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Special Guests appearing on The Gigi
Iam Show: Gigi Iam - is irresistible, incredibly
beautiful and multi-talented, the lovely and sensational producer and host of The Gigi Iam Show.
The Gigi Iam Show is an entertainment, film and music talk show series with Gigi Iam bringing it to you like nobody else can. Airing regularly on Comcast cable television. Producing the hippest 'Edutainment' Entertainment for today's generation and generations to come. A wonderful and exciting show. Fun for the whole family. The BUZZ is on! The BIZ is on! With the gift-of-gab, the lovely and sensational Gigi Iam is not just articulate, but a prodigy as a speaker. This new comer is raising, surrounded by glowing light bringing with her fresh air and inspiration. A Producer, Talk Show Host, Actress and Singer, Gigi Iam is doing it and doing it good. Gigi is collaborating with other entertainment industry artists, to bring together a powerful networking community of talented, skilled and committed professionals. With her sights set on Prime Time, Internet and the Big Screen, Gigi Iam is making her way bringing a message of empowerment, spirit and love. The Gigi Iam Show reaches more than 100,000 households throughout Southern California and is increasing rapidly worldwide, airing regularly on Comcast channel 24 and in Inglewood on channel 35. Inspiring higher learning, positive thinking and living through educational entertainment communication expression in the area's of television, music, film, poetry, comedy, theater, books, writing and more. This is a dynamic, exciting, fun, intimate, hip and upscale program. Gigi says her chosen mentor is Oprah Winfrey. The Gigi Iam Show has an original concept that other shows are not doing, bringing empowerment, quality and style to fulfill necessary viewer needs combined with love, spirit and loads of exciting enjoyable energy. The format is dynamic. The Gigi Iam Show is quickly expanding, building a solid foundation, taking it to the next level going global to reach a wider audience. Some of the shows Spot-Light guests include:
Howard Hewett - born
October 1, 1955 in Akron, Ohio and relocated to Los Angeles as a teenager.
Growing up to be an international star, Howard Hewett is America's super soul R&B singing sensation,
and living legend.
According to one Rolling Stone writer, Howard Hewett
is the premier vocalist in the post - Marvin Gaye era of romantic pop.
Like Gaye, Hewett soars to new heights and seduces his audience. It
is no wonder he's responsible for selling some ten million records;
his voice is irresistible.
It's Time, Hewett's debut release for Caliber Records, is, according to Hewett, "the first project molded out of my own mind. I'm in charge of the sound and comfortable with the feelings. Those feelings are all about romance. This is the first record that's completely me."
Hewett first burst on the scene as lead singer of Shalamar, the successful post - disco group which topped the charts in both the U.S. and U. K. "Second Time Around," featuring Howard, was a near two - million seller. "For the Lover in You,"
co-written by Hewett and reinterpreted in It's Time, was another major hit. "Dancing in the Sheets," "A Night to Remember" are just a few more of the Hewett - led smash hits that Shalamar enjoyed as a group.
In the mid-eighties, Howard's solo career rocketed. The first single released on his own, I'm For Real," zoomed to number one. A series of hits followed, such as "Stay," "I Commit to Love," "Strange Relationship," "Once, Twice, Three Times," and "Show Me."
What's more, his original "Say Amen" earned the status of a modern gospel classic, enjoying across the board airplay. And his recorded duets with Anita Baker, Dionne Warwick, Brenda Russell and Stacy Lattisaw won critical accolades.
"Of all the fine singers working today," artist/songwriter Babyface has said, "Howard Hewett is among the finest."
Born in Akron, Ohio, he led his older sisters in the Hewett Singers, a group who played the big-time gospel circuit while Howard was still a pre-teen.
"Spirituality," he says, "is at the heart of my music. Real romance is always spiritual."
The majority of songs on It's Time are Hewett originals. "How Do I Know I Love You?" co-written with long-time collaborator/producer Monty Seward, has the feeling of a time proven standard. And in the one instance when he interprets a motif made famous by another, Marvin Gaye's "Just To Keep You Satisfied," Howard proves himself more than capable of meeting the challenge.
