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Kate Hudson, Connor Franta, and Jess Cagle Honored at 2016 GLSEN Respect Awards

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Kate Hudson, Connor Franta, and Jess Cagle Honored at 2016 GLSEN Respect Awards

LOS ANGELES (October 22, 2016) – GLSEN, the leading national education organization focused on ensuring safe and affirming schools for all students, honored Kate Hudson, Connor Franta, Jess Cagle, Target, Kevin Brockman and San Diego high-school student Edward Estrada at GLSEN’s Respect Awards – Los Angeles on Friday, October 21, at the Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills. The GLSEN Respect Awards, introduced in 2004 and held annually in Los Angeles and New York, showcase the work of students, educators, individuals and corporations who serve as exemplary role models and have made a significant impact on the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) youth.

The program also featured GLSEN National Student Council members from California, Florida, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Texas who shared their own stories of why GLSEN’s work is important and how it has helped each of them in creating more positive school climates in their own communities.

Speakers were GLSEN Executive Director Eliza Byard; Inspiration Award honoree Kate Hudson; #Gamechanger Award honoree Connor Franta; Visionary Award honoree Jess Cagle; Rick Gomez, SVP Brand and Category Marketing, Target, accepting the Champion Award; Hero Award honoree Kevin Brockman; Student Advocate of the Year Edward Estrada; Julia Roberts; Garrett Clayton; Nina Dobrev; Jeffrey Katzenberg; Kate Mulgrew; Charlie Carver; Jim Fielding; Jim Parsons; Robbie Rogers; and Andrew Graham.

The GLSEN Respect Awards – Los Angeles continues with an online auction via Charitybuzz that features items such as a private lunch with Matt Bomer and Joe Manganiello; tickets to the premieres and afterparties of movies “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” in New York City and “Arrival” in Los Angeles; an acoustic guitar signed by Katy Perry; dinner and taping of “Hell’s Kitchen,” including meeting host Gordon Ramsay; exclusive hotel packages for stays in California and Arizona; and set visits to “The Bold and the Beautiful” and “Cake Wars.”

GLSEN has led the way on LGBTQ issues in K-12 education since 1990. Through ground-breaking original research, innovative program development, student leadership and educator training, community organizing, and targeted state and federal advocacy, GLSEN has seen the impact of its work with the development of educational resources, direct engagement of youth and educators, and national programs like GLSEN’s Day of Silence, GLSEN’s No Name-Calling Week, and GLSEN’s Ally Week.

Previous GLSEN Respect Awards honorees have included Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel; Zachary Quinto; Julia Roberts and Danny Moder; Derek Hough; Matthew Morrison; NBC Chairman Bob Greenblatt; Jeffrey and Marilyn Katzenberg; Bob and Harvey Weinstein; former NBA player Jason Collins; Darren Star; Shonda Rhimes; Michele and Rob Reiner; Andrew Tobias; John Mack, CEO of Morgan Stanley; NBA executive Rick Welts; the National Education Association; Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak; Simon Halls and Matt Bomer; MTV; Disney-ABC Television; Johnson & Johnson; and HBO, as well as student leaders and educators from around the country.

Honorary co-chairs for the event were Matt Bomer and Simon Halls, Bob Greenblatt, Marilyn and Jeffrey Katzenberg, Chris McMillan, Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak, and Julia Roberts and Danny Moder.

Co-chairs for this year’s event were Jim Fielding, Dave Karger, Patrick Moran and Chip Sullivan. The event was co-hosted by Larry Angrisani, Greg Berlanti and Robbie Rogers, Brad Bessey and Frank Sanchez, Edison Briones, Kevin Brockman and Dan Berendsen, Jessica Capshaw and Christopher Gavigan, Terry Clark, Donald De Line, Matt Henry, Andrew Hotz and Kevin Friedman, Lauran Huff, Mike Irvin, Richard Konigsberg and Craig Olsen, George Kotsiopoulos, Carlos Lopez, Duncan Millership and Simon Thomas, Cody Morris and Christopher Landon, Corey Palent, Jonathan Rollo and Joey Gonzalez, Ben Roy, Mimi Slavin, and Ben Spector.

Sponsors of the 2016 GLSEN Respect Awards – Los Angeles included Presenting Sponsors Wells Fargo, Target and The Walt Disney Company.

About GLSEN

GLSEN champions safe and affirming schools for all students. We envision a world in which every child learns to respect and accept all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Each year, GLSEN programs and resources reach tens of thousands of K-12 schools across the United States, and our network of chapters brings GLSEN’s expertise to their local communities. GLSEN’s progress and impact have won support for our work at all levels of education in the United States and sparked an international movement to ensure equality for LGBTQ students and respect for all in schools. For more information on GLSEN’s policy advocacy, student leadership initiatives, public education, research and educator training programs, please visit glsen.org.

