Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Latina Leaders Demand Apology from ABC for Derogatory Remarks about Rosie Perez

Photo credit to: Joella Marano
#YoSoyRosie: LATINA LEADERS DEMAND APOLOGY FROM ABC FOR DEROGATORY REMARKS MADE ABOUT ROSIE PEREZ IN OPEN LETTER TO PRODUCERS OF “THE VIEW”

Press Release Received Via Email today:


New York, NY, January 20, 2015 – A group of high-powered Latinas from a wide range of professions – politicians, scholars, artists, business owners, activists, professors, authors – released an open letter to the producers of “The View” this morning demanding an apology to iconic actor Rosie Perez and all Latinas for derogatory comments made about Ms. Perez by one or more sources at the show.  New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, former New York Secretary of State Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez, best-selling author Esmeralda Santiago, and award-winning playwright Josefina Lopez are among the signatories.

The group’s outrage stems from recent comments issued to the press saying that Ms. Perez “is not the sharpest tool in the box” and “can’t read a TelePrompTer.”  “Questioning a woman’s intelligence is an old stereotype that is sexist and in this case, also racist,” the letter states.  It goes on to say, “When you disparage the only Latina on “The View” you disparage all Latinas.”

The letter is signed #yosoyrosie, launching a viral campaign to collect comments from others on this “hot topic.”


A full copy of the letter with the full list of signatories follows.





January 20, 2015


Open letter to the Executive Producers of “The View”

We are outraged that in the past few weeks a source from “The View” has been dispensing derogatory information to the press about Rosie Perez, first telling a NY Daily News reporter that Ms. Perez “is not the sharpest tool in the box” and most recently, being quoted in the industry outlet, Variety, saying that Ms. Perez “can’t read a TelePrompTer.”

It doesn’t take a genius to read into the racist and sexist language hurled against Ms. Perez. Questioning a woman’s intelligence is an old stereotype that is sexist and in this case, also racist. The stereotype that Latinas are stupid is outrageous. There is no excuse for this behavior. Network officials should not tolerate this kind of racist conduct.

The fact that the leaks come from one of your staffers is deeply offensive. Implicit in the insider comments is that Ms. Perez is unintelligent and illiterate. Ms. Perez is a beloved community icon, an acclaimed author, director, a member of the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV& AIDS, an Academy Award nominated actor, a Broadway stage actor, and a dedicated activist. Those close to her know her as a compassionate and generous woman—yet this cowardly insider has maliciously smeared her anonymously.

When ABC announced that it had named Ms. Perez to co-host “The View,” the Latino and Latina community was proud and enthusiastic with the choice. Though it took show executives eighteen years to cast permanent Latina representation on the show, as Latinos and Latinas, we were delighted that finally someone of such caliber was chosen. That the network named an award-winning entertainer with an impressive history of activism in education, the arts, and Latino causes, was even more impressive. In naming Ms. Perez as a co-host, ABC chose an intelligent, committed, and esteemed Latina role model. People magazine's critic Tom Gliatto acknowledged Ms. Perez as the “best thing about the new View” and a “keeper.” The fact that in less than four months someone from your staff and network is slandering her is not only outrageous but, unacceptable.

We are furthermore disappointed that industry leader, Variety, chose to go with a story quoting an anonymous insider and failed to give Ms. Perez and her management an opportunity to respond. This is shoddy journalism at its best. Your bland statement in response to Variety’s article that Rosie Perez’ “status with the show has not changed,” added insult to injury.

Ms. Perez, Latinas and the entire Latino community merits respect, not insults. We expect more from the staff of “The View” and ABC network.

When you disparage the only Latina on “The View” you disparage all Latinas. Rosie Perez and by extension, all Latinas, deserve an immediate apology.

Sincerely,
 #yosoyrosie

Dalia E. Almanza-Smith
Associate Publisher
LATINO Magazine

Carmen Alustiza-Mondesire
Artist

Marilyn Alverio
CEO
Latinas & Power Inc.

