Personalities

Personalities who appear on TV or other entertainment media.

  • Sesame Street - Elmo, Rosita and Dr Jeanette Betancourt

    Interview: Elmo and Rosita

    Elmo returns to SIDEWALKS! One of our favorite muppets brings along Rosita and Dr. Jeanette Betancourt to talk about the campaign, Sesame Street for Military Families. Video Content: Elmo and Rosita with Dr. Jeanette Betancourt (2018) SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales talks to Elmo and Rosita, along with Dr. Jeanette Betancourt,…

  • DeRay Davis

    Interview: DeRay Davis (2018)

    DeRay Davis is a stand-up comic, actor and the host of VH1’s “Hip Hop Squares,” Host Sonia Lowe meets the rising entertainer. Video Content: DeRay Davis (2018) In the full interview, SIDEWALKS host Sonia Lowe talks to DeRay Davis about his inspiration in stand-up comedy, as well as hosting and…

  • Interview: Richard Lanni and Logan Lerman (Sgt. Stubby)

    Returning guest Logan Lerman (star of the “Percy Jackson” films) and director / co-writer talk about working on the film, “Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero,” a computer-animated feature based on the true story of the bond between a solider and a stray dog in World War I. Video Content: Richard…

  • Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino and Vinny Guadagnino - Jersey Shore Family Vacation

    Interview: Mike Sorrentino and Vinny Guadagnino (Jersey Shore)

    They are back! “Jersey Shore” is one of the most successful reality shows on TV and now the gang has returned in MTV’s latest hit, “Jersey Shore Family Vacation.” Lori talks to “The Situation” and Vinny G about the new show. Video Content: Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino and Vinny Guadagnino…

  • Ty Pennington and Paige Davis - Trading Spaces

    Interview: Ty Pennington and Paige Davis (Trading Spaces)

    “Trading Spaces” is the design series that launched a TV genre. Now, most of the regulars and the TV show are back, including Ty Pennington and Paige Davis. Veronica catches up with the lively duo. Video Content: Ty Pennington and Paige Davis (2018) SIDEWALKS host Veronica Castro talks to Ty…

  • Interview: Kay Cannon (Blockers)

    She is known for writing and producing the popular “Pitch Perfect” film series. She also crafted the hilarious words on “30 Rock” and “New Girl.” Now, Kay Cannon is getting an opportunity to be the director of a major Universal Pictures film. Host Sonia Lowe talks to her about the…

  • Jerry Linenger

    Interview: astronaut Jerry Linenger

    He’s a real-life astronaut. Jerry Linenger talks to our Lori about being a NASA astronaut, his views of Earth from space, and his participation in National Geographic Channel’s “One Strange Rock” (with host Will Smith). Video Content: Jerry Linenger (2018) SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales talks to Jerry Linenger about training…

  • Interview: Laurieann Gibson

    Choreographer and creative director Laurieann Gibson has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry like Michael Jackson, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Katy Perry. Now, she is showing her skills to TV audiences in Lifetime’s new series “Laurieann Gibson: Beyond The Spotlight.” Video Content: Laurieann Gibson (2018)…

  • Anna Deavere Smith

    Interview: Anna Deavere Smith

    Anna Deavere Smith is a remarkable woman. She is an actress, playwright, author, activist and Tony Award® nominee. Also known as Rainbow’s mom on “Black-ish,” Anna comes to SIDEWALKS to discuss her HBO movie, “Notes From the Field,” based on her acclaimed one-woman show. Video Content: Anna Deavere Smith (2018)…

  • Jordan Klepper

    Interview: Jordan Klepper (2018)

    His career is skyrocketing. After three years appearing on “The Daily Show,” Jordan Klepper is now hosting his own nightly Comedy Central show in the coveted 11:30PM time slot. Lori talks to the host of “The Opposition.” Video Content: Jordan Klepper (2018) SIDEWALKS host Lori Rosales talks to Jordan Klepper…

  • Man Cave: Jeff Johnson, Gerald "Slink" Johnson and Marcos "Kosine" Palacios

    Interview: Stars of BET’s Mancave

    We have three of the personalities of “BET’s Mancave.” Jeff Johnson, Gerald “Slink” Johnson and Marcos “Kosine” Palacios talk to our Lori about their new talk format that assembles a diverse group of black men (including Grammy-Award winner R&B singer Tank) who will share unadulterated and provocative views about life,…

  • Hong Chau and Mark Johnson with Beau Behan (center)

    Interview: Hong Chau and Mark Johnson (Downsizing)

    Correspondent Beau Behan has an interview with producer Mark Johnson and Hong Chau, one of the stars of Matt Damon-starring comedy “Downsizing.” Video Content: Hong Chau and Mark Johnson (2017) SIDEWALKS correspondent Beau Behan interviews actress Hong Chau and producer Mark Johnson about their film, “Downsizing.” Mini-Biographies: Born in Thailand…

  • Zach King

    Interview: Zach King

    With more than 25 million followers across his various social platforms and 350 million views across YouTube, Zach King is one of the hottest personalities in digital media. He comes to SIDEWALKS to talk about his career and his new book, “Zach King: My Magical Life.” Video Content: Zach King…

  • Hugh Hefner [2008]

    In Memoriam: Hugh Hefner (2008)

    In 2008, our host Cindy Rhodes had the honor to interview the legendary Hugh Hefner. Watch our special interview with the “Playboy” founder. Video Content: Hugh Hefner (2017) In this 2008 interview with SIDEWALKS host Cindy Rhodes, Hugh Hefner talked about starting Playboy Magazine; his television series “Playboy After Dark”…

  • Jenna Bush Hager

    Interview: Jenna Bush Hager

    With two U.S. presidents in her family, Jenna Bush Hager is making her mark. A current "Today" show correspondent, she comes to SIDEWALKS to talk about school bus safety and for better buses for our kids.

  • Jonathan and Drew Scott

    Interview: Jonathan and Drew Scott

    The "Property Brothers" are more than home renovators. Host Veronica Castro talks to Jonathan and Drew Scott about their rising musical careers and their memoir, “It Takes Two: Our Story."

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