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LIZ GILLIES

by Josh Reed

Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll

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Bello PUBLISHER IMAGE NATION STUDIO L.L.C. California, USA editorial@bellomag.com ADVERTISING advertising@bellomag.com Aleksandar Tomovic (editor in chief) alek@bellomag.com Stephane Marquet (creative director) steph@bellomag.com Leslie Alejandro (executive director) leslie@bellomag.com Dio Anthony (entertainment editor) dio@bellomag.com Warren Alfie Baker (fashion director) warren@bellomag.com Nicole Walmsley (beauty editor) nicole@bellomag.com Dee Trillo (senior lifestyle and travel editor) dee@bellomag.com Michelle Ganney (associate entertainment editor) michelle@bellomag.com Fabio Fernandez (fashion news director) fabio@bellomag.com Kimmy Erin Kertes (fashion editor-at-large) kimmy@bellomag.com Hiko Mitsuzuka (entertainment editor-at-large) hiko@bellomag.com Morgan Stewart (lifestyle editor at large) boobsandloubs@bellomag.com Steven Carver (international editor) steven@bellomag.com Brent Lambert (design and technology editor) brent@bellomag.com Jon Norris (european editor) jon@bellomag.com Mark Norris (european editor) mark@bellomag.com Amanda Peixoto-Elkins (creative director, latin america) amanda@bellomag.com INTERNS PAULO ACUÑA (editorial assistant) paulo@bellomag.com CELESTE PIRAINO (social media and communications assistant) celeste@bellomag.com LAYOUT NEBOJSA DOLOVACKI CONTRIBUTING WRITERS COVER STORY: DIO ANTHONY STEVEN CARVER (Fashion) JON AND MARK NORRIS (fashion) CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS COVER: MAARTEN DE BOER

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EDITOR’S

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JUNE, 27, 2016

We are in full blast in summer. So what better way to feature this season than with beautiful summer photos.

We have Liz Gillies from Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll bringing you a gorgeous fashion story shot in Topanga Canyon by the incredible Josh Reed. We also feature the gorgeous Daniella Alonso who talks to us about her newest show, Animal Kingdom.

This issue, we bring you all the stunning girls of summer.

Remember to stay cool, and let us know what you think by mentioning @BELLOmag.

All my best,

Leslie Alejandro, Executive Director

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Photographer TJ Manou shooting Justin Baldoni, Travis Van Winkle, and Travis Clark for the cover of #125, promoting their BellyBump App. June 2016.

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Bello Behind The Scenes The Side of Hollywood That Gives Back: On Location With “The Starving Artist Project”

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t was 10am and I arrived at the doorstep of what looked like your every day, run of the mill, two story, suburban—Los Angeles home. I can tell you, all of the “ordinary” quickly disappeared when they opened the front door. stylists, assistants, and editors were all coming together—preparing the The SAP house for the arrival of well, you guessed it—starving artists.

They move like a school of fish in an uninterrupted unison. It was pretty remarkable to watch.

These highly regarded industry professionals were simply there to help and give back to the performer community. The creators and supporters of The SAP have an uncomplicated vision to provide world-class industry support to passionate artists who are struggling financially or just starting out.

With some of the top professionals charging $600 a headshot session—many a starving artist finds semi annual renewal of his or her headshots to be a very heavy financial burden.

The SAP founder and renowned Getty Images photographer, Michael Bezjian, along with his team had a vision to provide multiple headshot/ portrait sessions free of charge to the passionate artist—including make up and wardrobe.

Through the help of Getty Image photographers and industry professionals at The Starving Artists Project, up-andcoming talents can experience a professional photo-shoot including hair and makeup with high quality press portraits at no cost to the performer.

Taking two steps inside—I found myself amidst Hollywood prop cathedral chairs, over stuffed wardrobe racks, pinball machines, shelves lined with bedazzled slippers, rubber machine guns, and an infectiously curious and creative energy. (Please see all attached photos) It was a lot to take in. A little bit Narnia like…

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His focus is trained on the stars you and I don’t really know yet—the quintessential starving artist. Only real requirement of you—the artist—is that you possess a true passion for your craft and The SAP will then trade you their time and expertise.

Their well-orchestrated movement made more sense to me when I learned that they are two years into existence and shoot 15-20 headshot sessions on any given shoot day. Surely there was a lot of trial and error that got them to this seamless point. Or maybe they’re just so good that it’s beyond my realm of understanding?