 

Starlight Children’s Foundation Presents Annual Dream Halloween Costume Party In Downtown Los Angeles

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Starlight Children’s Foundation Presents Annual Dream Halloween Costume Party In Downtown Los Angeles

Photo courtesy: Maury Phillips/Getty Images

On Saturday October 22, the Starlight Children’s Foundation presented their annual Dream Halloween event in downtown Los Angeles. Over 600 children from local hospitals as well as many celebrities attended the event and came out to raise awareness for the charity.  Many of the celebrities on the red carpet were children themselves and came out to make the event even better for the kids who attended. This event is definitely a treat for children who had a great party and enjoyed themselves for the evening.  And with all the bright faces and amazing costumes, it also is a great place to note fashion trends this Halloween.

Since the event was a costume party, many chose to show off their favorite Halloween costumes on the red carpet.  One of the first to arrive was Madisyn Shipman of Nickelodeon’s Game Shakers series.  She was throwing it back with an original ET inspired costume.  When I asked her about it she explained that her father and she had made it the night before because she felt like costumes were always better handmade.  A few of the other celebrities were also sporting handmade costumes.  One was Tiffany Espensen of Spiderman who wore this fun and colorful dress.  She described her costume as “a whimsical circus performer” and told me that her mother had sewed the costume for her.  Handmade is definitely the trend this Halloween.  Another original idea was from Luna Blaise of Fresh Off The Boat.  When I asked about her trendy costume she excitedly answered, “I’m not sure what I am supposed to be!” Then she explained she found her red choker at Topshop and decided that she must have gotten killed because she was bleeding from the neck.  Another fashionable star who showed off her handpicked costume was Aubrey Miller of Just Add Magic.  The fifteen-year-old described her costume as a hipster skeleton and said, “I thought it would be a fun take on a traditional skeleton outfit.”  One of the most popular costumes for boys was the Willie Wonka and we saw many different takes on it from the young stars.

The entertainment for the night also arrived on the red carpet in style.  The trending new band, The Leftover Cuties, showed up in their signature retro style with feather boas and fun accessories.  I also interviewed Chris Helfrich the CEO of the Starlight foundation about what he was looking forward to most for the evening and he replied, “600 kids and their families coming from hospitals around the area and giving them an escape.  It’s going to be amazing.”

The party got started around 6pm when CEO Chris Helfrich gave some opening remarks and thanked the sponsors of the event including Michael’s, Nintendo, and Northwestern Mutual.  He welcomed the Vice President of Michael’s who talked about how excited they were to be a part of the event.  Then in a special announcement, Helfrich revealed Starlight’s latest project, providing colorful and fun hospital gowns to children who are in the hospital.  He said that they hoped to see the gowns in hospitals across the country. Afterwards he introduced the first act of the night, up and coming band, Leftover Cuties.  The talented band played many fun songs while guests enjoyed the pastries and appetizers being served.

Next, the popular teen band Aussie Youth gave a performance along with Le Petit Cirque, the amazingly talented children’s circus that had been doing acts all night.  The attending children loved the brightly colored costumes and were excited to see the young band perform.

Upstairs everyone enjoyed the spooky Halloween crafts that Michael’s provided.  Children created everything from bracelets to frames for the photos from the photo booth.  There was also cookie decorating where kids designed their own cookies to take home.

Guests were also the first to experience the brand new Nintendo game, Mario Party Star Rush, in the gaming center.

The successful event brought many smiles to young faces.  Everyone had a good time showing support for such a worthy cause and getting into the Halloween spirit.

 

Meet our guest writer and blogger Sierra:

sierraHi, I’m Sierra and I’m a fashion and lifestyle blogger based in Los Angeles, CA. I love to write about new trends and share all the great things LA has to offer with the world on my blog. When I’m not blogging I am usually at the beach or continuing my quest to find all the best macaroons in Los Angeles. Follow my adventures on Instagram or Snapchat @cerisesdumatin

The Era of New Hollywood Glamour by Adolfo Sanchez

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The Era of New Hollywood Glamour by Adolfo Sanchez

The newest collection, “The New Hollywood” by Adolfo Sanchez debuted during Art Hearts Fashion Week at the glamorous Beverly Hilton, home of the annual Golden Globe Awards, is a take on the glamorous old Hollywood integrated with the fresh new Hollywood style of today.

The models fiercely strutted down the runway to rapper Desiigner’s hit song Timmy Turner. The collection featured feminine styles that enhanced a woman’s silhouette in a confident, sexy, yet chic way.

Some of the pieces featured on the runway consisted of sexy low-cut jumpsuits and dramatic tulle dresses and capes; with emphasis on extraordinary ruffled detail and brocades. Not to mention the extravagant jewelry by Alexander Loza that turned heads. As well as, who could forget the intricate and exotic handbags by Meika Wagner? The “New Hollywood” collection is perfect for what Spring/Summer 2017 has in store for us.

Photo: Misha Urubkov

Carmen Electra and Cassandra Cass Shine Bright on Marco Marco Red Carpet

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Carmen Electra and Cassandra Cass Shine Bright on Marco Marco Red Carpet

October 21st, The Globe Theater

Transgender actress Cassandra Cass and tv personality Carmen Electra were spotted on the red carpet at Marco Marco A Night in the Red Light fashion event that took place in the legendary Globe Theatre. Carmen Electra looked absolutely stunning in the striped Marco Marco dress as she was spotted posing with dancer Asaf Goren. Cassandra was wearing a nude sequin bra, leggings and gold boots that made her the best-dressed celeb on the red carpet.

