Star Gazing

HOLLYWOOD—Whatever happened to these celebrities? There's a reason why we call them stars-some have lights that burn brighter and faster than others. They have fallen off of the radar. Well unfortunately, despite how promising things looked, these actors and actresses just couldn't seem to break into the mainstream. Whether it was just bad luck in role choices, rumors of...

HOLLYWOOD—It goes without saying that Americans are ready for the Super Bowl LI. More than 116.5 million viewers tuned in last year, according to the NFL. Whether your money is on the New England Patriots or the Atlanta Falcons, hordes of Hollywood celebrities and football-frenzied revelers will be partying in Houston, Texas. One of the main attractions of the...

HOLLYWOOD—It's all about beauty, makeup and glitz, that's what IMATS 2017 was all about. IMATS which stands for International Make-Up Artist Trade Show took place on January 13 thru January 15 at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena. Make-up pros from fashion and film were all present including the IMATS make-up museum at the sold-out convention. Some of the keynote...

HOLLYWOOD—The Golden Globes officially started the 2017 awards season, which we all know will last until the Academy Awards. Hollywood's biggest stars shined bright in this season's major trend-sequins. There was a lot of pink, a very popular color. Zoe Zaldana looked pretty in pink, along with Felicity Jones and Lily Collins. The emergence of yellow was a surprise color...

HOLLYWOOD—One of the saddest endings to 2016 was the death of Miss Debbie Reynolds. I was in total disbelief and shock. I spoke to Miss Reynolds a few years ago on the phone, and she was one of the most heart-warming, humble, down to earth person I ever spoke to. Miss Reynolds grief for her daughter, Carrie Fisher leads...

HOLLYWOOD—As the famous New Year's Eve ball descends, an estimated 1 million people will be in Times Square, millions nationwide and over a billion watching throughout the world are united in bidding farewell to 2016. In just a few days everyone will countdown, 10, 9, 8, 7,6,5, 4,3, 2,1...Happy New Year 2017! What a year it has been. A year...

HOLLYWOOD—Seems like everyone is trimming their holiday budget. It's usually the thought that counts. Keep in mind the financial costs and crowds associated with Christmas don't have to be a burden. While Christmas is just a few days away, lets keep a cap on the spending of gifts if you are a last minute shopper. Sadly, if you are on...

HOLLYWOOD—Tis the Season to be jolly. Christmas has been the season of spreading good cheer, of spending time with family and loved ones. It's the season for sharing, caring and giving. It's the special time of year when we all feel love and compassion and do some extra family bonding. Let's not forget the less fortunate. Or the ones that...

HOLLYWOOD—Everyone froze in disbelief, in horror. Such a tragic night on December 8, 1980. After reality set in, everyone thought it was a misunderstanding in news reporting. Back then, there was no instant news, you simply had to wait for the news station to report it. Moods began changing from happy-go-lucky to somber darkness. Everyone seemed depressed. That night was...

HOLLYWOOD—Why is it that we can't enjoy one holiday at a time? It seems that people skip over Thanksgiving and go right from Halloween to Christmas. It's that time again to load up your cart and make it across the finish line. Bargain-hunters venture out on Black Friday looking for great deals from Smart TV's to the new iPhone...