“I’ve been in so many different circumstances and seen so many different walks of life and from those experiences and watching other people’s experiences I’ve always wanted to understand what others are going through.

With my art I’m able to bring voice to that. By playing different characters I’m able to give voice to them—I can channel them.”

What made you want to be a part of the Starving Artist Project?

“Well I heard of it from my friend Jimmy (Akingbola) and I just think it’s brilliant and I would have loved something like this when I was beginning so if I can help in any way I will.”

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Either way, it’s working and what the people of The SAP are providing for starving artists is ironically, priceless.

What’s been the driving force for you as a Human Being to give your time—your energy—all this effort into what is largely a philanthropic endeavor filled with all kinds of unique stress?

“Because I’ve always wanted to love photography. I realized that as much as you love something—you have to actually create real change in what you do in order to fall in love with it again and again and again. So being able to come full circle and take care of these starving artists types who actually supported ME when I was just starting out as a photographer allows me that opportunity—to fall in love with photography again by helping them”.

-Founder of The SAP, Michael Bezjian

What made you want to be a part of the Starving Artist Project?

Your advice on how a starving artist keeps their passion alive?

“Bloody minded stubborn determination--there’s honor and valor in trying and I would rather die trying than die not.”

“Supporting The SAP made total sense because myself and my company TriForce Creative Network (www.thetcn. com) also whole heartedly believe in supporting creatives and helping them move their careers forward. After seeing the amazing work that Michael does with The SAP I knew I had to be involved in such a great cause that is free to artists.”

Jimmy Akingbola (Arrow)

-Ruth Connell (SUPERNATURAL)

And boy does that love show! This project truly is a labor of love for all of those involved. On this particular shoot day, more well-known and established artists lent their social media platforms and likenesses to promote The SAP cause. Covered in dirt, ripped clothes, and signs pleading for acting opportunities—these actors spent the day shooting to promote the cause and give back to their industry. I had a chance to briefly sit with some of them and hear some of their thoughts…

What drives your passion? Why do you want to act?

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he Queen of Peace is not a member of royalty. She has no castle, no fortune, no fame, no crown. She needs not these things because she makes her own world. She is a master of her emotions and her surroundings, she leads with grace and sets an example for all of us. Can you think of one more suited to rule?

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One City, Two Continents, One Magical Experience WRITTEN AND CREATED BY JON & MARK NORRIS

Our trip to Istanbul gave us one of those moments, the one that you just wanted to carry on and on and on and never end – welcome to a very special place to stay in a magical European city, the W Istanbul.

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was shining and the city brimming with busyness. Greeted by a friendly local driver, we set off on our way and soon witnessed one of Istanbul’s problem points, much like many other bustling European cities, the traffic. Luckily for us, it was Ramadan and the roads soon emptied for the evening prayer during which long portions of the Qur’an are

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ravelling the world, whether it is the silk dressed streets of Istanbul or the sanded shorelines of Miami, we inherit a unique sense of expectation, that inner ability to understand what makes certain experiences special to us as people, and to our lives that stand right there, in front of us.

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opposite, Ezgi made us feel at home in the magical Turkish city.

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the Dolmabahce Palace and Istanbul Modern Art Museum alongside the beautifully cobbled Besiktas streets.

After enjoying our first taste of delicious Turkish cuisine put on by the talented W Hotel chef’s and an adventurous first night at Five Cocktails and More in Beyoğlu, we sat down to enjoy the five

star breakfast. It included, fresh honeycomb (Petek Balout in Turkish) alongside a made to order Turkish Omelette (Menemen in Turkish), served by warm and friendly staff, allowing us to start our day off in the best possible fashion.

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old town where we visited the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, which famously accommodates up to 10,000 worshippers at a time, built over a span of 7.5 years between 1609 and 1617, it is a masterpiece and something to treasure when visiting the city.

Later that day, we took a Bosphorus cruise tour which gave us a different perspective in which to see the city along the famous waterway, providing a must see angle of both the Asian and European side to Istanbul, with the century old palaces and mansions galore.

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Pizza East That evening, we wined and dined at the Pizza East restaurant located in Akaretler Row Houses annexed below the W Hotel, perfectly situated amongst the historic street in Besiktas built in 1875 by architect Sarkis Balyan.

A part of the Soho House group, Pizza East serves up wood oven dishes, pizzas, antipasti and daily-changing specials.