"Just as I believe that I can't compromise romance," says Hewett "I can't compromise my music. I want songs like 'This Love's Forever,' 'On and On' and 'Your Body Needs Healing' to disclose secrets about myself and expose my heart.
"I want to be clear -- 'Crystal Clear' is the name of the song -- about how I need love. Ballads seem to express that need best. That's why I'm thrilled that It's Time is about ballads, ballads and more ballads."
Given the resurgence of romantic pop, It's Time is right on time, certain to gain Howard Hewett new affection and appreciation from an ever-widening audience hungry for great songs from a great singer.
Marques K.
Johnson - born
February 8, 1956. Marques Johnson's family moved to Los
Angeles when
he was young and, urged on by his father, he became a high school
basketball
star. Recruited by more than 200 colleges, he elected to stay at
home with
UCLA. Under Coach John Wooden, Johnson was a substitute
forward in
his freshman year. Johnson started as a sophomore in 1974-75 at UCLA and
went on
to win the NCAA championship. In his junior year, Johnson came
into his
own. The 6-foot-7, 225-pounder used quick, agile moves around the basket
and an
accurate short-range jump shot to average 17.3 points. In his final
season at
UCLA, 1976-77, his average was 21.4 and he also had more than 10
rebounds a
game. He was a consensus All-American and a unanimous player of
the year
selection. Johnson was on the NBA All-Rookie team with the
Milwaukee
Bucks, with a 19.5 point-per-game average, and he scored more than
20 points
a game in each of the next three seasons. The Bucks traded him to the
Los
Angeles Clippers in 1984, but he was named the league's comeback
player of
the year when he scored 20.3 points a game in 1985-86. Johnson played
only 10
games in 1986-87 and he retired for two seasons. After a brief comeback
with the
Golden State Warriors in 1989, he retired for good. In his eleven
NBA
seasons, Johnson scored 13,892 points, an average of 20.1 per game.
Johnson
appeared in several movies, including White Men Can't
Jump, then
became a basketball analyst for the Seattle Supersonics and is
currently
a sports analyst for Fox Sports, as well as an
Actor. Two of his sons, Kris and
Josiah,
wore their father's old number 54 while playing
for
UCLA. Talk about generational wealth, wow!
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T Smith, III - Is a former Stand-up Comedian, who is a Writer/Producer
of such shows as Moesha starring Brandy, The Parkers starring
Mo'Nique,
Countress Vaughn, and Dorien Wilson, The Proud Family starring
voice
actors Kyla Pratt as Penny Proud -- a young actress who has played Dr.
Dolittle's
youngest daughter, Maya; Oscar Proud, Penny's father voice by Tommy
Davidson, a comedian who has worked with Jim Carrey, Spike Lee, and the
Wayans Brothers; other voices are Paula Jai Parker, Jo Marie Payton, Tara
Strong, Karen
Malina White, Alisa Reyes, Orlando Brown, and Soleil Frye Moon. T
Smith's most recent project is 2nd Time Around" starring Boris Kodjoe as
Jackson Muse, Nicole Ari Parker as Ryan Muse, Brian J. White as Nigel Muse,
Danielle Nicolet as Paula and Melissa De Sousa as Coco. Boris and Nicole
play a couple and are a real life couple. T Smith is currently working on
the life story of NBC's The Today Show Host, Television Personality,
Best-Selling Author, Entrepreneur and America's Most Loved Weatherman Al Roker.
T Smith is a bright shining example of how to accomplish much and become
successful.
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Lanier Edwards - Former
successful working actor and stuntman for the past 13 years, and football Player.