Other celeb attendees included famous plus size model Dexter Mayfield who gracefully walked the runway later that night, Drag Race star Alaska who performed on the stage, and Adore Delano.

The underwear expert Marco Morante (Marco Marco) is also a celebrity costume designer whose pieces were worn by stars like Katy Perry. “I love underwear line. I started as a costume designer and I did costumes for Fergie and Britney Spears”, – he shared with HGM.

Marco’s latest collection is all about bright colors, sharp lines and stripes.

For more information on Marco Marco underwear go to  www.marcomarcounderwear.com

 

Photo: Misha Urubkov

 

Comedy-drama Jean of the Joneses Premieres on TV One

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Comedy-drama Jean of the Joneses Premieres on TV One

The critically acclaimed comedy-drama, Jean of the Joneses, premieres Sunday, October 23 at 7 p.m. ET (encore at 9 p.m. ET) on TV One. The network’s latest original movie centers on 25-year-old Jean, portrayed in a break-out performance by Taylour Paige (Hit The Floor), and her multi-generational, middle-class family of strong-minded yet loving women. In the wake of tragedy, this matriarchal clan uncovers secrets that will ultimately teach their family a powerful lesson of acceptance.

Paige is joined by co-stars Michelle Hurst ( Orange is The New Black) as Daphne, the matriarch whose secrets lead the ladies down a path of dysfunction. Jean’s aunts further complicate the family dynamics as Anne, the “baby” of the Joneses sisters, played by Erica Ash ( Survivor’s Remorse) is unable to take responsibility for her decisions. Janet, played by Gloria Reuben ( Lincoln, ER), finds herself in the midst of a bitter separation and projects negativity onto anyone in her path.

Sherri Shepherd ( Trial & Error, The View, The Soul Man) also appears in the dramatic role of Jean’s rigid mother “Maureen,” who, by holding on to the pain of her past, is unable to forge the relationship her daughter yearns to have. “It was pure joy working with Stella,” remarked Shepherd. “Her brilliance shines through every word on the page.”

Jean of the Joneses explores the multifaceted family issues that are both relatable  andoffer teachable lessons. Tensions rise, and old conflicts come to a boil, when Jean uncovers various buried family secrets while throughout the film, the Jones women  face their divorces, infidelities, and past transgressions. In particular, Jean faces the tough truths of her career and crippling ability to move on from a past relationship to the love staring her right in the face. Inspired by her own life experiences, the semi- autobiographical screenplay was the first script penned by writer-director Stella Meghie.

“Jean of the Joneses is an original film like none other seen on our network,” said Brad Siegel, TV One’s President. “As we continue to raise the bar with our original movies,we are motivated to continue presenting opportunities for increased visibility tonew talent – like Stella Meghie – whose powerful film demonstrates our commitment to support and nurture brilliant storytellers at all stages in their career.”

“I was so fortunate to work with TV One on my first feature film. I couldn’t have had a more creatively supportive team than Karen Peterkin, D’Angela Proctor and Brad Siegel,” remarked Meghie. “I’m so proud of Jean of the Joneses and excited to present it TV One’s audience.”

The film’s television debut follows a critically-acclaimed festival run, including a world premiere at SXSW where it earned a “Buzz” screening and rave reviews. Variety noted, “Meghie’s endearingly acerbic debut feature…deserves to be discovered at more stops along the festival circuit,” and the film went on to screen at Atlanta Film Festival, Los Angeles Film Festival (LAFF), and the Nantucket Film Festival.

Jean of the Joneses is directed and written by Stella Meghie, and was filmed on location in New York and Toronto, Canada. Amos Adetuyi, Stella Meghie and Floyd Kane serve as Producers, and the film is executive produced by Elizabeth Cullen and Sean Dwyer. For TV One, Karen Peterkin is Executive in Charge-of-Production and Director of Scripted Original Programming; Donyell McCullough is Senior Director of Talent & Casting; Robyn Greene-Arrington is VP of Original Programming; and D’Angela Proctor is Head of Original Programming.

For more information about TV One’s original movies, visit the network’s companion website at www.tvone.tv. TV One viewers can also join the conversation by connecting via social media on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook  (@tvonetv) using the hashtag #JeanOfTheJoneses and catch clips and promos on TV One’s YouTube Channel.

Jean of the Joneses movie premiere. Photo by Earl Gibson III
Jean of the Joneses movie premiere. Photo by Earl Gibson III
Jean of the Joneses movie premiere. Photo by Earl Gibson III
Jean of the Joneses movie premiere. Photo by Earl Gibson III

 

 

JEFFREY TAMBOR, AMY LANDECKER, DAX SHEPARD, SHAY MITCHELL, TERI POLO AND SHERRI SAUM TO PRESENT OUTFEST LEGACY AWARDS ON OCTOBER 23, 2016

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JEFFREY TAMBOR, AMY LANDECKER, DAX SHEPARD, SHAY MITCHELL, TERI POLO AND SHERRI SAUM TO PRESENT OUTFEST LEGACY AWARDS ON OCTOBER 23, 2016

SAMUEL LARSEN TO PERFORM
Los Angeles, CA (October 19, 2016) – Outfest, the non-profit organization promoting equality by creating, sharing, and protecting LGBT stories on the screen, announced today that Jeffrey Tambor (“Transparent”), Amy Landecker (“Transparent”), Dax Shepard (“Parenthood”), Shay Mitchell (“Pretty Little Liars”), Teri Polo (“The Fosters”) and Sherri Saum (“The Fosters”) will be presenting Legacy Awards to Jill Soloway, Sean Hayes and Freeform, respectively. Singer Samuel Larsen (“Glee”) is set to perform.

