Todd Schultz With Eddie Payton

The 11th Annual Celebrity Golf Outing for The Walter Payton Foundation was held outside Chicago at the Schaumburg Golf Course. One of the celebrities there was Todd Schultz from The Jerry Springer Show. He is seen here in the picture with Eddie Payton, Walter’s brother, congratulating the scholarship winner. When Eddie was asked, “How well does Todd golf?” Eddie smiled and said, “Well let’s just say Todd drinks a whole lot better then he golfs!” Todd is such a good entertainer for us out here. He keeps his team laughing and always has time for pictures and autographs – he was a huge hit this year. We hope he comes back next year and will have time for our event in Memphis this August.” The Walter Payton Foundation is helps abused, neglected & underprivileged children in the state of Illinois. “We strive to help boost these children’s self-esteem and give them a reason to believe that tomorrow can be different…..That tomorrow can be better” says Eddie Payton.

Photo By: Ann Jenkins

Stacy Keibler Perfers Under Armour

Stacy Keibler Keeps Her Shape

Stacy Keibler And Gunnar Peterson

Thought you might like the attached free images of Stacy Keibler working out in Under Armour with celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson yesterday at the Muscle Milk Retreat in LA. They focused on strengthening her core and getting her body bikini ready.

Photos By: Alexandra Wyman

Mark Bego

Paperback Writer is the humorous and star-studded memoir of best-selling celebrity author Mark Bego. With 56 books in print, two New York Times best-sellers, a Los Angeles Times best-seller, and a Chicago Tribune best-seller, Bego has made a career out of interviewing media stars, and writing books about their lives. His most recent release was 2009’s internationally published Elton John: The Bitch is Back. In Paperback Writer his celebrity co-stars include Madonna, Cher, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Bill Wyman of The Rolling Stones, The Temptations, The Village People, Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Martha Reeves, Billy Joel, Angela Bowie, Gene Simmons of KISS, Jimmy Greenspoon of Three Dog Night, Joni Mitchell, Hall & Oates, and even Katharine Hepburn.

Known for his biographical books about Leonardo DiCaprio, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, and George Strait, finally the time came for Bego to tell some of his own colorful adventures in celebrity land. Bego recalls what it was like to move to New York City as a 21-year-old wannabe writer, and turn his love of show business into a lifelong career. Paperback Writer takes each of its chapters from Bego’s personal celebrity journals that finds him interviewing Aretha Franklin at her house, dancing next to Cher at Studio 54, having coffee with Barry Manilow in his apartment, traveling around the world with Mary Wilson of The Supremes, and moving into the homes of rock stars to put their life stories on paper.

According to Bego in Paperback Writer, “In the past 40 years, not only have I met hundreds of rock, pop, movie and TV stars, I have partied with them, gotten drunk with them, gotten into trouble with them, traveled around the world with them, lived with them, written their autobiographies with them, and I even wound up in bed with some of them!”

As a prognosticator of the “next big thing,” Bego began his career predicting stardom for Michael Jackson, Madonna, and selling millions of copies of his books about their lives and careers. In Paperback Writer Mark continues to track trends by following new stars like Lady Gaga and Adam Lambert, and writes about his currently working on the screenplay adaptation of one of his most popular rock biographies.

“I have had a roller coaster career of ups and downs,” says Mark, “including attending the opening night of Studio 54, partying with some of the crown heads of Europe, and reporting celebrity news on television. I have made a career out of telling the stories of the stars of movies, music, and television. In Paperback Writer I finally get to tell my side of the story with all of the craziness, the cocktails, and the fun intact.”

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A Q&A Session with Mark Bego

About PAPERBACK WRITER

You have written and published 55 books on show business, and your memoir, Paperback Writer is Number 56. How have you managed to produce so many unique and different books?

“In 1984, my book on Michael Jackson—Michael!—came out the same week he caught his hair on fire doing the Pepsi commercial. It sold seven million copies worldwide, and I was on The New York Times best-seller list! Then I predicted that Madonna was going to be the next big superstar, I wrote the first book ever published about her, and it became a million-seller as well. After that, several publishers were looking to me to write books for them, and it blossomed from there.”

