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Long Beach Indie International Film, Media & Music Festival

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July 18, 2017

Long Beach Indie International Film, Media & Music Festival

Festival partners with U.S. Department of Commerce to produce Entertainment Business Summit and Expo

Sponsored by The California Endowment, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and KCETLink, unique festival promotes diversity, educating teachers, students and entertainment professionals

5-day event takes place Wed., Aug. 30 – Sun., Sept. 3 at Cinemark at the Pike Theatres and Hilton Long Beach

Long Beach, CA — Named one of FilmFreeway’s Top 100 best reviewed film festivals, Long Beach Indie International Film, Media & Music Festival returns to Long Beach Wed., Aug. 30 – Sun., Sept. 3, delivering five days of screenings, plus workshops for educators, students, entertainment industry professionals, and more.

Founded by Dr. Daniel Walker in 2014, the festival celebrates diverse content and creators. “I created Long Beach Indie because I wanted to bring true diversity to every facet of the media and entertainment ecosystem,” he says. “It’s about more than just names on the closing credits and recognition during awards season. It’s about economic empowerment, self-definition, and using the power of media and entertainment to shape the perceptions that individuals and systems have of women and people of color. ”

The event produced and hosted by Perfect Works and BLU Educational Foundation fosters international dialogue between scholars and the entertainment industry, and bridges the gap between urban communities and careers in arts, entertainment, fashion and digital media via distinct conference and expo clusters.

The Long Beach Indie International Film Festival screenings take place Wed., Aug. 30 – Sun., Sept. 3 at Cinemark at the Pike Theaters, 99 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90892. More than 180 films, TV pilots, web series and music videos are in this year’s spotlight—including 90 Days, a love story executive-produced by Empire star Jussie Smollett, directed by Nathan Hale Williams and Jennia Fredrique Aponte, and featuring stars Teyonah Parris, Nic Few, Pauletta Washington, Rodney Chester, Emmett Short, Collin Lee Ellis, and V Bozeman.

The festival conference and expo segments will be held at the Hilton Long Beach Hotel, 701 Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90831.

International Entertainment Business Summit and Expo convening Thurs., Aug. 31 – Sat., Sept. 2, is produced in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) Global Media & Entertainment Team. This segment will connect diverse film, television, music and digital media creation companies to international economic opportunities and introduce Virtual and Augmented Reality developers to the multi-billion US education sector.

Career Pathways in Arts, Digital and Entertainment Conference to be presented Wed., Aug. 30 – Fri., Sept. 1, unites K-14 educators, parent advocacy groups, counselors and administrators to knowledge, trends and individuals driving career advancement in the creative sector.

Long Beach Indie Film Media and Music Conference taking place Fri., Sept. 1 – Sat., Sept. 2 will encompass workshops and panels conducted by international scholars and entertainment industry leaders offering insight on social media, independent label operation and talent management.

Long Beach Indie College and Career Fair on Sat., Sept. 2 provides free workshops and college exhibits displaying trends and leaders in fashion, digital media and music.

Step to the Mic running Fri., Sept. 1 – Sun., Sept. 3 is a talent competition educating youth vocalists on the entertainment industry, honing their skills and performing for industry leaders.

Long Beach Indie 2017 sponsors are The California Endowment, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and KCETLink.

Festival Collaborators: California Black Media, Black Voice News, Hollywood Post, BlackTreeTV, Cafe Sevilla, Media & Repertoire, the Believe Foundation and Dakar Foundation.

For Long Beach Indie registration options visit LongBeachIndie.com.

About Long Beach Indie:

Since its inception in 2014 the festival has screened more than 450 films from 50+ countries, drawn over 8000 attendees, received coverage from more than 300 international media outlets, and drawn Oscar, Golden Globe, Grammy, Emmy, Directors Guild of America, ALMA, and NAACP Image Award winners and nominees as presenters.

The 2014 winner for Best Animated Short (The Dam Keeper) was nominated for an Academy Award and more than half of the features screened have gained national or international distribution.

More Than Just A Film Festival

A five-day entertainment experience Long Beach Indie includes the LBI International Film Festival, the LBI Film, Digital Media, and Music Conference, the LBI International Film Market, and the LBI College and Career Fair exposing urban communities to careers in arts, entertainment, and digital media.

Attesting to the draw of Long Beach Indie, recent industry presenters include; Oscar nominee Margaret Avery (The Color Purple), Emmy winners Mark Kirkland (The Simpsons), Charles Ragins (The Simpsons), and P. Frank Williams (Unsung, American Gangster), two-time DGA winner Jesus Salvador Trevino, multiple Grammy winner David Porter, Grammy winner Jeff Weber, Grammy nominee Xocoyotzin Herrera, 4-time NAACP Image Award winner Terri J. Vaughn, and YouTube icon Tay Zonday.

