LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
By Anthony Ewart, Associate Editor
As we prepare for the National Launch of Hollywood Weekly Magazine in January 2019, we want to take this opportunity to thank all of our readers for taking this 20 year journey with us to reach this historic moment in our Publication. On January 29th Hollywood Weekly Magazine will be in 630 Barnes & Noble stores across the country. If you were wondering whether there's a Barnes & Noble in Anchorage, Alaska, there is -- and we're going to be there! Our December Cover and Feature Story is Lika Osipova, Founder and Producer of Miss Russian Los Angeles Beauty and Talent Show. This remarkable Model and Business Owner received a "Role Model of the Year" Award from the city of West Hollywood for her efforts to harmoniously bring together different cultures in Los Angeles. Janel Parrish of "Pretty Little Liars" discusses the passion and beautiful message in her new film "Tiger," which also deals with cultural acceptance and tolerance. Our new Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray, is showing how positive social change can be made on a grassroots level, by simply interacting with people hungry for human connection. Although, with her new Title and Global Visibility, she'll no longer be just another volunteer helping improve the lives of children in need. Catriona Gray is going to make a difference in this Universe. We're proud to share her story. We have three Featured Artists: Simo Liu, Allois and Pasqual Bettio. Three incredible Artists from different parts of the world changing the landscape of art in Los Angeles with their unique perspectives. Then we have renaissance man Victor Migalchan, who's made it his mission to merge the poetic beauty of martial arts and the entertainment business. Victor, who's also a writer, profiles actor Nicolas Coster for HW; an actor with a passion for social responsibility. From EarthWater, our new sponsor on HW T.V., we have an interview with Dr. Liza Leal, their Medical Advisor, who talks about the importance of proper hydration. There's a reason EarthWater is our Official water. I predict a shift in your drinking products after you read Dr. Leal's article. We wish you, our Loyal Readers, a healthy, happy and prosperous 2019. We could not have achieved our National Launch and expansion without YOU.
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