**Ariana DeBose**

***Actress, Singer, and Dancer***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer celebrated for her dynamic work across film, television, and Broadway. She won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as Anita in West Side Story and has also received a BAFTA, Golden Globe, and SAG Award. A Tony Award nominee for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, DeBose has appeared in acclaimed productions including Hamilton, Wish, and Argylle. She is also a sought-after host and advocate for diversity and inclusion in the arts.

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**Bernie Wagenblast**

***Transportation Journalist, Broadcaster, Voice Actor, and Podcaster***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
***“Grand Marshal”***
Broadcaster, transportation journalist, voice-over artist, and public transit announcer. Best known as the longtime voice of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey AirTrain systems and numerous transit networks, she has spent decades reporting on transportation and infrastructure. In 2023, Wagenblast publicly came out as a transgender woman and has since become a visible advocate for transgender inclusion and authenticity while continuing her broadcasting career

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**Bowen Yang**

***Actor, Comedian, Writer, and Podcaster***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
***“Grand Marshal”***
Emmy-nominated actor, comedian, writer, and podcaster best known as a former cast member on Saturday Night Live, where he made history as the show's first Chinese American repertory player. He gained acclaim for his sharp comedic performances and has appeared in projects including Fire Island, Wicked, and The Wedding Banquet. Yang also co-hosts the popular comedy podcast Las Culturistas and is recognized as one of today's most influential voices in comedy and entertainment.

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**Chuck Schumer**

***U.S. Senator from New York and Senate Democratic Leader***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
American politician serving as the senior U.S. senator from New York and the Senate Democratic Leader. First elected to the Senate in 1998, he previously served as Senate Majority Leader from 2021 to 2025 and has played a central role in shaping Democratic legislative strategy on issues including infrastructure, healthcare, judicial appointments, technology, and economic policy. A longtime advocate for New York, Schumer remains one of the Democratic Party's most influential national leaders.

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**Dominique Jackson**

***Trinidad and Tobago-born Actress, Model, Author, and LGBTQ+ Advocate***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
***“Grand Marshal”***
Trinidad and Tobago-born actress, model, author, and LGBTQ+ advocate best known for her groundbreaking portrayal of Elektra Abundance on the FX series “Pose”. A trailblazer for transgender representation in entertainment, she has also appeared in Chick Fight and Queens of the Dead while using her platform to champion equality, visibility, and the rights of transgender people.

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**Donovan Richards**

INTERVIEW COMING SOON!
***Queens Borough President***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**

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**Doris Dear**

***Fictional Female Actor, Cabaret Singer and Comedian created and played by Ray DeForest***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
Long-running stage persona of performer Ray DeForest. Styled as a nostalgic “American housewife,” Doris Dear is a comedic and heartfelt character used to frame autobiographical storytelling, music, and theatrical cabaret performances
Ray DeForest, working behind the character, is a SAG-AFTRA performer and writer whose work centers on creating intimate, character-driven stage experiences that blur the line between drag performance, theater, and storytelling.

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**Harvey Guillen**

***Actor & Producer***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
Mexican-American actor and producer best known for his breakout role as Guillermo de la Cruz in the FX comedy *What We Do in the Shadows*. A Critics Choice Award nominee, he has also earned acclaim for his voice work in *Puss in Boots: The Last Wish*, *Wish*, *The Garfield Movie*, and *Harley Quinn*. Beyond film and television, Guillén is a prominent LGBTQ+ advocate and one of the first openly queer Latino actors nominated for a Critics Choice acting award. In 2026, he expanded his career to Broadway, making his debut in *The Rocky Horror Show*

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**Jumaane Williams**

INTERVIEW COMING SOON!
***NYC Public Advocate***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**

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**Mark D. Levine**

INTERVIEW COMING SOON!
***NYC Comptroller***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**

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**Peppermint**

***Actress, Singer, Songwriter, Television Personality, Drag Queen, and LGBTQ+ Activist***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
***“Grand Marshal”***
Actress, singer, songwriter, television personality, drag queen, and LGBTQ+ activist. Rising to international fame as the runner-up on RuPaul's Drag Race, she made history as the first openly transgender woman to originate a principal role on Broadway in the musical “Head Over Heels”. She has since built a multifaceted career across television, music, theater, and advocacy, using her platform to champion transgender visibility and equality.

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**Sirens Women's+ MC of NYC**

***President Brooke "Savage" Severance & Pride Coordinator Erika “Chaos” Yu***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**
Oldest and largest women's motorcycle club in New York City. Founded in 1986, the club promotes safe riding, community service, inclusivity, and camaraderie among women+, including cisgender women, transgender women, and nonbinary riders. The Sirens have proudly led New York City's LGBTQ+ Pride March since 1987 and remain active in charitable initiatives, women's health advocacy, and motorcycle education.

