A special shout out to COFFEETAWKNJ from the Watch What Happens Live Host himself, Andy Cohen!
He gets the Mazel of the Day from us for being such a stand-up act in the media and entertainment industry!
A true self-proclaimed Pop Culture Expert, I see Andy Cohen as a genius. We share a love for all things entertainment, but he has separated himself completely by not just being a lover a pop culture but a creator of it.
The Real Housewives franchise has changed the game for the Bravo Network and the heavy-hitter names that appear along side his chair in the clubhouse seem to be a who's who of Hollywood elite!
And now comes along his second book, bound to follow in his very own New York Times Best Selling footsteps, The Andy Cohen Diaries: A Deep Look at a Shallow Year. A satire in it's own right, the book is inspired by his very own iconic muse, Andy Warhol.
When I had my moment with him, I shared my love for the industry and couldn't help but boast about my very own celebrity encounters and passion for writing that lead to COFFEETAWKNJ!
I don't know how, but I have gotten myself into some crazy adventures with some Celebrities from every list of the alphabet!
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As long as we live, we will live and breath pop culture!
I couldn't resist but drown myself in the moment and brief him on all I have been working towards!
After all, I can relate to everything he built... just wandering around in my twenties trying to figure out how to make it happen, till one day I just started doing what I love and writing about what I know.
It has not been easy still to this day and I often wonder if it is worth it or if it will ever really pay off.
Andy Cohen is the epitome of finding one's path to success while still maintaining integrity and passion for what you love!
He actually loved pop culture so much, he created his own instead of following the bouncing ball!
I am so enamored with that idea.
Thank you Andy Cohen for writing this book, for opening doors and providing opportunities, letting light shine through the crack, and being my Andy Warhol Diaries<3
P.s. If you ever read this, a dream/top of my bucket list is to one day be a bartender on What What Happens Live if not in the chair next to you for some other reason...Figure you could probably pull some strings. lol Just saying!
“After reading this funny, intimate, candid, honest diary of a year in Andy's life, I couldn't help but wonder, "Is Andy Cohen...Carrie Bradshaw?” —Sarah Jessica Parker
NIGHT, DECEMBER 8, AT
MARRIOTT MARQUIS IN TIMES SQUARE
New York, November 12—Three of the greatest
leaders, world champions and most revered figures in New York sports history – Derek Jeter, Eli Manning and Mark Messier – will make a rare
appearance together at the “Captains of New York” VIP
experience presented by Steiner Sports
on Monday night, December 8, at the
Marriott Marquis in Times Square, from 5:00-7:30
PM.
Jeter’s Yankees, Manning’s Giants, and Messier’s Rangers are all
indelibly etched forever in the fabric of New York’s rich sports history,
underlined by their clutch performances, accomplished leadership and world
championship performances.
For one night only, fans will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
for a VIP experience with these legendary sports figures. The exclusive package
includes: two tickets to the “meet and greet” and photo opportunity, and one
limited edition “Captains of New York” set featuring a Jeter autographed
baseball, Manning autographed minihelmet and Messier autographed Rangers logo
puck, all showcased in a limited edition panoramic glass display case. The VIP
packages start at $2,500.
(Note that the players will not be signing any other merchandise at the
event, and that the limited edition collectibles will be shipped following the
event).
General Admission tickets are priced at $125, which includes a ticket to
the moderated discussion and a $50 Steiner Sports Gift Card.
For tickets and information call 914-307-1065 or visit http://www.steinersports.com/events.html.
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Who knew Vinny Guadagnino could do more than just fist pump down the shore?
Vinny is turning into a bit of a renaissance man as he is perfecting his credibility and poking fun at his humble start on breakout MTV reality show Jersey Shore.
While many of his cast mates have moved on to bigger and better, some have fizzled, others make headlines, he is taking his next steps seriously to establish an identity in the entertainment industry.
From best selling author of Control The Crazy, to a short stint interviewing celebrities on The Show With Vinny, his improv classes with the well-known Upright Citizens Brigade have lead him to the live stage performing stand-up down the shore where it all began.
I not only caught the show and a glimpse into his great potential if he chooses to embrace the comedy bug full throttle, but I was also able to sit down one on one with him to discuss this seemingly out of the blue venture.
"It only seems to be random for other people because they have no idea I have been doing improv for about 5 years now. I absolutely love it. I take acting classes and scene study and I'm just now getting myself out there" says Vinny.
When I played catch up with Vinny on what he has been up to and why he has turned to comedy, I was not only intrigued by his choices but humbled by his responses.
He really seemed to have a solid understanding and appreciation for his current notoriety.
Vinny opened up about the last couple years and what his main focus has been...
"Honestly, right now I am just trying to educate myself in every facet of entertainment. Being on a hit TV show has def. blessed me with a lot of opportunities that I would not have gotten. But when I walk in, I want to have the credentials to back it up and feel like I have earned it."
