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Chelsea Handler was born in Livingston, New Jersey, to a Mormon mother, Rita (Stoecker), who was born in Germany, and an American-born Jewish father, Seymour Handler. She was the youngest of six children. In 2002, Chelsea was one of the stars of Oxygen's Girls Behaving Badly (2002). Chelsea got her start doing stand-up comedy, she has since performed nationwide to sold out audiences. Chelsea is a best-selling author, writing the books "My Horizontal Life: A Collection of One Night Stands", "Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea" and "Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang". Chelsea is a late-night talk show host, with Chelsea Lately (2007).- Actress
- Soundtrack
Frankie Corio was born on 7 July 2010 in Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland, UK. She is an actress, known for Aftersun (2022), Bagman and The 8th Annual Young Entertainer Awards (2023).- Vincent LaRusso was born on 16 May 1978 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor, known for The Mighty Ducks (1992), Superhero Movie (2008) and D3: The Mighty Ducks (1996). He was previously married to Kate Everard.
- Sammi Kane Kraft was born on 2 April 1992 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She was an actress, known for Bad News Bears (2005), Today (1952) and Help Her Live (2022). She died on 9 October 2012 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
- Actress
- Producer
- Writer
Emily Montague was born on 30 August 1984 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for The Endless (2017), Fright Night (2011) and Days of Our Lives (1965). She has been married to Damon Dayoub since 2 May 2015. They have one child. She was previously married to Chris D'Elia.- Producer
- Production Manager
Wendy Neuss was born on 24 October 1954 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is a producer and production manager, known for Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987), Star Trek: Voyager (1995) and King of Texas (2002). She was previously married to Patrick Stewart.- Actress
- Special Effects
- Make-Up Department
Julie-Ann grew up in Belmar, NJ. The youngest of 4 girls, always had dreams of acting and singing. She went to school in Winter Park FL at Full Sail University for Show production and touring. When she returned home, she then attended Empire Beauty School in Manhattan, NYC for Film & TV Makeup. From their she was a makeup artist on her first movie Manhattanites thanks to her teacher's connections. After a few years she attended NJ School For Dramatic Arts, she then landed her first supporting role in the feature indie film "Deadly Detour". From there her involvement in indie horror films snowballed.- Garbrielle Elizabeth Brennan was born on October 23, 1996 and is from Westfield, New Jersey. She was acting in commercials by age 4, having gotten a jump start from being a model with the Ford Modeling Agency in Manhattan, which she continued until she landed her first film, "Walker Payne", directed by Matt Williams, in which Gabrielle won the role of Beth, the daughter of Jason Patrick and Drea DeMatteo. In 2006 Gabrielle played the daughter of Academy award winner Tim Robbins in "Noise", which was directed by Henry Bean. Her third film was playing Uma Thurman's daughter, "Emma", in the "Life Before Her Eyes", also starring Evan Rachel Wood. Gabreille's most exciting acting experience was playing the dual role of sisters in a staged reading of director Kirk Jones's "Everybody's Fine". She was able to hold her own and earned praise from her fellow actors who included Robert DeNiro, Kate Winslet, Parker Posey, Matt Dillon and Josh Lucas. Gabrielle just wrapped a short film sequel titled "Raising Meghan", part of the "Christopher Chronicles" series, in which she played the lead, Meghan Powell, who has Cystic Fibrosis. Gabrielle will be entering her 2nd year of middle school this fall. She plays the flute and piano. Depending on the season her sports of choice are softball or skiing.
- Actress
- Soundtrack
Cathy Trien was born on 8 July 1970 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She was an actress, known for Pootie Tang (2001), The Drop (2014) and Gotham (2014). She was married to Peter Scolari. She died on 13 March 2021.- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Richard Tanne was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is a director and writer, known for Southside with You (2016) and Chemical Hearts (2020).- Bobbi Kristina Brown was born on 4 March 1993 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She was an actress, known for For Better or Worse (2011), The Houstons: On Our Own (2012) and Being Bobby Brown (2005). She died on 26 July 2015 in Duluth, Georgia, USA.
- Tiffany Walker was born on 10 June 1994 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress, known for Break the Cycle, One Mo' Chance (2020) and One Mo' Chance: The Reunion (2021).
- Karen Starc was born on 25 August 1979 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress, known for Boston Public (2000), Gods and Generals (2003) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999). She has been married to Friko Starc since 10 September 2010.
