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NJ's Dominic Sessa Cast In New Anthony Bourdain Biopic: Report Dominic Sessa is going from boarding school to the kitchen. The 21-year-old actor, who grew up in Egg Harbor Township and Ocean City, has been cast as Anthony Bourdain in a new biopic about the legendary chef, Deadline reports. Bourdain is also a Garden State native, growing up in Leonia and having graduated from the Dwight-Englewood School. Sessa became a breakout star after appearing in "The Holdovers," a critically acclaimed dramedy about a boy stuck at boarding school over Christmas break with his misanthropic teacher. Sessa attended Alder Avenue Middle School in Egg Harbo…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Jenn Tran's Final Four: Meet Bergen County 'Bachelorette' Suitors Headed To Hometowns Jenn Tran has her final four. The Bergen County native and frontrunner of this season's hit ABC show "The Bachelorette" sent three suitors home on Monday, Aug. 12's episode. Disney/John FleenorTran, 26, — who now lives in Miami and is studying to become a physician assistant — will soon meet the families of the remaining four contestants. They are: View this post on Instagram A post shared by DEVIN (@devin.strader) Devin Strader: A 28-year-old business owner from Houston, TX. View this post on Instagram …
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Drummer Turned American Dream Mall Executive Chef Competing On 'Chopped' This Week John Thomas doesn't have any stories about cooking with his nonna. He doesn't have a degree from any fancy culinary school, and his childhood dream was never to become a professional cook. And yet, the 35-year-old Clifton dad landed himself a pretty sweet gig as the executive chef of Gameroom Eats at the American Dream Mall. This week, he'll be going up against some of the best chefs in the region on Food Network's "Chopped" cooking competition, for a chance to win $10,000. Thomas' episode, called "Celtuce Setbacks," airs Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. John Tashiro"Cooking was never my fi…
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Here's When To Watch Most Popular Meteor Show Of Year The best meteor shower of the year is about to peak. The Perseid meteor shower, marked by swift and bright streaks, frequently leaves long "wakes" of light and color behind as it moves through Earth's atmosphere, according to NASA. The most significant activity is expected to occur on the night of Sunday, Aug. 11, into the early morning hours of Monday, Aug. 12, and possibly Tuesday, Aug. 13. Perseids are best viewed in the Northern Hemisphere during the pre-dawn hours, though meteors from this shower can be seen as early as 10 p.m. NASA says. EarthSky.comsays that "the best t…
by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Comic's Spontaneous 'Dovid Portnoy' Impression At NJ Pizzeria Goes Viral Just in time for Dave Portnoy's big return to New Jersey, a local comic is going viral for his impression of the iconic CEO. Ami Kozak, a music composer from Englewood, was eating at Dana's Pizza on E. Palisade Avenue this week when the co-host of his podcast, Michael Weber, of Ami's House, spontaneously decided to do a Portnoy-style review. He calls the character, Dovid Portnoy. Kozak, 37, says he never expected the video to take off the way that it did. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AJ-Comedy (@amikozak_official) "I posted …
Critics Mixed On New Blake Lively Movie 'It Ends With Us' Filmed In New Jersey The reviews are in for "It Ends With Us," the movie filmed all over North Jersey last year and critics are decidedly lukewarm. The Blake Lively movie, an adaptation of the Colleen Hoover beach read, has a 56 rating on Metacritic, a website that aggregates movie reviews, indicating mixed or average reviews. "It Ends With Us" — directed by Justin Baldoni, who also stars in the film — is about the relationship between Lily and neurosurgeon Ryan.Things get messy when Lily's ex-boyfriend enters the picture. Critics say the film leans too heavily into cliches, but also sensitively de…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Stomach Bug Turns Out To Be Leukemia For NJ Boy, Campaign Says Julian Sherman is just nine years old but is already in the fight of his life. The 9-year-old Maplewood boy had seen the doctor twice for symptoms of what appeared to be a stomach bug, according to a GoFundMe launched for his family. But on Saturday, July 27, while in Boston for Julian's brothers' hockey tournament, things took a turn for the worst, as Julian began urinating blood and wasrushed to Mass General for Children in Boston, the campaign reads. Since being diagnosed withacute lymphatic leukemia, Julian has gone into kidney failureand was put into a coma with a bre…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Male Photo Double Needed For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming In NJ The good news: "Happy Gilmore 2" has been confirmed by Netflix. The better news: It's being filmed in New Jersey, and a photo double is needed. The reprise of the 1996 Adam Sandler classic is expected to shoot between September and November. The casting call byGrant Wilfley Casting is seeking a white man with dark hair between 5'9" and 5'11" with a slim build and dark hair. The role pays $253 for eight hours of work. Click here to apply.
