Hotspots! January 20, 2022 (Issue 3702)

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Issue 02 - Jan.20 - Feb.2, 2022

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Pix: Hotspots Art Gallery with Dennis Dean | Feature: Remembering Betty White Feature: Selling Tampa Exclusive Interview with Juwana & Gabriel | Feature: Celebrities Tattoos | Feature: Santino Fontana | Feature: Men of West Hollywood Out with Scott / What’s Hot | Scott Holland’s Guide to Events • Pix: Smart Ride Check Presentation • Feature: Tattoo Maintenance • Feature: Best Ink! Top 10 | Pix: Palace Saturdays • Hotspots Hotties: Billy Shaw • Hot Places • Hot Eats • Deep Inside Hollywood • Hot Bodies • Hot Advice

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OUT WITH SCOTT

Pride Skate

By Scott Holland

Hotspots Art Gallery with Dennis Dean

On Wednesday, Jan 5, was Pride Skate at Xtreme Action Park and once again the crowds came out for this fun monthly event to Skate, drink, hear the music of DJ T-Pro, and the talents of Rianna Petrone.

On Saturday, January 8, Hotspots/Happening Out Art Gallery with Dennis Dean presented our opening reception featuring Art photography, acrylic, mixedmedia & alcohol ink art, sculptures, fashion and live models. The artists featured were Axel Martinez, Joseph Skarzynski, Dennis Dean, Enrique Cirino, Diane Lublinski, Ted Davis and Sam Alex clothing. It was a great opening with well over 100 people attending.

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Smart Ride Check Presentation

On Sunday, January 9, The Smart Ride presented their Check Distribution Party at Hunters Nightclub to all their beneficiary's. Also on Sunday, 321/Slammer presented Ray Dalton's Fornication Tour starring adult male performers Jake Mitchell, Nicholai

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Jimmy Cohen’s Day Spa

Icon, Brad Casey. Also, on Friday and then again on Saturday Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manors presented RuPaul's Drag Race's Kennedy Davenport in their 8:30pm and 10:30pm shows.

Island City Stage

On Saturday, Jan 15, Le Boy celebrated their 7th Anniversary. The night starred DJ Richie Rich and a free buffet

by Chef Victor Lords.

Archer, Huck Dicosta and Luke Morrison.

On Tuesday, January 11, Island City Stage presented a behind the red curtain free public forum: “Bias and Racism in our Culture - How Do We Evolve?” This was a timely discussion prior to the theater's World Premiere of Andrew Kramer's Armature, a Political Thriller.

On Thursday, January 13, Jimmy Cohen's Day Spa celebrated their 3rd anniversary featuring great specials and a raffle package giveaway.

On Friday, January 14, The Pride Center at Equality Park presented a Celebration of Life for Fort Lauderdale

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WHAT’S HOT WHO•WHAT•WHEN•WHERE

By Scott Holland

JAN 20 - FEB 02

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Empire Stage Thursday, January 20 Empire Stage presents Drag 101 starring Delighted Tobehere as seen on America's Got Talent from today until January 30 on Thur, Fri, Sat, and Sun. She'll pull from her over 20 years of experience to give you a behind the scenes look at the world of drag!

Personal stories, gossip, pro tips, how-to's, audience participation, side splitting comedy, and yes, 100% live singing entertainment! Everything that happens in a drag dressing room happens on stage right before your very eyes. Tickets are $35, but $30 When You Use Promo Code “EMPIRE” by calling 954-678-1496 or by going online to: EmpireStage.com.

My Hollywood Pride Sunday, January 22 The Hollywood LGBTQ+ Council presents the inaugural “My Hollywood Pride” from 1pm to 12am in Downtown Hollywood.

Velvet Lenore, Miss Florida F.I. at Large, will be the hostess and the event will feature lots of entertainment including Joey Young, DJ Citizen Jane, Damian Lenore, Daisy Deadpetals, Melony Munro (Miss Florida F.I.) and much more! For more information go to Myhollywoodpride.com HotWorks.org Presents, the Original 16th Boca Raton Fine Art Show takes place today and tomorrow, Sunday, Jan 23 outdoors at Sanborn Square Park and surrounding

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Ignite enrichment and fostering art education among youth. Artist List and Map of the event online -at: artsandeducationinc.org/events/bocaraton-fine-art-show/artist-list-layout/

Boca Raton Fine Art Show streets (72 N. Federal Highway). This show is voted in the top 100 art shows in America, and is a professionally juried fine art and fine craft show – all artwork is original and personally handmade in America by the artist in the show! All artwork is for sale to the public in all discipline – paintings, sculpture, clay, glass, fiber, wood, jewelry, photography and more – the link for the artists will be up week of the show. The event hours are 10am to 5pm both days and admission is free, with Optional Donation which supports Institute for the Arts & Education, a 501c3 non-profit organization with focus on visual arts, cultural diversity, community

Wednesday, January 26 From today through January 30 follow the light to IGNITE, Broward's new familyfriendly immersive art experience showcasing exciting interactive light and video installations by leading contemporary artists and designers. Sitespecific artworks will illuminate and activate locations in Fort Lauderdale and Dania Beach. Admission to all Ignite Broward art experiences and talks is free and open to the public. Featured artists are David Carson, Susan Narduli, Edison Peñafiel, Marcel Andristyak, and Glowing Bulbs. For more information, visit ArtsCalendar.com/Ignite.

Thursday, January 27 The MDGLCC presents the 10th Annual "State of Our Community" EXPOsure Luncheon at the Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay from 11am to 2pm. Don't miss this unique opportunity to network with fellow attendees and listen to their speakers talk about their 2022 plans & its impact to the LGBT community. Guest speakers will include the mayors of various

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Dean Trantalis municipalities and leaders of local organizations defending LGBTQ equality.

For more information or to purchase tickets, go to: gaybizmiami.com/events.

The Wilton Manors Business Association (WMBA) invites everyone to their quarterly luncheon from 11:45amm to 1pm. This quarter join them at Bonas Italian Restaurant for a choice of five chef inspired entrees. RSVP online at WiltonManorsbusinessassociation.com Island City Stage presents the world premiere of Andrew Kramer's political thriller “Armature” from today until February 27. Racism, homophobia, eroticism and self-hatred are part of this political mystery thriller. Armature is a searing story of love, lust and betrayal. A

“burning” is the undercurrent of this gripping drama of which the Armature Bar is at the epicenter. The play connects the stories of two sexy, troubled gay men and a Black family whose matriarch is running for political office. Armature features and ensemble cast including Karen Stephens as Blythe, Matthew Salas as Evan, Michael Ford as Shod, and Yesenia Ozuna as Monica. Joining them is Kent Chambers Wilson (Mama) and Keith Wade (Denson). Island City Stage is located at 2304 N. Dixie Highway in Wilton Manors.

Tickets start at $35 per show. For more information and tickets, please visit islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email md@islandcitystage.org The Downtown Council Breakfast featuring Mayor Dean Trantalis takes place today with networking: 7:30am - 8am, and breakfast:

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8am - 9am at the Tower Club Fort Lauderdale (100 se third avenue…one financial plaza, regions bank bldg. 28th floor). The cost is members $30, and non-members: $35 at ftlchamber.com.