- Actor
- Additional Crew
Scott Sandler was born on 18 June 1974 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor, known for Cop (1988), One Life to Live (1968) and God's Army (2000).- Writer
- Producer
- Director
Hayden Schlossberg was born on 9 June 1978 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is a writer and producer, known for Cobra Kai (2018), Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay (2008) and A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas (2011).- Actor
- Producer
- Soundtrack
Brandon Uranowitz was born on 9 July 1986 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Live from Lincoln Center (1976), The Kitchen (2019) and Stage Fright (2014).- Jared Kushner was born on 10 January 1981 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He has been married to Ivanka Trump since 25 October 2009. They have three children.
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Armed with a BA in Film Theory and Critical Studies and a Masters in screenwriting and directing from USC's prestigious School of Cinematic Arts, Evan's journey into the world of filmmaking was marked by unwavering dedication and creative fervor. During his time at USC, Evan triumphed with his epic sci-fi thesis "Recoil" (2015), which clinched an impressive 10 awards and over 20 nominations across 50 international film festivals with a staggering 265 VFX shots. He interned under legendary producer Mike Medavoy at Phoenix Pictures, was the right hand to media titan Mark Burnett, and had a soaring, versatile career through live event award shows (MTV Movie Awards); scripted television (24); reality TV (Survivor, The Apprentice, On the Lot); documentary films (An Inconvenient Truth); and feature films (The Hollow, InSight, The New Manna). Evan's prowess shines in his award-winning work, touching hearts and minds around the world with "The Teleios Act" (2019), a tour de force that secured multiple jury prizes, Best Director, Audience Choice, Best Actress, and a coveted Best Short Film accolade. Amidst his ongoing pursuit, he has taken pen to paper to co-write "The New Manna" (2024) and is set to make his directorial debut with "Motherland" (2024), a project that promises to be a testament to his diverse, artistic journey.- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
Dustin Rubin was born on 18 November 1977 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Fire Emblem Heroes (2017), Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog (2021) and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (2016).- Alissa Ann Smego was born on 25 May 1975 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She was an actress, known for Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997), Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1993) and Star Kid (1997). She was married to Edward "Ned" Bigelow IV. She died on 5 October 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
- Actress
- Soundtrack
- Additional Crew
Reena Shah was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress, known for Julia (2022), India Sweets and Spices (2021) and Sita Sings the Blues (2008). She has been married to Todd Michaelsen since 27 May 2006.- Tony Elias was born on 19 November 1982 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor, known for Star Trek (2009), Private Practice (2007) and Ghost Whisperer (2005).
- Writer
- Additional Crew
- Producer
Ed Lee was born on 9 October 1973 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is a writer and producer, known for G.I. Joe: Renegades (2010), The Drew Carey Show (1995) and Are You There, Chelsea? (2012).- Producer
- Director
- Writer
Kevan Ali was born on June 1, 1992 in Livingston, New Jersey and was raised in Newton, New Jersey. He is a Director and Writer known for Due (2014), Mis/Identity (2024). Kevan is making a name through his leadership, creativity, respect, and determination to make engaging films, which has received praise from audiences, the press, and more. Kevan Ali is a creative filmmaker who has a tremendous amount of potential in the industry.- Sydney Melman was born on 10 January 2001 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is an actress, known for The Babysitters (2007), Out of the Darkness (2010) and Jack's Big Music Show (2005).
- Kristin Vogelsong was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. Kristin is a producer, known for Belly of the Beast (2020), Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) and Sleight of Hand (2002).
- Producer
- Script and Continuity Department
- Additional Crew
Jennifer Semler was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is a producer, known for Theater Camp (2023), The Rover (2014) and Judy & Punch (2019).- Writer
- Producer
- Additional Crew
Steven Lilien was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is known for God Friended Me (2018), Alcatraz (2012) and Hawaii Five-0 (2010).- Actor
- Stunts
- Additional Crew
Jerry Della Salla, is an Army Combat veteran who served 12 months with the 18th MP Battalion, and 306th MP Unit - OIF3.
He studied with Stella Adler and is a graduate of the NYU Tisch Drama Program.
He co-starred with the late Victor Argo in his last film- Personal Sergeant (2004).
He co-starred opposite Matt Damon in the Green Zone (2010), Directed by Paul Greengrass.
Performed with Edward Norton Off-Broadway in 'Waiting For Lefty', at the Kampo Cultural Center, NYC (1992).
Performed with Peter Dinklage in 'Taming of the Shrew', at the NJ Shakespeare Festival (1993).
Boxed as an Amateur in the NJ Diamond gloves, under the Training of Hall of Fame coach Tex Gonzalez.