The 2016 Legacy Awards will take place on Sunday, October 23 at performing arts venue Vibiana in downtown Los Angeles, with head chef Neal Fraser (Redbird). Merrill Lynch will return as the Presenting Sponsor.

As previously announced, Soloway will be honored with the Visionary Award, which recognizes artistic and creative contributions to the LGBT media visibility for a body of work that includes “Transparent.” Hayes is receiving the Trailblazer Award in recognition of his exemplary career as a stage, film, television, and recording artist and for his longtime, passionate support of the LGBT community. Freeform is receiving the Corporate Trailblazer Award in recognition of its groundbreaking programming for young adults — people in high school, college and the decade that follows — which includes such LGBT-friendly programs including “Pretty Little Liars,” “The Fosters,” and “Shadowhunters.”

The Legacy Awards serves as a fundraiser to support the Outfest UCLA Legacy Project. Outfest and UCLA Film & Television Archive partnered in 2005 to create the Outfest UCLA Legacy Project, the only program in the world exclusively dedicated to saving and preserving LGBT moving images. The Legacy Project is aimed at the crisis in lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender moving-image archiving. Many of the landmark LGBT films produced over the last 40-plus years are already in danger of fading away; their original exhibition prints are in tatters, and their negatives are in woeful storage conditions or even lost. For the last 11 years, the Legacy Project is proud to have collected more than 36,000 moving-image items and to have restored 24 historically important film and video projects.

Previous Legacy Award honorees include Tom Hanks (Philadelphia), Lisa Cholodenko (The Kids Are All Right), Armistead Maupin (“Tales of the City”), Hilary Swank (Boys Don’t Cry), Lee Daniels (“Empire”), Craig Zadan and Neil Meron (Chicago) Adam Shankman (Hairspray), Roland Emmerich (Stonewall), Alan Poul (“The Newsroom”), Bruce Cohen (Silver Linings Playbook), and Paris Barclay (“Glee”).

The Legacy Awards are also sponsored by Brown-Forman, Delta Air Lines, Total Wine & More, and Variety. Tickets are on sale now at www.outfest.org. Tables and tribute ads are still available. For information about tables, contact 213-480-7011 or thelegacyawards@outfest.org. For sponsorship and tribute journal ads, please contact Amy Flower at amy@outfest.org

To buy tickets, please visit: http://bit.ly/2cAMuOp

About Outfest
Founded by UCLA students in 1982, Outfest is the world’s leading organization that promotes equality by creating, sharing and protecting LGBT stories on the screen. Outfest builds community by connecting diverse populations to discover, discuss and celebrate stories of LGBT lives. Over the past three decades, Outfest has showcased thousands of films from around the world, educated and mentored hundreds of emerging filmmakers, and protected over 36,000 LGBT films and videos. The Outfest UCLA Legacy Project is only program in the world exclusively dedicated to protecting LGBT films for future generations.

About UCLA Film & Television Archive
UCLA Film & Television Archive is renowned globally for its pioneering efforts to rescue, preserve and showcase moving image media, and it is dedicated to ensuring that the collective visual memory of our time is explored and enjoyed for generations to come.  cinema.ucla.edu

TransNation Festival Announces Film and Celebrity Lineup

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TransNation Festival Announces Film and Celebrity Lineup

Inaugural transgender film festival and beauty pageant co-presented by Amazon Prime in Los Angeles unveils exciting lineup and programming for October 20-23, 2016

 

Los Angeles, CA (September 27, 2016) – St. John’s Well Child and Family Center, creators of one of the largest transgender health programs in the country, is announcing the lineup of films and celebrity talent who will be featured at their first annual TransNation Festival. The event will raise funds for the Imperial Court of Los Angeles and Hollywood’s Nicole Murray Ramirez Scholarship Fund, and St. John’s Well Child and Family Center’s Transgender Health Program, which is an independent 501(c)3 community health center that serves one of the largest populations of transgender patients in the country with primary care, as well as socio-economic and social justice services.

On Saturday October 22, TransNation Festival will feature the 15th annual Queen USA transgender beauty pageant at The Theatre at the Ace Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. The event will be emceed by Candis Cayne and Curly Velasquez, and will include performances by The Prancing Elites, Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell and the Mariachi de Arcoiris de Los Angeles. The judges who will use their expertise in their respective fields to evaluate the contestants will include: Caitlyn Jenner, Geena Rocero, Angelica Ross, Alexandra Billings, iO Tillet Wright, Flawless Sabrina, Kelly Osbourne, Betty Cantrell, Gia Coppola, David Clark, Nikki Calabrese, City Commissioner Nicole Murray Ramirez, and Assistant Chief Beatrice M. Girmala of the L.A. Police Department. Contestants will compete in the categories of cocktail wear, swimsuit, evening wear and a question-and-answer portion, which will touch upon personal experiences as a transgender person, key issues facing the transgender community, identity, beauty, social responsibility, and activism.

