REALITY SHOW BINGO AT THE PARKER PALM SPRINGS!

On Thursday, November 2 Bingo-boy trekked to the beautiful Parker Palm Springs Hotel and was immediately swallowed up by television cameras recording his every movement. It was all part of an episode of a soon-to-be-seen reality show on Bravo called "Welcome To The Parker." Seems that the hotel wanted to put on a fundraising event and had heard the legend of "Legendary Bingo" from places afar. Bridgette Of Madison County (a part-time Bingo Hostess) and the lovely Miss Coco Peru (remember her from "Trick" and "Girls Will Be Girls"?) were already on the property (which is breathtaking) and getting ready to call the balls that night.

The event took place on a beautiful patio and all of the Palm Springs bingo faithful turned up in their finest clothes (it's amazing how quickly the good wardrobe comes out when television exposure looms...). The event benefited a hate crime documentary program and a gay youth program in Palm Springs. And it rocked!

Now some pics from the event:


Bridgette and Coco offered the crowd the closest thing to "Lucy and Ethel Call Bingo Balls" that they will ever see. Their back and forth snipes were over-the-top hilarious and luckily recorded by the cameras. Can't wait for the show to air!



Friends Andy and Tiger Lily brought their friends Allie and Pinky. Pinky is the black one and Allie is the one showing her...harness.


The Palm Springs Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence were on hand to sell bingo cards, drink, seat people, drink and drink. Those nuns love their sacramental wine!


Palm Springs bingo freak Gregory brought two lovely ladies and they toasted to their good luck. And then didn't win a darned thing.

VISIT OUR CELEBRITY PHOTO GALLERY

On Saturday, September 23, we ventured out to Eric McCormack's home for an evening of "Bingo-Tini" to benefit Project Angel Food. What a fun night with a great crowd that included Constance Marie (of The George Lopez Show and also, unbelieveably, she was J-Lo's mom in Selena!), Andy Garcia, Sam "Star Search" Harris and others that I don't know their names but they are on t.v. all the time (one scruffy guy is on the new show "Brothers & Sisters" with Calista Flockhart). The event raised about $15,000 for Project Angel Food- yay!


Here is Eric, playing bingo and loving it with his beautiful wife Janet (who has volunteered for PAF for many years). He didn't win but he was sure serious!

Sam Harris has come a long way. From Star Search to a new show called "The Class"! He won a bottle of Dom Perignon in the raffle and took it from Eric, pointing out that he "is an alcoholic." Eric then announced to the crowd "Ladies and Gentlemen- Sam Harris is an alcoholic."

Can you find Andy Garcia in the photo? He didn't like Speed Bingo very much and after a few fast numbers wadded up his card and walked up to Belle Aire, throwing it in her face. Belle Aire called him a bitch and many agreed.

Belle Aire and Eric had a lot of fun calling games together. Eric is a good ballcaller! Very quick and made up his own callbacks. Eric may come and be the celebrity guest at our Annual Holiday Bingo Show at Hamburger Mary's in December. Stay tuned!

"DYNASTY" & "CLUB LUCKY BALLS"

You never know who is going to turn up on Wednesday nights for Legendary BIngo at Hamburger Mary's. You could be sitting there just playing with your dauber and in walks Pamela Sue Martin (of "Dynasty" and "Poseidon Adventure" and of course "Nancy Drew" fame). She was beautiful and was having so much fun that she agreed to call a few games. Afterward, she promised that she would come and call bingo with us whenever she is in Los Angeles, saying "This was the best part of my entire trip!". Pamela Sue Martin with Belle Aire.


There's a new bingo in town and it's called "CLUB LUCKY BALLS." Who do they think they are? Actually it is Bingo-boy- branching out again with a once a month bingo night in Silverlake at Akbar (the coolest club in Silverlake). Hosted by Bingo-boy and a the "male drag character" Smokey Lounge, Club Lucky Balls is off to a good start. We packed Akbar on our very first Monday night(benefiting The Silverlake Conservatory of Music) and will be back for more on Monday, October 16.

Terry- aka "The Bouncer, Juli Superstar aka "Lucky Lulu" and Jeff Wylie aka "Smokey Lounge." Doesn't anyone go by their real name in Silverlake (asks "Bingo-boy...")?


This is the very, very hot bartender, Gina. She pours a mean drink and you can spend hours just reading her arms.

BINGO WITH COURTENEY COX AND FRIENDS

And for such a good cause! On Monday, August 14, we hit The Comedy Store in Los Angeles for an exclusive event benefiting EB Kids. EB (and I can't pronounce the real name) is a skin disease that affects young children and is often fatal. Bingo-boy planned the event with Andrea Pett-Joseph from Brillstein-Grey with co-host Courteney Cox. The event raised more than $200,000 for the charity and guests included David Arquette, Rosanna Arquette, David Spade, Rikki Lake, Holly Robinson- Peete and none other than Miss Reese Witherspoon! Several of the celebs got up and called a game of bingo with The Fabulous Belle Aire and....I wish the photos were better but here they are. Maybe you saw us on Access Hollywood or on the news that night. Very high profile bingo!