He was good friends with the late comedic actor Orson Bean, after the two met at a popular church in Santa Monica, CA in 2011. Bean was also responsible for recommending Della Salla to the award winning Pacific Resident Theater, in Venice, CA. Della Salla has been a company member there since 2013.- Writer
- Additional Crew
Margo Jones was born on 12 December 1911 in Livingston, Texas, USA. She was a writer, known for Summer and Smoke (1961), Sweet Tornado: Margo Jones and the American Theater (2006) and It's News to Me (1951). She died on 25 July 1955 in Dallas, Texas, USA.- Actor
- Additional Crew
- Producer
Founder of XingXang, Danny Lopes is a Luso-American entrepreneur, abstract expressionist, actor and film producer. He was born in Livingston, New Jersey and raised in the neighboring town of Kenilworth, where he started his acting career at the age of 8 years old. Progressing from grammar school plays and commercial auditions, he landed the lead role of "Bobby" in Dante Tomaselli's film Desecration in 1999 at the age of 15. Director Dante Tomaselli cast Danny for his second feature film, Horror in 2003 which also stars Kreskin.
After graduating from Roselle Catholic in New Jersey, Lopes moved to Los Angeles to pursue his acting degree. He earned his acting certificate from the New York Film Academy while continuing to work with Dante Tomaselli on his film, Satan's Playground with Ellen Sandweiss, Edwin Neill and Felissa Rose. Danny's acting skills have matured over the years and his passion for film production has grown along with his career.
Danny Lopes continues to expand his career into multiple facets of the entertainment and art worlds by expanding into the music industry and founding XingXang Studios in Hollywood, California. XingXang produces and showcases his abstract artwork which he creates from a place of visceral fortitude, inclusive of physical and digital pieces, large scale paintings, prints as well as clothing. He paints possibility and exploration, his mixed media creations set an experiential platform. Born out of life at its fullest, his color immersions and compilations touch chance and dance with possibility. Danny sees the world and its beings as boundless and his pieces speak to the infinite possibilities in all that is and could be.
Lopes is inspired by the works of legendary icons Pollack, Dali and his cousin, Portuguese surreal artist, Dina Lopes. The streets of New York, Miami, LA and Lisbon often contribute to Danny's inspiration and creations for his pieces, which each carry their own unique tone. The stories of his art are subjective and ever changing, innovating from a place of pride and promise. Having lived his dreams and enduring melee as an artist, entertainer, visionary and entrepreneur, his collective works are the stuff of stars. They are ageless, timeless and immutable, much like Danny himself.
Danny Lopes continues to expand into multiple facets of the entertainment and art worlds while expanding his portfolio with roles in television series such as Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and Dante Tomaselli's upcoming remake of the hit film Alice, Sweet Alice created by Alfred Sole. He resides in Los Angeles, California with his two dogs.- Eshaya Draper was born on 13 September 1998 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor, known for A Thousand Words (2012), College Road Trip (2008) and Cadillac Records (2008).
- Producer
- Writer
- Director
Christopher Cassel is a Primetime Emmy Award-winning director, writer and show runner whose credits have ranged from feature vérité docs to character-driven TV series to historical docudramas and biographical profiles of well-known public figures.
Chris earned his first directing credit for ROME: ENGINEERING AN EMPIRE, produced for History. When it premiered in September 2005, it drew one of the network's highest ratings ever, winning two Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Nonfiction Special.
In 2010-2011, Chris supervised, directed and wrote RISING: REBUILDING GROUND ZERO, a six-part series for Discovery Channel that followed the rebirth of the World Trade Center through the eyes of the builders, architects, politicians and 9/11 family members. Steven Spielberg presided as the Executive Producer.
In 2012, Chris started his own shingle, Castle Pictures, which quickly gained traction as a full-service production company. As President and Creative Director of the company, Chris developed and produced original semi-scripted and unscripted projects for a range of broadcast and digital clients. From 2012-2018, Castle Pictures delivered three series and six specials. The company's Wild West docudrama series GUNSLINGERS set ratings records that still stand for Discovery's American Heroes Channel and garnered two Emmy nominations.
Next, Castle Pictures delivered a series of high profile projects for National Geographic Channel, including the Explorer special BILL NYE'S GLOBAL MELTDOWN (2015), which follows Bill Nye the Science Guy as he explorers the "five stages of climate change grief," from Denial to Acceptance, with some help from his "therapist," Dr. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The documentary won the prestigious Sentinel Award in the Climate Change Category.
More recently, Chris directed his first full-length feature documentary, INTO THE LOST DESERT, which follows Italian explorer Max Calderan as he becomes the first person to cross the world's last unexplored desert, Saudi Arabia's Rub' al Khali. It was picked up by STX Films in 2021 and launched on Tubi that year.