The atmosphere was relaxed and perfectly aligned with the affluent style area in which it is situated enabling us to enjoy a zesty blackberry press cocktail and a spicy sausage wood oven baked pizza, topped off by a homemade style Cherry crumble – exquisite and well presented, leaving you 100% satisfied. http://www.pizzaeast.com/istanbul/en Our package, designed by the W Istanbul Insider team led us on to explore

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the Suada Club on Sunday, an island between two continents hosting Istanbul’s finest selection of exclusivity where the facilities include an Olympic sized swimming pool, providing a sweet escape under the heat of the summer sun.

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360 Istanbul Suada – your world is 360 The restaurant that loves restaurants as much as we do, helped us enjoy our Sunday evening with a Mediterranean style dinner, and cocktails to die for, made by head mixologist, Cenk.

The award winning 360SuadaClub on Galatasaray Island in the middle of the Bosphorus, commands a 360-degree breathtaking view over the water, and is quite simply, the perfect place to watch the sunset with your partner whilst on holiday in Istanbul.

Their concept perfectly infused by mixing cuisine with entertainment and atmosphere, they leave nothing to chance

and create a harmonious experience that should definitely be enjoyed by all who visit this amazing city. http://www.360istanbulsuada.com Visiting this magnificent buzzing city, full of culture, lovely local people and the best hospitality that any city has to offer provided by the W Istanbul, it

should be on every person’s list of places to visit.

Indulge and be delighted by the W Istanbul, you won’t regret it.

Please visit http://www.wistanbul.com. tr for more details and to speak to the hotel talent.

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ou might recognize Daniella Alonso from a little show called One Tree Hill, or you might remember her from a little town in Texas where she played Carlotta Alonso in Friday Night Lights. Either way, the Puerto Rican beauty has graced our TV screens for over a decade.

Not only is she a very talented actress but she is also an established model. I learnt this all too well from watching her killer photo shoot with Bello magazine, she really is a complete natural.

Daniella is set to star in TNT’s highly anticipated drama Animal Kingdom where they premiered the first episode to the cast and close family and friends just the other week. “It was amazing. It was actually 2 nights ago in Venice. It was an incredible party, it was so much fun, TNT did a great job, a fantastic job.”

Apparently the premiere evening turned into quite the party. “It was definitely the entire cast, EVERYBODY that’s worked on the show, they were really generous they let us all bring our family, everyone got eight tickets. I went with all my family and my girlfriends. It was a really good party. They served alcohol throughout the screening which was fun! And then next door they had this fake broken in jewellery store and there was fake glass everywhere and sand and it said ‘Welcome to the family’, it was really cool venue. And we all go skateboards!”

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drama you’ve come to the right place as Daniella describes the show as, “stunning cinematically and it has this beachy vibe to it with a little bit of danger.”

Also, if you’re looking for an action packed adventure then you’ve definitely come to the right place. “There’s a lot of movement. There are hardly any scenes where someone’s sitting down and you’re having a conversation.

We’re always moving, we’re always doing something, which is challenging when you have a lot of dialogue but it’s fun too!”

It seems as though Daniella has a pretty great role too, given she plays Scott Speedman’s wife in the show – not a bad gig at all! She said, “I mean Scott Speedman… Is amazing! Oh god, he’s such a great actor, as soon as he walks on set he’s that character and he’s brilliant. I just watch him and I’m like you’re so good. He’s like, ‘um you have the next line’ and I’m like ‘oh sorry!’ He’s very generous and very kind. He’s always making sure I’m good in a scene.

You can’t ask for more than that. Cute too, so that doesn’t hurt!”

Of course we couldn’t go through the entire evening without bringing up the

legend of the show, Ellen Barkin. Daniella only needed one word to sum her up, “genuis”. She continued, “The second she steps foot in the make-up trailer, she is in character until the second she leaves. And so working with her has been such a blessing because I don’t have to do anything other than know my lines and just react, she’s that good. She gives me so much. Her character hates my character and so, I felt it! Day one I was like ‘oooh, oh god’.

Her eyes are so vibrant and piercing.

You see everything in her eyes, she’s so good.”

It might be early days for the show, but apparently it’s worth sticking around until the end as the penultimate episode has some explosive moments.

“We just finished shooting episode nine and that was one of the most intense scenes I’ve ever shot in my life and it’s with ‘Pope’, Shawn Hatosy. It’s a long scene and it’s very powerful, it’s one of those scenes that if the show takes off it’s the scene that everyone will talk about for the season. It’s intense, it’s really intense. It was just us two the entire day. After we were done shooting we were buzzing. I really do think this is a special story too because I don’t think anyone’s seen a family like this family.”