Friday, January 28 Netflix presents Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. This show consist of six 30-minute episodes where JVN lets his curiosity lead the way as he roves from wigs to bugs, to skyscrapers and gender expression in this new series chock-full of experts and special guests. Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness is an unabashedly smart and quirky exploration into topics and questions that make Jonathan curious. From skyscrapers to bugs, or from gender identity to snacks, each episode follows Jonathan as he meets with experts in various fields to

uncover complexities in a wide range of subjects.

Revry premieres STEAM! The Musical, which is a contemporary Western about the conductor of a tourist steam train who deserts his boyfriend for a wild night with a real-life outlaw. STEAM! The Musical, which premieres at 9pm, stars Broadway actor Coby Getzug (Broadway/National Tour: The Book of Mormon (Elder Cunningham), Spring Awakening (Moritz) who is currently starring in the National Tour of The Band's Visit as well as Barrett Riggins, and Liam Cronin.

LeBoy presents Pole Master and Templo live on stage teaching the boys new tricks all night long. If you can't catch them today, you are in luck, as they will be at LeBoy tomorrow also, Saturday, January 29.

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Black History Month: History Fort Lauderdale Saturday, January 29 The Eagle Wilton Manors invites everyone to their annual Mr. Eagle contest tonight at 7pm.

For more information, go to EaglebarWM.com Sunday, January 30 Monarch is a multi-generational musical drama about America's first family of country music starring Susan Sarandon, Anna Friel, Trace Adkins and Beth Ditto. The series will premiere on FOX. Tuesday, February 1 In celebration of Black History Month, History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community's past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “60 Years of Black Art,” a fine art exhibit featuring works for show and sale from Dillard Center for the Arts' Advanced Placement (AP) students, from February 1 – 28.

The exhibit, curated by instructor Celestin Joseph, represents historical and contemporary themes of equality from the perspective of students at the very school that was instrumental in overturning segregation

Monarch laws in the City of Fort Lauderdale 51 years ago. The exhibit will be open to the public at the New River Inn building of History Fort Lauderdale and will be accessible as a digital experience on History Fort Lauderdale's YouTube channel. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org.

Wednesday, February 2 Hotspots Magazine and Happening Out TV presents “Love Skate” at Xtreme Action Park from 7-10pm. Pride Skate, which takes place the first Wednesday of every month is a fundraiser for Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride Parade and street festival. The event features DJ T-Pro mix, divas Velvet Lenore and Rianna Petrone, skating, and a full liquor bar. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to: Xtremeactionpark.com/stonewall-prideskate-nights.

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Friend 'Til the End:

By Mikey Rox

Last Thanksgiving, I spent by myself. I live in my van and travel full time as a roaming nomad, and I wasn't near anyone special to celebrate. Naturally, I was in my feels, lonely on a holiday. So I published this to Facebook: "Need something to be thankful for today? We're less than two months away from Betty White's 100th birthday."

Current events considered, that post didn't age well over the course of a few weeks; certainly not as well as its subject had over the course of her lifetime.

I know what you're thinking: I killed Betty White. Of course I didn't, but when the news broke of the legendary actress's passing on New Year's Eve, I felt guilty for perhaps jinxing her chances of achieving centenarian status with my premature hopefulness.

Thankfully, I'm not superstitious. The fact is, Betty White was old. Ninety-nine years old. It was her time.

There was something else I felt when I read TMZ's report the morning of 2021's last hurrah: Cheated.

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A Final Farewell to Betty White

– to see America's grandmother reach a milestone birthday that less than 1% of the human population reaches. Nobody deserved it more than Betty herself, but we deserved it too. Still, her last-day-of-theyear death wasn't altogether surprising.

Chalk it up to one more way the 2020s are royally fucking us.

Blue-check Twitter user Qasim Rashid, Esq. managed to soften some of that blow, however. Hours after Betty's death started trending, he offered a virtual Band-Aid for our collective hearts with this (unedited) tweet: "On one hand she was 99 years 348 days old when she died. On the other hand she lived through 24 leap years, i.e.

24 extra days. All I'm saying is mathematically, it arguably checks out that she lived 100 years and 7 days."

That declaration is hereby official as far as I'm concerned.

Digging a little deeper, what was it about Betty White that endeared us to her – perhaps more than any other Golden Girl our queer community quotes, imitates and venerates?

That she was the last one left? Her singular dedication to animal welfare? Her

Guinness World Record for the longest working person in television? Those inevitable appearances on our lazy Sunday game show rerun marathons? Or maybe it was the way she played Rose Nyland with such believable naivety.

There's something to the latter.

Betty played plenty of memorable TV characters before Rose: The title character on "Life With Elizabeth," where she made history as the first female producer of a sitcom in the 1950s; perpetually perky Sue Ann Nivens on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show"; and Ellen Harper Jackson on "Mama's Family."

But Rose was different than any character Betty had taken on before – and that's exactly why she chose to play her.

Any homo worth his salt knows that Betty originally was offered the role of Blanche, and Rose was meant for Rue McClanahan.

her friends, she was bawdy, a little bit crude at times. She enjoyed vodka and hot dogs. During World War II, she drove a PX truck as a member of the American Women's Voluntary Services. She never had a single acting lesson.

While those first few characteristics make her relatable, especially for a celebrity who's been a celebrity the entirety of most people's lives still living on this planet, it's the last detail that stands out for me. She never had a single acting lesson because she didn't need one. She was a natural, but she also was genuine. We saw it and we felt it, in our homes and in our hearts, decade after decade. We didn't have to meet her in person to know that, unequivocally, if we threw a party, invited everyone we knew, we would see…

You know where I'm going with this. Betty White – thank you for being our friend.

The former didn't want to play another iteration of sex-charged Sue Ann – the part she was most famous for before the 1985 premiere of "The Golden Girls" – nor did McClanahan want to regurgitate the sweetbut-scatterbrained Vivian Harmon, whom she played on Bea Arthur's previous vehicle "Maude." So they switched. And none of us can imagine it any other way.

"The Golden Girls" was popular among queers then and now because we see ourselves in them. Among our own friends, we know a Sophia, Blanche, Dorothy and Rose. We personally identify ourselves as one of those character types as well. Or a blend of two or more. Me? I'm a quickwitted, smart-mouthed Dorothy-Sophia hybrid. Proudly.

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Mikey Rox is an award-winning journalist and LGBT lifestyle expert whose work has been published in more than 100 outlets across the world. Connect with Mikey on Instagram @mikeyroxtravels

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Tattoo

Maintenance

By S. Elfman

You've decided to get a tattoo. You have the perfect design, know where you want to put it and where you want to go get it. Is there anything else you need to know? Yes! Hotspots spoke with Miguel Valentin from Inkaddictiontat2 on Wilton Drive to learn about tattoo prep and maintenance.

Is there any special prep you need to do before you get a tattoo?

We suggest getting a good night's sleep, eating something before your appointment and staying hydrated. We also will not tattoo anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

We also provide a free consultation with an artist prior to your tattoo, where we discuss your tattoo ideas, images, size and placement of your tattoo. On occasion we do walk in tattoos (when available), but we prefer to plan it out, especially with bigger projects!

