Shine On! Hollywood: A Music Showcase;”Artists Meet The Industry” A Big Success

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Shine On! Hollywood: A Music Showcase;”Artists Meet The Industry” A Big Success

Jane Velez-Mitchell to receive Person of the Year Award at CSW 40th LA PRIDE

On Thursday, May 13, 2010 Christopher Street West producer of LA PRIDE announced the 2010 Honorees names recipients for the 40th LA Pride celebration.

The honorees for this year pride are Jane Velez-Mitchell – Person of the Year Award, Nadia Sutton – Morris Kight Lifetime Achievement Award, Best in Drag Show – CSW Special Community Award, HONOR PAC – CSW Special Community Award, Guy Baldwin – Berman/Schaffer Award, Bamby Salcedo – Connie Norman Award, Ari Ruiz – Outstanding Youth Leader Award, Sheryl Lee Ralph – George Moscone Award, Reverend Dr. Neil G. Thomas – Harvey Milk Award, West Coast Singers – Pat Parker Arts Award, D.I.V.A. – Torie Osborn / Dick Michaels Media Award and M·A·C Cosmetics – The Sheldon Andelson Award.

“I can think of a better person more deserving then Jane to get this award. Congratulations Jane you are a light in this world and you do much to help make the world a better place.” said Fawn, dance hit recording artist.

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Jane Velez-Mitchell to receive Person of the Year Award at CSW 40th LA PRIDE

Shane Facchinello 1st Place Winner of Local Celebrity, Los Angeles 2010

Like many things that start, they also have an end. Local Celebrity LA 2010, a singing reality competition started on 1-17-2010 and ran for eights weeks ending on March 21, 2010. People arrived earlier to be on the red carpet which was close to 50 feet long. The grand finale was held on Sunday, March 21st at the Celebrity Centre Pavilion Theater in the heart of Hollywood, which is located at 5930 Franklin Ave., Hollywood, CA 90028.

First the red carpet ran from 7pm to 8pm. Then the show started at 8pm, and it ended at 9:45pm. Later, people were invited again to take photos on the red carpet. About 200 people attended the grand finale of 2010 Local Celebrity LA, including media outlets and production staff.

" When cultural diversity meets talent, you end up having a well done competition, where skills, hard work, and creativity will have the final word. Fascinated by the level of professionalism and dedication displayed by both organizers and contestants." said Aura Imbarus, Ph.D., author of "Out of the Transylvania Night."

The top five finalist contestants were Rosy Donovan, Shane Facchinello, Leah Turner, Leandro Fossi and Christina Aldana. The show opened with a group performance by Rosy Donovan, Leah Turner, Leandro Fossi and Christina Aldana singing "I Got a Feeling," by Black Eyed Peas.

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Actress and Model Emma Zerner to host Fashion Show on March 20th

On March 20, 2010 from 7:00 pm at West Valley Boys and Girls Club. Actress and model Emma Zerner will be hosting the fashion show, in addition to selling her Tina Summers line, Junquie Girl Collection (costume accessories and jewelry).

Please see flyer for more information or visit http://www.emmazerner.blogspot.com/

ABOUT EMMA ZERNER
Emma Zerner is half Swedish, quarter French, and born in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. Emma is an actress and model, who currently resides in Los Angeles. She is 5'7.5", 115lbs, size 2 to 4, with a very fair complexion, and very long dark hair, hazel eyes.

You can find more information about Emma Zerner at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2633087/, http://www.emmazerner.com and her blog,"EMMA ZERNER," at http://www.emmazerner.blogspot.com, is her primary blog, is always up-to-date on bookings, appearances, and is run and written by Emma Zerner.

For bookings and appearances please contact: emmazerner@gmail.com

DIVERSITY NEWS LOS ANGELES: 2010 HRC LOS ANGELES GALA DINNER & AWARDS

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DIVERSITY NEWS LOS ANGELES: 2010 HRC LOS ANGELES GALA DINNER & AWARDS

So You Think You Can Sing? Talent Singing Competition

So You Think You Can Sing? it was held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at ULTRA SUEDE 661 N Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.

The show started at 8:00pm to 10:30 pm and is a 10 week competition held every Wednesday. The judges are Sundafu Kawah, Sandy Sachs and Maestro Alex Varden, M.A. The Event is hosted by Saskia Webber.

So You Think You Can Sing? is a singing competition that is open to male and females twenty-one and over. The show is similar to Local Celebrity LA, Fame and American Idol.

