Summer Comes To An End

Wassup #BYODFAM! It's been a little minute since I've updated you guys with whats going on in my world.  Last time I wrote you guys an open letter (honest post) might have been in July when I visited home (Boston) for the first time in 2 years or so. Now, its about to be September 1st tomorrow! The summer just came and its already over.

Well, ya boy is in a good head space right now! I'm not working at CBS anymore. Thats right no more OVERNIGHTS!! Since leaving that job I was able to sign with my first agency! My birthday was the 21st of this month so I was able to see another year on this earth. Thank the Lord for that. I've been booking and working on numerous sets. Paid btw I'm networking and staying productive. So, things have been looking up and I can honestly say I'm blessed.

Today, was a interesting day because I worked a show that was shooting at my old job! YES! @ CBS. I honestly was excited to go back and see my old co-workers. What I found out when I got there was my vibe and energy while being on the lot was different. Its changed from hating being there to enjoying my time there. And, the difference is because I was there doing what I enjoyed and wanted to do. There is such a change in your mood when your are somewhere doing what you want compared to being in that same location being forced to do stuff you don't even want too. And, don't let money be that deciding factor on whether you will be doing what you enjoy. For example, the show I worked today I was paid for. Now, if I worked the show while still being employed as security I would have gotten triple the pay honestly. But, I would have been miserable working it compared to enjoying myself for much less pay.

BTW the show I worked today was Ice Cube's Hip Hop Squares on VH1.. Its a Pretty funny show hosted by Deray Davis. A few of my favorite celebs were on it today: Charlamagne Tha God, T.I., Tony Rock, and Fat Joe. There was a few other special guest as well such as Eva Marcelle, Joe Budden & Cyn, etc....When the show airs look out for ya boy in the front row! lol See you guys next post.

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Power Season 4 Episode 9 & Aftershow with Brandon Victor Dixon

REINA!!!! NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This last episode was so sad but still kept you on the edge of your seat. Is Tommy going down? Is Dre going to be successful in his snake-ish ways? We had Brandon Victor Dixon on the show who plays the character Silver and he gave his thoughts on his character and this season. Check out the episode and the aftershow below!

Power Season 4 Episode 9

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Power Season 4 Episode 8 Aftershow w/special guest William Sadler

The latest episode of Power dove more into Tommy Eagen's story line "Who is his father?" Is the convicted felon Teresi telling the truth that he is Tommy's long lost father or not. The good news is we had William Sadler who plays the character Tony Teresi on our latest Aftershow and he shares his take on this season. Watch both the episode and aftershow below and comment your thoughts!

Power Season 4 Episode 8

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Power Season 4 Episode 7 and Aftershow

Power...Power...Power......

New Episode and Aftershow Alert!!! This week we had producer Shana Stein and Actor Matt Cedeno who plays Cristobal in studio. We discussed the creative process and what to expect for the remainder of the season. Watch the aftershow below:

Power Season 4 Episode 7

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Life Changes in Summer '17

Wassup #BYODFAM....
I feel like this will be one of those dear diary blog posts...

I haven't been blogging as much as I usually do compared to earlier in the year. But, a few things have changed since the beginning of this summer. I'm no longer working at CBS Radford studios as a security guard anymore. While working at Radford I often found myself in a negative space. Don't get me wrong I loved being on the studio lot and working different shows, but I wasn't getting along with a few co-workers. It was confusing because I get along with everybody! but everybody don't get along with me. But it is what it is. I refuse to continuously work with others that smile in my face and talk behind my back. I cant deal with the fake so I got out of there.

Now, I can fully focus on pursuing acting and hosting. This is something I've always wanted to do but was always worried about where the next check would come from. I've learned to focus on my skill and leave everything in Gods hands. (Thats what people say when they don't know what to do lol) Since leaving the job I was able to book 2 gigs! Prior to this booking I hadn't been booked since February or March! Isn't God good all the time.....may the church say: AND ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD! I know the saying goes something like that lol

Anyway, wanted to update my readers with what's going on with me and always Thank You guys for reading and supporting my work. Until next time....be sure to check my latest press junket coverage for Annabelle: Creation! Always working!

I had to update this post I wrote yesterday because I received good news today and booked my first agent! Once again God is Good!
 
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Annabelle: Creation releasing worldwide August 11

In 2014, the world was introduced to Annabelle the supernatural horror film that served as a prequel to the successful blockbuster film The Conjuring which was released in 2013. Now, just years’ later director David F. Sandberg; producers Peter Safran and James Wan created the prequel to the first installment of Annabelle titled Annabelle: Creation.  The cast of this new film coming out in theatres everywhere August 11 includes Miranda Otto (Homeland), Stephanie Sigman (Narcos), and Anthony LaPagila (The Operative). Also, the next generation of up and coming stars Talitha Bateman (The Hive) and Lulu Wilson (The Millers).

Anthony LaPagila’s character Samuel Mullins is a former doll maker who lives at home with his wife Ester Mullins. The married couple opens their home to Stephanie Sigman’s character Sister Charlotte, a nun that looks after six young girls from an orphanage. After a few days at the residence, the new guests begin to experience an evil presence. This presence is a negative spirit that resides in a doll which becomes known as Annabelle.

The Annabelle: Creation screenings’ have had audiences from all around screaming and holding tight on to their seats. A few members of the cast admitted to being frightened after watching the final film in theatres. If you’re looking for a good scare this summer than make sure to go watch Annabelle: Creation being released in theatres August 11!

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