SEPTEMBER "RULES" FOR ACTOR KOFI SIRIBOE

Kofi Siriboe Joins All-Star Cast of “Girl Trip

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"VISION/VOICE/VARION" EXCLUSIVE 

(New Orleans, LA)--September will be a big month for rising star Kofi Siriboe.  In addition to being part of an exclusive VW Network SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT, the rising start has just been added to the All-Star cast of Universal Film “Girl Trip” starring Queen Latifah, Regina Hall and Jada Pinkett Smith.  Already deemed by Entertainment Weekly as a “sure to be a heartthrob,” industry insiders have the 22-year old actor as one of “the premiere sought-after talents in Hollywood.”

"I am extremely honored to be sharing the screen with award nominated and winning actresses like Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett-Smith, and Regina Hall. This is both a dream and a childish crush come true. I look forward to embodying the vision that our director Malcolm D. Lee has for my character, says Siriboe.

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Siriboe made a big splash with Queen Latifah and the cast of “Girl Trip” during the 2016 Essence Music Festival.  He and the cast of “Queen Sugar” cheered on Oprah Winfrey as she gave more than 8-thousand fans a preview of her new drama series during an appearance at The Essence Music Festival at The Ernest Morial Convention Center in July.

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Don't miss Varion’s Special Assignment Report in August as she talks in-depth about the case of  “Queen Sugar.” The drama series is the latest in what critics say is sure to be another rating winner Oprah Winfrey who teams up again with “Selma” Director Ava DuVernay.  The series premieres September 6^th & 7^th, and will air Wednesdays at 10/9c on THE OWN NETWORK. 

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Check out this Trailer of "QUEEN SUGAR"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py1GVEAVv4E

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Dan Lothian and Diversity in Media

INFLUENCING THE NEXT GENERATION OF "DIGITAL JOURNALIST" 

Varion Walton and Former CNN Correspondent Dan Lothian at EPB Headquarters in Tennessee

(Chattanooga, TN.) --He has one of the most recognized faces in the White House Press Corp.  Former CNN Correspondent Dan Lothian sits down with Varion Walton for an in-depth conversation about his tenure at the cable news channel, plus fills us in on what it was like covering three different administrations in the White House.  For more information about WALTON AND ASSOCIATES:  VISIT: www.waltonandassociates.net

American Idol Finalist-La'Portia Renae

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nR9mtAKoYmg&feature=share


(Jackson, MS.) -She's quickly becoming "America's Sweetheart!" American Idol finalist La'Porsha  Renae is still winning hearts and hitting a "high note" in her native Mississippi as she makes it back home after the finale'.  Check out La'Porsha as she chats with Varion about her big record deal, ALL NEW this week on VISION/VOICE/VARION!

"BEING TASHA COBB" ON CENTRIC TV

WATCH TASHA COBB ON CENTRIC SATURDAY,  APRIL 2nd -10p/9p cst

(NASHVILLE, TN.)--Brandy, Lisa Raye, Terri Vaughn have all sat in the "hot seat!" Now it's Motown Gospel Recording Artist Tasha Cobb's turn to "sweat it out" under the glare of Centric TV's reality show cameras in "Being" Tasha Cobb. It's the latest edition in the long-running series of biopics for Centric.

In the episode, Tasha discusses her road to stardom, being a powerful voice in Gospel music, living with depression, and how she continues to encourage her fans.

Additionally, Tasha released her new DVD One Place Live on April 8. The DVD is an accompaniment to her #1 Billboard chart-topping album that released last summer. Recorded live in Greensboro NC, the live performance DVD, spliced with interview footage, captures the singer in the purest form of her being – in true worship.

Tasha’s current single “Put A Praise On It,” continues to hold strong on the Gospel charts, currently in the Top 20 and climbing. Cobbs has been captivating audiences across the country since debuting the hit song on Centric’s Soul Train Awards. The soul-stirring performance had the crowd singing and celebs like musical legend and honoree Babyface mesmerized while singer/actress LaToya Luckett, “Apprentice” alum Omarosa and Empire’s Ta’Rhonda Jones on their feet.

ACTRESS CHUTI TIU JOINS CAST OF "NASHVILLE"

"BRAINS AND BEAUTY!"

All I can say is, "look at her now!" Little girls do grow up! If you lived in Mobile, Alabama during the 1980's; perhaps you remember the pageant that put The Port City on the map for years, "America's Jr. Miss." 

Today, operating as the "Distinguished Young Women" Scholastic Competition, high school seniors from across the nation come to Mobile for the coveted title. In 1987, Wisconsin's Chuti Tiu was no exception, in fact, she was extraordinary!   