Connect With Long Beach Indie:

#LongBeachIndie

Website: www.longbeachindie.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/longbeachindie

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longbeachindie/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongBeachIndie/

Prey Swim Runway Show at SWIMMIAMI Led by Designer Audrina Patridge

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July 18, 2017

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Prey Swim Runway Show at SWIMMIAMI Led by Designer Audrina Patridge

Miami, July 17 HGM is curious about The Hills star and designer Audrina Patridge’s inspiration for her swim collection, participation in Miami Swim Week and her clientele.

Prey Swim hosted their first Miami Swim Week runway presentation at SWIMMIAMI, debuting their Resort 2018, and Pre-Fall 2017 collections along with looks from Summer 2017. The runway show featured the brand creator and designer Audrina Patridge’s visions come to life, transporting the viewer to the South of France, South America and Marrakech through the line’s exotic designs, colors, and figure flattering styles.

Audrina closed the show rocking a sexy sheer bodysuit + netted skirt combo, paired with ShoeDazzle strappy heels, and layered jewelry by Luv AJ, Les Deux, Briwok and Alisa Michelle, hand in hand with model Sierra Skye, who was yesterday’s Sports Illustrated’ Lovely Lady of the Day.

The models walked out to tunes by DJ Jessica Who, transporting them to each exotic collection location. Other notable influencers in attendance front row included supermodel Tyson Beckford, Khloe Terae, Kier Mellour, Sarah Potempa, Roman Palumbo, Jimmy Somers, Harmony Carter, Carmen Carrera, Nick Montealegre, Alana Greszata, Seth Browarnik, and Audrina’s sister Samantha Patridge who cheered her on from the front row.

About the collections:

The Joya Collection (Resort 2018) – Known as the mecca of understated boho fashion during the 1970s, Peru is the main inspiration for the Joya Collection (means jewel). From its exotic fruits and flowers, Incan ruins, colonial palaces and indigenous designs, the muted jewel tones and geometric shapes, plus the rich layering of textiles, have been meticulously applied to make this one of Prey Swim’s most sultry collections yet. Featuring custom Peruvian inspired prints, the color palette incorporates pink, red and blue shimmers, glittering gold, matte black and smokey gray, along with animal prints that attribute to beautiful South American wild cats.

The Riviera Collection (Pre-Fall 2017) – Prey Swim’s Riviera collection evokes the alluring coastline and glamour of The French Riviera during the 1950s and 1960s, when it was the crown destination for elevated tourism by Aristocrats, Actors and Bohemians alike. This collection is dedicated to the woman with effortless style and an insatiable desire for inspiration and relaxation, featuring hand-drawn prints, decadent colors, and new custom silhouettes such as The Biarritz deep v one piece, The Grace Top, and Bardot Bottoms – high waisted French cut bottoms with rear bow.

The Marrakech Collection (Summer 2017) – Prey Swim’s signature styles, which continue to be available through summer 2017, draw inspiration from the colors and textures of 1960s and 1970s Marrakech, The Rolling Stones, and designer Audrina Patridge’s captivation with the influence of this artistic time period and city, reflected through the prints and silhouettes created. The line’s signature St.Tropez one-piece continues to be a best-selling style as well as the fringe embellished style.

“We are so excited to show Prey Swim to Miami Swim Week! This is something I dreamed of when planning our initial brand debut, so to be showing here so soon after launching is a dream come true. I cannot wait for Miami to see our new suits! There are so many amazing swim designers showing collections that I have been a fan of for quite some time, so to be showing my line in their company, as a fellow swim designer, is an honor. Miami is such an amazing city with so many incredible cultures represented, so it is the perfect setting to showcase our Prey collections which draw inspirations from cultures and countries all over the world,” notes Prey Swim designer and founder Audrina Patridge.

The show featured a slew of sunkissed models and swim influencers such as Sierra Skye (@SierraaaSkyee), Ashlen Alexandra (@AshlenAlexandra) and Tiffany Keller (@TiffanyKeller) rocking Prey’s new suit silhouettes, paired with shoes by ShoeDazzle that perfectly complemented the collections (ShoeDazzle.com).

The runway looks, styled by fashion stylist Ali Dariotis in collaboration with Prey Swim’s brand director and technical designer Kat Zepeda, were accessorized with jewelry designs by Luv AJ, Alisa Michelle, Les Deux and Briwok with hats by Gladys Tamez Millinery and sunglasses by Wildfox Boutique.