The winner of So You Think You Can Sing if is female needs to perform during the weekend of March 31-April 4th. If male, needs to perform during the weekend of April 9-12th, 2010. Also winner will receive a demo package furnished by their music producer.

For more information visit http://www.southinkucansingweho.com/

Local Celebrity Los Angeles, A singing competition bringing talent to you.

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Local Celebrity Los Angeles 1-17 singing competition bringing talent to you.

Arnold G to be a judge at Local Celebrity Los Angeles, a singing competition

California Talent announced on a press release Friday, January 15, 2010 about LOCAL CELEBRITY LOS ANGELES, A Singing Competition

The Event Judges are Arnold G; International dance/pop recording artist, songwriter, dancer and performer, Fawn; Recording artist, songwriter and performer and Kris Searle; Singer, songwriter and international recording artist/performer.

The event will be held on 1-17-2010 at Eleven Night Club and Restaurant located 8811 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069 from 9pm to 11pm.

The singing competition show will be open by: Denicar Bergancia.
The new contestants names and songs for Week: 1, is INSPIRATION
GG SMITH, Take me as I am by Mary J. Blige, DIANA VEGA, Hot and Cold by Katy Perry, RACHEL ESCALERA, How come you don’t call me by Alisha Keys, ROSY DONOVAN, Hurt by Christina Aguilera, TARA THOMAS, Hero by Mariah Carey, BRIAN MILLER, End of the Road by Boys II Men, MIKA MULKEY, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Hawaiian Style: Israel Kamakawiwo’ole or Bradduh Iz, NATE GAINES, Cherie Amor by Stevie Wonder, LEANDRO FOSSI, Someday by Rob Thomas and SHANE FACCHINELLO, I Believe I Can Fly by R. Kelly.

Per event producers the purpose of Local Celebrity Los Angeles is to provide another outlet for so many of our talented singers’ right here in Los Angeles. This competition may be for those that have been overlooked at some point in the past, or for the new singer that is looking to get started in the industry.

The event will be Broadcast Live world wide web at http://www.localcelebritytv.com/ and event to be hosted by Ryan Ray of Wake Up TV.

Event is sponsored by: California Talent, Eleven Night Club, Diversity News Publications, Wake Up TV, The Star Celeb and LASC.

About LOCAL CELEBRITY LOS ANGELES:
Local Celebrity is a fun 10 week singing competition where 10 singers will WOW the audience and the judges for a chance to become, Local Celebrity, LA.
The winner of this season’s Local Celebrity, LA will receive $800, an on line interview with the judge. To perform live at Long Beach City College and KLBC Radio will interview the winner. To be represented by 2 agents for 1 year. The potential of working with either a record, entertainment executive, or one of the judges to cut a 1 song demo, and lastly, the title of being the first full season’s winner of Local Celebrity, LA 2010.

Sources: California Talent, DiversityNewsPublications.Com and Wake Up TV

Editor Note: This event is similar like American Idol. May be FOX networks reporters come to check out this event.

Actor Boo Boo Stewart, Singer Katie Marino attends BrittiCares “Give Life For Christmas” blood drive at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles

By Esteban "Steven" Escobar, Diversity News

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BRITTICARES INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION held their 3RD ANNUAL BLOOD DRIVE “Give Life For Christmas.” It was held on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles from 9 am to 3 pm. Lots of actors, actress, singers, celebrities came together to help for a great cause. Actress, performer and singer including Katie Marino.

”I have such a sensitive heart to the needs of children and love to bring awareness and donate time to causes like Britti Cares.” Said Katie Marino, Singer.

Actor Boo Boo Stewart, who plays the role as Seth Clearwater on the up and coming movie The Twilight Saga: Eclipse attended the event with his sisters Fivel and Sage Stewart, including his mom and dad and other celebrities. The Twilight Saga: Eclipse is to be release in 2010.
Per Eric Zuley, aka EZ, CEO of W TV, a professional TV show host, Publicist, Dancer and an Entrepreneur said this was a blood and or toy drive only.

The event showcaster live music performances and celebrities took the opportunity to donate blood and even take some photographs for promotional purposes.