Clara Padilla Andrews
President, Padilla Media 

Rosi Amador
Amador Bilingual

Marcela Bailey
Chief Digital Officer
Hispanic Scholarship Fund

Dolores Batista 
Allstate Insurance Company
Agency Owner, Karma Group LLC

Juana Bordas
President
Mestiza Leadership International

Sarah R. Bisconte
Independent Publicist

Marisa Calderon
Chief of Staff/Deputy Executive Director
NAHREP – National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals

Elba Cabrera
Arts Activist

Dr. Zulmara Cline
CSU Administrator
CEO Roots and Wings
Founder of Latina Gratitude Month

Lorraine Cortes-Vazquez
Former Secretary of State, New York

Evelyn Collazo
Artist

Lisa Trevino Cummins
President
Urban Strategies

Ingrid Duran
Co-Founder & Principal
D&P Creative Strategies

Gina Linn Espinoza
Founder /CEO, UpLatino,
Get Wise Latinas & Million Latina March

Dolores M. Fernandez
Professor
Hunter College, CUNY

Aurora Flores
CEO
Aurora Communications, Inc.

Honorable Lucy Flores
Senior Attorney
Maddox, Isaacson & Cisneros, LLP

Marisol Gómez-Mouakad
Producer, Director
Hormiga Cinema, LLC


Jessica González-Rojas
Executive Director
National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health

Christine Gutierrez
Psychotherapist & Life Coach

Sandra Guzmán
Author, Journalist
Former Editor, Latina, heart & soul magazines

Bel Hernandez
Executive Producer, CBS2 Hola
Publisher, Latinheat.com

Rev. Carmen Hernandez
Founder
The NYCLGBTQS Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Amy Hinojosa
President and CEO
MANA, A National Latina Organization

Madeline LaSalle, LCSW
Founder & Executive Director 
Latinas Leading Tomorrow 

Dhalma Llanos Figueroa
Author

Tania M. Lambert
Writer Editor

Josefina López
Founding & Artistic Director
CASA 0101 Theater
Playwright, Real Women Have Curves

Ashley Love
Social Justice Activist, Journalist



Sandra E. Madrid, PhD
University of Washington Administrator 
Past Chair National Hispania Leadership Institute 
Founding Member, Latina/o Bar Association of Washington 

Azucena Maldonado
Founder/CEO
LGA - Latina Golfers Association

Melissa Mark-Viverito
City Council Member
Speaker, New York City Council

Loyda Martinez
Community Activist
Northern New Mexico

Rosa M. Melendez
Former U.S. Marshal for the Western District of WA
Retired Region 10 Director, USDOJ-CRS

Elisha Miranda
Writer, Director, Professor
Chica Sol Films

Marisol Morales
Director of Civic and Community Engagement
University of La Verne

Dr. Marta Moreno Vega
President & Founder
Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Center

Ivette Mayo
Founder & CEO
Yo Soy Expressions, LLC

Cecilia Mota
Founder
Coaching on the Go Network
Executive Director
Manny Mota International Foundation

Nancy Santiago Negron, Esq.
Opportunity Finance Network

Linda Nieves-Powell
Writer, Director

Maria F. Nieto
Writer, Producer

Catherine Pino
Co-Founder & Principal
D&P Creative Strategies

Kathy Quintana
Executive Vice President
HUB International Insurance Services Inc.

Sofia Quintero
Writer, Producer

Carmen Ramos-Watson
President/CEO
QMRI

Elianne Ramos
Principal, Speak Hispanic Communications
Founder, Border Kids Relief Project

Gladys Rivera
President, Puerto Rican Day Parade
Greater Hartford Region

Gina Rodriguez
Owner
Hecho con Cariño

Shirley Rodriguez
Founder & CEO
Create the Remarkable Inc.

Rosanna Rosado
Publisher Emeritus
El Diario La Prensa

Esmeralda Santiago
Author

Teresa Santiago, Chairperson 
Comite Noviembre 

Diana Shakti Contreras
Professor
CE Mesa College

Carmen Sierra
Director, Parent University

Dayanara Torres
Miss Universe 1993
Actor, Author

Jeannette Torres-Alvarez 
Mental Health Counselor-Early Childhood Expert 

Lydia Varela
Founder
LatinaXchange

Sandra Velasquez
Singer/Songwriter
Pistolera

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Ben SherwoodPresident, Disney

David Sloan

Tom Cibrowski
Sr. Vice President ABC News Division


Bill Wolff
Executive producer, ABC's "The View"

Randy Barone, ABC’s The View
Executive Producer

Barbara Fedida
Executive Producer

Brian Balthazar
Senior Executive Producer, ABC’s The View

Sunday, December 14, 2014

Meet Angelo Talebi Beverly Hills Financial Adviser and Media Mogul

Mr. Angelo Talebi was born in Iran and is a renowned Investment Advisory Representative in the state of California and Certified Financial Planner, acclaimed multi-media producer, director, radio personality, film documentarian, entrepreneur, humanitarian and philanthropist. Angelo Talebi owns and operates Beverly Hills Financial Planners which located at 9454 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 902, Beverly Hills, California 90212.Angelo Talebi is very modest about his mathematical acumen and said during a recent interview, “There is nothing special about it, it’s just a craft a human has.”Angelo Talebi continued his pursuit of mathematical excellence and received his Bachelor of Science in statistics from the College of Statistics & Mathematics in Tehran, Iran in 1977.

