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Preface: ‘On the red carpet… ‘
The Face of Change Gala…
At the NYC Gala: Friends, Family, Celebrities and Colleagues, accompany Supermodel Beverly Johnson, in celebration of the release of her new book.
[Above, Top-Left, Image 1: (mother and daughter) — Anansa Sims beside model, mother, Beverly Johnson; To Right, Image 4: Beverly Johnson with friend, photographer, Anthony Barboza, and A Barboza’s daughter, artist/model, Danica B.]
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[Above Left, Image 5: Danica Barboza and Anansa Sims. Above Right, Image 6: Danica Barboza (photo Credit JointIntrest.com) Right Image 7: photographer, Anthony Barboza
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“In Celebration of Her New Book… ” part 1 EXTRAS : DracoB.com‘s scoop on Supermodel Beverly Johnson‘s New Book, published by distribution of Simon & Schuster, Atria Books.
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DracoB.com‘s roster of attendees, plus photo coverage by guest photographer Felipe Osorio*
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ABC News, Hollywood Today, The Howard Stern Show and more; Photos of The Johnsons, The Barbozas; links to more online coverage
part 3 EXTRAS : Celebrity, Fashion, and Socialite photos and candids by F. Osorio Photography and Leticia.B.
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DracoB.com‘s event coverage of …
BEVERLY JOHNSON’s N.Y.C. Gala Reception — In Celebration of Her New Book…
It’s Fashion Week in NYC ; ) And here’s something else to celebrate!
This month DracoB.com provides you with coverage of ‘DB,‘ the Barboza‘s plus friends and family, at the Private Reception in celebration of Beverly Johnson‘s new book. Johnson‘s candid new memoir, The Face That Changed it All, is garnering lots of attention — as is the radiant and accomplished supermodel-turned-businesswoman herself! Pursue our page of coverage for a peek at the gala evening’s highlights.
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Here’s what you’ll find in this month’s coverage — Red-carpet photos and Q&A’s, including interviews with legendary producer, Clive Davis, & supermodel, Kim Alexis (Found up-top in our article ‘Preface’)
MORE: TV, media, news & radio segments of Beverly Johnson discussing her new book; along with DracoB.com‘s own exclusive glimpse at the Private Reception’s many remarkable, fashionable attendees and Celebrity Hosts
(see our exclusive Who’s Who List in ‘Part 2!’)
… And DON’T Forget to scroll down to the bottom of this article for an excerpt of Beverly Johnson on ABC News PLUS our web-tab to Ms. Johnson on The Howard Stern Show!
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About the New Book
Beverly Johnson‘s new memoir, The Face That Changed it All, –written with contributions from engaging, candor and heart-honesty
With around-the-clock parties at notorious Studio 54; as well as loves, friendships and rivals among the elite of the Fashion and Hollywood industry, readers can look forward to discovering Jonhson‘s interaction with: Jackie Kennedy, Halston, Calvin Klein, Andy Warhol, Elizabeth Taylor, Michael Jackson, Eddie Murphy, Jack Nicholson, Keith Richards, Warren Beatty, as well as fellow Supermodels, Iman, Naomi Sims, Janice Dickinson, Tyra Banks, and more.
Along with Johnson‘s take on a world of fashion and glamour, readers can also expect, as describes, a true survivors tale of how Johnson, despite all of life’s unforeseen challenges, “amazingly managed to survive fame, celebrity, and all the damage it can do to the human soul.”
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The Face That Changed it All, by Beverly Johnson,
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The Face That Changed it All features never-before-seen photos from Johnson’s childhood and modeling days. Also featured, are images taken by photographers Peter Beard, Fracesco Scavullo, Mike Reinhardt, Patrick Demarchelier, and a full-page reproduction of the mother-daughter portrait–
— captured by photographer Anthony Barboza of young-mother, Beverly Johnson, embracing her then infant daughter, Anansa.
