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Ambi’ance Directory CEO Jonathan

Fields

VP OPERATIONS & design Yvonne Coleman-Burney

Comedy reporter Marc Howard

Creative Writer Kimberly Jackson

BEAUTY EDITOR Nycole Jones

contributing editor Michelle Stackfield

MEDIA DIRECTOR & Photographer Raalow Street

AMBI’ANCE ENTERTAINMENT TEAM SiFred Mitchell Saul Escudero

The Speel it Show

CONTENTS

Departments

ARTIST SHOWCASE

BEAUTY WITH NYCOLE

BOOKOLOGY 86

CHILLAXIN FASHIONS 40

COMMUNITY NEWS

DESIGNER OF THE MONTH 42

EDITORS NOTES

KOMIC KORNER

SINGLE OF THE MONTH

On The Cover -an up close and personal look at Schatar, where has she been, and what’s new in her life. Ambi’ance has the scoop!

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FEATURES

65 29. Mama’s Boy “His obession with Mom can affect your relationship with him”

27. Celebrating Whitney Remembering the unforgettable Whitney Houston

16. Rapper KP “Next 2 Blow”

69. Who is Maurico Soltero Born To Sing

82. Comedian Luenelle “Birthday Bash”

On the Cover: Schatar Sapphira 8. Ambi’ance Release Party “Hollywood Swinging”

Editor in Chief with Guy Torrey

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1. b Ambi’ance Magazine Release Party. On Feb ruary 26, 20 1 2 Ambi’ a nce M aga zi n e In c . forma lly int ro du c e d to southe rn c a liforn ia thei r ente rtain me n t, fas h io n , in d o ing s o Am bi’ an c e procl aim ed February as t h e offici al “ mo nth” of l ov e a nd roma nce.

RED CARPET

Despite it being “Oscar Night” in Hollywood, Ambiance Magazine presented it’s Release Party & Fundraiser at the Celebrity Center. And yes it was a star-studded night of Music, Fashion, and Comedy. Catch the” Making of the Ambiance Magazine Cover Photo Shoot”, The Re-Broadcast of the Podcast, and The show in it’ entirety on FB, Youtube .

Silent Auction >

<CEO Jonathan Fields and VP of Operations YCB Joan Burton & Dirk davis

Rev Kenny baker&wife Sheila chief editor J. Fields Diva Gray From the group chic

<Truman photography of san diego, ca

Sickle cell org. >

SINGER CC RAYNE> CELEBRITY HAIRSTYLIST Nycole Jones >

<Singer Ripley fairchild singer lamont wheat

<model leo & Friend, dirk davis

ruben Najera & Fiance>

<CEO Jonathan Fields and Mauricio Soltero

< Angela Relford discover my showcase

editors note O n F ebruary 26 “A mbiance M agazine ” ha d it ’ s R elease Party & F un d R aiser at the P restigious C elebrity C enter in H ollywoo d C A . I t was T ruly a G ala A ffair complete with Auctions , M usic , Come dy an d of course a “ Designer YC B ” Fashion S how. thoughts for march

What made this venture truly amazing is Ambiance Magazine, dared to share the Hollywood stage with the Tinsel Town Elite (as they prepared for the 84 Academy Awards Presentation). Although our audience attendance was modest by Academy Awards standards, we more than held our own. We boasted some of Hollywood’s hottest Fashion and Entertainment powerhouse’s, as evidenced by Tim Greene-Tim Greene Entertainment,

Be Ann’s-Be Ann’s Accessories, Angela Reliford-Discover My Showcase, Wa’Dell Jones-Rock of Ages Records, Terrell “Big T” Hammond-Aww Rite Now Entertainment, Divine Divaz-Shoes & Handbags, Amos “Big June” Lawson-Urban Soul Radio, Talk Fusion Communication, Raalow Street-Raalow Street TV Entertainment,

Editors Note Cont:

Joslyn Pennywell-Actress/Model/Host, LaMont Wheat-International Recording Artist, Ripley Fairchild-Model/Recording Artist, Cee Cee Rayne- Recording Artist, Dirk Davis-Ton’Dour Radio/TV Productions, Mauricio Soltero- Latin Recording Artist, Heather Dmare Marsh-International Cover Girl, Mark Howard-Comedy Central/Comic-View/Def Jam Comedian, Tracey Neely & Lady V.O.-Recording Artists, Jeannine Fisher-Jeannine Fisher Casting, Real Estate Moguals Rodney Tatum & Monica Williams, Joan Burton-San Diego Polo Association/Fine Magazine, Juhahn Jones-Juhahn Jones TV Show, K.J. Styles, Celebrity Hairstylist Nycole, Former lead singer for the group 70’s group Chic Diva Gray, Make Up Artist Leslie Feliz, Linda Williams-Tough Cookie Talk Radio Show/Spoken Word Artist, Rio ColeAgent/Singer/Writer, Ruben Najera-Professional Skate Boarder, The Speel It Show Cast, and a host of others. “Ambiance Magazine” took pride in showcasing both Seasoned Professionals and New Comers alike. Our Fashion show was both Chic and Avanguard. The Designs Fly. We also introduced our Non-Profit Flagship-”The Believe & Achieve Foundation”, Inc to L.A. It was truly a marriage of Community, Advocacy, & Entertainment. Lastly i would be re-missed if I did not acknowledge those who’s hard work, made this ambitious project possible. Our Venue Host; The Celebrity Center and there wonder full staff. Master of Ceremony for the evening; Saul Escondero. Videographer Extraordinaire; Raalow Street. Photographer’s Tom & Christy Truman of Truman Photogrpahy of San Diego, Designer YCB Fashion Show Producer; Yvvone Coleman-Burney. Ambiance Magazine Red Carpet MC; Cassandra Williams. Steven Kimbrough-Comedian/The Podman Show. “Ambiance Magazine” wants to thank each & everyone of you for believing in us.

REAL people

Who is Rapper KP? K.P. Next to Blow By Dark Gable

Born in South Central, Los Angeles, Rapper KP has seen his share of urban trials and tribulations. In fact, his story is straight out of Compton, Boyz in the Hood, and Menace to Society all rolled into one. The difference with KP is that he realized after high school that living on the streets and hustling did not have a good retirement plan so, he decided to channel his desires on a more positive tip. To him, pursuing a music career

was a natural evolution for someone growing up watching Krayzie Bone of Bone Thugs-nHarmony, Snoop Dogg, Warren

Raw Lyrics and Tight Flow

G., Dr Dre, Tupac, and others make their paperlegally. A health food and fitness fanatic, KP decided a long time ago that eating healthy and staying in shape would allow him a peace

of mind as well as longevity. His drive stems from his desire to show the world not only his talent, but also his determination to avoid typecasting. For KP, determination has always been a key factor in his life and career.