In 1979, Angelo Talebi came to the United States to further his educational goals and received his MBA in Finance from the Lincoln University of Missouri in 1980. Angelo Talebi graduated from the Life Underwriter Training Council (LUTC) Personal Insurance Program in July 1981 and the LUTC Business Insurance Program in July 1982. Angelo Talebi earned designation as a Certified Financial Planner from the College of Financial Planning in July 1989. In 2005, Angelo Talebi received his certificate from Harvard University in the area of Investment Decisions and Behavioral Finance. This certificate further helps Angelo Talebi understand his clients and implement plans to address their wishes and desires. After 35 years in the United States as a financial planner, Angelo Talebi has “seen the financial cycles and survived.”Angelo Talebi studied behavioral finance because he knows it is the key to serve his clients by first knowing his clients. Angelo Talebi applies this course of study to help with his clients’ monetary security. Angelo Talebi’s clients benefit from his ability to see the past, learn from its cyclic patterns, while preparing for future trends performance there is no guarantee of future results.



Family ties are of the utmost importance to Angelo Talebi. Since leaving Tehran, Iran, Angelo Talebi has devoted his life to his clients and his family. Although Angelo Talebi is unmarried and without his own children, he devotes his spare time and energy to his sister and her children and provides for the education of many of his nieces and nephews. Family is the center of AngeloTalebi’s universe, and he is proud of his family’s accomplishments. He knows the importance of family and treats clients with this same devotion and attention. Angelo Talebi also knows the importance of securing financial security for his clients’ families and takes a personal interest with ensuring they get a portfolio that meets their immediate needs.
When Angelo Talebi was recently asked about leaving his homeland, Iran,Angelo Talebi stated, “I recognized the Islamic issues plaguing Iran in 1980, and I have never returned.” When discussing the political shifts in world politics and business, Angelo Talebi refers to the pivotal film, “Imam Khomeini, The Man Who Changed the World.” This film depicts the Islamic struggle and contrast to the western world during the instability of Iran. This political shift inIran in 1978, occurred during the same time Angelo Talebi began his life in America.

Since his arrival in America in 1980, Angelo Talebi has rooted himself completely into American culture and patriotism. Angelo Talebi’s office in the heart of Beverly Hills is adorned with paintings of General George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. A bronze sculpture of an American eagle and photo of the American flag waving in the wind greets clients in the waiting room. Photographs of Angelo Talebi with former US Secretary of State, Condoleeza Rice and Colin Powell hang on the wall as a testament to Angelo Talebi’s devotion to American patriotism. When asked what he likes best aboutAmerica, Angelo Talebi stated, “It’s an easier life. I am a world traveler and the more I see, the more I realize what a great place America is.”

Saturday, July 19, 2014

Jarvee Hutcherson Thanks Volunteer Staff at His Birthday Bash at Private Mansion in Studio City.


Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson Thanks Volunteer Staff at His Birthday Bash at Private Mansion in Studio City.
For complete coverage visit our media sister company Diversity News Magazine at
HOLLYWOOD'S MAN ABOUT TOWN JARVEE ELTON HUTCHERSON BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION BENEFITING MMPA & ASYM A HUGE SUCCESS
http://diversitynewsmagazine.com/2014/06/02/hollywoods-man-about-town-jarvee-elton-hutcherson-birthday-celebration-benefiting-mmpa-asym-a-huge-success/

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Holllywood’s Man About Town…Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson Birthday Bash to be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014

Hollywood’s Man About Town…Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson from MMPA & ASYM Birthday Bash set June 1, 2014 (via Diversity News Magazine)

Announcing upcoming Holllywood’s Man About Town…Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson Birthday Bash to be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014 in Studio City at a Mansion in the Hills. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, May 27, 2014,  The Multicultual Motion Picture Association (MMPA…

Thursday, May 1, 2014

Actresses Reatha Grey, Thushari Jayasekera to Attend YEFON: The Red Necklace Official Book Launch & Signing

