Times Square Gossip

Eric Traub With Gianni Russo Manhattan - Famed actor/singer Gianni Russo, best known for his role as Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather, had a surprise guest during his singing performance on Wednesday night at the swanky midtown restaurant and lounge Beautique. Russo, who is a favorite regular at the venue, invited 15-year-old Eric Traub of Woodcliff Lake, NJ to be part of his show. Traub, an aspiring young singer, sang Bill Wither’s “Ain’t No Sunshine” and Eric Clapton’s “Wonderful Tonight”. Although only a freshman in High School, the young Traub impressed the adult crowd with his rendition of the classic songs and received a standing ovation from the packed house.

**** THE LONG ISLAND GOSSIP **** Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano At a Nassau County Press Conference with Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano and Bruce Yamali of Dover Caterers, they introduced healthy eating vending machines at Long Island Schools. This seems to be the new wave out in my old stomping grounds Nassau County. MARILYN MONROE IN LONG ISLAND! A Tribute was held on the 50th Anniversary of Marilyn Monroes Death at Maliblue in Lido Beach, Long Island. Marilyn Monroe spent lots of time and summers on Long Island. Butch Yamali, President of the Dover Catering Group attended this event.  A candlelight vigil was held by fans and local residents on the famed beach. A special  screening of "Candle in the Wind" took place to commemorate the Fiftieth Anniversary of the death of the movie goddess.  Marilyn Monroe look-a-likes adorned the event. Marilyn had visited Long Island several times and spent many summers by the be...