NEXT 2 BLOW TALKING 2 THE STREETS......

Looking forward to building his brand through his own record label, KP plans to use this label to create an outlet where up-and-coming artists can be successful as well as expose them to his holistic lifestyle and training routines. Along with fitness and releasing music independently, KP also looks forward to being able to make videos, do some acting, write music, and go on tours. Currently, he is working on the release of a candid documentary depicting the STRUGGLES that goes with making it as a new artist in Los Angeles. Completely vested into health and wellness, KP would like to open an “Entertainment Industry Only” gym and “Holistic Fitness Spa” as well as develop a health drink and/or related supplements. Let’s not forget this cat can spit! His raspy, gritty, hard-core style is best described as a “straight jab to the cra-

nium!” If your soul cries disbelief or denial, KP’s lyrics will strike gut wrenching fear! His delivery is “Black Mamba” relentless like a shot of tequila and a Jack Daniel chaser (think DMX meets TONE LOC in El Segundo)! He is “Old School Gangsta with New School Swag! Don’t take my word for it, judge for yourself! Check out his very first mixed hit, “Next to Blow”, featuring DJ Skee and DMC from Run-DMC (first released in 2006), or “Talk of the Streets” featuring Los Angeles’ legendary, DJ Warrior (released Sept 2009). Other high-octane joints are “Trippin Da 4, “So Cal” “Long time Coming,” and the ever combustible, “See What I See.” There is no denying that KP is 2012’s Hottest New West Coast Rapper!

To find out more about his upcoming “Talk to the Streets” tour, check out his websites: www.facebook.com/kpnext2blow www.reverbnation.com/kpnext2blow www.myspace.com/kptalkofthestreets

ARTIST SHOWCASE BEN HEINE “His galleries are filled with great stuff and he can walk beautifully between several art directions, creating amazing pieces in any way he goes”. BEN HEINE (born June 12, 1983 in Abidjan, Ivory coast) is a Belgian multidisciplinary visual artist. He is best known for his original series “Pencil vs Camera”, “Digital Circlism” and “Flesh and Acrylic”. Ben Heine has been drawing all his life since a very young age, he started being interested in photography later on, during his studies in Journalism. He doesn’t make any specific distinction between photography or drawing. Photography has actually become one of his major specialties although he would never have imagined he would ecome a professional photographer one day. Ben always has a camera with him. He takes pictures every minute. He also spends a lot of time improving his images. Many of his final photos look somehow like paintings. Photography is all about light. The way light is used can generate a real difference and a huge impact in the resulting images. Light defines everything, the subjects, the environment, the atmosphere... Ben knows it and he always tries to remove all the visible imperfections to enhance and add a dramatic touch in all his pictures in a creative way to get the best results possible.

His Pencil vs Camera body of work

PENCIL VS CAMERA

DIGITAL CIRCLISM

PHOTOGRAPHY by ben heine

New work by Ben Heine

Artist Ben Heine - For more information about his artwork: info@benheine.com

CELEBRATING WHITNEY

Some Of Our Favorite Whitney Songs You Give Good Love, Saving All My Love For You Greatest Love Of All, All At Once If You Say My Eyes Are Beautiful Didn’t We Almost Have It All Where Do Broken Hearts Go All The Man That I Need Run To You, I Have Nothing I Will Always Love You, Exhale

by Michelle Stackfield As Ambi’ance Magazine went to print last month, we like the rest of the world were shocked and dismayed as reports hit the airwaves of yet another lost in the music and entertainment industry. Never would we have imagined that the lost this time would be Whitney Houston. Grammy Award winning singer, actress, producer, model, mother, sister, daughter, niece, aunt, cousin and friend, Whitney with her infectious smile and five octave voice ranges will continue to leave her imprint upon the world. Since her arrival on the music scene over two decades ago with her first hit single, “You Give Good Love”, Whitney has been a musical catalyst of inspiration to the generation of Brandy, Kelly Rowland, Alicia Keys, Kelly Clarkson and Jennifer Hudson to name a few, proving that there is nothing they could not do when music is their passion. With accolades too numerous to list, “The Voice”, as Oprah Winfrey affectionately refers to Whitney, will truly be missed and yet remembered amongst the great recording artists Luther Vandross, Teena Marie, Vesta Williams, Gerald and Sean Levert, Minnie Riperton, Phyllis Hyman, Aaliyah and others who like Whitney, have left us way too soon! Grammy Award winning, singer and painter, Tony Bennett summed it up with one song, “How Do You Keep the Music Playing?”

Why Does It Hurt So Bad, Heartbreak Hotel My Love Is Your Love, Same Script, Different Cast It’s Not Right But It’s Okay, My Love Is Your Love Step By Step, I’m Every Woman, I’m Your Baby Tonight I Wanna Dance With Somebody, How Will I Know

This month, Ambi’ance Magazine would like to say,

“Thank you, Whitney, as we pay homage to your legacy.”

MAMA’S BOY Who is a m a m a ’s b o y ? w h a t a r e the chararistics of a mam a ’s b o y ? i f y o u a r c o n f u s e d you wont be after read i n g t h i s a r t i c l e . b y K i m berly Jackson

You might be thinking in your mind, “What does she know about a momma’s boy?” Let me tell you something, I am no foreigner to male statistics, neither any dummy to their secret identity hidden from the society. I can say one thing that is true. I am a daddy’s girl, which means I have some simple facts. So allow me a change to stroke your mind, to give the info on “How momma’s boy really feels about their mothers?” First, let me ask you a question. Raise your hands if you know a momma’s boy? Mind you, he is still living with mother. Okey dokey! Well said. Some momma boy’s claim it’s because of their previous failed relationships or current troubles that drives them back home. He reminds you that the only reason he still live with his mother is because nobody really loves him. He believes his poignant story that his last wife or girlfriend left him for another man. He lives to please his mother, so he will fill your ear

with garbage so you can feel sorry for him. A boy or man exemplify by abnormal intimacy toward his mother and frequently by shyness and excessively superior manners. Mama’s boy is a man or little boy who cannot think for themselves, who have to get his mothers consent to make right or wrong decisions. The boy is very dedicated to his mother and he’s not apparently a masculine man, he is seen very susceptible no matter if he is not active. He has to hear his mother voice or see her on a daily basis and most definitely more than once a day. He cannot breathe without his mother. He will be defeated if she disappear because he is not strong enough to think for himself. He might just jump off the climb or carve his throat if his mother commands him to do so. What makes a momma’s boy? He was conceived to be a “rotten apple.” His mother focus is to never allow him to be the man. The treatment he receives from his mother replaces his absent fa-

ther. Maybe his father is a downtrodden, never around, or they just weren’t close. He just might be over protected of his mother, but that do not excuse his laziness while sitting on the couch watching television eating popcorn and playing video games. Can momma’s boy eventually affect his relationship with women? Well of course he will. We do not need a Popsy-Wopsy to give us the latest news. Common sense will tell you it’s a man ego; he eventually will leave the nest one day. Okay its looks bad, and sounds bad - I totally agree. Sure he is in his thirties and still living with mum; try his forties. Time will most likely change for the better If your relationship is not working it’s all because you’re missing something….his mother’s touch. Of course he believes you far from a virtuous woman. His mother and you do not get alone, so he will convince you all day and night your relationship will never work..