Chris is now developing and writing a scripted drama series set in Rome in the late 1960s with Martin Sheen attached to star and serve as Executive Producer.
Chris, a Jersey boy from birth, is a proud dad of two teens, a lucky husband to his college sweetheart, a soccer coach, an avid reader and a guitar tinkerer. He loves history, baseball, Eddie Van Halen, Jimi Hendrix, Goodfellas and Back to the Future. And he likes to think he's got a few more years yet in that sweet spot where sage experience and youthful energy dovetail.- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Rodney Rikai was born in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for Just Breathe (2023), Howl (2020) and Chicago Fire (2012).- Director
- Writer
- Additional Crew
Danny Donahue was born on 31 August 1988 in Livingston, Montana, USA. He is a director and writer, known for 65 (2023), Witchcraft Motion Picture Company Presents: Horror Anthology - Volume 1 (2022) and Roadway for Strays (2010).- Sound Department
Andrew Robert Murray was born on 15 December 1999 in Livingston, Scotland. Andrew Robert is known for Moth! (2023), The Room Where It Happened (2024) and Tonebenders Sound Design Podcast (2012).- Ken Niles was born on 9 December 1906 in Livingston, Montana, USA. He was an actor, known for Out of the Past (1947), Hollywood Hotel (1937) and Lady, Let's Dance (1944). He died on 31 October 1988 in Santa Monica, California, USA.
- Actor
- Producer
- Director
Jonathan Pal was born in Millburn, New Jersey. He has one younger sister, Kira, and his parents are John and Carol Pal.
Jonathan is most notably known among his friends as "Jon-Pal." Jonathan fell in love with theater and acting when he was only eight years old after seeing "Grease" performed by his classmates. Besides his growing enthusiasm for acting, Jonathan also took part in soccer, baseball, guitar, piano and singing; most hobbies never stuck. He was later discovered by a Broadway actor at the age of 11 at Deerfield Elementary School when he was in the fifth grade school play "Annie."
After spending years behind the scenes and performing community works Jonathan and his family moved from Short Hills to Colts Neck. In 2007, Jonathan began studying acting and filmmaking at Actors Playground and Industry Film School in Eatontown, New Jersey. It wasn't until 2009 that Jonathan began to plan small photoshoots with his younger sister. He put together a portfolio and quickly gained popularity on LookBook. He eventually grew tired of the site and closed his account. He modeled in New York City with his sister and they both contributed themselves towards fittings for J. Crew and the Gap.
Jonathan was reluctant to obtain representation and never bothered. His career hit a standstill as he focused on independent works for several years. Through friends and diligence Jonathan has been able to land several big auditions through 2012 as well as callbacks to each one. 2012 was a promising year and Jonathan is continuing to pursue his career in acting.
In 2012, Jonathan worked on several short films with friends at Silver Style Pictures including Solar (2012) and "Watch Over Me" (2012). His most notable role has been as Finnick Odair in his directorial debut "The Hunger Games: Poseidon's Son" (2012) which released summer 2012.
In 2013, Jonathan focused on indulging in technique and craft. He briefly attended The New School for Drama in New York City and in 2014 transferred to the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. He is currently focused on stage works and is writing a new musical, as well as is planning on returning to the silver screen with new films in the coming year.- Additional Crew
- Actor
- Art Director
Ryan Curtis was born on 31 January 1986 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor and art director, known for Turnabout (2016), Cadillac Records (2008) and Assassination of a High School President (2008).- Director
- Actor
- Writer
Desmond Thorne was born on 7 November 1990 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is a director and actor, known for Dependence (2018), The Disruption (2017) and Roaring 20's (2015).- Producer
- Additional Crew
- Casting Department
Kaitlin Saltzman was born on 11 December 1985 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. She is a producer, known for Herpes Boy (2009), Riding the Lightning and Hipster Death Rattle.- Catana Cayetano was born in 1940 in Livingston, Guatemala. She is an actress, known for Cardillac (1969), Gorilla Gang (1968) and Swashbuckler (1976). She was previously married to Frederick Tully.
- Actress
- Soundtrack
Sally Mayes was born on 3 August 1959 in Livingston, Texas, USA. She is an actress, known for Bye Bye Birdie (1995), City Hall (1996) and Alpha House (2013).- Actor
- Additional Crew
Justin Restivo was born on March 13, 1983 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is known for his work on The Adventures of Pete & Pete (1992), Leave It to Beaver (1997), 4:44 Last Day on Earth (2011) and Bull (2018). Justin attended the Wardlaw-Hartridge School in Edison, New Jersey and is a graduate of Columbia University.- Carlo Salvatore Valastro was born on 14 February 2011 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA.
