The Immigrant

Cover photo, Ross Kolde, journalist and writer. Inside photo- Aimee Musser, journalist and writer. We welcome both contributors to The Scoop LA! By Ross Kolde and Aimee Musser When we saw the Immigrant, it was merely a read through. Whereas the stage direction is lacking, along with lighting, blocking,...

January 21st, 2017 | Theater | Read More

How to Confidently Accept, Embrace and Let Out Who You Truly Are

Kim Somers Egelsee. By Kim Somers Egelsee In 2017 we are caught up in pop culture, politics, social media and more. Plastic surgery, Botox, high fashion and stilettos seem to define some people like a brand. It’s easy for some to substitute material things for inner depth and beauty. The key...

January 21st, 2017 | Columnists, Kim Somers Egelsee | Read More

Viola Davis Gets Star on Walk of Fame

Viola Davis receives her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Photo by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster HOLLYWOOD CA – “Viola Davis is a sure thing, she is inevitable!” said Meryl Streep when referring to Viola Davis, she added, “She’s a gift to writers, she plants herself in a scene where she has...

January 21st, 2017 | Columnists, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

Cory Roberts- People You Should Know

Cover and Inside Photo. Actor Cory Roberts, who also has a doctorate degree, stars in “The Bad Batch,” which also stars Jim Carrey and Keanu Reeves. By Buddy Sampson Larger Than Life, But Bigger In Spirit A man should be judged not by his stature or appearance, but by the size of his heart,...

December 3rd, 2016 | People You Should Know, People You Should Know/Pg 2 | Read More

Hillary Must Win

Cover photo- Hillary Clinton and President Barack Obama, share a poignant hug in the Democratic Convention. Inside photo- Hillary Clinton. She must win or Obamacare is gone! Cover photo by Getty Images. By Buddy Sampson As the Publisher of The Scoop LA, formerly The Scoop Newspaper, I, and us as an organization,...

November 5th, 2016 | Commentary, News2 | Read More

PPN Throws Birthday Party for Jayne Kennedy Overton

Cover photo- Jayne Kennedy Overton(R) with television icon Marla Gibbs. Inside Photo-Jayne Kennedy-Overton(C) takes time to pose with friends Kathleen Bradley-Redd(L) and Freda Payne (R). Photos by The Scoop LA. By Buddy Sampson Jayne Kennedy Overton, who was a groundbreaking broadcaster in the formerly...

October 31st, 2016 | Entertainment, Sports | Read More

Agunes-SG Sexy™-A Dream and a Passion With Vision

Cover and inside photos- Agunes. Agunes is debuting an exciting new skin care product, SG Sexy Golddigger. For more details, visit www.sexygolddigger.com. Both photos by Isabelle Ruen. By Buddy Sampson A dream is often the impetus of innovative ideas that change the world. When a dream becomes reality,...

September 24th, 2016 | Beauty, Fashion, Style | Read More

University Sheepdog in Westwood CA by Terrence Duren

Cover and Inside Photo- Terrence Duren’s book, “University Sheepdog in Westwood L.A. is a pure page turner. A Gripping Account of being an African American Police Officer in Los Angeles By Buddy Sampson Chances are, if you are an African American man, in your lifetime you have or eventually...

September 11th, 2016 | Book Reviews | Read More

Dr. Robby Gordon- Creating a 3D Spectrum in Innovative Design

Cover Photo: Dr. Robby Gordon creates sensational 3D designs that capture the imagination. Inside photo: Dr. Robby Gordon. Both photos by Lourdes M. Villela. By Buddy Sampson Dr. Robby Gordon’s Art Gallery is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Located in the Hollywood Hills, the gallery features...

September 1st, 2016 | Home, Style | Read More

Retired Officer Terrence Duren-“University Sheepdog”

Cover and Inside Cover- Officer Terrence Duren. He has a gripping account of his service as a police officer in the book, "University Sheepdog in Westwood, CA," available soon in bookstores. By Buddy Sampson The young police officer spots a Mercedes Benz blocking an alley in an area in Westwood,...

July 26th, 2016 | Book Reviews, Community News, News2 | Read More