Smith to be featured in MTV reality series
By JAMIE DEXTER
The Leaf-Chronicle
Just one year ago, Rachel Smith was just like any other college student.
"I was a college student at Belmont University getting my journalism degree and trying to figure out what my thesis was going to be on and get that out of the way so I could graduate in December," Smith said while standing in front of the Montgomery County Court Complex.
Since then, Smith was crowned Miss Tennessee USA at last year's pageant, then later crowned Miss USA — the second from Clarksville to achieve that honor — and finished fourth runner-up in the Miss Universe pageant.
Saturday, Smith will be handing off the crown to the new Miss Tennessee USA winner.
Things have changed drastically for her since then — she went from "cruising through Clarksville in my Beetle" to arriving for a public appearance in a white stretch limo, escorted by several units from the Clarksville Police Department.
"It's a complete 180," Smith said, showcasing her signature smile that would put even the most nervous greeters at ease.
Since being crowned Miss USA, Smith said she's been up to a whole lot more than could be shared in a few minutes' time — from putting her journalism talents at work interviewing celebrities at a philanthropic summit in Spain to introducing Wyclef John during a concert at Radio City Music Hall.
"I've been in this gig now for 6 months maybe, and so far I've traveled to Kenya for a volunteer project through a non-profit organization in New York called Project Sunshine," Smith said. "I've emceed an event at the White House for Black Music Month ... at a philanthropic event in Spain I got to walk the red carpet at the gala and turn around and interview A-list celebrities there including Eva Longoria, Goldie Hawn, Paris Hilton — It was insane."
She's also featured in a MTV reality television show, "Pageant Place," where cameras capture her life along with the lives of Miss Universe Riyo Mori and Miss Teen USA Katie Blair.
Miss USA 2006 Tara Conner and Miss Teen USA Hilary Cruz are also featured on the show — airing Wednesday at 9:30 p.m.
"It's been interesting," Smith said. "I've been able to do some incredible things during the time of the reality show — some things I wouldn't have had the opportunity to do otherwise."
Smith said the girls don't have a say in the editing process, so she said it will be interesting watching along with the audiences at home.
"They follow us on appearances and catch the drama, or lack thereof, that goes on behind the scenes on the way to events," Smith said.
Despite being a very busy woman, Smith said there are a lot of things she misses about her hometown.
"My family, of course," Smith said. "I miss going down to the Riverwalk with my dog, Zoe ... and just seeing everyone. You couldn't go to Wal-Mart without seeing someone you knew, ya know?"
Smith said that even rang true when she returned to see her family for her homecoming, and she went grocery shopping with her mom.
"I was in my pajamas, just casual grunge clothes, and people were like, 'Oh, there's Rachel Smith,' and taking pictures with camera phones," Smith said, laughing.
Before Smith made her way to meet the other Miss Tennessee USA contestants, she added the fact that Clarksville will always be her home.
"I can't thank you enough for your continued faith and support," Smith said about Clarksville.
"I will always give back to Clarksville ... And if you see me, say 'Hey, what's up,' because I'm always interested in knowing what's going on back home."
Source: The Leaf Chronicle
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Friday, October 5, 2007
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Miss Universe Canada adds sparkle to 12th annual Bay Street's AIDSbeat
Inga Skaya Miss Universe Canada 2007 and Canadian Idol's Zack Werner to
judge at rock & roll fundraiser for the Canadian Foundation for AIDS
Research October 12th
TORONTO, Oct. 4 /CNW/ - What do lawyers, a Canadian Idol judge and Miss
Universe Canada have in common? They're coming together in Toronto for a
BATTLE OF THE BANDS: AIDSbeat, the wildest party on Bay Street! 1,200 lawyers
are expected to let loose, and raise over $200,000 for the Canadian Foundation
for AIDS Research (CANFAR) on October 12th 2007 at the Capitol Event Theatre.
Inga Skaya Miss Universe Canada will join Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner
and National Post Legal Post writer Jim Middlemiss as celebrity judges of the
BATTLE OF THE BANDS. Mark Holmes of Mod Club fame will host the party,
featuring the eye popping AIDSbeat dancers, painted body models, a performance
by chart-topping pop sensation hip hop master JDiggz and a spectacular fashion
show by Escada featuring Escada Sport and Laurèl. AIDSbeat is presented by
Georgeson, a Computershare Company.
"We are celebrating the 12th anniversary of AIDSbeat," says Patricia
Olasker, AIDSbeat founder and co-chair. "The event shows the best side of the
Toronto legal community - a tradition and spirit of giving and sharing. It
also reveals the truth about lawyers: We are not all about grey flannel
trousers and button-down collars. This is a seriously unbuttoned party!"
Five bands, all featuring lawyers-by-day, will battle for first place.
Prepare to put your hands together for:
The Gavelheads (Morrison Brown Sosnovitch LLP, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, Ernst & Young LLP); - The Thin Skulls (McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Investment Dealers Association of Canada, Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing); - The Right Honourable Jake and The High Court of Soul (Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP); - The Insecurities (Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Lenczner Slaght LLP) - Prior winners Jonas (Paliare Roland LLP, REMG Entertainment Corporation) as the opening act.
Event and Ticket Sales Information:
AIDSbeat tickets are $40 and available by phone at 416-361-6281 or online
at www.AIDSbeat.com. All proceeds from AIDSbeat support CANFAR, which raises
critically needed funds for HIV/AIDS research. Since inception, AIDSbeat has
raised over $1 million for AIDS research.
AIDSbeat will be held on Friday, October 12, 8:00 p.m. sharp at the
Capitol Event Theatre, 2492 Yonge Street (north of Eglinton).
About Georgeson, a Computershare Company:
Georgeson is proud to be the lead sponsor of this year's AIDSbeat.
Georgeson is the world's leading provider of strategic proxy and corporate
governance consulting services to corporations and shareholder groups working
to influence corporate strategy. Since 1935, Georgeson has specialized in
complex solicitations such as hostile and friendly acquisitions, proxy
contests and takeover defenses. Georgeson leads more M&A transactions globally
than any other firms combined. Georgeson also provides issuers with expertise
in corporate events solutions such as post-merger unexchanged holder programs
and information agent services.
Computershare is a global leader in transfer agency, employee equity
plans, proxy solicitation and other specialized financial and communications
services - serving more than 100 million shareholder accounts on behalf of
14,000 corporations in 17 countries.
About CANFAR:
CANFAR is the national charitable foundation whose goal is to raise
awareness in order to generate funds for research into all aspects of HIV
infection and AIDS. CANFAR is the only organization operating in Canada for
the sole purpose of privately funding research on AIDS and HIV infection in
numerous areas including fundamental and applied research, education and
prevention, psychosocial initiatives, care, and community research.
Source: CNW Group
judge at rock & roll fundraiser for the Canadian Foundation for AIDS
Research October 12th
TORONTO, Oct. 4 /CNW/ - What do lawyers, a Canadian Idol judge and Miss
Universe Canada have in common? They're coming together in Toronto for a
BATTLE OF THE BANDS: AIDSbeat, the wildest party on Bay Street! 1,200 lawyers
are expected to let loose, and raise over $200,000 for the Canadian Foundation
for AIDS Research (CANFAR) on October 12th 2007 at the Capitol Event Theatre.
Inga Skaya Miss Universe Canada will join Canadian Idol judge Zack Werner
and National Post Legal Post writer Jim Middlemiss as celebrity judges of the
BATTLE OF THE BANDS. Mark Holmes of Mod Club fame will host the party,
featuring the eye popping AIDSbeat dancers, painted body models, a performance
by chart-topping pop sensation hip hop master JDiggz and a spectacular fashion
show by Escada featuring Escada Sport and Laurèl. AIDSbeat is presented by
Georgeson, a Computershare Company.
"We are celebrating the 12th anniversary of AIDSbeat," says Patricia
Olasker, AIDSbeat founder and co-chair. "The event shows the best side of the
Toronto legal community - a tradition and spirit of giving and sharing. It
also reveals the truth about lawyers: We are not all about grey flannel
trousers and button-down collars. This is a seriously unbuttoned party!"
Five bands, all featuring lawyers-by-day, will battle for first place.
Prepare to put your hands together for:
The Gavelheads (Morrison Brown Sosnovitch LLP, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, Ernst & Young LLP); - The Thin Skulls (McCarthy Tétrault LLP, Investment Dealers Association of Canada, Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing); - The Right Honourable Jake and The High Court of Soul (Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP); - The Insecurities (Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP, Lenczner Slaght LLP) - Prior winners Jonas (Paliare Roland LLP, REMG Entertainment Corporation) as the opening act.
Event and Ticket Sales Information:
AIDSbeat tickets are $40 and available by phone at 416-361-6281 or online
at www.AIDSbeat.com. All proceeds from AIDSbeat support CANFAR, which raises
critically needed funds for HIV/AIDS research. Since inception, AIDSbeat has
raised over $1 million for AIDS research.
AIDSbeat will be held on Friday, October 12, 8:00 p.m. sharp at the
Capitol Event Theatre, 2492 Yonge Street (north of Eglinton).
About Georgeson, a Computershare Company:
Georgeson is proud to be the lead sponsor of this year's AIDSbeat.