- Justin Gimelstob was born on 26 January 1977 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is an actor, known for CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000), Cubed (2009) and Wimbledon (1937). He has been married to Cary Kendall Sinnott since 19 May 2012.
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Derrick Todd Lewis is an actor, recording artist and songwriter. Both of his parents were in the entertainment industry. His mother Valerie (Scott) Lewis was the lead singer for Rhythm and Blues group "The Pretenders" in the late 1960s and his father, the late Billy Lewis was a member of "The Drifters" from 1975 until the late 1980s. Derrick grew up in Newark, New Jersey and has 6 siblings.
Derrick's interest in acting began at the age of 4 when he saw the film "Mommie Dearest" starring Faye Dunaway. He performed in his first school play at 6 years old in "Snow White" as one of the seven dwarfs "Bashful". From there Derrick would always be a part of school plays during his elementary school years.
In 1991, Derrick joined the Spirit of Newark Drum and Bugle Corps as a charter member until 1997 and returned as a conductor in 2000. He then joined The Bushwackers Drum and Bugle Corps in 1998 as a snare drummer and was there until 2006. He performed for the New Jersey Nets Drumline in 2004. Derrick also taught many percussion programs in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania including Rapidfire Indoor Percussion.
Since starting his acting career in 2010, Derrick has appeared in productions such as "Creed", "Man On A Ledge", "Where Hearts Lie, and "CStreet". He has studied under Sara Mornell, Tracey Moore, Constance Tillotson, Amanda Lynch and the late Dustin Felder. Derrick added recording artist and songwriter to his resume in 2016 when he released his debut single "Selfish Pride" that was co-produced by Stefan Mossele and Aswad Samad.- Cinematographer
- Editor
- Producer
W. Axel Foley was raised in Springfield, New Jersey and attended St. Joseph's High School in Metuchen, NJ before graduating from Rutgers University in 1996. He and his partner Mike Hull created Fifth Column Films in 2001. Their new film Smokers will be showing at festivals across the globe in 2006.- Talent Agent
- Executive
Darren Prince was born on 6 February 1970 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA. He is a talent agent and executive.- Jessica Tar (nee Sadowski) grew up in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Her parents, Lois and Lambert Sadowski, were both teachers and guidance counselors. Jessica has one older sister, Jennifer and one younger sister, Lauren. From the age of eight, after first appearing as an innkeeper in her elementary school's Nativity play, it was clear to Jessica that she enjoyed the stage! Throughout her academic career, Jessica excelled in forensics, vocal music, piano and art. Jessica appeared in numerous roles throughout her high school and college career including Little Red in "Into the Woods," and The Professor, in "The Would-Be Gentleman." Following this, Jessica was an intern in the Walt Disney World College Program in Florida, but elected to come home to her family following the events of September 11, 2001 and took a new job in New Jersey as a waitress. She then thew herself into a flurry of songwriting and dedicated much of her time to learning her instruments and succeeded in a solo compilation of songs roused by her emotions of 9/11 and the uncertainty and wishful sense of her relationship with her then boyfriend, Thomas "TJ" Tar. Eventually, seven years after first meeting in their high school marching band, TJ would take his place as Jessica's true love of her life. He proposed to her and they were married on November 19, 2005 when Jessica was 23 years old and TJ was 26. Among Jessica's many interests, she also loved animals, having been greatly influenced by her sister Jenn, a veterinary technician and the late wildlife conservationist, Steve Irwin and his wife Terri Irwin. Jessica took a position as a volunteer animal keeper at the Newark Museum's Mini Zoo in Newark, New Jersey and another job in the billing department at the Animal Clinic of Morris Plains, alongside her sister. It was during this time that Jessica rescued her two dogs, Maya, a German Shepard Mix and Maddie, a yellow Labrador retriever. Meanwhile, she continued to make progress with her unfinished college career and took courses at County College of Morris in biology, psychology and social work; finally discovering inspiration in the fine arts, concentrating on painting. In 2008, came Jessica's inclination for running and she completed two major events, The Long Branch Half Marathon and The Atlantic City Half Marathon. Her father, Lambert, a runner himself, was there along with her family to cheer her on. Unfortunately, in about a year's time, the family would learn that Lambert had lung cancer. After six months of enduring the sickness brought on by the cancer and treatments, Jessica's Dad passed away, forever changing the dynamic of their family. Motivated by her father's constant encouragement for her pursuit of a career in entertainment, Jessica went out on her first audition in seven years for a short film called "Eat Me."