About BrittiCares International:

BrittiCares was founded by, as well as inspired by little girl named Brittiana Henderson who was first diagnosed at the age of 10 with Osteogenic Sarcoma (bone cancer) and later developed leukemia where she fought courageously, without complaining, all while assisting other children with cancer to help defeat the pernicious disease. Although Brittiana’s battle against Leukemia came to an end at the tender age of 13, the efforts of BrittiCares (BCI) have not diminished. BCI continues to raise funds and public awareness to combat this disease. BrittiCares International is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to finding new and better ways to improve the quality of life for children who have been diagnosed with cancer, leukemia, and other serious blood disease. For more information visit WWW.BRITTICARES.ORG

Editor Note: I want to thanks Katie Marino and Boo Boo Stewart. His mom and dad for the acknowlegement to my self and Diversity News. We wish good great and good luck to Boo Boo with the The Twilight Saga: Eclipse to be release next year 2010. More information to be posted soon. Also to Katie Marino, please visit her exclusive site at http://katiemarino.com/ Thank You. She provided exclusive photos to us. Thanks Katie. She is cool, sweet person. We love her and wish the best luck. Thank You.

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Diversity News nominated for Wake UP! Award

Diversity News nominated for Wake UP! Award

7TH ANNUAL “YOUNG HOLLYWOOD” HOLIDAY PARTY @ My House December 3, 2009

The Junior Hollywood Radio & Television Society (JHRTS) announced on November 18, 2009 the will host their 7th Annual “Young Hollywood” Holiday Party to benefit Feeding America.

The event will be held on Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm at My House 7080 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, 90028.

For more info and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.jhrtsholidayparty.com/

Last year’s event raised almost $20,000 for the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

About Feeding America:

Feeding America is the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity. Their mission is to feed America's hungry through a nationwide network of member food banks and engage our country in the fight to end hunger. for more information please visit their website at http://feedingamerica.org/

About Hollywood Radio & Television Society (HRTS):

Since 1947, the Hollywood Radio & Television Society (HRTS) has been recognized as our industry’s premiere information and networking forum. HRTS membership represents the "best and brightest" of our industry, and includes top executives from broadcast and cable networks, studios, agencies, law firms, production companies, PR companies and many other related firms. Through its signature "Newsmaker Luncheon Series" and other events, HRTS allows industry leaders to stay informed on the latest trends affecting the business of television, as well as stay connected to the key people who make our business happen. For more information visit http://www.jhrts.com

Danicar Bergancia is the winner of Los Angeles Local Celebrity Singing Competition

Danicar Bergancia is the winner of Los Angeles Local Celebrity Singing Competition

Ricki Lake the new Queen of the 22nd Annual West Hollywood Halloween Costume Carnaval 2009

Story By Esteban "Steven" Escobar, Diversity News Staff
Photo By Alex Palomares, Diversity News Staff Photographer
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Thousands of hundreds of people gathered to celebrate on October 31, 2009 in the City of West Hollywood, CA the 2009 Halloween Costume Carnaval. The event gives the opportunity to revelers to express their selves. It was held from 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Santa Monica Boulevard between Doheny Drive and La Cienega Boulevard in West Hollywood.
“I’m to bring honor and dignity to the streets of West Hollywood.” Said Ricki Lake, Actress, personality and Queen of the 2009 West Hollywood Costume Carnaval. She concluded: “Elton John and now me, this is my America, this is our WEHO.”

Actress, Emmy-nominated television personality and independent filmmaker Ricki Lake was crowned the new Queen of the 22nd Annual West Hollywood Costume Carnaval 2009. She received flowers and even the key of the City of West Hollywood from The Mayor Abbe Land. The Coronation of the Queen was held approximately at 8:30 p.m. on the “Arcade Stage” located at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and San Vicente Boulevard. The honorary titles of “Queen of the Carnaval” is a highlight at the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, with the coronation taking place in front of more than 250,000 anticipated revelers.

Event organizers expected almost a half million of revelers at the 22nd Annual West Hollywood Costume Carnaval 2009. The event is known as largest national Halloween celebration in the world. It attracts all kinds of people from all over the USA and even outside the USA. The event is celebrated by all kinds of revelers with their families, their kids, teens and even their dogs.

While Ricki Lake was receiving her Crown, La Toya Jackson serves milkshakes at store named: Millions of Milkshakes located at 8910 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA. She was serving her milkshake brand drink and ice cream benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles.