Georgeson is the world's leading provider of strategic proxy and corporate
governance consulting services to corporations and shareholder groups working
to influence corporate strategy. Since 1935, Georgeson has specialized in
complex solicitations such as hostile and friendly acquisitions, proxy
contests and takeover defenses. Georgeson leads more M&A transactions globally
than any other firms combined. Georgeson also provides issuers with expertise
in corporate events solutions such as post-merger unexchanged holder programs
and information agent services.
Computershare is a global leader in transfer agency, employee equity
plans, proxy solicitation and other specialized financial and communications
services - serving more than 100 million shareholder accounts on behalf of
14,000 corporations in 17 countries.
About CANFAR:
CANFAR is the national charitable foundation whose goal is to raise
awareness in order to generate funds for research into all aspects of HIV
infection and AIDS. CANFAR is the only organization operating in Canada for
the sole purpose of privately funding research on AIDS and HIV infection in
numerous areas including fundamental and applied research, education and
prevention, psychosocial initiatives, care, and community research.
Source: CNW Group
Friday, September 28, 2007
Courtside charmer
By Giovanni Paolo J. Yazon
BEAUTY and brains are “two Bs” that’ll always be attached to the name of Catherine Untalan.
Beauty: This 21-year-old came close to winning a world beauty title. Cathy, her nickname, finished second runner-up in the Miss Earth pageant in November last year, which makes her the highest-placing Filipino candidate in this prestigious global search, to date.
Brains: She graduated cum laude with a degree in psychology at the University of the Philippines in Diliman; she’s now pursuing further studies in environment and natural resource management at UP’s Open University.
Add another B for basketball!
No, this six footer’s not an inclusion in this year’s lineup of the UP Lady Maroons, but she’s a delightful addition to the University Athletic Association of the Philippines’ new breed of courtside reporters along with Tracy Abad (University of the East), Rizza Diaz (National University), Vanna Lim (Ateneo de Manila University), Andi Manzano (Far Eastern University), Diane Querer (University of Santo Tomas), Sharon Yu (De La Salle University) and Aaron Atayde (Adamson University).
Cathy gives details on just about everything that happens on court—that sports commentators don’t get to see—like when one of the Fighting Maroons slashes his way to the basket or posts defenses!
The beginning
“It’s my fondness of basketball that motivated me to give courtside reporting a try. [I said to myself that maybe] it’d be interesting to see a courtside reporter that’s as tall as the basketball players,” she begins. “I auditioned during my last year in college [May of 2005, when ABS-CBN Sports advertised that they’d be having a screening].”
Cathy got a call from ABS-CBN after a year. “When they called me, they were unaware that I was already a beauty queen (she smiles).” As the cliché goes, the rest is history. She became a courtside reporter for the San Beda Red Lions team in the National Collegiate Athletic Association last year.
When asked if her NCAA stint helped her express ideas impeccably during her interviews at the Miss Earth pageant, Cathy says she thinks so. Months after she relinquished her crown as Miss Philippines-Earth of 2006, she again received a call from ABS-CBN Sports, inviting her to be a courtside reporter in this year’s season of UAAP, but this time for the UP Fighting Maroons. “I just hope that I’d be given another chance next year… it’s our [UP’s] 100th year!” she enthuses.
Her role models include sports anchors Dyan Castillejo and Luigi Trillo.
Must-haves
“You must be a college student, you have to look good in front of the camera, you have a working knowledge of the game [especially the terms commonly used], and you must be able to handle the pressure on court… because you will write your own spiels. We [courtside reporters] are also required to attend the practices of our respective teams. But overall, it’s fun!”
And speaking of fun, Cathy reveals some of her bloopers: “I read wrong names [of players] or swap the names of sports anchors. [While reporting for the Red Lions], I walked towards the camera while talking. The crew then asked me, Cathy, bakit ka naglalakad? I also used to say ‘thank you’ [after every report]. So they would tell me na kung mag-report daw ako pang-beauty pageant (she giggles).
“[But] what I like most about this job is that I get to show another side of my personality—the active [sporty] and cowboy side, especially when I tag along with the players. Frustration na rin, because I never had the chance to pursue any sport.” Cathy’s recruited to become part of the UP women’s basketball team. “…But I just tell them courtside reporter na lang ako (she smiles).”
The challenging part
“[There are times that] I tend to lose myself… nadadala ako ng game, but I still have to report. Coming from a champion team in NCAA last year, it’s [like it’s] hard to accept that my [present] team lost,” she sighs.
Should a courtside reporter come from the school that he or she is giving an account of? “There are two advantages: First is the school spirit, mas feel mo kasi and you’ll fight for your school through thick and thin. Second is the accessibility, since you know some people in your school, mas madali ang access to attend meetings or practices ng team. [On the contrary] you still have to deliver your reports well [than just having these advantages].”
And if you want to be a courtside reporter, Cathy says: “Do it not because of a vested interest [that you have a crush on a certain player, which is actually a running joke]. Do it for your school and do it for yourself. Practice a lot.”
Before we parted ways, Cathy gave this writer a sample of her favorite spiel: “I may be too optimistic in saying this, but I believe that even though it’s already the last quarter, the UP Fighting Maroons are still ‘gonna try and give all their best ‘til the very end of this game!”
Source: Manila Standard Today
BEAUTY and brains are “two Bs” that’ll always be attached to the name of Catherine Untalan.
Beauty: This 21-year-old came close to winning a world beauty title. Cathy, her nickname, finished second runner-up in the Miss Earth pageant in November last year, which makes her the highest-placing Filipino candidate in this prestigious global search, to date.
Brains: She graduated cum laude with a degree in psychology at the University of the Philippines in Diliman; she’s now pursuing further studies in environment and natural resource management at UP’s Open University.
Add another B for basketball!
No, this six footer’s not an inclusion in this year’s lineup of the UP Lady Maroons, but she’s a delightful addition to the University Athletic Association of the Philippines’ new breed of courtside reporters along with Tracy Abad (University of the East), Rizza Diaz (National University), Vanna Lim (Ateneo de Manila University), Andi Manzano (Far Eastern University), Diane Querer (University of Santo Tomas), Sharon Yu (De La Salle University) and Aaron Atayde (Adamson University).
Cathy gives details on just about everything that happens on court—that sports commentators don’t get to see—like when one of the Fighting Maroons slashes his way to the basket or posts defenses!
The beginning
“It’s my fondness of basketball that motivated me to give courtside reporting a try. [I said to myself that maybe] it’d be interesting to see a courtside reporter that’s as tall as the basketball players,” she begins. “I auditioned during my last year in college [May of 2005, when ABS-CBN Sports advertised that they’d be having a screening].”
Cathy got a call from ABS-CBN after a year. “When they called me, they were unaware that I was already a beauty queen (she smiles).” As the cliché goes, the rest is history. She became a courtside reporter for the San Beda Red Lions team in the National Collegiate Athletic Association last year.
When asked if her NCAA stint helped her express ideas impeccably during her interviews at the Miss Earth pageant, Cathy says she thinks so. Months after she relinquished her crown as Miss Philippines-Earth of 2006, she again received a call from ABS-CBN Sports, inviting her to be a courtside reporter in this year’s season of UAAP, but this time for the UP Fighting Maroons. “I just hope that I’d be given another chance next year… it’s our [UP’s] 100th year!” she enthuses.
Her role models include sports anchors Dyan Castillejo and Luigi Trillo.
Must-haves
“You must be a college student, you have to look good in front of the camera, you have a working knowledge of the game [especially the terms commonly used], and you must be able to handle the pressure on court… because you will write your own spiels. We [courtside reporters] are also required to attend the practices of our respective teams. But overall, it’s fun!”
And speaking of fun, Cathy reveals some of her bloopers: “I read wrong names [of players] or swap the names of sports anchors. [While reporting for the Red Lions], I walked towards the camera while talking. The crew then asked me, Cathy, bakit ka naglalakad? I also used to say ‘thank you’ [after every report]. So they would tell me na kung mag-report daw ako pang-beauty pageant (she giggles).
“[But] what I like most about this job is that I get to show another side of my personality—the active [sporty] and cowboy side, especially when I tag along with the players. Frustration na rin, because I never had the chance to pursue any sport.” Cathy’s recruited to become part of the UP women’s basketball team. “…But I just tell them courtside reporter na lang ako (she smiles).”
The challenging part
“[There are times that] I tend to lose myself… nadadala ako ng game, but I still have to report. Coming from a champion team in NCAA last year, it’s [like it’s] hard to accept that my [present] team lost,” she sighs.
Should a courtside reporter come from the school that he or she is giving an account of? “There are two advantages: First is the school spirit, mas feel mo kasi and you’ll fight for your school through thick and thin. Second is the accessibility, since you know some people in your school, mas madali ang access to attend meetings or practices ng team. [On the contrary] you still have to deliver your reports well [than just having these advantages].”
And if you want to be a courtside reporter, Cathy says: “Do it not because of a vested interest [that you have a crush on a certain player, which is actually a running joke]. Do it for your school and do it for yourself. Practice a lot.”