For hair, Celebrity Hair Stylist Sarah Potempa of The Beachwaver Co. created the perfect collection-inspired runway look featuring tousled long waves, in collaboration with Hair Stylist Adam Bogucki of Living Proof. Models showcased makeup by Stroke of Beauty led by Makeup Artist Amanda May, and nail designs by Deco Miami Nail Lacquer.

Audrina’s makeup was by Tony Touch.

Ro Brooks Joins the Cast of MEDINAH at Comic Con In San Diego

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July 15, 2017

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Ro Brooks Joins the Cast of MEDINAH at Comic Con In San Diego

(Los Angeles) — Actor Ro Brooks, joins the cast of “Medinah”, the highly anticipated Sci-Fi/Drama TV series from the Middle East, will make its World Premiere at Comic Con in San Diego on July 20-23, 2017.

Ro Brooks plays a CIA agent (Malik Jackson) from the states, sent to investigate the disappearance of his partner. The talented cast is lead by Academy Award Nominee, Eric Roberts at the helm.

Created by Ahmed Al Baker, Medinah was filmed in Doha, Qatar. Medinah is a story that tells when a rocket launch goes awry, a group of strangers stuck in a cave in the desert trying to survive, while the corporation that launched the rocket attempts to figure out what went wrong.

LINK TO MEDINAH TRAILER:

https://youtu.be/9ichAGXAk5M

About Ro Brooks

Ro Brooks is best known for his role as Michael on Tyler Perry’s “The Haves and the Have Nots” on OWN, followed by BET’s “The New Edition Story”, 3 part Mini Series. Brooks has been a busy man for the last 2 decades, starting his acting career as a background extra on the set of Robert Townsends, Meteor Man. Since then, Ro has gone on to work with other acclaimed directors such as Quentin Tarantino, Michael Bay, Simon West, Michael Mann and of coarse Tyler Perry.

Some of Ro’s accomplishments are, (Movies) Transformers; Revenge of the Fallen, A Beautiful Soul and Squatters starring Richard Dreyfuss; (Television shows) HBO’s critically acclaimed The Wire, FX’s Sons of Anarchy, Showtime’s Shameless, FOX’s Brooklyn Nine Nine and 24, CBS’s CSI New York, El Rey’s Matador, (Commercial) Toyota Avalon Commercial Campaign starring opposite International Actor Idris Elba. Brooks has also shown his support in the fight against and to bring awareness to HIV by joining the CDC “Doing It” campaign, A National Marine Corps Commercial Campaign “The Land We Love”. (Other Films) “Mysterious Ways”, starring opposite Wendy Raquel Robinson and “The Congregation”, starring opposite Shari Headley.

Ro Brooks has added author to his resume, releasing his book “How To Go From Extra To Actor: The aspiring actor’s guide to stardom”. http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/video/category/news/3494222-actor-ro-brooks-offers-tips-for-those-trying-to-get-into-spotlight/

This talented actor moves quickly towards being one of Hollywood’s Leading Men.

For more information on Ro Brooks, visit:

IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2497106/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Website: http://robrooks.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Ro-Brooks-Is-Todays-Leading-Man-Fan-Page/13643

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeromerobrooks

Instagram: http://instagram.com/robrooks_

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ROBROOKS1

The 5th International Academy of Web Television Awards Announced

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July 6, 2017

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The 5th International Academy of Web Television Awards Announced

The International Academy of Web Television is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of digital entertainment as well as furthering the common good and general welfare of industry professionals.

Hollywood, California – The International Academy of Web Television will host its 5th IAWTV Awards at a gala celebration honoring the best in streaming series starting at 7 p.m. on October 4, 2017, in the Ahmanson Ballroom at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. Red Carpet will start at 5 p.m.

The IAWTV (www.iawtv.org), now a division of The Caucus for Producers, Writers and Directors (www.caucus.org), will recognize the finest creators, cast and crew of web series from around the world. The IAWTV Awards 2017 returns the ceremony to its original Los Angeles base after being produced for several years in Las Vegas in conjunction with conferences such as CES and NAB.

Open to IAWTV members and non-members through the festival submission site FilmFreeway (www.filmfreeway.com), the show itself will recognize the contributions of creative professionals in 30 separate categories that run the gamut of genres and crew positions. The entire ceremony will be streamed live online. Former hosts for the show include Emmy-winners Chris Hardwick and Carrie Preston; and Tony-winner and SAG Award-winner Roger Bart. The IAWTV will announce its 2017 host soon.

The Caucus Co-Chairs, Tanya Hart and Robert Papazian, expressed their delight at the international platform that the IAWTV Awards represents.