The first rock group you interviewed was Steely Dan. Is that the experience that put you on this path as a rock & roll biographer?

“In 1974, at Central Michigan University, Steely Dan came to my campus, and I received a phone call from their record company, asking if I wanted to interview the group. Naturally, the answer was ‘yes!’ In the middle of the Steely Dan interview a light went on in my head, and I knew what I wanted to do with my Journalism degree: interview rock stars for magazines and books!”

According to Paperback Writer, you were at the opening night at Studio 54, and danced next to Cher. What was that like?

“By the time Studio 54 opened, I was writing for several publications, so I was on the invitation list for that star-studded debut evening. My date that first night at Studio 54 was C.C.H. Pounder of The Shield and Avatar. We were absolutely knocked out when Cher came boogieing over to us on the dance floor, and suddenly C.C., Cher and I were surrounded by the paparazzi! That was the beginning of countless nights at Studio 54 for me. I used to hang out and talk to Andy Warhol, Michael Jackson, and of course The Village People!”

You were the first person to interview The Village People, and you predicted the initial career success of Madonna and Whitney Houston. How did that happen?

“I was writing for Disco World magazine at the time, and during our interview I could tell that they were going to be a huge hit, and I instantly became friends with the guys in the group. There is a whole chapter in Paperback Writer about that. Actually, the first time I wrote about the group was in my regular ‘Nightlife’ column in Cue magazine. When my paperback biographies started to become huge sellers, along came two more talents I recognized instantly: Madonna and Whitney Houston. In the ‘80s I wrote Madonna! and Whitney! I revamped both books to write the expanded volumes: Madonna: Blonde Ambition in the ‘90s and my 2009 German language-only book Whitney Houston: Die Biografie.”

Several of the chapters in the book are about the stars of Motown, and you have toured around the world with Mary Wilson of The Supremes, and Martha Reeves. How did that come about?

“When I grew up in suburban Detroit, I was absolutely mesmerized by Motown. When I started interviewing celebrities for magazines in New York City, I always gravitated to the stars of Motown. After I met Mary Wilson of The Supremes in 1975 for an article in Record World magazine, we became lifelong friends. Several of the chapters in Paperback Writer are about my exploits and adventures with Mary, in Japan, in Sweden, in France, and in Monaco. Working on Martha Reeves autobiography—Dancing in the Street: Confessions of a Motown Diva—was a Motown dream-come-true for me. It became a Top 10 best-seller for us, and we had a blast on our promotional tour which helped make it a hit!”

At seven million copies sold, your book on Michael Jackson—“Michael!—is the biggest selling book on The King of Pop. What was that experience like?

“I first met Michael Jackson at a party at Studio 54 that was given in his honor in the 1970s. He was in New York City filming The Wiz. Then, when my 1984 book about him became such a big hit, he surprised me by showing up in LaToya Jackson’s suite at The Helmsley Palace Hotel. I walked right over to Michael and re-introduced myself to him as the author of his biography. He looked me in the eyes—through his dark glasses—and said, ‘I know who you are.’ Although I always found him to be odd and distant, I was saddened when he suddenly died. In 2010 I was able to write and edit a tribute magazine in his honor called Remember the King, as a way to say ‘goodbye’ to him.”

You have had several successful books outside of the United States. How did that come about?

“In 1984, when my Michael Jackson biography became a huge hit in America, England, Spain, Japan and several other countries published foreign editions of it. That was the beginning of my books finding an international audience. When Michael Jackson died last year, my original Japanese publisher, Shinshokan, reprinted my book Michael! as a special 25th anniversary edition for Japan only. In 2009, when I wrote the American book, Elton John: The Bitch is Back, again several foreign publishers jumped at the opportunity to bring out their own international editions. So far my Elton book is has been published in England and Germany, and Russian and Danish versions of it are due out next.”

What rock star bio would you most like to write?

“I would love to update my Barry Manilow biography, with Barry. Also, I have always wanted to write a book with Ringo Starr. He is the only Beatle who has not done his own autobiography, and I want to do it with him. Yes, he did contribute to the Beatles book that Paul and George were involved in during the 1990s, but he has never done a solo autobiography. I have done all sorts of things to try to talk him into it. I keep bugging his manager to talk Ringo into it, but I have yet to snag him. I am not done pursuing this! One of these days I will talk Ringo into it!”