Miss Major Griffin Gracy, Jill Soloway, and Tiq Milan will be honored during the festival for each of their individual contributions to transgender activism.

The Circle of Friends host committee for TransNation Festival includes:

  • Caitlyn Jenner
  • Kelly Osbourne
  • Kathryn Hahn
  • Kate Beckinsale
  • Jeffrey Tambor
  • Alexandra Billings
  • Zackary Drucker
  • Jill Soloway
  • Geena Rocero
  • Angelica Ross
  • Alexandra Grey
  • iO Tillet Wright
  • Leigh Hagood
  • Ian Harvie
  • Kortney Ryan Ziegler
  • Tiq Milan
  • Melora Hardin
  • Jen Richards
  • Jodie Sweetin
  • Betty Cantrell
  • Curly Velasquez
  • Ashly Perez
  • Rocco Kayiatos
  • Cecilio Asuncion
  • Michaela Mendelsohn
  • James W. Gilliam
  • Chief Beatrice Girmala
  • Mayor Pro Tem John Heilman
  • Lindsey Horvath
  • Laura Jane Grace
  • Abbe Land
  • Zoey Luna
  • Eddie Martinez
  • Lieutenant Don Mueller
  • Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy
  • Roland Palencia
  • Jeffrey Prang
  • Bamby Salcedo
  • Ashlee Marie Preston
  • Dr. Marilyn Lawrence
  • Victor Martinez

On October 20, 21, and 23rd, the inaugural TransNation Film Festival, guest-curated and hosted by Zackary Drucker, will feature an eclectic program of the best new features and shorts, rare and underseen gems, and classic titles that reflect the trans experience.

Filmmakers, actors, and special guests present these works, including a sneak preview of the new film More Than T by Silas Howard, the Los Angeles premiere of the short Diane from the Moon starring Mya Taylor, the documentary MAJOR! about the life and times of transgender elder and activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, and a celebratory screening of the rarely-seen 1968 pageant documentary The Queen, with a special West Coast appearance from queer icon Flawless Sabrina. Tickets to the films range from $12-$14 and will be shown in the following schedule (subject to change):

OCTOBER 20, 2016

 

TransNation Jose Julio Sarria Award presentation to Miss Major Griffin Gracy

MAJOR!

Thursday, October 20th: 7:00pm
Dirs. Annalise Ophelian and StormMiguel Florez, 2015, 85 mins

(w/ Annalise Ophelian & Storm Miguel Florez in person)

 

Special Shorts Program I (curated by Zackary Drucker w/ special guests Dirs. Marco LaVia, Hanna Ladoul and Carman Spoto, Paul Monroe and more)

Thursday, October 20th: 9:30 pm
“Alterations” (Dir. Juan Carlos Zaldivar, 2016, Digital Presentation, 19 min.)

“Soless” (Dir. Carman Spoto, 2016, DCP, 7 min.)

“Diane from the Moon” (Los Angeles premiere, Dir. Marco La Via & Hanna Ladoul, 2016,

11 min.)

“The Contortionist” (Dir. Greer Lankton)

 

FEMALE TROUBLE

Thursday, October 20th: Midnight

Dir. John Waters, 1974, 35mm, 89 min.

OCTOBER 21, 2016
Special Industry Panel with Geena Rocero and Allison Hoffman of Gender Proud Productions
Friday, October 21st: 3:00pm
LA VISITA

Friday, October 21st: 5:00pm

Dir. Mauricio López Fernández, Chile, 2014, DCP, 82 min.
Special Shorts Program II (curated by Zackary Drucker w/ special guests Silas Howard, Jen Richards, Giselle Messina, Mia Yamamoto, Rain Valdez and more!)

Friday, October 21st: 7:15pm

“More than T”—Sneak preview of three shorts! (23 mins)

Dir. Silas Howard, 2016)

“Elliot King Is Third”

                  (Director Rose Troche, 2013, 20 mins)

“Technical Difficulties of Intimacy” (LA premiere!)

Dir. Joel Moffett, 2015, 20 mins)

“Ryans“

Dir. Rain Valdez, 14:00


QUEENS AT HEART (w/ special guest Flawless Sabrina!)

Dir, 1967, 35mm, 22 min.

 

THE QUEEN

Friday, October 21st: 9:30pm

Dir. Frank Simon, 1968, 35mm, 68 min.

SOMETHING MUST BREAK

Friday, October 21st: Midnight

Dir. Ester Martin Bergsmark, Sweden, 2014, DCP, 85 min.

OCTOBER 23, 2016
IN A YEAR WITH 13 MOONS
Sunday, October 23rd: 4:15pm

 
TransNation Sylvia Rivera Award presentation to Tiq Milan

FREE CECE (w/ Dir. Jacqueline Gares and other special guests in person!)

