Rethinking Possible with Daymond John and Common at the Apollo

The Apollo has been dubbed the place where stars are born and legends are made. So it was apropos that AT&T celebrated past history makers and future innovators by bringing a national speakers series to the world famous theater on the last Thursday of February. The series also traveled to other major metropolitan hubs like… [Read more…]

Air Force 1: Anatomy of an Urban Legend Premiere

Last weekend The World Famous Apollo hosted the premiere of Air Force 1: Anatomy of an urban legend. The film, directed by Thibaut de Longeville and narrated by KRS-One, is an hour long documentary of the history of the sneakers known as “Uptowns.” The popular style of sneaker was introduced by Nike 25 years ago… [Read more…]

East Harlem Target’s Red Carpet

Target rolled out the red carpet to invited guests for an exclusive “sneak peek” at the new East Harlem store set to open on July 25th.  Local celebrities from some of our favorite Harlem institutions, as well as models, actors, and singers made East Harlem their destination last night.  On the red carpet, it was… [Read more…]

Scene in Harlem: Janet Jackson

Miss Jackson, Tyler Perry, and Whoopi Goldberg were recently seen in Harlem filming Perry’s new film based on the play “For Colored Girls…” You can view more pictures from the set here: http://gossiponthis.com/2010/06/04/for-colored-girls-set-harlem/4colgirls-04

Seen in Harlem: Madonna

Shooting the Fall 2010 Dolce & Gabbana campaign, Madonna was seen uptown on 145th Street using Harlem as her backdrop. See more: www.fashionologie.com

Seen in Harlem: Project Runway

We kept hearing about Project Runway coming to Harlem to shoot an episode, but we didn’t get a chance to check the episode out until now.  Emilio Sosa, a Dominicano who grew up in the Bronx, but now seems to live uptown, chose the historic neighborhood as his inspiration for the weekly challenge on episode 7.… [Read more…]

Seen in Harlem: The First lady and the girls

On Tuesday Harlem was the focus of First lady Michelle Obama and her daughters as they enjoyed spring break. The Obama group toured the Studio Theater [Ed. note: wonder if they meant the Studio Museum in Harlem?] and the world famous Apollo Theater. They later dined with Harlem’s own celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson at Aquavit.… [Read more…]

Seen in Harlem: The Samuelssons

As if you needed another reason to shop at Best Yet Market on Frederick Douglass Blvd. Seen on Sunday night, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson and his gorgeous new bride picking up a few items from the deli department. Stunning couple! Unfortunately I wasn’t able to get a clear photo so I used one from The… [Read more…]

Saint Nicholas Park lights new permanent Christmas Tree

The chilly December air was filled with holiday spirit as local youngsters provided the soundtrack for holiday festivities. Special guest, jolly old St. Nick (known to some as Santa Clause) made a surprise visit to the park named in his honor. Pets and people alike milled around and socialized with neighbors under the glow of… [Read more…]

Holiday Lighting at Dana Discovery Center

Holiday Lighting Sunday, December 6, 2009 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. This year, Christmas merry-making begins with the 13th annual lighting of Central Park’s picturesque Charles A. Dana Discovery Center. Hosted by the Women’s Committee of the Central Park Conservancy and organized by the Central Park Conservancy’s Education and Public Programs Department, this event includes fun holiday… [Read more…]

Seen in Harlem: Kris and Kim Kardashian

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Scene in Harlem: Jennifer Anniston

Jennifer Anniston, former star of the hit TV series “Friends”, was seen in Harlem shooting a scene for an upcoming film called Bounty Hunter.

Scene in Harlem: Harrison Ford, Diane Keaton, and Rachel McAdams

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Seen in Harlem: Chris Brown

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Late Notice: Bobby Flay is throwing down at MoBay tonight

Seen in Harlem: Rihanna and LeBron

It’s as if the celebs themselves read Uptown Flavor. Last week I posted a note about the new Carol’s Daughter Backroom Hand and Foot Spa and next thing you know the stars show up in Harlem. Pictured above is Rihanna looking perfectly coiffed and stylish, as usual. Check out those polka dot peep toe pumps!… [Read more…]

On Location: In Harlem

By forota. “Law and Order: SVU” has been filming along Bradhurst this week. Next week’s episode, also shot in Harlem, guest stars Hilary Duff and mirrors the Casey Anthony disappearance case in Florida. I’ve also seen shows like “Fringe” and “Rescue Me” around the neighborhood. What are some of the other television and film locations that… [Read more…]