Celebrity Sightings, Event Alerts, Some Cool New Products & More

Below are some recent sightings, news and new product alerts!

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present “Spotlight on Crafts: Music & Sound,” a spring and summer series illuminating the art of sound for motion pictures and the significant influence it has in film.  The series will begin on May 20 at various venues in New York City and include onstage conversations and screenings of acclaimed films.

For more information and to purchase tickets for “Spotlight on Crafts: Music & Sound,” visit www.oscars.org/events

Legendary singer/songwriter Carole King, regarded as one of the most successful female songwriters of our time, returns to the stage, along with a special performance by Eve Ensler author of The Vagina Monologues, the comedic stylings of Tig Notaro, and a musical performance byGrace Mitchell at the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s An Evening with Women on . Cameron Esposito & Rhea Butcher will host the evening of historic female figures at the world-famous Hollywood Palladium.

Tickets now on sale at www.aneveningwithwomen.org beginning at $250. The , event starts at with cocktails, silent auction, and red carpet, followed by dinner and show at Attendees will also have the chance to see the highly curated visual content by actor/ director Clea DuVall, recently selected as a Sundance Institute FilmTwo Initiative Fellow. The event co-chairs are Clea DuVall & Mia Weier, Annie Goto & Kelly Lynch, andBrent Bolthouse.

Colgate released a new product to the Optic White line, Radiant by Colgate Optic White Beauty. The advanced formula goes beyond the surface to whiten teeth from the inside and out, allowing your natural radiance to shine through for a brighter, more radiant you. Radiant includes Pro-Oxide Complex, which contains hydrogen peroxide, the professionally recommended whitening ingredient to both whiten below the tooth surface and remove surface stains. This premium toothpaste is also formulated with a new unique cooling technology so that you may enjoy an intense freshening experience. It also has the highest level of fluoride in an everyday toothpaste to prevent cavities, and zinc to help prolong freshness. They recently sent us a sample to try out.

Actress Ruth Wilson stunned at TriBeCa Film Festival in a makeup look by Fatima Thomas for M·A·C Cosmetics. Donning a sophisticated and natural look, Senior Artist Fatima Thomas used the below products to create Ruth Wilson’s look.

Skin: Studio Fix Powder Foundation and Pro Longwear Concealer

Eyes: Eye Shadows in Vex, Kid and Patina + Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara in Brown

Cheeks: Pinch O’ Peach Blush

*Sprayed the whole face with Fix + Spray before and after makeup for hydration


Reba McEntire, Jason Isbell, Amanda Shires, Shemekia Copeland and special guest John Prine descended on the Ryman Auditorium last night (5/3) to mark the momentous milestone of the 20th Anniversary of Thistle Farms. The evening featured rousing collaborations between the all-star lineup, punctuated by the inspirational testimonials of the women of Thistle Farms, survivors of addiction, prostitution and trafficking.  The heartfelt event also saw Founder & President Becca Stevens and CEO Hal Cato share their belief that “Love Heals” and their personal experiences that led them to the achievements of Thistle Farms today. Reba brought the evening to a close, embracing the community warmth of the organization and inviting up all of the previous performers from the night to the stage for a crowd singalong of “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot.”

Sports Illustrated cover model, designer and upcoming author Ashley Graham prepped her smile for the Met Gala by using Crest Whitestrips with Light with makeup artist and friend, Allan Avendano, earlier today in NYC. Crest Whitestrips with Light is the latest innovation from Crest Whitestrips and is their most premium whitening product yet.

Photo credit: Diane Bondareff/AP

Dr. Evan Antin teamed up with Swiffer to share first time pet owner tips that will help you spend more time playing with your new pet and less time cleaning up behind them!

Tips to Tackle the Adulting Moments of First Time Pet Parents

*Muddy paws are no fun!

You can help prevent muddy paws in your home with a bit of grooming. Not only does grooming help prevent a dirty situation, it bonds a pet and pet owner.
Trim the hair around your pup’s paws regularly as it prevents the dirt and mud from clumping to his feet.
Keep a spray bottle of water and a towel by the door so you can gently remove excess dirt from your pet’s paws before they come inside.
However, muddy paws happen. When it does, you can clean up your space by using a product like Swiffer WetJet to quickly and safely rid your floors of prints.
*Be prepared to clean all of your pet’s essentials, even the ones you didn’t think needed to be cleaned!
Choose a bed with a removable fabric cover and be sure to wash the cover and the bed base with cold water and pet-safe detergent. Easy adulting hack – slightly dampen a rubber glove to remove fur and dander from fabric.
A stinky collar can ruin you and your pet’s fun. Soak the collar in cold water for about 15 minutes to extract the dirt and grime.
Get new collar name tags every year. The phone number wears down over time and you want to make sure that can be read clearly!
Clean their food and water bowls once a week by hand with light pet safe soap.

