Critically Acclaimed "NYC TV PROFILES" to Celebrate Its Upcoming 200th Episode With a Star Studded Event at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar

New York, NY, June 08, 2009 --(PR.com)-- The 200th episode of "NYC TV PROFILES" will be celebrated with a memorable party hosted by Quest Media Entertainment, Inc; the producers of the program. Noted journalist Bill McCreary, Vice President of Quest Media Entertainment, Inc, and other celebrities will be in attendance. At 8:00pm a special video presentation will feature an overview of "NYC TV PROFILES" highlights from its 200th episodes to be shown on the big screen. The Sugar Bar is located at 254 West 72nd Street in New York City.

The event is sure to bring out classic to contemporary celebrities from Film, Broadway, Hollywood and the Media for "NYC TV PROFILES" 200th episode on the NYC TV network. The program has featured celebrity guests like Joan Rivers, Kathy Ireland, Joe Piscopo, Herschel Walker, Danny Glover, Ernest Borgnine, George Foreman, Dick Cavett and many others. Filmed at Ashford and Simpson’s elegant Sugar Bar, the executive producers for "NYC TV PROFILES" are Gary Huminy, Arick Wierson and Bill McCreary with senior producer Moe Monty.

The special honoree for this year’s event is Dr. Amiya Prasad, one of NYC’s top plastic surgeons. Dr. Prasad is renowned for his innovative approach to facial plastic surgery. His work is highly regarded in New York City and across the country. He also gives much of his time to teaching future surgeons at several New York City institutions. Other honorees include Federico Castelluccio and Tito Puente, Jr.

Federico Castelluccio, actor and artist, will be honored for his contribution to the arts. Federico is an outstanding actor who portrayed Furio Giunta on the critically acclaimed HBO series, The Sopranos. He is also equally captivating with paintbrush in hand. The brilliance of his artwork is in demand by collectors worldwide.

Tito Puente, Jr. will be honored for his contributions to Latin music. Tito, Jr. is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father Tito Puente, King of Latin music. Through his music Tito Jr. refuses to let his father’s legacy become a distant memory. Tito Puente Jr. is set to release his latest album “Got Mambo” the same night.

After presentations and acknowledgements, special musical performances will include singing sensation Carl Thomas, who will be celebrating “The Music of Darin, Sinatra & Martin”. Also performing will be Latin Superstar George Lamond singing his mega-hit cover of Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’”, and lastly Tito Puente Jr. will be introducing some of the latest cuts from his new album, “Got Mambo”.

“NYC TV PROFILES” has been rated one of “THE BEST INTERVIEW SHOWS ON TV” according to critics. People are saying “NYC TV PROFILES” is finer to watch than your average reality TV show that may not survive after one season, let alone seven years, as "NYC TV PROFILES" has. This longevity is most likely due to the shows professional, in-depth and candid interviews of some of the most intriguing celebrity guests that viewers love to see. “People today want to hear about real lives”, says Robert Moran and host of The New Yorkers.

"NYC TV PROFILES" is co-hosted by Marlie Hall and hosted by seasoned veteran TV Host, Mickey Burns. “He’s likeable and genuine”, says an avid watcher of "NYC TV PROFILES". “He’s not rehearsed like some TV show icons. He really knows his guests and evokes personal responses that make for a fine interview,” says Kim Fuller, PR King.

Host Mickey Burns is available for interviews in conjunction with the airing of this historic event.

For more information, visit www.questmedia.net.

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