Tammy Reese
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Tammy is best known for her legendary interviews with Sharon Stone, Angela Bassett, Sigourney Weaver, Geena Davis, Morris Chestnut, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Laurence Fishburne, Omar Epps, Joseph Sikora, and more.
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Michael Pellegrino
Before forming and co-founding Artists Management Agency, Michael Pellegrino has been in the entertainment industry most of his life. As a young teenager Michael appeared in the Marva Collins Story starring Cicely Tyson and Morgan Freeman. Later that same year Michael was also given the opportunity to work with the late great John Belushi in the movie Continental Divide. As an adult Michael found his comfort zone behind the camera. In 1992, Michael joined Max Net Entertainment as a casting director and went on to become a senior writer, and eventually became the head of the television division.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Musa In The Gambia
Name: Musa Darboe Location: Brufut Village The Gambia. Profession: Actor, Script Writer ,Producer Musa Darboe commonly known as Chief in the Gambia film industry is the youngest filmmaker in my country . When it comes to filmmaking his country is behind . Government and National Center For Art And Culture doesn't help filmmakers at all, it is really frustrating for him. Actors need another job to support themselves, but can't depend on the film acting .
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Geeks
Yonga Arts
I am Oscar Korbla Mawuli Awuku also known as Yonga Arts. I was born on the 18/05/1999. I had my basic education at Senajoy Preparatory School and secondary school education at Mawuli senior high and currently reading Commercial Arts in Painting at Takoradi Technical University.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Anna Nyakana
Anna Nyakana is an award-winning and best-selling author, speaker, and entrepreneur. Her book “Niyah Zuri and the Pharaoh’s Throne” focuses on representation and bringing diversity to the classroom. Truly turning the curriculum on its edge to ensure children of color learn about actual history beyond Black History Month . With a fearless Black heroine leading the way, Anna’s Niyah Zuri mission also focuses on girl-empowerment, including inspiring young girls to love themselves and their natural hair. “Your hair is an extension of your spirit; a gloriously kinky and curly crown,” just like her main character Niyah Zuri, as well as herself.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Papa Joe Aviance
Papa Joe Aviance is a successful clothing designer, musician and CEO of his LA-based production company, Papa Joe Networks. He was able to get to where he is today because of his drive, ambition and positivity. In 2002 Papa Joe moved to Hollywood to pursue a career in acting and music.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Motivation
Terri Abney
Terri Abney received her breakout role as Mildred’s (Ruth Negga’s) sister in the Oscar- nominated film, LOVING. She can also be seen on-screen in John Hillcoat’s Triple 9 and Peter Billingsley’s Term Life. Terri recently starred alongside Gary Carr and Ian McShane in Dan Pritzker’s Film “Bolden” set in the 1906, based on the Jazz Musician Buddy Bolden, which premiered in theaters May of this year.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Geeks
New York State International Film Festival Online
The 5th Annual New York State International Film Festival in conjunction with the Upstate NY Women in Film & TV and Haydenfilms Institute is taking place virtually, September 25th through October 9th. The festival will be screening on the All Abilities Live online platform
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Geeks
Joey Raimondi
Joey Raimondi is an entertainer who began hosting and organizing live events as a teenager. His journey in the industry allowed him to perform in various creative projects in both film and music all across the country. Joey's passion and ambition inspired him to start the Ultimate Platform - a digital Hollywood community where members can upload/share their own original content while receiving favorable royalties, network with others to collaborate and/or pitch projects, and even host and attend live industry events (Film Festivals, Casting Calls, Workshops, Premieres, and private screenings). The Ultimate Platform is a place for talented individuals to unite as one community, providing the support and freedom to mold our virtual world into a frontier of limitless creative expression. #dreamBIG!
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Jayleen S Perez
Award winning Film Director Jayleen S Perez is a former Jersey City, Miss Puerto Rico 2011. In addition to beauty pageants she was very athletic and has won many softball awards from the ages of 9-17, including a stand out MVP award. After receiving a degree in Health Service Administration, She was hired as a Spanish Translator for the NJ public school system. Shortly after that she became the Research Manager and Office Administrator for a dermatologist. At the age of 25, In 2019 Jayleen wrote her first short film “Karmen” which she then directed and co-produced in the fall of the same year. “Karmen” is a romantic thriller with a strong Latina and LGBTQ presence. It has been well received in film festivals both domestic and internationally. “Karmen” has won racked up various nominations and awards in reputable film festivals some examples include: Best Drama at the Couch Film Festival in Canada, Best First Time Director award in the Brightside film festival in Jersey City, Best Director nomination at the IndieX film festival in Los Angeles, as well as a nomination at the Oniros Film Awards in Italy.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Geeks
Tiauna Jackson
Tiauna Jackson is a Talent and Literary Agent for The Jackson Agency. Headquartered in Century City, California, Ms. Jackson built her agency from the ground up within the entertainment industry’s most competitive market, Los Angeles. Anchored on Avenue of the Stars in Century City, Tiauna decided to start her own agency after finding barriers to entry not only for herself, but for artists and writers of color, LGBTQ+ identifying, and Senior Citizens. Ms. Jackson made history by becoming the first Writers Guild of America franchise in Atlanta, Georgia; and is believed to be the first known Black woman with 100 percent ownership of her agency to become a WGA franchise in Los Angeles. With her agency dedicated to the underestimated, underrepresented, and the underserved, Jackson applies a “root for the underdog” mentality to fostering the careers of emerging artists. She looks forward to providing representation that matters to the exceptionally talented artists of the world. Additionally, she was featured in the New York Times, Medium, Oz Magazine, and Arizona Informant for her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion while facing adversity through resilience.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Trailblazing Publicists
Hey Vocal readers! Hope all continues to be well during these unprecedented times. I am sharing with you some major inspiration. Please share this article and connect with these highly accomplished Publicists you should know that is taken over, and making their mark in the world. The hard work and passion these talented PR Professionals put into their individual businesses and clients is a sight to see. I am so proud of each of them and completely honored to showcase these All-Star PR Specialists to you all. As an Independent Publicist and Journalist, Founder of Visionary Minds Public Relations and Media, I am inspired. Anyone who aspires to join the Public Relations industry takes notes from these professionals who are killing it in the game. Enjoy!
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Journal
Campbell Grobman Films
Hey Vocal readers check out this amazing "Tesla" trailer which dropped recently from IFC Films. The biopic, which debuted at Sundance, stars four time Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke and is set for a theatrical and on-demand release August 21st. "Tesla", a freewheeling take on visionary inventor Nikola Tesla, his interactions with Thomas Edison and J.P. Morgan's daughter Anne, and his breakthroughs in transmitting electrical power and light.
By Tammy Reese5 years ago in Geeks
