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THE DEATH AND LIFE OF MARSHA P. JOHNSON This is a must watch movie to learn about gay history and the fight for equal rights. Marsha P. Johnson was one of the icons of the gay rights movement in the 1960s, the self-described "street queen" of NY's gay ghetto, and founded the Transvestites Action Revolutionaries with fellow luminary Sylvia Rivera. When Johnson's body was found in the Hudson River in 1992, police called it a suicide and didn't investigate. In David France's new documentary, trans activist Victoria Cruz seeks to uncover the truth of her death while celebrating her legacy. Victoria Cruz is amazing in this documentary. As she works to uncover what happened to Marsha P. Johnson, it brings back so many memories of the old gay scene in NYC and what is was like to be gay in the 70's and 80's.  I knew gay life from a different viewpoint. I was down at the piers, I watched the prostitution on West 10th street, but the diffe...

Marina Marina looked stunning when she was photographed visiting New York City's BUILD SERIES the other day. She really knows how to flaunt summer fashion! Photo By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

Charli XCX Charli XCX: Live from the Artists Den World Pride at Pier 17 the other day in New York City. We just love her bright summer fashion. Photo By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

Maria Fishel New York philanthropist, Maria Fishel, recently returned from a trip to Madrid, Spain, where she received an honorable grant from the Imperial Order of Carlos V. The highly regarded diploma is awarded in observance of the statutes of the Spanish Herald Society and the School of Arms, by order of the Grand Master. Maria and her husband and company CEO, Kenneth Fishel, run Renaissance Properties, a family-run New York based real estate organization. The luxury real estate agency has distinguished itself as one of New York’s premier family-owned real estate firms for over a half a century. With over one million square feet of prime commercial and luxury residential space in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Southern Florida, where it owns the state-of-the-art Class A Aventura Corporate Center, Renaissance prides itself on bringing the highest level of comfort and modern technology within the most elegant build-outs; which provide the best living spaces and the fastest ser...

Southampton Inn WHERE TO STAY Southampton Inn Plan your summer vacation at the Southampton Inn! The Southampton Inn is classic, unassuming and utterly charming. The Inn offers the personal attention of a bed & breakfast with the services of a hotel. The 90 guest rooms, all with slightly different decor, offer individual temperature control, sparkling tiled bathrooms, refrigerators, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The grounds consist of several acres of manicured lawns and gardens, with amenities that everyone can enjoy, including a 50-foot heated outdoor pool, an all-weather tennis court, croquet and volleyball, a Game Room for all ages, and Claude's Restaurant. The Inn is surrounded by magnificent estates, historic homes, museums, galleries, unique shops and some of the finest restaurants in the world-famous Hamptons. The Inn also has a complimentary, seasonal polka dotted shuttle that takes guests to the #1 rated Coopers Beach, just one mile from the Inn’s...

Dog The Bounty Hunter With James Edstrom & Beth Chapman I am very sad on the news of Beth Chapman's death. I really liked her. A few times when Dog The Bounty Hunter and Beth came to New York City, I got the honor to hang out with them. We had dinner with a great crowd of friends and had more laughs than I can remember. We also happened to be on FOX News the same night and we took pictures of them taking me away in handcuffs. So much fun. Beth Chapman died of stage II throat cancer after a diagnosis in 2017. “It’s 5:32 in Hawaii, this is the time she would wake up to go hike Koko Head mountain,” her husband Duane “Dog” Chapman tweeted Wednesday. “Only today, she hiked the stairway to heaven. We all love you, Beth. See you on the other side.” A rep for the Chapmans tells PEOPLE, “Beth died at 5:32 this morning, the same time she would wake up to go hiking Koko Head. The exact same time. She was surrounded by family and Dog was there, holding her hand.” ...

Gypsy Fun Trio The legendary Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar presents the one and only “Gypsy’s Dream” by renowned actor, model, singer, and dancer duo Tatiana & Alexander Fursenko. The pair, who are winners of the Russian President's National Award for Contribution to the Theatre and Film Industry, premiers with their first show on Friday, June 28 at 9:00pm. A show will be held every Friday until Labor Day weekend. The one-hour show will include classic Gypsy ballads and dancers, as well as a guitarist, violinist, and an accordion/piano player from the Gypsy Fun Trio (Andrey Solodenko, Valery Zhmud and Sergey Pobedinsky). Said Russian Samovar manager Vlada Von Shats, “The incredible sound of the gypsies will touch your soul.” Alexander Fursenko, who is an alumnus of Moscow Theatre and Music University, is an actor of "Taganka Theater" and holds more than 60 roles in movies and theaters. He is also an accomplished singer and tap-dancer. Tatiana ...