“We at The Caucus for Producers, Writers and Directors are extremely proud and excited to have the IAWTV as a new division of The Caucus. Their awards ceremony will be an enormous celebration of the creative digital content providers in the world of entertainment.”

IAWTV Chairman and Executive Board Member of The Caucus, Tina Cesa Ward, agrees. Her goal this year has been to return the awards show to Los Angeles while maintaining its prestige and international reach.

“We feel that the IAWTV Awards offers independent television creators the chance to be celebrated for their efforts on a global platform,” said Ward. “It’s a great way to get the word out about the deserving shows people are creating from around the world.”

Ward, an award-winning writer/director and a seasoned veteran of independent television, has worked on more than four digital series, including IAWTV Award-winner (Best Directing in a Drama) “Anyone But Me,” a series that has garnered more than 50 million views and was the first Writers Guild of America winner for Original New Media.

The Caucus mission is “leading the evolution of television by providing a creative forum for Producers, Writers & Directors to explore the issues of the ever-changing landscape of content and exhibition.” The IAWTV Awards supports this mission by rewarding shows that expand the boundaries of independent television.

The 19th Educating Young Minds 2017 Awards Celebration With Dr. George J. McKenna III, Vice President, Los Angeles Unified School District Board Of Education Was A Night To Remember!

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July 6, 2017

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The 19th Educating Young Minds 2017 Awards Celebration With Dr. George J. McKenna III, Vice President, Los Angeles Unified School District Board Of Education Was A Night To Remember!

Los Angeles –Educating Young Minds held its 19th Annual Awards Celebration with guest speaker, Dr. George J. McKenna III, Vice President of the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education recently.

The Celebration took place at a breath taking private estate in Los Angeles. In attendance were notable politicians, celebrities, corporate sponsors, parents, EYM alumni, students and hosted by radio personality, Kevin Nash. This year’s Awards Gala was produced and directed by Bruce Cecil.

Educating Young Minds varied programs has empowered thousands of students and families, and serves as one of the most astute supplemental educational programs in the nation.

About Dr. George McKenna

Dr. George McKenna, Vice President, Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education. He has received over 400 citations and awards in recognition for his work. Dr. McKenna’s reforms at George Washington Preparatory High School have been copied nationwide and the story of Dr. McKenna’s turnaround of Washington Prep was made into a movie called The George McKenna Story, which starred Denzel Washington playing the role of George McKenna. In addition to teaching and working as a school principal, he has also served as superintendent of the Inglewood Unified School District, deputy superintendent of Compton Unified School District and assistant superintendent of secondary schools for the Pasadena Unified School District.

Dr. McKenna, Dr. McKenna grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana. He began teaching in the Los Angeles Unified School District in 1962. He later became principal of the George Washington Preparatory High School in 1979. At the time McKenna took the position, the school was failing and had problems with gang violence, drug dealing and gun fights, but under his reforms, the school eventually became an institution with an attendance waiting list and with nearly 80 percent of its students going on to college.

About Educating Young Minds

Educating Young Minds’ culture and methodology for underserved, underrepresented, at-risk youth and their families, channels their abilities and energies, linking high expectations with academic, emotional and social success. Educating Young Mind’s strategies and activities, with a student/teacher ratio of 6 to 1, accommodates students (grades Pre-K-12) with varied backgrounds and learning abilities.

Educating Young Minds provides a customized, Holistic approach with empowering resources, unlimited opportunities and curricula tailored to exceed required standards on both a personal and digital platform. Addressing the academic, social and emotional needs of our community, we provide solutions cultivating desire, talent and ability that create a standard of excellence within you. Consequently, more than 82% of EYM students graduate from 4-year colleges. For more information regarding EYM programs & requirements please visit: http://www.educatingyoungminds.org or call our office at (213) 487-2310.

About Angeles Echols-Brown

Angeles LaRose Patricia Echols Brown, founder/Chairman of the Board, Educating Young Minds. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee and attended Cornell University and earned her B.A. in psychology, with an emphasis in child development and human behavior. While attending Cornell, Angeles discovered a love for the arts, teaching and for working with young people.

After college, she worked as a tutor and instructor at a wide range of traditional and alternative schools. Very quickly she discovered the tremendous demand and need in her community, especially among people of color, for supplemental education and counseling services. Soon her apartment was filled every day with children, with every part of the apartment in use as an educational facility. The need for a stand-alone facility became clear, thus Angeles founded Educating Young Minds Tutorial Program.

