A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Divorce

Cover photo- Marie Pettit Gregson and Corbin Timbrook are excellent in the production, “A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Divorce,” at the Two Roads Theater in Studio City. Inside photo- Laura Walker and Ian Nemser. A Delicious View of Divorce By Buddy Sampson “A Funny Thing Happened...

August 2nd, 2022 | Entertainment, Theater | Read More

People You Should Know-Toby Thomas- In Being a Good Dude that’s Changing Lives

Cover and Inside Photo- Toby Thomas, a philanthropist who recently assisted a citizen in Compton, California. By Buddy Sampson In today’s media blown world, philanthropy, for those that have means, are part of the world of publicity, showing up at missions across the country on Thanksgiving and Christmas...

July 23rd, 2022 | Entertainment, News | Read More

Zack Yanni-People You Should Know

Cover photo: Zack Yanni, known in Los Angeles as a fitness model, trainer and guru is quite an accomplished actor, appearing in Netflix’s “Trees of Peace.” Photo: Patience Eding. Inside photo: Zack Yanni. Photo: Ron Ray. Running With the Wind at His Back By Buddy Sampson Zack...

June 13th, 2022 | The Scoop LA Archives | Read More

People You Should Know-The Grimps’ Richard Sirgiovanni

Cover Photo- The Grimps, by Richard Sirgiovanni; Inside- Richard Sirgiovanni, who is also an accomplished musician. Creating a New Dimension of Cartoon Imagery By Buddy Sampson Animators are creative, artistic sorts that bring characters to life in very distinctive ways. From the Warner cartoons that...

June 3rd, 2022 | Entertainment, Film Reviews | Read More

“Who Said You Can Touch My Hair!”

Cover and Inside Photo: Author Dr. Tamecca S. Rogers. Her book, “Who Said You Can Touch My Hair” is available on Amazon. The book, by Dr. Tamecca S. Rogers explores Issues of Hair and Black women By Buddy Sampson Hair, specifically Black hair has been a subject of wonder and controversy since the...

May 11th, 2022 | Beauty, Book Reviews, Style | Read More

Gemaine- The Artist Is Turning Up The Volume on Old School R&B

Cover Photo: Gemaine. Inside photo: Gemaine(C) is flanked by ymtk(L) and Charlie Heat. (seated in car.) Just Don’t Ask Him to Drive By Buddy Sampson Artist, musician and Compton, California native Gemaine is turning up R&B music to a new volume. His new single, “No Questions,” is a throwback...

April 10th, 2022 | Community News, Entertainment, News | Read More

Charmaine Blakes’s Oscar Viewing Dinner Event Honoring Jason Derulo

Cover and Inside Photo- Jason Derulo. An Oscar Viewing Dinner Honoring Jason Derulo to Benefit the Faber Ryan Youth Foundation Hollywood, CA, March 14, 2022 — The Charmaine Blake Red Carpet Oscar Viewing Dinner will take place on Oscar Night, Sunday, March 27th, 2022. The event is an elegant black-tie...

March 16th, 2022 | The Scoop LA Archives | Read More

The Many Achievements of Black Culture in Business, Sports and Entertainment take Center Stage in Super Bowl LVI.

Cover photo- a tearful and jubilant Aaron Donald, defensive end for the Los Angeles Rams in an interview after the game. Inside photo- Aaron Donald(L) and Cooper Kupp, two stars of the Rams after their win over Cincinnati, 23-20. By Buddy Sampson Los Angeles, California-Black culture in Inglewood, Compton...

February 14th, 2022 | Entertainment, Sports | Read More

Valet of the Dolls Gillian Harris

Cover photo- Gillian Harris, who formerly worked as a radio personality for KACE-FM. Inside photo: Gillian Harris, an avid archer, is the CEO of Valet of the Dolls. The former KACE-FM Radio Personality assesses partying during a pandemic. By Buddy Sampson Many businesses, including Black businesses in...

January 21st, 2022 | Entertainment | Read More

African American Men- Watch Carefully The Staffs of your Doctors

Cover and Inside photo: Musician and Publisher Buddy Sampson. Cover photo: Bob Delgadillo. First, Happy New Year. We’ve had a turbulent last couple of years and I’m hoping that the Lord is watching over you. Yesterday it was a simple thing, but it’s why I say I have The Lord’s protection....

January 14th, 2022 | Commentary, Community News | Read More