Are there areas of your body that are better for tattoos, so you get less fading?

So, tattoos' worst enemy is the sun! The 2-3 weeks after getting tattooed is very important. Any sun exposure during this time will fade the tattoo. After the healing process we recommend the highest sunblock to protect it!! So, to answer the question directly, a part of the body that gets less sun exposure is ideally the best place to get tattooed when it comes to possible fading.

How do you take care of your tattoo afterwards? and for how long?

We offer a clear, breathable, self-adhesive bandage as our aftercare protocol. This bandage stays on for 24 hours, then is removed. The tattoo is washed then a second bandage is reapplied. That second bandage stays on for 4 more days! This aftercare bandage keeps the tattoo clean, and the body's own plasma works as a moisturizer to prevent any scabbing. After the 5-day initial period the bandage is removed (in the shower), the tattoo is washed and a non-scented lotion is suggested for the following 5 days. Wash the tattoo (anti-bacterial soap) and apply the lotion once or twice a day!

How often do you need to get your tattoo touched up?

If our instructions are followed, then there should not be a need for any touch ups for years to come! (In the special case of cover up tattoos, we always let our clients know that it will be more than one session!)

Ink Addiction Tattoo 2028 E Oakland Park Blvd.

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Selling Tampa

Exclusive Interview with Juwana & Gabriel

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For those of you who haven't had the chance to see Netflix's newest series in the growing Selling franchise, Selling Tampa, it is time to check it out. This Florida-based spinoff follows the owner and agents of the all Black, all female firm, Allure Realty.

Allure Realty is owned by military vet Sharelle Rosado, and has its eyes set on dominating the Suncoast. These ladies are equally as fun as they are fiercely ambitious, with all of them vying to be on top of the lavish world of luxury waterfront real estate. Sharelle has big plans for her brokerage and won't let anyone or anything get in the way of making her dreams a reality.

In addition to Rosado, the cast includes Alexis Williams, Anne-Sophie Petit, Colony Reeves, Juawana Colbert, Karla Giorgio, Rena Frazier and Tennille Moore.

The only person you don't see in Selling Tampa, except for in the background in a couple episodes is their very sexy out Chief Marketing Officer, Gabriel Antonio. It was a pleasure to sit down with Gabriel and Juawana for this exclusive Hotspots interview:

How long have each of you been in the Real Estate business and when did each of you start with Allure Realty?

J – I have been indirectly in the re business for about 15 years, and I have been with Allure for 2 1/2 years.

G- I am the CMO and I have been with Allure since the beginning of 2020. Before this, I was in the music industry for 12 years.

Other than Sharelle, who do you get along with the best and the least at Allure Realty and why?

J – I don't know if I can pick one, but I get along with Gabrielle and Tennille, and the least everybody else.

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along with everybody so I can't pick anyone.

(Alexis the least according to Juawana).

How is it working with an all-Female Realtor team?

J – I think it is like a sisterhood, but in all families, you have disagreements. But its also empowering to work with women who look like you. It helps elevate you as you want to be just as good as them or better.

G – Its inspirational and its awesome seeing them grow from the beginning. It's also great to see business booming.

What's the best and worst thing about being in Realty?

J – The best this is the potential to make as much money as your able to; its uncapped.

The worst part is networking and getting your name out there so people can know and trust you to represent them.

G – The best thing is learning about homes, inspections, etc. It helps me seeing the homes and seeing negotiations when it comes to marketing. I don't have a worse part about it.

Describe yourself in 3 words?

J – Direct, fun, and optimistic.

G – Determined, outgoing and helpful.

What do you do for fun?

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happy hours and trying different restaurants. I also like looking at model homes.

G – I work so much, so for fun I like being at home. But I do love to take short vacations and to find new restaurants.

Gabriel…. are you single/taken?

I am currently taken for almost 2 years, and I met him scrolling through Tik-Tok. I saw this guy dancing and he had this big smile and was super cute. I then looked for him on Insta and slid into his DM. He took a while for him to respond, but eventually he messaged me, and the rest is history.

Juawana….are you dating anyone? And if not, what are you looking for in a man?

No, I am not. I would like to, but I have been super focused on my career. I like to have fun, so the guy needs to have a fun personality and they have to be understanding and supportive of my career. They also have to be financially stable, as I am not going to carry a man.

Other than that, I am flexible.

What does the future hold?

J – The future is bright, but I don't know what it holds. However, I am here for the ride, and I am looking to make the best of what I have been given.

G – I think growing and stepping into my next venture and getting more involved with Netflix. I also may tap back into the music industry. I have recorded many songs in the past, and the first nightclub I ever performed at was Pulse in Orlando. Music is one of my passions.

If they haven't already, why should our readers watch Selling Tampa?

J - Because it is fresh, juicy, tumultuous and its about Tampa. We really showcase the community and how beautiful it is and the options there are in the Bay Area. In addition, we are easy on the eyes.

G – Its inspiring and something new that you haven't seen before. These ladies are stepping into luxury real estate. You also get to see the personal lives of these women. These women are inspiring and very entertaining.

Is there something I didn't ask you that you want to talk about?

J - We really want to be the go-to real estate agency in the Tampa Bay Area and Miami, and hopefully one day all of Florida. Its not about selling Luxury homes, its about providing a luxury experience.

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Best Ink!

By S. Elfman

Hotspots reached out to local tattoo artists and asked them to share their favorite ink.

Here is what they said:

Joel Josselyn of Electric Street Tattoo It's my favorite because Roger and I became best friends through the project.

Electric Street Tattoo 320 E. Oakland Park Boulevard Wilton Manors, FL

Alex Joelle of Electric Street Tattoo It's my favorite because historically pin up tattoos have been females, but I've been able to reinvent the genre to appeal to a different demographic.

Electric Street Tattoo 320 E. Oakland Park Boulevard Wilton Manors, FL

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Miguel Valentin of Ink Addiction 2 This is one of my favorite tattoos for a few reasons. The first reason is that this client was a tattoo "virgin," which is my specialty. We started with the dragonfly, then added the Dragon then the Lion! It was a challenge, but I believe I was able to coordinate each piece to make it pleasing to view.

Ink Addiction 2 2157 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL Inkaddictiontat2.com

Gabe Jaksic of Oriana Tattoo My favorite tattoo ever, in my 30+ years career in the tattoo industry, was the first tattoo given to my son Ian, before his deployment in the navy. It was really a rite of passage for him, and an honor for me not only for his service, but for allowing me to tattoo him. To me, it has always felt like all my years in the industry came to a conclusion when I was able to tattoo my son for his first time, and a sailor! Continuing with the old tattoo tradition of being the sailors, the ambassadors of tattooing!

Oriana Tattoo 219 71st Street, Miami Beach, FL

Jake Metivier of Ink Addiction 2 I have been tattooing for 9 years. The tattoo attached is probably my favorite because it contains both black and grey work as well as color saturation. The tattoo was requested by the client to cover a huge scar.

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Celebrities

By Hotspots Staff

The hottest stars have a variety of meaningful tattoos. Here are some of the best: Adam Levine recently got a throat tattoo to stave off boredom.

