103 during their Atlanta press tour Bounce TV Stars at the Preview Screening of the Newest Seasons of Family Time and Mann & Wife at the Bronze Lens Festival Photo credit: Chris McKay/Courtesy of Bounce TV/The FrontPage Firm …
Posted in Highlight | Leave a commentTV One Celebrates Born Again Virgin With Private Premier Event
August 6, 2015TV One hosted a private premiere event for the new series Born Again Virgin at American Spirit Works in Atlanta, GA. August 4. Cast members Danielle Nicolet, Eva Marcille, Meagan Holder, Tank and series creator Ranada Shepard introduced guests to the new scripted comedy – a sophisticated humorous look at dating, romance and celibacy. The exclusive event featured an intimate performance by co-star and R&B artist Tank. Check out a few images from the event.
Posted in Highlight, Photos | Leave a commentMission: Impossible Rogue Nation in Theaters July 31
August 2, 2015“MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – ROGUE NATION” reunites Tom Cruise with “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – GHOST PROTOCOL” stars Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg and Ving Rhames. The film also stars Rebecca Ferguson, Sean Harris and Alec Baldwin. Ethan and team take on their most impossible mission yet, eradicating the Syndicate – an International rogue organization as highly skilled as they are, committed to destroying the IMF. “MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – ROGUE NATION” is produced by Tom Cruise, J.J. Abrams and Bryan Burk. The executive producers are David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger of Skydance Productions and Jake Myers. Drew Pearce, Christopher McQuarrie, Will Staples, Laeta Kalogridis & Patrick Lussier and Dylan Kussman wrote the screenplay, based on the television series created by Bruce Geller. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.MissionImpossible.com
Posted in Cinema | Leave a commentSOUTHPAW in theaters July 24th
July 12, 2015Pu SYNOPSIS: Billy “The Great” Hope (Jake Gyllenhaal), the reigning light heavyweight boxing champion, has an impressive career, a loving wife and daughter, and a lavish lifestyle. However, when tragedy strikes, Billy hits rock bottom, losing his family, his house and his manager. He soon finds an unlikely savior in Tick Willis (Forest Whitaker), a former fighter who trains the city’s toughest amateur boxers. With his future on the line, Hope fights to reclaim the trust of those he loves the most. To celebrate the upcoming release of the drama SOUTHPAW, VIBE brought the film’s stars, Jake Gyllenhaal and Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson for a knockout cover! Gyllenhaal plays Billy “The Great” Hope a reigning light heavyweight champ who is managed by 50’s character. The two discuss The Sweet Science of Life and talk the A-List cast in SOUTHPAW. While Gyllenhaal had to get in tip top shape for his role as a professional boxer, 50’s definitely giving him a run for his money. ____________________________________________________________________________ Publisher of SONYA’S SPOTLIGHT WEB MAG will give away #SOUTHPAW mini posters and koozies to everyone who purchases a copy of her novel, SHAYLA’S CATCH, on Aug. 8th, 2015 at Medu Bookstore in Greenbriar Mall Atlanta. Come out Saturday, Aug. 8th to Medu Bookstore – 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy. SW Atlanta, GA 30331 – from 1pm-4pm and get your copy of SHAYLA’S CATCH and your free #SOUTHPAW poster and koozie, along with other prizes.
