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A Wonderful Weekend Wedding…

August 18, 2014 ContangoIT 3 Comments

Some of you might remember the impromptu wedding I performed for Joe Aiello and Jed Ryan at my book signing at Barnes & Noble in July. Since it was totally unplanned, Joe and Jed didn’t have a marriage license on them. They’ve since gotten one, and asked me to marry them again, this time “for real.” So we did it! On Friday, August 15th, 2014 at the Plaza Athenee hotel in New York City, Joseph Aiello officially married William (Jed) Ryan. The ceremony was attended by family and friends, with a wonderful reception following. I’m so thrilled and honored to have been a part of it! Congratulations, Joe and Jed!

Marrying Jed Ryan (left) and Joe Aiello.

With the newlyweds Jed (left) and Joe.

Enjoying a little cake and bubbly after the nuptials.

Watch the video! (I get so emotional.)

QVC

The Starlet Style Necklace

August 17, 2014 ContangoIT 17 Comments

Between fans of Fashion Police and just people on the street, women have been begging me about it, especially those who might not be totally familiar with my collection on QVC. The necklace is my Starlet Style Necklace from my Classics Collection on QVC.

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Books, Diary of a Mad Diva, On TV

Late Night with Seth Meyers

August 5, 2014 ContangoIT 1 Comment

I was on Late Night with Seth Meyers on Monday, August 4th. I had such an amazing time on the show! In case you missed it, you can see the video here: Continue reading Late Night with Seth Meyers →

Press

A Chat with MAKERS About Comedy in a Man’s World

August 4, 2014 ContangoIT

I had a wonderful interview recently with MAKERS, the online collection of women’s stories. Nobody wants a carbon copy. You’ve got to believe in what you’re doing. As Winston Churchill said, “failure” is not being knocked down… failure is having the courage to get up again. Continue reading A Chat with MAKERS About Comedy in a Man’s World →

Books, Diary of a Mad Diva, Press

Two-Part Interview with Tavis Smiley on PBS

July 18, 2014 ContangoIT

In case you missed it, I had a great interview about work, family and my new book (Diary of a Mad Diva) with Tavis Smiley for his show on PBS. It was a wonderful interview in two parts, which aired on July 14th and July 15th, 2014. Continue reading Two-Part Interview with Tavis Smiley on PBS →

Comedy, Press

On Raw Dog Comedy on SiriusXM

July 15, 2014 ContangoIT

I was on Raw Dog Comedy on SiriusXM recently, and the subject of Jerry Lewis came up during an Unmasked show with host Ron Bennington. Here’s how I responded… Continue reading On Raw Dog Comedy on SiriusXM →

Books, Diary of a Mad Diva, Press

HuffPost Live with Diary of a Mad Diva

July 2, 2014 ContangoIT

Yesterday, I discussed “Diary of a Mad Diva,” celebrity fashion and the latest gossip on HuffPost Live with the wonderful Marc Lamont Hill. We took some calls and questions and had some good laughs. What a fun half-hour! Continue reading HuffPost Live with Diary of a Mad Diva →

Books, Diary of a Mad Diva

A Surprise Gay Wedding at My Book Signing!

July 1, 2014 ContangoIT 1 Comment

At my book signing for Diary of a Mad Diva at Barnes & Noble in Union Square NYC on Monday, a nice man raised his hand during the Q&A and asked if I would consider marrying him and his partner. Being a licensed ordained minister in the State of New York, I figured there was no time like the present. “Let’s do it now!” I said… Continue reading A Surprise Gay Wedding at My Book Signing! →