Lanier Edwards said his life changed when he met a brother at the "Real Men
Cooks" fund raiser event with a desert called "Peach Delight." Lanier tasted it and
was blessed by Jerome with the secret recipe. Four years later
Lanier Edwards opened his business "Heavenly Delights"
featuring
"Peach Delight" and it has had a whirlwind effect
that's been happening ever since, with everything from constant repeat orders to
people claiming to be addicted to the desert. What are the ingredients? He
won't tell. "It's a secret." No one can resist his "Peach Delight." As an actor
Lanier Edwards has worked with such notables as Will Smith , Chuck Norris, Nia
Long of Third Watch, The Best Man, Big Momma's House, Soul Food, Love Jones, The
Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Eddie Griffith of Undercover Brother, Stand-Up HBO,
and much more. Lanier Edwards is an Entrepreneur taking his "Peach Delight" to
new heights.
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Shout 4 The 80's - Shout is
quickly becoming America's premier tribute 80's dance band. The group was formed
from a background of pure entertainment and showmanship. The origin of the band
goes back over 10 years, when touring guitar player
Manchester Nick met lead singer Toni Currie
in London. After Toni had played a sold-out show with England's number one
Queen tribute band,
The Royal Family, Nick was so impressed with the
performance, that he suggested that Toni expand his horizons by coming
to America and forming the ultimate dance tribute band that is now
Shout.
Band members include Toni Currie lead vocals and synth, Manchester Nick
on guitar and synth, Dez Digital on keys and Flash Jordan on drums. They
are touring worldwide.
Marsha Douglas - A graduate of the University of
Maryland, Bowie Campus, Marsha Douglas is a professional dancer and
actress. Marsha is busy working in the entertainment industry with celebrities
such as
Jim Carey, Harrison Ford, Alan Payne, Elise Neal and
Cedric the Entertainer. Marsha Douglas was also a
principal dancer and the winner on the television show Dance
360. Some of her other television credits include
The Young & Restless, Half and Half, Boomtown, ER and The
Wire. Marsha Douglas is the Miss Mid-Atlantic
Pageant Title from 2001, the Jet Beauty of the
Week early
2005. Other work include voice-over work and theater,
recently playing the role of Liz in the Musical
Gospel Changing Brandy. Marsha Douglas runs
her own business B.M.S. Promotions, travels worldwide and gives
training seminars. Currently Marsha
Douglas is
on her way to Europe to perform. D'Sean Ross - Comedian extraordinaire performing at all the L.A. smaller and major clubs. Traveling on the road to perform in Chicago, Atlanta, and Nevada. With plans to break into television, movies and film, there is no slowing down for D'Sean Ross anytime soon. D'Sean Ross has opened for Steve Harvey and others, you can catch D'Sean Ross on Comic View coming out soon. Watch for him. Dr. Mawiyah Clayborne,
PhD -
Everything you want is within your reach! How to use Love Power -
even
more effective than Brain Power. How to Remember Your Bliss
written by
Dr. Mawiyah Clayborne
provides a wealth of valuable reference points to hearten you, to strengthen you,
to empower you, and to encourage you. Dr. Mawiyah Clayborne has dedicated her
life to helping others discover their own true Bliss, joy and
fulfillment. A natural educator, Dr. Clayborne earned a Ph.D. in
Human Development Educational Psychology at the university level. In 1973 she
was personally trained by
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in
The Science of Creative Intelligence and
The Transcendental Meditation Program.
She also studied other stress reduction and transformational technologies.
In 1992 she received funding from the
National Institutes of Health
to support her research into
Transcendental Meditation, hypertension and anger. Dr. Mawiyah
Clayborne currently teaches the TM program, is writing and also is
a practitioner in a healing modality of the ancient science of
Ayurvedic medicine. Dr. Clayborne is the Director of
Creative Visions International in Beverly Hills,
California.
Bishop Edward R. Turner
- The
Founder of Community Day and founding Pastor of Power of Love Christian
Fellowship. Bishop Edward R. Turner has a
Masters
Degree in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from California
Christian Institute, a Ph.D. in Ministry from Friends
International Christian University and is currently a candidate for the
Executive MBA Program at the Marshall School of
Business at the
University of Southern California. He is also a graduate of the
Morris
Cerullo World Evangelish School of Ministry and has completed one year
of the
Crenshaw Christian Center Ministers Training Institute Program.
