We hear 2021

November

11/3

• We are hearing Tucker Carlson had emergency back surgery Wednesday morning In Florida and was back on air that night. Sources say his Senior Executive Producer, Justin Wells, was seen driving him to the hospital at 9 p.m. Tuesday after his election night show for the planned surgery at a Florida hospital. Carlson is believed to have suffered from serious back pain for several weeks but never missed a show as a result of it and was back on the air fewer than 11 hours later for Wednesday’s show.
• That Steve Aoki and Rich the Kid showed up for a surprise performance at Chelsea hotspot Somewhere Nowhere during a private event for NYC’s NFT week. The party was hosted by Adam Bomb Squad and Coinbase. Aoki played a full set in front of a packed room, and during the set Rich the Kid showed up to perform “How Else” and “Burn.”

October

10/18

• That Andy Roddick, Mark Knowles, James Blake, Jennifer Brady and Cliff Drysdale will play in the Baha Mar Cup, a tennis fundraising in the Bahamas on November 6. John Legend is also slated to perform as part of the festivities…
• That singer-songwriter Tabi performed to a packed house at Rockwood Music Hall with her dad, LiveOne CEO Rob Ellin dancing front row . . .
• That the American Ballet Theatre Fall Gala on Tuesday, Oct 26th will honor Tony Award winning producer Jenna Segal and premiere of “ZigZag,” a new ballet set to Tony Bennett with costumes by Wes Gordon…
• That Charisma Carpenter is making a cameo in the “Early 2000’s” inspired video for PÄRDÉ Beauty, a new queer-owned venture from BFF’s digital marketer Gregory Littley and musician Troy Solomon…

10/15

• That Stella McCartney was honored at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation luncheon, which raised over $2 million. “I lost my ​mum to breast cancer and have committed myself to ending this disease,” the designer said in her speech…
• That fashion’s elite, including designers Maxwell Osborne, Brian Atwood, Carly Cushnie and former male model, turned reality television star, Steve Gold, showed up for the launch celebration for Grazia USA’s debut edition at exclusive private members club Zero Bond…
• That Emmy winner McGregory Frederique is working on a pilot for a show called “Cases” …

August

8/23

• That Roger Silverstein of Silverstein Properties and his wife Patricia are hosting a charity event at their new home in Water Mill on August 28th, for the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation…

8/20

• That the 73rd annual Artist & Writers Softball Game will go down at Herrick Park in East Hampton on Aug. 21, with players including Alec Baldwin, Leah McSweeney, Jerry O’Connell, Ken Auletta, Mike Lupica, Gabrielle Bluestone and more…
• That philanthropist Lizzie Asher was on the yacht, Highlander, in Sag Harbor for one of 50 bashes celebrating Save Venice’s 50th anniversary…
• That Walter Sternlieb celebrated his new Southampton gallery, A is for Art, with a networking event featuring social app HiWave…
• That Boyz II Men celebrated their Bella magazine cover at Ian Duke’s Southampton Social Club…

8/17

• That comedy legend David Steinberg got a nice birthday present this month — he hit the LA Times best-seller list Aug. 9 with his new book, “Inside Comedy.” The tome covers “the soul, wit and bite“ of five decades of comedy, and has been praised by Larry David and Martin Short…
• That when Boyz II Men’s Shawn Stockman and Wanya Morris partied at Michael Pitsinos’ Naia in Southampton, the crowd startled the singers by serenading them with their own hits…

8/13

• That Anthony Scaramucci’s SALT networking forum will put on a conference Sept. 13th to 15th at Javits Center Expansion — with speakers including Steve Cohen, Dan Loeb, Ray Dalio and Cleo Capital’s Sarah Kunst…
• That Lea Michelle was at dinner hosted by Cynthia Rowley at Scarpetta Beach at Gurney’s in Montauk…
• That Oscar de la Renta’s Laura Kim and James Whiteside of American Ballet Theatre were talking fashion at a Fleuriste St~Germain pop up…

July

7/23

• That power publicist Ron Berkowitz — whose clients include Alex Rodriguez — will fill in as guest co-host of CBS Sports Radio/CBS Sports Network TV show “Tiki and Tierney” on Friday. We hear that guests will include Giants player Adoree’ Jackson…
• That Iris Dankner’s Holiday House tabletop event will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation on July 28 in Bridgehampton. Chairs include Ashley and Andrea Stark and Campion Platt…
• That Geraldo Rivera and attorney Arthur Aidala were spotted at Rao’s…

7/22

• That the Douglas Elliman #thenexttreatisyours truck donated all of its ice cream to the cast and crew of the Christopher Meloni-led series “Law & Order: Organized Crime” who were caught in a rainstorm while filming for Season 2 Wednesday…

