Hotspots! May 12, 2022 (Issue 3710)

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Pix: Las Olas Wine & Food Festival | Feature: Alyssa Edwards Live at Broward Center Pix: City of Wilton Manors Small Business Week Reception | Feature: BenDeLaCrème Comes to Broward Center | Feature: Silas Brooks is Golden | Feature: Ellen DeGeneres is Now on HBO Max Out with Scott / What’s Hot | Scott Holland’s Guide to Events Pix: The Pub Annual Easter Bonnet Contest • Feature: Annual Summer Swimwear/Underwear for 2022• Hot Eats Hot Places • Feature: Three LGBT Female Owned Brands to Consider Hot Bodies • Hot Puzzle • Hot Advice

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OUT WITH SCOTT

City of Wilton Manors

On Thursday, April 28 the city of Wilton Manors celebrated their 75th Anniversary at Hagen Park where the Wilton Manors Historical Society presented a timeline and storytelling experience that explained their city's history. They also read letters from the 50th Anniversary and discussed the future and what Wilton

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Manors could look like in 2047, when the city will celebrate its 100th anniversary!

From Thursday, April 28 through Sunday May 1 was Sunfest, which is Florida's largest waterfront music and art festival, and was once again held in downtown West Palm Beach. SunFest attracted more than 100,000 visitors.

On Saturday, April 30th, PRISM celebrated their second anniversary at the Hotspots! Art Gallery with Dennis Dean! They had interactive art exhibits, a silent art auction, and a drag performance from Karla Croqueta. The event was sponsored by us (Hotspots Magazine), AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Compass, SAVE, and SMART Ride.

Also on April 30, and May 1, the 2nd Annual “Savor SoFLO” which is part of the “Savor Florida Series” launched in Hollywood Beach. In addition to tastings, the festival had a Chef Culinary Competition. Tickets to

Bearsurrection Sunfest

the Grand Tasting Village provided access to South Florida's most interesting culinary establishments with the top choice for food, wine, and craft beer.

On Wednesday, May 4, Hotspots Magazine, and Happening Out TV presented our monthly Pride Skate which celebrated\ “Cinco De Mayo” at Xtreme Action Park. Pride Skate takes place the first Wednesday of every month and is a fundraiser for Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride Parade and street festival. The event featured DJ T-Pro mix, with performances by Kimberly Venom, skating, and a full liquor bar. For more information, or to purchase tickets for future months, (next one is Wednesday June 1) go to: Xtremeactionpark.com/stonewa ll-pride-skate-nights.

On Saturday, May 7 was the grand Re-Opening (since Covid) of the Pride Center's Flea Market, live and in-person on the Equality Park Campus. The Flea Market featured OVER 50 Unique Vendors, Live Music and Surprises.

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To RSVP, please email office@bocahistory.org or call 561.395.6766, ext. 100.

Saturday, May 14 NSU Art Museum presents Creativity Exploration: Paper People from 12-1:30pm.

Creativity Exploration adult workshops promote the benefits of creative exploration and the mind-to-body experience. Studies have shown that 45 minutes of creative activity a day reduces stress and offers mental clarity and relaxation. In addition to producing a sense of well-being, sessions expand participants' perceptions of forms, while increasing brain connectivity through visual and cognitive stimulation. The workshop is led by educator Lark Keeler, a specialist in mindfulness education. No prior experience is necessary. Advance reservations are required, by going to: nsuartmuseum.org. Admission is $10 for members and $15 for non-members.

Bicycle Safety Day Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board along with neighbor partners will again host a wonderful event in the Hagen Park lot in honor of Bicycle Safety Day. Beginning at 9am their own police department will display its cycling unit, show proper helmet and light use as well as register bicycles on the spot. At 10 a youth bike rodeo; at 11, adults get a chance on the rodeo circuit and at 12 noon starts a scavenger hunt. To volunteer or have a booth/be a vendor email eventswiltonmanors@gmail.com.

This event is free!

South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble - Seth Rudetsky

The South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble and Island City Stage have teamed up to present Tales from Broadway, a special one-nightonly engagement at the Broward Center for Performing Arts' Amaturo Theater on at 7:30pm. The extraordinary collaboration pairs eight talented vocalists from Island City Stage with professional musicians from the South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble who will

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The Eagle Wilton Manors - Ralphi Rosario perform selections from some of Broadway's greatest hits such as Chicago, West Side Story, The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Wicked and A Chorus Line. Hosting this unforgettable concert and sharing hilarious, insider anecdotes from the musicals and their stars is the legendary Seth Rudetsky, a Broadway aficionado and host of Sirius/XM Satellite Radio's On Broadway. In-person tickets are $35 and can be purchased at browardcenter.org/events/ detail/tales-from-broadway. For those not able to attend in-person, a virtual livestream will be offered by Stream Ally at southfloridapride.streamally.live/ minimum suggested donation is $25.