Mrs. Echols Brown has received hundreds of awards and citations for her life’s work. The truest testament to Mrs. Echols’ work is the young men and women that graduate from EYM, who succeed in college, and then return to their communities as role models and as leaders. Currently four former students are on staff at EYM. They are intelligent and giving as they teach, mentor and take leadership roles within the organization. They are the future of EYM, and the lessons they have learned from EYM teachers, staff and Mrs. Echols Brown, they now teach to others. Ms. Angeles Echols, is available for interviews & speaking engagements.

BET Experience Fashion & Beauty 2017

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June 30, 2017

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June 29, 2017. Los Angeles

For two days, LA fashionistas had a chance to visit the BET Experience Fashion & Beauty events. On June 24, everyone could enjoy numerous Hair Demonstrations and fashion shows, and the very next day the fans could attend the Jessica Pettway (Motions Hair Demonstration) event, Kayla Brianna’s Runway Performance, Big Freedia (Meet & Greet), Big Freedia (Bounce Tutorial), Jessica Pettway (Motions Hair Demonstration), Fashion Happy Hour (Kara McCullough), and Motions Hair Demonstration.

The events took place at LACC West Hall Concourse Hall, Los Angeles

Stylers Panel Tour

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June 29, 2017

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Los Angeles – Kiera Renee, a Los Angeles female Entrepreneur and Executive Producer of “Stylers Panel Tour” used the Uber ride-sharing service to produce a 4-city tour! Kiera, came up with the idea to drive Uber and use it as a way to connect and network with the residents and transplants of Los Angeles. Over the course of 1 year, Kiera was able to connect with over 800 people and from it she was able to leverage those contacts to help her produce a 4 city tour that highlights the work those people and their brands.

The Stylers Panel Tour is a platform that introduces Fashion and Beauty Entrepreneurs to Founders of successful businesses and has panel discussions that gives free advice on branding, digital marketing and business development. The Los Angeles event on June 29th consists of a panel full of passengers from Kiera’s Uber experiment. Katie Stein from Roc Nation, Stephen Meade, Founder of Big Bamboo LLC and Seanne Murray, Founder of Stop Stuff all agreed to speak at Stylers Panel after their ride with Kiera.

Stylers Panel will travel from Los Angeles to Philadelphia, New York and Washington D.C and feature guest speakers as well as the businesses and products all discovered during a ride-sharing experience.

Who: Kiera Renee

What: Stylers Panel Tour

The Stylers Panel Tour connects Fashion and Beauty Influencers and Entrepreneurs in Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Washington D.C and New York and allows them to connect while gaining the resources needed to develop a well rounded brand! Join us on June 29th at 7083 Hollywood Blvd for the Kick-Off of the Stylers Panel Tour!! This is the premiere destination for Fashion and Beauty Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners to connect and gain FREE knowledge needed to build profitable brands. For the first time, we will host a Speed Networking course, hosted by Stephen Meade, that teaches Entrepreneurs how to pitch themselves and their businesses in 60 Seconds!

Where: La Brea WeWork Tower, 7083 Hollywood Blvd

When: June 29th, 2017

Time: 6-9pm

About Kiera Renee:

Kiera Renee is a Media Maven and Founder of TrendyMii, a multimedia outlet prided on the cultivation of Entrepreneurs. Kiera Renee graduated from California State University Northridge with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism and Associates Degree in Communications.

Kiera had no idea that her career would go down a path of event production, but the gift had always been brewing within. Kiera got the production bug in early adolescence. In High School, Kiera was very active on campus producing Homecoming productions. She was so versed at it that by her Sophomore year she was given full authority over all decision-making regarding such productions. She went on to lead her graduating class to 3 of 4 first place finishes.

Flash-forward 8 years to 2013, Kiera’s launched her first production, an Award Show, Pass The Torch. She presented an Achievement Award to the legendary Aundrae Russell, Program Director of 102.3 KJLH. The success of the event led Ms. Renee to be recognized by The Real Talk Radio Show as “Entrepreneur to Watch 2014.”

With this newfound title and being a struggling entrepreneur in Los Angeles, Kiera was forced to acquire the ability to produce events with no budget.

She was able to successfully land partnerships with buildings, gain sponsors and effectively develop lasting relationships with industry professionals.

In 2014 Kiera launched Stylers Panel, an interactive panel that brings out top industry Executives in Marketing, Branding, PR and Finance to share their success stories and give tip and tricks to managing a small business on a tight budget. The birth of this production evolved into her monthly networking mixer Stylers Panel: The Melrose Experience Edition. The Melrose Experience has connected over 1,000 professionals since it’s launch in January 2016.

Kiera Renee is still a young Entrepreneur herself, nevertheless, she understands that her purpose in life is to help build up as many entrepreneurs as God will allow her. In the future Kiera hopes to teach all across the country and launch impactful events that change lives.