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REVIEW: ‘TICKLED’ TAKES YOU WHERE YOU LEAST EXPECT IT

BY HIKO MITSUZUKA (@THEFIRSTECHO)

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exual fetishes are a dime a dozen during an era in which the Internet affords millions of people the opportunity to rock their socks off in any way they deem arousing.

And for those of you not familiar with the underground phenomenon known as Competitive Endurance Tickling, journalist-director David Farrier’s fascinating documentary, Tickled, will be an eye-opener.

The pop culture journalist has made a career out of reporting on off-kilter subjects, so when he receives the opportunity to look into the aforementioned “sport,” his online research leads him to Jane O’Brien Media, a company behind a sizable portion of the content available to “tickle torture” fetishists.

However, when he reaches out to the company for an interview, he’s immediately roadblocked, receiving threats of lawsuits and disturbing responses attacking his character, urging him to stop his investigation.

Naturally, this sets off several alarms in Farrier, and his journey to understand the ins-and-outs of this bizarre

industry (according to the film, it spans across the globe) takes him from his native New Zealand to Florida, where he interviews an out-and-proud fetishist who runs his own web venture...the Midwest, where he meets a former tick-

le torture participant who’s been cyberbullied by the same shady company...

New York, where he looks into the lineage of a certain Wall Street tycoon... and Los Angeles, where the documentary team briefly (and literally) lifts the curtain to reveal the source of all this digital content.

The investigation, as the trailer promises, eventually takes an eerie turn when we learn the true identity of the puppet master behind all of the threats that come at Farrier and his producers throughout the film. And from there, we’re led down a detour into the murky profile of an individual who’s more like Oz the Shady and Powerful.

While the payoff of this semi-exposé may not satisfy some seekers of justice, it does leave you with an unsettling feeling...and a slight hunger for more.

RATING: 4/5 Tickled is now available in limited release.

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Liz Gillies

And I agree—Sex Is Beautiful, Marijuana Should Be Legal, And Rock ‘n’ Roll Is Best With The Windows Down.

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ven though I write for an entertainment magazine I still must admit my naivety to a lot of things about the entertainment industry itself. Frankly, I’m not that interested in it. What excites me most is the opportunity to speak with the Human Beings who inspire or entertain others in front of the camera—the artists. These craftsmen and craftswomen build worlds in which audiences get to live in and experience fully.

Liz Gillies was originally just someone with a dream, and now here I am, a stranger, asking her questions about success—good job, Liz. Actors and actresses have to forfeit nearly all predictability in their “real lives” and live in a creative world in which they have little to no control. I’ve always found it interesting in seeing how each individual handles that unique reality and Liz seems to have an inclination of where she’s going to end up—with more control. Something seems to be biting at her and telling her she’d be good on both sides of the camera. A director.

One thing seems clear—Liz is most interested in the art. With a general scorn for “Hollywood” parties, a desire for more creative control, and sponging off of her more veteran counterparts— she’s got the right attitude. So go do it.

Go get your Oscar, Liz. BELLO: It seems like everything has been going really well for you, do you have any specific goals you’re working towards? Is there a moment in your head that would signify “making it” or do you already feel that way?

LIZ GILLIES: I’m not sure what that “making it” moment would be for me now. I always used to say it would be winning and Oscar or becoming an A-list movie star but as you get older and you come to understand this game a little more, I think you start to develop multiple short term goals along the way as opposed to one big goal. Otherwise, you’ll wake up every day and feel disappointed that you haven’t won an Oscar yet, which is silly. Every job I get, no matter how big or small, is an accomplishment to me. I have so many things I’m working towards, I can’t even name them all. My big one right now is finding a role that challenges me and takes me out of my comfort zone. Plus, yeah, I guess that Oscar is still up there too.

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B: Who has been a big influence in your life? How did it affect your journey to get to where you are?

LG: My parents, and really my entire family, have always been extremely supportive of me. They’ve always believed in me and helped me in any way they could, which I’ve learned is a very rare thing in this business. Without my mom picking me up from school and driving me an hour into NYC for auditions multiple times a week, I never would’ve been able to try, let alone succeed at any of this. None of this would’ve been possible without my family being okay with it. It’s a big life adjustment, so I thank them for rolling with it.

B: You’re on a show called Sex, Drugs, and Rock & Roll. How do you feel about each of those subjects? I’ll go first. Sex, a beautiful way to connect with someone I care about. Drugs, Legalize marijuana. Rock & Roll, always blasting with the windows down and sunroof back.