Jessica: Well, I'm not just tootin' your horn here, but I must say, your a funny guy. I follow stand up and I was really curious when I saw you were a part of this show. What kind of reactions have you been getting?
Vinny: Since no one really knew how involved I have been with improv, people are def. shocked at first! They either make a joke of it, make fun of the Jersey Shore, and/or question my capabilities. Trick is I try and address those issues in the beginning and not take myself to seriously. Then on the other hand you have people that really do expect a lot from me. When I hit the stage they want me to live up to some Louis CK standard. But the man has been perfecting this for 40 years. I have been on stage maybe 20 times so far. Trust me I know what I am up against. I also know how lucky I am. I get paid to play pretend and entertain!
Vinny Guadagnino hosted alongside Uncle Vinnie's regulars Ryan Maher, Liz Russo, and Anthony Didomenico. Everyone was absolutely hysterical and the perfect way to end my week with some uncontrollable laughter- ME
Uncle Vinnie's brings you comedy legends, heavyweights, and favorites like Andrew Dice Clay, Gilbert Gottfried, and coming soon Nick Dipaolo and Paul Reiser.
Check the Calender for upcoming shows and even book a party for your next event!
As creator of CoffeeTawkNJ, I am in front of the camera
often, as well as in front of heavy hitters in the entertainment industry and
media. I know how important it is to have a smile that shines!
Plus, the name has multiple
meanings on top of everything else, I am an avid coffee drinker.
FYI, coffee stains
teeth! Help me.
I was really interested in finding out more about Dr.
Jacquie Smiles when I caught wind of her practice and her long list of
celebrity clients including Maxim Chmerkovsky, Ray Romano, Lindsay Lohan, and ummm hello, John
Legend!
From Broadway
spotlights, red carpets flashes, and stadium lights, Jacquie Smiles is responsible for
many of the smiles we fall for!
Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jacqueline
Fulop- Gooding, D.M.D., P.C, health and wellness guru to the stars and an overachieving
woman of Manhattan, to speak about her experience and what lead her to being
one of the top players in the field of predominantly men.
From when she was young she was always “attracted to smiles”, she says.
“Anything I could do
to make someone smile, I wanted to be a part of it. It just made me happy. What
better way to be around smiles all the time then to do what I do!”
Dr. Jacquie
Smiles completed her DMD degree & orthodontic residency at Boston
University. Following her graduation, she became the 1st Female & Youngest
Director of B.U.’s Predoctoral Orthodontic Department.
Dr. Jacquie Smiles was
invited to join Invisalign’s Prestigious Faculty Department built of just 24
experts from a total of 55,000 practicing dentists and orthodontists.
Let’s just think about how major that is for a second before I
continue…
As a member
of The National Speaker’s Bureau, she has lectured around the globe teaching
over 14,000 doctors, students, and their teams in numerous areas of
orthodontics to follow her lead.
Dr. Jacquie
was in the first group of orthodontists ever certified with Invisalign. The honor
of being an Invisalign Super Elite Provider is reserved for only the top 1% of
doctors in North America.
When the Invisalign
Teen Campaign launched in 2009 on the Tyra Bank’s Show, Jacquie Smiles was the
Spokesperson bringing her a lot of accolade and notoriety.
She maybe the face of Invisalign, but that is not her only main focus.
Although high profile professionals have sought out her
expertise for years, she truly enjoys connecting her passion for making people
smile by marrying the idea of offering credible medicinal services with a
spa-like environment.
*Checkout the Best of the Best in Comedy coming through to our neighborhood!
Plan your next party<3
Description:
Described as a high energy comic, Chris Distefano acts out a variety of characters derived from his life, typically leaving you on the edge of your seat wondering “Who the hell is that he’s talking about?" Chris has worked at all of the top comedy clubs across New York City including but not limited to Gotham Comedy Club, Carolines on Broadway, and The Comedy Cellar. Chris has a Bachelors degree in Psychology to impress his mom’s friends, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy to impress his Moms friend’s Moms. You can catch Chris all over MTV! He is a current cast member on MTV2s hit show “GuyCode”. You can also see him featured on MTVs “GirlCode” “Failosiphy” and “Money From Strangers”. Chris was selected from hundreds of comedians across the country to be one of Comedy Centrals “Comics to Watch” as part of the 2012 New York Comedy Festival. He was selected as a finalist in “New York’s Funniest” as a part of the 2012 New York Comedy festival as well. On June 20th, 2013, Chris made his network Televison debut, on The Late Show with David Letterman, on CBS. Chris has opened up for comedy legends such as Richard Lewis, Gilbert Godfried, and Artie Lange. Chris has been heard on Sirius XM radio and his left elbow was featured on a National Subway Commercial. It’s a good elbow. He would know.