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Coming-Up In Part 2 –Continue reading to find out who was in attendance at this month’s event
The Gala Evening’s Honorary VIP Hosts included: Owner of ‘Salamander Hotels and Resorts’ Sheila Johnson; media personality and Celebrity Hosts Nikki Haskell; Photographer Peter Beard; Composer, Instrumentalist Lucia Hwong Gordon; Supermodel Cheryl Tiegs; Supermodel Iman; Recording Artist Lionel Ritchie; and more… Ivana Trump; Tyra Banks; Cheryl Tiegs; Christy Turlington; Russell Simmons… Click HERE to view VIP list
…Attendees in Appearances also included: Recording Artist Freddie Jackson; Recording Artist Valerie Simpson; Philanthropist Michele Herbert; of HBO’s ‘Boardwalk Empire’ Justiin A. Davis; Owner of ‘Bryan Bantry Agency’ Bryan Bantry; TV Personality, Fashion/Style expert, Robert Verdi; Recording Artist, Candice Hoyes; Recording Artist Sheryl Lee Ralph; and more… See Part 2
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DRACO B.COM’s ‘Who’s Who‘ AT
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And In Attendance . . .
See below for our ‘Who’s Who List’ of Celebrity, Fashion and Industry Socialites. — Find out now who was in attendance at the”Face Of Change” Private Reception and Gala, during NYC Fashion Week…
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THIS MONTH’S GUEST PHOTOGRAPHER – FELIPE OSORIO
All credited images found in this section were brought to by this month’s guest photographer, Felipe Osorio
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This List of VIP Celebrity Hosts & Attendees is brought to you by
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Photo by Felipe Osorio. (from Left to Right: Michele Herbert, Lucia Hwong Gordon, MacDella Cooper and Lauren Day Roberts).
(Legendary Record Producer, Music Executive) Clive Davis,
(Supermodel) Kim Alexis,
(Attorney) Gloria Allred,
(of ‘Salamander Hotels and Resorts’) Sheila Johnson, (co-founder of ‘Deff Jam,’ and more) Russell Simmons,
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(Producer, Song Writer, of ‘Ashford and Simpson’) Valerie Simpson,
(Recording Artist, Soul Legend) Freddie Jackson,
(Composer, Instrumentalist) Lucia Hwong Gordon,
(Philanthropist & wife of Lawrence Herbert of ‘Pantone Inc.’) Michele Herbert,
(Philanthropist & wife of Bob Roberts of Lucile Roberts Fitness) Lauren Day Roberts,
(Recording Artist) Candice Hoyes,
(Actress, Sing, Activist) Sheryl Lee Ralph,
Photo by Felipe Osorio (Image featuring, from Left to Right : Nikki Haskall, Rikki Kileman, and guest in attendance at Beverly Johnson’s NYC book launch and Gala)
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(of Essence Magazine) Mikki Taylor,
(Art and Fashion Photographer) Anthony Barboza,
(editor in chief of Glamour Magazine) Cindi Leive,
(of ‘Bryan Bantry Agency’) Bryan Bantry,
(Entrepreneur) Nikki Strong
(Founder of the ‘MacDella Cooper Foundation’ for aid in Liberia) MacDella Cooper
(CEO of Poised Magazine) Audra N. Washington,
(Actor, Staring in HBO’s ‘Boardwalk Empire’) Justiin A. Davis,
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International fashion model, Tasha De Vasconcelos, in attendance at Beverly Johnson’s ‘Face of Change Gala,’ Fashion Week NYC. Photo Credit Felipe Osorio. NYC
(TV Host, Style and Fashion Expert) Robert Verdi,
(Co-Founder of ‘Chico’s FAS, Inc.’) Helene Gralnick,
(International Fashion Model) Tasha De Vasconcelos,
(Fashion Model, Multi-Media Artist) Danica Barboza,
(Fashion Model) Angela Martini,
(CEO; Apparel, Fashion, Global-Brand & Marketing Strategist) Denise Segal,(Executive VP of Publishing for Simon & Schuster’s ‘Atria Book’) Judith Curr,
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Johnson’s Friends & Family:
- Photo Credit Felipe Osorio. (from Left to Right: Anansa Sims, Gloria Johnson, Beverly Johnson and Gloria Allred)
(Supermodel, CEO, Entrepreneur) Beverly Johnson, (Mother of Beverly Johnson) Gloria Johnson,
(Model, Daughter of Beverly Johnson) Anansa Sims,
(Chairman and CEO of Witherstone Group, Inc) Brian Maillian,
(of Johnson’s Family) Nicky Johnson
(of Johnson’s Friends) Debra Carrington,
