A Restaurant King’s Latest Role May 20, 2017 This interest in movies is not an out-of-the-blue pipe dream. For many years he has been friends with and says he has learned much from such actor pals as David Schwimmer. He credits the local director, teacher and actress Joyce Piven with "giving me the basics" and he has for some time been taking acting lessons with Doug McDade, a longtime ensemble member of Shattered Globe Theatre.
Chicago Open Casting Call “Married at First Sight” April 27, 2016 Are you tired of all the endless dating apps & websites that bring you nothing but disappointment, as you just can't find THE ONE who is right for you? Are you ready for lasting love and marriage? The popular love documentary series MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT is currently casting for their newest season and this time, they have chosen Chicago and its singles!
Bonding over Biscuits October 16, 2015 "You're just too good to be true. Can't take my eyes off of you. You'd be like heaven to touch. I wanna hold you so much..." Every time I hear these lyrics by Frankie Valli, I'm instantly transported back to 1987. A dorky, 4 year old in velcro Transformer’s sneakers creeping to my Nana's kitchen table, eagerly awaiting a taste of her homemade lasagna or freshly baked biscotti.
Talking about my CBS Criminal Minds role on WGN Radio 720am with Sirott & Murciano October 25, 2014 Had a blast talking to Bob and Marianne on WGN Radio this week! Spilled the beans on how I got cast on CBS' Criminal Minds (I actually didn't get the part at first!) and inviting everyone to the viewing party at Rockit this Wednesday, October 29th!
Spike TV’s Frankenfood Show Mash Up August 16, 2014 I had a blast being on the Spike TV show, Frankenfood! A competition-reality series following New York executive chef and restaurateur Josh Capon and actor/musician/restaurateur Tony Luke Jr on their insane quest to find new and unique flavor combinations by pairing existing dishes together (think chicken flavored cheesecake and turtle tacos!?!) - the result tends to either be a delicious dish...or an awful miss! Check out this crazy spastic mash-up!!
Chicago Museum of Broadcasting Communications Presents “A Night with Larry King” August 14, 2014 The Museum of Broadcasting Communications in Chicago is going to be hosting an awesome event coming up in September... A Night with Larry King! On Friday, September 19th at 7pm, Charley Steiner, the "Voice of the LA Dodgers" and Radio Hall of Fame member, will be be hosting this unique event and emceeing the evening.
Chicago Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo on “A Piece of The Game” July 31, 2014 You can team with the Cubs' Anthony Rizzo to save kids' lives. Plus, you can own his game used jersey and bat. How? Keep reading...
CNN Original Series “Chicagoland” Showcases the Realities of Chicago April 16, 2014 CNN’s original series Chicagoland has showcased some of the many trials and triumphs of the Windy City. From the art and diversity to sports and politics, we’ve gotten a great glimpse of what it’s like to be a Chicagoan. What I wish Chicagoland offered viewers were more of the organizations and communities of people helping the fight.
CNN and Robert Redford Chicagoland Advanced Screening and After Party at The Underground March 11, 2014 Check out photos from the advanced screening for the CNN Original Series "Chicagoland" and the after party at The Underground!
