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SPOTLIGHT STAR
14-year-old Kofi is a multi-talented and energetic star whose light gleams brightly in every genre he sets foot in. From acting to singing and dancing, Kofi has left a blazing trail starring in over 10 national commercials, on television shows such as 'Punk'd' and 'Jimmey Kimmel Live.' He will also be starring as 'Javy Hall' in the upcoming movie 'The Longshots' alongside Ice Cube and Keke Palmer and directed by Fred Durst. You can go support 'The Longshots' when it comes out on August 22, 2008 in a theater near you. Not only is he an actor but a young humanitarian in the making. He is passionate about his work with different organizations to help lessen the blow of childhood diseases for those less fortunate nationally and internationally. Be sure to watch out for this star on the rise, because he will continue to light up the skies with his amazing talent and radiant personality. To find out more about Kof, visit his profile HERE.
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YOUNG STARS TO ATTEND THE AFRICAN MARKETPLACE!
Rhyon Brown, Mishon Ratliff and Paige Hurd will be appearing at the African Marketplace on Saturday August 30, 2008. Rhyon will be speaking at about 3:20pm and Mishon will be performing his new single “Excuse Me Momma” at 3:30pm. Paige will also be speaking to the youth.
The African Marketplace is a huge event in LA normally hosting over 80,000 attendees. The faire offers four different stages, Carribean music, Jazz, R&B, Latin music, a Brazilian festival, a Literary Village, Holistic Village, Tennis Tournament, exotic food court, Cinema After Dark outdoor film festival and more! If any of you are in the LA area during the time of the event, head out to support the stars! The event takes place at Ranch Cienega Park, 5001 Rodeo Road, Los Angeles, California. Entrance fees are $8 for adults and $5 for children under 10 and seniors. For more information visit their website at http://www.africanmarketplace.org.
Also, Lincoln Heights will be returning for it’s 3rd season in just three weeks from today! The new season will premiere on September 16th at 8pm on ABC Family.
DAYLON ADKISON NEW WALMART COMMERCIAL AND PRINT AD!
Hey everyone! We have some updates on Daylon Adkison! Daylon just recently booked and worked on a National commercial for WalmartHoliday Season. In addition to the tv commercial he also is going to be in the print ad! He had a blast pretending it was his favorite time of the year, Christmas! The ad and the commercial should be out around late October, early November.
Thaks to his mother Mrs. Adkison for the updates!
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Alana Ethridge currently has a Hilton commercial running during the Olympics (called "Anthem"). She also shot one for Popeye's a few weeks ago, so look out for that one soon!
Alana will also be launching her new mentorship program, Alana's Achievers, very soon! More info on that when received!
Hey Everyone! We've just added our new Spotlight Star for the month, Kofi! Kofi is starring in movie "The Longshots" that comes out on August 22nd, alongside Ice Cube and Keke Palmer. Not only is Kofi lighting up movies and television, he's also very active in the community. You can learn more about him by reading the Spotlight Star paragraph above, and you can find out more about his past projects on his profile HERE.
Kortney Nash shot a Hallmark commercial with another one of our young starz, Gabby Soliel, that will be out for the holidays! Jaida Benjamin has also booked another nationwide commercial for the Department of HealthAbstinence Campaign. It was shot this past Thursday. Look out for it soon! Congrats to all of the girls!
Kortney Nash did a fashion show called Kids Rock Fashion Show in Hollywood. I've added a really CUTE new photo of her to her gallery.
Thanks to the girls mothers, Ms. Nash and Ms. Benjamin, for the updates!
Gerren Taylor appeared on the Today Show earlier today, with the director of her film 'America the Beautiful'. It's an interesting interview where she talks about the body image of young teens today. Take a look by clicking HERE.
Car'ynn Sims recently booked the role of Ellen on Saving Grace! The episode is called "It's A Fierce, White Hot Mighty Love" and will air on TNT. Air dates and times are as follows: Monday, August 4, 7:00 PM PST, Monday, August 4, 10:00 PM PST, and Tuesday, August 5, 8:00 PM PST.
