Viola Overlooked, Once Again

Viola Davis just can’t catch a break when it comes to winning Best Actress or Best Supporting Actress at neither the Golden Globes, nor the Academy Awards. This woman is beyond talented so why for the love of exceptional acting won’t these committees realize her true potential and reward her with what she so deserves. I don’t know how many were as disappointed as I was when Davis’ name wasn’t announced as Best Actress winner on Sunday night, but can you imagine how she felt losing out twice in a row in the same category to the same person, despite how great Meryl Streep is. Urghh!

I’m actually quite overwhelmed by it all. The fact that this film as well as Viola’s performance received so much hype both positively and negatively. And for the sake of the negativity surrounding her role in “The Help,” I Continue reading “Viola Overlooked, Once Again”

Stars face-off: Sofia, Kerry & Kate

   Sofia Vergara struck a pose in a curve-hugging scarlet Vera Wang creation, which she accessorized with stunning Colombian earrings. Kerry Washington chose a crimson strapless Zuhair Murad gown with a matching Jimmy Choo clutch and shoes for the big night. Kate Winslet added a Roger Vivier clutch and Cartier diamonds to her formfitting Elie Saab gown.  Continue reading Stars face-off: Sofia, Kerry & Kate

Spotlight – Chanel Iman

Meet Chanel Iman Robinson, an American fashion model most notable as a Victoria’s Secret ‘angel’, and as the youngest and most successful high fashion model of her time. Chanel was born in Atlanta, Georgia to an African American father and mother (who is also half Korean), but grew up in Los Angeles, California. She was named after fashion icon Coco Chanel, and supermodel Iman.

Chanel began modelling at the age of 13. She entered and won the 2006 Ford’s Supermodel of the World contest held in New York, and later signed a contract with the agency. In May 2007, Iman Continue reading “Spotlight – Chanel Iman”