They’ve been known to save straight men from the horrors of poor grooming, but last night, Carson Kreesley and Ted Allen opted to save children instead at Save The Children Benefit, held at Esquire SoHo. There they were joined by the very busy cast of Ugly Betty (who were at the NY Times earlier in the evening), and Peter Sarsgaard and Tim Morehouse.  Drinks were provided by Master Mixologist Alex Ott of Sushi Samba and Buddha Bar–and by the way, I really hope that he insists on everyone always addressing him by his full title of Master Mixologist, like, “I’m Master Mixologist Alex Ott, pleasure to meet you.” More»

Yesterday evening, cast members from Ugly Betty, including America Ferrera, Michael Urie, Vanessa Williams, and Becki Newton, spoke on a panel as part of the New York Times’ “An Evening With Ugly Betty” to discuss the Fashion setting of Ugly Betty and filming in New York. They were joined by costume designer Patricia Field, and the panel was moderated by New York Times Style Magazine editor Horatio Silva. More»

If The Oscars are, say, Barbie, The Golden Globes are Skipper, and The Tony’s are the slightly effeminate Ken, then The Daytime Emmy’s are like…Barbie’s weird cousin twice removed, that she is slightly embarrassed of. So what weird sightings could be spotted on the red carpet last night? Click below to find out…

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[Shrek with Steven Speilberg. All photos by BRUCE GLIKAS for Broadway.com] What’s with the trend of celebrities taking picture with Shrek lately? Blake Lively and Penn Bagdley, Heidi Klum, Hugh Jackman, Chris Rock…the ubiquitous green ogre is starting to make Julia Allison look camera-shy. We know it’s been a few years since his latest movie, and he’s been trying to branch out into more serious roles. Still, we’re not sure that excuses his blatant whoring for media attention…the guy is clearly DESPERATE to get written about. Click below to see some of the more flagrant examples of his fameballing… More»

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Last night, the New York City Ballet held its annual Spring Gala at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater. Luminaries from the ballet, literary, fashion, film, and even sports world attended, including Candace Bushnell, Liz Lange, Edward Norton, Hamish Bowles, Vanessa Williams, and hockey player Sean Avery. D.J. Samantha Ronson tweeted about the event: “..the dancers were all so sweet-wish i could have seen them perform. I miss all the good stuff.” You’ll just have to go to the ballet next time you’re in town, Sam!

[Tyra Banks and Clay Aiken. All photos by JP PULLOS for PMc]

The stars came out Saturday night for The 20th Annual GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) Media Awards at New York City’s Marriott Marquis. The event brought influential icons from the gay and lesbian community as well as media and entertainment professionals under one roof as Clay Aiken presented the Excellence in Media Award to Tyra Banks and T.R. Knight presented the Vito Russo Award to everyone’s favorite celebrity finance expert Suze Orman. The event was hosted by comedian Kate Clinton with guests including Ugly Betty cast members Michael Urie, Ana Ortiz, and Vanessa Williams, Christian Siriano, Jay Manuel, Chris Noth, and As the World Turns‘ Van Hansis and Jake Silbermann who shared the first ever lip lock between two men on a soap opera.

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[apl.de.ap, Vanessa Williams, Fergie, Taboo, Will.i.am, (Black Eyed Peas). Photos by ZACH HYMAN for PMc]

Last night, Fergie joined the Black Eyed Peas to serenade some very special honorees at Cipriani 42nd Street at what is considered one of the beauty industry’s top social events of the year: the March of Dimes Beauty Ball. The honorees this year included the president of Conde Nast Media Group Richard D. Beckman and beauty magnate himself, William P. Lauder, CEO of The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. Also in attendance was Evelyn Lauder representing the beauty  and fragrance brand. And with Vanessa Williams on hand as well, this is one Ball that certainly wasn’t lacking in the beauty department.

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