The Eagle Wilton Manors presents a Full Moon party starring DJ Ralphi Rosario with a $10 cover after 10pm.

Tuesday, May 17 The Pub presents direct from Key West as seen on America's Got Talent, the talents of the one and only Randy Roberts at 8pm. For more info on Randy, go to Randyroberts.net The MDGLCC Hospitality Council's Big Bus Tour takes place today from 9:30 am - 11:30 am. Whether you are a new, existing or potential new MDGLCC member, learn how

thePUB - Randy Roberts to maximize the use of all the Marketing tools and Programs available through the Chamber. Learn about the Chamber's website and access to features as well as bounce ideas and ask questions to chamber staff on how to engage the LGBT consumer with your products and/or services/. For more information, go to: Gaybizmiami.com Thursday, May 19 The lobbies of buildings 401, 301 and 201 on E. Las Olas Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale will come to life with artwork and live entertainment as part of the 4th Annual ART + STROLL, presented by BBX Capital and hosted by Business for the Arts of Broward (BFA) from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with the visionary group of business leaders at BFA during the event, enjoy local live entertainment performances, as well as juried art exhibit of fine art for sale, including but not limited to photography, painting, drawing, printmaking, paper art, fiber art, wood, clay, metal, glass, sculpture, fashion, mixed media and NFTs. Attendance is free and open to the public, but guests will have the option to purchase a Sip & Stroll ticket for $50, which includes food and beverage tastings in each lobby.

For more information, visit

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The Amaturo Theater - BenDeLaCreme bfabroward.org/programs/art-stroll.

Friday, May 20 The Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center presents BenDelaCreme in “Ready To Be Committed” at 8pm. This global drag icon and RuPaul's Drag Race star will embark on her biggest solo tour yet as star and Lead Producer with her critically acclaimed, narrative-cabaret, “BenDeLaCreme is....” This one-queen extravaganza is a hilarious and heartfelt spectacular that blends burlesque, comedy, and original music with her signature Terminally Delightful charm. To purchase tickets, go to: Browardcenter.org.

The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood's Cuisine for Art fundraiser returns in person to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood from 6pm to 9 pm.

This fundraiser features elected officials and community leaders serving as Celebrity Waiters during an exciting and entertaining evening. Guests enjoy complimentary wine, beer, vodka and scotch cocktails, a three-course dinner, live and silent auctions, entertainment, and awards presentation. Tickets for the

Noche Latina Florida fundraiser are $175 per person or $1,650 per table of 10, and are available online at Artandculturecenter.org/cuisine-for-art-22 or by calling 954-921-3274. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Compass presents the 2022 Youth Equality Prom from 6-10pm at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium (4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach). Admission is free at https://2022equalityprom.eventbrite.com.

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Saturday, May 21 Noche Latina Florida inside the Ivy Dance Room and Patio at the Manor Complex invites the entire community to come out and celebrate their 24th anniversary. The theme for the night will be “Copacabana Beach” and star Sasha Lords, and Oscar Novva, along with DJ Duniel Juan and sexy Latin go-go papi's. In addition, there will be over $2,400 in raffles, and giveaways.

Saturdays at the Manor the doors open at 11pm and feature only a $5 cover until midnight: and $10 from 12 to 1am and $15 after 1am for (FL Res) and $15 all night for non-residents.

Hotspots Events presents the monthly Art

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Walk Wilton Manors (3rd Saturday of the month) from 6-9pm which features local artists, craftspeople, and other vendors.

This month there is a free raffle at 6:15 to win a portrait. In addition to adult and kids face painting, cotton candy and waffle sticks. For more information, go to: AWWM.org Sunday, May 22 Cobra Joe Productions presents the next Wilton Manors Car Show today from 10am to 2pm at Wilton Manors City Hall (2020 Wilton Drive). Admission is free for spectators (vehicle registration is $25 at cobrajoeproductions.com) and features all makes and models of cars. The event is hosted by a DJ and there will be food trucks on site.