Posted in Cinema, TV | Leave a commentSerena Williams Wins 6th Wimbledon Championship
July 12, 2015Wimbledon 2015: Serena Williams wins title to complete ‘Serena Slam’ Ravi Ubha, CNN Wimbledon, England (CNN)Last year at Wimbledon after exiting to Alize Cornet in the third round, Serena Williams declared: “I know I can do better.” On Saturday at the All England Club came the exclamation point to her turnaround. Williams defeated promising Spaniard Garbine Muguruza 6-4 6-4 in southwest London to complete the “Serena Slam” — winning four straight majors — for the second time and is now well on the way to making more history at the season’s final grand slam. “I honestly wouldn’t have thought last year after winning the U.S. Open I would win the Serena Slam at all,” Williams, emulating her feat of 2002-2003, told reporters. “It’s super exciting.” Grand Slam bid If the American triumphs at the U.S. Open — and the odds might be stacked in her favor given the 33-year-old is the three-time defending champion — she would become the first player since Steffi Graf in 1988 to complete the calendar-year grand slam. I honestly wouldn’t have thought last year after winning the U.S. Open I would win the Serena Slam at all,” Williams, emulating her feat of 2002-2003, told reporters. “It’s super exciting.” A victory would, too, draw the world No. 1 level with Graf on an Open Era leading 22 majors. It didn’t take long, Williams admitted, before New York crept into her mind. “I did the whole presentation, I did the whole walk around the court,” said Williams. “I was peaceful, feeling really good. Maybe a little after that I started thinking about New York.” Her coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, made an early request to U.S. fans to back Williams in September. “I think if the crowd helps her, it’s going to be a plus,” the Frenchman told a …
Posted in Fashion | Leave a commentMICHAEL JAI WHITE & GILLIAN WATERS WED IN THAILAND
July 8, 2015Actor Michael Jai White has wed longtime fianceé and actress Gillian Waters. In a private ceremony held in Thailand this past weekend at the multi-acre riverfront estate of their good friends, film producer and finance executive, Michael Selby and his wife Jantana, the lovely couple, who will star in the upcoming film Never Back Down 3 together, exchanged vows surrounded by their children, family and close friends. . In a custom gown by Milan Bangkok, the beautiful bride donned a 10-carat engagement ring, and the actors exchanged custom diamond and platinum bands. The extravagant traditional Thai ceremony featured fireworks, an elephant parade, belly dancers, drone airplanes and a lavish dinner reception where guests noshed on Pad Thai, jumbo prawns, crab fried rice, curried chicken, and a custom three-tiered cake by the famous Bangkok bakery Coffee Beans by Dao. The couple are currently on honeymoon on the Indian Ocean in Krabi Province and will plan a California reception for US-based family and friends upon their return. About Michael Jai White & Gillian Waters: Best known for roles in various Tyler Perry projects including Why Did I Get Married and the TBS/OWN comedy and drama For Better or Worse, White was the first African American to portray a major comic book superhero in a major motion picture in 1997’s SPAWN. An accomplished martial artist, White also starred as Mike Tyson in the 1995 HBO television film TYSON, and the hit film Mortal Kombat. Water is a Howard University graduate and has starred in music videos for LL Cool J and Boyz II Men. Best known for roles on the classic sitcom Martin, Waters also starred as China Lee in the popular soap opera Days of our Lives, and as Amoria in Xena: Warrior Princess. (PHOTO CREDIT: Michael Selby)
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentShayla’s Catch Novel Shines in Essence Bookstore During Essence Music Festival 2015
July 8, 2015Sonya Jenkins’ first novel, SHAYLA’S CATCH, caught the attention of many Essence Fest Book Lovers during the 2015 Essence Music Festival. SHAYLA’S CATCH was one of the books featured in the Essence Bookstore July 3-5 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. Although SHAYLA’S CATCH Author Sonya Jenkins attended the Essence Fest for fun and fellowship with friends, once she made her way to the Essence Bookstore and witnessed potential readers glancing at her romance novel she decided to spend a great portion of her days meeting, greeting and chatting with potential SHAYLA’S CATCH readers and signing books for those who purchased her novel. “Just for my novel SHAYLA’S CATCH to be included in the great selection of books featured in the Essence Bookstore was an honor in itself,” Jenkins said. “But getting the opportunity to speak with book lovers from all over the country about my novel, as well as meeting and chatting with other authors was exhilarating, to say the least.” SHAYLA’S CATCH is Jenkins’ first novel, which was published