Executive hosts for the event were the West Hollywood City Council and it was produced by Authentic, and entertainment and experiential marketing agency. For more information about the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval visit www.weho.org/halloween or the West Hollywood Marketing & Visitors Bureau http://www.visitwesthollywood.com/

Display photo by Alex Palomares, Diversity News Photographer. First slide show photos by Alex Palomares, Diversity News Photographer. Second slide show photos by Esteban “Steven” Escobar, Diversity News Staff. Photos can be use with permission from the publisher.© 2009 by Diversity News Publications (www.diversitynewspublications.com). All Rights Are Reserved

Ricki Lake will be Crowned Queen of the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval

On October 26, 2009 the city of West Hollywood announced the Actress, Emmy-nominated television personality and independent filmmaker, Ricki Lake will be crowned "Queen of the Carnaval" at the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval set for Saturday, October 31, 2009 between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Santa Monica Boulevard between Doheny Drive and La Cienega Boulevard in West Hollywood. The Coronation of the Queen of the Carnaval will begin at 8:30 p.m. on the "Arcade Stage" located at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and San Vicente Boulevard. The honorary titles of "Queen of the Carnaval" is a highlight at the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, with the coronation taking place in front of more than 250,000 anticipated revelers this year.

Ricki Lake is an entertainer who has successfully reinvented herself at every stage of her career, always connecting with her audience through her talent and endearing spirit. Ricki made her acting debut as the heroine of the original John Waters' film "Hairspray." Later, with a surprise turn as a talk show host, she met with unprecedented success, garnering several honors and accolades both nationally and internationally including a Daytime Emmy nomination for "Outstanding Talk Show Host" and Sweden's Aftonbladet TV Prize for "Best Foreign TV Personality" as well as earning a place as a pop culture icon whose voice has remained relevant and relatable for nearly two decades.

Ricki's latest role -- that of an independent filmmaker, family advocate and author has kept her uniquely charming perspective firmly in the public's consciousness. In 2008, Ricki executive produced the critically-acclaimed documentary "The Business of Being Born." The film, which debuted at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival, examined natural childbirth in the United States and studied the high rate of medical interventions in low-risk pregnancies. Since the film's theatrical and DVD releases, the project has generated a grassroots movement, encouraging many parents-to-be to become informed about their birthing options - including homebirths and hospital births. In May 2009, Lake and the director of "The Business of Being Born," Abby Epstein, released their first book "Your Best Birth." The guide is an invaluable tool for expecting parents, designed to educate families about their birthing options.

For more information about the West Hollywood Halloween Carnaval, call Liz Tran at (323) 848-6307 or visit the website at www.weho.org/halloween

Photo by Alex Palomares, Diversity News (C) 2009 by Diversity News Publications. All Rights Are Reserved.

The 25th Annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles 2009

Story by Esteban "Steven" Escobar, Diversity News
Photo by Alex Palomares, Diversity News
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On Sunday, October 18, 2009 more then 30 thousand walkers including celebrities and politicians took part of the 25th Annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles. The walk started from 10 am to 2pm in West Hollywood, CA at the West Hollywood Park: The route start was from San Vicente Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and ended at Melrose Avenue & San Vicente Boulevard.

“I feel like experience that I had with AIDS WALK LA 2009 has definitely made a major impact on my life. First and for most, I want thank both Esteban “Steven” Escobar and Diversity News for encouraging me to become a part of this momentous and historical event. The energy of the crowd was electric. There were so many “Diverse” people taking part in this event including families with small children. Everyone was very positive and ready to become a joined voice in getting the word out about AIDS/HIV awareness. I also commend the support of the crew that works for the organization. They made sure that all of us participants were well hydrated and properly nourished throughout the event. They even cheered us on and made us feel special for participating. There were also DJ’s and live musical performances that help to keep our energy up to endure the walk.” Said Tish “ThaDish” Roberts, actress, model, host and choreographer and Diversity News #3960 Team Leader for AIDS WALK L.A. 2009.

Rain or Shine the streets of West Hollywood were full of caring and passionate people the walked with their friends, co-workers, their kids, couples and even dogs. The walk is 10K (6.2 mile) and walkers received a Certificate of Completion at the end of the walk. The Total 2009 Funds Raised: $3,146,206.00.

Ms. Roberts continued “I loved the experience of the event. In my personal opinion, it was all about being selfless of your time, energy and having compassion for human life. I am a total advocate for the advancement of not only social change, but of us as a people fighting to regain a better quality of life by staying healthy. This requires us not only becoming educated regarding serious or life threatening diseases, but to remain vocal in demanding that cures are still a priority for the proper channels to facilitate.”