Monday, May 23 Island City Stage invites the community to listen, laugh and vote for South Florida's funniest during its Stand-U, Stand Out Comedy Contest in advance of PRIDE Month featuring feature local comics Peter Bisuito, Brian Coronado, Michael Evans, Mai LG aka Mrs. Saigon and Seetharaman “Seetha” Radhakrishnan performing at Island City Stage. One winner, chosen by a panel of local celebrity judges including Rod Hagwood, Michelle Solomon and Scott Ryan, plus audience support, will receive a $100 gift card and an opening guest spot role for select performances of “The Mystery of Irma Vep” that runs June 9 – July 10. A nominal fee of $10 to attend the competition will be donated to Island City Stage. Show tickets are available at islandcitystage.org/suddenly-lastsummer.

Hot Stuff For the seventh year in a row, four of Broward's most beloved familyfriendly attractions have joined together to offer the 2022 'South Florida Adventure Pass'. For one

unbeatably low price, locals and tourists alike can enjoy unlimited admission this summer to Museum of Discovery and Science, Butterfly World, Flamingo Gardens, and Sawgrass Recreation Park.

This incredible savings pass will be sold at each of the participating attractions beginning May 15, granting unlimited admission to each location until September 30, 2022. The cost is $50 plus tax, per adult ages 13+ and $40 plus tax, per child ages 3-12. Existing annual pass holders/members at participating attractions can upgrade to the South Florida Adventure Pass for $40 plus tax, per adult and $30 plus tax, per child. For more information, please visit http://southfloridaadventurepass.com/ Dr. Thomas Smith and Dr. Sheryl Zayas of Care Resource Community Health Centers Inc. are being honored by Mental Health America of Southeast Florida for their positive impact on the mental wellness of others in South Florida during their 26th Annual Epic Awards on Wednesday, May 25. The Exceptional People Impacting the Community (EPIC) awards are presented to members of the community who have exhibited exceptional service through their actions, advocacy, leadership or service delivery to the most vulnerable in our community.

Care Resource Community Health Centers Inc. Dr. Sheryl Zayas Dr. Thomas Smith

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Alyssa Edwards Live at

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From Mesquite Texas to the global stage, Alyssa Edwards is unstoppable. Her life is a spectacle; from Season 5 of the EmmyAward winning television show RuPaul's Drag Race (2013) to her web series "Alyssa's Secret", her own Netflix series "Dancing Queen" (2018) and America's Got Talent (2021). Now the smash hit show direct from London's West End comes to America. "Life, Love & Lashes - Memoirs of a Queen" is a must see tell-all story about her life, drag and finding love. Audiences are raving!

The whole first act is Justin diving in and talking about him coming out in a conservative state and what its like for him.

It was a pleasure to once again sit down with Alyssa for this exclusive Hotspots interview:

Since your stint on all stars, you have travelled the world many times, what is your favorite City or Venue and why?

OMG you are putting me on the spot! I feel like I am in Q&A in Miss Gay America all over again. It's really been a dream traveling the world but there is no place like home in Mesquite. Although, I must say Australia was amazing as I never thought it would be in reach for me. When I landed there the first time, it was magical. Speaking of magical, Disney World is also one of my favorites.

Speaking of traveling what is the funniest story that has happened to you while traveling?

Touring with Shangela and La Ganga we have created so many memories. When I look back at my journal, I giggle out loud.

Some of the moments we had., you just had to be there. One time I was on a train with Shangela, and we were in the UK. We didn't have first class tickets, but Shangela was bound and determined to get us in there.

So, we went into first class and when they came by, I put my sunglasses on and Shangela was able to talk her way out of getting us removed from first class.

Since coming into fame, what has been the best thing you purchased for yourself? For others?

For myself I purchased a home, and that's my biggest investment and I am very proud of that. I am also very proud of being able to help my family.

Do you still have time to run the studio and coach dancers?

If I don't have a wig on, I am teaching a dance class. I was just there last night. As much as I love traveling, there is no better joy then being in that classroom with those kids; it is so powerful. We are going into our 20th season.

Do you ever have the bug to go back to pageantry?

In my head, of course. I will role play in my head and picture myself when they pick the top 5.

Are you and Coco on better terms?

Absolutely. We were friends in the show.

We are like brothers and sister, we fight and disagree, but we love each other, and I have

“There was a time when I was waiting for the world to change and now not only do I get to witness the change, but I am also a part of it...”