Before we parted ways, Cathy gave this writer a sample of her favorite spiel: “I may be too optimistic in saying this, but I believe that even though it’s already the last quarter, the UP Fighting Maroons are still ‘gonna try and give all their best ‘til the very end of this game!”
Source: Manila Standard Today
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
MTV to debut Donald Trump's 'Pageant Place' reality series October 10
By Christopher Rocchio
MTV has announced Pageant Place, a new Donald Trump-produced reality series that will follow several beauty queens as they live together in a New York City apartment and represent their different crowns, will premiere Wednesday, October 10 at 10:30PM ET/PT.
Current Miss Universe Riyo Mori and Miss USA Rachel Smith as well as former Miss Teen USA Katie Blair will star in Pageant Place, which captured the beauty queens' daily lives during their respective reigns this past summer. Pageant Place's season will also eventually feature Hilary Cruz -- who was crowned Miss Teen USA 2007 last month -- moving in with Mori and Smith and adjusting to the spotlight that comes with being Blair's successor.
While the women coexisting together isn't new -- as they normally live together during their yearlong reign -- this will be the first time viewers will be invited inside to witness some royal cattiness.
In addition, The Donald -- who is co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization, which includes Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA -- will also make regular appearances on Pageant Place to keep the beauty queens on track and in check, similar to the way he handled the January controversy surrounding former Miss USA Tara Conner's underage drinking.
Instead of taking Conner's crown away, Trump announced she would keep her title and attend an in-patient substance abuse rehabilitation center. Conner -- now 21 years old -- will also be of part Pageant Place's cast and serve as the beauty queens' "unofficial peer advisor."
The previously announced eight-episode series is being produced via Trump Productions (which Trump launched last summer), Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. and the Miss Universe Organization.
In addition to Trump, Andy Litinsky (the former The Apprentice 2 contestant that Trump hired to run his own production company last year), Miss Universe Organization president Paula Shugart and Evolution's Douglas Ross, Greg Stewart and Kathleen French will serve as executive producers.
Source: Reality TV World
MTV has announced Pageant Place, a new Donald Trump-produced reality series that will follow several beauty queens as they live together in a New York City apartment and represent their different crowns, will premiere Wednesday, October 10 at 10:30PM ET/PT.
Current Miss Universe Riyo Mori and Miss USA Rachel Smith as well as former Miss Teen USA Katie Blair will star in Pageant Place, which captured the beauty queens' daily lives during their respective reigns this past summer. Pageant Place's season will also eventually feature Hilary Cruz -- who was crowned Miss Teen USA 2007 last month -- moving in with Mori and Smith and adjusting to the spotlight that comes with being Blair's successor.
While the women coexisting together isn't new -- as they normally live together during their yearlong reign -- this will be the first time viewers will be invited inside to witness some royal cattiness.
In addition, The Donald -- who is co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization, which includes Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA -- will also make regular appearances on Pageant Place to keep the beauty queens on track and in check, similar to the way he handled the January controversy surrounding former Miss USA Tara Conner's underage drinking.
Instead of taking Conner's crown away, Trump announced she would keep her title and attend an in-patient substance abuse rehabilitation center. Conner -- now 21 years old -- will also be of part Pageant Place's cast and serve as the beauty queens' "unofficial peer advisor."
The previously announced eight-episode series is being produced via Trump Productions (which Trump launched last summer), Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. and the Miss Universe Organization.
In addition to Trump, Andy Litinsky (the former The Apprentice 2 contestant that Trump hired to run his own production company last year), Miss Universe Organization president Paula Shugart and Evolution's Douglas Ross, Greg Stewart and Kathleen French will serve as executive producers.
Source: Reality TV World
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Welcome to MTV''s ''Pageant Place'' - Where Being Beautiful isn''t Always Pretty
NEW YORK, Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- What happens when three of prettiest girls in the world become roommates? MTV''s newest reality series "Pageant Place," premiering Wednesday, October 10th at 10:30pm ET/PT, goes behind the sashes and crowns to answer that very question and shows the world what happens to beauty queens after they win. The 8-episode series follows Miss Universe Riyo Mori, Miss USA Rachel Smith and Miss Teen USA Katie Blair as they reign and live together for one year in a New York City high- rise apartment. It''s a long-held tradition of the Miss Universe Organization for title holders to room together annually and the series marks the first time viewers will get to see the girls'' home away from the spotlight.
Adding to the glamour and drama is Blair''s successor, Miss Teen USA 2007, Hilary Cruz who moves in mid-season, and former Miss USA 2006, Tara Conner, who serves as unofficial peer advisor to the beauty queens throughout the season. Dropping by to check-in and make sure they all stay on track is Donald J. Trump, co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization which produces the Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA beauty pageants annually. Titleholders and roomies for one year, Riyo, Rachel, Katie and Hilary are out to prove to the world that they''re more than just pretty faces. As they maintain a grueling schedule, become sudden stars and learn to temper the natural jealousies and friendships that arise, the girls have a now sober Tara to guide them away from the temptations and unrelenting attention that led to her notoriety when she was Miss USA.
The cameras show all the triumphs, fun and drama, as they deal with being plucked from obscurity and learn what it takes to be Queen. Crossing the globe to become Miss Universe, 20-year-old Riyo attempts to handle the culture shock of being so far from her home in Japan and her sick grandmother who raised her; 22-year-old Rachel struggles to step out of the shadow of her predecessor''s notorious reign and leave her own mark; in addition to weathering the challenges of a long-distance relationship with her boyfriend Josh, 19-year-old Katie prepares to relinquish her crown to 18-year-old Hilary and step out of the limelight she has grown accustomed to; and Tara, now 21- years-old, tries to rebuild a reputation that was almost destroyed during her reign and impart some crucial wisdom to her four counterparts.
Starting Wednesday, September 26th, viewers can log onto MTV.com for cast profiles, interviews and photo flipbooks; weekly episode trailers and quizzes; and the inside scoop on what it was like to film the show from the beauty queens'' personal blogs. In addition, Riyo, Rachel, Katie, Hilary and Tara will share their top beauty tips and music playlists so site visitors can learn everything from how they apply their makeup for a fashion shoot to what music they listen to when they work out. Full "Pageant Place" episodes will also be made available for download on iTunes.
"Pageant Place" is Executive Produced by Evolution Film & Tape, Inc., The Miss Universe Organization and Trump Productions. Douglas Ross, Greg Stewart and Kathleen French serve as Executive Producers for Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. Paula M. Shugart is President and Executive Producer for the Miss Universe Organization and Donald J. Trump and Andy Litinsky are Executive Producers for Trump Productions. The series is a co-production from Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. and the Miss Universe Organization. Co-Executive Producing for Evolution are Joe DeVito and Russ Heldt. Drew Tappon, Jackie French and Lauren Dolgen are the executives overseeing the project for MTV.
About MTV Networks
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom International Inc., is one of the world''s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 100 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 80 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
About The Miss Universe Organization
The Miss Universe Organization, producers of the MISS UNIVERSE, MISS USA and MISS TEEN USA competitions, is a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal, Inc. partnership. Utilizing its global grass roots infrastructure, the Miss Universe Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness and increasing awareness of breast and ovarian cancers. By forging relationships with organizations committed to research and education such as the Latino Commission on AIDS, Global Health Council, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Gilda''s Club, the women who champion these causes during their reign are armed to impact women today. The titleholders of the Miss Universe Organization personify the combination of beauty and intelligence that defines the 21st Century.
About Evolution Film & Tape, Inc.
Since 1987, Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. has forged a reputation as a bold, innovative provider of non-fiction programming. Evolution''s productions have spanned the broadcast and cable spectrums, with commercial success and critical acclaim in virtually all formats and genres. Current productions include Disney''s long running Movie Surfers, Bravo''s outrageous The Real Housewives of Orange County, TLC''s 10 Years Younger, HGTV''s upcoming Desperate Spaces, as well as Court TV''s docu-drama, Beach Patrol. Previous programming includes MTV''s Yo Momma, VH1''s Bands Reunited, ABC Family''s teen reality hit, Switched!, TLC''s Clean Sweep, and the reality comedies, The Adam Carolla Project (TLC) and He''s a Lady (TBS), as well as Evolution''s first tele- feature, Now You See It, for Disney Channel, and the award-winning feature documentary, Camp Out (LOGO).Evolution''s highly regarded docu-soaps include Bug Juice, Totally Hoops and Totally in Tune for Disney Channel, as well as Bravo''s groundbreaking series Gay Weddings and Boy Meets Boy.
About Trump Productions, LLC
Donald J. Trump is the Chairman/CEO of Trump Productions LLC. Based in Los Angeles, Trump Productions LLC is the television production and entertainment business arm of the privately held Trump Organization. Trump Productions LLC is an Executive Producer of many network and cable television shows including six seasons of the NBC worldwide hit show, "The Apprentice," in association with Mark Burnett Productions. Another edition of the "Apprentice" featuring celebrity contestants is currently in production in NYC for an early 2008 airing on NBC. Additionally, Donald J. Trump is co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization with NBC Universal and Executive Producer of the "Miss Universe," "Miss USA" and "Miss Teen USA" Pageants.
