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June 22, 2013In anticipation for the release WHITE HOUSE DOWN, LA Clipper, Matt Barnes and fiance, VH1 Basketball Wives LA star Gloria Govan, hosted a private screening for the film, Wednesday, June 19. Celebrities and fans alike were out in full force to attend the private event including teammate Chris “CP3” Paul and wife Jada, Laura Govan, “The Blind Side” actor Quinton Aaron, Omar Gooding, and stars of VH1’s Hollywood Exes, Sheree Fletcher and new castmate, Shamicka Lawrence! The hottest event in town was followed by an exclusive party at Rush Street Bar where the stars enjoyed a night of cocktails, music and dancing! Photo Credit: Britney Butler & EthnoNightlife.com ____________________________________________________________________________________
Posted in Photos | Leave a commentRe Heat: Lebron, Wade Go Back-to-Back
June 21, 2013Heat 95, Spurs 88 By BRIAN MAHONEY, AP Victory in Game 7 brought more than another crown for LeBron James and the Miami Heat. It validated the team and its leader, forever cementing their place among the NBA’s greats. For the vanquished San Antonio Spurs, it simply compounded the misery of a championship that got away. James led the Heat to their second straight title, scoring 37 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in a 95-88 victory Thursday night in a tense game that was tight until Miami pulled away in the final minute. Capping their best season in franchise history – and perhaps the three-superstar system they used to build it – the Heat ran off with the second straight thriller in the NBA’s first championship series to go the distance since 2010. Two nights after his Game 6 save when the Heat were almost eliminated, James continued his unparalleled run through the basketball world, with two titles and an Olympic gold medal in the last 12 months. “I work on my game a lot throughout the offseason,” said James, who was MVP for the second straight finals. “I put a lot of work into it and to be able to come out here and (have) the results happen out on the floor is the ultimate. The ultimate. I’m at a loss for words.” He made five 3-pointers, defended Tony Parker when he had to, and did everything else that could ever be expected from the best player in the game. The Heat became the NBA’s first repeat champions since the Lakers in 2009-10, and the first team to beat the Spurs in the NBA Finals. “It took everything we had as a team,” Dwyane Wade said. “Credit to the San Antonio Spurs, they’re an unbelievable team, an unbelievable franchise. …
Posted in Fashion | Leave a commentNegril Treehouse Resort – Jamaica’s Jewel
June 19, 2013Negril Treehouse Resort is a Negril Area, Jamaica Hotel. For the past 25 years, we continue to dedicate ourselves in providing the high standards of accommodations and services to create the ultimate experience for our guests. In Jamaica especially Negril, we have become somewhat of an institution! Just come and enjoy. The resort offers 70 well equipped rooms and furniture with all the amenities. As per the budget you may wish to select two bed room suites, single bed room suites and standard rooms also available. Chinese & Jamaican cuisines are available at restaurants. Fresh and well prepared sea foods are prepared by specialist chefs. The dedicated staff is there for your every need. Relaxing at Negril Treehouse resort, is for lovers of shimmering sand, unforgettable sunsets and spectacular underwater small caves. The resort offers all kinds of water sports such as windsurfing, snorkeling, boat rides, water-skiing, parasailing and swimming. You may wish to relax near the resort by taking a slow walk along the beach or you can enjoy by playing beach volleyball or by just hanging at the beach bar. Negril Treehouse resort is right on the beach and the beaches of Negril are amazing! You will find some amazing places with great beaches nearby the resort. For many, Jamaica remains the quintessential Caribbean island – lush, informal and incredibly tropical. It’s captivating blend of transparent waters, silken beaches, dense jungle, mountain interior, pulsing reggae and genuine hospitality is irresistible. British, West African, Irish and Welsh influences have produced a unique variation of English and spicy, distinctive cuisine here. Seafood is dependably fresh and well-prepared. Don’t miss sampling island specialties, sipping famous local Red Stripe beer and cooling off with exotic fresh fruits. Casual, relaxing Negril, is for lovers of shimmering sand, spectacular underwater grottos and unforgettable sunsets. …
Posted in Travel | 1 CommentTV Land’s SOUL MAN Season 2 Premieres June 19 11/10C!