Bishop
Turner was ordained to the office of Bishop in May 1995. Bishop
Turner has
been appointed to the position of Field Deputy to Sheriff Leroy
Baca, Los Angeles, County. The Los Angeles County
Sheriff's Department is the largest Sheriff Department in the
United
States. Bishop Turner functions as liaison for the Los Angeles
County
Sheriff Clergy community with the goal of 1000 churches throughout the
County of
Los Angeles as well as advisor for the VIDA Youth
Program. Bishop Turner serves as chairman and founder of
Helping
Our People Excel for Life Foundation (H.O.P.E.), a non-profit
community
based organization. Bishop Turner says that Community Day serves
the under-represented segment of our population in a variety of ways.
During each Community Day, families are allowed to receive as much food as they
can carry away, along with new clothing, shoes, health care services, and
employment opportunities. Community Day is also a venue for entrepreneurs to
showcase their goods and services to the community and to network with one
another. Employers and prospective employees are brought together with on-site
interviews and job offers. Bishop Turner adds we are proud to have
'renters' come to the information seminar on home buying and leave away as
homeowners! As the young people started out 'serving the less fortunate' they remain a
vital part of Community Day! Our youth now have their own open forum
where they can hear keynote messages geared for their age group and an open forum
to express their concerns and receive vital information as well as showcase
their talents and gifts in a wholesome and positive environment. Community Day is an annual event
established to share with our community many of the necessities of life they are
lacking-namely food and clothing, and to also provide available resources demonstrating
a mutual responsiblity and societal interdependence for the less
fortunate. But Community Day is more than that! Community Day also brings
established entrepreneurs offering a myriad of goods and services to
this annual event-some offering automobiles, employment, health care and much, much
more. Community Day has become a highly anticipated event in the
community. The next Community Day event will be in
2006!
Sharlotte Gibson
- An acclaimed singer-songwriter- performer. This Los Angeles-based musician has
done it
all. Whether Sharlotte Gibson is lending
supporting
vocals to such artists as Whitney Houston or Mariah Carey, or leading
her band
Sharlotte's Web through a tight set of original tunes, Sharlotte has
made quite
an impression on the music world. Sharlotte has worked with some
of the
best and brightest in the record business. Beginning in 1995 singing
with R
& B artist Brandy, Sharlotte quickly made an
impression
with industry heavyweights, landing her the role of supporting vocalists
for
superstar Whitney Houston's world tour. She soon
followed with
gigs supporting such greats as Luther Vandross, Patti Austin,
Celine
Dion, Al Green and Snoop Dogg, among
others. And
it's been going non-stop ever since. Sharlotte quickly began performing
on
television with artists like Beyonce Knowles,
Mary J. Blige, Berlin, Liz Phair and many others. Career
Highlights: Supporting vocalist for Whitney Houston-
March
'97 to 2005 presently. Currently preparing for tour with
Houston, Natalie Cole and Dionne Warwick.
Supporting
vocalist on Jay~Z's The Black
Album.
Supporting vocalist on Queen Latifah's upcoming
album. Supporting vocalist for Mariah Carey- Sept. '01 to Nov.' 02. Supporting
vocalist for Berlin- '99 to 2000. Supporting vocalist for recording or television
appearances by artists such as; Beyonce, Mary J. Blige, Liz Phair, Chaka
Khan, Maya, Michelle Branch, Joan Osbourne, Toni Braxton, Yolanda Adams, Brian
McKnight, Mandy Moore, Jessica Simpson, Luther
Vandross, Eric
Benet, Patti Austin, Barry White, Al Jarreau, Tevin Campbell, Kenny
Latimore,
Lisa Stansfield, Gloria Gaynor, Celine Dion, Monica,
Queen
Latifah, Tupac Shakur, Snoop Dogg, BeBe and CeCe
Winans, Lou
Rawls, Ashford and Simpson, Kelly Clarkson and others.