Paperback Writer spans a wide range of music, from your first books The Captain & Tennille and Barry Manilow, up to Lady Gaga. Has the music business changed a lot?

“I was very much involved in the record business in the 1970s and 1980s. When I worked at CBS Records I would watch all of the new music come across my desk as the latest vinyl albums. Nowadays I have to pay attention to the Internet, and be aware of American Idol and Glee. The music and the musicians I write about in Paperback Writer could be a soundtrack album as much as a memoir!”

What has been our favorite book so far?

“Well, Paperback Writer of course! However, I have a special fondness for my book Madonna: Blonde Ambition, in which I christened her the ultimate “bitch goddess.” I also loved my biography Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul. I interviewed Aretha at her Detroit mansion, and in the middle of the interview she started cooking some chicken in her kitchen. When the chicken was fully cooked she suddenly announced, ‘Chicken’s done. Interview’s over!’ She had the maid show me to the door, and didn’t share so much as a single chicken wing! I had obviously been dismissed by The Queen of Soul! I also loved my books about Cher and Patsy Cline as well. In Paperback Writer I took the opportunity to write something about all of them. I have had a fun and exciting career, and I captured it in Paperback Writer!”

Chef Frank Tramontano

Now that the season for striped bass is in full swing, fishermen in The Hamptons – both commercial and sports – are taking advantage to snare their quota for some great grilling. You might want to take advantage of this tasty flaky and relatively firm textured fish that has a mild but distinctive flavor that is highly prized. Grilled and served whole, it makes a wonderful summer dinner. I like to score the whole fish, marinate it in a rich blend of herbs, olive oil and liquid Hickory smoke and toss the whole thing on the grill.

Start with one whole striped bass approximately.

The Marinade;

1 Whole Lemon Cut Up

3 tbsp Whole Black Peppercorns

6 Cloves Fresh Garlic

1 tbsp Dried Oregano

3 tbsp Kosher Salt

2 cups Dry Vermouth

1 bunch Italian Parsley

10 Sprigs Fresh Marjoram

10 Sprigs Fresh Thyme

1 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes

1 cup Clam Juice

3 tbsp Liquid Hickory (smoke) Seasoning

1 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Place all ingredients (except olive oil) in a blender and pulse to a rough consistency, About 5 to 6 pulses. Next, add olive oil and quickly pulse 2 times until just mixed in, do not over blend with the oil added.

Slice the fish about ½ inch every 3 inches to allow the marinade to soak into the flesh. Marinate the whole Striped bass for at least 1 hour but no longer than 3 hours in the refrigerator turning every 20 minutes to fully season. Rub all the marinade in and out of the fish to fully coat and soak.

Grill on a very hot oiled grill for about 6 minutes on each side. Use 2 large spatulas to turn over. Use a fork to gently separate fish from the bones. Serve this with a light rice pilaf and grilled summer vegetables

CHEF GREGORY BAUMEL’S THE STONE TURTLE RESTAURANT

Stone Turtle

Offering guests an unparalleled culinary experience, Executive Chef Gregory Baumel shares his imaginative take on Eclectic cuisine – everyday food with a twist – crafted with the season’s freshest ingredients, many of which are organic and locally sourced.

o A playful sense of whimsy and fun has returned to fine dining, as guests step inside The Stone Turtle Restaurant, they are greeted by a brightly colored décor, met with exposed brick and wood embodies the eatery’s casual elegance and charm.

o Stone Turtle’s Small Plates are ideal for those seeking a quick bite on the road and include Screaming Oysters (Freshly Shucked East Coast Oysters lightly poached in a sauce of Sake, Oyster Sauce, Chilis and Cilantro served with Crostini). Thirsty? Try the Hare of the Turtle (Bacardi® Superior Rum, club soda, mint leaves, jalapeno, lime, sugar, topped with Cotton Candy garnish), or the Stone Turtle Beer Sampler, which includes four 5oz. draft beers from the eatery’s twelve-beer selection. For those with a sweet tooth be sure to indulge with a selection or two from the Chocolate and Nothing But Chocolate Dessert Menu— the decadent, all-chocolate menu offers playful signature sweet treats such as The Dirty Ashtray and Chocolate Jalapeno “Chipwich Sandwich.”

o If you can’t make the stop, Executive Chef Gregory Baumel also makes “House Calls” upon request, personally crafting and creating a special menu based upon his client’s tastes and wishes.

