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Model, Activist and Actress. She is best known for her work as a plus-size model where she appeared in multiple editorials in fashion magazines

Plus-size model Kate Dillon-Levin talks about body acceptance and the necessity of having self-esteem- no matter what your size. Named one of People magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People," she is…

Actor, Comedian, Director and Writer

Well known actor, comedian, director and writer. Doug E. Doug co- stars with Bill Cosby in the CBS sitcom, "Cosby". He is also well known to movie viewers for his…

Actor, Comedian and Competitor on Season 16 of "Dancing With the Stars"

Comedian Andy Dick is one of the many actors to experiment with a recording career after their star rises high enough to afford them such side projects. Brashly funny and…

Actor; Best Known for His Role in "Private Practice"

Popular author, entertainer and motion picture star, Taye Diggs has starred in the Broadway production of Rent and such movies as How Stella Got Her Groove Back, The Best Man,…

Actor, Author, and Producer

There are a few celebrities who take up an environmental cause and actually move beyond a superficial commitment. Ted Danson is one of those celebrities. He is the co-founding member…

Comedian & Actor Known for "In Living Color" and "Black Dynamite"

Tommy Davidson’s exceptional range – stand-up comedy and acting to versatile music ability – have earned him a reputation as an extraordinary performer. Best known as one of the original…

Musician, Composer, Actor, Director, and Writer

Whether Guy Davis is appearing on “Late Night With Conan O’Brien” or nationally syndicated radio programs such as Garrison Keillor’s, “A Prairie Home Campanion”, “Mountain Stage” or David Dye’s,“World Café”.,…

Political Activist, Academic, and Author

Through her activism and scholarship over the last decades, Angela Davis has been deeply involved in our nation's quest for social justice. Her work as an educator - both at…

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Actor, Singer, Composer, Producer and Minister and Clifton, who plays Dr. Dillamond on the WICKED

Popular actor, gospel singer and entertainer who is best known for his role as Reverend Rueben Gregory on the hit NBC television series, Amen.

Retired Professional Boxer, Olympian, Nicknamed "Golden Boy"

The only fighter to win eleven world titles in six different weight classes, and as CEO of Golden Boy Promotions the first Hispanic to own a national boxing promotional firm,…

Hip-Hop Artist & Actor

Talent can be defined in a myriad of ways. It can be an innate gift or a learned proficiency. Occasionally, it's a potent mixture of both, which happens to be…

Stand-Up Comedian, Impressionist and Television Personality; Best Known for "Full House"

Dave Coulier is perhaps best known as “Joey” from the hit ABC television series, Full House, which aired for eight seasons (1987-1995, with 192 episodes produced) and can now be…

TV Personality & Former Judge on The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent and American Idol

From 16-year-old high-school dropout and EMI mailboy to world-famous record producer and notorious TV personality, Simon Cowells success is the fruit of decades of hard work, an uncanny knack for…

Perhaps best known for starring in his own hit television sitcom "Hangin' With Mr. Cooper."

An actor, comedian, and host. Mark Curry is best known as the star of the ABC sitcom Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper, and as one of the various hosts of the…

Actress who has appeared in various television and stage plays

Tawny Cypress has appeared in various television and stage plays. She starred as Cherie Rollins-Murray on the television series Unforgettable, on the second and third seasons. She previously had recurring…

Artist, Author, Producer and Founder of the Legendary Rap Group Public Enemy

As leader and co-founder of legendary rap group Public Enemy (PE), celebrity speaker Chuck D redefined rap music and hip hop culture with the release of PE's explosive debut album,…

Stand-Up Comedian, Comedy Icon and Actor

Named a “comedian phenom and icon” by Entertainment Weekly, Dane Cook has maintained his reputation as one of today’s most prolific stand-up comedians while simultaneously distinguishing himself as a charismatic…

Anchor, CNN's Anderson Cooper 360°

Anderson Cooper is the anchor of CNN's Anderson Cooper 360°, a nightly newscast that goes beyond the headlines—keeping politicians and policy makers honest with in-depth reporting and investigations. The show…