You will by no means be perfect enough for him, even if you do agree with his mother’s ways. Whatever he says or does his mother will applause his effort, so your opinions do not matter. His mother is his number one woman so ladies you are up for a competition. He loves his mum - and no one can change that. Everything mum does or whatever mum says goes. If his momma don’t’ agree, it will not happen. You can’t put her back in the bottle, she‘s his Gene. To all the ladies, what if his mother controls his life to the end of the road telling him who to marry? She would any means try to ruin your marriage or he will just not listen to you. He is useless with women, weak, timorous, and missing the courage to be the man to stand up to his mother. At the mean time, what are you going to do? A. Live with it. B. Head for the hills C. Caught the first train smoking. D. All of the above. The ball is in your hands. Remember he might be a momma’s boy, but that do not change the fact that he is still a man. He was created to love. Doing his up-bringing, he watched his mother every move that gives him the hope to become the best husband one day. Did you hear what I said? One day, even if it hasn’t happened yet. Just a reminder, his sole purpose is to love a woman as he loves his mother. So do not give up because of his current status. The boy just loves his mum. He was well groomed to produce a healthy and respectful relationship sooner or later. Keep Hope Alive Never say never and remember relationships are something to work at even when you feel like your momma’s boy will never change. He might invite you over his house while his mother sleeping in the other room. Placing the “do not disturb” sign on the door can become very obvious that he do not live alone. You finally change your daily schedule to make time to spend with this man, but his mother still comes first. Early on Saturday morning while pouring a glass of milk and cookies, when closing the refrigerator his mother is staring you in the face. What an embarrassment while you wearing her favorite lingerie. And to momma boy’s, just a reminder, keeps momma opinions and negativity out of your relationships. Stop allowing your mother to control your life making it difficult for you the live. A woman work hard to prove that they can be equal to your mother. Your relationships should not become a fear factor to women making it too risky for them to transform a momma’s boy into a man. Being a momma’s boy, you must choose to divorce your mother. Even if you act as if you are a spoil apple; you still need to be peeled.

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Inspiration

A Fabulous Life aPPRECIATING YOUR PAST

he easiest thing in the world is to be negative about your past and the mistakes you have made because it is your comfort zone it is where you feel less threaten your are familiar with the past and all that you have gone through because you spent a lot of time with the hurt, pain and the negative issues it brought you. So many people have risen from some of the most painful and terrifying circumstances becoming stronger with much more insight then they ever could have imagined. The past is what makes us who we become, better.

by Ycoleman-Burney

lESSONS OF lIFE

bE tHANKFUL

urt, pain, suffering through your life’s journey is what it takes to truly understand the Grace of God! You sometimes have to weather through your storms to appreciate the rain. Sometimes you will have to dance in the rain instead of cry because of the rain. And sometimes you will have to hang by a thin rope before you can appreciate the solid ground and standing on your two feet. Everything we experience in life takes us to another victory. Its the lessons that we learn and share that make life beautiful and sometimes it is not what we got out of it but what we give back.

race abounds each new day so don’t take it for granted that you awoke! It was God’s kiss that opened your eyes yet another day. Be thankful for the small stuff not just the big things in life. Start to thank him for the things he said no to, not just the new car, or the new house, the raise on the job, but for your hearing, your speech, your limbs that enable you to walk and dress yourself each day. For a roof over your head and the food you eat. We get so caught up on the things we want and trying to achieve in life that we forget to notice and thank him for the things we already have.

Ruben Najera

Skateboarding to Success

By Jonathan Fields

I first met Ruben Najera in 2011 at the “Manny Mania Tour” (an international skateboarding showcase sponsored by Red Bull) in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. I found him to be charming, professional and very excited about his craft. As we talked briefly, I said to him, “You know so much about this sport that I could see you being a national spokesperson for professional skateboarding.” He has done so much that it is hard to believe he is only twenty-six years old! Ruben, an accomplished, professional technical skateboarder, received his first sponsorship at sixteen; turned pro at twenty-one and now owns a successful business. A bona fide entrepreneur, Ruben’s leisure time consists of producing music, films and videos to help motivate at-risk-youths.

You can also peep his swagger on the cover of numerous magazines! Although Ruben was born in El Centro, California, you would like to think he was from Beverly Hills because it is evident that he is destined to become, the “New International Face of Professional Skateboarding!” Watch out, Tony Hawk! AM: How did you get started in professional skateboarding? RUBEN: It took a lot of hard work and dedication to my craft of skateboarding to reach the level that I am at now. I have been skateboarding for fifteen years

and just turned professional five years ago. AM: Did you have any skateboarding idols and what if any influence did Tony Hawk have on you? RUBEN: I would say Ronnie Creager and Daewon Song for sure. I never looked up to Tony because I grew up ‘street’ skateboarding. Now that I am older, I really respect Tony for what he has accomplished financially and in his marketing and business achievements. AM: Looking at the success of the X Games, it appears as though pro skateboarding is extremely popular, especially on the west coast. With that said, where does it go from here? CONT:

RUBEN: There are more kids skateboarding now than there are playing baseball. It is crazy and yes, the X-Games have helped to make the sport more popular for sure, but so have Street League and the Dew Tour. Personally, my favorite pro-contest is Tampa Pro! Now that contest is legit! AM: In the 1970’s to a lot of inner city kids (minorities in particular); basketball gained popularity because it did not require a lot of money to play. Would this be true with the skateboard craze that has exploded in the late nineties? RUBEN: Sure, because it is actually very easy to obtain a skateboard, especially since it cost a lot less than a bicycle. AM: How much can a pro skateboarder earn? RUBEN: It depends upon the sponsorships and contest wins. The income varies, but to put things in perspective, as an amateur skateboarder, I earned five hundred dollars after winning first place. Now I earn a paid salary and receive a percentage for each of my signature products. You can for sure make a nice living skateboarding! AM: Tony Hawk is considered the “GODFATHER” of today’s skateboard entrepreneurship. Do you see him in that same light? RUBEN: Yea, business wise, I definitely admire what he has done. However, I look up to as well, so many other very successful skateboarders out there. AM: I understand you share an endorsement with LA Clippers’ superstar: Blake Griffin? RUBEN: Yes I do! AM: How did that come about? RUBEN: Power Bar broke sales records with my first signature Power Bar box cover and signed me for another two years. I was honored with the cover again and this time in the same campaign as Los Angeles Clippers’ superstar, Blake Griffin. Blake is a real cool dude and it was an honor to be amongst the likes of him let alone the same category as a premiere athlete.