7/16

• That Jennifer Lopez inked a deal to encourage fans “swap their soda” to prebiotic soda brand, Poppi…
• That power lawyer and Mariano Rivera Foundation board member David Hryck will be throwing a party for the Yankees legend and his foundation on Saturday evening at his home in Southampton…

7/12

• That the reservation line for Angie Mar’s highly anticipated restaurant, Les Trois Chevaux, is open. The restaurant will feature Christian Siriano-designed outfits for the staff…
• That Leonardo DiCaprio’s art advisor Lisa Schiff has opened the show, “The Ridiculous Sublime,” curated with 50 international artists, at her Tribeca outpost, SFA Advisory…
• That WABC radio host Sid Rosenberg is releasing a book next year called “Sidizen’s United” …
• That Matthew Aversa, formerly of Twenty One PR, has joined Interdependence PR as Vice President of the newly launched Entertainment division…

7/8

• That Lyss Stern, the best-selling author of “Motherhood Is A B#tch,” is shopping around her next book, “When Life Hands You Lemons/Limes … Make Mojitos, Mama!” — which is being described as “a modern mom’s guide to surviving, thriving and bouncing back” …

June

6/24

• That Charlamagne Tha God — on behalf of The Mental Wealth Alliance — presented this year’s graduating class of local Los Angeles foster youth with scholarships and resources at the 2021 Virtual High School Graduation & Scholarship Award Celebration, sponsored by the LA County Independent Living Program…

6/18

• That producer Harry Fraud — who was discovered by French Montana and has worked with Benny the Butcher and Sam Smith — is about to drop “M for Tha $$,” a collaboration with Mongolian star Mrs. M on Next Records…
• That noted interior designer Ben Chasin is overseeing the installation of a beautiful Durite Terrazzo floor at the new Cipriani South Street…
• That the first Broadway Live Cinema Festival kicks off next month, featuring beloved screen musicals like “Chicago” and “The Wizard of Oz” …

6/11

• That DJs the Martinez Brothers, Bedouin and Guy Gerber will spin at a Brooklyn warehouse through July as part of Rob Toma’s Teksupport parties…
• That Dan’s Papers will host a Chefs of the Hamptons event, Jun. 24 at EHP Resort & Marina, featuring toques from Calissa, Kissaki and Lulu’s…
• That Joan Jedell’s Hampton Sheet is gearing up for a revamp with its July Fourth issue with a new deputy editor, Sydney Sadick…

May

5/25

• That Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul went to Stiltsville Fish Bar in Miami Beach to mix up cocktails for restaurant guests and take photos with fans…
• That Charlie Rose was spotted strolling down the street thanks to a  successful hip surgery courtesy of Dr. Edwin Su — who has also operated on Christie Brinkley…
• That Chelsea hotspot Noir is opening up in Montauk and will have DJs and dinner…
• That Kissaki will have spots in East Hampton, Water Mill, and a pop-up with Fish Cheeks at the Montauk Angler’s Club…

5/21

• That Nick Jonas will host the BBMAs live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday. Pink will receive the ICON Award, which will be presented by an icon in his own right, Jon Bon Jovi. The ICON Award recognizes “outstanding artists who have achieved excellence on the Billboard Charts and have made an indelible mark on music itself” …
• That Equinox gyms will open its first location in the Hamptons this summer…
• That the MvVO Art Ad Show — showcasing art in advertising — is at the Oculus at the Westfield World Trade Center through May 30…
• That artist Don Hershman had an opening for his retrospective tribute to photographer Victor Arimondi at Salomon Arts Gallery…
• That Leesa Rowland will host a party for her new book “The Charisma Factor: Unlock the Secrets of Magnetic Charm and Personal Influence in Your Life” at T Bar Southampton…

5/12

• Former chef of the Smith and the Crosby Street hotel Peter Deitrick is opening a new restaurant, Indian River Road, in Inwood…
• That Maverick Publisher Chase Backer, the man behind magazines 25A and Metropolitan, has unveiled a new mag, Metropolitan Palm Beach…
• That Gilles Bensimon photographed Isabelle Bscher at Gallerie Gymurznska…
• That Suzanne Somers was talking about her Gut Renew Challenge with fellow diners at Jillian’s in Palm Desert, Calif. …
• That Gwyneth Paltrow is working with Rakuten, a shopping rewards destination, and shared her shopping tips with its fans for Rakuten’s Big Give week…

5/10

• That 2 Chainz, D-Nice, and Jack Harlow will perform at Preakness…
• That City Harvest launched their new Dine Out To Feed Good one-of-a-kind luxury dining experiences featuring a penthouse dinner with Tom Colicchio and a $100,000 meal with Eric Ripert at Le Bernardin…