Appeared
on many television shows and broadcast performances, including; VH-1
Divas '99, '03 and '04, The Gigi Iam. Show '05, and Quincy Jones' "We Are The
Future" Project, 2004 A Tribute To Heroes- Sept 21, 2001 Motown 45 Live, MTV
Music Awards Lady Of Soul Awards TRL on MTV, David Letterman and Jay Leno.
Sharlotte Gibson also CO-Wrote and recorded the Emmy- nominated theme song for
"The Ellen Degeneres Show" seen daily on
NBC
and Oxygen.
Kisha Oglesby -
A veteran dramatic and comedic actress of stage,
television
and film. Kisha Oglesby a lead in Before
it Hits
Home, Playwright Cheryl L. West at
the
Coleman and Smith Artistic Company. BEFORE IT HITS HOME is the story of
Wendel Bailey, a
man who tries to come home again after being diagnosed with AIDS.
Through the eyes of Wendel's two lovers and the lives of those in his family home,
we see Wendel's struggle to find strength and comfort. However, the only
support and love Wendel finds during his final days comes from an unexpected source
- his
previously stern, disapproving father. The Bailey family always believed
in
tradition, pride and integrity. But, along with a deadly disease, lies
and
deception have crept into their lives. Will the family be destroyed? Or
will
they reunite...Kisha Oglesby is explosive, dramatic and funny as
Maybelle. Another current play that Kisha stars
in is Twelve Angry Women,
director Rosemarie Smith also an alumna
of
Howard University. Performances are at the
Pilot
Light Theater.
Johnny Cox Jr.
- Writer, Director and Producer of his own original
Gospel play productions, is preparing to tour with his latest
Muscial Gospel, Changing Brandy. It all started with his
original Gospel play, The Storm Is Over, which
Johnny Cox Jr. first staged out of the church he has been a member of
for over ten years and is Decon at, the Good Shepherd Baptist
Church
in Los Angeles. Expanding on his creation and moving on, staging his
production at the West Angeles Performing Art Theater
Johnny Cox Jr. is building a name for himself and avid followers of his work
which he says is his ministry. Changing Brandy is a spin-off of his Gospel
play The Storm Is Over, and Johnny Cox Jr. has just penned the screen
version of Changing Brandy and it is currently in the possession of
ABC DISNEY. Johnny will also be bringing
his production in the near future to the famed Wilshire Ebel Theater
in California.
Emmett Dunlap Jr. -
In a very short time, Emmett Dunlap Jr.
has made his pressence known in
Los Angeles, California. Arriving from Vancouver, British Columbia,
Canada, barely two years ago, where he ran a successful business,
he began making inroads with some of the cities most influential
business people. Seeing a lack of opportunity for those 70 to 100
million people in the United States without a
bank account, Mr Dunlap created and co-founded the
Magic Cash Visa Debit Card.
With the support of Mr. Earving Magic Johnson
and numerous others, the card is scheduled for nationwide release very
soon. Mr. Dunlap is continuing to work within the community on numerous projects.
He was recently named "Ambassador" for the West Valley Black Chamber of
Commerce, and has created a project entitled "Coincidence" and
Pennies 4 Education,
a nationwide campaign that will create
awareness and financial returns for inner city schools and black owned
businesses. Mr. Dunlap looks forward to working with individuals and
business entities to continue to uplift our community. Mr. Dunlap mentions
Mr. Muhammad Nasreen and RBD
as great supporters.
Michael Pierre Marks -
A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Michael Marks
has lived in southern California for nearly seven years. His interest in filmmaking began while he was still in high school. At the time, his older sister, Tanya, was a student at Florida A&M University majoring in Theatre. When his mom suggested that he use the family’s camcorder to record Tanya’s performances, Michael readily agreed. Immediately after recording and viewing his videotape from Tanya’s first play, Michael knew that filmmaking was the profession he was destined to pursue.