LG: I agree with all three of yours! Well done.

B: Can you paint a picture of your dream role?

LG: There are so many roles that would be dream roles for me. At this point, I feel like I’ve really only scratched the surface of what I can and want to do.

I’m most drawn to character-based roles. Human roles. It’s fun to play a character with lots of flaws. Lots of layers. I’d also love to play a role that’s completely different from who I am. It would be wonderful to get totally lost in somebody else for a while.

B: What makes your days successful in your opinion? Is it booking roles, getting paid, meeting fans? If not, then what?

LG: If I’m creative and productive, that’s a successful day to me. Obvious-

ly booking roles and getting exciting news feels great but those moments are few and far between so I feel that as long as I wake up, set a goal and accomplish it, that day was a success.

B: Do you mainly want to focus on acting and singing long term or do you have any other desires that you’d like to pursue in the future?

LG: I just started dabbling in writing, which I’ve really been enjoying. Eventually, I want to do it all: write, act, direct, produce. Especially now, working with Denis, I’ve gotten to observe first hand that the more you can do the more control you have, which is very appealing to me. I’d love to build something from the ground up. I also have this theory that I might like directing more than acting once I try it. I just have a feeling.

B: Has having a spotlight on you publicly made you want to go out more or do you prefer private getaways? Quiet time with friends?

LG: I’m not someone who will sit in their house and hide at the risk of being recognized or seen. I like getting my own groceries, shopping, going to restaurants, riding my bike, walking around…I live a normal life and I always want to. Luckily, I haven’t gotten to a point where I’m followed by paparazzi all the time- I might change my tune if and when that happens. Having said that, you’ll never see me at a club.

I’ll always take an intimate get together at my house with close friends over a big Hollywood party. Any day. Those parties are the worst.

B: Lastly, what’s been your biggest life lesson that’s come from your rise to stardom?

LG: Stay grounded. Keep the people you grew up with close to you. Never take yourself too seriously. Remember where you came from. Oops, I guess that was four. Oh well, they’re all true.

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Hawksmoor Knightsbridge WRITTEN BY JON NORRIS

Knightsbridge, an iconic district of London’s west-end known for wealth, exuberance, and the finer things in life.

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The district has become rather popular for the super wealthy, whose lifestyle choices suit what Knightsbridge has to offer its residents – a paradise fit for just about anyone.

That said, the area is a swell with tourists and locals alike, frequenting arguably one of the areas most iconic and well-known attractions, Harrods, as well as all the top names in fashion, making these famous streets in London, an ideal playground for many a shopping enthusiast.

As well as home to some of the best shopping in London, Knightsbridge also has a restaurant that is known far and wide for delivering the best steak you can buy, namely Hawksmoor.

Celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, Hawksmoor has grown to include five central London restaurants, one in Manchester and a soon to be opening Hawksmoor in New York at the end of 2017 in the World Trade Center, no less.

Their uber glamorous Knightsbridge location is a 130-cover restaurant with a 25-cover bar, with an art deco inspired space, featuring reclaimed materials that Hawksmoor interiors are famous for, alongside sumptuous leather booths and brass arched windows.

Managing to mix heart and soul into every inch, Hawksmoor Knightsbridge

has succeeded in bringing a vibe that has eluded all of the other dining experiences in the area, with an open atmosphere, the restaurant can be enjoyed by everyone, young and old – this was particular felt by us when taking a visit.

briand, and Porterhouse. It doesn’t stop there though, taking inspiration from travels across Asia, signature dishes include Singapore-style Devilled Lobster, Vietnamese-style Oysters and Wild Sea Bass, raw with Chilli & Ginger.

The menu offers steak that tastes exceedingly good and by far the best in the city including Tomahawk, Chateau-

Clearly doing a lot right in a very competitive restaurant industry, owners Will and Huw are opening a flagship in the World Trade Center in New York at the end of 2017 – encompassing 14,000 sq. ft. They will seek out the best American farms to source its beef and other ingredients, featuring many of the culinary elements that define Hawksmoor here in the UK, and Europe as the best steakhouse around – sign up for updates at www.thehawksmoor.com/ news.

Hawksmoor has an astounding reputation that clearly precedes the group, and makes every trip worth every penny, a service that lasts long in the memory and a taste that can never be forgotten – give it a try, you definitely won’t be disappointed!

For more information and to book in that special experience, visit http://thehawksmoor.com or visit their Twitter handle @HawksmoorLondon

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