Source: MTV and JRJ
Adding to the glamour and drama is Blair''s successor, Miss Teen USA 2007, Hilary Cruz who moves in mid-season, and former Miss USA 2006, Tara Conner, who serves as unofficial peer advisor to the beauty queens throughout the season. Dropping by to check-in and make sure they all stay on track is Donald J. Trump, co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization which produces the Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA beauty pageants annually. Titleholders and roomies for one year, Riyo, Rachel, Katie and Hilary are out to prove to the world that they''re more than just pretty faces. As they maintain a grueling schedule, become sudden stars and learn to temper the natural jealousies and friendships that arise, the girls have a now sober Tara to guide them away from the temptations and unrelenting attention that led to her notoriety when she was Miss USA.
The cameras show all the triumphs, fun and drama, as they deal with being plucked from obscurity and learn what it takes to be Queen. Crossing the globe to become Miss Universe, 20-year-old Riyo attempts to handle the culture shock of being so far from her home in Japan and her sick grandmother who raised her; 22-year-old Rachel struggles to step out of the shadow of her predecessor''s notorious reign and leave her own mark; in addition to weathering the challenges of a long-distance relationship with her boyfriend Josh, 19-year-old Katie prepares to relinquish her crown to 18-year-old Hilary and step out of the limelight she has grown accustomed to; and Tara, now 21- years-old, tries to rebuild a reputation that was almost destroyed during her reign and impart some crucial wisdom to her four counterparts.
Starting Wednesday, September 26th, viewers can log onto MTV.com for cast profiles, interviews and photo flipbooks; weekly episode trailers and quizzes; and the inside scoop on what it was like to film the show from the beauty queens'' personal blogs. In addition, Riyo, Rachel, Katie, Hilary and Tara will share their top beauty tips and music playlists so site visitors can learn everything from how they apply their makeup for a fashion shoot to what music they listen to when they work out. Full "Pageant Place" episodes will also be made available for download on iTunes.
"Pageant Place" is Executive Produced by Evolution Film & Tape, Inc., The Miss Universe Organization and Trump Productions. Douglas Ross, Greg Stewart and Kathleen French serve as Executive Producers for Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. Paula M. Shugart is President and Executive Producer for the Miss Universe Organization and Donald J. Trump and Andy Litinsky are Executive Producers for Trump Productions. The series is a co-production from Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. and the Miss Universe Organization. Co-Executive Producing for Evolution are Joe DeVito and Russ Heldt. Drew Tappon, Jackie French and Lauren Dolgen are the executives overseeing the project for MTV.
About MTV Networks
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom International Inc., is one of the world''s leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 100 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services - MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks are trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 80 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
About The Miss Universe Organization
The Miss Universe Organization, producers of the MISS UNIVERSE, MISS USA and MISS TEEN USA competitions, is a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal, Inc. partnership. Utilizing its global grass roots infrastructure, the Miss Universe Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness and increasing awareness of breast and ovarian cancers. By forging relationships with organizations committed to research and education such as the Latino Commission on AIDS, Global Health Council, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Gilda''s Club, the women who champion these causes during their reign are armed to impact women today. The titleholders of the Miss Universe Organization personify the combination of beauty and intelligence that defines the 21st Century.
About Evolution Film & Tape, Inc.
Since 1987, Evolution Film & Tape, Inc. has forged a reputation as a bold, innovative provider of non-fiction programming. Evolution''s productions have spanned the broadcast and cable spectrums, with commercial success and critical acclaim in virtually all formats and genres. Current productions include Disney''s long running Movie Surfers, Bravo''s outrageous The Real Housewives of Orange County, TLC''s 10 Years Younger, HGTV''s upcoming Desperate Spaces, as well as Court TV''s docu-drama, Beach Patrol. Previous programming includes MTV''s Yo Momma, VH1''s Bands Reunited, ABC Family''s teen reality hit, Switched!, TLC''s Clean Sweep, and the reality comedies, The Adam Carolla Project (TLC) and He''s a Lady (TBS), as well as Evolution''s first tele- feature, Now You See It, for Disney Channel, and the award-winning feature documentary, Camp Out (LOGO).Evolution''s highly regarded docu-soaps include Bug Juice, Totally Hoops and Totally in Tune for Disney Channel, as well as Bravo''s groundbreaking series Gay Weddings and Boy Meets Boy.
About Trump Productions, LLC
Donald J. Trump is the Chairman/CEO of Trump Productions LLC. Based in Los Angeles, Trump Productions LLC is the television production and entertainment business arm of the privately held Trump Organization. Trump Productions LLC is an Executive Producer of many network and cable television shows including six seasons of the NBC worldwide hit show, "The Apprentice," in association with Mark Burnett Productions. Another edition of the "Apprentice" featuring celebrity contestants is currently in production in NYC for an early 2008 airing on NBC. Additionally, Donald J. Trump is co-owner of the Miss Universe Organization with NBC Universal and Executive Producer of the "Miss Universe," "Miss USA" and "Miss Teen USA" Pageants.
Source: MTV and JRJ
Friday, September 21, 2007
Lara fights trafficking with MTV EXIT
By IndiaFM News Bureau
Lara Dutta fights the social issue of human trafficking. She is the brand ambassador for MTV EXIT, (End Exploitation, and Trafficking). She was asked to talk about trafficking and now features in the documentary called ‘SOLD’ which deals with human trafficking. MTV India will screen the documentary on September 22 at 1900 hrs IST.
“I was previously working on female infanticide with the UNFPA and trafficking of brides. It is after the approach from MTV that I explored further into the details of human trafficking” says Lara. On asking about trafficking in the film industry, she says, “There are a lot of people who come from far of places with the desire to become actors, but it’s not the only field where trafficking takes place. There should be agencies that give the right guidance to aspiring actors.”
“Being a celebrity I can reach a larger audience and I am glad I can use my status to promote this social cause and reach people” states Lara.
Source: India FM
Lara Dutta fights the social issue of human trafficking. She is the brand ambassador for MTV EXIT, (End Exploitation, and Trafficking). She was asked to talk about trafficking and now features in the documentary called ‘SOLD’ which deals with human trafficking. MTV India will screen the documentary on September 22 at 1900 hrs IST.“I was previously working on female infanticide with the UNFPA and trafficking of brides. It is after the approach from MTV that I explored further into the details of human trafficking” says Lara. On asking about trafficking in the film industry, she says, “There are a lot of people who come from far of places with the desire to become actors, but it’s not the only field where trafficking takes place. There should be agencies that give the right guidance to aspiring actors.”
“Being a celebrity I can reach a larger audience and I am glad I can use my status to promote this social cause and reach people” states Lara.
Source: India FM
Here she is -- it's Miss Internet 2008
Mathew Ingram, today at 1:05 PM EDT
Do John and Scott Ferber know what they're getting into? According to a recent press release that came floating into my inbox, they've decided to start something called the Miss Internet Beauty Pageant. Aspiring beauty contest winners (and we know there are probably millions of them out there, alas) can send in a couple of photos and/or video of themselves, and the winner gets chosen by the Internet! Or rather, gets chosen by whoever decides to go and vote for someone at the website, and you can apparently vote for as many contestants as you want, twice a day, and as many times as you like.
So, all you aspiring Miss Internet 2008 winners -- all you have to do is convince enough of your friends, or even complete strangers, to come and click on your photo. Or, you could always take a quick course in Java or C++, and write a script that would effectively accomplish the same thing! The choice is up to you. And apparently you don't have to answer any skill-testing questions, like the one that threw Miss Teen South Carolina off so badly awhile ago. You stand to win "up to" $25,000 in cash and prizes.
It's no secret that the idea of an Internet-voting contest is fraught with problems. As evidence, I submit the story of Time magazine's Person of the Century contest, which came within a hair of being won by Mustafa Kamal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey (thanks to a blockbuster campaign by Turkish supporters) as well as the People magazine contest in 1998 to find the most beautiful people in the world, which was won by one of Howard Stern's sidekicks, a little person who called himself Hank the Angry Drunken Dwarf.
It seems likely, however, that John and Scott Ferber know exactly what they're doing: the two brothers were behind the rise of Advertising.com in the 1990s, which was eventually sold to America Online in 2004 for $434-million in cash. The brothers stayed at AOL for a time, but then took what the company described as some "much needed time off" and developed a site called Guess Now, which lets you guess the outcome of future events and then pays you cash if you guess correctly.
When you go to the Miss Internet Pageant site, it redirects you to Guess Now's servers, and to become a contestant you have to open a Guess Now account. Coincidence? I think not. Interestingly enough, the Miss Internet Pageant says if you can't upload photos of yourself, you can email them to this address: steve@vandelayindustries.com. Van Delay Industries is the name of the fictitious latex company that George Costanza worked for on Seinfeld.
Source: The Globe and Mail
Do John and Scott Ferber know what they're getting into? According to a recent press release that came floating into my inbox, they've decided to start something called the Miss Internet Beauty Pageant. Aspiring beauty contest winners (and we know there are probably millions of them out there, alas) can send in a couple of photos and/or video of themselves, and the winner gets chosen by the Internet! Or rather, gets chosen by whoever decides to go and vote for someone at the website, and you can apparently vote for as many contestants as you want, twice a day, and as many times as you like.