(Concert Violinist, Composer, Beverly Johnson’s Nephew) Henri Star Muhammad, (Author, Producer, Creator of ‘Cheetah Girls’ co-produced with Disney) Deborah Gregory,
(Entrepreneur) Laurn Maillian,
Photographer Anthony Barboza in attendance at Beverly Johnson’s Book Launch & Gala Reception, during fashion week in NYC
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(Actress) Kenya Brome,
(Fashion Photographer) Keith Major,
(Journalist, Curator) Peter ‘Souleo’ Wright,
(Global and Digital Marketing Specialist) Christopher S. Whyte,
(Style/Pop Culture Journalist, TV Personality of Bravo’s “Blood Sweat and Heels”) Geneva S. Thomas,
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(VP/Global Supplier Diversity at JP Morgan Chase) Dr. William Kapfer,
(Sr. Associate at JP Morgan Chase) Jennifer Bryer,
Photo Credit Felipe Osorio. (Brian Maillian, Jennifer Bryer, and guest)
(of Prudential Financial Mgt.) Juan Fortuno,
(Publicist) Andy Diaz, (Creative Art Director at Genlux — Luxury, Fashion, Philanthropy) Stephen Kamifuji
(Chief executive & Founder of the Ground Crew.net) Audrey Smaltz,
(Professional USA Basketball Player & Olympic Competitor emerita) Gail Marquis
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(The Distinguished Male Supermodel, Entrepreneur) Renauld White,
(Style and Lifestyle Expert, Media Personality) Tai Beauchamp,
(TV and Celebrity Make-Up Artist) Isabel Perez,
(Photographer) Leticia Barboza,
(Recording Artist and legendary Dance Club Musical Artist) CeCe Peniston,
(Photographer) Felipe Osorio ,
(Socialite and Celebrity Hostess) Nikki Haskell,
International Fashion Model, Angela Martini and guest attending The Face of Change Gala in NYC, Fashion Week. Photo Credit Felipe Osorio.
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(From Left to Right: filmmaker, Ross McLaren; model/multi-media artist, Danica Barboza; with entrepreneur, Lauren Maillian; attending Beverly Johnson’s Private Reception, NYC Book Launch & Gala) Photo Credit Leticia B.
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(International Model) Lu Celania Sierra,
(Founder of ‘Peter Thomas Roth- Skin Care‘) Peter Thomas Roth,
(Managing Director of ‘Peter Thomas Roth- Skin Care’) Noreen Donovan Roth,
(Artist, Filmmaker) Ross McLaren,
(Founder/Director of the ‘Wonderland Beauty Parlor’) Michael Angelo,
(Activist, Founder/Director of “Linda’s Voice”) Amanda Moore,
(Surgeon, Owner/Founder of ‘Boyd Beauty’) Dr. Charles Boyd,
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(Media Personality/Fashionista) Alisa Maria,
(Photographer) Sonia Moskowitz,
(of ‘Weina Ltd,’ Marketing Strategist) Bah-Pna Dahne,
(Photographer) Johnny Nunez,
(Art and Event Photographer) SideShow Cherry, (Huffington Post Blogger, founder of MLM Represents) Myrdith Leon-McCormack,
(Photographer) Sonia Moskowitz,
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(Of ‘Broadway Goes to Church,’ Recording Artists,
Entertainers) Will Nunziata and Anthony Nunziata,
(Photographer) Lidsey Recanti,
(Society and Fashion Blogger) January Diaries,
(Performer Fashionista) Christina Sanchez,
(Director of Rheumatology) Dr. Maggie Cadet,
(Photographer) Fadil Berisha,
(Celebrity Fitness Coach) Lana Kerr,
(80s Fashion Muse) Donna Pagowski and Daughters,
(Celebrity & Social Writer, founder of OnTheScene.com) Irene Michael,
(Criminal Defense Lawyer and TV personality on TruTV) Rikki Klieman,
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About Our Guest Photographer
Event, Portrait & Fine Arts photographer, Felipe Osorio,
is equipped with a background in Fashion Photography. Currently based in the NYC metro area, with special projects in L.A., Photographer F. Osorio lends a fresh and artistic eye to Contemporary Weddings & Society Events, with special interests in “travel, art, food, surf & fitness!” For more information on the images found in this section’s coverage of, “Beverly Johnson’s ‘Face of Change’ Book Launch & Gala in NYC,” contact F. Osorio Photography at:
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Enjoy more images by guest photographer, Felipe Osorio and our in-house-photographer, Leticia Barboza. Don’t forget to scroll down to the end of part 3 to view/listen-in-on Beverly Johnson‘s interviews on ABC News, WNYC, The Howard Stern Show, Hollywood Today.