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**Thomas DiNapoli**

INTERVIEW COMING SOON!
***NYS Comptroller***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**

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**Vanessa L. Gibson**

INTERVIEW COMING SOON!
***Bronx Borough President***
**Event: 2026 NYC Pride March I 6.28.2026**
**Location: 5th Avenue, NYC**

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Michael Passons

Christian Music Artist, former member of Avalon & LGBTQ+ Advocate

On Location Interview I Location: Lounge Studios NY I NYC I 6.26.2026

Following the Groundbreaking #1 iTunes Chart Achievement, Country Superstar Ty Herndon, Avalon’s Michael Passons and Melissa Greene Drop Dave Audé Remix Video for "Testify To Love"

American singer-songwriter, pianist & composer best known as a founding member of the contemporary Christian music group Avalon. During his 8 yrs w/the group, he helped earn multiple Dove Awards, Grammy nominations, an American Music Award, and numerous No. 1 Christian radio hits, including "Testify to Love." Since leaving Avalon in 2003, he has continued performing as a solo artist & advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion, collaborating w/artists such as Ty Herndon & Kristin Chenoweth. In 2026, Passons drew renewed attention by publicly sharing additional details about his departure from Avalon, discussing the challenges of being a gay artist in the contemporary Christian music industry.

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Ty Herndon

Country Music Artist & LGBTQ+ Advocate

On Location Interview I Location: Lounge Studios NY I NYC I 6.26.2026

Following the Groundbreaking #1 iTunes Chart Achievement, Country Superstar Ty Herndon, Avalon’s Michael Passons and Melissa Greene Drop Dave Audé Remix Video for "Testify To Love"

American country music singer best known for his 1990s hits, including "What Mattered Most," "Living in a Moment," & "It Must Be Love." A three-time Billboard No. 1 artist & the 1st major male country singer to publicly come out as gay, he has become a leading advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion, mental health & addiction recovery through his Concert for Love + Acceptance and Foundation for Love + Acceptance. In 2025, he celebrated the 30th anniversary of his breakthrough hit w/the retrospective album THIRTY & in 2026 released his debut memoir, What Mattered Most, chronicling his career, recovery & journey to self-acceptance

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**Guy Nardulli**

***Actor***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Vernon Reynolds”***
Actor, writer, producer, and former police officer known for his roles in Sylvester Stallone’s “Tulsa King” and “Big Mistakes”. He is recognized for his gritty, character-driven performances and for drawing on his law enforcement experience in his creative work.

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**Jay Huguley**

***Actor***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Ry Riley”***
Actor known for his work in television and film. He has appeared in series including The Walking Dead, True Detective, The Purge, Cape Fear, and Lioness. He is recognized for portraying authoritative, military, and law enforcement characters, Huguley has built a versatile career across drama, action, thriller, and Western genres.

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**Lisa G. Black**

***Award Winning Producer & Filmmaking***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Producer”***
Award-winning producer, creative executive, global business strategist & manager. Co Chair of the Producers Guild of America, Capital. Artistic Chair & Board member of Rehoboth Beach International Film Festival . She founded Garnet Girl Media, is Sr. Executive Vice president of development at Rolling Pictures and SNL Film LLC. Widely recognized for her expertise in packaging, marketing & distribution, Black has produced, financed & distributed dozens of international and domestic independent feature films. Published Poet and SAG -E

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**Michael Genet**

***Actor***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Cornelius Blackwood”***
Stage, film, and television actor and writer with a career spanning theater, independent cinema, and network television. His television credits include *Law & Order*, *Billions*, and *Blue Bloods*. His film work includes *She Hate Me*, *One Fine Day*, and *25th Hour*. A veteran of the New York theater scene, Genet has appeared in many Broadway productions including *A Few Good Men*, *Hamlet*, and *The Prom*.

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**Nick Wilkinson**

***Writer, Director and Producer***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Writer & Director”***
Writer, screenwriter, and director whose career spans novels, television, and film. Drawing on his high-tech industry experience, he authored the novels *Snakes and Ladders* and its sequel *Pay Day* (under the pen name John Willins), later adapting them for television. He also created the pilot *Jimmy Hong*, a detective series set during the Korean War. As a filmmaker, Wilkinson wrote and directed the short film *The Fast Track Program* and the political mystery *Death on the Brandywine*. His next feature is *Still Alive (and Kicking)*, a feel-good soccer comedy. Originally from England, he is a naturalized U.S. citizen who has also lived in Australia and worked around the world.

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**Satomi Hofmann**

***Actress***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Professor Millie Park”***
Multidisciplinary Broadway, film, and television actress, singer, and musician. Based in New York City, she was a mainstay in the cast of Broadway's longest running musical, *The Phantom of the Opera*. Her film credits include M. Night Shyamalan's *Knock at the Cabin* and the short film *The Fast Track Program* (written and directed by Nick Wilkinson), for which she received multiple Best Actress nominations. In television, she is known for *Law & Order: Organized Crime* and *FBI: Most Wanted*. She is currently starring in *Masquerade NYC*, the world's first immersive musical and 2026 recipient of the Drama Desk Special Award.

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**Shanley Caswell**

***Actress***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Shanley Caswell”***
Actress known for her work in film and television. She starred in the horror film *Detention* and *The Conjuring*, and in television series including *Power Book III: Raising Kanan*, *NCIS: New Orleans*, *CSI: NY*, and *Bones*. Caswell has worked across genres, from independent film to studio features and network television, and continues to build a diverse body of work.