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Tattoos

Romeo Beckham follows in his father, David Beckham's, shoes by getting some ink.

Zoe Kravitz, soon to be Catwoman, recently got another tattoo.

Stephen Amell got a tattoo to celebrate "Arrow."

"Younger" co-stars Hilary Duff and Molly Bernard got matching tattoos.

Joe Jonas has many tattoos. in honor of his dog.

John Legend got a tattoo of his daughter, Luna's, doodle.

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Halsey has several tattoos.

Cardi B has many colorful tattoos.

Justin Bieber is always adding ink to his body.

Ricky Martin has several tattoos on his body.

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meaningful tattoos.

By Scott Holland

Classical – Well Strung

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Billy is one of the greatest musicians of our time. Joel ranks as one of the most popular recording artists and respected entertainers in history. The singer, songwriter and composer is the sixth best-selling recording artist of all time and the third best-selling solo artist. Joel's songs have acted as personal and cultural touchstones for millions of people across five decades • Friday, January 28; Hard Rock Live; 8pm; Seminolehardrockhollywood.com

The New York Times called Well-Strung "A talented quartet of men who sing and play instruments brilliantly fusing pop and classical music from Madonna to Beethoven." Well-Strung, featuring Edmund Bagnell (violin), Christopher Marchant (violin), Daniel Shevlin (cello) and Trevor Wadleigh (violin), is a string quartet with a modern twist. The group plays universally recognized classical pieces while singing pop music hits from the likes of Taylor Swift, Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, and other pop stars for a uniquely engaging experience • Sat, January 22; The Parker; 8pm; Parkerplayhouse.com +++++++++++++++++

Crooner – Harry Connick, JR

Stars in the annual celebration and benefit for the Broward Center.

Harry has exemplified excellence across multiple platforms in the entertainment world — in music, film, television and Broadway — garnering Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards and nominations. But music and live performances remain the foundation of his art as he will showcase classics from his remarkable career • Friday, January 28; Broward Center for the Performing Arts; 7pm; Browardcenter.org +++++++++++++++++

Country – Wynonna Judd

Everyone has a story to tell. For Wynonna Judd, her stories have always been told through music with one of the most influential and important voices of our generation throughout her unparalleled 32year career. Come experience incomparable artistry as she takes you on a musical journey starting at the beginning with her mom as The Judds to her illustrious solo career to unprecedented new music from Recollections released in 2020 • Friday, January 28; Broward Center for the Performing Arts; 8pm; Browardcenter.org +++++++++++++++++

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Boy Band – 98 Degrees

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98 Degrees has made the end of 2021 the hottest one yet. As their EP "Summer of 98" heated up the charts with classics of the group's most popular hits including "Heat It Up," "I Do (Cherish You)," "Invisible Man," "Because of You," and "The Hardest Thing," while their new single "Where Do You Wanna Go" continues to be a fan favorite • Saturday, January 22; Hard Rock Live; 8pm; Seminolehardrockhollywood.com

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Musical – An American In Paris

Gershwin's soaring melodies are matched by gravity-defying dance in this breathtaking production. Hoping to start a new life, World War II veteran Jerry Mulligan chooses newly liberated Paris as the place to make a name for himself as a painter. But Jerry's life becomes complicated when he meets Lise, a young Parisian shop girl with her own secret and realizes he is not her only suitor • Tuesday, February 1, Kravis Center for the Performing Arts; 8pm; Kravis.org +++++++++++++++++

Dance - Tango Fire

International Tango superstar German Cornejo's dance troupe The Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires is a true global phenomenon and the world's leading Tango company. With multiple sell out performances across the globe, Tango Fire, encompasses all that is Argentine Tango; dancing which sizzles with sensuality and the unforgettable music of Tango masters like Piazzolla, Pugliese and Gardel. The show evokes the intoxicating passion of late-night Buenos Aires • Sunday, January 30, The Parker; 6pm; Parkerplayhouse.com +++++++++++++++++

Flowers - Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society "Orchids Rock!"

Many international and local plant vendors selling exotic orchids and potting and growing supplies. Beautiful huge vendor exhibits with local orchid society display tables with American Orchid Society accredited judging. Win orchid raffles and see orchid artwork from local schools. There will be a hospitality table, secure plant storage and help taking purchases to cars • Broward County Convention Center, Friday Jan 21 through Sunday, Jan 23; flos.org/society-activities/show/

The Voice of Romance Johnny Mathis

Celebrating his 66th Year as a recording artist in the music industry, legendary singer Johnny Mathis is a sublime vocalist whose approach to pop music eclipses passing fads and trends. Mathis has performed songs in an incredible variety of styles and categories -- from music composed for stage and film to golden era jazz standards, contemporary pop hits, and holiday music, all of which has assured his reputation as one of the most enduring vocalists in music history • Wednesday, January 26; Broward Center for the Performing Arts; 7:30pm; Browardcenter.org

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Impersonators – Frank Marino Divas Las Vegas

This 70-minute energetic show starring Las Vegas' longest running headliner Frank Marino as comic icon Joan Rivers features an allstar cast of superstar female impersonators who not only recreate but almost uncannily duplicate the likenesses of stars ranging from Celine Dion to Cher, Diana Ross to Whitney Houston, and even Lady Gaga and Dolly Parton have been known to stop by.

Meanwhile, Marino in his role as the show's emcee and star changes between every act bringing an international whirlwind of couture to the stage with each spectacular entrance • Saturday, January 22; Boca Black Box; 7pm; Bocablackbox.com

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Billy Shaw is 40 years old, and is a Virgo What Nationality are you?

A little bit of everything.

City you live in?

Fort Lauderdale Single or married?

Single What is your perfect date?

What's a date?

What do you do for a living?

I am a barber and have worked at Dicks Service Station for the last year and a half.

What do you do for fun?

Anything outdoors.

What does the future hold for you?

Who knows, lets find out!

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1. Fern Forest Nature Center 201 Lyons Rd. • S. Coconut Creek, FL 33068 954.357.5198 • broward.org/Parks • daily 9am-5pm What better way to start the new year than to be in touch with nature! True to its name, Fern Forest offers a beautiful and serene setting with shady boardwalks and several miles of primitive nature trails. With a picnic shelter, amphitheater, and the Royal Fern Hall, Fern Forest's facilities are a perfect choice for weddings, corporate events and family gatherings.

Free admission, masks are required in all park buildings; unfortunately, no dogs allowed. You can reserve a shelter on their website.

3. Lummus Park/Miami Beach Live 10th and 13th streets on Ocean Dr. • Miami Beach, FL 33139 • Always open miamibeachlive.com Mark your calendars as the next big event to enjoy in Miami Beach will start March 1 – 27, “Miami Beach Live” weekends. A celebration of music, art, culture and people, this four-weekend concert series brings your five senses alive through sights, sounds, tastes and beyond. Enjoy live music performances; watch movies on the beach and savor a variety of foods.

Line-up: Erasure (Mar 5); Alanis Morissette (Mar 12); Juanes (Mar 19) & Bernardette Peters (Mar 26). See website for latest info. Free to MB res & $10 non-res.