Pictures of Car'ynn on set of Saving Grace have been added to the gallery. Also, pictures of SG3 at a recent event have been added as well. Check them out!
Hey YBS! We have some new exclusive pictures to share with you guys! I've just added some pictures of Cherrelle Noyd on the set of her latest episode of 'Everybody Hates Chris'. In the episode, she plays "Lil Kim"; she looks really cute in her get-up! Also in the pictures with her are Khanya Mkhiz (as Missy Elliot), Rudee Lipscomb (Queen Latifah), Tequan Richmond and the Exce. Producer/Creator of the show, Ali LeRoi. The episode will air sometime in October.
I've also added 3 new pictures of her little brother Scotty Noyd and other cast members on the set of his upcoming movie 'Dark House'. All the pictures are in the same gallery!
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14-year-old Kofi is a multi-talented and energetic star whose light gleams brightly in every genre he sets foot in. From acting to singing and dancing, Kofi has left a blazing trail starring in over 10 national commercials, on television shows such as 'Punk'd' and 'Jimmey Kimmel Live.' He will also be starring as 'Javy Hall' in the upcoming movie 'The Longshots' alongside Ice Cube and Keke Palmer and directed by Fred Durst. You can go support 'The Longshots' when it comes out on August 22, 2008 in a theater near you. Not only is he an actor but a young humanitarian in the making. He is passionate about his work with different organizations to help lessen the blow of childhood diseases for those less fortunate nationally and internationally. Be sure to watch out for this star on the rise, because he will continue to light up the skies with his amazing talent and radiant personality. To find out more about Kof, visit his profile 
Rhyon Brown, Mishon Ratliff and Paige Hurd will be appearing at the African Marketplace on Saturday August 30, 2008. Rhyon will be speaking at about 3:20pm and Mishon will be performing his new single “Excuse Me Momma” at 3:30pm. Paige will also be speaking to the youth. 
Hey everyone! We have some updates on Daylon Adkison! Daylon just recently booked and worked on a National commercial for Walmart Holiday Season. In addition to the tv commercial he also is going to be in the print ad! He had a blast pretending it was his favorite time of the year, Christmas! The ad and the commercial should be out around late October, early November. 
Alana Ethridge currently has a Hilton commercial running during the Olympics (called "Anthem"). She also shot one for Popeye's a few weeks ago, so look out for that one soon!
Hey Everyone! We've just added our new Spotlight Star for the month, Kofi! Kofi is starring in movie "The Longshots" that comes out on August 22nd, alongside Ice Cube and Keke Palmer. Not only is Kofi lighting up movies and television, he's also very active in the community. You can learn more about him by reading the Spotlight Star paragraph above, and you can find out more about his past projects on his profile 
Kortney Nash shot a Hallmark commercial with another one of our young starz, Gabby Soliel, that will be out for the holidays! Jaida Benjamin has also booked another nationwide commercial for the Department of Health Abstinence Campaign. It was shot this past Thursday. Look out for it soon! Congrats to all of the girls!
Gerren Taylor appeared on the Today Show earlier today, with the director of her film 'America the Beautiful'. It's an interesting interview where she talks about the body image of young teens today. Take a look by clicking 
Car'ynn Sims recently booked the role of Ellen on Saving Grace! The episode is called "It's A Fierce, White Hot Mighty Love" and will air on TNT. Air dates and times are as follows: Monday, August 4, 7:00 PM PST, Monday, August 4, 10:00 PM PST, and Tuesday, August 5, 8:00 PM PST.
Hey YBS! We have some new exclusive pictures to share with you guys! I've just added some pictures of Cherrelle Noyd on the set of her latest episode of 'Everybody Hates Chris'. In the episode, she plays "Lil Kim"; she looks really cute in her get-up! Also in the pictures with her are Khanya Mkhiz (as Missy Elliot), Rudee Lipscomb (Queen Latifah), Tequan Richmond and the Exce. Producer/Creator of the show, Ali LeRoi. The episode will air sometime in October.
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