Sue Wong

Jacqueline Murphy’s “The Admired:” A Dramatic Journey Through Time and Vaulting Ambition 

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Jacqueline Murphy’s “The Admired:” A Dramatic Journey Through Time and Vaulting Ambition 

The Event The fascinating short film “The Admired,” a highly lauded feature created, co-written, directed, produced, and performed by Jacqueline Murphy, was screened on August 24, 2024 at the Tarzana International Film Festival at the Sherman Oaks Galleria. After the screening, everyone in attendance was invited to the nearby P.F. Chang’s restaurant for some fabulous fare, graciously provided by Murphy and her husband Fred Stahl, who is a powerhouse in his own right in the…

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Rebel: Music Video Embraces a Fusion of Art, Sound, Love, and Protest

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Rebel: Music Video Embraces a Fusion of Art, Sound, Love, and Protest

The couple given the sobriquet, “The Entertainment Power Couple,” actress/model Dustin Quick and musician/actor Medi eM, unveiled their latest music video, Rebel, at a special world premiere event held at the Crescent Theatre in Beverly Hills on August 17, 2024. Introduction Rebel is a mesmerizing video that seamlessly blends music, visuals, and emotion. Created by the talented duo of Medi and Dustin and edited by Medi, this presentation represents a stunning audio and visual artistic collaboration which takes us…

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The Cedars: A Timeless Gem and Landmark Edifice Restored to Glory by Sue Wong Goes on the Market!

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The Cedars: A Timeless Gem and Landmark Edifice Restored to Glory by Sue Wong Goes on the Market!

Nestled in the heart of Los Feliz, the historic mansion known as The Cedars stands as a testament to opulence, creativity, and Old Hollywood glamour. Originally built in the 1920s for French film director Maurice Tourneur, The Cedars isn’t just a house, it’s a glorious palazzo which also serves as both a temple and a museum celebrating the golden Hollywood Babylon. Indeed, this imposing 10,000 square foot structure was designed in the style of the…

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FVM Global Salutes Sue Wong, Legendary Designer Who Has Created Her Own World!

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FVM Global Salutes Sue Wong, Legendary Designer Who Has Created Her Own World!

I could spend a year waxing poetic on all your virtues. You are a delight, with a great sense of humor. And your laugh is infectious, along with your smile – a smile that accompanies an ever-active and intelligent mind!  Your artistic expression and multi-faceted creative abilities in many different fields leaves many speechless and  in awe. I could go on about your artistic talents but suffice it to say you are an artistic genius!  Your…

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“Mining the Spirit:” The Spirited Mind and Art of Leigh McCloskey on Display at the Malibu City Hall

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“Mining the Spirit:” The Spirited Mind and Art of Leigh McCloskey on Display at the Malibu City Hall

Artist Leigh McCloskey’s glorious offerings to the Gods of painting, “Mining the Spirit,” were placed on display in the Art Gallery of the Malibu City Hall during a spectacular opening gala on March 24, 2024. The tremendously successful opening was packed with friends and admirers of McCloskey and his wife Carla (who helped curate the show), and they were not disappointed by the artist’s mind-blowing and awe-inspiring works. Simply stated, the show is a sheer…

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The Fisher Building: Art Deco Building Still Reigns Majestically in Detroit!

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The Fisher Building: Art Deco Building Still Reigns Majestically in Detroit!

Art Deco Buildings Still Well Preserved in Detroit  THE FISHER BUILDING, DETROIT  The building known as “Detroit’s largest art object” has been dropping jaws in New Center for nearly a century.  The Fisher — built by the Fisher brothers of “Body by Fisher” fame — opened in September 1928, at Second Avenue and Grand Boulevard. Once known as the Cathedral to Commerce, the 441-foot tower is decked to the nines in fancy marbles, mosaics, soaring,…

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Issey Miyake: A Genius of Clothing Design Embedded with the Human Spirit

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Issey Miyake: A Genius of Clothing Design Embedded with the Human Spirit

A giant of civilization has passed. Issey Miyake, the Japanese clothing designer, made a remarkable across-the-board impact on society with his creations, which showcased his capacities for innovation, passion, compassion, fearlessness, and humanity. Born in 1938 in Hiroshima, he experienced firsthand the horrors of the atomic bomb in 1945, both physically and psychologically. But he determined that this tragic incident would not scar or identify him, and then and there chose the path of optimism…

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Behind the Scenes of “The Closeup”

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Behind the Scenes of “The Closeup”

Edith relished the opportunity to dress Gloria Swanson in Sunset Boulevard.  “Dressing her meant dressing an idol,” she remembered.  Though at first she was anxious about working with the “meticulous” actress who was well versed in fashion–both Banton and Greer had mentioned her exacting nature–Edith found she already had an admirer in Gloria.  After all, Edith had enjoyed great success since succeeding Banton as Paramount’s head of costume design in 1938.  This included contributing to style in film noir…

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A Stellar Evening Honoring Sue Wong

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A Stellar Evening Honoring Sue Wong

Reposted from Los Angeles Weekly Times A Stellar Evening Honoring Sue Wong At The Lionsgate Awake Your Inner Body Event August 11, 2022 by admin Business, Pop Culture The Awake Your Inner Body Female Empowerment Panel honoring iconic designer Sue Wong was a resounding success. Female Goddess Sue Wong was honored on August 8th, 2022 at the Awake Your Inner Body’s magical and extraordinary event at the exclusive private club, RAFFI’s Place located in the exclusive beach community of Malibu, California. Remarkable…

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