Only Amanda Blakley and Ashleigh Dempster of The Society could throw a together a night of boxing and make it a swanky and happening event. The Society held their 2nd Annual Puma Fight Club last night and had the [yellow tail] Sparkling White Wine a flowing, the oysters a chuck'n, and the fists a flying. Once again, The Society put on an outstanding and memorable event. Photos: John White
The cast of MVP (Deborah Odell, Dillon Casey, Natalie Krill, and Kristin Booth) were at HMV, Yonge & Dundas to launch the DVD of MVP and meet their fans. Photo: John White
The Bat-Pod and Tumbler made their Canadian movie theatre appearance at Scotiabank Theatre Toronto to promote ‘The Dark Knight’ that hits theatres July 18th. Photos: John White
Jonas Brothers Joe, Nick, and Kevin Jonas made a special Live@Much appearance at MuchMusic to a crowd of thousands that packed both John and Queen Street. Photos: John White
Mel C was just one of the many celebrities to perform at this years Pride. Also seen here is Maurie Sherman for Newstalk 1010 chatting with Grand Marshal Enza and Toronto Mayor David Miller.
P.J. O'Brien's was the location of Great Big Sea's secret show to promote their new CD "Fortune's Favour", out on July 08, 2008. Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea posed up with Pat Quinn Jr., owner of P.J. O'Brien's. Photos: John White
The boys of Bedouin Soundclash enjoyed a few Malibu spirits on Toronto Island before performing at "Get Your Island On" by Malibu's Spirit of Summer Concert. Photos: John White
The Society held their The 3rd Annual Smut Soiree that featured gossip columnist Elaine "Lainey" Lui of LaineyGossip.com along with co-host for the night, MTV's Dan Levy. Guests of the night were not only treated to the latest in celebrity gossip but also cocktails, divine food, mini-detoxifying consultations from Dr. Detox, and swag bags that were loaded with gifts from The Bay, Puma, Christian Dior cosmetics, and more . L-R: Tanya Kim (eTalk) / Elaine "Lainey" Lui / Dan Levy (MTV) / Daniel Buckman on the tunes. Photos: John White
The spot to be inside the MMVA's had to be the eTalk Lounge where all the Stars showed up including Rihanna, Donnie Wahlberg, and Seth MacFarlane with Kate Todd. Photos: John White
Rosie O’Donnell, in town for the True Colors concert, stopped by Indigo at the Eaton centre to sign copies of her new book “Crafty U”. Photo: John White
Global Television / Canwest announced their fall line up today and led with primetime series Night Rider and 90210. L-R: Shenae Grimes of 90210 / 'Kit', Rick Campanelli & Cheryl Hickey of ET Canada with Justin Bruening of Night Rider. Photos: John White
It was announced last night at the CTV Upfront 2008 Fall Schedule held at The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts that this will be the last season of Corner Gas. Brent Butt, the creator of Corner Gas has been commissioned to create a new comedy pilot for the network. On a happier note, it was also announced that "Flashpoint" and "The Listener" will be the first Canadian series since Due South to air simultaneously in prime-time in both Canada and the U.S.. Photos: John White
Estella Warren and Harley Pasternak were at the Winsdor Arms today promoting Nestea Vitao. Photo: John White
Grace Restaurant located at 503 College Street opened last with an opening celebration party that brought out the names. L-R: Jian Ghomeshi of CBC's Q with Michael King of Kontent Media Group / Stefan Brogren of Degrassi with Lesle Gibson - sommelier, restaurateur, and owner of Grace. Photos: John White
Canadian celebrities sing Karaoke and help raise money for Gilda's Club and other charities in memory of Marian Goldblatt. The event was held at The Annex Wreckroom at Bathurst and Bloor and was a great success. L-R: Ryan Malcolm from the band Low Level Flight, Christopher Bolton of Rent-A-Goalie, and Tara Slone of Sun TV / Jian Ghomeshi of CBC's Q with Debra Goldblatt of rock-it promotions and Christine Diakos, Jack Hourigan and Andrea Bain of TV show Three Takes on the Slice Network. Photos: John White