Additional Production Credits: Hair+Fashion Week, Lifestyle Beverly Hills, T-shirts and Brunch, The Melrose Experience, Pass The Torch Award Show

Kiera recently worked on productions with celebrities such as Hall of Fame Football player Eric Dickerson, Actress Vivica A. Fox, Casting Director of Empire, Leah Daniels-Butler, Designer Walter Mendez, Star of Little Women LA, Tonya Banks and more.

www.stylerspanel.com

www.instagram.com/stylerspanel

www.youtube.com/Trendymii

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Celebrities Attend the 17th Annual MAXIM Hot 100 Party

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June 28, 2017

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Celebrities Attend the 17th Annual MAXIM Hot 100 Party

Los Angeles, June 24, 2017

Photo Credit: Getty Images

On June 24^th, all eyes were on Hailey Baldwin, Ireland Baldwin and Blac Chyna as they posed on the red carpet at the Maxim Hot 100 event organized by Karma International.

The event took place at the Hollywood Palladium, Los Angeles. Hailey Baldwin, the number one girl on Maxim’s Hot 100 list, hosted the party with the outstanding performances by DJ Savi and DJCJ, Pravin Shaw and a special performance by DJ Khaled.

Hailey Baldwin wowed in a white ensemble as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women. She ordered DJ Khaled boxes and boxes of his favorite kinds of pizza via PostMates as a kind gesture, which he loved.

Blac Chyna showed off her beautiful post-baby body in celebration of MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women. She looked amazing but was super sore from her car accident the night before. She was overheard saying that it really shook her up and that, especially as a mom, her life flashed before her eyes and all she could think about was her little one.

Ireland Baldwin and Hailey Baldwin showed each other love as they celebrated of MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

DJ Khaled wowed the crowd during his performance in celebration of MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Jamie Foxx kept his cool upon entry as he celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Christina Milian, Jamie Foxx and Karrueche Tran were all smiles as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Hot 100 honoree Delilah Hamlin showed off her incredible figure as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Christina Milian and bestie Karrueche Tran couldn’t contain their excitement as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

G-Eazy was in relaxed spirits as he celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Recording artist Wiz Khalifa and his new girlfriend Izabela Guedes kept each other close as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Jamie Foxx and Floyd Mayweather hugged it out as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Peyton List was poised as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Joanna Krupa looked drop dead gorgeous as usual as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Hot 100 honoree Jasmine Tookes looked angelic as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Shanina Shaik shimmered in gold as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

DJ Khaled and Nicole Tuck were closer than ever as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Rich Kids of Beverly Hills star Dorothy Wang and Bachelor in Paradise star Chad Johnson spent time together in the VIP section as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Newly-married couple Larry English (L) and Nicole Williams were quite the complimentary pair as they celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Nick Cannon enjoyed his time MC’ing as he celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Eva Marcille sported a bo-ho chic look as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

Justine Skye looked flawless in a black ensemble as she celebrated MAXIM’s release of its annual Hot 100 Issue celebrating the world’s most beautiful women.

The iconic magazine brought the list to life at this year’s 17th annual MAXIM Hot 100 Party, produced by Karma International, on Saturday, June 24^th at The Hollywood Palladium in L.A. The event was hosted by Hailey Baldwin and had an outstanding talent lineup, featuring deejay sets by DJ Savi and DJCJ, Pravin Shaw and a special performance by DJ Khaled. The event featured fashion vignettes, interactive brand activations, premium spirits and mixology, chart topping talent and most importantly, a curated, beautiful guest list. With that said, VIP guests were treated to specialty cocktails provided by Absolut Elyx, Perrier-Jouët Champagne, sought-after giveaways provided by Postmates, and other refreshing libations by Tequila Avión. Guests were, upon entry, greeted with sounds courtesy of Monster Headphones. In addition to the presence of some of the most beautiful models in the world brought to you by Pure Alliance Group, guests chillaxed in the Green Kings Lounge. Reenergizing sips were provided by Redbull, while water was offered by CORE Hydration, in addition to some fantastic gourmet food by My World On A Plate. Also upon entry, DAVISANTI showcased his beautiful fashion and costume designs for all attendees to appreciate and enjoy. Tasty desserts were provided by Belladonna Sweets, and, finally, Pako Pablos had his art on display and unveiled exclusive portraits made specifically for Hailey Baldwin and DJ Khaled. Karma International is an exclusive, private membership organization known for its tastemaker, elite crowd and rolodex of high profile celebrity guests. Karma International is also dedicated to connecting exceptional & inspirational individuals both socially and professionally.