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a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for Coco and Martin (the man behind it all). To put the rumors to rest, during the premiere of season 5 I was at Coco's house, and we watched it together.

Who are you closest with from your seasons or any other season of Drag Race?

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I am the closest with Shangela as we were friends before drag race. She is my family along with Laganga. Recently I got to work with a lot of the girls, and I loved them all including Shea, Brooke Lynn, Kylie, Crystal Method, Heidi, Jan, etc.

What's your marital status?

I am in a relationship; we are a year in. I hosted a global audition and he won!

Describe Alyssa in 3 words?

Electrifying, fictional, and glamorous.

What do you do for fun?

I have recently been on a fitness journey; I go to Barry's boot camp class or bike ride around the lake.

What's ahead for Alyssa?

I believe my book of life is written its just now being read out loud, and I am just enjoying it.

Tell our readers about your show “Alyssa: Life, Love and Lashes Tour,” and why they should buy tickets before it sells out?

This is the becoming of Alyssa Edwards.

Netflix dancing queen gave everyone an introduction, but this is the story of me pulling back the sparkling curtains and

“If I don't have a wig on, I am teaching a dance class...

As much as I love traveling, there is no better joy then being in that classroom...”

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allowing people into the world of Justin Johnson. The ups and downs and the exciting roller coaster. Its high energy, it colorful, its vibrant and very multifaceted and layered. I am so proud of it; it truly is a hallmark of my life.

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

I want to thank all of the viewers and the supporters. I told my partner yesterday that I was watching a video of a boy with his mom putting make up on him. The boy wanted it so badly and was shy about telling his mom, so she recorded him seeing make up on for the first time. There was a time when I was waiting for the world to change and now not only do I get to witness the change, but I am also a part of it. It is now mainstream! People are celebrating the art of drag and I am just very grateful.

For tickets to “Life, Love & Lashes Memoirs of a Queen,” which start at $57, go toBrowardcenter.org.

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Soya Sushi Miami 11402 NW 41 Street, Suite #101 St. • Doral, FL 33178 305.800.7692 • soyamiami.com • Mon-Sun 12pm – 10:30pm Fri 12pm – 11:30pm • Sat 1pm – 11:30pm • Sun 1pm - 10pm If you’re looking for a Japanese restaurant in Doral, you must visit Soya Sushi & Bar! Their menu showcases a fusion of Japanese and Latin favorites where you will find a wide variety of food choices. Their lunch special menu offers great bowl choices. You will go crazy when checking out their signature rolls: 24k rolls, potato roll, neptune salad, Bob Marley roll, guava roll, soya crunch roll and 101 roll. It is recommended to see their menu beforehand.

You must try their oreo roll and nutella marquise for dessert, OMG! Rivertail 4 West Las Olas Blvd, Suite 120 • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 954.306.2665 • rivertailftl.com • Tue-Thu 5pm – 10pm • Fri 5pm 11pm • Sat 12pm – 4pm/5pm – 11pm • Sun 11am – 4pm/5pm - 9pm Rivertail features a seafood-driven dining experience focusing on providing guests a fun, upbeat atmosphere that is refined, yet approachable enough for families. Located in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale, every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm and Sunday from 11am to 4pm is Bottomless Brunch! Come in for an outdoor a la carte brunch experience featuring bottomless bubbles starting at $30 per guest! Rivertail Fort Lauderdale showcases dishes inspired by worldwide fine dining establishments.

Los Tacos 17722 Pines Blvd., Silver Lake Campus • Pembroke Pines, FL 33020 • 954.447.6262 • lostacos.com Sun-Thur 11am - 9pm • Fri-Sat 11am - 10pm The name says it all for this restaurant with two locations in Pembroke Pines. What makes each Los Tacos restaurant so unique is the dedication to detail, from the decorations on the walls to the freshest ingredients. They seriously have an extensive menu to choose from, anything from Guacamole to ceviche, chilaquiles, quesadillas, a wide variety of real Mexican tacos (carnitas & carne asada are a must), of course a lot of chile and the unforgettable Margaritas. Catering available.

Bonefish Grill Fort Lauderdale 6282 North Federal Hwy. • Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308 954.492.3266 • bonefishgrill.com Mon-Fri 4pm – 10pm • Sat 11am – 11pm • Sun 11am – 9pm Bonefish Grill specializes in market-fresh fish from around the world, savory wood-grilled specialties and hand-crafted cocktails.