So, all you aspiring Miss Internet 2008 winners -- all you have to do is convince enough of your friends, or even complete strangers, to come and click on your photo. Or, you could always take a quick course in Java or C++, and write a script that would effectively accomplish the same thing! The choice is up to you. And apparently you don't have to answer any skill-testing questions, like the one that threw Miss Teen South Carolina off so badly awhile ago. You stand to win "up to" $25,000 in cash and prizes.
It's no secret that the idea of an Internet-voting contest is fraught with problems. As evidence, I submit the story of Time magazine's Person of the Century contest, which came within a hair of being won by Mustafa Kamal Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey (thanks to a blockbuster campaign by Turkish supporters) as well as the People magazine contest in 1998 to find the most beautiful people in the world, which was won by one of Howard Stern's sidekicks, a little person who called himself Hank the Angry Drunken Dwarf.
It seems likely, however, that John and Scott Ferber know exactly what they're doing: the two brothers were behind the rise of Advertising.com in the 1990s, which was eventually sold to America Online in 2004 for $434-million in cash. The brothers stayed at AOL for a time, but then took what the company described as some "much needed time off" and developed a site called Guess Now, which lets you guess the outcome of future events and then pays you cash if you guess correctly.
When you go to the Miss Internet Pageant site, it redirects you to Guess Now's servers, and to become a contestant you have to open a Guess Now account. Coincidence? I think not. Interestingly enough, the Miss Internet Pageant says if you can't upload photos of yourself, you can email them to this address: steve@vandelayindustries.com. Van Delay Industries is the name of the fictitious latex company that George Costanza worked for on Seinfeld.
Source: The Globe and Mail
Indian actress Priyanka Chopra injures herself during filming
MUMBAI, India: Popular Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra tore a muscle while filming a stunt for an action-packed role in her new movie, a newspaper reported Friday.
In the film Chopra plays a bodyguard skilled in an ancient Sikh martial art, wielding a sword and a 'kirpan,' or dagger, traditionally carried by followers of the Sikh religion.
"I was doing a somersault when I felt something give way inside my rib cage," The Times of India quoted her as saying. "I've apparently suffered a tear in my abs."
The former Miss World is among the few Indian actresses to take on action roles and do her own stunts.
Although she was advised to rest, her busy schedule did not permit a break for the next few weeks — she has dance scenes and more stunts to film.
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"It's so painful. I've no choice but to continue," she said in the newspaper interview. "I don't know how I'll manage."
Chopra said she was enjoying shooting for the role in the thriller, "Drona," and has been announcing: "I'm armed and dangerous" every time she arrives on the set.
Popular actor Abhishek Bachchan, who plays a superhero, and Kay Kay Menon, who is the villain, co-star in the film.
Chopra made her Bollywood debut five years ago and has starred in several hit movies. She played a mob member in her recent movie "Don," and last year she was the female lead in India's first superhero movie, "Krrish."
Although advised rest, her busy schedule did not permit a break for the next few weeks with dance scenes and more stunts to film.
"It's so painful. I've no choice but to continue," she told the newspaper. "I don't know how I'll manage."
Source: International Herald Tribune
In the film Chopra plays a bodyguard skilled in an ancient Sikh martial art, wielding a sword and a 'kirpan,' or dagger, traditionally carried by followers of the Sikh religion.
"I was doing a somersault when I felt something give way inside my rib cage," The Times of India quoted her as saying. "I've apparently suffered a tear in my abs."
The former Miss World is among the few Indian actresses to take on action roles and do her own stunts.
Although she was advised to rest, her busy schedule did not permit a break for the next few weeks — she has dance scenes and more stunts to film.
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"It's so painful. I've no choice but to continue," she said in the newspaper interview. "I don't know how I'll manage."
Chopra said she was enjoying shooting for the role in the thriller, "Drona," and has been announcing: "I'm armed and dangerous" every time she arrives on the set.
Popular actor Abhishek Bachchan, who plays a superhero, and Kay Kay Menon, who is the villain, co-star in the film.
Chopra made her Bollywood debut five years ago and has starred in several hit movies. She played a mob member in her recent movie "Don," and last year she was the female lead in India's first superhero movie, "Krrish."
Although advised rest, her busy schedule did not permit a break for the next few weeks with dance scenes and more stunts to film.
"It's so painful. I've no choice but to continue," she told the newspaper. "I don't know how I'll manage."
Source: International Herald Tribune
Mansion awaits the happy couple
Tennis star Paradorn Srichaphan and his Miss Universe fianc้e Natalie Glebova yesterday bought a luxurious Bt40-million house in Bangkok's On Nut area to move into after they get married on November 29. Published on September 21, 2007
The star went on to say that his 438-square-metre contemporary-style house stood next to a lake at the Prime Nature Villa estate. The Bt40-million price tag does not include the cost of interior decoration, which will be completed by mid November, ready for the couple to move in. Paradorn promised to invite the press to his house-warming party.
As a perfect husband to be, Paradorn said he had left it up to Natalie to decorate the four-bedroom and four-bathroom house as she pleased. However, he said, the house would be decorated in earth tones and will be equipped with a Jacuzzi and a gym. He said he had also bought the 240-sqm behind the house to build a swimming pool and garage.
Paradorn said that though they initially intended to move to Pattaya, they changed their minds when they saw this house. It had such good atmosphere and was so accessible, he explained. He said they were going ahead with their plans to a sporting complex in Pattaya.
He went on to explain that preparations for the wedding were nearly 70 per cent complete, and that the invitation cards were in the process of being printed. Revealing that guests at their wedding included tennis players Tommy Haas and Nicolas Kiefer, Paradon he reserved the right to prohibit reporters from the reception because he did not want senior guests to be disturbed.
He said he would also be inviting other tennis aces during the Thailand Open matches.
The wedding would comprise of a traditional ceremony in the morning attended only by senior guests and close friends, and an interview-and-photo session with the media at 4pm. The reception will be invites only, he added.
Paradon said publications wishing to carry the news the next day would be sent wedding pictures, while magazines that worked on a later deadline would be sent the photos later.
Natalie said that she was excited about her wedding and that she loved her new home because it was surrounded by nature. She added that her only preparation for the wedding was staying healthy by eating good food and exercising. She also said that she had four dresses planned for the day - one for the morning ceremony, one for the press conferences, one for the reception and another to dance in.
The press conference, with Suttipong "Heart" Tadpitakkul presiding as master of ceremonies, was held yesterday at Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel from 10.30am to noon. Singer Paiboon "Pun" Kietkhiewkaew sang "Home" in dedication to the couple prior to the press conference.
Mayuree Sukyingcharoenwong
Source: The Nation
The star went on to say that his 438-square-metre contemporary-style house stood next to a lake at the Prime Nature Villa estate. The Bt40-million price tag does not include the cost of interior decoration, which will be completed by mid November, ready for the couple to move in. Paradorn promised to invite the press to his house-warming party.
As a perfect husband to be, Paradorn said he had left it up to Natalie to decorate the four-bedroom and four-bathroom house as she pleased. However, he said, the house would be decorated in earth tones and will be equipped with a Jacuzzi and a gym. He said he had also bought the 240-sqm behind the house to build a swimming pool and garage.
Paradorn said that though they initially intended to move to Pattaya, they changed their minds when they saw this house. It had such good atmosphere and was so accessible, he explained. He said they were going ahead with their plans to a sporting complex in Pattaya.
He went on to explain that preparations for the wedding were nearly 70 per cent complete, and that the invitation cards were in the process of being printed. Revealing that guests at their wedding included tennis players Tommy Haas and Nicolas Kiefer, Paradon he reserved the right to prohibit reporters from the reception because he did not want senior guests to be disturbed.
He said he would also be inviting other tennis aces during the Thailand Open matches.
The wedding would comprise of a traditional ceremony in the morning attended only by senior guests and close friends, and an interview-and-photo session with the media at 4pm. The reception will be invites only, he added.
Paradon said publications wishing to carry the news the next day would be sent wedding pictures, while magazines that worked on a later deadline would be sent the photos later.
Natalie said that she was excited about her wedding and that she loved her new home because it was surrounded by nature. She added that her only preparation for the wedding was staying healthy by eating good food and exercising. She also said that she had four dresses planned for the day - one for the morning ceremony, one for the press conferences, one for the reception and another to dance in.
The press conference, with Suttipong "Heart" Tadpitakkul presiding as master of ceremonies, was held yesterday at Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel from 10.30am to noon. Singer Paiboon "Pun" Kietkhiewkaew sang "Home" in dedication to the couple prior to the press conference.
Mayuree Sukyingcharoenwong
Source: The Nation
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Despite Lesbian, Drug Scandal Miss USA Tara Conner Says No Changes
By Marilyn Beck and Stacy Jenel Smith
Despite the scandals that plagued her reign last year, former Miss USA Tara Conner says if she had the chance to do it all over, "I wouldn't have done anything differently." Controversy became Conner's last name after reports surfaced that she turned into a party animal, had been sneaking men into the Trump Place apartment appointed for Miss USA, was drinking underage, tested positive for cocaine, and kissed Miss Teen USA Katie Blair in public.