Sunday, October 23rd: 7:00pm

Dir. Jacqueline Gares, 2016, DCP, 100 min.
A Tribute to Holly Woodlawn (presented by Zackary Drucker w/ special guests)
Sunday, October 23rd: 9:30pm
WILDNESS (Special guests to be announced)
Sunday, October 23rd: 11:45pm

Dir. Wu Tsang, 2012, Digital Presentation, 73 min.

St. John’s Well Child & Family Center is an independent 501(c)(3) community health center that serves patients of all ages through a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers and school-based clinics that span the breadth of Central and South Los Angeles and Compton. Their work goes far beyond the traditional healthcare model and in addition to providing a broad array of primary care services, they place a high priority on developing supportive services to address families’ educational, socio-economic, and mental health needs. St. John’s provides these services to many of the most under-represented populations in Los Angeles, including homeless, undocumented, and unaccompanied minor residents.

 

Several years ago, St. John’s Well Child & Family Center began developing the first transgender health care program, which is now one of the largest in the country and is the only to be designed and run by transgender people. While it is the largest and most effective in the country, it is estimated that there are still more than 30,000 transgender individuals in Los Angeles that don’t have access to these services, many of whom seek alternative methods like obtaining hormones at the swap meet, not under the care of a physician. TransNation was designed as a fundraiser to bring these vital services to a larger population in Los Angeles and beyond.

 

More information and tickets for the beauty pageant and film festival are available at www.transnationfestival.org.

 

ABOUT ST. JOHN’S

St. John’s Well Child and Family Center is an independent, non-profit community health center founded in 1964 with clinics covering the areas of Central and South Los Angeles and Compton. St. John’s Well Child and Family Center services patients of all ages through a network of health centers to eliminate health disparities and foster community wellbeing by providing and promoting the highest quality care in South Los Angeles. Learn more at www.wellchild.org.

Designer Erik Rosete and Art Hearts Fashion Take Over Los Angeles Fashion Week

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Designer Erik Rosete and Art Hearts Fashion Take Over Los Angeles Fashion Week

Interviews by Lana Krapivina

This season marks the evolution of LA Fashion with the platforms move to the most prestigious zip code in the world. Designers did not disappoint the over 1500 nightly guests packing the venue to see the latest creations from the international couture, streetwear and ready to wear brands participating in this seasons Los Angeles Fashion Week edition of Art Hearts Fashion.

Opening Night celebrated the art of couture with international powerhouse designers Amato Couture, Diana Couture, Marmar Halim, and Rahil Hesan Joined by Local favorites Kenneth Barlis, Michael NGO, Issac Newton, and DuAqua swim. The evening was a perfect mix of aesthetics for every fashioinistas palate. Celebrity stylists and guests included Jeanie Mai, Christina Milian, Sean Kingston, Dion Bleu, Daniel Musto, Erik Burns, Sebastien Hohl, and a full house of fashion insiders.

Night 2 of Art Hearts Fashion week continued the fashion domination with a 5pm showcase featuring international flavors from across Europe including Charles and Ron and Dair by Odair Pereria joined by up and coming designers Tigers Eye Clothing, AllAlong Apparel, and Wicked Things Boutique.  The 7pm presentation was an explosion of Los Angeles talent with crowd favorite Hale Bob opening the show to a full house of fashion hungry fans followed by an amazing presentation by SIWY Denim and a spicy finale by Latin designers Arzamendi Style and Willfredo Gerardo. The 9pm presentation did not disappoint with a gown take over by designers Fernando Alberto Atelier, Usama Ishtay, Michael Wallace and Adolfo Sanchez. Celebrities attending and walking for the night 2 designers included Daphne Joy, Cassandra Cass, Laith Ashley, Ariscestocrat, Makeup Shayla, Christian Salas Solis, Marla Solis and Jossie Ochoa.

“It is an honor to be here and be a part of Art Hearts that gives back”, – said designer Willfredo Gerardo who showed not just one but two of his collections during the Fashion Week.

“The collection is called The New Hollywood and it is all about what a girl on the red carpet looks like, new young Hollywood is an inspiration”, – said designer  Adolfo Sanchez about his new collection. The collection is a perfect mix of the classic, glamorous old Hollywood and the modern Hollywood vibe. Adolfo used hip hop music for his show and admitted that “it is such a big part of fashion right now”. Not to mention, Adolfo Sanchez dressed Kylie Jenner and it looks like Kim Kardashian might be the next on his list.

Kids ruled at the opening presentation for day 3 of Art Hearts Fashion week with shows by Lulu Et Gigi followed by Lil Jewels Boutique. The stand out children’s lines featured celebrity models including special Olympian Chelsea Werner, teen stars Zach Clayton, Ava Kolker star of girl meets world, Gigi Lopez daughter of Mario Lopez and Courtney Lopez, Bianca D’ambrosio, Chiara D’ambrosio, Juliet Jane, and Catherine Amelia to name a few of the participants of the star studded event.

Following the children’s collections was a mix of sci-fi sexiness from Dan Richters followed by tribal flavors by Dahil Republic of Couture. Argyle Grant and Koco Blaq rounded up the presentation with resort wear and tropical vibes.