AM: Where do you see the sport and yourself ten years from now? RUBEN: Still doing it big, getting exposure, pushing my skateboarding to greater heights, stepping up my tricks and taking them to the next level. AM: Can you explain/ describe some of the highly skilled and difficult moves you perform? RUBEN: I do a lot of double flip variations and ‘Manila’, which are basically ‘wheelies’. They require a lot of patience, balance and perseverance. It takes a lot of skill and practice to master these types of tricks. AM: Have you ever been hurt? RUBEN: I have been hurt a couple of times but nothing worse than what I would have if I were playing basketball or running. AM: What is next for you, Ruben? RUBEN: Next for me? I would say, finishing my part for the ‘Struggle Skateboards’ video, Sworn. I will be filming and doing photo-shoots for all my sponsors, going on some big tours this year and doing a ton of skateboard demos!

I am also starting a non-profit organization to help youths who would like to get involved in skateboarding. AM: How can our readers learn more about you and your company? RUBEN: They can check out my skateboard company at www. struggleskateboards.com and my personal website, www. ruben-najera.com. Last, but not least, I would like to thank my sponsors: Struggle Skateboards, SnuggBuds Headsets, SixStar Clothing, Etcetera Project, Power Bar, Driscoll’s Skate Shop, Khiro Bushings, Cheat Wheels, Nitro Bearings, Grip Gum, Tail Devil, S One Helmet, Epic Camera, Question Hardware, Peter Grimm Headwear, Purity Organic and Filtrate Eyewear!

WELCOME NYCOLE Nycole has always had a love for beauty and fashion even as a child.

An accomplished Ballet Dancer and Avid Photographer, WHICH has helped her to have the balance of a well rounded stylist with vision and skills that merge her A level above THE REST. Nycole‘s incredible talents have caught the eyes of many celebrities and well know stylists whom she often collaborates with on various studio sets and magazine shoots.

Nycole will be giving us her professional secrets and tips on hair care and beauty for

Ambi’ance is honored to have Nycole as part of the Ambi’ance beauty team WWW.Hairbynycole.com

all occasions each month right here in Ambiance Magazine Inc. So look for her stylish expertise and step by step quick hair do’s and hair don’ts.

CHILLAXIN Fashions & Style

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“Fashion is for those whose flair, style, & elegance symbolizes differences. Fashion is a style of life; never a brand.”

In his eyes, fabrics, patterns, visions, and dreams are the main elements that inspire a Michael Emmanuel Couture design. Michael’s designs and creations have garnered national attention, unique appea l and recognition, and instant respect among his fans, peers, and admirers. As his flagship company Michael E mmanuel Couture c ontinues to rise to stratospheric heights, this living legend continues to embrace the simple steps that h e has made in the past in an effort to continually mold his future and remain on top in one

MICHAEL EMMANUEL COUTURE

His P e rs o n a l mo tto i s , “N e v e r let a ny o ne tak e y o u r d re am s, v is i on s , a nd as p ira t io n s an d use the m to b e n ef i t the m s e lv e s . K ee p ing Go d fi rs t i n y o u r li f e w i l l make a ll y o u r dr e am s a r e a lity.”

DESIGNER OF THE MONTH of life’s mo s t c o m p e t itive industr i e s . U n f o rtunately for t h e c i t y o f N ew York ( a n d f o r t unately for t h e r e s t o f t h e country), M i c h a e l ’s g i f t of fashion w a s m u c h t o o extensive an d a p p e a l i n g to keep in o n e l i m i t e d section of t h e U n i t e d States. Amb i ’ a n c e i s honored to s h a r e a s m a l l piece of thi s i n c r e d i b l e designers w o r k .

Modell ANDREA TURNER

From MEC spring collection

MODEL: MALIAH NORRIS

PHO’RUE Photography by La’Rue

With a talent so infinite and designs so innovative, Michael Emmanuel has not only generated positive vibes on runways throughout America, but has also left an indelible imprint on media outlets as well. In addition to a killer website prepared to launch in 2012, the ground-breaking designs of Michael Emmanuel Couture have also graced Cable 24 People TV and the Porsha Fox Talent Explosion TV Show in Atlanta. This venerable and longstanding member of the Black Fashion Designer’s Associates was also the featured designer and cover story for Lashe’ Magazine’s September 2010 issue. When posed the question of how he comes up with his visions and imaginative ideas for fashion design, Michael simply says, “Believe it or not, I am a handson designer; I take the fabric and then cut and sew. My ideas for garments can come to me at any moment of the day; regardless of whether I’m awake or whether I’m sleeping, and my ideas can even come from an arranged design or even the fabric itself. When I’m sleeping I’ll have this urge to wake up and immediately create the garment, and there are also moments when I can have a design idea in my head and once I start sewing what I’ve envisioned, the fabric will take me in another direction.”

MODEL: MALIAH NORRIS

PHO’RUE Photography by La’Rue

MODEL: FELICIA FLOWERS

PHO’RUE Photography by La’Rue

MODEL: K-RENEE IYRSS

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MODEL: FELICIA FLOWERS

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MODEL: K-RENEE IYRSS PHO’RUE Photography by La’Rue

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regardless of whether they were going out for a romantic evening dinner, or merely to the store, Eva captures the essence of the sophisticated and respectable lady. Each design is hand-crafted to perfection, and her clothing is always finished with exquisite detailing. Designing since she was merely eight years old, Eva has mastered the true meaning of art in fashion. Eva Mejl designs, manage to create fun, flirty, and versatile looks at reasonable prices, which is a steal considering the time and precision that is put into each and every stitch. These outfits can give you that casual yet sensual feminine look, or can be spiced up very easily for a simple yet utterly sexy look. Whether you dress it up or dress it down, you will be the talk of the town. If you have an event coming up, and need a unique outfit that will put you at the center of attention, then make sure to log onto EvaMejldesign.com, or email her directly a info@ evamejldesign.com

DESIGNS BY EVA MEJL

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SCHATAR SAPPHIRA by, Jonathan Fields

Schatar: Darling, yeah I am a Boston baby with Mississippi roots, but my family is from all over the world. Ambi’ance: How did you get into show business?

