There are common threads, which link artists, entertainers, songwriters, and actors

Mia St. John, the beautiful brunette boxer with a record of 10 wins and no losses,girlboxer.jpg (10563 bytes) including six knockouts did not start with a career in boxing. At age 6, she started marshal arts, and her amateur career in Tae Kwon Do as a black belt was 27-1. At 31, Mia has achieved much of her success with the help of Bob Arum, President of Top Rank.

St. John, formerly married to Kristoff St. John of The Young and The Restless, spoke about her marriage. "When I first met Kristoff, I was able to better understand how to break into television. I was struggling as an actress. I was envious of him, but now that I think about it, I am a personality in the media's eyes. I am very fortunate to be in the field that I am in now. Kristoff and my two children, Julian and Paris, get along well. We have a wonderful communication. He's my best friend." Mia is currently negotiating for the centerfold and front page of Playboy Magazine. On May 8th, Mia will be fighting at The Las Vegas Hilton. Included on the fight card is 'El Tigre' Garza, who will fight Jorge Paez, and Erik Morales defending his World Boxing Council Super Bantam-Weight title against Wayne McCullough.

Tomi Rae, America's new singer sensation was discovered by James Brown. As Brown's opening act, Rae is currently touring in Europe. She recently appeared at the 18th Annual Music Industry Celebration at the Wyndham Belage Hotel in West Hollywood.fabrice.jpg (11519 bytes) This year's event, sponsored by Anheuser Busch Companies was well attended. April Sutton, best known for her Hollywood reports on Geraldo Rivera, hosted the show. Sutton introduced the honorees, including Fabrice Morvan. Morvan was part of Milli Vanilli, which is still known on four continents today. After five years of seclusion, Morvan has appeared in VH1's top rated documentary explaining his struggles with quick fame. Today he is the voice on KIISFM from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. His new CD, "Love Revolution" is planned for release this year.

There are common threads, which link artists, entertainers, songwriters, and actors. Recently, Bill Pinckney of the original Drifters was honored with the Pioneer Award at the Rhythm and Blues Foundation Awards. Other honorees included Johnny Adams (posthumously), Joe Simon, Charlie Thomas, Brenda Holloway, Barbara Lewis, Mikey Baker, Garnet Mimms, Johnny Moore (posthumously), Barbara Lynn, and Dee Dee Warwick. "Every time you and I meet up, it's nothing but a good time," stated Bill Pinckney. Pinckney reminisced about his friendship with James Brown and how he influenced music. "James Brown and I go way back. He was smiley.jpg (14010 bytes)a little kid when we got started. We played in Georgia in the early 50s with a young man by the name of Clint Brandy. When James Brown got through lumping off the piano and hitting the floor , it was a night to remember." Pinckney is the only surviving member of the original Drifters. He is going to keep singing he says, because there is a message to give and it is God's will.

Tito Puente, referred to as a legend in Latin Music is receiving more recognition around the world. Celebrating 50 years as a bandleader, having recorded 17 albums, and receiving 5 Grammies with 11 nominations, Tito says Las Vegas hasn't really opened its doors for him. "Las Vegas hasn't meant anything to us. it hasn't enhanced my career. None of the major hotels have booked us."

Mike Horn, President of Cable Radio Network (CRN), said talk radio on cablemikeHorn.jpg (10127 bytes) television is fast becoming the way of the future. CRN reaches 13 million households, with 3 1\2 million in Los Angeles. You may reach CRN on the Internet by logging on to www.cableradionetwork.com, or call 1-800-336-2225 toll free to ask your question. If you want to talk to Pete Allman, call between 11:00 PM and midnight, Monday - Friday.

There's something wonderful about the people who make Pasta Palace a wonderfulchefs.jpg (14490 bytes) place to dine.

Just to give you an idea of the tantalizing cuisine, tempt your tastebuds with these two dishes; Lobster Fra Diavolo with Lobster sauteed in tomatoes, garlic, red chilies and brandy, served on a bed of Linguini, and homemade Spinach and Cheese Raviolis. These succulent dishes are topped with Sage Bullu and made fresh daily at the restaurant. Congratulations go to the executive Chef Daniel Pfeiffer, and Pasta Palace Chef Daniel Dolce. A special thanks goes to the very charming Jakie La Monte, the Pasta Palace Manager.

Joe Williams was one of the great jazz vocalists of our time and will be missed. There's a sad song in all of us who knew the wonderful person that was Joe Williams. A true humanitarian who made many people happy. His soul will always carry a song wherever it goes.