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Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
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Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
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Guest Photographer, FELIPE OSORIO
Event, Portrait & Fine Arts photographer, Felipe Osorio, is equipped with a background in Fashion Photography. Currently based in the NYC metro area, with special projects in L.A.
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Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
Felipe is an artistic & modern Wedding, Event & Portrait photographer serving the NYC metro area & Los Angeles. I’m into art, food, surf & fitness!
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Committee of VIP Hosts for
‘The Face of Change’ Private Reception & Gala
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André Leon Talley • Elizabeth Kabler
Peter Thomas Roth • Annie Leibovitz
Fadil Berisha • Iman • Quincy Jones • Gayle King
Anthony Scaramucci • Peter Beard
Russell Simmons • Carol Alt
Diane Von Furstenberg • Clive Davis • Kim Alexis
Sheila C. Johnson • Shari Belafonte • Judith Curr
Jeffrey B Crevoiserat • Timothy Greenfield Sanders • Nikki Haskell
Christy Turlington • Cindi Leive
Lionel Ritchie • W. Brian Maillian • William Kapfer • Cheryl Tiegs
Calvin Klein • Ivana Trump
Jane Fonda • Tyra Banks
View The HOST COMMITTEE Photo Album Part 1.
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Aaron Walton • Jack Studio
Ann-Marie Nieves • Jenna Bond • Audrey Smaltz
Kenneth Reynolds • Isabel Prez
Renee Harper • Patty Sicular • Charles Harbison
Chad Thompson • Harry King • Vanessa Bush
Nole Marin • Gwendolyn Quinn
Sandy Linter • Stephen Kamifuji
View The HOST COMMITTEE Photo Album Part 2.
Above: Beverly Johnson discusses new memoir, ‘The Face that Changed it All’ on, WNYC’s The Leonard Lopate Show, interviewed by guest host, Jonathan Capehart. Continue for: ABC NEW, HOLLYWOOD TODAY, and THE HOWARD STERN SHOW
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NOTE OF SPECIAL THANKS FOR THIS EVENT:
Extra-Special Thanks for this Lovely Reception and Gala, is offered by Ms. Johnson and her Hosts, to everyone involved in producing this event, including:
Special Thanks
Judith Curr, President & Publisher of Atria Books, a division of Simon & Schuster • Leslie Meredith, VP and Senior editor at Atria Books • Yona Deshommes, Publicity at Atria Books
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Honored Family
Mrs. Gloria Johnson • Dr. Sheila Wright • Leon Johnson • Joanne Richardson • Darren Johnson • Anansa Sims Patterson • W. Brian Maillian
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Platinum Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor Sheila C. Johnson founder of Salamander Hotels & Resorts
Honored Sponsor Macy’s inc. • Chico’s • SkyBridge Capital • Retrouve – Art, Science, Beauty
Sponsors and Contributors: Moet & Chandon • Blue Ice Vodka • Fomage Cheeses • Premiere Collectibles
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