To highlight from their menu are the seaonal specials: Caprese Dip with Shrimp, Salmon Caprese with Gnocci, Grilled Shrimp, Angler's Catch and two must-order, their carrot lava cake and strawberry citrus martini. Take a peek at their family bundles, too.

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City of Wilton Manors Small Business Week Reception at Richardson Park

Photos: Cedric Roberson

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BenDeLaCrème Comes to Broward Center Friday, May 20

By Scott Holland Sweet as pie and sharp as cheddar, the Terminally Delightful BenDeLaCreme is known for combining her background in the performing and visual arts with a love of spectacle, glamour, and Saturday morning cartoons – dazzling crowds near and far.

She has toured throughout the world, premiered three critically-acclaimed solo shows off-Broadway, as well as written, directed and produced a myriad of narrative works and variety spectaculars that have played to sold-out audiences for over a decade.

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BenDeLaCreme has appeared on two seasons of the Emmy award winning RuPaul's Drag Race her first go-round securing her a spot among the show's “15 fan favorites of all time.” After being crowned “Miss Congeniality” on Season Six, she returned to compete on the Third season of “RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars” on VH1 where she garnered more challenge wins than any other competitor in the show's history, among other series records.

“BenDeLaCreme is...Ready To Be Committed” plays the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center on Friday, May 20 and

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is the fourth solo show written, directed, and produced by BenDeLaCreme and showcases the multifaceted superstar at her best.

It was a pleasure to sit down with Dela once again for this exclusive Hotspots interview.

Now that many years have passed, do you regret taking yourself out of All Stars or do you stand by that decision and why?

Absolutely I stand by it. Winners can be remembered or forgotten, but my name has now become part of the drag race history that will never die. Its also one of the most powerful moves I have ever made. I had the privilege to make a move that was great reality tv.

Since your stint on all stars, you have travelled the world many times, what is your favorite City or Venue and why?

There are quite a few really. I love my longtime hometown of Seattle, where audiences have been supporting me and I have gathered a following long before Drag Race. LA and New York have great crowds, but I am constantly going to new places, and they are so welcoming. Every

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city is different and it makes it a different performance every time.

Speaking of traveling what is the funniest story that has happened to you while traveling?

There are so many it becomes a wash. But during our holiday tour Jinkx and I got caught in an airport in Toronto as someone printed the wrong tickets and our flight left the day prior. We were stuck there with like 20 suitcases, but we became creative and wrote a sitcom.

Since coming into fame, what has been the best thing you purchased for yourself? For others?

I really tend to put so much of the money I make back into the art. During the pandemic I produced and co-wrote the Jinkx and Dela Holiday special. We made the project out of a need to be creative when we couldn't be on the road. That was an amazing gift I invested in. That was a gift to myself and the rest of the crew. It cost a lot of money but was well worth the investment.

Other than Jinkx, who are you closest with from your seasons or any other season of Drag Race?

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connected to very strongly. Trixie and I are very close as well. A lot of my closest drag friends haven't been on Drag race, such as Peaches Christ, and Varla Jean Merman.

What's your marital status?

I have been with my partner for almost 8 years now, and a lot of things about our relationship inspired this tour.

Is it hard being away from your partner while touring?

Gus travels with me. We run my production company together. It's a full-time job for both of us. Its grueling and we are both constantly working, but we get to share that passion.

Describe Dela in 3 words?

Optimistic, naïve, and surreal.

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What do you do for fun?

Lately I am on tour so there is not a lot of free time.

However, if you love what you for a living, like I do, you don't work a day in your life What's ahead for Ben and for Dela?

Dela is on this tour through the end of July, so that's the foreseeable future. After that I will be remounting one of Peaches Christ production in San Francisco for her parody on Death Becomes Her where I play the Goldie Hawn Role. After that Jinkx and I will create our new holiday tour.

Tell our readers about your show “BenDeLaCreme is Ready To Be Committed,” and why they should buy tickets before it sells out?

It's based on personal experience, and I get to explore bigger topics that are not necessarily autobiographical to Ben. She decides at the top of the show that she needs to relay race to the alter, but she only has a cake. I play 15 characters, and it's a surrealist Alice In Wonderland….in Love. It's a comedy but there are many relatable subjects.

The challenges of Intimacy and loneliness, and many more! It's a must see, so get your tickets!