4160 Austin Blvd.

Island Park, NY 11558
T: 516-431-6570
www.thestoneturtlerestaurant.com

Panoramic View Resort & Residences

A renowned Hamptons destination for over fifty years, this magnificent property encompasses 10+ oceanfront acres on 1,000-feet of sandy white beach. Every guestroom, suite and beach cottage overlooks a spectacular seascape. Resort amenities include: a pool complete with private lounges and cabanas affording spectacular ocean views, exclusive, quiet beach with personal attendants, fitness center, business center, concierge, porter and daily maid services, plush king-sized beds, fully-equipped kitchenette, television, phone, heat and air conditioning. All rental units – efficiency studios as well as one-and-two-bedroom units – feature picturesque windows that highlight the stunning view, as well as a private terrace or balcony.

RESIDENCES:

A true East End getaway for bustling New Yorkers, the Panoramic View Residences offer luxury living at its best— your full-service doorman building on the ocean. The perfect second home and seaside escape, the property’s year-round staff ensures that every need is met, from a fully-stocked refrigerator to the delivery of mail or dry cleaning. The Panoramic View promises residents the ultimate rest and relaxation experience. Amenities include poolside cabanas, fitness center, concierge service, porters, beach and pool attendants, on-site housekeeping, on-call massage therapists and fitness trainers. The Panoramic View Residences offer heavenly oceanfront living with none of the hassles associated with oceanfront home ownership. Boasting breathtaking ocean views, the Panoramic Residences range in size and price to suit your specific needs; featured are one-to-five bedroom units, from 1,200-square-feet to 4,500-square-feet, available from under $2 million to $6 million.
272 Old Montauk Highway

Montauk, NYý 11954
T: 631-668-3000
www.panoramicview.com

SEA CREST ON THE OCEAN RESORT & RESIDENCES

Sea Crest

Resort:

Sea Crest on the Ocean offers exclusive seaside units, spanning 8.3 acres, nestled between Montauk and Amagansett. With 74 units – comprised of studios, one, two and three-bedroom fully equipped units – Sea Crest on the Ocean is the perfect site for a luxurious resort escape. Having recently completed an extensive renovation, guests are invited to indulge in the many luxurious Sea Crest Amenities—an outdoor heated swimming pool, private tennis courts, children’s play area, daily housekeeping service, picnic and barbecue areas. Enjoy the private beach with chairs, umbrella and towel services.

RESIDENCES:

For those who want to call Sea Crest home, units are also available for ownership—ideal for all ages, from young families who are looking to spend affordable yet memorable summers with their kids to retired couples looking to enjoy quiet time on the ocean. Distinctive Management eliminates the worries and stress of owning a second home. As a complete property management company, all home maintenance is taken care of. Monthly billing and expenses are a snap with the One Bill System. A residence at Sea Crest can even be acquired fully decorated and furnished—perfect for those busy buyers who aren’t looking commit to a big home decorating project.
2166 Montauk Highway
Amagansett, NY 11930
T: 631-267-3159

www.seacrestontheocean.com

SOUTHAMPTON INN

Southampton Inn

A local landmark and idyllic East End escape for bustling city-dwellers, the casual-chic, Tudor-style Southampton Inn is home to ninety recently-renovated guestrooms, each individually decorated to reflect the effortlessly stylish allure of the Hamptons.

The perfect Hamptons home-away-from-home for any traveler, Southampton Inn is steps away from designer boutiques, quaint and fine dining, art galleries, parks and museums, and just over a mile from renowned Coopers Beach. In addition to its ninety guestrooms, the Southampton Inn’s 5.5-acre campus includes a conference center, OSO Restaurant and 71 Hill Street— the premier office complex in Southampton Village.
o Amenities include: outdoor heated fifty-foot pool and adjacent al fresco dining; all-weather tennis court; Gilchrist & Soames toiletries; complimentary shuttle service to Coopers Beach throughout the season; and library with fireplace, just to name a few. In addition, for a true getaway, a collection of exciting excursions can be arranged through the Southampton Inn Concierge Service.