An Evening with the author, Sahndra Fon Dufe. Official Book Launch and Signing at Celebrity Center International in Hollywood, CA Set for May 3, 2014 from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
On Monday, April 28, 2014, African Pictures International announces actresses Kate Linder, Reatha Grey, Thushari Jayasekera, Producer Jarvee Hutcherson, Businesswoman Canan Ayfer Fraser, award- winning singer Miss Jay, Singer Emmanuelle Girard, Poet/Actress Jozanne Marie, Comedian Rasheed Stephens and many more will join Author Sahndra Fon Dufe will host her Official Book Launch and Signing to be held on May 3, 2014 at Celebrity Centre International. 5930 Franklin Ave. Hollywood CA 90028 from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm


Yefon: The Red Necklace by Sahndra Fon Dufe official book launch and signing with Live Performances by Miss Jay (award- winning singer), Emmanuelle Girard- Singer from the 'Vintage Varga Girls', Spoken word by critically acclaimed poet/actress Jozanne Marie, Stand-up comedy from Rasheed Stephens.
Special auction of specially custom designed red necklace by Laura Rosas, 50 % going to charities that support education (female) ie Tinogona Foundation (Tererai Trent), World Literary Crusade, and Mama Verla Project.
Also celebrity red carpet arrivals and free parking between Bronson Ave and Franklin Street.
ATTENTION: More announcements to be made soon. Thank you and start MAKING YOUR RSVP to Linda England for media to: worldwidevitalpr@gmail.com and talent publicists must email Steven Escobar to have their client walk the carpet to: diversitynews@hotmail.com
Save the Date! Other upcoming book launch and signing dates: May 23- Maryland, USA & May 24- Dallas, TX.
SYNOPSIS: Young tribal girl, Yefon Labam, knows she’s different. During the 1950's, in her Central African village, women are uneducated and are expected to either work on a farm or be one of many wives, but Yefon dares for more—she wants to learn how to read, even if looking at a book could mean her death. Although everyone thinks she’s an abomination, including her mother and sisters, her father knows she’s destined for greater things.
When he is murdered, Yefon clings to the gift he gave her for inspiration—a red necklace. She soon comes to realize that the necklace is no ordinary ornament, but a talisman crafted by the spirits. Yefon walks a dangerous path that could lead to her freedom…or her death. For more information visit website at www.yefonthenovel.com
Yefon: The Red Necklace by Sahndra Fon Dufe is scheduled to be released starting May 11, 2014 on Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com for $15.95 paperback, &3.95 E-book, (Kindle Fire) and special exclusive limited hard copy edition ($25.95)* and other outlets, including both the author's website: www.sahndrafondufe.com, and the novel website http://www.yefonthenovel.com You can pre-order via online by visiting https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vEP2Z_C-vrlOPap02Q9blYLz9RN_WP-xuancs-ILls8/viewform

To watch the novel official trailer reviews visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoT5OBBh4uY&list=PLjg... and to meet the characters go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f2Ubmt_x34&list=UUYsiFgWU9miJnjnnhTH6fYA
About YEFON: The Red Necklace:
A powerful, emotional tale of ambition and courage by Cameroonian-born Sahndra FON DUFE, the Common Wealth of Nations recognized author of the poem 'Dear momma'. (2004). Yefon:The RedNecklace (YRN) is the first book of the YEFON trilogy series. It will have you wrapped up with emotions you didn't know you had. For more information visit website at www.yefonthenovel.com
About Author Sahndra Fon Dufe:
Cameroonian-born author, actress, humanitarian and business mogul Sahndra Fon Dufe is the young CEO of African Pictures International. She works at exposing the history, culture, and truth about Africa, women and the spirit within.
The remarkable actress has been featured in numerous feature films, and commercials, and presently lives in Los Angeles with her hunk of a man, a closet full of shoes and too many vintage clothes.
Sahndra spends her spare time perfecting her craft and soul-searching, on a journey to regain wholeness and cure the spirit. She also hunts for Egyptian artifacts, pieces which have captivated her imagination since childhood. To read her full biography visit her official website at www.sahndrafondufe/biohttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sahndra_Fon_Dufe, andhttp://www.imdb.com/name/nm4677827
You can follow Author Sahndra Fon Dufe on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sahndrafondufeand Like her Facebook at www.facebook.com/sahndrafondufeofficial

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Steven Escobar Attends the 20th Annual MMPA Meet and Greet Suit Up Movers & Shakers

Award winning Steven Escobar Attends the 20th Annual MMPA Meet and Greet Suit Up Movers & Shakers (via The Official Esteban Steven Escobar site)
Hello Fans, Friends, Supporters, Sponsors and Colleagues, I want to share my recent red carpet appearance. I hope you like the photos. Remember to email or mail me questions. I love to hear from my friends, fans and colleagues. Your emails can go to…