Despite Lesbian, Drug Charges Miss USA Tara Conner Says No Changes
Conner escaped dethronement only after Miss USA pageant owner/exec producer Donald Trump decided to give her a second chance and she entered rehab last December.
"I know it sounds crazy," says Conner of not wanting to change a thing about the past year, "but we all make mistakes. No one in this world is perfect. I can sit here and try to beat myself up about being the one who did go out too much, but all of these mistakes have formed the person I am today, who is someone I'm very proud of and have a lot of respect for."
Despite the scandals that plagued her reign last year, former Miss USA Tara Conner says if she had the chance to do it all over, "I wouldn't have done anything differently." Controversy became Conner's last name after reports surfaced that she turned into a party animal, had been sneaking men into the Trump Place apartment appointed for Miss USA, was drinking underage, tested positive for cocaine, and kissed Miss Teen USA Katie Blair in public.Despite Lesbian, Drug Charges Miss USA Tara Conner Says No Changes
Conner escaped dethronement only after Miss USA pageant owner/exec producer Donald Trump decided to give her a second chance and she entered rehab last December.
"I know it sounds crazy," says Conner of not wanting to change a thing about the past year, "but we all make mistakes. No one in this world is perfect. I can sit here and try to beat myself up about being the one who did go out too much, but all of these mistakes have formed the person I am today, who is someone I'm very proud of and have a lot of respect for."
Connor will be seen offering the benefit of her hindsight to 2007's reigning beauty queens, Miss Universe Riyo Mori, Miss USA Rachel Smith and Miss Teen USA Katie Blair, in MTV's Oct. 10-debuting reality series "Pageant Place," which chronicles what happens to a beauty queen after the win.
"I pretty much touched base on every issue you could touch base on," notes Conner, "so I'm an unofficial peer consultant there to try to keep them sane, help them look on the bright side of things and realize everything in life is temporary."
In retrospect, she says, "The crazy thing about it is that when I received the title, I didn't know what I wanted to achieve because of this disease, alcoholism, and all the 'isms' I fell into." In fact, she says now, "In no way did I think I would win and be put in this position, and when the first runner up got called, I thought, 'Oh, s---! What do I do now?' I was scared to death. I didn't realize how much went into it, how stressful it was. … I was only able to get three good sober months in as Miss USA, but it was still the best year of my life. It was the hardest year but still the best."
Source: National Ledger
What a face in the crowd
SHE is universally sought, but yesterday it was Adelaide's turn to host Jennifer Hawkins.
The former Miss Universe and Myer ambassador is in town as part of her national tour promoting the department store's latest summer collection.
And while she may only be here for two days, the 23-year-old was willing to put fashion aside for five minutes, mingling with excited shoppers in Rundle Mall.
In a stunning Wayne Cooper citrus gown, Hawkins posed for photos and even gave one fan a high five.
But it was back to business last night, with Hawkins entertaining more than 250 guests at an exclusive Myer VIP cocktail party. Among the stars at the event was Sydney-based designer Wayne Cooper, who talked about this season's latest trends from mini to maxi dresses.
However, there will be no rest for the Channel 7 star who will jet off to New Zealand on Monday on a 10-day trip for The Great Outdoors. It's not too late to see the blonde beauty. She will be at Myer City today from 12.30pm.
Source: Adelaide Now
The former Miss Universe and Myer ambassador is in town as part of her national tour promoting the department store's latest summer collection.
And while she may only be here for two days, the 23-year-old was willing to put fashion aside for five minutes, mingling with excited shoppers in Rundle Mall.
In a stunning Wayne Cooper citrus gown, Hawkins posed for photos and even gave one fan a high five.
But it was back to business last night, with Hawkins entertaining more than 250 guests at an exclusive Myer VIP cocktail party. Among the stars at the event was Sydney-based designer Wayne Cooper, who talked about this season's latest trends from mini to maxi dresses.
However, there will be no rest for the Channel 7 star who will jet off to New Zealand on Monday on a 10-day trip for The Great Outdoors. It's not too late to see the blonde beauty. She will be at Myer City today from 12.30pm.
Source: Adelaide Now
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Lara Dutta joins hands with MTV to battle human trafficking
SOLD, the lead feature of the MTV EXIT campaign in South Asia is a unique and powerful program which aims to raise awareness and increase prevention of human trafficking.
An MTV EXIT Special premiered today in Mumbai with Lara Dutta presenting the documentary. SOLD, the lead feature of the MTV EXIT campaign in South Asia is a unique and powerful program which aims to raise awareness and increase prevention of human trafficking. Bollywood Actress Lara Dutta is one amongst many international artists who have joined the MTV EXIT Campaign. The documentary will be telecast on MTV on Saturday, 22nd September, 7:00 pm
MTV EXIT is produced in partnership with USAID, The United States Agency for International Development. The documentary gives an insight into the realities of trafficking, addresses the part that everyone plays in the issue, and provides information on how individuals can protect themselves against trafficking, as well as what everyone can do to help end exploitation and trafficking. SOLD: An MTV EXIT Special has been produced in English and Hindi to maximize local relevance.
Lara Dutta, MTV EXIT South Asia Ambassador for the campaign, was quoted saying, “I am glad that I can use my status as an actress in the Indian Film Industry – an industry that India is crazy about to create awareness about another underground industry – human trafficking, which is becoming alarmingly bigger and more nefarious day by day. I am especially proud of ‘sold’ which is a true eye opener and hope that we spread the message that will help anyone and everyone fight against the pervasiveness of trafficking of human beings for manual labour, domestic labour and prostitution.”
Ashish Patil, General Manager, MTV India & VP, Creative & Content, said “MTV has always delivered high impact content & communication for youth audiences that not only entertains them, but makes them think, be informed and react. Each one of us is a key link in the human trafficking chain. The first step in breaking that chain is creating awareness. The MTV Exit campaign hopes to do just that in signature MTV style by speaking a language that the youth connect with. Through some compelling stories – really well told – that drive home the message. Join us, and help us break that chain.”
“We are very proud to be launching the MTV EXIT Campaign across South Asia,” commented Simon Goff, MTV EXIT Campaign Director. “As the “SOLD” documentary shows, trafficking is of critical importance here, both in terms of vulnerable young people being trafficked and in respect to the exploitation of trafficking victims. We hope that this campaign provides key information for people to protect themselves as well as inspire our audience to join the fight against trafficking.”
Michael S. Owen, U.S. Consul General, said “SOLD: An MTV EXIT Special is just one project, but an important one. It complements U.S. programs around the world that help prevent trafficking, prosecute perpetrators, protect people most at risk, and reintegrate people who have been trafficked. This movie is a call to action.”
In the recent past as a part of the Pro-Social initiatives, MTV India has actively involved more than 10,000 youngsters, singers, performers and MTV VJ’s in an effort to fight against HIV & AIDS, to ‘Spread the Message and Not the Virus!’ at the MTV Music Summit for Aids held in Mumbai. MTV has also launched a public awareness campaign 'MTV Dirtbusters' to create awareness and get young adults into doing something about the pollution, dirt and littering in the neighbourhood.
Source: India Infoline News Services
An MTV EXIT Special premiered today in Mumbai with Lara Dutta presenting the documentary. SOLD, the lead feature of the MTV EXIT campaign in South Asia is a unique and powerful program which aims to raise awareness and increase prevention of human trafficking. Bollywood Actress Lara Dutta is one amongst many international artists who have joined the MTV EXIT Campaign. The documentary will be telecast on MTV on Saturday, 22nd September, 7:00 pmMTV EXIT is produced in partnership with USAID, The United States Agency for International Development. The documentary gives an insight into the realities of trafficking, addresses the part that everyone plays in the issue, and provides information on how individuals can protect themselves against trafficking, as well as what everyone can do to help end exploitation and trafficking. SOLD: An MTV EXIT Special has been produced in English and Hindi to maximize local relevance.
Lara Dutta, MTV EXIT South Asia Ambassador for the campaign, was quoted saying, “I am glad that I can use my status as an actress in the Indian Film Industry – an industry that India is crazy about to create awareness about another underground industry – human trafficking, which is becoming alarmingly bigger and more nefarious day by day. I am especially proud of ‘sold’ which is a true eye opener and hope that we spread the message that will help anyone and everyone fight against the pervasiveness of trafficking of human beings for manual labour, domestic labour and prostitution.”
Ashish Patil, General Manager, MTV India & VP, Creative & Content, said “MTV has always delivered high impact content & communication for youth audiences that not only entertains them, but makes them think, be informed and react. Each one of us is a key link in the human trafficking chain. The first step in breaking that chain is creating awareness. The MTV Exit campaign hopes to do just that in signature MTV style by speaking a language that the youth connect with. Through some compelling stories – really well told – that drive home the message. Join us, and help us break that chain.”
“We are very proud to be launching the MTV EXIT Campaign across South Asia,” commented Simon Goff, MTV EXIT Campaign Director. “As the “SOLD” documentary shows, trafficking is of critical importance here, both in terms of vulnerable young people being trafficked and in respect to the exploitation of trafficking victims. We hope that this campaign provides key information for people to protect themselves as well as inspire our audience to join the fight against trafficking.”