Courteney was very beautiful and very nice. She is dedicated to the cause and was also, along with her really cute husband David Arquette, a serious bingo player.


We love Rikki Lake! She was really funny and loved "ballcalling." She said that she promises to come and do a Wednesday night in WeHo so watch for that!


Alexis Arquette called the first "false bingo" of the night. Here Belle Aire is giving her the bad news which of course, was followed by a fierce paddling in front of her whole family.


David Spade was a reluctant ballcaller. He didn't want to do it, saying he was "afraid of Belle Aire" but Bingo-boy called him up anyway. When he called out "legs to heaven- B-11" the only one who remembered to put arms in the air was David Arquette and it was very cute. Later when Bingo-boy saw him in the hallway, David looked at him, pointed his finger and said "Yooouuuuu..."

GENERAL HOSPITAL FAN WEEKEND BINGO NIGHT!

On Saturday, July 22, Bingo-boy and Belle braved the heat in THE VALLEY in order to bring some bingo joy to a bunch of General Hospital fans who also braved the heat just to see their favorite General Hospital actor and/or actress. The event was at The Sportsman's Lodge and we were OUTSIDE with just the occasional breeze to cool us off. Regardless of the heat, this is out third year and we had a blast.The event benefited The Kurth & Taylor Foundation which helps seriously ill children by providing them with wonderful playsets foor their hospital rooms.

Yes, Belle's parents came to THIS bingo too! They are such sports and did not win a damn thing the entire time they were here.


The event was hosted by General Hospital's Wally Kurth. He has a huge and loyal fan base. I swear, he could have just stood there and breathed and they would have applauded. Nice guy who does great philanthropic work. At the end of each bingo, he auctions off his shirt and give the proceeds to the foundation.


Our door diva for this event was Kay- the Sierra Madre Rose Float door diva. Kay is caught here cooling herself off.


I remember watching General Hospital when Luke and Laura were being held hostage on the island and Elizabeth Taylor made a guest appearance and there was this great character named Monica Quartermaine that I thought was hot. So was I thrilled when Leslie Charleston showed up? You bet! And she was naughty! Love to get her for a Wednesday night at Hammie Em's.


One of the hottest characters on General Hospital is played by Ignacio Serriccio, who came and called a few "bilingual" balls. He is seriously funny and promises to come on a Wednesday night soon.

A CELEBRITY BINGO PARTY IN MALIBU!

On Friday, July 21, Belle Aire and Bingo-boy traveled ALLLLL the way to Broad Beach in Malibu (that's where all of the BIG industry folks like David Geffen and Cher live) for a private party hosted by actress Jami Gertz ("Still Standing," "Twister," and remember "Square Pegs"?) and her husband for his company. The weather was beautiful and we thought you'd like a glimpse of the beautiful surroundings!

This photo is a keeper. How many of you have actually seen Belle Aire eat? Usually the lips are on perfect and therefore no food is touching them. With Belle Aire are her parents, Ken and Phyllis. They are both extremely beautiful and two of the nicest folks you can ever meet. And very supportive of bingo too!


Bingo was played out by the pool which was in the front yard! That's because the backyard is the beach!


This is the view of the backyard and beyond it are sand dunes and then the glorious ocean.


There was something for everyone at this party. Kids had several art projects to choose from and also were able to get henna tattoos. This company treats its employees very well.


Bingo-boy and Jami Gertz were caught by paparazzi in an intimate embrace! Maybe she will become the new Mrs. Bingo-boy!

WEST HOLLYWOOD BINGO WITH MUSIC!

On Wednesday, July 12 Bingo-boy previewed two songs written by Jamie Karen and himself. He met Jamie when she played the role of Linda Lovelace in a workshop production of his musical "Lovelace: The Musical" and discovered her great talent. Jamie and her husband Mark Deklin performed "It's A Good Thing" for both shows and Jamie soloed on "The First Time" for the second show. Bingo-boy and Jamie are now lining up offers for the songs and plan to run away with all the loot they make. Okay, Mark can come too.

Jamie Karen and Mark Deklin sang and called a few balls. This is one great looking couple, yes?


This guy really takes "O-68: You do me and I'll owe you one" seriously! You can find this shirt in the young mens department of Target.

COWBOY BINGO IN PALM SPRINGS

YEE HAH! The Golden State Rodeo Association rolled in to Legendary Bingo for a night of bronco- busting bingo on Monday, July 10. Yes, Palm Springs is hot and so was the crowd! And check out Belle Aire's new balls!