Schatar Sapphira: Beauty & Brains If you thought Schatar Sapphira-THE ARTIST FORMERLY KNOWN AS: “HOTTIE” was just another Hollywood bimbo, you are dead wrong! Let us not get it twisted, she IS drop dead gorgeous, but she is a chameleon in every sense of the word. Classically trained, formally educated and an entrepreneur at heart, Schatar Sapphira is no reality show cliché. Historians of cinema know that Lucille Ball, Gracie Allen, Kim Cole, Betty White and Anna Nicole Smith had that ‘it’ factor. The ‘it’ factor is having the ability to use one’s comedic genesis to suck in an audience, establish empathy then squeeze unadulterated laughter from their souls. Well, Schatar Sapphira is 2012’s can’t miss diva. This is not Lindsey Lohan people! If you do not believe me, check out her linguistic prowess as we find out what’s really going on in ‘Hottie’s’ world. Ambi’ance: So Schatar, I understand you are originally from the Northeast?

Schatar: I grew up in the church where I got my start by singing in the church choir. I prepared “The Creation” to perform in front of my entire congregation. My acting coach at the time even though I was five, prepared me like a professional. I had to go to the library, research the author; JAMES WELDON JOHNSON; research the history of the piece, research who else had performed it and how they prepared it, then I had to prepare my own version that I could perform, from the heart. Honey, I stood up in front of that whole congregation, took a deep breath and began to recite my lines. I made sure to project my voice as far as my little body could carry it. I carried it all the way to the top rows of the church’s rafters! I spoke and delivered each line with all the feeling I could muster to pay respect to both the prolific author and the resonating words of this meaningful piece. Oh, when I finished, people stood up and started cheering! Now, at five, I did not know that the standing up meant a standing ovation, but I could clearly see the joyful smiles on their faces and I said, “This Is Good!” At that moment, I knew that making people happy in this way was a way I could have a positive impact on lives. Ambi’ance: What was it like auditioning for “Flavor of Love?” Schatar: As an actor, we go on many auditions a day. I am going to keep it real. Sometimes we have to play many different characters all in the same day, so Honey, you better believe I have all kinds of different clothing in my car with all different kinds of wigs and hairstyles, (curly hair, straight hair, long hair, short hair, afros, bobs, even corporate hair). I have it all so that I can be ready when I go into these different auditions. Another thing, when I go into the audition, I am already in character. This one was no different. I played the part to get the part and was booked.

Ambi’ance: During the season, we discovered that you were to have been on a couple of reality shows before “Flavor of Love.” What was that all about? Schatar: On the real, when I first arrived in Hollywood, I was sleeping in a one-room place with no kitchen and no furniture. I had seen people use newspaper to keep warm, so I figured I would try it. I lined that floor with that newspaper and put my blanket right on it top of it and slept there for months. One of my friends who worked at BET came by to visit and saw that I had no furniture and no kitchen. She told me that when she moved, she was giving me her bed and she did. I was like, yes, and that was the best sleep I have ever gotten in my life! I approach this entertainment business as a business. I read the trades and got work where I could. In the entertainment business, it is about working. Reality, scripted, game shows, to me, work is work. Obviously, I enjoy getting scripts with juicy roles that I can bring to life. Reality television is the same way. I like playing characters that keep people’s eyes glued to the screens and butts in the seats. Most of the shows and productions I am involved with go to number one or are hit shows. I keep the audience in mind with each role. I make sure it is something that will move and inspire them. Some people think it is easy, but I put many years and a lot of training into every role. I have an Ivy League college degree and you had better believe I use that degree every day on the set to navigate and be savvy about what viewers want to see. It is great when the actors are happy, producers are happy, ratings are high and box office numbers look good. Ambi’ance: What is your relationship today with Flav? Schatar: Flav is really an awesome person. On set he kept asking, “Are you girls alright? Do you need anything?” He cared and I really appreciated that. It turns out that he is from a family of ministers and is a classically trained pianist. Now, I may see him at an event or meet people who say, “You know, I just saw Flav!” I was an invited guest at the Comedy Central Roast of Flavor Flav which recently aired again on “Comedy Central.”

Ambi’ance: What projects are you working on now? Schatar: You will see my lead character, “Mikaela”, a computer hacker for the good guys in the history making production, “Exedia Nation”. It is one of the hottest new Sci-Fi productions set on a futuristic planet. It was produced using “PABLO” technology; the same system used in the making of “Avatar”. I also was just in concert in Hawaii and did a FOX Morning News interview there. I will be going back to Hawaii for a concert this year. My new CD, “Crystal Kiss,” is getting awesome exposure! You can find it on all of the trendy music sites including, AOL Music, Billboard, Amazon, CD Baby and iTunes to name a few. Everyone should go out and buy it right now! Finally, I also have my new show, “Binkynistas”. Check it out as well www.Youtube.com/Binkynistas Ambi’ance: My two favorite people from “Flavor of Love” were you and New York. New York is currently working on several projects including stand-up. Are you interested in comedy as well? \ Schatar: As I said, work is work. Comedy, drama, romantic comedies, sitcoms, television, movies, music, I do it all! I just did some stand-up comedy in “The Encyclopedia Show: The Moon”. I sing with a powerful five-octave range. Here again, training is key. I trained at the Peabody Conservatory of Music and the Crittenden Opera Studio. There I found that some of the high notes I could reach only a small percentage of people around the globe could do the same. I also made sure that I learned to read sheet music and play the piano. On the real, producers love it when I can come into the studio and knock stuff out with one take. It saves time and money. Again, a win win! Ambi’ance: Can you explain the website, www.celebrityspeakersentertainment.com Schatar: Celebrity Speakers Entertainment is the official page for Mr. Bruce Merrin’s, Celebrity Speakers Bureau and Public Relation Firm. On his page you will find information CONT:

regarding public relation promotions, photos and names of global companies and international legends such as, Donald Trump, Remy Martin, Cartier, BMW, Versace, Gucci, Michael Landon, Johnny Carson, Elvis Presley, Ed McMahon, The Wimbledon Tennis Championships in the U.K, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Larry King, William Shatner and of course, me: Schatar “Hottie” Sapphira. They are celebrating their 38th Anniversary this year and have booked past Presidents of the United States, all seven of the original astronauts, major sports superstars, megastar celebrities, best-selling authors, business experts and international newsmakers. Ambi’ance: Are you currently dating anyone? Schatar: If they are interested and wearing the right sized hat, they can contact me at SapphiraPR@aol.com and then we will know. Ambi’ance: Ambi’ance has just celebrated the month of love with our Valentine’s Day tribute. What does or did an ideal Valentine’s Day for Schatar entail? Schatar: Flowers, roses of any color will do it for me. Many women like flowers, candy or a token of affection. It does not have to be expensive. Something that shows you were thinking about the person. Put some thought into it! Years ago a guy took the time to pick out a solid metallic keychain, had it engraved with my name, and picked a curvy font that he knew I would like. This is still one of my favorite gifts ever. How much money a person has or what they drive does not impress me. What matters is what is going on inside.