Michael S. Owen, U.S. Consul General, said “SOLD: An MTV EXIT Special is just one project, but an important one. It complements U.S. programs around the world that help prevent trafficking, prosecute perpetrators, protect people most at risk, and reintegrate people who have been trafficked. This movie is a call to action.”
In the recent past as a part of the Pro-Social initiatives, MTV India has actively involved more than 10,000 youngsters, singers, performers and MTV VJ’s in an effort to fight against HIV & AIDS, to ‘Spread the Message and Not the Virus!’ at the MTV Music Summit for Aids held in Mumbai. MTV has also launched a public awareness campaign 'MTV Dirtbusters' to create awareness and get young adults into doing something about the pollution, dirt and littering in the neighbourhood.
Source: India Infoline News Services
Pantaloons endorses Lara Dutta and Bobby Deol as `Brand Ambassadors`
They will feature in all the new print advertisements and television commercials, henceforth for Pantaloons.Pantaloons, India’s leading fashion retailer, on Wednesday announced that popular actors and bollywood sensations, Lara Dutta and Bobby Deol are the new faces of Pantaloons. They will feature in all the new print advertisements and television commercials, henceforth for Pantaloons. The first advertising campaign featuring Lara Dutta and Bobby Deol will be releasing shortly.
Lara Dutta and Bobby Deol, are known for their distinctive style statements both personally and professionally. The Pantaloons brand will leverage their universal appeal, which is not merely limited to the metropolitan cities, but also extends to the smaller cities and towns.
Said, Sanjeev Agrawal, CEO, Pantaloons, "Pantaloons stands for a Fresh Feel and Fresh Attitude. Bobby Deol and Lara Dutta, who are very stylish actors of today, fit well with the brand. We believe that our association with Bobby and Lara, will help enhance the fashion imagery of the ‘Pantaloons’ brand. Hence, we are proud to sign the two Bollywood icons to endorse our flagship fashion retail brand."
Actor Bobby Deol said, "Fashion is constantly changing and Pantaloons promises to keep up with ever changing fashion trends. The fashion edge that it provides makes me want to make Pantaloons my style statement. It is great to be associated with a fresh and youthful brand Pantaloons.”
Actress Lara Dutta said, "Pantaloons has a wide range of stylish fashion wear for the Indian women, offering apparel and accessories that suit every mood and occasion. With its promise of 'Fresh fashion', it guarantees something new every time one goes there. That makes Pantaloons my kind of store and I am proud to be associated with it."
Source: India Infoline News Service
Big show of solidarity for Anand Jon
BEVERLY HILLS, CA: The Beverly Hilton played host to a major South Asian Community Gala FOSAAC featuring Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villagairosa, former DNC Chairman and Clinton advisor Terry McAuliffe, Kevin Kaul (FOSAAC founder), Marla Maples (former Mrs. Donald Trump), Amrita Thapar (Miss India), Jimmy Jeanlouis (actor, Heroes), Daria Trifu (actress), Bruno Pischiutta (Toronto Pictures), Camille McDonald (from America’s Next Top Model) , Sasha , (Miss India Global), along with a bevy of models and members of the fashion community at the Fashion extravaganza by Sanjana Jon in support of the crown prince of couture designer Anand Jon.
Among the frivolity of the Emmy parties, designer and social activist Sanjana Jon started LA Fashion Week in style. A line up of stunning models wearing "We Support Anand Jon" opened a spectacular fashion presentation on September the 15 for the annual gala event for FOSAAC celebrating 60 years of Indian independence. The show was dedicated to supporting global independence and civil rights. The audience was ecstatic – the show was the highlight of the night’s event.
The press reception prior to the opening ceremony was packed and many press clamored to get their time with Ms. Jon. International and local press and media included CNN, Sahara, Zoom, Z-TV, News Asia, India Journal, India West, magazines and newspaper, A powerful video presentation by director Anirudh Garg ran before the music cued the first runway walker. The video featured images of Anand Jon as a young man.
The presentation humanized him versus a harsh, media-driven, sensationalized world. It showed him as a family man, a spiritual man, a man of substance, values and personality. After the LA Mayor introduced Terry McAuliffe, Sanjana Jon, Marla Maples, Camille McDonald, and Amrita Thapar took the stage and made a plea to the community and politicians to take a strong stance and consideration regarding the violation of individuals civil rights.
Guilty By Color should be eradicated and justice served was the main message promoted through the show. Supporters, guests and fashion crew including international fashion producers flew in from across the globe. 45 models participated and devoted their services to show their support of AJ. Int’l Fashion director Christian Ruart from Paris, NY and Milan flew in to direct the show.
Hair and make up by Madeeha Kibriya & Jeannie Jeffries Couture Beauty enhanced the fabulous show Those attending the event came together and stood in silent support of one of their own. Lines of women gave her ovation and support to Shashi Abraham for her son for her struggle against injustice. Bruno P is looking forward to Anand Jon appearing as a lead in one of his Toronto Picture films and Daria Trifu from Daria! Magazine is profiling his charitable efforts for an upcoming issue. "People have to understand the industry to truly comprehend the unbelievable irrationality of this case", was the word from several fashion insiders. Sanjana Jon has worked with the UN and has promoted AIDS Awareness through the tour started by her brother Anand Jon with the reigning Miss Universe Amelia Vega, Jennifer Hawkins, Natalie Glebova and Zuleyka Rivera. Kal Penn (actor), Michelle Rodriguez (actor), Salman Khan (actor), Howie Dorough (Backstreet Boys), Paris Hilton and Princess Olivia de Bourbon are few of the many celebrities Sanjana Jon has worked with. Awards ceremony and artist performances followed the fashion show. The purpose of the show was to make a strong statement supporting civil rights and people should contact wesupportanandjon@gmail.com with comments and letters of support. Also check www.anandjon.com .
Source: India Post
Among the frivolity of the Emmy parties, designer and social activist Sanjana Jon started LA Fashion Week in style. A line up of stunning models wearing "We Support Anand Jon" opened a spectacular fashion presentation on September the 15 for the annual gala event for FOSAAC celebrating 60 years of Indian independence. The show was dedicated to supporting global independence and civil rights. The audience was ecstatic – the show was the highlight of the night’s event.
The press reception prior to the opening ceremony was packed and many press clamored to get their time with Ms. Jon. International and local press and media included CNN, Sahara, Zoom, Z-TV, News Asia, India Journal, India West, magazines and newspaper, A powerful video presentation by director Anirudh Garg ran before the music cued the first runway walker. The video featured images of Anand Jon as a young man.
The presentation humanized him versus a harsh, media-driven, sensationalized world. It showed him as a family man, a spiritual man, a man of substance, values and personality. After the LA Mayor introduced Terry McAuliffe, Sanjana Jon, Marla Maples, Camille McDonald, and Amrita Thapar took the stage and made a plea to the community and politicians to take a strong stance and consideration regarding the violation of individuals civil rights.
Guilty By Color should be eradicated and justice served was the main message promoted through the show. Supporters, guests and fashion crew including international fashion producers flew in from across the globe. 45 models participated and devoted their services to show their support of AJ. Int’l Fashion director Christian Ruart from Paris, NY and Milan flew in to direct the show.
Hair and make up by Madeeha Kibriya & Jeannie Jeffries Couture Beauty enhanced the fabulous show Those attending the event came together and stood in silent support of one of their own. Lines of women gave her ovation and support to Shashi Abraham for her son for her struggle against injustice. Bruno P is looking forward to Anand Jon appearing as a lead in one of his Toronto Picture films and Daria Trifu from Daria! Magazine is profiling his charitable efforts for an upcoming issue. "People have to understand the industry to truly comprehend the unbelievable irrationality of this case", was the word from several fashion insiders. Sanjana Jon has worked with the UN and has promoted AIDS Awareness through the tour started by her brother Anand Jon with the reigning Miss Universe Amelia Vega, Jennifer Hawkins, Natalie Glebova and Zuleyka Rivera. Kal Penn (actor), Michelle Rodriguez (actor), Salman Khan (actor), Howie Dorough (Backstreet Boys), Paris Hilton and Princess Olivia de Bourbon are few of the many celebrities Sanjana Jon has worked with. Awards ceremony and artist performances followed the fashion show. The purpose of the show was to make a strong statement supporting civil rights and people should contact wesupportanandjon@gmail.com with comments and letters of support. Also check www.anandjon.com .
Source: India Post
Hawkins thrills Coast fans
Jennifer Hawkins signed autographs for plenty of excited young fans at Pacific Fair at Myer yesterday.ABOUT 400 screaming fans took time out from their jobs yesterday to see the beautiful former Miss Universe, Jennifer Hawkins (pictured).
Hawkins signed autographs for plenty of excited young girls at Pacific Fair on a tour for Myer.
Hawkins said it was great to be a role model for young girls, but when speaking about 12-year-old Face of Gold Coast Fashion Week Maddison Gabriel, she didn't think at that age they should be doing what she is just yet.
"I'm not fully for it," she said.
"I don't think at 12 ... I was like playing cricket in the backyard.
"I just don't understand.
"I know the industry a little bit now and I don't think it's right for a 12-year-old, but it's for the parents (to decide)."
Besides the Myer tour, Hawkins also is taking time to broaden her skills and try her hand at acting.