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**Steven Pivnik**

***Executive Producer, Entrepreneur & Iron Man Competitor***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Executive Producer”***
Bestselling author, keynote and TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete. He founded and led Binary Tree for 26 years, growing the software company into a global business before its successful acquisition by Quest Software. Best known for his book *Built to Finish*, Pivnik now advises entrepreneurs on business growth and successful exits while speaking internationally on leadership, resilience, and high performance. An accomplished endurance athlete, he has completed the IRONMAN World Championship, ultramarathons, and summited Mount Everest, drawing on those experiences to inspire others to achieve ambitious goals.

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**Tuc Watkins**

***Actor***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Sean Riley”***
Actor with an extensive career in television, film, and theater. He is currently recurring on *Paradise*, *S.W.A.T.*, and *Criminal Minds*. He is best known for his daytime soap work as David Vickers on *One Life to Live* and for playing Bob Hunter on *Desperate Housewives*. Additional credits include *Black Monday, The Mummy Returns*, *The Other Two*, and *Uncoupled*, along with co-starring in *The Boys in the Band* on Broadway and reprising his role in the Netflix feature film adaptation.

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**Walt Willey**

***Actor, Comedian & TV Personality***
**Event: Pre-Launch Party w/the Cast & Crew of “Death on The Brandywine” I 6.24.2026**
**Location: Tara Rose I NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Senator Daniel Riley”***
Walt Willey is an American actor, comedian, and television personality best known for playing Jackson Montgomery on the long-running daytime soap opera All My Children. With a career spanning more than four decades, he has also appeared on General Hospital, in films, and on stage as a stand-up comedian. In addition to acting, Willey has been active in charitable work and fan events, remaining a well-known figure in daytime television.

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Fab Morvan

Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, and Actor

On Location Interview I Location: Lounge Studios NY I NYC I On Location “Exclusive” I 6.23.2026

Fab Morvan is a French singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor best known as one-half of the pop duo Milli Vanilli alongside Rob Pilatus. The group achieved worldwide success in the late 1980s with hits such as "Girl You Know It's True," earning a Grammy Award before becoming embroiled in a lip-syncing scandal that led to the award being revoked. Following the group's dissolution, Morvan rebuilt his career as a solo artist, performer, DJ, and advocate, sharing his experiences through music, public speaking, and media appearances.

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BD Wong

Actor

Event: “Hadestown: The Musical” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.8.2026

Location: Tribeca Film Festival I OKX Theater at BMCC TPAC, NYC

“Red Carpet VIP Guest Attendee”

BD Wong is an award-winning American actor, director, and advocate best known for his work across film, television, and theater. He rose to prominence with his Tony Award-winning performance in M. Butterfly and is widely recognized for roles such as Dr. George Huang on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Dr. Henry Wu in the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World franchises, and Whiterose in Mr. Robot. Born in San Francisco in 1960, Wong has built a distinguished career spanning stage, film, and television while also serving as a prominent voice for LGBTQ+ representation and advocacy.

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Brett Sullivan

Australian film director, producer and Broadway Director

Event: “Hadestown: The Musical” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.8.2026

Location: Tribeca Film Festival I OKX Theater at BMCC TPAC, NYC

“Director”

Brett Sullivan is an Australian filmmaker, director, and producer based in London. A co-founder of Steam Motion and Sound, he is best known for directing acclaimed filmed stage productions and concert films, including Billy Elliot: The Musical Live, Miss Saigon, Newsies, Waitress, The Prince of Egypt, and Aladdin. He has also directed music videos and television specials for major artists such as Michael Bublé, Phil Collins, and Seal. His documentary Special When Lit earned critical acclaim, and his work has helped pioneer the cinematic presentation of live theater for global audiences.

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Akon

Senegalese-American singer, songwriter, record producer, and philanthropist

Event: An Intimate Chat & Live Performance with Akon hosted by Astra of 103.5 KTU I 6.8.2026

Location: Maybelline Sound Studio I iHeartRadio HQ, NYC

Multi-Grammy Nominated Recording Artist who rose to international fame with hits such as Locked Up, Lonely, Smack That, Don't Matter, and Right Now (Na Na Na), while also helping launch and develop the careers of artists through his Konvict Muzik label.

In 2026, Akon remains active as both a recording artist and live performer. He released his latest album, Beautiful Day, marking his first major studio album in years and showcasing his continued focus on uplifting, globally inspired music.

A major highlight of 2026 is Akon's co-headlining “Nights Like This” Global Tour with fellow Grammy-winning artist Ne-Yo. The 57-city tour spans Europe and North America, celebrating the chart-topping hits that defined an era of R&B and pop music.

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**Hugo Ruiz**

***Filmmaker, Writer and Director***
**Event: “Dante” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Village East by Angelika, NYC**
***“Writer and Director”***
Hugo Ruiz is a Spanish filmmaker known for his stylish, high-intensity thrillers. He gained international recognition with the acclaimed feature *One Night with Adela*, which won the Best New Narrative Director Award at the 2023 Tribeca Festival. Ruiz returned to Tribeca in 2026 with *Dante*, a fast-paced crime thriller set over a single night in Madrid starring Chino Darín and Ester Expósito. Known for blending suspense, dark humor, and visceral storytelling, Ruiz has emerged as one of Spain's most promising contemporary genre directors.