April

4/26

• That the Lower Eastside Girls Club will celebrate its 25th anniversary at a May 20 gala honoring Stacey Abrams…
• That Michael Canzoniero’s new indie movie, “Making the Day,” starring Juliette Bennett and Kira Dikhtyar, will be on the festival circuit…
• That Elena Taranina of LenLenStyle created a diamond-encrusted Apple Watch cover…

4/9

• That Founders Fund partner Keith Rabois — a former exec at Paypal — will be teaching at Barry’s Bootcamp in Miami Beach on Friday for the charity Code Fever…
• That ViacomCBS’s MTV Entertainment Group has been joined by Amazon Studios, NBC Universal, Disney and medical experts to form the Mental Health Storytelling Coalition, which seeks to “to transform mental health representation in entertainment” …
• That mixologist Jacob Trummer, son of Apotheke’s Albert Trummer, is serving up cocktails at the new downtown spot Seaport House…
• That spin studio Pedal House has relocated from DUMBO to Union Square, opening in a former SoulCycle location…

4/5

• That a starry line-up of investors — Halle Berry, Russel Westbrook, Seagrams heiress Hannah Bronfman, Black Eyed Peas star Taboo, model Paloma Elsesser and singer Shawn Mendes — have bought a water company Flow Alkaline together…

March

3/31

• That attorney David Hryck just left Reed Smith to become partner and head of international business at Duane Morris LLP…
• That Christy Martin, Tara Solomon, and Swanee DiMare enjoyed a performance by Radmila Lolly at the Vizcaya Museum & Gardens Preservation luncheon…
• That series “Ghost Brothers: Lights Out” will launch next month on Discovery+…

3/5

• That the Ladies of Laughter competition is looking for entrants for its first virtual event. Amy Schumer is a former winner. Up-and-coming women in comedy can apply through its Web site…
• That Bice Cucina owner and Republican mayoral hopeful Peter Guimaraes officiated the wedding of Zachary Diggs and Paul Rock at his restaurant…

February

2/23

• That art lovers gathered at SLS South Beach to celebrate Art Bound Miami, a new organization founded by Yoeli Goldstein that pairs emerging artists with art patrons, hosted by Bradley Theodore…
• That Charles Saffati’s Carlton Fine Arts is launching a new show featuring work by Andy Warhol, Linjie Deng and Keith Haring…

2/11

• That singer Radmila Lolly — who is working on a new album — will be featured on the digital cover of Bulgarian Glamour this month…
• That former “Real Housewives of New York” star Dorinda Medley was spotting shopping at Rebelle, a cannabis dispensary in Great Barrington, Mass. …

January

1/28

• Keegan-Michael Key is sharing his love for comedy in a new Audible Original, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” which finds the classically trained actor, writer and producer diving deep into the comedic foundations of beloved characters such as Ron Burgundy (“Anchorman”), Michael Scott (“The Office”) and Steve Urkel (“Family Matters”). “The History of Sketch Comedy” is available now on Audible…

1/25

• That Amy Schumer, Jerry Seinfeld, Misty Copeland and Ilana Glazer will participate in the NY Forever initiative to support the city’s recovery. Also participating are Seth Meyers, Billy Porter, Andre DeShields, Cyndi Lauper and others…
• That Scarpetta is having a caviar-and-vodka fete Jan. 23 with Ikraa caviar…
• That OJ Simpson was seen taking pics with fans at Prime 112 in Miami. Also at the hotspot were Fat Joe, restaurateur Zach Erdem, and p.r. whiz Todd Shaprio…

1/22

• That John Catsimatidis said he’s considering running for NYC mayor on Jean Shafiroff’s LTV show…
• That the Mark hotel has created a fool-proofValentine’s Day Menu that includes items such as a dozen roses, a La Perla silk satin set, and even a wedding officiant for an impromptu in-suite ceremony for two. Guests can also splurge and order the whole menu for $4,429…
• That Marquis Who’s Who, headed by CEO Erica Lee, released its “20 Most Influential People of 2020” list…

1/19

• That Eugenia Kuzmina will co-star with Dominic Cooper in “Spy City” on Epix this spring…
• That “Queen’s Gambit” star Christiane Seidel has been working out from home with beRevolutionarie, a fitness platform by New York publicist Kiara Horwitz…
• That Broadway dancer and former Rockette Beth Nicely has become one of Hollywood’s hottest celebrity trainers with her new virtual fitness concept, the Limit…

1/7

• That Kira Dikhtyar of IMG models is starring in the new Dennis Basso campaign…
• That UES Democratic Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright was sworn in at the Hamptons home of Jean Shafiroff…
• That producer Robert Fox and RZO Entertainment will stream filmed performances of the London production of David Bowie’s “Lazarus,” this weekend to commemorate his birthday and the fifth anniversary of his death…
• That Red Bull Theater is presenting a streamed reading of “The African Company Presents Richard III,” Monday at 7:30…