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Perth Now
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Gabrielle Union 'can't afford' the career she'd like
Gabrielle Union "can't afford" to star in as many independent films as she'd like. The Bring It On actress - who has six-year-old daughter Kaavia with husband Dwyane Wade and is stepmother to his four children - doesn't have the "luxury" of complete creative freedom because she has to be mindful of how much money she brings in in order to look after her family, including her dementia-stricken father Sylvester Union. Speaking at the American Black Film Festival, People magazine reports she said: 'More recently, my father is in memory care. You know, nursing homes, what's covered by insurance, what's not, home health aids — like that all adds up and having to really be cognisant of an additional output, I have to go where the money goes. 'I don't have the luxury of taking all the independent films that I want because I can't afford to pay for my extended family in the way that they have grown accustomed to." Gabrielle, 51, believes many working actors these days need to have "multiple revenue streams" in order to supplement their income to afford more choice with their projects. She said: 'I have to factor in endorsements and brands and brand building. When you see celebrities have five to 11 jobs, there's a reason. 'We don't get paid what y'all think that we get paid, and that check is split so many ways. You have to have multiple revenue streams to do the job that you really love. So it kind of depends on what I've made that year on how creative I can be — and that's a damn shame, but that's reality.' Gabrielle previously spoke of her dad's struggle with dementia on his 80th birthday last October. She wrote on Instagram at the time: 'My Dad has dementia. He definitely thinks Dwyane is still playing for the Heat but otherwise remembers quite a bit. He remembers all the great times he spent in Hawaii, so we brought some Hawaii to my Dad. 'He remembers his love of Crown Royal and missing his friends and being able to just hang out and talk s***, so his friends showed up and showed out. 'What dementia has robbed him of, his heart and soul have recovered. When my Dad saw me, he said, 'I really love you.' And I said, 'I love you too Dad.' Then he replied, 'How's your Mom?' And with the gas face, I simply said, 'Sir.' He then asked if I was happy and I told him I was. He nodded and with a grin asked, 'You not taking no s*** are you?' And I said, 'Never.' "He told me he loved me again and that interaction stayed with me all day and made me pretty emotional. 'It all just reminds me to be a good, loyal friend, a great neighbor, prioritize your family, have a spirit of adventure and don't take no s***. And always show up and show love. Happy Birthday Dad! I love you [heart emoji] (sic).'
San Francisco Chronicle
21-06-2025
- San Francisco Chronicle
Sonoma man arrested after police say they found him with meth, guns
Police officials in Santa Rosa and Petaluma arrested a Sonoma man Wednesday on suspicion of possession of methamphetamine and firearms, authorities said. Police identified the suspect as Kelly James Roach, 59, who is a convicted felon and prohibited from possessing firearms, officials said. On the 5300 block of Old Redwood Highway in Petaluma, detectives initiated a traffic stop on Roach, searched his vehicle and discovered a loaded 1911 Colt .45 in a Crown Royal bag on the floorboard, police said. About 2½ ounces of suspected methamphetamine was found under Roach's seat cover, authorities said. Roach was booked into the Sonoma County Jail. Detectives also executed search warrants at two storage units on the 6000 block of Commerce Drive in Rohnert Park on Wednesday, according to a Facebook post by the Santa Rosa police. There, they located a stockpile of handguns, rifles, rounds of ammunition and firearm parts. It was not clear if the storage units belonged to Roach. Santa Rosa police did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Black America Web
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Newest Expression
Canadian whisky is a popular spirits category that has its fair share of fans all over the world, and Crown Royal is nearly ubiquitous here in the States. Crown Royal Marquis, a new expression from the famed whisky brand, is slowly rolling out in select locales, and CASSIUS had the honor of trying it out. Back in May, I had the privilege of experiencing Crown Royal's new Marquis expression, which takes its classic Canadian whisky and finishes the liquid in Caribbean casks that previously held rum. This style of finishing is growing as brands are looking to build upon their existing expressions. Source: Crown Royal Before we get into the tasting experience, allow me to share what I've learned in my brief time with the brand and the Marquis collection of cocktails. First, we should explain that rum, unlike whisky and bourbon, is made from sugar versus grain. Some rums in the Caribbean are crafted from molasses, and the terroir of the region impacts aging, flavor, and other factors. It isn't known which rum brand barrel Crown Royal employed for its finishing, but it is very noticeable on the nose. Source: D.L. Chandler Marquis was launched last month in Georgia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and at select military bases, making this a coveted expression among Crown Royal fans. I shared with some colleagues regarding my experience with Marquis and was met with requisite envy. Source: D.L. Chandler On behalf of the brand, I attended the Souled Out Dates Three Year Anniversary, which was sponsored by Crown Royal Marquis. The well-attended day party was hosted at the outdoor venue, The Bullpen DC, and boasted near or around 3,000 guests, along with local sports stars who joined the partygoers. Sounds were provided by a rotating panel of DJs, including DJ Showcase and DJ PeeWee. Source: D.L. Chandler The bartenders at Bullpen employed Marquis in cocktails, including a frozen version of the Marquis Moment that was perfect for the warm temperature of the day. I also took a moment to sample the whisky on its own, and I was grabbed by familiar rum flavors, which complemented Crown Royal's delightful baking spice notes. Source: Crown Royal Marquis / Crown Royal As some