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**Christopher Meloni**

***Actor***
**Event: “Bound” 30th Anniversary Red Carpet Movie Screening I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Johnnie Marzzone”***
Christopher Meloni (born April 2, 1961) is an American actor best known for portraying Detective Elliot Stabler on the long-running NBC crime drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and its spin-off Law & Order: Organized Crime. He first gained widespread acclaim as inmate Chris Keller on HBO’s Oz and earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for his work on SVU. Meloni has also appeared in films including Runaway Bride, Wet Hot American Summer, and Man of Steel. Known for his intense dramatic performances, sharp comedic timing, and enduring popularity with television audiences, he remains one of the most recognizable actors in crime drama television.

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**Gina Gershon**

***Actress***
**Event: “Bound” 30th Anniversary Red Carpet Movie Screening I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Corky”***
Gina Gershon is an American actress, singer, and author best known for her bold and versatile performances in film, television, and theater. She gained widespread recognition for roles in Bound, Showgirls, and Face/Off. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Gershon has appeared in numerous movies, TV series, and Broadway productions, earning acclaim for her dynamic screen presence and ability to portray both dramatic and comedic characters. She remains a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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**Jennifer Tilly**

***Actress, Voice Artist & Professional Poker Player***
**Event: “Bound” 30th Anniversary Red Carpet Movie Screening I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Violet”***
Jennifer Tilly is a Canadian-American actress, voice artist, and professional poker player. She earned an Academy Award nomination for her performance in the film Bullets Over Broadway and is widely known for roles in Bound, Liar Liar, and the *Child's Play* franchise as Tiffany Valentine. Tilly also voices Bonnie Swanson on the long-running TV series Family Guy. Beyond acting, she is an accomplished poker player, having won a World Series of Poker bracelet in 2005. Known for her distinctive voice, comedic timing, and versatile career, Tilly has remained a prominent figure in both entertainment and professional poker..

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**Joe Pantoliano**

***Actor***
**Event: “Bound” 30th Anniversary Red Carpet Movie Screening I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Caesar”***
Joe Pantoliano is an Emmy Award-winning American actor known for his versatility across film & television. A New Jersey native, he has built a career spanning more than four decades. Pantoliano is widely recognized for memorable roles such as Cypher in The Matrix, Teddy in Memento, Ralph Cifaretto in The Sopranos, Francis Fratelli in The Goonies & Captain Conrad Howard in the Bad Boys franchise.

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**Lilly Wachowski**

***Writer, Director & Producer***
**Event: “Bound” 30th Anniversary Red Carpet Movie Screening I 6.7.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Writer & Director”***
Lilly Wachowski is an American filmmaker, writer, and producer best known for co-creating and directing the groundbreaking science-fiction franchise The Matrix alongside her sister, Lana Wachowski. Born on December 29, 1967, in Chicago, she has also co-created acclaimed works including Cloud Atlas, Jupiter Ascending, and the television series Sense8. Lilly publicly came out as transgender in 2016 and is recognized as a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ visibility in entertainment. Her work is celebrated for its innovative storytelling, visual style, and exploration of identity, freedom, and human connection.

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**Morgan Kohan**

***Actress***
**Event: “Holo” Red Carpet Short Film Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Claire”***
Morgan Kohan is a Canadian actress best known for playing Lillian Walsh in the Hallmark drama series *When Hope Calls* and Dr. Maggie Sullivan in the hit drama series *Sullivan's Crossing*. Born on December 30, 1993, in British Columbia, Canada, she trained at Randolph Academy's Triple Threat Program before transitioning from competitive dance to acting. Her screen credits include *Ransom*, *Batwoman*, *Star Trek: Discovery*, *Love on Harbor Island*, and *Kitty Mammas*. Kohan has become one of Canada's rising television stars, earning recognition for her leading roles in heartfelt drama series.

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**Shane West**

***Actor***
**Event: “Holo” Red Carpet Short Film Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Jared”***
Shane West is an American actor, musician & songwriter best known for playing Landon Carter in the hit romantic drama A Walk to Remember. He first gained recognition as Eli Sammler in the TV drama Once & Again and later became widely known for his roles as Dr. Ray Barnett in ER, Michael Bishop in Nikita & John Alden in Salem. In film, he has also appeared in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen & portrayed punk-rock singer Darby Crash in What We Do Is Secret. Alongside acting, West has been active in music, performing w/the reunited punk band The Germs.

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**Jamie Adams**

***Welsh Filmmaker***
**Event: “Only What We Carry” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I SVA Theater, NYC**
***“Director”***
Jamie Adams is a British independent filmmaker, writer, and producer known for his fast-paced, improvisational filmmaking style. He gained recognition with films such as *Black Mountain Poets* (2015), *Wild Honey Pie!* (2018), *Love Spreads* (2021), and *She Is Love* (2022).

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**Marc-Antoine Barrois**

***French Couture Fashion Designer***
**Event: “Only What We Carry” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I SVA Theater, NYC**
***“Producer”***
is a French fashion designer, couturier, and fragrance entrepreneur known for blending understated luxury with modern elegance. After training in fashion and working with renowned houses including Hermès and Dominique Sirop, he founded his own Paris-based couture house in 2009, specializing in bespoke menswear. He later expanded into niche perfumery through a celebrated collaboration with perfumer Quentin Bisch, launching acclaimed fragrances such as B683 and Ganymede. Today, his brand is recognized internationally for combining haute couture craftsmanship with innovative artistic perfumery.