For tickets to “BenDeLaCreme is Ready To Be Committed,” Which start at $35, go to Browardcenter.org

Helix Studio’s Newest Stud is Lighting Up Small Screens

By Robbie Todoro

Born and raised in Sin City, Silas Brooks made his adult film star debut in the Helix film, Finally You. Since then, he has appeared in popular movies including Hook Up Stories Homebodies, and his latest, Tech Support, where he stars as a tech hottie who is hired to fix Seth Peterson and Aiden Garcia's "slow computer". In real life, Brooks is something of a computer wizard, at least when it comes to graphic design. He enjoys animating, soccer, and swimming.

We got to know him a little more at his home in Las Vegas.

How would you describe yourself in three words?

Funny, caring, and I don't know… fun?

Who is the love of your life?

That's easy. Lil babies, my Pitbull pup!

He's a blue nosed Pitbull and loves people. He is super friendly to everyone!

What do you love most about living in Las Vegas?

I was born and raised here, and I just love how unique the city is. There's a lot of fun to be had here and not just in the gay bars, although they're fun too! There are plenty of jobs in Vegas, especially in hospitality and nightlife.

Did you enjoy your childhood?

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dysfunctional. My mom and dad fought constantly. They never married. I lived full time with my dad and spent weekends with my mother.

Were you playing soccer outside with the neighborhood kids or was it more likely to find you indoors animating?

It was more likely to find me inside on the computer.

What kind of animation do you do?

3D computer-generated imagery.

Do you aspire to be a CGI artist?

Yes! I want to get into 3D CGI art, special effects, game development, digital art, and stuff like that. That's hopefully my endgame after adult movies.

Let's discuss that. How did you find your way into adult film?

When I turned 18, I started applying to all the top studios.

Why did you choose to sign with Helix?

It was the obvious best choice for me. I love everyone who works at Helix! It's such a friendly environment and everything is done so professionally and with the fans and talent in mind.

Have you become close friends with any of the guys at Helix?

Yes, I would consider a bunch of them to be close friends. Garret (Kinsley), Kai (Taylor), Jacob (Hansen), Seth (Peterson), and Travis (Stevens) are all super fun to

hang with. We all have so much fun when they come to Vegas to shoot, both on camera and off.

Spill the tea on your favorite scene partner!

That's a tough one!

If I had to name one, I think I would probably have to say Sam Ledger.

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and/or doing graphic design work at a major studio.

What celeb would you welcome sliding into your DMs? Lil Nas X. I love his music and he is pretty bad ass.

What famous person, living or dead, would you most like to have dinner with?

Gordon Ramsey so he can make the dinner.

Final message to fans?

I really just want to say thanks to everyone out there who supports me and enjoys the content I put out.

I will keep trying my best! I especially love all the nice letters I receive from fans at Helix Studios.

They're always fun to read and I do read them.

>> Why Sam? He was so easy to work with and man, he is a good performer!

What is something fans would be surprised to learn about you?

Maybe that I'm bisexual?

Do your friends and family support your adult film career?

I haven't told any of them!

No one has made the discovery yet?

Not that I'm aware of. If they have, no one has told me!

What's left to do on your life's bucket list?

So much! But the really big thing I still have left to do is finish school. It's top on my list.

Did you enjoy school?

Not particularly. High school was not a good time for me. I found it to be really underwhelming. But I think college will be different.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

Hopefully working in game development

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1. TEDx Miami New World Center • 500 17th Street • Miami Beach, FL 33139 • 305.673.3330 • TEDxMiami.com Thu, May 19 • 7pm – 9:30pm If you’ve seen any TED Talk, I am sure you know they are a hot place to get inspired. Now you have the chance to attend the upcoming talk in Miami on May 19th. “Bold New World” is the theme of this year's TEDx Miami focusing on innovation and a new way of looking at the world. New World Center encourages guests to continue to wear masks as an added precaution. Guests are also no longer required to provide a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination. There is metered parking alongside the main streets as well as a parking garage on 17th St.

3. Riverwalk Park 888 E Las Olas Blvd., Suite 210 • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 • 954.468.1541 • goriverwalk.com For those of you who love the outdoors, Riverwalk is an absolute hot place to go to. Here is a lineup of ongoing along the New River. These year-round activities provide great opportunities to enjoy the Riverwalk and all it has to offer: Dog Training, Thursdays at Esplanade Park at 7pm, adogsbestfriend.com Photography Classes on Riverwalk, first Saturday of each month, 817.

266.2946 Bicycle Tours, daily 10am-6pm, riverwalkrec.com Kayay Rentals, New River Exploration Tour – 2 Hours, riverwalkrec.com.