2. iFLY Indoor Skydiving 11690 W State Rd. 84 • Davie, FL 33325 954.280.4359 • iflyworld.com/fort-lauderdale Mon-Wed 11am – 6pm • Thur 12pm-7pm Fri 12pm-8pm Sat & Sun 9am – 10pm There's no other feeling in the world quite like indoor skydiving. iFLY's state-of-the-art wind tunnels are designed to provide a safe flight experience. You don't need to be an athlete or in perfect shape, their class flight instructor will take you through orientation and show you the basics of indoor skydiving. You'll receive your flight suit and helmet to get ready to take your turn in the wind tunnel. Make sure to visit their website for any other FAQs.

4. The Palm Beach Zoo 1301 Summit Blvd. • West Palm Beach, FL 33405 561.585.2676 • palmbeachzoo.org • Daily 9am - 5pm This hot place is home to more than 550 animals on 23 shaded tropical acres. The lush grounds include an interactive play fountain, a Wildlife Carousel and Safari Train for children to ride, and interactive wildlife presentations. The zoo features shady paths, an interactive water play fountain, restaurant and opportunities for guests to watch animal trainings and feedings. The Palm Beach Zoo is home to 190 species such as Tortoise, Alligators, Eagles, Owls, Cougars, Aneaters, Sloths, Tigers, Monkeys, Koalas, Bears and of course, Flamingos.

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S3 (Sun Surf Sand) 505 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Suite S. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 • 954.523.7873 • s3restaurant.com Mon-Thurs 11:30AM–11PM • Fri 11:30am – 12am • Sat 10am – 2am • Sun 10am – 10pm Located at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, this scintillating seaside endeavor provides the ultimate in oceanfront dining, offering an eclectic array of indoor/outdoor seating, all surrounded by breathtaking beach views. S3 serves the freshest daily catches and premium cuts of meat and one-of-a-kind sushi bar to complement. Visit them online for their menu; reservations are suggested.

Don Pepe 7900 Pines Blvd. • Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 • 954.964.9717 mydonpepe.com • Sun-Thur 11am – 10pm • Fri-Sat 11am-11pm Enjoy the most delicious Cuban and Mexican dishes at Don Pepe!

Choose from their cuban classics like picadillo (ground beef), ropa vieja (shreded beef) or pan con bistec (steak sandwich) or any entrees from their mexican classics like burritos, chimichangas, enchiladas or carne asada. Since 1990, Don Pepe Restaurant has been the favorite place for Mexican-Cuban cuisine in Pembroke Pines. Their goal has always been to provide customers with authentic and succulent cuisine with a family touch. Online ordering is also available, as well as catering for min of 10 people.

CVI.CHE 105 Downtown 105 NE 3rd Avenue • Miami, FL 33132 • 305.577.3454 ceviche105.com • Mon-Thurs 11:30am – 10pm • Fri 11:30am – 11pm • Sat 12pm – 11pm • Sun 12pm - 10pm CVI.CHE 105 is known for its vast selection of creative and fresh ceviches, among several other traditional dishes, Chef and owner Juan Chipoco has marked an influence in South Florida's hispanic community for his motivating story that continues to inspire many people who follow his steps. Make sure to go online to see locations and choose your favorites from appetizers, beef, seafood and of course their ceviche list.

Pistache French Bistro 101 N Clematis St. • West Palm Beach, FL 33401 • 561.833.5090 pistachewpb.com • Mon-Thurs 11:30am - 8:30pm • Fri 11:30am – 9:30pm • Sat 11:00am – 2:30pm & 4:30pm – 9:30pm • Sun 11:00am – 2:30pm & 4:30pm – 8:30pm If you have been watching Netflix's "Emily in Paris" you definitely feel like enjoying some french cuisine. Pistache represents a new genre of bistro. Take note of their Raclette Night, Moules Mondays , Wine & Cheese Wednesdays or unlimited Rosé during brunch. And make your reservation for V-Day to célébrer l'amour...bon appétit!

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Tig Notaro and Dakota Johnson are 'OK’ with Sundance We like a high-profile queer project hitting the Sundance Film Festival, and the married directorial team of Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne is doing just that later this month with their debut feature, "Am I OK?" Written by Lauren Pomerantz ("SNL," "The Ellen DeGeneres Show"), and the film stars Dakota Johnson and Sonoya Mizuno ("Maniac," "Devs") as best friends whose relationship faces a series of challenges when one of them decides to 82 | HotspotsMagazine.com

move to London just as the other confesses her love. It co-stars June Diane Raphael, queer actors Sean Hayes and Kiersey Clemons, and co-director Notaro in a small role. As for the resolution of the will-they-or-won't-they trope, we're going to just assume that lesbian love wins the day. Because it should. Because the world is closer to perfection when it does. It's 2022 and we want a happy ending.

'LETTERKENNY' SPINS OFF WITH 'SHORESY' If you're still not part of the cult of the quite queer and completely Canadian "Letterkenny," you're missing one of the more charming, absurd, profane and sexy sitcoms of the past few years.

But if you're already in the know, then you might be shocked to learn that the character of Shoresy is leaving for his own series.

Back to you uninitiated types: Shoresy is an aggressive yet anonymous hockey player, seen only from the back (and voiced by "Letterkenny" star and creator Jared Keeso). His main activities are delivering filthy trash talk to all other hockey players and having sex with all those other hockey players' moms.

Currently in production between "Letterkenny" seasons, "Shoresy" will follow him as he moves north to work with a different hockey team. Reportedly, "Letterkenny" writer and co-

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star Jacob Tierney (who plays the wildly inappropriate gay Christian Glen) will tag along for some of these adventures, as will "Kids in The Hall" icon Scott Thompson. This gives us great comfort, because it's established "Letterkenny" lore that heterosexuality must never exist un-queered in some way.

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IRA SACHS EMBARKS ON "PASSAGES" WITH BEN WHISHAW Not enough bisexuality in queer cinema, that's what we always say, so leave it to acclaimed queer indie filmmaker, Ira Sachs ("Love Is Strange"), to work that side of the street for his next film, "Passages." Written and directed by Sachs, it's the story of a gay male couple — played by Ben Whishaw (the recent James Bond films and, most importantly, "Paddington") and German arthouse heartthrob Franz Rogowski ("Undine,"

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"Transit") – who've been together 15 years. Then one of them has an affair with a woman (Adele Exarchopoulos, "Blue Is the Warmest Color"), with all the consequences that attend that sort of thing.

And while we're not a fan of the troubled, homewrecking bisexual trope in the media, we trust Sachs' brand of thoughtful exploration of queer life and all the ways it might not always line up neatly with our best hopes for ourselves.

Recently wrapped, look for it to pop up at all the right film festivals later in 2022.

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TONY KUSHNER WRITES FOR SPIELBERG, MICHELLE WILLIAMS, AND SETH ROGEN Most of you didn't venture out to see "West Side Story" on the big screen (we get it, there's still a

pandemic), but that collaboration between Steven Spielberg and "Angels in America" playwright Tony Kushner — the pair first worked together on "Munich" and "Lincoln" — has paved the road for yet another team-up. This time they've co-written "The Fabelmans," a semiautobiographical drama about Spielberg's own childhood in Arizona. Starring up-and-comer Gabriel LaBelle ("The Predator"), it's the coming-of-age story about a Spielberg-like teenager, and, we assume, how those early experiences found their way into his work.