They have to have a good head on their shoulders, a strong heart and a generous spirit to match. A great smile does not hurt! In addition, a sense of humor is invaluable. Ambi’ance: How did you get the name, Hottie? Schatar: Yeah, I am a MTV “Hottie”, but I am a screen and vocal “Hottie“. I was “Hottie” way before VH1 and I will continue to be “Hottie”. Guys have been calling me “Hottie” for years. I can walk down the street minding my own business and they have given me their phone numbers, ask me to dinner, and I have even gotten a couple of marriage proposals! Once I was taking the train home from school and I was on the escalator going down into the subway. This guy was going up and he yelled out to me just to get my name, my phone number or to take me out. I waved because I knew he was going the other direction on a very steep escalator and would probably never see him again in life. Do you know that man jumped across the wide metal divider and climbed across to get to my side of the escalator? He risked his life just to get my name! Honey, they have called me “Hottie” for years. Ambi’ance: What would you like our readers to know about Schatar? Schatar: I am down to earth and real, and when they tune in to watch or buy tickets to my shows, Honey, they get a show! www.Schatar.com www.CelebritySpeakersEntertainment.com www.Facebook.com/SchatarSapphira

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MAURICIO SOLTERO

Seventeen and Born to Sing

BY Angela Reliford

Talented Latin, Spicy Fresh Hot

B o r n A pril 8, 1994 in L o s A n geles, California M a u r i c io Soltero Jr. was b o r n t o Yolanda Robledo a n d M a urcio Soltero S r. a M e x i c a n-American famil y. H i s mother and father s e p a r a t ed while Mauricio w a s a t an early age and h e b e c ame the custody o f h i s grandmother Rosa S o l t e r o at the tender age of 2. A r o u n d 2006 Mauricio r e l o c a t ed to S an Bern a r d i n o , C alifornia with h i s g r a ndmother Rosa S o l t e r o and there he att e n d e d his local commun i t y s c hool Pacific H igh. T h e t e e nage L atin singer s o n g w r iter Mauricio is a n a v e r age 17 year old y o u n g t eenage boy, H e’s a n a v e r age student at his s c h o o l who loves to talk a n d w i t h his dynamc

he is quick to sing a song to anyone WH O A SK Al though his friends Susy Maciel encouraged him to sing as well , Mauricio was very Inspired by his favorite artist Justin Nozuka , Mauricio began singing at the age of 14. He never thought about being a singer before until his teacher at Pacific High Mrs. Trotter walked by and heard him singing in the hall. I t is then when he started to take singing seriously by joing his school choir. Mauricio wanted to learn more about music so he took lessons off of “ Youtube” on how to play the piano and drums. This talented singer in just a quick short of time learned to play the musical insturuments well.

The L atin artis t a l s o w r i t e s the lyrics to h i s o w n s o n g s like the hit son g “ Not Another L o v e S o n g ” and “Mamma” t h a t h e w r o t e for his grandm o t h e r R o s a who raised him . H e Lo v e s to write songs a n d c a n b e inspired by jus t s i m p l e a dream. Someti m e s M a u r icio would ofte n g o t o t h e G uitar Center a n d p l a y t h e t guitars their f o r h o u r s a t a time and ma k e u p s o n g s there while he p l a y e d . I n the month o f J u n e 2 0 11 Angela Relifo r d o f Di s c o ver My Showca s e h a p p e n e d to be on campu s a n d s h e sawMauricio w i t h a g r o u p of friends. She s a w h i m with a guitar a n d s h e a s k e d him can he sin g . I m m e d iatly he picked u p h i s g u i t a r and sung for h e r “My G irl” by t h e Te m ptations and the moment he opened his mouth

and and played the guitar she knew she had found the next best Latin Pop Star since Ricky Martin. Mauricio quoted how grateful he was too Angela and Discover My Showcase for discovering him he quickly vowed he would dedicate and sing “My Girl” by the Temptatons to Angela on one of his future albums Angela the owner of Discover My Showcase and KBE talent scout/A&R , quickly invited CEO TJ Goodin of KBE to come hear him and others sing. As he won the ear and heart of the audience he also as well caught the ears of Thomas the CEO of KBE In Novemember 2011, Mauricio a now signed Indie Artist recorded with CEO TJ Goodin his first record that he wrote “Not Another Love Song” there at the KBE studio with producer “Sean Barney Rubble Thomas”. Sean has produced for such artist like Dr. Dre Snoop Dogg and Lady of Rage to name a few and has produced music on the movie sound track” Above The Rim”. Mauricio is a very humble teen. While his cousin Michael Valle was sick in the hospital with cancer, Mauriciowould come sing to Michael and other children there in the hospital. He has sung for Queens with Dreams while the models walked down the runway and capturing the audience hearts. He also sings in the choir at his local community church

Judson Baptist Church in San Bernardino, California One of Maurici’s favorite pass times is watching cartoons. He loves cartoon and his favorties shows include “Regular Show” and “Adventure Time” from Cartoon Network and he especially loves “Family Guy” on FOX network. A big kid at heart Mauricio also loves DISNEYLAND. He loves the ride “Space Mountain” and with any opportunity he would quickly go to ride that ride. He loves taco’s and is quick to mention where he likes to get them from which is “ King Taco’s” in Los Angeles, Ca Mauricio plans are to become a succesful musician and entertainer. He wants to inspire his fans by bringing romantic songs to the music industry and wants to also become one the the greatest singers in the world. If his performance at the Ambi’ance Magazine Release Party was any indication, we believe his dream will come true.

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Q. W hen you initially deci d e d t o b e a comic how did your fam i l y a n d friends react to the news? A. Because no one really k n e w o f comics making it big, my p a re n t s pushed me to do the safe t h i n g . My dad was in the milita r y, s o h e pushed me to the military. W h e n I took the physical, they di s c o v e re d I had a bad kidney, so they w o u l d n o t take me. Man I was glad f o r t h a t ! After that news blew my c h a n c e s o f getting into the military, m y m o m was pushing me to get a re g u l a r job in the government. P e o p l e i n D.C. had government job s t h e re . My friends were cool wit h i t a n d w e used to roll to the clubs t o g e t h e r like an entourage. We ha d a b a l l back then! Q. Your feelings on how fa r y o u h a v e come in the game. H ave yo u r e a c h e d , exceeded, or fell below yo u r g o a l s ?

P ierre: T he King of the Light S kinned C omics by Marc Howard

Q . Year you started standup and the name of the club?