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Beyoncé Films Commercial At NJ Laundromat Did you feel her aura? Beyoncé was in North Jersey this week filming a commercial at a local laundromat. An employee at The Laundry Basket on Centre Street in Nutley confirmed to Daily Voice that the "Texas Hold 'Em" singer was in on Wednesday, July 31, shooting a commercial for Levi's. Last March, the pop star, currently in her country era, debuted her very-own song with the same name as the iconic jeans brand in her album "Cowboy Carter." Well, except her song has two Is in the title — "Levii's Jeans" — and features Post Malone. Click here to listen.
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
White Manna Hamburgers Crowned Best Burger Joint In North Jersey Competition There you have it, another victory for White Manna Hamburgers. The acclaimed Hackensack burger joint whose sliders have won the love of diners from across the United States won the Daily Voice "Best Burgers in North Jersey" competition. The no-frills River Street eatery around since 1946 is famous for its shakes, crinkle cut fries, and its unmistakable its sliders. White Manna Hamburgers has been featured on "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" on the Travel Channel, "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" on Food Network, and more. It's been crowned the best burger joint by many a news outlet and …
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Short Film Casting Multiple Paid Roles Ahead Of Jersey City Shoot A short film is casting for a variety of paid roles ahead of a Jersey City shoot. "Getaway Heiress" is about a determined janitor who faces bullying and false accusations at work, according to the casting call shared by Backstage.Lead roles pay up to $5,400 for nine days of work. The janitor's "unwavering resilience leads to a life-changing revelation and the recognition she deserves, inspiring others to stand up against injustice," the casting call reads. Some of the roles being cast include that of a 20- to 25-year-old white woman, a 20- to 25-year-old white man; a 40- to 50-year-o…
by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Trailer Drops For Bob Dylan Biopic Filmed In New Jersey (Video) You've spotted them filming in the Garden State for months. Now you're one step closer to seeing it on the big screen. The first trailer for "A Complete Unknown," a biopic of the early career of Bob Dylan was unveiled on Wednesday, July 24. The movie, which stars Timothee Chalamet as the legendary singer/songwriter, was filmed all over New Jersey,including in Hudson, Essex, Passaic and Cape May counties from the end of March through May, Steven Gorelick, the director of the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission said. Regular sightings of Chalamet and other s…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Netflix Casting $20,000 Role Of Eastern European Bus Boy In Upcoming NYC Film A brand-new Netflix show is casing for roles that pay up to $20,000. The untitled movie will be filming in New York City in September through November, according to the casting call. The role that needs to be filled is that of a bus boy in his 20s or 30s. "Sweet, meek, quiet, easily confused but smart and goofy all in one," the casting call reads. "Seeking talent who is 5'9 or shorter. Ideal to have a mild accent but not essential." The role pays approximately $20,000 for five weeks of work.
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Meet James Patterson, Mike Lupica In North Jersey A dynamic duo is signing copies of their new book in Bergen County. Bestselling James Patterson and legendary sportswriter Mike Lupica are signing copies of their new book, "Hard to Kill: A Jane Smith Thriller," on Sunday, July 28 at noon at Books and Greetings in Northvale. In the book, Smith must defend her client Rob Jacobson, accused of double triple homicide, and figure out who really committed the murders, according to a synopsis. Patterson and Lupica are both prolific authors who have written numerous bestsellers. This is the third collaboration between the two, the most recent "12 M…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Meet Whoopi Goldberg In North Jersey An EGOT winner is coming to Bergen County. The legendary actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg, who has won an Emmy, Oscar, Tony and Grammy, will be signing copies of her new book, "The Change," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Sunday, July 28 at 1 p.m. The graphic novel is aboutIsabel Frost, an amazing gamer, who develops superpowers and becomes The Change, known only to her comic-loving grandson and her best friend, according to a synopsis. A prolific author, Goldberg, a longtime West Orange resident, has written numerous books, including a relationship advice book, a book called "Book,"…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Have You Voted? Where Is The Best Ice Cream In North Jersey? It'll melt fast, but it sure is good. We askedDaily Voice Instagram followers their favorite ice cream spots in North Jersey. The most popular suggestions are listed in the poll above. Vote on your favorite now! Honorable mentions include Cranberry Junction in Hackensack, Gelotti in Paterson, Conrad's in Westwood, and Ice Cream on Grand in Englewood, which were also mentioned by our Instagram followers several times. Voting ends July 15 at 8 p.m. Winner gets bragging rights.