Have fun!

2. Broward Art Guild Gallery 3280 NE 32nd Street • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954.537.3370 • browardartguild.org Wed, Fri & Sat 12pm – 9pm • Thur 12pm – 6pm The Broward Art Guild (BAG) is the oldest and largest organization of working artists in Broward County bringing the transformative power of art through exhibits and education while providing opportunities for local artists to grow professionally. Their current exhibit, “The Color Purple” runs through May 27th. Painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and jewelry will be on display. Visit them online for upcoming classes & workshops or to enter your work for their “Pride!

Legengs, Life & Love” exhibit, June 1st - 24th.

4. Electric Scooter Tour 226 Datura Street • West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561.881.9757 • visitpalmbeach.com In Florida pretty much every day/weekend is great to have a new outdoor adventure. How about having some fun on an electric scooter? Enjoy Palm Beach Island with a guided 1-hour electric scooter tour that travels through Downtown West Palm Beach, along the Flagler Waterfront and the famed Lake Trail as well as the Atlantic Ocean (45mns tours & 15mns free ride), $28pp. Tour Starts at 226 Datura Street and ends on Downtown West Palm Beach's Waterfront. You can also do private segway tours, or rent traditional & electric bikes.

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Humankind Yes, summer is just around the corner, and you might be thinking of vacation, or perhaps getting ready for that road trip with your friends to celebrate Pride month in June. It is time for a new swimsuit that best fits your personality; they do come in all colors, size, textures, one or two-piece, shorts or long sleeves. We have selected swimwear collection from three LGBT designers and their brand for you to support. Have fun in the water!

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Founded in 2012 by Fran Dunaway and Naomi Gonzalez. TomboyX has been featured in Forbes, Cosmopolitan, Vogue, Nasdaq, InStyle and AOL to name a few mainstream media outlets. “Swim and enjoy the water in our quick drying, eco-friendly, UPF 50 stretch fabric swimwear.”

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by Haily Marzullo, a LA born and raised queer in search for genderinclusive swimwear. “We make swimwear and apparel for everybody, making you feel comfortable and confident from land to sea.”

Chromat / chromat.co Chromat began in 2010 from founder Becca McCharen-Tran's background in architecture.

“We are committed to empowering #ChromatBABES of all shapes and sizes through perfectly fit garments for everybody.” Chromat is designed in New York City and Miami.

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By Tom Bonanti

FREE RADICALS:

HOW TO FIGHT THEM AND STAY YOUNG FOREVER! You work out and do cardio, eat clean and healthy foods, and try to get out into the fresh air and sunshine every day. On the surface you're doing everything correctly. You should be full energy, ready to take on life like a tiger. But the truth is, you often feel tired and crappy. You seem to pick up every cold and flu that's making the rounds. Somehow you just can't figure out why.

You may be overlooking things in your life that can stress your body harder than

you realize. Too much partying, not getting enough sleep, skipping break-fast and eating too much junk are all factors that can take their toll on that healthy body. Combine these factors with stress at work, not drinking enough H2O and breathing polluted air, and it's no wonder you don't always feel like Superman. In fact, you may be more toxic than you realize.

Any of the above factors can cause a build up in your system of evil villains called free radicals. These culprits are highly toxic mutant

oxygen molecules that can be found in the atmosphere, in foods, and in you.

Free radicals cause chemical imbalances in the body referred to as “oxidative stress”. This condition has been linked to heart disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, tissue inflammation, and a host of other illnesses. Free radicals also speed up the aging process by causing wrinkles, muscle atrophy and impotence!

The best way to counteract the ravages of free radicals comes from simple lifestyle changes. Quit smoking. Drink less. Cut saturated fats and other junk from your diet.

Supplementation with antioxidants is also vital to your battle with free radicals.

Antioxidants are natural foods or carefully compounded supplements that “kick ass”

on free radicals and help restore normal function to your body and its tissues. As with any supplement, check with your doctor first before loading up. Here is my list of favorite antioxidants.

Vitamins C and E help reverse oxidative stress by ridding the body of free radicals thereby returning it to optimal homeostasis. This is crucial for anyone who wants to be in tip top shape by maintaining a healthy heart and metabolism.

Wild blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, bilberries (in fact, just about any kind of berries), and

pomegranates are all potent antioxidants and are loaded with vitamin C to boost the immune system.