91 Hill Street

Southampton, NY 11968
T: 631-283-6500
www.southamptoninn.com

Oso

Classic Hamptons hospitality meets the modern palate at OSO At Southampton Inn— throughout the Hamptons summer season, OSO delights foodies with a creative take on Modern American fare served poolside, al fresco in the courtyard or inside in the intimately decorated dining room. In addition, Southampton Inn guests are awoken by a refreshing breakfast, featuring local farm fresh ingredients, freshly squeezed juices, and baked goods, prepared on-premise in the Inn’s new state-of-the-art kitchen. During summer afternoons, iced tea or lemonade are complimentary in the library; throughout the fall, winter and spring month, guests are treated to coffee, tea, juice and pastries in the library.
91 Hill Street

Southampton, NYý 11968
T: 631-283-1166
www.southamptoninn.com

T-BAR AT SAVANNA’S

T-Bar at Savanna’s

o T-Bar at Savanna’s is well-known for its celeb scene, frequented by a long list of VIP patrons including Star Jones, Howard Stern, Beth Ostrosky Stern, FOX’s Rosanna Scotto, and Real Housewives of New York City’s Ramona and Mario Singer.

o The restaurant boasts an extensive wine list, wide selection of Cognac, Bourbon, and Single Malt Scotch. Signature dishes include the Yellowfin Tuna Tartar (Soy, Ginger and Sesame Seeds), Crispy Long Island Duck (with Sweet Potatoes and Apricot Glaze) and the Spaghetti “Chitarra” (Veal Meatballs, Marzano Sauce, and Basil).

o A favorite of the Hamptons’ society circuit, T-Bar at Savanna’s is led by famed restaurateur Tony Fortuna, of T-Bar NYC, and Arthur Backal. Offering guests innovative Contemporary American cuisine in a warm and inviting ambiance, the romantic outdoor terrace and rose garden make it the quintessential location for evening cocktails on those warm summer evenings.

268 Elm Street
Southampton, NY 11968
T: 631- 283-0202
www.savannassouthampton.com

Biba

BIBA – Open now through Labor Day

o This sexy boutique has been a favorite of celebrity shoppers including Christie Brinkley, Paris and Nicky Hilton, Felicity Huffman, Kim Porter and Beth Ostrosky Stern.

o Owner Barbara Blatt handpicks all of Biba’s hot lines. Biba has returned to its chic Southampton location this summer, showcasing the best of her exclusively-selected designs.

o Attention East End fashionistas! Barbara has designed and launched her own collection of chic summer-ready dresses, tops and tunics, featuring stylish designer-inspired prints and silhouettes. The Biba Collection will be sure to make a splash this season amongst the Hamptons’ stylistas. In addition to the its namesake collection, Biba’s pick for this summer’s must-have item is the dress, featuring collections from Unaluna, Gypsy 05, Minnie Rose Cashmeres, as well as this season’s hottest shoes, sandals and designer denim.

o This summer Biba promises to provide a one-stop shopping experience, with clothing and accessories from fashion’s ‘best kept secrets’ that will keep you looking summertime chic, from head-to-toe. In addition, Biba has also opened a second location in Palm Beach, which is open year round.

40 Hill Street

Southampton, NY 11968
T:631-259-2762

AMRITA SINGH JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES

Amrita Singh Jewelry

Since its launch in January 2003, Amrita Singh Jewelry & Accessories have garnered the admiration and devotion of fashion industry-insiders, Hollywood starlets – such as Anne Hathaway, Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Lopez – and the everyday woman.

o Amrita Singh’s Designer Jewelry fuses Old World aesthetics with New World fashion, resulting in exceptional and distinctive wearable works of art. The Contemporary Collection has recently added other accessories, such as Handbags, Sandals and Hair accessories, and is available online and at several top American retailers, such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Intermix, Holt Renfrew, as well as various other boutiques and stores throughout the country. The Fine Jewelry Collection is available exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City.

