Times Square Gossip

  Francesca Agostinelli The patriotic wife and husband, Francesca and Robert Agostinelli, attended the magnificent black tie dinner and event, “American Valor: A Salute to Our Heroes,” at The Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington DC.   The American Veterans Center’s Emmy-winning program heralds the stories of our country’s greatest and most courageous servicemen and women from World War II to the present day.  They included veterans of D-Day, The Tuskegee Airmen, Rosie the Riveters, the last Vietnam “Flying Ace” General Steve Ritchie and U.S. Navy Seals. Their inspiring and unforgettable stories were narrated by celebrities such as Scarlett Johansson, Tom Cruise, Bradley Cooper, Morgan Freeman and Clint Eastwood.   Francesca And Robert Agostinelli The Agostinellis, who are long-standing sponsors of this esteemed red carpet awards event, are committed to raising national awareness of these dedications and sacrifices in the name of freedom… and the preservation of our God ...

Michael Urie WASHINGTON — The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts presents How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, produced as a part of Broadway Center Stage—a Kennedy Center–produced series of musicals in semi-staged concerts, conceived and executive produced by Jeffrey Finn. Skylar Astin And Betsy Wolfe The Tony Award® and Pulitzer Prize–winning musical lampooning life on the corporate ladder stars Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect) as J. Pierrepont Finch, Betsy Wolfe (Waitress, Falsettos) as Rosemary Pilkington, Michael Urie (Ugly Betty, Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Hamlet) in as Bud Frump, John Bolton (Anastasia, A Christmas Story) as Mr. Bratt, John Michael Higgins (Pitch Perfect, Best in Show) as J.B. Biggley, Joaquina Kalukango (The Color Purple) as Smitty, Tony Award® winner Michael McGrath (She Loves Me, Nice Work If You Can Get It) as Mr. Twimble and Wally Womper, Becki Newton (Ugly Betty) as Hedy La Rue, and D.C. favorite Nova Y. ...

**** NEW YORK CITY NIGHTLIFE Story By: James Edstrom **** Congessswoman Carolyn Maloney With James Edstrom PR Guru Todd Shapiro With Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Last night was one wild night on Central Park South, at the home of PR Powerhouse Todd Shapiro. Todd threw a bash to celebrate the summer in New York City and The Hampton's, and it was standing room only. If fact, so many people showed up for this event, we had to form a line outside and wait for people to leave so others could come in. And of course, I helped man the velvet ropes. Master Sushi Chefs prepared the food as stunning servers catered to the every need of the power players of NYC. This was one great dining experience.  But as always, the highlight of our very ultra private after party, was sitting down with Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney. The last time I saw Carolyn was a few months ago in Washington DC, and we flew back to New York City together on a mutual friends p...

**** WALTER MCBRIDE IN WASHINGTON DC **** Sharon Stone Psy Megan Hilty Katy Perry Hayden Panettiere Emily Mortimer Elizabeth Banks Claire Danes Carol Alt Anna Wintour Barry Diller Willie Robertson Arianna Huffington Al Sharpton George Stephanopoulos With Alexandra Wentworth The 2013 White House Correspondents Association Dinner was held at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC the other night. Photos By: Walter McBride / Retna Ltd.

**** FIRST LADY FASHION **** First Lady Michelle Obama With President Barack Obama First Lady Michelle Obama sparkled in Forevermark Diamonds at the 57th Inaugural Ball last night in Washington, DC.  ABOUT FOREVERMARK Every Forevermark diamond is inscribed with a promise; a promise that it is beautiful, rare and responsible sourced. Less than one per cent of the world’s diamonds are eligible to become a Forevermark diamond and be inscribed with the Forevermark icon and individual number. Forevermark is a diamond brand from the De Beers group of companies and as such, benefits from over 120 years of diamond expertise. Forevermark diamonds are carefully selected and come from sources committed to high standards; are beautifully crafted by a select group of diamantaires; and are exclusively available in select jewellers. FOREVERMARK INSCRIPTION & GRADING Less than one per cent of the world’s diamonds are eligible to become a Foreverma...

**** STARS WITH A HEART **** Mary Amons Real Housewives of DC star, Mary Amons, continues her philanthropic efforts by becoming the national spokesperson for tix4cause.com , a company with a big idea and a big heart. tix4cause is a cause-based entertainment e-marketplace that links purchasers to over 10 million live entertainment tickets to sports music and theatre events across the country. A purchase through tix4cause allows ticket seekers to find the tickets they want and make their purchase benefit the cause of their choice at no extra cost. Now people looking for tickets to any event across the country have literally millions of ways to enjoy themselves and help a cause when they make that purchase through tix4cause. By making tix4cause. the first place they look before they go out they’re able to do the things they love and make a difference at the same time - all at a competitive price. And membership is free so it’s quick and easy for charities to ...

NAS Last night Hennessy took over THE PARK in DC and presented NAS in concert. Nas came straight from his NYC concert and took the stage and had his fans in a frenzy.  Photo Courtesy Of:: Jeff Dormeus