Polish American model Joanna Krupa appeared wearing a NuKi dress and Brian Atwood shoes.

Model and social media personality Abigail Ratchford shared her secrets of staying in shape: “I just cut out all carbs, all alcohol and I really, really watch my self-intake. I eat a lot of salads, grilled chicken and get a spray tan. If you can’t tone it, then tan it”. She is currently working on her skin care line and possibly a lingerie line, and trying to expand her brand. Abigail has about 8 million followers on Instagram #AbigailRatchford (the one with the blue check).

Lana Zakocela (Maxim’s May cover model): “I feel very, very happy, privileged. Big thank you to the Maxim team!”. “I’m doing acting, it’s gonna be my next thing. I’ve just finished theatre school in New York and moving forward”, – she admitted.

Antje Utgaard shared she was wearing House of CB. “I’m 5’10. I am from Wisconsin. I am a big goofball. I am from the city that the Super Bawl 2018 is gonna be at. I am all natural”, – she said.

Maxim’s cover girl Emily Sears (Maxim South Africa December 2015) was wearing a Stello dress. “I love Maxim and I love Maxim parties because Maxim celebrates women”, – she said.
“It’s a chance to be social together and have fun”, said actor and former American football safety Kerry Rhodes who showed up with his wife Nicky Whelan.
“I play a twisted character, quite an evil who is a very angry lady”, – she said about her character in the Inconceivable movie starring Nicolas Cage. Follow them @ nickywhelan and @kerryrhodes.
Other celebs in attendance included Shane West, Quincy Brown, Robert Ri’Chard, Casper Smart, Summer Rae, Justin Combs, Too Shart, Brittany Furlan, MacDaddy, Shaun Ross, Nick Bateman, Bryson Tiller, Lil Mama, Danielle Monet, Don Benjamin, Liane V and many others.

Sponsors and organizers included MAXIM, Karma International, Absolut Elyx, Perrier Jouët Champagne, Postmates, Tequila Avión, Monster Headphones, Pure Alliance Group, Green Kings, Red Bull, Core, My World on a Plate, Davisanti, Belladonna Sweets and Pako Pablos.

ABOUT KARMA INTERNATIONAL:

Karma International is an exclusive, private membership organization dedicated to connecting exceptional & inspirational individuals both socially and professionally. Karma is a globally recognized leader in producing branded, experiential events. Led by acclaimed live show and award-winning producer, Dylan Marer, Karma is a collaborative team of highly creative production designers and logistics specialists. Together, the Karma team is consistently known for putting on world-renowned, theatrically produced events that range from the most intimate, exclusive gatherings, to full ship cruise concert charters, themed estate takeovers and celebrity driven award show parties. In addition, Karma is also known for producing events around some of the most coveted, top media-driven sporting events in the nation, like the Super Bowl, Indy 500 and the Kentucky Derby. For more information on Karma International, please visit: www.karmainternational.com.

MASTERS OF ILLUSION RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON ON THE CW NETWORK

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MASTERS OF ILLUSION RETURNS FOR A FOURTH SEASON ON THE CW NETWORK

HOSTED BY DEAN CAIN, THE SERIES RETURNS FRIDAY, JUNE 30 WITH
TWO 30-MINUTE EPISODES AIRING BACK TO BACK, STARTING AT 8/7C

June 23, 207, Hollywood, CA

MASTERS OF ILLUSION, produced by Associated Television International and hosted by Dean Cain, will return for a fourth season on The CW with two 30-minute episodes airing back to back on Friday, June 30, 2017 at
8:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. Central.

The new season of the fast-paced 30-minute episodes will feature 36 of the world’s greatest magicians, including many new performers, more Close-Up magic, lots of audience participation and interactive magic involving modern technology.

Dean Cain, host of Masters of Illusion, is an actor, producer and writer. Cain also appears in the hit CW series, “Supergirl,” in which he plays the role of Supergirl’s adoptive father, Jeremiah Danvers. Other upcoming projects include the films, “Baby Bulldog,” “The Incantation,” “A Parent’s Worst Nightmare” and “Gosnell: America’s Biggest Serial Killer.” His breakthrough performance as an actor was in the dual roles of Superman/Clark Kent in the television series “Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.”

The roster of award-winning magicians from around the world appearing in Season Four of Masters of Illusion is a virtual who’s who in the field of magic.