Lesley Visser, Sports Legend Honoree & Ann Liguori Ann Liguori hosted her 21st Annual Ann Liguori Foundation Charity Golf Classic at Westhampton Country Club, benefitting cancer research, prevention and care. It was the event’s 21st straight sell-out. Bill McCuddy With Ann Liguori Tommy Foster This year’s honorees were Sportscasting Legend Lesley Visser, NFL Hall of Famer/Media division and long-time reporter for CBS Sports; Business Honoree Robert Bicocchi, Senior Property Manager, CBRE; and Music Honoree Steve Azar, hit singer-songwriter, musician and philanthropist. The popular tournament, played every year at a prestigious club in The Hamptons, featured a premium goodie bag including PeakVision Sunglasses, Greg Norman shirt, Imperial headwear, Weatherman umbrella, Dune Jewelry ball markers, Swing Lube, StaminaPro, and BARE Republic Mineral Sunscreen. The day included brunch, golf, cocktails, dinner and entertainment by Steve Azar, Gary Valentine and...

Steve Dunleavy With Geraldo Rivera It is a very sad day for us old time media reporters. NY Post legend Steve Dunleavy has died in his Long Beach Long Island home at 81.  Dunleavy was the last of the old time hard drinking newsman. I spent a lot of time with Steve in our hangout Langans and partying around New York City going from party to party.  We had many adventures. I remember a few of them. Geraldo Rivera I remember had a boat cruise around Manhattan. We got ripped. Dunleavy was working at A Current Affair then. At the end of the cruise I asked Dunleavy to pose with the handicapped kids in wheelchairs that were on the cruise. He sat on their laps and they loved it. We left the docks together. He wanted to go to Current Affair studios at FOX 5 and I was so drunk I could not remember where they were. We got into a cab and Dunleavy passed out. I kept trying to wake him up to tell the cab driver where the studio was, to no avail.  The cab I had cruising...

Rick's Cabaret NYC Rick’s Cabaret New York is the world famous gentlemen's club in midtown Manhattan known for its beautiful dancers, luxurious setting, and warm hospitality. It is not unusual to find pro athletes and celebrities sitting in the VIP Champagne Lounge or ringside near the main stage. The Rick's Cabaret Girls are in the July 4th mood, and they are busting out with patriotic pride, celebrating Independence Day with a week-long party from July 1st through July 5th. The three-story club features over 100 alluring entertainers and will offer drink specials, including an Independence Day holiday cocktail. “July 4th is my favorite holiday because I am so proud to live in this great country,” proclaimed Rick's Cabaret Girl KellyAnne. Rick's Cabaret Girl Natalia said, “I came to America all the way from Australia, and I really love and respect the United States. Dancing and enjoying the beautiful girls at Rick’s Cabaret is a wonderful expre...

Seth MacFarlane Family Guy and American Dad creator Seth MacFarlane was all smiles today when he visited The Build Series in New York City. Photo By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

Tom Holland With Jacob Batalon & Zendaya The cast of Spider-Man: Far From Home, Tom Holland, Zendaya and Jacob Batalon participate in the ceremonial lighting of the Empire State Building today in New York City. Photo By Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

Joe Biden Visits Stonewall ABC NEWS -- Joe Biden paid a visit Tuesday to the Stonewall Inn ahead of the 50th anniversary of an uprising that helped spark the gay rights movement. The 2020 Democratic presidential candidate and former vice president spent about 30 minutes at the New York City tavern. He mingled with patrons, went behind the bar and took selfies with visitors. "When people had the courage to come out and stand up and speak, say who they were, all of a sudden people realized, 'Whoa, these folks are just like me,'" Biden said. "And I'm really proud of the folks in here and the courage it took for what they did." READ MORE HERE. Courtesy Of ABC / Disney

Jean Shafiroff And Paul McCartney Philanthropist and society sweetheart, Jean Shafiroff was spotted chatting to Paul McCartney of the Beatles at the Jewish Board Gala recently. Jean Shafiroff And Martin Shafiroff Paul McCartney’s lovely wife Nancy McCartney was honored along with David Moore and Jean Troubh at the event which raised over $3.3 million . Approximately 500 people attended the glamorous event at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. David River (Exe. Director) With Jean Shafiroff And David Moore Jean Shafiroff is a long time board member of the Jewish Board. In 2013 she was honored by the charity at a similar event to this year’s gala. The Jewish Board is the premiere mental health charity in New York. Each year it serves over 50,000 New Yorker's from all backgrounds. Photos By Owen Hoffman / Patrick McMullan