Chuti was the first young woman of color to win the title in organization's history. I remember her because as a woman of Asian decent she represented change, hope, and possibilities!

More than 20 years later, what would be the chances of me running into this beautiful spirit in STARBUCKS in Chattanooga, TN?  Nearly impossible. 

Back in the late 1980's, while a college freshman working as a member of the production staff at WALA-TV, I was running one of the production cameras at The Mobile Civic Center; and I remember her win created quite a buzz in the building and in the city. It was historic. 

In a busy Chattanooga STARBUCKS, 25 years later, here we were talking for almost an hour as she studied a script for an upcoming segment on the popular show "NASHVILLE!"  

Even today, this beauty/scholastic pageant winner is still showing why she's more than just another pretty face.  Look for Actress Chuti Tiu TONIGHT on the set of the popular ABC drama series "Nashville." Her character is expected to have a reoccurring role until April 4th.

As she was in 1987, she will be a "big hit" in 2016. 

ANTHONY HAMILTON TALKS NEW MUSIC AND NEW TOUR

ANTHONY HAMILTON TOUR WITH FANTASIA STARTS  APRIL 21ST!

"GOOD FOOD/GOOD MUSIC AT CRACKER BARREL"

(ATLANTA, GA.)-What goes better with a bowl of collard greens and fried chicken than soulful singer Anthony Hamilton?  The Grammy Award winner's new CD "What I'm Feelin," come featuring his new single "AMEN" is serving up a "delicious bonus" for fans at Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores nationally.  

Varion Walton has the "scoop" on the bonus track available at the "home-style cooking" restaurant,  plus details on his upcoming tour with American Idol Fantasia.

Anthony Hamilton's "new groove sound" on his 9th studio album is the focus of this week's VISION/VOICE/VARION EXCLUSIVE!  

PRESS PLAY AND CHECK OUT VARION'S STORY!

Chrisette Michele Opens Up About Living With PCOS

Chrisette Michele Opens Up About Living With PCOS: Whether it's to celebrate the newness of love, do the ugly cry in the dark to get over the pain of heartbreak or channel her unmatched badassery to live life unapologetically how you choose, there'...

2016 OUTLOOK

WALTON AND ASSOCIATES CELEBRATING 5 YEARS!

Our Continued Thanks

With the New Year, and our 5th year anniversary January 20th quickly approaching, I wish to express my sincere appreciation for your continued trust in Walton and Associates.

The Outlook for 2016

As we journey through 2016, we maintain a promising long-term outlook for our clients and associates. For nearly five years, we have remained committed to our founding principal of "helping you 'dream' fiercely and with reverence."

It’s our longtime promise of influencing the “NEXT GENERATION” of digital journalists that’s helped us to successfully represent talent throughout the United States. Because of our successes, we are excited about expanding further in 2016 and we look forward to you growing with us.

We Remain Committed-Five Years On

If you haven’t talked to our representatives at Walton and Associates lately, now is a great time to get personalized advice and guidance tailored to your unique needs. In 2016, we will be partnering with even larger markets and tapping into even more resources when it comes to the entertainment industry.

On behalf of Walton and Associates, I thank you again for your confidence in us and look forward to serving you in the next year and beyond.

Varion Walton

CEO & Principal Consultant

W&A …”guiding you to your DESTINY since 2011!”

ANGEL McCOUGHTRY AND THE WNBA'S "ATLANTA DREAM!"

"BELIEVING IN THE DREAM"

       

(Atlanta, GA.)  Atlanta Dream's Angel McCoughtry is a VISION/VOICE/VARION fan, what about you? Angel McCoughtry is “fiercely feminine,” skilled and a great example of NEVER giving up on your dreams!  #35 Angel McCoughtry is a star athlete with the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream. Angel will always be our best example that "you can make any DREAM come true, if you are willing to work hard enough to get it!"

Breaking records, racking up the most steals! Read more out this standout in the WNBA.  Click on the link below. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_McCoughtry

 

Courtesy: WNBA

Courtesy: WNBA 

UP CLOSE WITH RAHEEM DeVAUGHN-"LOVE, SEX, PASSION TOUR"

KING OF LOVE WORKING OVERTIME AGAINST "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE"

(Chattanooga, TN.)--October is Domestic Violence Month and no one is working harder to be "THE VOICE" of victims and survivors than R&B Singer Raheem DeVaughn.  PRESS PLAY and Check out Varion's candid talk with the singer minutes from the stage about why he's a "Single man on a Single Mission" to raise the awareness against Domestic Violence!  Spread the word, tell a friend VISION/VOICE/VARION..."always on, always connected!"

Track 29-Chattanooga, TN.

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