via Amazon-Kindle in March 2014 and in paperback in December 2014. The novel takes readers on a young lady’s journey (Shayla’s) after she falls hard for the heart-thumping enchantment of one of the most popular and highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL. SHAYLA’S CATCH can be ordered by clicking on the “Buy Now” link at the bottom of this page via Sonya’s Spotlight, Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, Books-A-Million. It’s also available for purchase at Medu Bookstore in Greenbriar Mall Atlanta. #ShaylasCatch Shayla’s Catch Paperback Novel – $16.99 includes signed copy. Just click on “Buy Now” below. Specify the name you want signed in instructions. Are You A Catch? Option 1 $16.99 USD Follow SHAYLA’S CATCH via Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shaylas-Catch/174539432624531?ref=tn_tnmn
Posted in Tour Alert | Leave a commentSeahawks QB Russell Wilson Talks Abstinence With Girlfriend Ciara, Doing Things The Right Way & Saving Souls
July 8, 2015Russell Wilson Q&A at The Rock Church, 7/05/2015
Posted in 2026 BET AWARDS | Leave a commentJada Pinkett-Smith Gives Atlantans a Glimpse of Magic Mike XXL
July 5, 2015Actress Jada Pinkett-Smith was all smiles during a promotional tour for MAGIC MIKE XXL in Atlanta recently. Sonya’s Spotlight Publisher, Sonya Jenkins, got to participate in a press day interview and with Jada where she asked Jada to share her words of wisdom for young ladies struggling with self-esteem issues. Check out Jada’s answers in the videos below. Warner Bros. hosted a “Ladies Night Out” advance screening of their new film, MAGIC MIKE XXL, in Atlanta as well. The screening opened up with a choreographed dance from some hot & steamy looking guys, who welcomed the ladies in attendance. As the ladies were screaming with excitement, they were then hit with the big surprise of the night that one of the film’s stars, Jada Pinkett-Smith, was there to introduce the movie to the audience. JADA PINKETT SMITH’S CHARACTER (ROME): Jada Pinkett-Smith is “Rome” a woman from Mike’s past. Rome is now the impresario of a one-of-a-kind exotic entertainment palace, which takes them down a rabbit hole of possibilities that are nothing short of inspiring and brings a fresh focus to their performances. Likewise, Pinkett Smith, who had never been to a strip club before, says, “When I saw how exhilarating it was to be with other women in that environment and see how much joy they were getting from celebrating these beautiful men and really exploring that primal nature within us, it was an eye-opening experience for me.” “Rome’s club is so far removed from anything they know, they come away from it realizing that they all have something unique to offer,” adds Adam Rodriguez. Rome’s stable of talent includes Donald Glover as the romantic charmer Andre, with a gift for song; NFL Super Bowl Champ-turned-entertainer Michael Strahan as Augustus, who infuses raw athleticism into his act; and dancing phenom Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss …
Posted in TV | Leave a commentSonya Jenkins 2015 Essence Festival Blog – #BringTheLove
July 2, 2015Day 1 – July 2, 2015 Rise & Shine! New Orleans Bound. What better way to start my 4th of July Weeekend than to celebrate in New Orleans at the 2015 Essence Music Featival. Not only am I excited about having fun with friends I haven’t seen in a while, but a couple of weeks ago I was notified that my novel, SHAYLA’S CATCH, will be on sale at the Essence Festival Bookstore this year. Pure excitement! Chatted with “Real Housewives of Atlanta’s” Cynthia Bailey & saw “Love and Hip Hop Atlanta” reality stars, Nikko & Margeaux on their way to the Essence Fest at the Atlanta airport. After landing in New Orleans and collecting my bag from baggage claim I headed straight to the French Quarter, where I walked on Canal Street & Bourbon Street. The crowd seemed festive already. I couldn’t resist stopping at Acme Oyster House, where Red Beans & Rice & Sausage were calling my name! It’s my favorite dish when I come to New Orleans! I decided not to dine in, since the line seemed like it would take an hour to be seated. After getting my New Orleans cuisine “To Go,” I devoured it! Time to get ready for concert Night 1- Kevin Hart, Trey Songz, and LeCrae. Stay tuned! 7/2/15 – Almost 8pm Just arrived at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans where Kevin Hart is headlining the festival’s opening concert for The Essence Music Festival (#EssenceFest). Trey Songz and LeCrae are also performing tonight. My Essence Fest point of contact informed me that for the first time ever the Thursday Night show has been completely sold out. I’m here & inside though!! #EssenceFestival2015 #KevinHart #TreySongz #LaCrae #SonyasSpotlight #MercedesSuperDome #Night1 #EssenceMusicFestival 9:00pm – Press Room Perks! Got to interview LeCrae briefly! He had …
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