Q. Stage Name?

A. 1985 at the Comedy Café, which is no longer in existence

A. P i e r re Q. B i r t h N a m e i f d ifferent a n d w a n t t o s h a re it? A. D e c l i n e d Q . H o m e t o w n , a n d where you r e s i d e n o w A. Wa s h i n g t o n D . C., Cur re n t l y l i v i n g i n Atlan t a

Q. Significant memory of your first stand-up? A. I rocked! Admit tedly, I took Rodney Dangerfield and Steven Wright’s jokes and made them urban to fit me. It worked and I had a great first show!

A. Fell below. I did not k n o w a n y better when I first starte d . I s h o t for Eddie Murphy level s t a t u s . I thought all I needed to d o w a s b e funny, move out to Los A n g e l e s a n d blow up. Now, I am just p ro u d t h a t I can make a living in the b u s i n e s s ! I have not had a so-called re a l j o b since 1992 (bank teller)! Q. Best thing that has happ e n e d i n your personal life since coming into your own as a c o m i c ? A. I have produced my ow n f i l m , ‘ For The Love of Money’. Q. Worse thing that has ha p p e n e d i n your personal life because of comedy? A. Loss of friendship. My f r i e n d s supported me when I was d o i n g t h e clubs around the D.C. are a , b u t when I decided to move t o L . A . m y friends were saying I was n o t g o ing to make it and that it w a s a b a d idea.

Wh e n I m a d e m y film, one frie n d w a s m a d a t me becau s e h e t h o u g h t he should hav e h a d a b i g ro l e my mov ie. We a re s t i l l c o ol, but the frie n d s h i p i s d e f i n itely not the s a m e a n y m o re . Q . S h o u l d c o m e d y have separate g e n r e s ? A r e t h e genres alre a d y s e t ? A. Ye s , I t h i n k t h e y are al rea d y s e p a r a t e . You have clea n c o m e d y a n d blue com edy ( b l u e m e a n s - u se of vul g a r l a n g u a g e ) . People pre f e r t o g o t o s e e cer t a i n c o m i c s b a sed on the lan g u a g e c o n t e n t . Pie r r e h a s b e e n a s tand up com i c f o r a l m o s t t hirty years, wow ! In 1 9 8 5 , w e both gradu ated f r o m h i g h s c h ool in the sam e D. C . a r e a . We did not get t o k n o w e a c h o ther until 1 9 9 2 , i n Ne w York, of all plac e s , w h e r e I h a d moved. He w a s v i s i t i n g t o work while livi n g i n L o s A n g e les. Pierre, a co m i c f r o m t h e a rea where I cam e u p , h a d a r e a l good rep amo n g t h e D . C. c o medy commun i t y. H e w a s p a rt of a good grou p o f D. C . a r e a comics that s t a r t e d a t t h e s ame time, Mar t i n L a w r e n c e , Tommy Da vids o n , a n d a n e v e n younger high s c h o o l k i d n a med D ave Cha p p e l l e . Te d d y Carpenter and Wa n d a S y k e s h ad also com e o n t h e D . C. s cene via sou t h e r n Vi rg i n i a . Pie r r e o b v i o u s l y s t arted honing h i s co m e d y c r a ft pre D ef Co m e d y J a m . Back then, you d i d t h e s o - c a l l ed mainstre a m r o o m s a k a ‘ white comedy c l u bs ’ ,

a time when you had to grow through the perspective comedy ranks. I n the Urban comedy clubs, the comic who is hosting drives the show. As it was then and still is in the mainstream clubs, the MC is the newer comic who’s routine is n o longer than twelve to fifteen minutes, introduces the featured comedian, who then receives twenty-five to thirty m inutes, and read the club announcements (i.e. future shows, and special events and such). Following the announcements, the MC brings to the st age your headliner, who delivers at least forty-five minutes to an hour or an hour and fifteen minutes of comedic material. “The M C couldn’t do any minutes in between acts in those shows,” Pierre remembers. D uring that period for Pierre, the options were slim in the mainstream rooms and you only had a few black clubs that did a comedy show once a week. Pierre eventually moved to Los Angeles in September of 1990 (the year I started, hence, why we did not meet until 1993), where he lived for a number of years ea rning a great reputation not only in H ollywood, but also across the country. In a short two years, Pierre earned a spot on a newly developed HB O show featuring African-American comedians, hosted by his homeboy from the D .C . area comedy circuit, Martin Lawrence. Martin had come to Los Angeles after being seen on Star Search landed a part on the sitcom, What’s H appening Now, a follow up sitcom from the original hit, What’s Happening.

N ow Martin had g o n e f r o m t h a t failed show to g a i n i n g a o n e night stand come d y s h o w o n HBO that was a s m a s h i n g s u ccess, and parts in s u c c e s s f u l African-America n f i l m s s u c h as D o the Right Th i n g , a n d H ouse Party. Russell Simmons n e e d e d a h o t young comic to r e l a t e t o t h e current H ip H op a u d i e n c e s o h e chose Martin. Th e s h o w o r i g inally taped two e p i s o d e s . I t was such a huge s u c c e s s t h a t they delayed the a i r i n g o f t h e show to find mor e b l a c k t a l e n t , eventually addin g t e n m o r e shows. Pierre wa s o n e o f t h o s e comics they adde d . A l s o a d d e d was Bernie Mac, E d d i e G r i ff i n , Yvette Wilson, C e d r i c t h e E n tertainer, and Ste v e H a r v e y t o name a few. Pier r e h a d o n e t h e more memorable s e t s o n t h e original season t h a t c h a n g e d the landscape of t h e n e w l y c r eated U rban Com e d y s c e n e . With the firmly i m p l a n t e d c u lture of H ip H op m u s i c , P i e r r e was a big part of t h a t c u l t u r e exposing what ha s a l w a y s b e e n there to the mass p u b l i c . H e was able to take t h e s e s u c c e s sful credits, work t h e r e n o v a t e d chitterling circui t a n d c r e a t e d what is now affe c t i o n a t e l y, ‘ The U rban Com e d y C i r c u i t . ’ I say that becaus e t h e b l a c k comedy scene is n o l o n g e r u nder ground. It helped to insp i r e m o r e b l a c k owned and patro n i z e d c o m e d y only clubs all ov e r t h e c o u n t r y. There were the t w o i n S o u t h C entral LA, the C o m e d y A c t Theater and U ptown Com e d y C l u b i n H arlem.

He had just married his longtime girlfriend from back home and they now had a baby. This made him even more motivated to increase the household’s cash flow. His hard work paid off landing him a role in the Robert Townsend film, ‘B.A.P.S ’ starring H alle Barry. I recall him making all of us jealous because he played Halle’s boyfriend and got to kiss her in the end.