Canadian football star Jesse Lumsden joined The Society to share his experience and football career with both the NFL and CFL at The Society's screening of TWO DAYS IN APRIL. L-R: Ashleigh Dempster, Jesse Lumsden, and Amanda Blakley. Photos: John White
Devon Soltendieck and Matte Babel, both of MuchMusic attended the launch of Original Penguin at Town Shoes on 95 Bloor Strret West where special guest K-OS spun the tunes. Photos: John White
POGO “A Silver Soiree” gala held at the Liberty Grand raised over $400,000. The sold-out 25th anniversary event is an annual celebration of the courage of children with cancer and the achievements of the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO). One of the highlights of the evening featured a raffle by Tiffany & Co., and a live auction. To make a quick donation to the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario(click here).L-R: Darcy Tucker with wife Shannon and Minister George Smitherman / Alison Eastwood and Nelson Branco. Photos: John White
Chakra Indian Restaurant, Toronto’s newest culinary hotspot located at 2497 Yonge Street, just north of Eglinton Avenue at Castlefield Avenue, celebrated its grand opening. The restaurant is inspired by and designed around the wonderful oils and sketches of well-known American artist Gregory Burns. It was a night of mouth-watering tastes, Tunes DJ'd by Mint, Nickel Brook Micro Brewed Organic Beer, Kingfisher Lager, and a special appearance by the original "Kid Rock". L-R: Kid Rock and Johnson Yohannan, owner of Charkra. Photos: John White
Electrolux launched their new line of premium appliances with a little help from HGTV's The Designer Guys - Anwar, Matt and Allen at the The Windsor Arms, 18 St. Thomas Street. Other celebrities that attended included Jennifer Podemski and Erica Ehm. Photos: John White
The Society took in some good old-fashioned sin at their latest event, Raunchy Revue that brought back the excitement of saloons and burlesque halls last Saturday at Revival, 783 College St. W. Toronto’s top talents were brought together for a night designed to blow your mind. Hosted in a 1920’s dinner theater setting, the Raunchy Revue featured circus stars, human oddities, and avant-garde thespians. The performers were the real deal, not merely nostalgic amateurs. Sponsors of the night included CKU (Presenting), O’My, Brahma, and yellow tail. Photos: Darryl Wilson
MuchMusic VJ Sarah Taylor gave back last night with a benefit helping the community that helped her. La Fête à la Tête for SickKids took place last night at Tattoo Rock Parlour on Queen Street West. All proceeds went directly to The Division of Neurosurgery at The Hospital for Sick Children. L-R: Sarah Taylor / Devon Soltendieck & Anna Cyzon / George / Rick Campanelli, George Stroumboulopoulos, Sarah Taylor, & Devon Soltendieck. Photos: John White
L'Oréal Fashion Week, Fall Collections 2008 kicked off yesterday with a media cocktail party held at Holt Refrew and the main event, Joe Fresh Style fashion show at Nathan Phillips Square where Coca Rocha walked the runway. Photos: John White
Opening night preview of The Artist Project was a big success with a star studded crowd that packed the Liberty Grand to it's capacity. The Artist Project runs until Sunday. L-R: Jeanne Beker and Christopher Bolton / Tara Spencer-Nairn with Anwar Mukhayesh / Stefan Brogran with Ainsley Kerr and Amanda Brugel. Photos: John White
Here's just a few highlights from the Genie Awards that were held at the Toronto Metro Convention Centre last night. L-R: Sarah Polley and Kevin Zegers / Wendy Crewson and Nicholas Campbell with Atom Egoyan / David Cronenberg and Kim Cattrall with Robert Lantos / and Sarah Polley with Gordon Pinsent and Kristin Booth. Photos: John White
This years ACTRA Awards Toronto were held once again at The Carlu. awards went out to Outstanding Performance - female, Outstanding Performance - male, Outstanding Performance - voice, as well as ACTRA Toronto’s 2007 Award of Excellence. L-R: Amanda Brugel with Kristin Booth and Colin Mochrie / Art Hindle with his wife Brooke and Caroline Cave / Wendy Crewson with Eric Peterson and Laura Burns and Jessica Liadsky. Photos: John White