Stand-Up Comedian, Actress, Fashion Designer, Author and Singer- Songwriter

Margaret Cho started performing stand-up at age 16 in a comedy club called The Rose & Thistle above a bookstore her parents ran. Soon after, she won a comedy contest…

Actor, Director and Screenwriter

George Clooney, actor who is best known for his work in various films like Ocean’s Eleven, Batman & Robin, Leather Heads and Good Night and Good Luck.  Along with acting…

Host of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on CBS

Stephen Colbert, the host, co-writer and executive producer of Comedy Central’s Emmy and Peabody Award-winning series “The Colbert Report,” Stephen Colbert is a best-selling author, political satirist, writer, comedian, former…

Actress, Comedian and Voice Artist; Best Known for her Role as Bart Simpson

Spend an entertaining evening with Nancy Cartwright, Emmy Award-winning actress, who not only created the voice of Bart Simpson; she scribed the ultimate insider’s guide to “The Simpsons”, the longest-running…

Actor and Stand Up Comedian, Cast Member on Saturday Night Live and Garth Algar in "Wayne's World"

Emmy-Award Winning Comedian Dana Carvey has maintained an illustrious career. Carvey was born in Missoula, MT. While a student at San Francisco State University, he won the San Francisco Stand-Up…

Award-Winning Actor, Comedian, Screenwriter, and Voice Actor. He is the voice of Homer Simpson and many recurring characters

Daniel Castellaneta Emmy Award-winner the voice of Homer Simpson…as well as Krusty the Clown, Grampa Simpson, Barney Gumble, Mayor Quimby, Groundskeeper Willie and a multitude of others on the historic…

Stand-up Comedian, Actor, Writer, and Producer

David Chappelle is a stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer. After beginning his film career in 1993 as Ahchoo in Mel Brooks' Robin Hood: Men in Tights, he landed supporting…

Comedian, Writer and Actor

Chevy Chase is arguably the most gifted actor/comedians in the 1980’s, he appeared in the classic film “Caddyshack”. Arguably, no other film actor created more indelible comedy characters during the…

Co-host of CBS's Daytime Talk Show "The Talk," Host of "Big Brother"

Julie Chen serves as co-host and moderator of THE TALK, CBS’s Daytime Emmy Award-nominated talk show that examines topical events and contemporary issues through the eyes of five female hosts.…

Accomplished actress whose movie career spans over nearly three decades

Vanessa Bell Calloway’s work on stage, screen, and television clearly demonstrates why she has maintained her staying power. She is a favorite of audiences across the country and her work…

Women & Youth Speaker Best Known for Her Role on "Full House", Former Co-Star on "The View", Inspirational Speaker

Actress, producer, New York Times’ bestselling author and inspirational speaker, Candace Cameron Bure is both outspoken and passionate about her family and faith. Known to millions worldwide from her role…

Film, Writer and TV Actor; Known for "The Evil Dead" Series and "Burn Notice"

Bruce Campbell is a film and television actor, director, writer, producer and author. As a cult film actor, Campbell is best known for his role as Ash Williams in Sam…

Film Star, Comedian, Musician, Writer/Director, Philanthropist; Host, "Wild N Out" and "America's Got Talent"

Cited by People Magazine as one of the Top Ten most successful young people in Hollywood and featured on the Cover of Black Enterprises 40 Under 40, Nick Cannon, 28…

Comedian, Actor and Host, "The Price is Right"

Drew Carey is a stand-up comic turned actor and producer who had the distinction of having two hit shows simultaneously: the long-running comedy "The Drew Carey Show," which ran from…

Singer and Stage and Television Actor. Former star television's "Living Single,"

Former star television's "Living Single," T.C. Carson, who played the role of "Kyle," has become a household name. While he is best known for his work in the sitcom, he…

America's Best-Known Impersonator

Comedian/actor/impressionist Frank Caliendo has been making people laugh his whole career. The man known for his dead-on impressions of famous actors Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Robert DeNiro; politicians George…