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**Simon Pegg**

***English actor, comedian, producer, screenwriter, and director***
**Event: “Only What We Carry” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I SVA Theater, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Julien”***
Simon Pegg is an English actor, writer, comedian, and producer best known for blending comedy, science fiction, and action. He rose to fame as co-creator and star of the cult TV series *Spaced* and later co-wrote and starred in the acclaimed “Three Flavours Cornetto” films: Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, and The World's End. He is also widely recognized for playing Benji Dunn in the Mission: Impossible III and subsequent *Mission: Impossible* films, as well as Scotty in the modern Star Trek movies. Pegg is celebrated for his sharp wit, geek-culture appeal, and successful transition from British comedy to major Hollywood blockbusters

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**Sofia Boutella**

***Algerian model, actress, and dancer***
**Event: “Only What We Carry” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.6.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I SVA Theater, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Charlotte”***
Sofia Boutella is an Algerian-French actress, dancer, and model best known for transitioning from a successful dance career—including performing with Madonna and appearing in Nike campaigns—to becoming a leading action and sci-fi star. Born in Algiers, Algeria, she trained in dance and rhythmic gymnastics before breaking into acting with roles such as Gazelle in Kingsman: The Secret Service, Jaylah in Star Trek Beyond, Princess Ahmanet in The Mummy, and Kora in Rebel Moon. Known for her athleticism, screen presence, and action roles, she has established herself as one of Hollywood's most recognizable dancer-turned-actresses.

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**Asante Blackk**

***Actor***
**Event: “You Tryna’ Say You Love Me” Red Carpet Short Film Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Jerrod”***
Asante Blackk is an American actor best known for his breakout performance as young Kevin Richardson in the acclaimed Netflix miniseries *When They See Us* (2019). His powerful portrayal earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, making him one of the youngest nominees in the award's history.
Following that breakthrough, Blackk gained further recognition as Malik Hodges on the hit drama series *This Is Us*, where his performance earned additional critical praise & a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination.
His film credits include *Landscape with Invisible Hand* (2023) & *Story Ave* (2023) & he has also provided voice work for *The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder*

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**Malia Pyles**

***Actress***
**Event: “You Tryna’ Say You Love Me” Red Carpet Short Film Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Chloe”***
Malia Pyles (Cast Member / Role: Chloe) is an American actress best known for playing Minnie “Mouse” Honrada in the HBO Max/Max series Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (later subtitled *Summer School*). She previously had recurring roles as Sarah Baskets in Baskets and Parker Torres in Batwoman.
**Pyles has also spoken publicly about the importance of Filipina and LGBTQ+ representation in television, particularly through her work on *Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin*.**

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**Ty Molbak**

***Actor, Writer & Director & Producer***
**Event: “You Tryna’ Say You Love Me” Red Carpet Short Film Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Spring Studios, NYC**
***“Writer, Director & Producer”***
2026 romantic drama short film written and directed by Ty Molbak. The story follows Jerrod, a freshman college athlete struggling with grief after the loss of his mother and a career-altering shoulder injury, and Chloe, a classmate from his philosophy seminar. During a late-night study break, their conversation evolves into a deeply personal exploration of love, language, vulnerability, and emotional expression.
Ty Molbak is an American actor, director, and filmmaker who was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, and on Whidbey Island, Washington. He trained as a ballet dancer before earning a B.F.A. in Acting from Rutgers University's Mason Gross School of the Arts.
**Molbak has appeared in films such as the Damien Chazelle-directed Babylon, Next Exit, and Immortality. His television credits include Katy Keene and *PBC*.**
**On stage, he has performed Off-Broadway in The Sabbath Girl and appeared in productions of Richard II and Henry IV, Part 1 at Shakespeare's Globe.**

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**Annabelle Attanasio**

***Actress, Writer & Filmmaker***
**Event: “Lucy Schulman” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Village East by Angelika, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Eden”***
Annabelle Attanasio is an American actress, writer, and director best known for playing Cable McCrory on the CBS legal drama *Bull* (2016–2018). Born in Los Angeles on May 11, 1993, she is the daughter of television producers and filmmakers Paul Attanasio and Katie Jacobs.
**Attanasio first gained attention with roles in the TV series The Knick and the Netflix film Barry before becoming a series regular on *Bull*. In 2018, she left the show to focus on filmmaking.**
As a filmmaker, she wrote and directed the acclaimed independent drama Mickey and the Bear, which premiered at SXSW in 2019 and established her as a promising writer-director. She has also directed several short films, including *Frankie Keeps Talking* and *Safe Space*.

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**David Cross**

***Stand-Up Comedian, Actor, Writer & Director***
**Event: “Lucy Schulman” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Village East by Angelika, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: Peter”***
David Cross is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer best known for his sharp, satirical comedy and influential work in television. He gained cult status as co-creator and star of the HBO sketch comedy series *Mr. Show with Bob and David* alongside Bob Odenkirk and became widely recognized for portraying Tobias Fünke in the acclaimed sitcom Arrested Development.
Beyond stand-up and television, Cross has appeared in numerous films, including the *Alvin and the Chipmunks* franchise as Ian Hawke, Scary Movie 2, and has provided voice work for animated hits such as Kung Fu Panda and Megamind. He is an Emmy Award-winning writer and has released several acclaimed stand-up specials and comedy albums.