Green tea is one of the most powerful antioxidants known to man in its ability to prevent 1) viral and bacterial activity, 2) lung cancer due to smoking, 3) skin damage and skin cancer due to radiation (sun damage) and a host of other age- related maladies.

Ginko Biloba has been shown to 1) reduce blood clots, 2) regulate blood pressure, 3) prevent the formation of free radicals, 4) increase the flow of blood to the brain, and 5) improve alertness and short-term memory.

There is no way to turn back the clock and stay young forever, but you can win an important struggle: the war on free radicals and the nasty stuff they can do to age you.

Tom Bonanti is a certied tness trainer and massage therapist (MA#40288) with his own one on one gym in Ft. Lauderdale. Contact trainertomb@aol.com with questions or to set up a free tness consultation.

Ellen DeGeneres is now on HBO Max

By Maria Espinal We love furniture and we definitely l.o.v.e. Ellen! In case you missed it or don't know yet, Ellen DeGeneres' next 6-episode adventure, “Ellen's Next Great Designer,” has premiered its first 2 episodes on HBO Max this past April 22nd; new episodes will air weekly.

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creativity to the limit. The designers will compete in innovative furniture-making challenges from studios in their hometowns, with DeGeneres appearing in each episode to surprise and delight the contestants and the judges. Acclaimed actor Scott Foley brings his passion for furniture design to his role as Host and judge. Joining Foley as judges are renowned interior designer Brigette Romanek and award-winning, oneof-a-kind contemporary artist and designer Fernando Mastrangelo.

The contestants kicking off this once-in-alifetime competition are brilliant, awardwinning designers Christina Z. Antonio, Arielle Assouline-Lichten, and Erica Sellers in New York City; Alejandro Artigas in Los Angeles; Mark Grattan in New Hope, PA; Paul Jeffrey in Phoenix, AZ; and Urvi Sharma in Providence, RI, who specialize in using wood, metal, stone, fabric, glass, and other

materials for their creations.

For their final challenge, the remaining designers face the ultimate test: creating a cohesive three-piece collection for Brigette's iconic Los Angeles home.

Sharing a studio for the first time, the finalists move at a record pace to conceive their collections, source materials, and build pieces stunning enough to earn the title of “Ellen's Next Great Designer” – and the $100,000 grand prize. This season's final episode will air on Friday, May 20th.

Episode Guide: 1. “Back to Basics” 2. “Portia's Art of Design” 3. “Shaping Up with Ellen” 4. “Foley Artists” 5. “Ellen Loves Surprises” 6. “The Collection” HotspotsMagazine.com | 107

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By Andreus Quinones

Dear Andreus, I have been with my boyfriend for three years now. We live together and have a pretty functional and trusting relationship. Recently, he took my credit card and made some purchases, and I did not know about it until I saw it on my card statement.

When I asked him about it, he said that it was not big deal, and that he was going to give me the money back. I feel like he overstepped, though he doesn't see it that way.

He said that we have been a couple long enough that it shouldn't be a problem. Am I wrong for feeling this way?

Sincerely, Tyrone S. Dear Tyrone, You are not wrong for feeling that way.

However, if you have not created boundaries before, this might be the issue. Once a relationship becomes serious and you decide to move in together, there should be a conversation about expectations and boundaries. It is healthy to share some things, but also have things to yourself.

You might want to have that conversation now to avoid problems in the future. Communication is key, and delivery of that communication just as important. Be gentle yet firm and set the boundaries. Hope this helps.

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“You need to talk directly to your husband. The other guy is just the third party in your relationship. You and your husband need to decide on the best course of action.”

I feel as if the other guy has gotten too close to my husband, and I want him gone. I have said something to the guy about it, but he doesn't want to leave. The situation is becoming increasingly uncomfortable for me. I just want him out. He has been staying with us for the last 3 months, and it is overkill. What do I do?

Sincerely, Ronny P. Dear Ronny, First things first. Talking to the other guy is not going to get you any results. He is probably very comfortable in this situation, especially with a place to stay. You need to talk directly to your husband. The other guy is just the third party in your relationship. You and your husband need to decide on the best course of action, because your marriage should take precedence over anything else. Sit down and have a conversation with your husband, tell him exactly how you feel, and together you can decide on where to go from there. Is this something that is fixable, or does this person need to go? Is polyamory even the right thing for you? Unfortunately, someone usually gets hurt or left out when there are more than two involved in a relationship. Home base is always first! I hope it works out for the best.