It also features Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, Judd Hirsch, and a supporting roster of notable child actors like Oakes Fegley ("Pete's Dragon"), Nicolas Cantu ("The Walking Dead: World Beyond"), and Julia Butters ("Once Upon a Time In Hollywood"). Already in post-production, look for this one to hit theaters in November.

Romeo San Vicente's New Year resolution is continued excess in all things.

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How to CUT More Calories, EAT Healthy, & STAY SATISFIED!

Cutting calories can be an exhausting chore. Spending longer hours in the gym grinding out cardio or pumping more and heavier weights are a couple of options.

These measures often result in overtraining or burnout awfully fast. Why not start with some easier and more practical ways to torch those unwanted calories and fat. Here are a few suggestions: Drink up before eating. Did you know that the body often confuses thirst for hunger? This makes it easy to down a few 94 | HotspotsMagazine.com

hundred calories with mindless eating when all you need is a glass of H2O! Keep a water bottle with you all day and stay hydrated.

Also, have a glass of water or two before each meal to fill you up and keep your appetite under control.

Start your day off with whole fresh fruit.

Instead of a glass of juice at breakfast, opt for a whole orange, apple, a few melon slices, or a cup of berries. Fruit juices contain a greater concentration of sugar and thus more calories than whole fruit without the healthy pulp and fiber. Instead of drinking an 8-ounce

hummus with chopped vegetables, apple slices with almond butter, or yogurt topped with a few nuts.

Stay active at work. It's great when you can budget time for the gym, but sometimes this is impossible. The solution is to do things at work to burn more calories and stay fit. Walk to work if you can. Park farther away from your destination at work or when running errands. Take the stairs whenever you can.

Take a brisk walk or do some push-ups and crunches during your break times.

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glass of orange juice for 122 calories, you can eat the whole fruit for just 69 calories and benefit from 3-5 grams of healthy fiber.

Try some creative swapping when preparing meals. Going vegan is commendable, but most guys need their meat. So instead of doing without, try cutting back a little and save some calories and fat. When making burgers, meatloaf or meat sauce, try replacing some of the ground beef with chopped veggies like mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, or eggplant.

They have the same meaty texture and taste and contain a lot less calories than meat and no saturated fat. You can do the same with carbs. Try using a mix of half potatoes and rutabaga when you make mashed potatoes. Cauliflower makes a yummy substitute for rice. When boiling pasta, go for less noodles and toss some chopped vegetables into the water during the last few minutes of cooking.

Eat healthy, satisfying snacks. Making it from one meal to the next can be a struggle once you're hungry. Instead of eating quick, handy junk, treat each snack like a mini-meal. Choose items that have a good balance of protein, unsaturated fat, and fiber rich carbohydrates. Go for

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The Seth Rudetsky Broadway Concert Series presented by Mark Cortale returns to The Parker in this month. The series, copresented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, delivers three intimate evenings of incredible music and hilarious conversations hosted and music directed

by Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky, whom the New York Times dubbed "The Mayor of Broadway." The series features three Tony Award winners and criticallyacclaimed powerhouse talents: Stephanie J. Block (The Cher Show) appeared in the beginning of January; Santino Fontana (Tootsie) will be on February 5; and Laura Benanti (Gypsy) on March 26.

It was a pleasure to sit down with the talented Santino Fontana for this exclusive Hotspots interview right before her concert this Saturday, February 5.

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Were you always a performer even as a child, or when did it begin?

I fell in love with movies when I was a little kid, and it kinda grew out of that. I did force my friends and family to be in a Thanksgiving play in my garage when I was in preschool…yeah…I was the turkey.

What was your first professional role?

I spent a summer after my freshman year of college at this great place called Chautauqua in upstate New York. I did an Eric Overmeyer play called "On The Verge" where I played everything from a Yeti to Marlon Brando to a fortune teller…It was my first gig where I was paid and acting alongside actors in the union.

When did you know entertaining would be your career?

Oh God…I still question it. Hahahahaha.

It's funny…I still feel like I'm in the headspace of, I love doing this, I'm gonna keep trying to do it until literally no one will let me.

How did you get cast in Tootsie?

I had been commissioned by the Roundabout Theater Company to write a new script to an old Anthony Newley/Leslie Bricusse musical called "The Roar Of The Greasepaint, The Smell Of The Crowd."

They partnered me with the director Scott Ellis, and we workshopped it up in Poughkeepsie at New York Stage and Film,

and he and I just hit it off. We finished that workshop and I think not even 2 weeks later he called me with a script he wanted me to read, and it was for Tootsie. He asked me to just do one reading, and if I hated it or he hated it, we'd move on. I met the writers Robert Horn and David Yazbeck and loved them…and that was that.

How exciting was it to win the Tony?

Exciting is just one of the words. Surreal is another one. I was also super sick that week, and was on a bunch of drugs to try and get through it, so I was kind of out of it? My wife was 6 months pregnant…there was a lot going on. Add 8 shows a week on top of that, and that night was our day off. I think my goal was to just to get through the night standing. We had a show the next day.

People don't tell you but going to the Tonys when you're nominated is a lot like going to a wedding where you may end up the groom. You're dressed up and excited to be there, but the bride may want nothing to do with you. I grew up in a small town where my only outlet to professional theater was watching the Tony Awards…so there's all this buildup from your childhood of this fancy, exotic thing, ya know? And then once you're

Seth there, you look around, and your brain splits because amazingly...you know the people you're sitting next to. It's not exotic-- these are your colleagues and friends. The Tonys is that show I watched on TV with people there that I'd never know. And then bam.

Other than the Michael Dorsey role in Tootsie, what was your favorite role to play?

Hamlet. I got to play it at the Guthrie when I was 23 and was so lucky for that opportunity and still think about that part constantly.

That and I did a great play written by Stephen Karam called "Sons Of The Prophet," off Broadway which I LOVED. Do you think it's easier or harder being married to an actor (Santino is married to actress Jessica Fontana)?

Both. Ha! I don't know how it works with actors and non-actors because there's so much we don't have to say or explain about show business or the ups and downs and unstable insanity of it all. Then again, I will tell you when I go to see Jess in stuff I am 10 times more nervous than I ever am in the wings…not because I think she won't be great, she always is…I think when I actually think about what people are risking when they're performing is just so terrifying…and yet I don't think like that when I'm doing it. I don't think I'm letting my daughter near a stage. hahahaha Describe yourself in three words?

Loyal, determined, and curious.

What do you do for fun?

Play with my 2 year old daughter.

How did you meet Seth?

Which one is Seth?

What did you do during the quarantine part of the Pandemic?

What did I do? What didn't I do? At this point it's going on over 2 years…I think I did what everyone did…I grew out my hair, grew a beard, gained weight, cut my hair, shaved, lost weight, was optimistic about the future, determined there's no point to anything, thought about taking the LSATS, lived with my parents for 5 months, rented an RV, bought a house outside the city, called friends, discovered cooking, recorded audiobooks, recorded demos for composer friends, made audition tapes, shot a few things, read a few things, and decided to grow my hair out again.