June 17, 2013The Season two launch of TV Land’s comedy series THE SOUL MAN starring Cedric the Entertainer, Nicey Nash and Wesley Jonathan, debuts for its second season Wednesday, June 19th at 11 PM PST/ 10 CT. From the creators of Hot in Cleveland, THE SOUL MAN revolves around Cedric’s character, Reverend Boyce The Voice Ballentine, an R&B superstar-turned-minister who takes over as preacher of his father’s church. Niecy Nash (“Reno 911”) stars as the reverend’s wife, Lolli. The pilot also features John Beasley (Everwood) as his father, Wesley Jonathan (What I Like About You) as his younger brother, and Jazz Raycole (My Wife and Kids) as his daughter. The character of Reverend Boyce originated on a second season episode of Hot in Cleveland in which Cedric guest-starred. Wesley Jonathan from TV Land’s THE SOUL MAN hosts exclusive Screening & Reception in Atlanta Sonya’s Spotlight Publisher & Editor, Sonya Jenkins, and Spotlight assistant, Sydney Turpin, received an exclusive invite for THE SOUL MAN screening and Q&A session, followed by a cocktail reception at the W ATLANTA – MIDTOWN, June 17. THE SOUL MAN’S Wesley Jonathan, the host for the event, mingled with media guests and shared many tidbits about the upcoming season, including his success tips to aspiring actors. “Study the craft,” Wesley advised young actors. “People think it’s easy, but it’s not. They think, ‘Oh, I can do that.’ But you have to convey reality, while still entertaining. The best training for me was watching TV and films. Be persistent and don’t get your talents confused with your passions. It’s a marathon, not a sprint.” About Jonathan: Wesley Jonathan plays Burrell Stamps Ballentine, Reverend Boyce ‘The Voice’ Ballentine’s brother, in TV Land’s original sitcom, The Soul Man. Moving seamlessly between comedic and dramatic roles in both television and film …
Posted in Highlight | Leave a commentKim Kardashian, Kanye West Welcome Baby Daughter, Name her North West
June 15, 2013Kanye West, Kim Kardashian The reality TV star gave birth at Cedars-Sinai in West Hollywood on Saturday. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcomed a new daughter on Saturday, a source confirms to The Hollywood Reporter. The couple checked in to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in West Hollywood where Kardashian gave birth to a baby girl with her boyfriend by her side. The reality TV star recently spoke about expecting a child on Keeping Up With the Kardashians. “I’m so excited we’re having a girl. Who doesn’t want a girl? They are the best, and I know that’s really what Kanye has always wanted. He wanted a little girl,” she said. Kardashian was set to move back home with mom Kris Jenner prior to giving birth, THR reported in a cover story in the June 21 issue. West was asked about parenthood in an interview published this week in The New York Times. He responded: “One of the things was just to be protective, that I would do anything to protect my child or my child’s mother. As simple as that.” 2:08 PM PDT 6/15/2013 by THR Staff http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/kim-kardashian-kanye-west-welcome-569441 ____________________________________________________________________________________ The name of Kim Kardashian‘s and Kanye West‘s baby has been revealed. 10:44 PM PDT 6/20/2013 by THR Staff TMZ reported Thursday the couple has chosen to name their baby daughter North — as in North West. The website cited the birth certificate from L.A.’s Cedars-Sinai hospital, where the baby was delivered Saturday. E! News cited sources who confirmed the baby’s name, reporting that the baby has no middle name and that the new parents plan to call her “Nori” for short. The Hollywood Reporter has reached out to Kardashian’s and West’s reps for confirmation. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/kim-kardashian-kanye-west-name-572715
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentBrad Pitt Surprises Fans at World War Z Screenings
June 12, 2013BRAD PITT recently surprised fans at screenings in Atlanta, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Austin and San Francisco in anticipation for his upcoming horror film, WORLD WAR Z, in theaters nationwide June 21. Check out photos below from Pitt’s surprise visits, as well as his premiere in Berlin. World War Z – In theaters June 21 (c) 2013 Paramount Pictures. All Rights Reserved. Synopsis: The story revolves former United Nations investigator Gerry Lane (Pitt), who traverses the world in a race against time to stop a pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatening to decimate humanity itself. Cast: Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, James Badge Dale, and Matthew Fox. ____________________________________________ Stay tuned for #WorldWarZMovie GIVEAWAYS, FRIDAY, JUNE 28 posted on the Publisher of Sonya’s Spotlight Web Mag’s Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/sonya.jenkins.18?ref=tn_tnmn#!/sonya.jenkins.18: And check her out as a Zombie in pic below! Congrats to Elizabeth Strozier of Lithonia, GA – the 1st #WorldWarZMovie WINNER from Sonya’s Spotlight Web Mag! Congrats to Dr. Jamie Pleasant of Alpharetta, Georgia – Winner #2!