*Safety first. In the spring, I make sure to restock my pet’s first aid kit since I know we will be spending more time outside as the weather warms!
Evan’s dog Henry loves to play fetch, which can be hard on his paws at times, so he keeps hydrogen peroxide and antibacterial ointment in the pup’s first aid kit at all times. Whichever type of pet you choose, prepare your home with easy to use clean -up tools – so you can spend less time cleaning and more time playing!

Evan was also be joined a by fun, furry group of adorable adoptables from https://www.bideawee.org/Adopt.

Over the weekend, Vanderpump Rules star, Tom Schwartz was spotted chowing down on the new Chicken Schnitzel sandwich from Wienerschnitzel in North Hollywood. Vander-Schnitzel Rules!! 🙂

After 50+ years, Wienerschnitzel has finally added Schnitzel to its menu with three Chicken Schnitzel sandwiches that are made with a unique crispy potato chip breading. The Chicken Schnitzel sandwiches are available until June 25.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – May 1, 2017: Vanderpump Rules star, Tom Schwartz, takes a big bite of the NEW Chicken Schnitzel sandwich at Wienerschnitzel. After 50+ years, Wienerschnitzel has finally added Schnitzel to its menu with three Chicken Schnitzel sandwiches that are made with a unique crispy potato chip breading. Visit www.wienerschnitzel.com for more information. Credit: Jordan Strauss Photography

Famed pop/EDM star, Aaron Carter hosted a handprint ceremony at Planet Hollywood Times Square to celebrate his new EP “LOVE” and to pay homage to the Hollywood Walk of Fame and display. Following the ceremony, Carter held an exclusive meet & greet for his top Spotify listeners where he signed autographs, took selfies and answered some questions.

May 1st, ABC’s “Dancing With The Stars” Season 24 remaining cast members including Olympian, Simone Biles Bull Rider Bonner BoltonSharna Burgess, Football Star Rashad Jennings and Emma Slater, Pop Star Normani Kordei and Val Chmerkovskiy celebrated last night’s episode at Mixology 101 in Los Angeles, California and were joined by Bachelor Nick Viall and fiancé Vanessa Grimaldi despite Nicks elimination.

Singer Katy Perry, Supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio and Actress Shay Mitchell with/on FUNBOY’s Seahorse and Festival Flamingo Pool Floats during Coachella.


Emma Roberts, Evan Peters, Molly Ringwald, Barkhad Abdi, Jay Bahadur, Bryan Buckley and Coral Peña celebrated the 2017 premiere of Dabka at the official after party at The Edition Hotel on Thursday, April 27th, sponsored by Tanqueray.


John Dorsey (Director), David George and Andrew Stephan celebrated the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival premiere of Year of the Scab at the official after party at The Griffin Pop-Up on Thursday, April 27th, sponsored by ESPN.

There was also a Tribeca Film Festival 2017 After Party for Chuck at VNYL (5 100 3rd Avenue, B/w 12th St. and 13 St; ). Guests included Liev Schreiber, Jim Gaffigan and Chuck the boxer.

Got talent? Show it off by singing “Jealous” with Nick Jonas! LG is bringing America’s most talented fans together for an amazing opportunity to collaborate with singer-songwriter and pop sensation, Nick Jonas, through the karaoke app Sing! Karaoke by Smule and the LG G6 smartphone. Record your video on the new LG G6 so you can capture your star quality with the phone’s wide-angle camera capabilities.

To enter the contest, download the Sing! Karaoke by Smule app from Google Play store. Record your version of “Jealous” and post it on Smule. Just copy the link and visit SingWithLG.com to submit. See contest rules for details.

Participants who submit their performance will be automatically enrolled in the sweepstakes. The grand prize winner will receive a chance to meet Nick Jonas, a new LG G6 smartphone and an LG Home Entertainment System (total value over $5,000).