might know who read this space, my column aims to educate others and myself about the history and creation of cocktails. Source: Crown Royal Last month, the USBG (United States Bartender Guild) Presents World Class Sponsored By DIAGEO event brought together several dozen bartenders, industry professionals, and more to Atlanta in the city's Buckhead neighborhood. World Class is billed as one of the leading bartending competitions in the States while providing spaces for education and training with the assistance of the Diageo Bar Academy. Source: D.L. Chandler Until this trip, I was unaware of the World Class event, now in its 13th year, or the United States Bar Guild. However, the spirit of the event was on full display at the Top 10 Dinner sponsored by Crown Royal Marquis at Unknown, which featured 10 of the finalists for World Class. What was brilliant to see in real time was the support and sense of community among the bartenders, and for curious outsiders like me, the competitors couldn't have been more inviting. Source: D.L. Chandler The Top 10 Dinner also featured Caribbean-inspired cuisine paired with cocktails made with Marquis. Here again, I tasted the whisky neat next to some of Crown Royal's other offerings. A neighboring afterparty was amazingly festive, and plenty of Marquis was poured before the night ended far too soon. Source: D.L. Chandler I only had enough time to attend one day of World Class, and Diageo pulled out all the stops by featuring other brands from its vast portfolio in dazzling activations hosted by knowledgeable brand ambassadors and bartenders who graciously talked shop to anyone who asked. Again, the familial aspect of the event was striking to see, as I'm not privy to how service workers, especially in the bar industry, show solidarity. I also had sort of a foreshadowing experience. More on that in a moment. Source: Crown Royal My visit ended on a high note at the Crown Royal Marquis Atlanta Launch event, held at Cam Kirk Studios in Atlanta, for a taste of nightlife, a key component of the Marquis concept and became an evening out that transformed from typical to truly unforgettable The venue was packed with revelers who all worked their way to the bar for Crown Royal Marquis cocktails and premium eats from American Deli. Early in the evening, DJ Unruley and local DJ collective Player 99 (Champagne, Cleo, and Thrice Groove) had the party jumping with tunes, and it was certainly wall-to-wall inside the venue. Source: Crown Royal Joe Kay of Soulection closed out the night and delivered a thumping set that must have summoned the storms in the region, but it couldn't dampen anyone's spirits after all the Marquis that was poured. I spoke to several attendees to ask them what they thought of the cocktails, and, without hyperbole, everyone gave high marks to the Marquis Moment. Source: Crown Royal Upon returning home to Washington, I learned that the winner of this year's USBG World Class was Nic Wallace, becoming the 2025 U.S. Bartender of the Year. Wallace, a native of Darien, Ga., stood out to me after I saw him at one of the bar stations at USBG demonstrating his ability. Source: Crown Royal Harkening back to what I said earlier, Wallace, impeccably dressed and coifed, was not unlike watching an artist or musician at work, and his cool confidence was just as evident as his skills with the mixing tin. If I were a gambling man, I would've bet the house on him after what I saw. His cocktail creations for World Class, Soul Of The South, and All Glowed Up helped propel him against some of the nation's best. Source: Crown Royal / Crown Royal Now a 10-year veteran of World Class, Wallace endured the three-day, five-part competition against 29 of his peers and will go on and represent the United States at the Global Finals in Toronto this fall. 'This was my chance to represent Georgia—Atlanta, specifically—as the only competitor from the state. I had to show up and bring the South home a championship,' Nic Wallace shared in a statement. 'I want to show people that no matter how much you want something, no matter how long it takes—you can get it.' Away from the festive nature of parties and competitions, I can share my further thoughts on the whisky as I continue to figure out the best ways to enjoy the spirit. I'm no Nic Wallace, not yet anyway, but as summer bears down upon us, I can see how Crown Royal Marquis will bring balance to fruit-forward cocktails, or as a replacement in classics that call for whiskey. Also, considering my Caribbean roots, Marquis speaks to me in ways that other whiskies cannot. My thanks are eternal to Crown Royal for giving me plenty of Marquis moments of my own. Learn more about Crown Royal Marquis here. Learn more about Diageo here. Learn more about the United States Bartending Guild here. — Photo: Crown Royal Crown Royal Marquis Is The Brand's Latest Expression & We've Tried It Out was originally published on
CBC
11-06-2025
- CBC
Windsor police say 6th person arrested in Crown Royal whisky heist
Social Sharing Windsor police have arrested another person in connection to the theft of $500,000 of Crown Royal whisky last month. Police said Tuesday they arrested a 54-year-old on Friday in the 5500 block of Lassaline Avenue. He's been charged with possession of stolen property for the purposes of trafficking and conspiracy to commit an indictable offence. "This investigation is ongoing and other arrests are anticipated," police said in a statement. Police had announced Friday they made five arrested in connection with the whisky theft, totalling more than 1,000 boxes of Crown Royal products on May 17. A commercial tractor trailer was stolen from a trucking business near Devonshire Mall and found empty the next day. Police laid similar charges against the other five people arrested. "There was a rental truck that we believe has been used to transport some of the stolen alcohol down the road to the 401, going east to cities like London and maybe even farther east," Windsor police spokesperson Const. Bianca Jackson said in late May. Jackson said last week that Windsor police officers were working with other forces in the region to track down the suspects.
CTV News
07-06-2025
- CTV News
Whisky theft arrests
Windsor Watch Arrests made in theft of over 1000 boxes of Crown Royal whisky. CTV Windsor's Michelle Maluske explains.