Sunday, April 13, 2014

25th Annual GLAAD Media Awards Public Relations Firm Discriminates on Media Company

GLAAD Awards Public Relations Firms Discriminates on Powerful media company Mogul (via Diversity News Los Angeles)
B|W|R Public Relations must be fire immediately. Please do not sent any donations or support to GLAAD. They are working with racist people like B|W|R Public Relations. Read our boss letter: Thursday, April 3, 2014 Sarah Kate Ellis, CEO and President…

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

ESTEBAN STEVEN ESCOBAR HONORED AT 20TH ANNUAL MMPA “NIGHT BEFORE THE OSCARS”


Esteban Steven Escobar Receives Certificates of Recognition from City of Beverly Hills, 
County and City of Los Angeles at the 20th Annual MMPA 
“Night before the Oscars … The Envelope Please…” one day before
Hollywood, CA, March 14, 2014 — Diversity News Publications, publisher of Diversity News Magazine
 from the Diversity News Publications Family of Companies is excited and thankful to announce that their
 own Esteban “Steven” Escobar was honored with certificates of recognition at the 20th Annual MMPA
“Night before the Oscars … The Envelope Please…” to benefit The MMPA Educational Scholarship Fund
 for student filmmakers held on March 1, 2014.
Steven Escobar received the following awards from City of Beverly Hills: The Diversity Award Certificate
of Recognition by the City of Beverly Hills City Council, County of Los Angeles by the Board of Supervisors
of the County of Los Angeles and City of Los Angeles Certificate of Recognition signed by the
Mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti for his participation and contributions to the
Multicultural Motion Picture Association (MMPA).
“I think it’s fantastic that Steven Escobar has been recognized by the City of Beverly Hills,
 the County of Los Angeles, the City of Beverly Hills Mayor John A. Mirisch and 
City of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti for his dedication, hard work and contribution
 to the MMPA. I am honored and proud to work with him and thrilled for him!”
said Hit singer/songwriter and recording artist Fawn.
The event included live entertainment, a silent auction, raffles and sumptuous Hors d’oeuvres including
 a lavish dessert table for the honorees, guests, and celebrity crowd. The event took place at
the Andaz Hotel, Top of the Strip, Panorama Room, Rooftop at 8401 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.
“The beauties of nature come in all colors. The strengths of humankind come in many forms. 
Every human being is wonderfully unique. All of us contribute in different ways. When we learn to 
honor the difference, and appreciate the mix, we find harmony.” said Esteban “Steven” Escobar,
President & Executive Editor-In-Chief of Diversity News Magazine.

He continued, “I am humbled and want to congratulate the other honorees. Remember to keep working forward for many and many more accomplishments that need to be celebrated and recognized while we are alive. Also thank you to John A. Mirisch, Mayor of the City of Beverly Hills for attending and presenting the award to me. Thank you to Lili Bosse, Vice Mayor from the City of Beverly Hills and the rest of the council members from the City of Beverly Hills: William W. Brien M.D., Julian A. Gold M.D., and Nancy H. Krasne. Thank you to Eric Garcetti, Mayor of the City of Los Angeles, Mitch O’Farrell, Councilmember 13 District of the City of Los Angeles and Zev Yaroslavsky, Supervisor, Third District of County of Los Angeles. Once again, I want to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Jarvee Hutcherson, Founder & President of the Multicultural Motion Picture Association for the amazing recognition and for reaching out to City and County politicians to recognize myself along with my media outlets for all my contributions. I want to thank and share this honor with my entire team at Diversity News Magazine, Diversity News TV and Diversity News Radio, the entire Diversity News Publications Family of Companies. Once again, without them I would not be where I am now. So I am in debt to them but my sincere gratitude goes out to all of them who go above and beyond to cover events for our worldwide readership.”

Monday, December 9, 2013

Diversity News Magazine Joins Scream Famous Clothing Christmas Toy Drive 2013

Hollywood’s Diversity News Magazine Joins Scream Famous Clothing Christmas Toy Drive (via Diversity News Magazine)

Scream Famous Clothing & Diversity News Magazine 2st Annual ChristmasParty & Toy Drive benefiting “Spark of Love” runs from 12-5-2013 to 12-21-2013 with a party set for 12-14-2013.On Thursday, December 5, 2013 Diversity News Publications, publisher…

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