
Mario Lopez
Host, Extra, America's Best Dance Crew
Mario Lopez is the host of Extra, the Emmy Award–winning entertainment news program.This is Lopez’s eighth consecutive season as the show’s host, after co-hosting Extra’s weekend edition since January 2007. A man of many trades, Lopez has the overwhelming desire to always keep active. Concurrently with his role as host of Extra, Lopez is the…
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Mario Lopez is the host of Extra, the Emmy Award–winning entertainment news program.This is Lopez’s eighth consecutive season as the show’s host, after co-hosting Extra’s weekend edition since January 2007.
A man of many trades, Lopez has the overwhelming desire to always keep active. Concurrently with his role as host of Extra, Lopez is the host of the nationwide Clear Channel radio show On with Mario Lopez. Not only does Lopez have a proclivity for the entertainment industry, he is also an avid sports fan and has taken his love for sports, specifically boxing, to the next level as a recurring commentator on HBO Boxing.
Lopez is the author of Just Between Us, which was released in September, 2014. In his memoir, Lopez shares his successes and disappointments, never-before-told stories and family values. Lopez became a New York Times bestselling author for his healthy eating guide Extra Lean. In May 2011, he released the follow up to Extra Lean, entitled Extra Lean Family, which features recipes and tips that are beneficial to the entire family. Additionally, Lopez penned Mario Lopez’s Knockout Fitness, a bestselling fitness book that offers readers a look into his impressive workout regime and Mud Tacos, a vibrant children’s book he co-authored with his sister Marissa. As a follow up to Mud Tacos, Lopez also released Mario & Baby Gia, a children’s book he wrote for his daughter, Gia. The book is currently being developed into an animated series.
No stranger to rigorous routines, Lopez danced his way to the finals in the third season of ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars. Shortly thereafter, in summer 2009, Lopez successfully completed his first run on Broadway, starring in the long-running hit musical A Chorus Line. Lopez was named the Alumni Ambassador of Fitness by the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), joining the ranks of some 25 other prominent alumni, including Denzel Washington and President Bill Clinton, in the organization’s BE GREAT campaign. In this role, Lopez helps bring to light the major issues affecting today’s young people, including the importance of graduating from high school and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and the key role community-based organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs play in the positive development of children.
Most recently, Lopez has gotten up close and personal with some of today’s hottest celebrities and most influential Latino superstars on NUVOtv’s exclusive interview series, Mario One-on-One, Special guests include Eva Longoria, Mark Sanchez, George Lopez, Emilio and Gloria Estefan, Anjelah Johnson and Kat Von D among others.
Even with all his other ventures, Lopez is still in love with acting. His credits include a guest-starring role as Dr. Mike Hamoui on the critically acclaimed Warner Bros. Television/FX series Nip/Tuck. Lopez’s run on the series generated an instant and well-deserved cult following. He also starred in the highly rated ABC Family movie Holiday in Handcuffs and starred opposite Mark Consuelos in the made-for-TV movie Husband for Hire, the most-watched movie ever on the Oxygen Network.
Lopez currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, Courtney, and their daughter, Gia and son, Dominic.
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MEDTRONIC
Everything went great! and our speaker was wonderful! Thank you so much for all your help PDA! Looking forward to the next one.

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI – KANSAS CITY
I hope that this message finds you well. We had a phenomenal time with Atsuko this past Thursday. We wanted to just let you know how amazing she was. All those that were in attendance thoroughly enjoyed her and had nothing but amazing things to say about her. Thank you for working with us to make sure this happened!

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
We had a fantastic day with Inge! She was very engaging with all those that attended. Her personal stories about the holocaust were very special and we were moved that she was willing to share them with everyone. Thank you again, PDA for all your hard work and dedication to make this program such a success!

SALT LAKE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Dear PDA Group, Thank you so much for your hard work in scheduling our speaker! From the moment we reached out to you the first time, you worked with us on all details and logistics and kept us up-to-date on the progress. Thank you for all your hard work on making our event such a success! We couldn't have done it without you and your team!

SAP COMPANY
Thank you again, Dr. Kimbrough, for a great presentation, our attendees are still talking about it!

CAMPUS LABS
Dr. Henry Lee's presentation was entertaining, insightful and wise. I, and everyone at Pfizer, especially appreciate the remarks you directed about following your passion and preparing yourself to excel. Thank you, everyone, at PDA for helping to make this happen!

PFIZER
The event was successful! I received many messages expressing how awesome, outstanding and inspiring Ms. Webb-Christburg's speech was."

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. MEMORIAL BREAKFAST, BOSTON, MLK SPEAKER
Everything went well. Atsuko was very easy to work with and the students enjoyed her performance! Thank you again for your recommendation and I hope to work with you again in the future!

CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Dr. Novello left this morning after a very successful event on our campus! Thank you PDA Group for your help from the first phone to the last you were with us every step of the way.

GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
Jordan Carlos was very very entertaining! A majority of students who answered the event survey indicated they really enjoyed Jordan and definitely will bring him back!

WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
On behalf of myself and my organization Entertainment Unlimited the Campus Programming Board of Ferris State University, we thank you PDA and Dan for a successful event!! Dan was magnificent! Students really enjoyed the presentation. I know I did. Can't wait to bring in more programs with PDA Group.

FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY
It was a great pleasure to work with PDA Group! The communication was always prompt, friendly and helpful. We loved the speakers and events we booked through Mr. Peter Walker (PDA Group).

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Thank you, Peter, for all your help, you'll be happy to know that the event went incredibly well! Aneesa Ferreira was by far one of the best speakers we've ever had!

FURMAN UNIVERSITY
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A Conversation With Mario Lopez
Mario Lopez has been in the public eye most of his life. As Slater on the hit show Saved By The Bell, he virtually grew up in front of the cameras. Now the host of EXTRA , Lopez knows a thing or two about balancing a busy career with optimum health. He is also passionate about how people can make a difference in their communities. An alumnus (and now a spokesperson) of the Boys & Girls Club, he knows firsthand the impact that can have on the lives of children. Whether it’s speaking about the inside scoop on the entertainment industry, how to achieve optimum health, how to make a difference in the lives of others, or serving as a host for any event, Mario Lopez offers it all with his honest and personable manner.
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