Greg Louganis Returns to Mission Viejo Nadadores

On May 25th, I had the honor of meeting Greg Louganis in person at the Mission Viejo Nadadores dive meet.  Louganis, alum of UC Irvine and MV Nadadores was a special guest at the school to support young divers. I’ve been a fan of Louganis since I was 15 years old. I remember watching him […]

Up Close and Personal with Jessie Bridges

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Jessie Bridges. She is a talented young singer and the daughter of famous actor, Jeff Bridges. The first time I saw her was when she opened for The Abiders concert at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano. She had exceptional stage presence, had real heart and soul […]

Jason Priestley: A Memoir – Book Signing Event at Laguna Beach Books

Jason Priestley, known as Brandon Walsh on the 90’s television series “Beverly Hills 90210” recently made an appearance in Laguna Beach to present his new book, “Jason Priestley: A Memoir“ He came in right through the front door of independent Laguna Beach Books which is on Pacific Coast Highway. As the fans waited in line […]

The Hollywood Show – The Ultimate Autograph Show

Going to The Hollywood Show has been a tradition for me since the first time I visited in 2012. In fact, The Hollywood Show was one of the channels that helped me create my blog about ‘80s and ‘90s pop culture. I remember one time I was just Googling celebrity autographs and a link came […]

Matthew Modine’s Full Metal Jacket Diary

Matthew Modine, a Golden Globe awardee known for his role as Private Joker in Full Metal Jacket, published a limited edition book of his diary and photos of FMJ back in 2005. This diary has now been updated as an iPad app and it will soon be an audiobook. Modine’s Full Metal Jacket Diary Ipad App […]

An Evening with Tom Wopat at The Curtis Theatre in Brea

The Tony Award nominee and star of the hit TV show of the ’80s “The Dukes of Hazzard” Tom Wopat crooned the audience last April 19 at The Curtis Theatre in Brea. After 30 years, Wopat still looked great and his voice still sounded smooth and rich. He started with the song “I’ve Got Your […]

Jeff Bridges – Musician, Photographer, Actor, Sculptor, Humanitarian and “The Dude”

  There was no introduction or grand entrance for the ultimate artist, Academy Award winner, and Hollywood royalty Jeff Bridges. He performed April 24, Thursday at The Coach House San Juan Capistrano. Instead, he came down on the stage and proudly introduced his daughter, Jessie Bridges, as an opening act. The loving father mentioned the best […]

Lita Ford of “The Runaways” Still Rockin’ Away

Lita Ford guitarist of a successful recording and touring act of the late ‘70s, “The Runaways”, played a significant part of the band’s sound. With the band’s signature single, “Cherry Bomb” in 1979, they became an international sensation especially in Japan. In 2010, a movie was made about “The Runaways” and premiered at The Sundance […]

Apollonia Kotero of Purple Rain, what’s keepin’ her up nowadays?

You have probably wondered where is Apollonia Kotero now, the love interest of Prince in the hit movie “Purple Rain” in 1984. Kotero recorded the song “Sex Shooter” written by Prince. It was a Top 10 hit in US R&B and US Dance Charts in 1984. The former Ms. San Pedro and an LA Rams […]

Katherine Schwarzenegger, She Just Graduated, Now What?

It was so much fun interviewing Katherine Schwarzenegger, the eldest daughter of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver at Barnes & Noble at Huntington Beach. She was sharp and friendly during the interview. We talked about her latest book, “I just Graduated, Now what?” I thought this book was only for college and high school graduates […]