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**Ellie Sachs**

***Filmmaker, Writer, and Actress***
**Event: “Lucy Schulman” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Village East by Angelika, NYC**
***“Writer, Director & Cast Member/Role: Lucy Schulman”***
Lucy Schulman is an upcoming American comedy-drama and coming-of-age film written, directed by, and starring Ellie Sachs. The story follows Lucy, a woman in her late twenties who, after a painful breakup, moves back in with her eccentric father and navigates dating, friendship, and self-discovery in New York City.
Ellie Sachs is a NYC based actor, writer, director & filmmaker who has emerged as a notable voice in independent comedy & coming-of-age storytelling. She is best known for creating, writing, directing & starring in projects that blend humor w/personal & relatable life experiences.
Sachs 1st gained attention with the acclaimed short film *Proof of Concept* (2023), which premiered at the Tribeca Festival & was later acquired by *The New Yorker*. She also co-created & starred in the comedy series *Ad World* and has hosted the food-focused web series *Where Should I Eat* for Time Out New York.

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**Thomas Mann**

***Actor***
**Event: “Lucy Schulman” Red Carpet Movie Premiere I 6.5.2026**
**Location: Tribeca Film Festival I Village East by Angelika, NYC**
***“Cast Member/Role: James”***
Thomas Mann is an American film and television actor known for his mix of comedic, dramatic, and coming-of-age roles. Born on September 27, 1991, in Portland, Oregon, and raised in Dallas, Texas, he moved to California as a teenager to pursue acting.
Mann first gained attention as Thomas Kub in the hit teen comedy *Project X* (2012), which launched his film career. He went on to star in *Me and Earl and the Dying Girl* (2015), earning widespread praise for his performance as Greg Gaines, a high school student navigating friendship, illness, and growing up.
His other notable film credits include Kong: Skull Island, Beautiful Creatures, Fun Size, The Highwaymen, Lady and the Tramp, and Halloween Kills. On television, he appeared in the HBO series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty and the Apple TV+ miniseries Lessons in Chemistry.

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**La La Anthony**

***TV personality, Actress, Producer, Author, and Entrepreneur***
**Event: Time 100 Gala I 4.23.2026**
**Location:** **Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall, Manhattan, NYC**
**VIP Guest Attendee**
Multi-hyphenate entertainment figure who first rose to fame in the early 2000s as an MTV VJ on *Total Request Live*. She transitioned into acting and producing, becoming widely recognized for her role as Lakeisha Grant on the hit Starz series *Power*.
**She has appeared in movies like *Think Like a Man* and shows including *BMF* and *The Chi*, along with headlining VH1 shows like *La La’s Full Court Wedding* and reunion specials.**
Most recently, she hosted the Met Gala red carpet livestream for the 6th consecutive year (2026), reinforcing her status in fashion/media and continues acting in TV (notably *BMF*) and developing new projects, including a Hulu series (*Group Chat*).

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**Mashama Bailey**

***Chef and Restaurateur***
**Event: Time 100 Gala I 4.23.2026**
**Location:** **Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall, Manhattan, NYC**
**2026 Time 100 Most Influential People Honoree**
Named to the 2026 Time Magazine Most Influential People List, Mashama is one of the most respected chefs in the U.S., known for blending Southern cuisine with history, storytelling, and fine-dining technique.
She has received the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Southeast (one of the highest honors in U.S. food), named one of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs (2015) & Co-authored of the book Black, White, and The Grey
She is the Executive Chef and co-owner of “The Grey” in Savannah, GA and most recently “L’Arrêt by The Grey”, which opened in Paris, France in 2025. Her menu is known for its Foie gras with Southern twists, fresh seafood rooted in coastal Georgia traditions, seasonal vegetables treated with elevated technique, and much more…

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**Allan Houston**

***Former NBA Player “NY Knicks”***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
**Former NBA All-Star guard and longtime executive with the New York Knicks.**
Houston starred at the University of Tennessee, where he became one of the school’s all-time leading scorers under his father, coach Wade Houston. He was selected 11th overall in the 1993 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons and later signed with the Knicks in 1996.
Known for one of the smoothest mid-range jump shots of his era, Houston earned two NBA All-Star selections (2000, 2001) and helped lead the Knicks to the 1999 NBA Finals. He also hit one of the most famous shots in franchise history—a series-clinching jumper against the Miami Heat in the 1999 playoffs.
**Internationally, Houston was part of Team USA’s gold medal-winning squad at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.**
**He is also the founder of FISLL Brand: a premium lifestyle and streetwear brand. The brand blends sports culture, faith, purpose, and clean fashion aesthetics.**

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**Ashley Keiko**

***Singer/Songwriter & Saxophonist***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
Ashley Keiko is a saxophonist, composer, singer/songwriter and entrepreneur who has studied classical piano, alto saxophone, and has taught music for many years. Ashley has performed at major venues such as the Apollo Theater in New York City and Wollongong University in Australia. She has also performed for Steve Harvey, on the nationally syndicated TV game show, Family Feud. Most recently, Ashley has toured cross-country with Grammy nominated singer/songwriter and musician, El DeBarge at the Hyatt Newport Beach Summer Concert Series, the ONE Music Festival and the R&B Groove Thang Concert Series at the Eaglebank Arena, Arie Crown Theater and the Stifel Theatre.
**Since the opening of her music academy in 2018, she has been featured on** **Now This News**, **PIX 11 News** **and has been recognized by both of Ashley’s alma maters.**

