TCA Network Party Smackdown
It’s that time of the summer, when TV networks present their new and returning programming and talent to the nation’s television critics in a series of panels and presentations in a hotel ballroom. But at the end of the day, it’s time to party. As with the on-air programming, the competition is tough. Here’s how it shook out amongst the big broadcasters: CBS The party: An open-air tent at the former...
BET Awards at 10: Royalty Reigns
Most of the buzz about the 10th annual BET Awards has been about Chris Brown breaking down during his MJ tribute performance of “Man in the Mirror,” although it should have been about Prince, who picked upthe network’s Lifetime Achievement Award—but disappointed the crowd by not picking up any instruments. However, he did catch Patti LaBelle’s shoe as she kicked it off during an energetic tribute performance to him. Hosted by...
Antiques the Ticket for PS Arts
The volcanic ash cloud played havoc with the plans of some exhibitors at this year’s LA Antiques Show, housed inside a glammed-up Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Airport. The bustling opening party netted $115,000 for PS Arts, which brings arts education into the public schools. Julia Sorkin, Christine Weller and Patrick Herning chaired, with the evening’s hosts including Maria Bell, Courtney Cox, Dita Von Teese, Cameron Silver,...
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Oh, to take some of these babies for a joy ride…. It was the perfect setting to display classic and historic automobiles: the classic and historic Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills—as the first annual Concours d’Elegance debuted on the grounds of the 1928 estate built by the Doheny oil family. As with many first-time events, there were some glitches, like long waits to take a shuttle to the mansion from a Beverly Hills parking lot...
Oscar Suite Treats
What would Oscar Week be without gifting suites? With the disaster in Haiti, this time they also ponied up for those less fortunate. Silver Spoon took over a furniture store in WeHo for its lovely two-day event, which helped raise funds for Haitian relief. Inside, guests found products from Jenna Leigh Lingerie, The Shop, Card Store, Aiaiai earphones, Bloom skincare, Perry Ellis sunglasses, hats and shirts, Ty Ku Asian wine and...
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