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Christie Brinkley Super Model and honorary chair for this year’s Southampton Hospital’s 51st Annual Summer Party – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

Cognac interviews at the Southampton Hospital Summer Party – Video by Michael Wellbrock

 

Kathy Hilton poses for a photo-op with TV Host Cognac Wellerlane at the Southampton Hospital’s 51st Annual Summer Party – photo by

 

Rick Hilton poses for a photo-op with TV Host Cognac Wellerlane at Southampton Hospital’s 51st Annual Summer Party – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

 

Socialites: Patricia Patterson, Alessia Antonelli, Marzia Precoda, Betty Sherrill, Lucia Hwong Gordon – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

 

 Richard Kennedy and Dr. Jeanetta Stega

 

Rudy Touzet and Lydia Touzet

 

Sara Herbert Galloway and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose for a photo-op – Photography by Michael Wellbrock

 

Dr. Susan Lucak, and Philip Kassover pose for a photo-op – Photos by Michael Wellbrock

 

 Chuck Brunie and Betsy McCaughey

 

Socialite Sonja Morgan, TV Host Cognac Wellerlane and Robert Parry pose for a photo-op-Photography by Michael Wellbrock

 

Joseph Fuchs, Sheila O’Malley Fuchs and Family

Martin and Jean Shafiroff with their daughters Jackie and Liz – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

Jackie and Liz Shafiroff pose with TV Host Cognac Wellerlane – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

 

Socialite Joy Mark and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose under the parasol at the Southampton Annual Summer Party – Photo by Michael Wellbrock

Elaborate hats, parasols, turn of the century trailing long dresses and designer gowns galore added a special touch of old world elegance at Southampton Hospital’s 51st Annual Summer Party held under the tents to benefit Southampton Hospital’s Emergency Services.

The Southampton Hospital Foundation celebrated the Hospital’s 51st Annual Summer Party on Saturday August 1, 2009.  The event was Chaired by Sheila O’Malley Fuchs and took place under the tents on Wickapogue Road in Southampton.  The Hospital was also  pleased to announce that Christie Brinkley  accepted the position as honorary chair for this year’s event.  As in past years, the evening benefited the Hospital’s Department of Emergency Medicine.    “Southampton Hospital is truly fortunate to have such a loyal community to support the tradition of the annual summer party,” comments Steven M. Bernstein, Southampton Hospital’s Foundation President,  “This support is critical to the delivery of quality emergency services considering the geographical isolation of the East End communities.”

Christie Brinkley is more than one of America’s most successful and recognizable models, she  has also achieved success as an artist, writer, photographer, designer, actress, political and environmental activist, and perhaps most importantly to her, a mother of three. Ms. Brinkley is an active and dedicated supporter of many organizations and worthwhile causes mainly focused on the well-being of children and the world they live in.  She is the proud recipient of many humanitarian awards and has been honored by many distinguished organizations such as Mother’s Choice, Redbook Magazine’s “Mothers and Shakers Award,” Albert Einstein Spirit of Achievement Award, as well as Cookie Magazine’s “Smart Cookie Award.”

A Ford Model’s superstar, Ms. Brinkley has appeared on over 500 magazine covers, both in the United States and Europe. She has been the subject of articles appearing in numerous, major publications.

According to Southampton Hospital President and CEO, Robert S. Chaloner, “This year’s event takes place during a year in which we are celebrating our centennial.  We are gratified by the community support Southampton Hospital has received throughout our first 100 years. We are looking forward to serving our East End communities well into the future.”

For more information please visit www.southamptonhospital.org
 

 

 

 
 

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Ilene Kristen performing at the Triad

 
Ilene Kristen performs at the Triad

Recording Artist, Diva, Actress and Soap Star Ilene Kristen entertained a packed house, no seats available on July 30th for a special performance on her birthday at the Triad.  The night was a little bit of jazz and a little bit of “Rock N Roll” and a whole lot of Ilene Kristen who makes you forget your problems by coming to a night of cabaret at the Triad.

 

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane, Actress Helen Proimos and Soap Star/Recording Artist Ilene Kristen pose for a photo-op at the Triad Theater

 

Soap Star Brian Kerwin, TV Host Cognac Wellerlane and Soap Actress/Recording Artist Ilene Kristen pose for photo-op

 

 Actress Helen Proimos TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose for photo-op at the Triad

 

Fashion Designer Grace Edwards and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose for a photo-op at the Triad

 

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses backstage for a photo-op at the Triad

Some of the well known personalities who have performed here under The Triad or Dark Star name include:

Billy Squier, Greg Allman, Slash, Joan Osborne, Lisa Loeb, Paula Cole, Susan Lucci, Buddy Miles, Ravi Coltrane, Will Lee, Stanley Jordan, Debbie Gibson, Ace Freehly, Rick Derringer, David Crosby, George Benson, Lillias White, Ravi Coltrain, Jeff Golub, Dave Budway, Will Lee, Max Weinberg, John Entwistle, GE Smith, Julio Ferandez, Dennie Davis, Ritchie Conata, Drew Zing, Shawn Pelton, Lew Soloff, Lorenzo Laroc, Tracey Morgan, Moogy Klingman, Buzzy Linhart, Denny Marouse, Michael Raye, The Harris Brothers, Carl Fischer, Corey Glover, Tom Constanten, Lincoln Goines, Lenny Underwood, Mallachy McCourt, Harry Shearer, Candy Clark, Mark Nadler, KT Sullivan, Melba Moore, Chris Durang   Dawne, Rabey   Schiff (Oreo Mountain Boys) Tovah Feldshuh, Kathie Lee Gifford, Richard Skipper.

 
Best known for portraying the manipulating Delia Reid Ryan Ryan Coleridge Crane Coleridge on the hit daytime Soap Ryan’s Hope, a role which she originated and perfected in the show’s first episode in 1975 and played sporadically until the show’s end in 1989. She has appeared on the daytime dramas Loving and Another World as well. Ilene’s prolific career has also included multiple primetime guest appearances, roles in several independent films, professional singing and song writing, and extensive stage work – including a role in the original Broadway production of Grease. Currently, Ilene can be seen in her Emmy-nominated role as Roxy, the drunken mother from hell, on One Life to Live. She also performs her original music regularly in the New York City cabaret scene.
Until my next celebrity event darlings,

Pink Champagne Kisses
Cognac Wellerlane