Genesis Awards: Laughter, Tears–and a Terrific Terrier
Mar28

Genesis Awards: Laughter, Tears–and a Terrific Terrier

Just as he did in the Academy Award-winning “The Artist,” canine star Uggie nearly stole the show at the 26th Genesis Awards, presented by the Humane Society of the United States. The 22 winners were announced Saturday, March 24, at a ceremony at The Beverly Hilton. The Genesis Awards honor the news and entertainment media’s work in raising public awareness of animal issues and confronting cruelty. The majority of the categories...

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Zou Bisou Bisou! Things We Just Learned about Mad Men
Mar26

Zou Bisou Bisou! Things We Just Learned about Mad Men

The two-hour premiere of the long awaited fifth season of  “Mad Men” was a huge education.   First, it answered the big question: did Megan actually get married to Don in the 17 months that have passed since the dapper Mr. Draper unexpectedly proposed to her in the cliffhanger season four finale? Oh, yeah, they did. And from the looks of it, it appears to be a relationship based upon truth– as it is revealed that Megan...

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Mad Men Premiere: Dapper Don Draper & Co. Celebrate Season 5
Mar15

Mad Men Premiere: Dapper Don Draper & Co. Celebrate Season 5

“Would you like a Manhattan?” That was the question that greeted guests at the afterparty for the much awaited premiere of AMC’ s four-time Emmy award-winning drama “Mad Men,” whose previous season finale aired in October 2010.   “Mad Men,” you’ve been dearly missed.   Held at Hollywood’s Blvd. 3, the indoor/outdoor space was decorated to evoke the streets of New York City, complete with...

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Secrets of the Spanx: Costume Designers Know it All
Feb23

Secrets of the Spanx: Costume Designers Know it All

It’s the one night of the year when costume designers in film and television get more glory than the actors who wear their creations in an event that has a rep for being loose and rollicking, the Costume Designers Guild Awards.   Actress Jane Lynch, outfitted in a stunning long red gown, ably hosted the 14th annual edition of the gala awards ceremony held Tuesday night at the Beverly Hilton’s International Ballroom, which...

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Living the Legacy: TV’s Best Achieve Tartikoff Status
Jan30

Living the Legacy: TV’s Best Achieve Tartikoff Status

The legendary television executive Brandon Tartikoff set a high bar in the industry, one that still sets a standard in the nearly 15 years since he passed away, far too young. Yes, he is always remembered fondly—but nowhere does his inspirational legacy come into clearer focus than at the annual Tartikoff Legacy Award ceremony.   The 9th annual edition was held at the Fontainebleau Resort inMiami Beach during the 2012 NATPE...

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