o This summer, Amrita Singh Jewelry & Accessories is set to take part in the hotly-anticipated charity shopping event, Super Saturday 13, benefiting the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at Nova’s Ark Project.
www.amritasingh.com

CELEBRITY EVENT PLANNER, RANEE BARTOLACCI-MEIR
OF INSIGNIA PRODUCTIONS

Spanning the Hamptons to New York City to Los Angeles, the go-to Celebrity Event Planner for the most exciting, exclusive fêtes is Owner of Insignia Productions, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir. From the theme, food, décor, music and venue, Ranee adds a personalized, distinctively stylish touch.
With her Insignia Productions team, Ranee manages each event from beginning-to-end— attending each meeting, ensuring that the chosen theme is carried throughout all aspects of the event and each component is meticulously planned, absolute focus is placed on even the smallest of details. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style.
A luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes. Recently, Insignia Productions organized and produced a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds. Ranee’s past events have ranged from the traditional – a classic New York City wedding, held at the Plaza Hotel with entertainment by Kool & the Gang – to the trendsetting – including an Asian-fusion wedding at L.A.’s Walt Disney Concert Hall (featured in Bridal Guide Magazine), a fragrance launch-themed thirteen-year-old birthday, and chilly ice-themed soirée, complete with ice bar and décor.
www.insigniaproductions.com
Tel: 917-703-8829

MERCEDES-BENZ POLO CHALLENGE 2010 AT BLUE STAR JETS FIELD

Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge

Once again, the Bridgehampton Polo Club (www.bhpolo.com) will host the coveted Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field. This summer’s matches promise to be some of the most exciting in the sport of polo. The sport’s greatest athletes will compete for one of polo’s most treasured prizes. Returning as well will be some of the East End’s most high-profile and influential audience of VIPs, celebrities and media. This year’s sponsors include Swagg (Qualcomm), Ralph Lauren, Vita Coco, Crumbs Cupcakes and Bakery, Financial Times, Susan Foster Jewelry, Borghese Cosmetics, Hamptons Magazine and Pop Chips.
o Headed by event organizers, Strategic Group, the season commenced Saturday, July 24th and will continue for six consecutive Saturdays, ending August 28th. Matches will take place from 4PM to 6PM.

o The VIP tent will host an invitation-only cocktail reception for exclusive guests each Saturday afternoon during the tournament.

849 Hayground Road

Bridgehampton, NY 11976

James And Kedakai Lipton

Actor, Film Director Hawthorne James With Hostess
Joan Hornig And TSW’s CEO Tariq Alexander

Philanthropists Joan & George Hornig kicked off the “summer scene” this past Saturday with a special “hot” talent showcase event at their Hampton estate. Joan a noted jewelry designer who donates all the profits from the sales of her exquisite jewelery line to charities has spent the past year working with Tariq Alexander, CEO of The System Within (TSW) World Entertainment Network helping to launch a network for those interested in building careers – in front of the camera and behind the scenes – in the entertainment field. It’s called TSW. What Joan has encountered in this cosmopolitan/ urban world has blown her mind. Not only is there so much pleasure in helping people realize their dreams, but there is creativity and talent oozing through this network. She wants to share this with you and have people who have never met come together in celebration of the arts and music as a healing force and universal language. Gifted TSW artists performed for Hampton “shakers & movers” throughout the afternoon and evening festivities in the lush comforts of the “Camp Hornig” venue. Some of the celebrity guests include ABC-TV local anchor Sade Baderinwa,Actor & Model Emanuel Sylvano, Hawthorne James, Actor & Film Director, Indy 5G Music Executive Todd N. Coles, Actor’s Studio James Lipton with his lovely wife Kedakai. African Rapper PREMIER brought down the house with his group Infinite Entertainment. Premier was sporting a unique cap in yellow with his hometown area code 226 from Burkina-faso in West Africa. He helped design these caps available on the TSW Mall with whatever area code you want 212, 516, 213 you name it. The scarf around his neck is from his nation Ghana. The evening closed with a standing ovation for the dance troupe THE PROFESSIONALS.