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**AU Hogan**

***Chief of Streets at Life Camp Inc***.
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
Queens City Council Appointee. Mr. Hogan was born and raised in Queens and has spent over thirty years serving and investing in his local community. Between getting his BA at York College and his masters at Queens College, Mr. Hogan began his career working for NYC Parks and Recreation before pivoting to education. For the last ten years, Mr. Hogan has worked at Life Camp, a non-profit dedicated to providing youth and families that have been impacted by violence tools they need to stay in school and out of the criminal justice system. Mr. Hogan served as Assistant Executive Director and Chief Team Leader before taking on his current role as Chief of Streets. Through his work at Life Camp, Mr. Hogan has created a burgeoning community police partnership with the goal of improving public safety.

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**Greg Nice**

***Hip Hop Artist***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
American hip-hop MC best known as one half of the duo Nice & Smooth, alongside Smooth B. Emerging from the late ’80s golden era of hip-hop, Greg Nice became famous for his energetic delivery, playful wordplay, and instantly recognizable voice.
**Notable tracks include: “Funky For You”, “Sometimes I Rhyme Slow” and “Hip Hop Junkies”**

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**Kurtis Blow**

***Hip Hop Artist***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
**One of the original pioneers of hip-hop and the first rapper to sign with a major label. His impact on the early music industry helped turn rap from a local Bronx movement into a global phenomenon.**
**Some of his notable tracks include: “The Breaks”, “Christmas Rappin’”, “Basketball”, “AJ”, “If I Ruled The World” and much more…**
**He is also the co-founder behind the Hip Hop Alliance, along with Chuck D and KRS-One**
**A nonprofit focused on using hip-hop culture as a force for positive change**

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**Leon**

***Actor, Singer & Producer***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
Actor, singer (Leon & The Peoples), and producer, famously known for his roles in "Cool Runnings", "Five Heartbeats", "Above The Rim" , "Waiting To Exhale", "The Temptations”, “Little Richard” & much more… One of his *most recent acting projects* announced is his role in the legal thriller Wildcards, where he is both starring and producing alongside actors like Elise Neal and Aries Spears
**Leon is also currently the lead singer of the reggae ensemble “Leon and The Peoples”**

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**Melle Mel**

***Hip Hop Artist***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
Born in the Bronx, NY, Melle Mel is one of the most influential early voices in hip-hop. He rose to fame as the lead MC of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, helping define the transition of rap from party rhymes to socially conscious storytelling.
**In 2007, he became one of the first rappers inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as part of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five.**
**Some Notable hits include “The Message”, “White Lines”, “The Adventures of Grandmaster Flash on the Wheels of Steel.” and much more..**

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**Tanto Metro**

***Dancehall/Reggae Music Artist***
**Event: 4th Annual Par4Peace Celebrity & Charity Golf Tournament presented by Life Camp Inc. I 4.20.2026**
**Location: North Shore Towers & Country Club, Queens, NYC**
**Jamaican dancehall and reggae artist best known as one half of the duo Tanto Metro and Devonte, alongside Devonte.**
**Their breakout track Everyone Falls in Love became a global dancehall anthem in the late ’90s, crossing into mainstream charts and still getting play today.**
**Other Notable Songs include: “Say Wooee”, “Give It to Her” and “Got News for You”**

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**Bevy Smith**

***Radio personality, television personality & Businesswoman***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
**She's known for her pop culture, fashion, and entertainment expertise, and has worked with outlets like Bravo, VH1, and E! Entertainment.**
**She is best known for co‑hosting *Fashion Queens*, her SiriusXM radio show “Bevelations,” and her memoir *Bevelations: Lessons from a Mutha, Auntie, Bestie*.**

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**Eric B**

***Hip Hop Music Artist, Producer, Business Mogul & Talk Show Host***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
**Rapper, record producer, and DJ from New York City. One half of the golden age hip hop duo Eric B. & Rakim, he formed the group in 1986 and served as its primary producer and DJ.**
**Their debut album,** ***Paid in Full*** **(1987) was named the greatest** **hip hop** **album of all time by** **MTV** **in 2006,and the duo were nominated in 2011 for induction into the** **Rock and Roll Hall of Fame**.

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**Dave Huie aka Two Dollar Dave**

***CEO & Founder of Vio/k Marketing Group, PowHERful. UNK NBA & Founding Partner of DADA &*** ***Erika Lynn Huie Downs Foundation***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**

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**Leon**

***Actor, Singer, Music & Film Producer***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
**Notable Films: The Five Heartbeats, Cool Runnings, Above The Rim, Waiting To Exhale, Little Richard and more..**
**Leon is also the lead singer of the reggae ensemble “Leon and The Peoples”**
**One of his *most recent acting projects* announced is his role in the legal thriller Wildcards, where he is both starring and producing alongside actors like Elise Neal and Aries Spears**

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**Melle Mel**

***Hip Hop Artist & member of The Furious Five***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
Pioneering hip-hop MC best known as the lead rapper of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five. He is widely regarded as one of the first rappers to bring social commentary and lyrical storytelling into hip-hop.
**In 2007, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five became the first hip-hop group inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.**
**Notable Hits Include: The Message, White Lines, Beat Street Breakdown and much more,**