"I have been doing some acting courses and I do enjoy it, but it's not a thing I'm striving for," she said. "I want to be prepared if anything pops up."
She was offered a role in the movie The Pink Panther, which was snapped up by superstar Beyonce because Hawkins couldn't fit it in with her other commitments.
For now, she's just happy to relax this weekend between her Myer tour and filming for The Great Outdoors.
"I'm going to go out to dinner on Saturday night with a group of people and (boyfriend) Jake as well and a few 'drinkie poos' definitely and a dance. I love to have a dance at a club, it's just a release for me," she said.
Source: Gold Coast
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Lara Dutta has injured herself during the shooting
Lara Dutta was shooting for an ad film at the Kamalistan Studios, where she has injured herself badly. A source informs, "The shot required Lara to run around. The concept of the ad was such that the flooring had to be of green color. There was an iron plank on the floor as well. Incidentally that was of green color too. It was because the plank synchronized well with the flooring. However, during the running sequence she failed to notice it an tripped over, badly injuring her knees and spraining the ankle in the process."Source: Bollywood Premiere
Jen's a homebody
By Nikki Parkinson
Jennifer Hawkins at the opening of the re-furbished Myer Chermside in Brisbane.
She loves our beaches but she’s passing all that up for a weekend at home in Sydney with her boyfriend.
Yes, glamorous Jennifer Hawkins, the former Miss Universe, television star and face of Myer, yesterday told Queensland that her favourite way to chill out was spending time with her boyfriend.
“I can’t wait to hang out with Jake,” Jennifer said, before officially opening the re-furbished Myer Chermside in Brisbane.
More than 200 VIP customers arrived at 7.30am, and waited more than an hour in the cosmetics hall for the store’s special guest to arrive.
Wearing a silk satin print dress by Australian designer TL Wood, Jennifer did a lap of the crowd in sky-high gold stilettos before taking to the stage.
“They’re not holiday shoes,” she said.
Jennifer’s girl-next-door good looks and sunny personality were as evident as they are each week on The Great Outdoors, the Channel 7 show with which she’s just re-signed for another 12 months.
She said the show enabled her to promote Australian designers overseas – and her Myer job gave her good access to those designers.
“When we’re shooting the clothes (for Myer) you do have a chance to look and have a little play around,” she said of her enviable wardrobe.
Jennifer also gave two thumbs-up to Queensland, having visited the state frequently with the travel show.
“I’ve been up and down the coast … I love the people here and the beaches here are glorious,” she said.
“I’ve been back a fair few times with The Great Outdoors, and I’ll be back again.”
Source: The Daily
Jennifer Hawkins at the opening of the re-furbished Myer Chermside in Brisbane.She loves our beaches but she’s passing all that up for a weekend at home in Sydney with her boyfriend.
Yes, glamorous Jennifer Hawkins, the former Miss Universe, television star and face of Myer, yesterday told Queensland that her favourite way to chill out was spending time with her boyfriend.
“I can’t wait to hang out with Jake,” Jennifer said, before officially opening the re-furbished Myer Chermside in Brisbane.
More than 200 VIP customers arrived at 7.30am, and waited more than an hour in the cosmetics hall for the store’s special guest to arrive.
Wearing a silk satin print dress by Australian designer TL Wood, Jennifer did a lap of the crowd in sky-high gold stilettos before taking to the stage.
“They’re not holiday shoes,” she said.
Jennifer’s girl-next-door good looks and sunny personality were as evident as they are each week on The Great Outdoors, the Channel 7 show with which she’s just re-signed for another 12 months.
She said the show enabled her to promote Australian designers overseas – and her Myer job gave her good access to those designers.
“When we’re shooting the clothes (for Myer) you do have a chance to look and have a little play around,” she said of her enviable wardrobe.
Jennifer also gave two thumbs-up to Queensland, having visited the state frequently with the travel show.
“I’ve been up and down the coast … I love the people here and the beaches here are glorious,” she said.
“I’ve been back a fair few times with The Great Outdoors, and I’ll be back again.”
Source: The Daily
Nikita Anand's ticket to Bollywood
Another Miss India loses her ‘dil’ to Bollywood.After walking the ramp, modelling for print, and anchoring shows on fast cars and cricket on television, former Miss India Universe 2003 Nikita Anand could be said to be around in the glam biz for a while.
But there’s no chance she’s anchoring her nascent film career just yet. On the contrary, it’s set sail with her debut film, Dil Dosti Etc directed by the Cambridge-educated Bihari director Manish Tiwari, releasing at the end of the month.
“I signed the film in February 2006 and it has been a long wait. I took up kathak classes before I started shooting for the film as dancing is very key to the film plot in Bollywood. I even took up theatre workshops. It’s been a very new experience shooting for the film with my costars Shreyas Talpade and Imaad Shah. There’s a lot of waiting around and more importance is given to the camera set up and the lights than the actors!,” laughs Nikita.
Did her title help her get a foothold in the industry? “Being a Miss India has never been a disadvantage to me, despite there being a new one every year. It always helps,” she says. And what is her take on the philanthropic questions that they field as Miss Indias?
“It’s so funny that we Miss Indias are always subjected to ridicule about our so-called clichéd, charitable answers on looking after the world’s impoverished children and the like. But what beats me is that how the typical questions are overlooked. Why would we prepare ourselves to answer those questions if they stopped asking them? It’s ironical. If you wanted to be like Mother Teresa, you wouldn’t be posing in a bathing suit on a world stage. You would just go to her foundation and work quietly,” says the brazen Nikita.
Was it a natural progression for her to get into movies like the earlier Miss Indias like Aishwarya Rai, Priyanka Chopra and Sushmita Sen? “Well, some girls decide beforehand that when they win, the next step will be films. But I had not predecided that I will be an actress. I just thought that I wasn’t mentally prepared then, but I am now,” says the girl who “loves to mimic and pick up foreign accents”.
What kind of work is she looking for? “I just want to do quality work, but I don’t want to be a part of the filth that’s happening,” she says. Given that she shuttles between Delhi and Mumbai every fortnight, she’s even taken up a place in Mumbai now to make it that much easier to work in Bollywood. Serious about showbiz are we?
Source: The Times of India
Monday, September 17, 2007
Tollywood gathers to celebrate
And surprise of surprises was when Yukta Mookhey turned up at the party too.Aparna Sen (TOI Photo)
What a better way to celebrate a National Award for the Best English Feature Film than to host a party with celebrities from the film world? Aparna Sen, Konkona and Dhritiman Chatterjee sure had reasons to feel proud what with almost a big section of Kolkata’s film and television world turning up to congratulate them at a party thrown by producer Bipin Vohra at Galaxy, The Park. Of course, people did miss Shabana Azmi’s
presence at the Saturday party what with many still raving about the actor’s sterling performance in 15, Park Avenue.
And surprise of surprises was when Yukta Mookhey turned up at the party too, wearing a turquoise blue dress with stilettos that literally made her tower over everyone else.
Overheard: Is Yukta based in Kolkata these days? First she is spotted at an art exhibition, now at this party. May be, she is keeping her options of doing Tollywood films open!
Source: The Times of India
Jennifer Hawkins re-signs to Seven
Author: Seven Network Sep 17, 2007, 08:44
Channel Seven has today confirmed that Jennifer Hawkins has re-signed to the Network.
The former Miss Universe, who first joined Seven in 2004, has spent the past three years traveling as a presenter with The Great Outdoors and has recently returned from trips to the US, Italy and Spain.
Jennifer was also one of the celebrities in the fourth season of Seven’s hit series Dancing With The Stars, co-hosted the 2005 Carols In The Domain and has worked as a presenter on the network’s Melbourne Cup Carnival coverage.
“I love being a part of Channel Seven - they gave me my first break, right after my year as Miss Universe,” Jennifer said today.
"It's been great to be a part of their family over the last three years. Through my work on The Great Outdoors, I've learnt so much and have been able to travel to parts of the world I never would have seen.
"To continue this work in 2008 is a great thrill. I’m now looking forward to a trip to New Zealand I have coming up as well as plenty of other new adventures.
"Seven have been so supportive of my other work - they really understand my workload and ambitions and we are able to work together so well."
Source: Ebroadcast
Channel Seven has today confirmed that Jennifer Hawkins has re-signed to the Network.
The former Miss Universe, who first joined Seven in 2004, has spent the past three years traveling as a presenter with The Great Outdoors and has recently returned from trips to the US, Italy and Spain.
Jennifer was also one of the celebrities in the fourth season of Seven’s hit series Dancing With The Stars, co-hosted the 2005 Carols In The Domain and has worked as a presenter on the network’s Melbourne Cup Carnival coverage.
“I love being a part of Channel Seven - they gave me my first break, right after my year as Miss Universe,” Jennifer said today.
"It's been great to be a part of their family over the last three years. Through my work on The Great Outdoors, I've learnt so much and have been able to travel to parts of the world I never would have seen.
"To continue this work in 2008 is a great thrill. I’m now looking forward to a trip to New Zealand I have coming up as well as plenty of other new adventures.
"Seven have been so supportive of my other work - they really understand my workload and ambitions and we are able to work together so well."
Source: Ebroadcast
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