What should our readers expect from your performance at the Seth Rudetsky Broadway Concert Series?

Seth will give me shit in a sassy, yet loving way and I will undoubtedly dish it back.

Tickets are $37-$67 with $123 VIP tickets. The VIP ticket includes a premium seat and post show experience with the artists. For tickets and information, please visit ParkerPlayhouse.com; by phone at 954.462.0222; in person at The Parker box office at 707NE 8th Street in Fort Lauderdale.

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Men of West Hollywood

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Screen Media, a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, announced the acquisition of all ad-supported rights to Men of West Hollywood, a 10-part unscripted docuseries from Get Me Out Productions that follows the lives, drama and relationships of six men in West Hollywood. The series will premiere as a Crackle Original on January 20.

Meet six of the biggest male socialites in West Hollywood: "Mr. California" David Barta, a model and personal trainer; Justin Jedlica, a plastic surgery consultant, known around the world as the "human ken doll"; Darren Tieste, a celebrity photographer; Murray Swanby, a club promotor and top underwear

model; Brennen Taylor, a YouTube star; and Landon Wetterstrom, a luxury property owner. These men, along with their boyfriends and girlfriends, give a glimpse into their lavish Los Angeles lifestyle, making their way through WeHo's hottest parties and glamorous red carpets with drama at every turn. The series also features Nick Masc, Hannah Coehlo and Laron Seals.

It was a pleasure to sit down with cast members Darren Tieste and David Barta for this exclusive Hotspots interview.

FIRST UP WAS DARREN /////

WHEN WAS THE FIRST TIME YOU PICKED UP A CAMERA? Oh wow, my stepfather gave me a camera when I was 13.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST PAID GIG AS A PHOTOGRAPHY AND WHEN DID YOU KNOW PHOTOGRAPHY WOULD BE YOUR CAREER? For Dolly Mag in Australia, and it was a cute wet t shirt campaign on a beach near a bus stop. It ended up on the cover and I was just turning 21. At that point, I knew I was doing the right thing. I was so ecstatic.

YOU HAVE SHOT MANY CELEBRITIES; DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE OR FAVORITES? I do. I love Scarlet Johansson, Amy Adams, Miley Cyrus, Jessica Alba, Kim Kardashian, The Hemsworth brothers, and lots more.

Justin Timberlake is a standout for me. When

my first book came out, he grabbed me to go on the red carpet and it helped the book get so much publicity. He is a giving soul.

YOU CO-FOUNDED THE COMPANY MIZZBLOOM ORGANICS, WHY DID YOU CREATE THE COMPANY AND TELL ME MORE ABOUT IT? In 2018 is when we started it and it went to market in 2019. I have always had beauty clients, and beauty brands, and we decided to do something. We did the research and we realized there weren't a lot of brands out there that certified with organic ingredients. Thank God, it's been going well. USDA stamp is on several of our products, and that confirms the purity of what we are selling. That was super important for us.

HOW DID YOU MEET LARON, AND HOW IS THE RELATIONSHIP GOING? We met years ago, but I can't say too much about it as I want your readers to see it on the show. He is a handful though, but he is a great guy.

HOW DID YOU GET CAST ON MEN OF WEST HOLLYWOOD? The casting director sent it to me and asked if it was something I would do and I said "sure, it sounds fun."

WAS FILMING EVERYTHING YOU EXPECTED? WHAT WAS THE BEST PART AND THE WORST PART? I direct, so it was everything I expected it to

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be. There was nothing bad about it, but it was 6 weeks of full-on filming. But it was great, and I made lots of great friends.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS? Driven, loyal, and funny WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN? I love to travel, but that has been hard the last few years. However, when there is down time, I am on a plane somewhere. I also love the water.

WHY SHOULD OUR READERS WATCH "MEN OF WEST HOLLYWOOD? The reason is it is packed with laughter, shade, tears, and just great times. 6 men, gay and straight and a girl…what more can you ask for?

I THEN SAT DOWN WITH DAVID /////

WHEN DID YOU START MODELING, AND WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST GIG? I started modeling about 3 years ago and it was a runway show for Sketchers.

YOU ARE A FORMER MR. CALIFORNIA, HOW DID YOU GET INTO PAGEANTRY/CONTESTS, AND WERE THEY EVERYTHING YOU HOPED? I got into pageant stuff through modeling and through Instagram. My experience was limited due to the pandemic. However, I think those days are behind me now.

HOW DID YOU GET CAST ON MEN OF WEST HOLLYWOOD? I was friends with Murray for a long time and I had a lot of friends in the West Hollywood area, and due to that I got cast.

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on, but I constantly got surprised. The best part was the friendships I developed. The worst part is the people I thought I was close to stabbed me in the back.

ARE YOU DATING ANYONE NOW, AND IF SO HOW DID YOU MEET, AND IF NO, WHAT'S THE PERFECT GIRL FOR YOU? Dating is casual out here, and I am not dating one specific person. My ideal person is someone who supports who I am and what I do for a career and knows how to kick my ass when it needs to be.

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS? "I'm big tasty" WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN? I love going to the beach and the west side.

I also love going out with my friends in west Hollywood. I am a social guy.

WHY SHOULD OUR READERS WATCH "MEN OF WEST HOLLYWOOD? Because there has never been anything like it before. Times are changing and certain

social concepts have become acceptable.

The cast of Men of West Hollywood all love each other and are men doing our best making it in a crazy city.

For more information on Darren or David, go to Instagram.com/ Darrentieste or Therealdbart @menofwesthollywod and @crackle_tv on Instagram and TikTok @menofwesthollywood and @CrackleTV on Facebook. @crackle_tv on Twitter #MenOfWestHollywood #StreamForFree on January 20th

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Does Leather and gear excite you? Does the thought of helping someone pick out their new harness or impact toy sound more like fun than work? Join our team! We have daytime positions available in our main showroom, and we need a few good men for our Ramrod store. So if you’re a night owl and enjoy the atmosphere of a nightlife setting, we’re looking for you, too! Apply in person at LeatherWerks Main store

u HOME HEALTH CARE EMERALD ELITE HOME HEALTH CARE & LGBT SENIOR CARE

New locations are open of Emerald Elite Home Health & LGBT Senior Care, who specialize in providing male caregivers. We are seeking Companions & Home Health Aides for our LGBT Senior clients in Broward, Palm Beach, & Miami. No experience necessary. Compensation is $12-$15/hr. Please apply online at www. emeraldelitecare.com/apply

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u REAL ESTATE - FOR SALE BROWARD BROKER JOE” GRANO, REALTOR® 954-931-0031

Coral Ridge Galt. Complete Remodel. 3/2 | Pool | 1½CG. Polished Terrazzo. Close to Beach. $839,000

u RENTALS - WILTON MANORS 2/2 CONDO FOR RENT (1.200 SQ F)

Deep cleaned! Quiet! Completely furnished for annual lease! Available 3/1/22. Steps away from The Drive. Recently renovated! 1st floor w/ screen patio very close to parking(2spots).