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**Sean Ringgold**

**Actor**
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
**Presently, Sean can be seen starring as Junior Duncan in the hit TV Series “The Family Business” airing on BET Plus: Previous roles include:**
**- Notorious: He portrayed Suge Knight (CEO of Death Row Records)**
**- Power and Power Book II: Ghost Known for portraying Councilman Rashad Tate’s brother, Kamaal Tate, a high-ranking NYPD officer.**
**- American Gangster – Appeared in the crime drama starring Denzel Washington.**
**- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit – Guest role.**
**- Luke Cage – Appeared in the Marvel series set in Harlem.**
**Fun Fact: Sean is married to Emmy Award Winning News Correspondent, Nicole Johnson of Pix11 NY**

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**Sunny Hostin**

***Attorney, Author & Co-Host of “The View” on ABC***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
Lawyer, journalist, and television personality. She is best known as a co-host on The View, where she provides commentary on current events, politics, and social issues. Prior to her work on television, she was a federal prosecutor and a legal analyst, appearing on networks such as CNN and MSNBC.
Sunny is also an author and has written books that often focus on personal stories, legal experiences, and social justice. She is recognized for her advocacy on issues related to civil rights, gender equality, and criminal justice reform.

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**Tarana Burke**

***Founder of The Me Too Movement***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
Activist best known for founding the MeToo movement in 2006, which aims to support survivors of sexual violence and raise awareness about sexual harassment and assault. She started the movement to empower women, particularly women of color, by giving them a platform to share their experiences and build solidarity.
Burke has also worked extensively in youth development and social justice advocacy, focusing on marginalized communities. She has received widespread recognition for her activism, including awards and honors for her contributions to social change.
**In 2018, Tarana was included in the TIME100 list of the world’s most influential people.**

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**Whitney White**

***Actress, Director & Musician***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
Obie and Lilly Award-winning director, actor, and musician recognized for her work in theater, including the Tony-nominated Jaja’s African Hair Braiding (2024). She is widely respected in the contemporary American theatre scene for blending music, storytelling, and classical works like Shakespeae,
**Recipient of the Susan Stroman Directing Award and participant in the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative.**
**Associate Artist at the Roundabout Theatre Company and Associate Director with the Shakespeare Theatre Company.**
**Acting Credits Include: Ocean’s 8, Louie and The Playboy Club**
Directing & Creative Work includes: *Macbeth in Stride, Our Dear Dead Drug Lord, The Amen Corner and Liberation*

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**Yolonda Ross**

***Actress, Writer & Director***
**Event: National Cares Mentoring Movement “For The Love of Our Children Gala” & 80th Bday Celebration for Susan L. Taylor l 3.2.2026**
**Location: The Ziegfeld Ballroom, NYC**
She began her career with roles in TV shows like *New York Undercover* & *Third Watch*. Her breakthrough came with the leading role in the HBO film *Stranger Inside* (2001), earning her a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Debut Performance. She also received another Independent Spirit Award nomination for *Go for Sisters* (2013).
**In 2015, she appeared in the biographical film *Whitney*, playing Robyn Crawford — Whitney Houston’s friend & assistant**
**She has had recurring TV roles on *Treme*, *How to Get Away with Murder* & is a series regular in the Showtime series *The Chi*, portraying Jada Washington**
**In April 2025 she appeared as a guest star on *Will Trent*.**

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**Danessa Myricks**

***Celebrity MUA, Photographer, Educator & Founder/CEO of Danessa Myricks Beauty***
**Event: Sergio Hudson 10yr Anniversary Fashion Show I NYFW l 2.13.2026**
**Location: New York Public Library, NYC**
**Danessa Myricks Beauty, a global cosmetics brand celebrated for its innovative, high performance, and truly inclusive products.**
She began her career without formal training — originally working in publishing and later teaching herself makeup artistry, photography, and product formulation while balancing life as a single mother. Her hands-on experimentation with pigments and creative techniques quickly gained attention, leading to professional artistry work, collaborations with major beauty companies, and global teaching opportunities.
In 2015 she launched *Danessa Myricks Beauty*, a brand built on the belief that makeup should be accessible, versatile, and empowering for all skin tones and creative styles. Her products — many multifunctional and artisanal in spirit — have garnered a devoted following among both professional makeup artists and everyday consumers and are carried in major retailers like Sephora.

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Sergio Hudson

Luxury Fashion Designer

Event: Sergio Hudson 10yr Anniversary Fashion Show I NYFW l 2.13.2026

Location: New York Public Library, NYC

South Carolina born American luxury fashion designer known for his sharp tailoring, bold colors, and modern power dressing aesthetic. His designs celebrate confidence, structure, and femininity, often blending classic silhouettes with contemporary edge.

His breakout moment came In 2021 when he Designed Vice President Kamala Harris’ purple coat and dress and dressed Michelle Obama, who wore a plum Sergio Hudson suit that went viral from the Presidential Inauguration.

He frequently dresses celebrities including: Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Tracee Ellis Ross, Regina King, Keke Palmer and much more…

In 2013 He was the winner of the Bravo fashion competition series Styled to Rock, a show hosted by Rihanna that challenged designers to create looks for musical artists and celebrities.

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