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Meet Legendary Heavy Metal Guitarist In North Jersey Mark Morton, the lead guitarist of legendary heavy metal band Lamb of God, is ready to tell his story. Morton is signing copies of his new book "Desolation: A Heavy Metal Memoir," at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m. In the book, Morton reflects on his career as the band's lead guitarist and lyricists while also talking about his battle with addiction and eventually going into recovery. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mark Morton (@mark.duane.morton) Morton, whose battles with addiction began after th…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Game Show Redemption: Bergen County Business Owner Wins Big On 'Price Is Right' Alessandra Curcio said she suffered "game show blackout" when she was told to "Come On Dowwwwwwn" on a recent episode of "The Price is Right." The Elmwood Park resident appeared on the episode which aired Monday, June 3, winning $65,000 in prizes and cash,getting to play the Showcase Showdown, and winning Master Key. CBS/Price Is Right (Provided by Alessandra Curcio)As part of her prizes, Curcio won a cruise to Margaritaville, a stay in the Bahamas and a trip to the Cook Islands near New Zealand. Curcio's trip out to Los Angeles involved a connection to another iconic game s…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Meet Joan Baez In North Jersey Joan Baez, the legendary folk singer and activist, will be blowing into Bergen County. Baez is signing copies of her new poetry collection, "When You See My Mother, Ask Her to Dance: Poems," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Joan Baez (@joancbaezofficial) The book features poems about contemporaries like Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix, reflections from her childhood, personal thoughts and memories of her family, according to a synopsis. This is the first time Baez has shared her…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Meet Meghan Trainor In Bergen County Usually Meghan Trainor is all about that bass. This week, she's going to be all about Bergen County. The singer is signing copies of her album "Timeless" at the Barnes and Noble in Paramus at 634 N State Route 17 on Friday, June 7 at 3 p.m. This is the sixth album for the "All About That Bass" singer. "Timeless" features the hit single, "Been Like This," a collaboration with the rapper T-Pain. Attendees can get either their CD or vinyl edition signed and a photo with Trainor. Trainor will not be personalizing records. For more information on the signing and to purchase tickets, click here…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Casting Call: Fitness Buffs From North Jersey Sought For Paid Commercial Do you work out and want to show it off? This fitness commercial could be your big break. The commercial, which shoots in late June in either New York or New Jersey, is looking for men and women fitness models, ages 18 to 50, who will demonstrate a product and perform a few exercises with it, including leg workouts like lunges, squats and hip raises, according to a listing. The ad is seeking talent from Jersey City and Morristown and interested talent should be skilled in fitness modeling and weight lifting, according to the listing. The role pays between $300 and $800. For more informatio…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Kenny Chesney's Private Jet Lands In Teterboro Ahead Of Upcoming Shows Kenny Chesney has arrived. The country star's private jet touched down at Teterboro Airport at approximately 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, according to a popular Facebook page dedicating to tracking celebrity aircrafts. Earlier this month, Chesney was ranked No. 13 for celebrities with the highest private jet emissions, in a list put out by Thrillist citing data pulled from JetSpy. Chesney, currently on his "Sun Goes Down" tour, has shows booked in Syracuse, NY on May 30, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, and Philadelphia on June 8. Ground Control, the site that tracked Chesney's Garden State tou…
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
MTV 'Jersey Shore' Star Vinny Guadagnino Has Three Words For Comedy Critics Vinny Guadagnino is taking a stand at The Stand. The "Jersey Shore" star has been breaking into comedy and got ahead of his critics in his caption of a clip of his set at an acclaimed New York City comedy venue. "Yo keyboard critiques who are about to comment , I have 3 words for u," the MTV reality star writes, "you.try.it." In a video shared to Instagram Memorial Day Weekend, the 36-year-old Staten Island native talks about dating as the "weird, anxious guy." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vinny (@vinnyguadagnino) Certainly,…
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
These North Jersey Pools Offer Day Passes To Non-Residents Summer weather has arrived and will be sticking around for the foreseeable future. Cool off at North Jersey pools, many of which are now open for the season. Here's which ones offer day-passes to non-residents: Bogota: Day passes offered to Bergen County residents only at $15 per person. Check the website for hours. Darlington State Park, Mahwah: Bergen County adults can enter for $10 on weekends and $8 on weekdays, children are $6.Highlands Natural Pool, Ringwood: Day passes are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $10 for children. Check the website for hours.Palisades Park: Open we…