Posted in Celebrity Profile | Leave a commentWHITE HOUSE DOWN in theaters June 28
June 10, 2013In Columbia Pictures’ White House Down, Capitol Policeman John Cale (Channing Tatum) has just been denied his dream job with the Secret Service of protecting President James Sawyer (Jamie Foxx). Not wanting to let down his little girl with the news, he takes her on a tour of the White House, when the complex is overtaken by a heavily armed paramilitary group. Now, with the nation’s government falling into chaos and time running out, it’s up to Cale to save the president, his daughter, and the country. Cast: Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jason Clarke, Richard Jenkins and James Woods. Directed by Roland Emmerich; Written by James Vanderbilt; Produced by Bradley Fischer, Harald Kloser, James Vanderbilt, Laeta Kalogridis, Larry Franco. Executive Producers: Ute Emmerich, Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin. Co-Producers: Volker Engel & Marc Weigert. ————–
Posted in Cinema | Leave a commentTV Ratings: Tyler Perry Premiere Gives OWN a Record Launch
June 8, 2013“The Haves and the Have Nots” Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey may be the perfect match — at least in terms of Winfrey’s cable network. OWN launched its first scripted effort Tuesday night, pulling in its highest rated series premiere yet. The Haves and the Have Nots, from the prolific writer, director and producer, brought in 1.77 million viewers with its 9 p.m. premiere. Part of a back-to-back premiere, the show managed to grow to 1.8 million viewers in its second episode at 10 p.m. The strongest premiere until now has been the recent debut of Life With La Toya (1.18 million). Among women 25-54, OWN’s ad-friendly demo, the 9 p.m. episode brought in a 1.57 rating and the 10 p.m. episode pulled a 1.67 rating. OWN and Perry inked an exclusive multiyear deal in October, which will see the multi-hyphenate develop new series and projects for the network. The pact included the addition of The Haves and the Have Nots to the network, as well as comedy Love Thy Neighbor — which opens Wednesday. For the second quarter to-date, the young cable network is up 12 percent in total viewers compared to last year. Credit: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/tv-ratings-tyler-perry-premiere-559937
Posted in Highlight | Leave a commentTyler Perry’s The Haves and the Have Nots & Love Thy Neighbor Premieres
May 28, 2013PREMIERES May 28, 2013, at 9 p.m. ET/PT Tyler Perry’s The Haves and the Have Nots is a new television drama from the prolific writer, director and producer Tyler Perry. The show follows the complicated dynamic between the rich and powerful Cryer family and the hired help who work in their opulent Savannah, Georgia, mansion. From the outside, the Cryers are the enviable face of success and wealth, but behind the veil, the family’s dysfunction threatens to destroy their world of privilege. Cryer family patriarch Jim Cryer (John Schneider) is a powerful judge whose double life, including tawdry affairs with high-priced escorts, puts his family and political ambitions at risk. His wife, Katheryn Cryer (Renée Lawless), is the ultimate matriarch, portraying a loving and dutiful wife, but she is willing to do anything to protect her family’s status. Their son, Wyatt (Aaron O’Connell), is a troubled, angry jock who cares little for his own image and finds himself in and out of rehab. His sister, Amanda (Jacyln Betham), a struggling law student, tries harder to live up to her parents’ expectations but unknowingly has befriended a scurrilous young woman, Candace Young, with the power to ruin the entire family. Hanna Young (Crystal Fox) is the Cryers’ maid and the matriarch of her family. Despite having no money, she has found other types of wealth through religion and virtue. She prides herself on her dutiful son, Benny (Tyler Lepley), the glue who helps keep the family together. Hanna does have one dark secret, however—her estranged daughter, Candace (Tika Sumpter), a manipulative opportunist who will stop at nothing to get what she wants. In a bizarre coincidence, Candace is shocked to find out that her newfound friend Amanda’s father is Jim Cryer, the very man who has been paying her for sex and …
Posted in Highlight | Leave a comment“KIDDIE CORNER” – THE SMURFS 2 & TURBO – Summer Releases
May 27, 2013Vivica A. Fox and JB Smoove at L.A. Premiere of SMURFS 2 In support of THE SMURFS 2, in theaters July 31, Sonya’s Spotlight Web Mag showcased photos of children from around the world (chosen randomly), with their SMURFS 2 paraphernalia. The first kids chosen (Angella and Emanuel) were vacationing in Jamaica & Sonya’s Spotlight surprised them with a SMURFS 2 FAN & SMURFTASTIC ACTIVITY BOOK (see below)! Twitter: @SocialSmurf #SMURFS2 _____________________________________________________________________________________ TURBO -In theaters July 17 Plot Outline From the makers of Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, TURBO is a high-velocity 3D comedy about an underdog snail who kicks into overdrive when he miraculously attains the power of super-speed. But after making fast friends with a crew of streetwise, tricked-out es-car-goes, Turbo learns that no one succeeds on their own. So he puts his heart and shell on the line to help his pals achieve their dreams, before Turbo-charging his own impossible dream: winning the Indy 500. Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Paul Giamatti, Ken Jeong, Maya Rudolph, Ben Schwartz, Snoop Dogg, Samuel L. Jackson http://www.turbomovie.com/ http://twitter.com/goturbo In advance of the film’s release, top celebrities attended a local screening of the film in Los Angele. Check out Olympic gold medalist Maurice Greene, Tony Award winner Courtney B. Vance, and star of TV Land’s “The Soul Man”, Wesley Jonathan.
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