Adam Wylie (Los Angeles, CA)
Barry & Stuart (Barry Jones and Stuart McLeod, Scotland)
Bill Cook (Chicago, IL)
Billy Kidd (London, UK)
Chipper Lowell (Los Angeles, CA)
Chris Korn (Los Angeles, CA)
Chris Randall (Los Angeles, CA)
Draven (Las Vegas, NV)
Ed Alonzo (Los Angeles, CA)
Eric Jones (Baltimore, MD)
Farrell Dillon (Boise, ID)
Greg Gleason (Las Vegas, NV)
Jarrett & Raja (Jarrett Parker and Raja Rahman from Las Vegas, NV)
Jason Bird (Las Vegas, NV)
Jason Bishop (Blandon, PA)
Jeff McBride (Las Vegas, NV)
Jibrizy (Chicago, IL)
Jonathan Pendragon (Vermont)
Joshua Jay (New York, NY)
Kyle Marlett (Las Vegas, NV)
Leon Etienne (Utica, NY)
Les Arnold & Dazzle (Les Arnold and Alex Arnold, Los Angeles, CA)
Matt Marcy (Culver City, CA)
Michael Grandinetti (Los Angeles, CA)
Murray SawChuck (Las Vegas, NV)
Naathan Phan (Los Angeles, CA)
Nathan Burton (Las Vegas, NV)
Neil Croswell (Montreal, Canada)
R.J. Cantu (Las Vegas, NV)
Scott Pepper (San Antonio, TX)
Shawn Farquhar (Montreal, Canada)
Sos Petrosyan, Jr. (Altrip, Germany)
Tigran Petrosyan (Altrip, Germany)
Tommy Wind (Las Vegas, NV)
Tony Chapek (Atlanta, GA)
Xavier Mortimer (Las Vegas, NV)

Masters of Illusion is produced by Associated Television International with returning Executive Producers David McKenzie (“The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards,” “Marie”), Gay Blackstone (“The World Magic Awards” 2007-2009), David Martin (“The World Magic Awards” 2007-2009, “Marie”), and Al Schwartz (“The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards,” “The Golden Globe Awards” 2013 and 2014), along with Co-Executive Producers Justin Pierce (“The Rocky Saga: Going The Distance”) and Jim Romanovich (“From Rocky To Creed,” “The 38th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards”).

Associated Television International (ATI) is an Emmy Award-winning company that has been the world’s largest producer of magic for both stage and screen for over three decades. ATI’s television series, specials and feature films have aired on all U.S. broadcast networks, major cable channels and with television partners all over the world. Current series in production include: “The Hollywood Christmas Parade,” “Masters of Illusion,” “Robert Earl’s Be My Guest,” and the Emmy Award-nominated “Laura McKenzie’s Traveler.” ATI has also been Emmy Award-nominated for its various television specials and series. For more information, please visit www.associatedtelevision.com

Best Dressed Celebrities At The 39th Moscow International Film Festival

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Best Dressed Celebrities At The 39th Moscow International Film Festival

PHOTOS BY: Gennadiy Avramenko

June 22, The Moscow International Film Festival welcomed media, Russian and foreign filmmakers, actors and talent to celebrate its 39^th anniversary.

“The Moscow International Film Festival is one of the oldest in the world. For the first time, it was held in 1935 with Sergei Eisenstein as chairman of the Jury. Nevertheless, the Festival history is usually traced back to 1959, when it became a regular event. It is noteworthy that the Festival was reborn in the 1960s during the so called “period of thaw”, when film industry experienced an influx of filmmakers of a new generation whose spiritual experience was shaped by the great victory over fascism. In 1959 the opening ceremony of the first “thaw” Festival was held in the grand Palace of Sports in Luzhniki, Moscow”.

“Over the past 20 years the Festival Jury was headed by the leading world film personalities Richard Gere, Theo Angelopoulos, Margarethe von Trotta, Alan Parker, Gleb Panfilov, Fred Schepisi, Luc Besson, Geraldine Chaplin, Héctor Babenco, Pavel Lungin, Mohsen Makhmalbaf.

The program director of the MIFF is Kirill Razlogov, a culturologist, the selection committee is headed by a Russian film critic Andrei Plakhov.

For many years the President of the MIFF has been the Russian director and actor Nikita Mikhalkov” (http://39.moscowfilmfestival.ru).

This year the main competition Jury includes director and producer Reza Mirkarimi, famous Italian actress Ornella Muti, Finnish writer, director and producer Jörn Donner, Spanish director/screenwriter Albert Serra, Russian actor/director Alexander Adabashyan, and German expert of film/advisor Brigitta Manthey.

The red carpet attendees included actress Ornella Muti, Nikita Mikhalkov’s wife and Russian public figure Tatiana Mikhalkova, the editor of Hello! Magazine Svetlana Bondarchuk, actress Svetlana Khodchenkova, model Polina Popova, and many others.