Impact windows, new washer/dryer, stainless steel appliances, extra spacious master bed/ walk in closet. Pool w/ barbecue area.

Small pets ok! $2,590(1st, last + sec. Dep).

Rubens(954)822-6645

u REAL ESTATE - FOR SALE BROWARD BROKER JOE” GRANO, REALTOR® 954-931-0031

Coral Ridge Galt. Complete Remodel. 3/2 | Pool | 1½CG. Polished Terrazzo. Close to Beach. $839,000

u ROOMMATES - WILTON MANORS ROOMMATE NEEDED NEAR WILTON MANORS

Near Wilton Manors and the airport. Roommate needed $900 monthly. First, Last and security each three at $900 total= $2,700 required to move in.

Please call Franco at 954-675-9933. Thank you.

u TAX PREPARATION HAROLD J BLOTCHER, EA

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u LICENSED MASSAGE

u LICENSED MASSAGE

MASSAGE BY STEVE

Swedish and deep tissue. Private and clean. 1 hr. $60 half hour $35. No texting - call Steve at 954-325-1071. Lic.# MA16988

u MEDICAL SERVICES MEDICAL SERVICES FOR THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY

Serving Men and Women in our Community.

Specializing in Erectile Dysfunction, Testosterone Imbalance, STD (including local infections), Bleeding disorders, Annual with pap smear exams, and other Medical issues. Visit the Clinic C.B Singh M.D.,P.A at 2620 N.Andrews Avenue Wilton Manors Fl 33311( Near 26th ST) Call (954)565-7686 Feel free to call us for any questions. Fax (954)565-6959.

u COMPUTERS HELPMEERIC.COM ! TECH SUPPORT

Your Personal Tech Assistant. BEST RATES in the tri-county area. Specializing in Android & iPhones.

PC/Mac-Training, Installation, Clean-up & Repairs.

Friendly, In-Home and remote Srvc. Call/Txt 954-903-4383.

**OPTIMA** COMPUTER REPAIR 954-817-3883

IN-HOME SERVICE. Cell phones, printers & Internet issues. Proudly serving our community for over 20 years. *Get the BEST performance, protection & value from your computer investment. *A+ Hardware & OS certified. *Friendly, professional, RELIABLE service. Reasonable rates. Call: Mike 954-817-3883

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u HAIR REMOVAL HAIR REMOVAL & MORE!

Waxing, facials, trimming, shaving and body scrubs at its best. Very friendly and relaxing experience.

Visit me today. For appointment please call 954-649-9905. WWW.BRAZILLIANTOUCH.COM

BARE CLEAN AND SMOOTH

Areas that you can’t take care of yourself. Trimming and shaving. Expert Brazilian shaving. $60/Hour.

Pompano Deerfield Area. Out calls extra. Geoff 954-270-6868 please text. 9am - 7pm Vaccinated ONLY, Please.

u HANDYMAN L.H.P. HANDYMAN SERVICES

Reliable, honest, affordable general home repairs, pressure washing, painting, tile, light plumbing, light/ fan fixtures installs. Good troubleshooting. Insured.

L.H.P. Handyman Services - Al (954)683-3754

KENNY & JAY REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE

TV Wall mounting, Ceiling Fans, Bathroom, kitchen, microwave, plumbing and electric, outlets, switches, breakers. Time clocks, Upgrade breaker box, repair or replace sprinkler & pool motors, replace & remove hot water tanks & install tankless water heaters. Vanity. sinks, faucets, dishwasher & garbage disposals and SHOWER GRAB BARS. K&J 954-260-9940 BEST PRICES IN TOWN! 32 Years Experience.

ONE-STOP SHOPPING AND ASSOCIATES HANDYMAN/ REMODELING AND MORE WITH OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN ALL PHASES OF...

Home improvements, additions, electrical, plumbing, painting, kitchen, baths, wood flooring / trim, TV mounting, Former owner of a NY remodeling co. as well as a hands on worker, because I demand perfection in all I do. Please call Mitch 954-253-4650 for prompt honest and dependable service. Lic. CGC1514441 and insured.

u MOVING/STORAGE

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RED BOX MOVING COMPANY

Affordable, Reliably, & Careful. Licenced & Insured (MV#567) Norbert 954-305-9176 www.redboxmoving.com

u PERSONAL TRAINING

u CLEANING SERVICES

u AIR CONDITIONING u ELECTRICAL ‘RTS ELECTRIC’ 24-HOUR SERVICE

Quality work at a reasonable price. We also service & install any size generator. Licensed & Insured (98-CME-1807-X). 954-257-9509.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

Repairs, installations, indoor air quality. Residential/ Commercial. Proudly serving the tri-county area.

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u LAWN MAINTENANCE / IRRIGATION IRRIGATION SYSTEM REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

30 Years experience, excellent work, referrals upon request. Call Roberto at 954-383-8980

LAWN MAINTENANCE - LANDSCAPE

Make your home a showplace. INTEGRITY LANDSCAPE SERVICES, LLC specializes in property clean up, tree and shrub pruning, sodding and landscape design & installation. We also do lawn maintenance.

Call 954-812-5434 or 954-288-3601 our website at www.integrityLandscapingService.com

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By Andreus Quinones

“I feel very uncomfortable around her now, and she continues to pry.”

Dear Andreus, I started a new job a couple months ago. There is a young lady who works with me, who I avoided simply because she has a very complex personality. She approached me and asked me if I was gay. I am not ashamed of my sexual orientation, but I found it inappropriate. I told her that I am a private person and don't talk about my personal life at work. I feel very uncomfortable around her now, and she continues to pry. Should I take this up with HR, or should I say something to her again?

Sincerely, Roberto R.

Dear Roberto, You should absolutely take this up with Human Resources. You are in a professional environment, and that is a violation of boundaries. Whether you are comfortable with your lifestyle or not, it is just not appropriate for someone to approach you with such personal questions. The fact that you

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established boundaries already by telling her that you were a private person, and she continues to pry, gives you more than enough authorization to follow the proper channels to put an end to it.

Talk to a supervisor or file a formal complaint. I hope things work out for you!

Dear Andreus, I have been dating a guy for about a month now. We have not had sex but have made out a few times. I feel like it is getting intense and heading towards intimacy very soon. Though I always practice safe sex, I have not told him that I am HIV+. Even though I am undetectable and realize that there is probably 0 chance of my transmitting it to him, I am afraid to tell him.

He is a total health freak, and I am afraid that he might take off if I do. I don't know what to do because I feel like I should say something. What do I do?

Sincerely, Corey P. Dear Corey, As cliché as it sounds, honesty is always the best policy. We live in a time where being HIV+ is no longer a death sentence, and people are far more educated about treatment options and the minimal risks of transmission in intimate situations with persons that are undetectable. You might be pleasantly surprised if you tell him. Honesty is honorable, and if he doesn't accept it, that means that he is not the one for you. I would hate for you to continue with the relationship, engage in sex, and then he finds out later and is put off by your dishonesty. Regardless of what the outcome will be, you should be forthcoming.

Hope this helps.