by élite Magazine | Nov 20, 2015 | Cover Story, December/January |
A former contestant on NBC’s hit TV show The Voice, Tay Beckham walked onto the set of a photo shoot at the studio’s backlot and climbed into the judge’s chair. It had been a while since she’d seen the chair’s “I Want You!” lettering light up, letting her know she...
by élite Magazine | Sep 18, 2015 | Cover Story, October/November |
Wearing a sleek, black jumpsuit and a bright red lip, local actress Shanola Hampton stood in stark contrast to her on-screen persona, Veronica Fisher of Showtime’s Emmy-nominated Shameless. Gone were the frayed jean shorts, colorful tees and faux leather knee-high...
by élite Magazine | Jul 24, 2015 | August/September, Cover Story |
One of the many reasons families move to the Santa Clarita Valley is because of our schools. The City of Santa Clarita consistently ranks among the top ten percent in California communities for families because of the high performing schools, with a majority of...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 22, 2015 | Cover Story |
It’s no wonder she has found success in all that she does. From the big screen to the ice to even the golf course, actress Kristy Swanson is charming, funny, talented and dedicated to what she believes in. Kristy began her professional career at the age of nine, and...
by Stephanie Struyck | Mar 24, 2015 | Cover Story
February 1, 2015. Super Bowl XLIX. It was the National Football League’s battle of the best…the New England Patriots versus the Seattle Seahawks. After tying at the half, the Patriots rallied to take the lead in the fourth quarter with nearly two minutes...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jan 23, 2015 | Cover Story, February/March
She was born in Sweden, but raised in Santa Clarita since she was a year old. He was born in Bangladesh, and raised in the city of Los Angeles. Despite being countries apart at birth, the two eventually met and their love continues to blossom. It was in 2005, at a...
by Stephanie Struyck | Sep 24, 2014 | Cover Story, October/November
Not many can say they chose their career at the age of six…but Santa Clarita resident and actor Andrew Bowen did. In fact, it only took one performance and he was hooked. “I saw the movie Grease and that was it. I was going to do that when I grew up.” With fully...
by Stephanie Struyck | Jul 23, 2014 | August/September, Cover Story
Her illustrious career has etched her way into country music’s record books and at the age of 32, has accomplished more than most seasoned veterans. Having sold over 40 million albums, the young country superstar captured the heart of country fans across America and...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 27, 2014 | Cover Story, June/July
Born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas, Captain Roosevelt Johnson enlisted in the United States Navy just after graduating high school. After his four-year service, he joined the police academy, and was offered positions with the San Diego Police Department as...
by Stephanie Struyck | Mar 24, 2014 | April/May, Cover Story
He’s the longhaired, bandana-wearing guitarist who captured the hearts of audiences worldwide and changed the face of country music. A pioneer of outlaw country, Willie Nelson’s rough and tumble grit, coupled with raw emotion and honesty, breathe life to his songs,...
by Stephanie Struyck | Nov 25, 2013 | Cover Story, December/January
photos Courtesy of Delano Howell Football. It’s four quarters of intensity, thrill and pure adrenaline. Rain or shine, hail or snow, nothing stops players from taking the field, and for a fan, seeing the offense take the ball and head toward the end zone is sheer...
by Stephanie Struyck | May 24, 2013 | Cover Story, June/July
What was to be a journey in self-discovery, turned out to be a mission to help others abroad. “I was 30. I had just gone through a bad break up, I was tired of dating and wanted to do something beyond myself. So I decided to travel,” stated Santa Clarita resident and...