WHEN:     

Contest entry closes 5/12

Winner announced 5/19

In other LG news if you’re looking for a last minute gift for Mother’s Day check out some cool products!

  • For the stylish and techy mom, the LG Watch Style will be her new favorite companion. This smartwatch lets mom easily go from office chic to gym gal, allowing her to track steps, bike rides, sit-ups and squats with Google Fit – automatically. She can also receive email and text notifications, download her favorite playlists and listen to them right from her wrist. And, with interchangeable MODE bands and thousands of customizable watch faces, mom can match her LG Watch Style to anything she’s wearing.

o   $249

o   Available colors: rose gold, silver and black

  • A favorite of celeb trainer Gunnar Peterson, the LG TONE Active+ headset is great active moms. Compatible with Android and iOS phones,this headset will be your mom’s next workout buddy, offering a hands-free experience and features like IPx4 rated for water and sweat resistance, a customizable in-ear fit and comfortable around-the-neck design. And whether using the built-in external stereo speakers or retractable earbuds, the LG TONE Active+ will help mom turn up and tone up with its stabilizer tips for a secure fit while working out. The Bluetooth® headset also features dual microphones for ultra-clear voice calls when she needs to answer her phone during a workout.

o   $179

o   Available colors: black/gray, black/blue and black/silver

  • The stylish mom who loves her music will love the new LG TONE INFINIM with sound designed by Harman Kardon® Signature Sound, a Bluetooth® headset that’s compatible with Android and iOS devices. Mom will be able to get 12 hours of music listening time, and with the headset’s new Tone Bass™, mom can easily adjust bass right on the earbud. She’ll also never have to worry about missing a call, thanks to easy-to-reach buttons on the side of the headset that make it easy to switch between playlists and calls.

o   $149.99

o   Available colors: black, silver and rose gold

  • For gifts under $100, the newly designed LG TONE PRO headset will make sure your mom never misses a moment of the conversation whether she’s on a business call or listening to music. As a premium Bluetooth wireless headset, the LG TONE PRO boasts smarter features and a sleek, hidden magnetic earbud design that gives this device a look that’s as impressive as its performance. Plus, it has fine, low-profile wires for durability.

o   $69.99

o   Available colors: black, red, white, gold, blue

Ford EcoSport hosted an Advance Screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. You don’t have to be Groot to go small and live big. Ford’s all-new EcoSport – the fun, capable, and connected compact SUV – teamed up with Marvel Studios as the official vehicle of “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.”

Be sure to visit where invites you to be the guardian of your own galaxy, with exciting opportunities to customize your own Guardian character, see exclusive content and enter for a chance to be illustrated by a Marvel artist in the “Unstoppable You” promotion.


International retailer, boohoo.com, announced the forthcoming debut of their summer 2017 collection designed alongside actress, dancer, model, and digital influencer, Stella Hudgens. This marks the fourth women’s design collaboration for boohoo.com and the first for Stella Hudgens. The summer capsule will include a total of 40-60 pieces, spanning the ready-to-wear, footwear, and accessories categories ranging from sizes US 4-12. Inspired by Stella’s distinct style, the collection showcases a range of silhouettes from beachwear and festival ensembles to evening looks. Standout ready-to-wear pieces include crocheted styles, embellished denim, and gingham styles. Rounding out the collection, the accessories were designed to mix-and-match and to complement the apparel offerings. Statement pieces include swimwear, retro sunglasses, and festival bags: fanny packs and backpacks. To bolster the collection, Stella Hudgens served as the model for the summer 2017 campaign, which was photographed by Daria Kobayashi Ritch and styled by Sean Knight at an estate in West Hollywood, Los Angeles.

For the second year, comedic rapper Lil Dicky is teaming up with leading condom brand, Trojan Brand Condoms to remind viewers on the importance of safe sex in five new digital spots. Lil Dicky, who recently released his newest video “Pillow Talking” to great acclaim, talks to everyone from “The Frat Bro” to the “The Experienced Woman” on why safe sex matters & models how approachable the condom conversation  should be.

With sex education becoming a growing topic, the “Pillow Talk, The Virgin,” clip is a favorite and reflects an important conversation. The content features Lil Dicky having a real conversation with a young guy who is new to the topic, discussing some of the fundamentals of putting on a using a condom in a very relatable way.

These clips serve as relatable, educational tools that in true Lil Dicky fashion, are of course a little comedic. The digital spots can be found on YouTube here.

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