9pm brought a rock and roll vibe with a streetwear takeover by Dunyah and Dexter Simmons followed by sexy lingerie from Liviara and a fiery finale by Mister Triple X. The show opened with none other than the original super model Janice Dickinson, brining the crowd on their feet and elevating the mood of the room. Closing the show was tattoo supermodel Marshall Perrin and Shas of Sunset star Golnesa “GG” Gharachedaghi. Celebrity guests included DJ Paul Three Six Mafia, Reza Farahan, Mike Shouhed, Adam Neely, Kiara Belen, Sham Ibrahim, Pol Atteu, Sean McElwee, Chelsea Werner,  and Patrick Simpson.

Closing Night of Art Hearts Fashion opened with the next generation of fashion designers from the Art Institute of California and closed with a spectacular presentation by the world’s most talented couture and costume designers. Designers included Luxery by Xandra, Albert Fontanilla, Albert Andrada, Resty Legare, Yas Couture by Elie Madi and Rocky Gathercole. The finale of Art Hearts Fashion was a star-studded extravaganza and an evening for dreams to come true. Christine Devine from Fox Television was on hand to witness several of the Wednesday’s Child alumni walk the runway for Eli Madi. Stars in support of the night included Akon and cast members of the hit shows Basketball Wives and Love and Hip Hop.

Art Hearts Fashion wrapped up 4 days of runway shows and 2 massive parties with over 50 designers and more than double the amount of talent and guests than any other platform in Los Angeles proving that home is wear the heart is. Guest management sponsor Gjests helped make for a smooth check in process to the over 5000 guests that attended the week of events.

Behind the scenes at Art Hearts Fashion Official Hair Sponsor FHI Brands created the stunning hair looks that wowed the thousands of guests throughout the week. Makeup sponsor April Love Pro Team worked tirelessly creating hundreds of amazing and unique runway looks in 4 days of presentations.

Guests of the event enjoyed Deep Eddy Vodka, Huberts Lemonade, Monster Energy, Selfie Cookie, and a lounge by Society Unici. Special thanks to Concrete Studios, Neptune, Shibue Couture, Moreno Champagne, Bdellium Tools,  Sauce Box Cosmetics, For The Stars Fashion House, Didi Roberts, Terri Ford, Trish Moran, Jessica Gutierrez, Rosy Muto, Tom Paschall, Beverly Hilton, Jeff Linett, Cory Green, Derrick Rodgers, Archives Showroom, Apparel News, Getty Images, Runway TV and FNL Networks. The runway shows presented by AIDS Healthcare Foundation help raise awareness for HIV/AIDS and this season’s shows are dedicated to their #KeepThePromise campaign which highlights AHF’s mission to provide access to treatment to the millions living with HIV.

Art Hearts Fashion has become one of the most esteemed fashion platforms in the nation, breaking new ground with revolutionary and cutting-edge runway exhibitions and receiving national and international acclaim. Art Hearts Fashion designers continue to make national headlines, being featured on major network television shows and pioneering never-before-seen shows. Participating designers can be seen on every major Hollywood celebrity including: Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj, Rita Ora, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Miley Cyrus, Carrie Underwood, and countless more. The platform is unequivocally intertwined with the causes and organizations it supports. Stay tuned as the gang over at Art Hearts Fashion heads east to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week China from October 25th – October 30th. For more details visit www.ArtHeartsFashion.com

Wiz Khalifa launches new clothing line Bash by Junkfood in Venice Beach

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Wiz Khalifa launches new clothing line Bash by Junkfood in Venice Beach

Fans of all ages lined up outside Junk Food clothing store on Abbot Kinney boulevard this past Saturday for the chance to see Wiz Khalifa who debuted his new clothing line Bash. The singer who is best known for his hit single Black and Yellow and more recently the song See You Again launched his first clothing line at the classic Venice boutique. Bash by Junkfood is a line inspired by his son Sebastian who even helped with some of the designing according to Khalifa. He pointed out the cartoon style pumpkin graphic on some of the t-shirts saying that Sebastian had been the one to draw the idea.

The store was decorated with photos of Khalifa and Sebastian posing in the clothing line and playing together. Khalifa took photos of the display as soon as he walked in excited to see his collection in the store. He said that Sebastian had a birthday party to attend and couldn’t make it to the release but seemed happy to be at the launch for his son. The clothing line consists of jackets and t-shirts for men and children and some of them are even matching. Khalifa explained that he and his son have the same sense of style saying that Sebastian was a “cool and classy kid”. This inspired some of the matching pieces for children and adults in the collection. One of my favorite pieces was the bomber jacket which came in sizes for children and adults for matching looks! The cartoon style graphics were a hallmark of the collection and represented Khalifa’s hope that his collection would send a message to have fun. Fans enjoyed the cute and stylish kids clothing most but, some also said they would wear the men’s clothing. When asked, Khalifa said Sebastian’s favorite piece was anything with pumpkins on it The October release was no accident since according to Khalifa Sebastian’s favorite holiday is Halloween. The collection even features several Halloween related graphics including ghosts and, of course, the pumpkins Sebastian created. Fans commented on the graphics pointing out the smiley face with a gold tooth that was displayed in the window of the store while they were waiting. Some thought it looked like a high face since Khalifa is known for his support of medical marijuana use.