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
NJ OnlyFans Model Who Flashed New York-Dublin Portal Slams Internet Trolls A New Jersey OnlyFans model who credits herself with getting the New York-Dublin portal shut down is being slammed for it, but she doesn't seem to mind. Ava Louise made international headlines earlier this month after flashing Dubliners at the Flatiron South Public Plaza portal. She later bragged on Instagram that she "got the portal from New York City to Dublin shut down." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ava Louise (@avalouiise) "I thought the people of Dublin deserved to see my two, home-grown, New York potatoes," she said in t…
by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Popular 'Ice Cream Lady' Sees Support Of Maywood Monica Pidhoreki, a.k.a. The Ice Cream Lady is one of the most popular people in Maywood Pidhoreki, whose ice cream truck is a fixture in town is a regular at Maywood Rochelle Park Girls Softball, sponsoring a team and banner in the league and is a regular at birthday parties and events in the community. Pidhoreki recently suffered a residential fire which left her displaced and her new ice cream truck destroyed. GoFundMeA fundraiser has been set up to assist her and get her back on her feet. As of Thursday, May 23, more than $2,800 has been raised. "We would like to now support her, l…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Cheez-It Diner Opens In Hudson Valley To Fill Your 'Cheezy' Needs Hey Cheez-It lovers, now is your chance to chow down on fun and funky foods inspired by the cheezy, crunchy snack at the Cheez-It Diner, which has been open for just a week in the region. Located in Ulster County in Woodstock, the diner offers the ultimate experience for Cheez-It fans with such treats as a cheezy milkshake, burger, or mac-n-cheese. "We saw just how far our adventure-seeking Cheez-It fans would go when they Want It. Need It. Cheez-It. last year making the drive to our Joshua Tree Cheez-It Stop outpost," said Cara Tragseiler, senior brand director for Cheez-It. "So many fans …
by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Meet Steven Guttenberg In North Jersey The Gutt is coming to Bergen County. Steven Guttenberg, a true 80s icon, will be signing copies of his new book "Time to Thank" at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Sunday, May 19 at noon. In "Time to Thank," the star of "Diner" discusses how he became a caregiver to his father when he was diagnosed with kidney failure, according to a synopsis. Guttenberg discusses growing up in Queens and Long Island, his early career in Hollywood and what it was like to care for an ailing family member at the end of their life, taking people from glitzy Hollywood parties to a dialysis center in su…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Hollywood Actors Filming New Movie In New Jersey Union County has become a true cavalcade of stars. Julianne Moore and John Turturro were the latest Hollywood stars spotted in Westfield on Wednesday, May 8, filming the new movie "The Room Next Door." For the shoot, Westfield transformed into Lake Hill, New York, with patrol cars, police uniforms, a department seal and a New York State flag flying over the city. Town of Westfield"The crew noted that, after scouting many locations in New Jersey, they chose Westfield for this scene not only for the front of our police department, but also for the beauty of Mindowaskin Park," …
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Bergen County Mom Roasts Daughter On 'Saturday Night Live' Now we know where Chloe Troast, a Bergen County native, gets her comedy chops from. In honor of Mother's Day, Troast, a featured player on "Saturday Night Live," and a native of Ho-Ho Kus, was joined by her mom, Joanie in the cold opening, which featured the moms of the show's cast poking fun at their children. Joanie Troast Facebook View this post on Instagram A post shared by chloe troast (@chloe_troast) "I love watching you on the show honey, it's the best part of my Sunday," Joanie said. "Wait, you watch the show on Sunday?" Chloe aske…
by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Love At First Bloom: Mom's Alzheimer's Gives Life New Meaning For Clifton Flower Truck Owner Vanessa Vargas says the point of having flowers is to enjoy them while they are still alive. It's a lesson that the Clifton business owner learned from her own mother, Rosie Vargas, 66, a longtime gardener living with the final stage of Alzheimer's Disease. It's a lesson she's applied to her own life. "Flowers are about embracing the beauty of the moment," Vanessa Vargas said. "When my mom was okay, I took it for granted. I never thought she'd have Alzheimer's. I should've lived in the moment, and the same goes for flowers." Vargas is the owner of Love at First Bloom, a mobile flower busi…
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