Stand-Up Comedian and Actor

These days, Bill Burr is the perennial classic comedian. He's funny, incredibly wry and he doesn't seem out to push any boundaries. In essence, he's no maverick, but goddamn it…

Film, Stage, and Television Actor

Born in New York to a famed family of actors, Mike Burstyn first walked out on stage at the age of three, stole the show from his father and hasn’t looked…

Teacher, Author, and Journalist

Jenna Hager Best-selling Author; Contributing Correspondent, NBC's Today; Chair, UNICEF's Next Generation and Editor-at-Large, Southern Living Magazine. Jenna Hager is a contributing correspondent on NBC's Today show and an editor-at-large…

Venezuelan-born Chilean Actor, most known for his roles as the character Isaac Mendez in the television series Heroes and as Lancelot in the BBC drama series Merlin

Santiago Cabrera is a classically trained Chilean actor, known for his roles as Isaac Mendez in the television series Heroes, Lancelot in Merlin and as Aramis in the successful BBC…

Actress and Comedienne Best Known for her Role as Jennifer in Tyler Perry's "For Better or Worse"

When actress and comedian Cocoa Brown takes the stage, the world stands still. Brown is undeniably one of the most talented comics and performers of this generation. The Newport News,…

Emmy Award-Winning and GRAMMY-Nominated Actor and Comedian

Wayne Brady, actor, singer, dancer, improviser, songwriter and television personality is known for his work as a regular on the improvisational comedy television series, “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” He has…

Actor; Known for "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Criminal Minds"

Nicholas Brendon, who received critical and popular acclaim for his portrayal of sensitive, wisecracking “Xander Harris” on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," turned to acting when his aspirations of playing professional…

Comedian, Actor and SNL Alum; Starred in "Half Baked" Alongside Dave Chappelle

With over 20 years of stand-up comedy experience, Jim Breuer remains one of today’s top entertainers and continues to win over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. Named…

Children's Activist, Model and Mother

Christie Brinkley has appeared on more than 500 magazine covers worldwide. She is also an artist, writer, photographer, designer, actress, philanthropist & environmentalist.  

Musician, Author, Style Icon and TV Personality: MTV's "From G's to Gents"

Recognized in the hip hop world, the fashion scene and as a pop culture figure, Fonzworth Bentley is making his mark in some of the hardest industries in the world.…

Actor and Director, known for his work on television. He is known for his roles as divorce attorney Arnold Becker on the NBC drama series L.A. Law

Corbin Bernsen is an actor, director and producer who has starred in the TV shows L.A. Law, JAG and Psych, as well as in TV movies like "An American Affair"…

NFL Former Pro Bowl Running Back & Founder of Thuzio

Tiki Barber Former NFL Pro Bowl Running Back, NBC Broadcaster is the unique individual who combines a stellar portfolio of athletics and broadcasting with a captivating story-telling presence at the…

Politician and Activist. President, American Values

Gary L. Bauer is one of America’s most effective spokesmen for pro-life, pro-family, and pro-growth values.   Bauer is a frequent guest on a wide variety of political talk shows and…

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Actor and Star of the Academy Award-Nominated film "Flags of Our Fathers"

Adam Beach is a Canadian-born actor whose illustrious career continues to traverse screens both small and large. (more…)

Actor, Director, Screenwriter, Musician, and Singer. With a film career spanning more than 55 years, Known for "Argo" and "Little Miss Sunshine"

Alan Arkin performed with folk music groups from the late 1950s to the late '60s. He was nominated for an Academy Award for best actor for his screen acting debut,…

Actor, Comedian, Producer, Voice Artist, Screenwriter, Musician and Businessman. He was an original member of the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players" on Saturday Night Live (1975–1979)

Daniel Aykroyd is an Academy Award nominated and Emmy Award winning actor, comedian, screenwriter, and most recently business entrepreneur. He attended Carleton University in Canada, but dropped out before receiving…