Some of the celebrities and notable figures at AIDS Walk LA event included “Desperate Housewives’” Felicity Huffman, Kathryn Joosten, Charlie Carver, and Maiara Walsh; “Weeds’” Mary-Louise Parker; “Battlestar Gallactica’s” Trica Helfer and Katee Sackhoff; “General Hospital’s” Julie Marie Berman, Sonya Eddy, Fiola Hughes, Kent King, Kimberly McCullough, Minae Noji, and Jason Thompson; “Girls Next Door’s” Crystal Harris, Kristina and Karissa Shannon; Aaron Carter (“Dancing with the Stars”); Candis Cayne (“Dirty Sexy Money”); Wilson Cruz (“He’s Just Not That Into You”); Maria Da Silva (“CNN Hero” Award Recipient); Lashinda Demus (Olympian Hurdler and 2009 USA Outdoor Champion); La Toya Jackson; Ricki Lake (“Charm School with Ricki Lake”); Pauley Perrette (“NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigation Service”); Ashley Roberts (“Pussycat Dolls”); Daniela Ruah (“NCIS: Los Angeles”); Darryl Stephens (“Noah’s Arc”); Boo Boo Stewart (“The Twilight Saga: Eclipse”). Also, Zelda Rubinstein (“Poltergeist”) and George Takei (“Star Trek”), who both attended the first AIDS Walk, were present at the milestone event.

“ I definitely plan on walking next year and every year after that. I am a “Lifer”. This is such a worthy cause and this non profit deserves all of the support it can get. I will remain a supporter and do my best to continue to get more people involved in the AIDS walk.” Ms. Roberts concluded.

Since AIDS Walk Los Angeles was establish, they has raised more than $66 million for APLA and other Los Angeles County HIV/AIDS service organizations.
The speakers were Jeffrey Katzenberg, DreamWorks co-founder, APLA board member, and AWLA sponsor, who spoke on behalf of APLA. Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and West Hollywood Mayor Abbe Land spoke about the current HIV/AIDS crisis in Los Angeles and about the importance of the community’s response. Including, Jeffrey Crowley, President Obama’s Director of the office of National AIDS Policy, spoke about the national AIDS strategy.

Diversity News#3960 Team of Diversity News Publications was once again part of this year AIDS Walk LA event. They recruited 32 team members and raised $445.00.

About AIDS Project Los Angeles:

AIDS Project Los Angeles, is one of the largest non‐profit AIDS service organizations in the United States, provides bilingual direct services, prevention education and leadership on HIV/AIDS‐related policy and legislation. With more than 25 years of service, APLA is a community‐based, volunteer‐supported organization with local, national and global reach. For more information, visit apla.org.

About AIDS Walk Los Angeles:

The world’s first such event, AIDS Walk Los Angeles was created in 1985 and has raised more than $66 million for HIV programs and services throughout Los Angeles County. The event launched the nationwide AIDS Walk movement and has grown into one of the largest AIDS fundraising events in the country. Over 25 years, more than a half million participants, many of whom were members of corporate and community teams, have raised crucial funds for AIDS Project Los Angeles and over a dozen other AIDS service organizations. For more information, visit http://www.aidswalk.net/.

About MZA Events:

MZA Events was founded in 1984 by Craig R. Miller and his organization of activists. Miller is the originator of the AIDS Walk fundraising model and has produced hundreds of fundraising events – large and small – generating more than $350 million for major AIDS organizations throughout the country and the communities they serve. For more information, please visit http://www.mzaevents.com/.

About DIVERSITY NEWS#3960:

Diversity News #3960 Team has been participating since 2003 to the present with AIDS WALK LOS ANGELES to raise money for a great cause that helps others and to give back to the community where they live and do business.

About DIVERSITY NEWS PUBLICATIONS:

Is a public relations firm specialized in Advertising, Design, Marketing, Printing & Public Relations services who combines all sources in one. Diversity News Publications publishes Diversity News Hollywood, Diversity News Online, Diversity News Los Angeles and Diversity News, a consumer news magazine. For more information you visit web site at http://www.diversitynewspublications.com/ or follow on Twitter at: http://www.twitter.com/eediversitynews

Display photo by Alex Palomares, Diversity News Photographer. Photos can be use with permission from the editor and publisher.© 2009 by Diversity News Publications (www.diversitynewspublications.com). All Rights Are Reserved.