Cindy Margolis With Contestants

Trump Taj Mahal’s Mary Moyer With Cindy Margolis

Cindy Margolis hosted a Cougars and Cubs Dating Game over the weekend in the Ego Bar & Lounge at Trump Taj Mahal. Cindy tried to match up two cougars with “Cubs” who vied for the chance to have a date. Guests also enjoyed the Ketel One Orange Launch Party, with samples of the orange-infused vodka and partied through the night with the Angels. Cindy signed autographed copies of her 2008 Playboy Magazine, where she was the centerfold and mingled with guests during the evening. Yes kiddies, Trump Taj Mahal is heating up for the coming summer. We are heading out there soon to visit all our celebrity friends and to have cocktails at the famed Beach Bar.

Photos Courtesy Of: Trump Taj Mahal

Pop singer Brandy is reaching out to her online critics, telling them to stop using the Internet to drag up very negative things about her past. Brandy is calling on the bitter bloggers to have respect for her feelings when they decided to dredge up details about her 2006 car accident, which resulted in the death of motorist Awatef Aboudihaj. The singer escaped criminal charges but was sued by the deceased woman’s family. She settled with them in November, but is insisting that she’s still struggling to put the incident behind her. And the negative ‘tweets’ and blogger’s bits about the tragic accident aren’t helping. On her blog, she writes, “Sometimes we don’t read the comments because of what we’ve seen people say in the past about us. Okay, you don’t like my shoes, you don’t like my outfit, cool, but the rest of it, like bringing up the car accident? “People just go too far. Way too far. But people are going to be who they are. As long as I’m not like that, and even if I wasn’t me and I was tweeting about another celebrity, I would never say anything bad about somebody like that. I’m glad that I’m that type of a person… I just think people should have respect. We have feelings.” And “Brandy wants people to think before they tweet or blog about celebrities, because performers are “sensitive.” She adds, “It’s real. It affects us. Trust me. It really does. We’re people at the end of the day with feelings. You know we’re sensitive because we’re artists. You know that stuff is going to hurt sometimes.”
Photo By: Walter McBride/Retna

More trouble for Sandra Bullock’s husband Jesse James. He is facing more scandal. Court papers have emerged from a sexual harassment lawsuit in 2000, which levied a series of lurid allegations against him. Sandra is rumored to have moved out of the home she shared with James last week after tattooed model Michelle McGee went public with allegations she had an affair with James last year. Even more women have come forward claiming affairs with James, and a recent gossip report alleged the star was embroiled in a sexual harassment scandal in 2007 while he was married to Bullock. A female employee accused him of making sexual advances towards her and sending suggestive emails. Celebrity website TMZ.com reported that no lawsuit was filed and James allegedly settled the dispute for a reported $700,000. And now public records have emerged that link James to a separate sexual harassment lawsuit in 2000. Deann McClung, who formerly worked at James’ West Coast Choppers company, filed suit alleging he exposed his genitalia to her, “touched and/or attempted to touch” her without her consent, and made sexual and degrading comments towards her and other women. The complaint was filed in April 2000 at Los Angeles Superior Court, but was dismissed in May 2001 at the request of both parties’ attorneys, according to E! Online.

Photos By: Sara De Boer/Retna

Hollywood star Sandra Bullock’s home in Orange County, California is under siege from the media, and her neighbours are fuming. They are pleading with local lawmakers to do something about the paparazzi who have set up camp on their street , desperate for the first photos of the actress since her marriage breakup. The locals have complained to police about the noise and actions of the celebrity snappers, who have turned the neighbourhood into a media circus. Jim Amormino, a spokesman for the Orange County Sheriffs Department, tells the Los Angeles Times newspaper his agency has received a number of calls from residents on the street where Bullock lives, complaining about the members of the press parking illegally and loitering. He also says officers have been patrolling the area on a regular basis, but have found no violations. He tells the publication, “No one has been arrested. We respond to every call and do patrols through there to make sure everybody is behaving. But so far it’s been uneventful. “They have every right to be there. There is really nothing we can do…. I know it’s probably annoying to the residents there, but they’re within their rights.” Bullock and her husband Jesse James separated earlier this week as the news broke about his alleged infidelity. A tattoo model went public with her alleged affair with the James in In Touch magazine. She claims James had a sexual relationship with her while his wife was shooting The Blind Side on location.
Photos By: Sara De Boer/Retna