Th e r e w e r e o t h e r s in cities lik e A t l a n t a , C h i c ago, and Ho u s t o n t o n a m e a few. In ou r h o m e t o w n o f D.C ., which wa s e i g h t y - f i v e t o ninety pe r c e n t b l a c k , h a d a club tha t w as e s s e n t i a l ly black, bu t w a n t e d r e c o g nition on a br o a d e r s c o p e . T h ey resisted be i n g co n s i d e r e d a black club ho w e v e r, t h e y e v entually ca v e d in , r e c o g n i zing where the b r e a d i s b u t t e red and ca m e o n b o a r d w i th the progr a m . I w i l l n o t p ut the club on b l a st , s o d o n o t ask, but Pi e r r e a n d I k n o w. I would mo v e t o Lo s A n g e les between ni n e t e e n n i n e t y - t hree and ni n e t y - f o u r w h e r e I got to ob se r v e P i e r r e ’s h u s tle and his ap p r o a c h t o m a k i ng his career cl i m b t o a h i g h e r level.

straight up, I will s a y w h a t e v e r I need to say to ge t a w a y f r o m that person at that m o m e n t . ” What Pierre has le a r n e d i s a lesson for those w h o e v e n t ually want to get to H o l l y w o o d and become a star i n f r o n t o f or behind the came r a . Yo u m u s t know that people i n t h e g a m e are very insecure a n d n o n - c o nfrontational. You w i l l n o t g e t to hear the truth th a t y o u m a y need to hear up fr o n t . I n a d d ition, there may be s o m e u n a b l e He later starred as another top to handle unfavora b l e b l u n t support ing role in, ‘H ow to Be honesty. a Player,’ starring Bill Bel lamy. P ierre by then was getWhen talking abou t h i s r e l oting rol es in many films and cating from L .A., P i e r r e s t a t e d hitting the stand-up road in hot he felt the pressur e s o f l i v i n g demand. After his role in ‘The the “ H ollywood” l i f e s t y l e . Th e Wash’ with D r. Dre and Snoop people he encount e r e d m o s t l y D ogg, things started to slow were disingenuous . “ To o m a n y down. liars, grabbing at m y p o c k e t , ” he says. “ I needed a b r e a k D ramatic changes came his from the madness. ” H e m o v e d way. H e and his wife divorced, to D allas, TX for a y e a r, r ehe relocated to different citturned to L.A., bu t f e l t h e w a s ies, moved back to LA and no longer solid wi t h h i s a c t i n g . now has made Atlanta, GA his He was not as hun g r y a s b ehome. He expressed to me that fore; therefore, he d i d n o t t a k e he feels his mouth hurt him in the auditions serio u s e n o u g h t o Hollywood. I ’m honest about land roles. This be h a v i o r e swhere I ’m coming from,” he tablished a bad rep u t a t i o n w i t h stated to me, and since I know other producers, d i r e c t o r s , a n d him like I do personally, I can agents. attest that is true. I personally respect that about him and I A lesson for those who land an audiknow he means well, and is not tion, you may not get the role for a so-called “hater.” which you originally auditioned. It could be felt that you are not suited We all have our preferences, for that particular role or they might however, there are ways to want someone else. deal with people and then there is the “ Hollywood” way of However, if you show ability, they dealing with people that you may have something else that suits may not prefer. He also stated, you. Bad news travels faster than which I could attest to, “Other good news and bad news sticks lonpeople will do dirty things ger. while smiling in your face… I’ve worked with people that have told me

PIERR E C O N T: Re a l i z i n g t h i s , P i erre decid e d t h a t l i v i n g in L.A. wa s d e f i n i t e l y n o t the place any m o re s o h e re l ocated to Ph o e n i x , A Z s t a y i ng three yea r s b e f o re e v e n tually mo v i n g t o A t l a n t a, GA. Very hap p y th e re , P i e r re pla y f u l l y s a y s h e is ‘ Big Wi l l y ’ i n t h e ATL compare d t o H o l l y w o od. Mo re d o o r s h a v e opened for him . P i e r re s t a t e s that now he i s a re a l s h a k e r and mov er i n s t e a d o f j u s t a comic.

Touring all around the world, he is still the same well-respected stand-up comedian and continues to perform a strong act on stage. Since the first film he pro duced and directed Pierre has made another titled, “Slice” and “Slice II.” Starring such talented comedians and actors like, Rodne y Perry and Greg Allen Williams, he is currently completing, “Slice III.” The films, named “Horrormedies” by Pierre, are a fusion of comedy and horror.

He has a role in t h e s t a g e play, “I Need a M a n , ” a l s o starring, Ruben S t u d d a r d , Jack’ee, Christo p h e r “ P l a y ” Martin, and Gen u i n e . If you are lookin g t o k e e p up with Pierre, y o u c a n f i n d him on Facebook , a n d f o llow him on Twitt e r. P i e r re is still going stro n g w i t h h i s stand-ups, acting , w r i t i n g , producing and di re c t i n g . He is the kind of p e r f o r m e r that puts in the w o r k , d e serving your hig h e s t respect. He is that g o o d k i n d of talent that des e r v e s y o u r support. So make s u re y o u check him out wh e n e v e r a n d wherever you can .

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REAL TALK

Comedian Luenelle Celebrates Birthday

Maverick Flat Bar & Grill Los Angeles, California

It was a Star Studded Affair in Crenshaw as the “Original Bad Girl” of Comedy Luenelle, had a her Birthday Bash at the Storied Maverick Flat Bar & Grill. The affair was acentuated with some of Hollywoods brightest Stars. They all dropped in to pay their respects to one of Cali’s Funnest Female’s. The A-List of Luminaries from Stage, Screen, and TV seemed endless. Some of those in attendance were; Cliffton Powell,Lorreta Devine,Gary Payton,Rick Ross,Chantee Moore,Paula J Parker,Tiffinay Pollard,Mark Curry,Guy Torrey,Myra Hayes,T.K. Carter,Garret Morris,Red Grange,Andre Pitre,Bishop

“Magic” Don Wuan,Lamont Wheat, and a host of others. But this was Lunelles night to shine, and she played it to the nine.Please note that It wasn’t until she arrived in that Black Stretch Lincoln, did the party truly begin. Luenelle was Stunning. Her attire flawless. Her custom couture after 5 dress sequenced in Turquoise & Copal Blue, with her long Curvey Nails of the same décor, were Breathtaking. . Luenelle’s signature “short cut” hair was Platinum Down . To sum up Comedian Luenelle’s night, Priceless !

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mbiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ance, The Speel it Show and Wet PR were there to celebrate the birthday of this phenominal lady of comedy. We had the privilege to laugh and enjoy this amazing evening.

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