The collection also featured Pittsburgh related designs and colors in a tribute to Khalifa’s hometown. The collection is also available in the Junkfood stores online shop so fans from all over can shop the collection. Overall the launch seemed like a success despite a sudden scheduling conflict that caused Khalifa to leave early. Many people purchased pieces from the collection excited to see the singers first foray into the fashion industry.

About Junk Food Clothing Co.

Junk Food came onto the scene in 1998, creating and forever changing the premium t-shirt market.  Carried in over 5,000 top stores throughout the world, Junk Food is a celebrity favorite, featured weekly on numerous style icons in major media. Junk Food recently extended its signature soft fabrics and trend-leading fits into an expanded contemporary collection, with unique treatments that make each piece feel one-of-a kind.  Also a licensing powerhouse, Junk Food has rights to over 800 major pop-culture licenses including numerous sports leagues, artists, and bands. Junk Food is sold online (www.junkfoodclothing.com) and at their flagship location (1103 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 9029).

 

About Wiz Khalifa

Multi-platinum selling, Grammy and Golden Globe nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa burst onto the scene with mainstream success with the release of his first major label debut, Rolling Papers in 2011. Rolling Papers spawned the hugely successful hits “Black and Yellow,” “Roll Up” and “No Sleep” and gave Wiz the platform to win the award for Best New Artist at the 2011 BET Awards and Top New Artist at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. His sophomore studio album, Blacc Hollywood, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart and featured the hit single “We Dem Boyz.” Soon after Khalifa’s track, “See You Again,” off the FURIOUS 7 soundtrack, catapulted to the top of the charts across 95 countries. Holding the #1 spot for 12 consecutive weeks, “See You Again” broke records by being Spotify’s most-streamed track in a single day in the United States and in a single week in 26 countries. In addition to winning 3 Teen Choice Awards in 2015, “See You Again” continued its success by winning a Critics’ Choice Award in the category Best Song, winning two Billboard Music Awards in the categories Top Hot 100 Song and Top Rap Song, earning three Grammy Award nominations in the categories Song of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Best Song Written for Visual Media, and a Golden Globe nomination in the category Best Original Song – Motion Picture. Wiz released his album Khalifa in February of 2016 as a thank you to fans which includes the tracks “Bake Sale” featuring Travis Scott, “Zoney” and “Elevated.” In June Wiz released TGOD Mafia Presents: Rude Awakening with his TGOD Mafia collaborator Juicy J. Wiz recently co-headlined The High Road Summer Tour with Snoop Dogg and is preparing to release a new studio album called Rolling Papers 2. For more information please visit www.wizkhalifa.com.

Meet our guest writer and blogger Sierra:

sierraHi, I’m Sierra and I’m a fashion and lifestyle blogger based in Los Angeles, CA. I love to write about new trends and share all the great things LA has to offer with the world on my blog. When I’m not blogging I am usually at the beach or continuing my quest to find all the best macaroons in Los Angeles. Follow my adventures on Instagram or Snapchat @cerisesdumatin

Courtney Love And Her Daughter Frances Bean Cobain Spotted at Seth Rogen’s Hilarity For Charity Event

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Courtney Love And Her Daughter Frances Bean Cobain Spotted at Seth Rogen’s Hilarity For Charity Event

October 16th, 2016, Hollywood Palladium

By Lana Krapivina

Seth Rogen’s Halloween wouldn’t be a fun if we didn’t spot actress Katie Stevens wearing Mary Poppins costume on the red carpet or Snoop Dogg performing on the stage of Hollywood Palladium later that night. Beautiful actress Elizabeth Olsen (Captain America’s Civil War), John Galecki (CBS Big Bang Theory), journalist and activist Maria Shriver, Michael Galante, Miss USA 2015 Olivia Jordan, Adam Shapiro (Steve Jobs), Katie Lowes (Scandal), Courtney Love and her daughter Frances Bean Cobain showed their support to Charity’s Annual Variety Show that raises awareness of Alzheimer’s disease.

Every year the Variety show has a specific theme, and this time it was all about Halloween, so some of the guests we noticed wearing funny Halloween costumes.

The evening was supported by Netflix, Rivet Revolution, BMW of Beverly Hills, LACroix, Fast Rabbit, and other sponsors.

About Hilarity For Charity:

In 2012, Seth Rogens and Lauren Miller Rogen (along with some amazing friends), created Hilarity For Charity (HFC), a movement to inspire change and raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease. They later established the Hilarity for Charity Fund as a part of the Alzheimer’s Association, through which funds raised are directed to help families struggling with Alzheimer’s care, increase support groups nationwide, and fund cutting edge research. Since its inception, Hilarity for Charity has raised over $5 million to support these efforts. Through evenings filled with music and comedy, the flagship Los Angeles Variety Show creates the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates.

Frances Bean Cobain and Courtney Love attend Hilarity for Charity's 5th Annual Los Angeles Variety Show: Seth Rogen's Halloween at Hollywood Palladium on October 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Misha Urubkov/The Photo Access
Frances Bean Cobain and Courtney Love attend Hilarity for Charity’s 5th Annual Los Angeles Variety Show: Seth Rogen’s Halloween at Hollywood Palladium on October 15, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Misha Urubkov/The Photo Access
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