George got the shot! Now let "Brangelina" try and deny this! Angelina Jolie with hubby Brad Pitt on the red carpet of the 2008 Independent Spirit Awards. Photo: George Pimentel
Sir Richard Branson unveiled Virgin Mobile's Revolutionary new monthly plan with a party held at Circa. Chace Crawford and Leighton Meester of Gossip Girls also attended the party. Photos: John White
COSMOPOLITAN TV, that takes to air February 14th held their launch party at Ultra Supper Club. L-R: Jacqui Skeete - Oh So Cosmo Editorial Team, Josie Dye - Oh So Cosmo Host, and Wilder Weir - Oh So Cosmo Co-host / Mary Jo Eustace, Fefe Dobson, and Michael Seater. Photos: John White
Paul Alexander and Stacey McKenzie of Canada's Next Top Model love New York and attended the launch party for the opening of NYC & Company's Canada office held at Cheval located at 606 King Street West. Photos: John White
Posh and the Girls left Toronto today and if you want to see who Posh was with and all the Spice Girls at the airport, pick up the Toronto Sun this Friday and go to the Hollywood North Spread. Photo: John White
The Society put on another fabulous event with a ballet class for it's members hosted by Principal Dancer Heather Ogden and First Soloist Tanya Howard of The National Ballet of Canada. After the class members enjoyed Yellow Tail sparkling wine and why not? Photos: John White
Cast of A Winter Tale, Peter Williams and Michael Miller pose up at their After party held Hugh’s Room, 2261 Dundas St. W. Director/Producer Frances-Anne Solomon was also in attendance of both the after party and the screening that was done earlier at the Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Ave where it will begin playing on Feb 13, and run for two weeks. Due to the film’s popularity, this theatrical release has now been extended, and on Feb 29 A Winter Tale will move to Rainbow Cinemas, Woodbine Mall for an extra week of screenings. Photo: John White
500 VIP guests and supporters of the Conservatory’s Glenn Gould School attend the Fourth Annual Mozart Unlaced gala benefit at the historic Casa Loma. Mozart Unlaced is a celebration of music, a joyous mingling of classical concertos with cocktails, gourmet tastings and cabaret. L-R: Danielle Iversen with Lyriq Bent and electric violinist Eugene Draw a.k.a. “Dr. Draw”. Photos: John White
The hosts and creators of the extremely popular internet show, twentysomethingtv.com held their first annual breast cancer awareness fundraiser, "Breast Obsessed". The fundraiser was held at 6 Degrees Nightclub at 2335 Yonge Street just north of Eglington. Proceeds from last nights event go to the Canadian Cancer Society in support of breast cancer research. Celebrity guests included Jill Clark, host of Twenty Something / Shenae Grimes of Degrassi / Jully Black who performed / a DJ set by K-OS / and Singer & Songwriter Edwin. Photos: John White
It was a star studded opening of Atelier Thuet, located at 171 East Liberty Street, Unit 151. Guests were treated to an impressive array of menu samplings and fine wines at last night's gala event. Atelier Thuet will open it's doors to the public in just a few short days. L-R: Monika Schnarre & Carlo Rota / Lyriq Bent & Mary Jo Eustace / Charlotte Sullivan, John White, & Kristin Booth / Robert Pilon with Louise Pitre / Art Hindle and his wife Brooke / Lyriq Bent and Chef Marc Thuet. Photos: John White
Shaftesbury Films hosted a cocktail reception at the Windsor Arms Hotel last night to toast the premiere of its one-hour drama series Murdoch Mysteries, starring L-R: Jonny Harris, Helene Joy and Yannick Bisson. Murdoch Mysteries launches in Toronto on Thursday, January 24 at 10 p.m. on Citytv. Photo: John White