After graduating from Westlake High School, he enrolled at Georgia State University and, in 1995, received the Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications (Film and Video). While a student at GSU, Michael met and befriended Christopher Odom (Director of Photography) who was also a Communications major.
Two weeks after graduating from GSU, Michael went to work as a staff/production assistant on the feature film “Rosewood”, where he gained invaluable first-hand exposure to filmmaking. His involvement in the day-to-day operations of this first-class production provided the kind of experience he could never have received in a classroom setting.
Michael initially wrote "Angel of Hate" as a feature film script three years ago, and immediately submitted copies to production company executives for their consideration. Last year, after several failed contract proposals, he decided to condense the script and produce a short film himself.
After many hours of preparation, Michael finally began production of the film with the shooting of the first scene Friday, January 16, 2004. The last scene was filmed Sunday, January 25.
The finished product is the culmination of many hours of hard work by the cast, crew, and others who were involved with the production of the film.
Alison Mills Newman - Author/Producer/Actress/Executive Producer of the
Feature Film “Virgin Again.” Alison Newman is an intense dramatic
actress with perfect comedic timing. She is exciting to watch on the big screen and in person. Telling a story of temptation and triumph, she leaves the audience wanting more. Alison Newman studied four years at the American Theatre of Being, under the direction of the late Frank Silvera. Doing theatre work, and plays with Mya Angelou, Beah Richards (nominated for Academy Award) and others who grew out of this theatre with success.
Guest-starring roles at the age of twelve, on John Forsythe
television series, Love Boat. Star of television special along with
John Wayne, Valerie Harper,” Rap-Up." Regular on two national TV
series. Historical TV series on
NBC "JULIA" starring Diahann Carroll. Performed as Carol Deering...
and also CBS, "THE LESLIE UGGAMS SHOW", playing regular costarring role
as Oletha, Leslie's hippie sister. Starred in independent film, "Aint Nobody Slick" directed by husband, the late Francisco Toscono Newman, about the struggles of Angela Davis. A film documentary/drama. Executive producer, co-writer, co-star of
"VIRGIN AGAIN" ninety minute feature film about the woman caught in adultery, encountering Christ in the present-urban setting. Author of "The Confessions of St. Augustine" a play written
about the life of St.Augustine, produced at the Perris Community
Theatre, in Perris California. Author of the book, "Franciscio" a
recommended reading list on the New York Times. This book was included
in the classes of professors at Columbia, UCLA, and USC. This
book can be studied and learned about by reading an article written
by UCLA professor, Harriet Mullen (look up Harriet Mullen, on the
internet for more information)This professor interviewed Francisco
Toscono Newman before he passed, and wrote an essay comparing Ntsokae
Shange to the writing of Alison Mills. Alison Mills Newman, poet,
writer, mother of five children, ordained minister of the gospel and
more... An amazing woman.
Shawnee and Shawnelle Gibbs -
The Gibbs twins are Award Winning Animators/Filmmakers/Directors “Adopted By Aliens.” These two Oakland
natives, San Francisco State Cinema graduates have written and produced
several short films that have screened and won awards at festivals
throughout the United States. The two have contributed to projects
for BET, MTV, Bravo and NBC since their move to Los Angeles last year.
These two have been collaborating on projects ever since they were children.
They have written and directed several short films and animations including
the Award-Winning, “Ravishing Raspberry.” Shawnee and Shawnelle are
currently working on their animated web series, Adopted By Aliens.
The sisters are also writing a live-action feature screenplay they're
just calling "funny" for now. The Gibbs sisters’ ultimate goal is to write
and direct for both the big and small screen.
Richard Chew - Bi-Coastal Actor, “Law and Order: Trial By Jury” and “As The World Turns,”
is working on both the East and West Coast, living in New York and
traveling to California with a twinkle in his eye. Some of his other work include "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,"
"Made in China," and "A Ghetto Story."
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