Chris Noth, AKA Mr. Big attended the Ford Model Holiday Party in Toronto to celebrate a major partnership between L'Oreal Canada and Ford Models. L-R: Chris Noth with L'Oreal Canada's President and CEO Javier San Juan / Tara Spencer Nain & Sarah Slean / Farley Flex with Eva Avila / Chris Noth & Jake Gold / Chris Noth checking out the tunes with the Dj. Photos: John White
99.9 MIX FM Presented the Andy Kim Christmas Show with the Barenaked Ladies, Raine Maida, Ron Sexsmith, Gowan, Sean Cullen, Serena Ryder, Ohbijou and Dala held last night to a sold out crowed at the Mod Club Theatre. All proceeds from this show went go to the Children's Aid Society. L-R: Ed Robertson and Steven Page of the Barenaked Ladies with Andy Kim / Raine Maida & Gowan / Barenaked Ladies / Ron Sexsmith, Sean Cullen, Gowan, & Andy Kim. Photos: John White
Keith Urban performs three songs and signs autographs at Future Shop's (Yonge/Dundas) location on the 2nd level store entrance. Photos: George Pimentel
L.A and Toronto unite to create the first full-scale nighttime beauty lounge in North America. MUZIK unveiled the Stila Beauty Lounge, a salon-style lounge where female guests get fully pampered with makeup applications by Stila artists and hairstyling by industry professionals – all while enjoying champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Services are all complimentary. MUZIK donated a portion of proceeds to Rethink Breast Cancer charity. L-R: Cory Lee / Laura Vandervoort / JP Ricchio & Devon Soltendieck / Mary Jo Eustace & Ken Kostick / Miriam McDonald / Aubrey Graham. Photos: John White
The Society Toronto put on a feisty soiree of Dynasty-level glitz. A limited number of the elite guests, including Stefan Brogren of Degrassi, met at an exclusive secret downtown penthouse for Bonfire of the Vanities Party, the latest installment in The Society's fab events. Guests threw on their biggest shoulder pads and grooved to sleek 80’s beats while enjoying cocktails in fine crystal tumblers. From shooting pool to cheesy karaoke, guests partied the night away at one of Toronto's hottest parties this year. Photos: John White
Satori Supper Club, the new culinary hotspot is now open! Located at 735 Queen Street West just west of Bathurst Street, Satori offers an innovative menu with fresh ingredients and seasonal flavours finessed and prepared by executive chef, Scott McDonough. L-R: Marty Galin (Marty's Wacky Kitchen of SUN TV) & Richard Bailey (Owner of Satori). Photos: John White
Nelly Furtado and Anne Murray were just a couple of the celebrities that performed last night at Gilda's Club - "It's Always Something" held at the Elgin Theatre. The annual fundraiser event raised over $500,000 this year. Photo: Planet Maurie
Harry Belafonte Honoured at the CCCJ 60th Anniversary Gala in support of the Canadian Centre for Diversity at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel. L-R: Harry Belafonte with The Honourable Lincoln Alexander. Photos: George Pimentel
Frank’s Energy Drink and Gene Simmons join forces with Toronto hot spot, Level Nightclub to host the ultimate weekend party series, November 23-24. Photo: John White
Rosseau Asset Management in support of Make-A-Wish Toronto & Central Ontario put on a star-studded fund raising gala last night at the Carlu that included a cocktail party, silent auctions, dinner, entertainment, and dancing through the night at the after party . L-R: Chantal Kreviazuk & Charlotte Sullivan posing with Kristin Booth / Jake Gold with wife & Colin McAllister with Justin Ryan / Tara Spencer Nain & Rebecca Hardy. Photos: John White
The Windsor Arms Hotel launched their "Tea Room", "twenty-two", and "PRIME" last night to an invite only crowed of Toronto's who's who. The evening started with a tea party at 3:30 p.m. in the "Tea Room”, cocktails at 5 p.m. in the bar "twenty-two”, twilight tea at 6 p.m. back in the “Tea Room”, and delicious menu sampling in the new steakhouse “PRIME”. L-R: John White (Host of Tceb.ca) & George Friedmann (President & Owner of the Windsor Arms) / Marty Galin (Marty's Wacky Kitchen of SUN TV) / Danielle Iversen (that PR thing) & Steve Doss (PRIME Restaurant Manager). Photos: John White