Yes, size does matter but bigger does not necessarrily mean better. Belle Aire was quite confused by the big white balls. She likes hers colored. Oh, well, we'll use this bingo wheel for private parties only.



"Michelle" gingerly sips a soda while holding her dauber. She was parched.



The Mystery Cowboy. What's under that ten gallon hat?



"Lady Ella" was all decked out in her finest western gear. Around her neck was an animal of some kind Growl!



This lovely couple is the reigning Mister and Miss Gay Rodeo. They host BBQ's for the neighbors on the weekends and recently began marriage counseling. Typical suburbanites!

BINGO-BOY DOES IT "DOGGIE STYLE!"


PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) in Los Angeles recently hosted an event up at The Gene Autry Museum and invited all the dogs! Tons of people showed up with their pooches and picnicked on the lawn until dark when they screened doggie movies! Very fun idea and the event was packed with canines leading their owners around. Bingo-boy did not bring his dogs- they prefer not to socialize with other dogs- but he did take some shots of pooches that you may enjoy...



Dude looks like a lady!



A face that could break your heart. "Please! Just one more Liva-snap! Please!"



Dogs with yellow bandanas were also up for adoption. I just know someone snapped up this big hearted fella. Our friends from The Bill Foundation were there and I am sure they join me in telling you- ADOPT A DOG!



"I can't believe I ate an entire pot roast. And a bag of Funyuns. And also the entire bowl of complimentary Flava-snacks at that the "Doggie Dress-up" booth (that was disturbing). I have never been this full. Ever. I don't think I'll ever eat again.....
Hey, is that a half-digested Milkbone! It's mine!"



This little beauty belongs to Bingo-boy's friend Tiger Lily. Her name is Ali and she is modeling the latest in faux-mink jackets from Licker and Licker of Beverly HIlls. Don't hate her because she's beautiful...

BINGO WITH BRUCE VILANCH & A HOT HAIRDRESSER

On Wednesday night, June 21, our 7 pm show benefited The Susan G. Komin Breast Cancer 3 Day Walk. Our special ballcalling guests for the evening were CaCee Cobb (featured on the Jessica Simpson show "Newlyweds") and Ken Paves- salon owner and "stylist to the stars." Us Magazine recently called Ken "the hottest Hollywood stylist in the business!" Ken donated a few makeovers as auction items and really helped the charity make some money.

Ken Paves and Cacee Cobb called the bingo games together.

















Our 9 pm show benefited The Celebration Theater and began with a kick-ass song from their new show. Then Mr. Bruce Vilanch took the stage and showed us why he is one of the highest paid comedy writers in the business. When Bingo-boy asked him if he ever dreamed that he and John Travolta would be going out for the same roles (Bruce was Edna Turnblad on Broadway in "Hairspray" and John Travolta is playing the role in the film)- Bruce replied "John and I have been going after the same PARTS for years." Hmmmm. I wonder what Bruce meant by that?

Bruce Vilanch calls the balls.

HBO "ENTOURAGE" PREMIERE PARTY

We were asked to host the "bingo room" at the "Entourage" premiere party held on June 1 at The Hollywood Social Club (formerly The Hollywood Athletic Club- I suppose that means instead of exercising, they just all stand around now). Over 1000 people attended the party which also had roller derby, a burlesque room, dancing and lots of food and booze. Tons of celebrities made the scene including Paris and Nicky Hilton (Paris didn't know the difference between "Kobe Beef" and "vegetarian"). We were one big, huge hit. We played bingo for those freaks for over four hours and gave away forty prize bags. Let's just say we were very, very popular!

Bridgette of Madison County co-hosted with Belle Aire. Here she is at the "callback board" trying to explain to bingo virgins the meaning of "dinner for two, sauce on the side."


Doesn't Belle look sassy? Belle Aire and Bridgette both had their wigs designed by Mr. Dennis Stokely- a master of big "event" hair. He works at The Ken Pares Salon in Beverly HIlls. Check him out for your next big event!


In answer to your question, yes they are drunk here.

MOMMIE DEAREST GOES TO PALM SPRINGS!

On Monday, June 5, Belle Aire and Bingo-boy trekked to Palm Springs and, with Paramount Pictures presented "Mommie Dearest Bingo Night" for all of the our desert bingo freaks. The evening was in honor of the DVD release of the 25 year anniversary of Mommie Dearest and we literally sent everyone to "Bingo Camp!"

Our special guest for the evening was renowned drag queen Cassandra Fever as "Joan Crawford" and she was joined by two lovely "ladies" of the desert- "Michelle" (L) and "Lady Ella "(R).


This young couple brought their favorite Joan Crawford pic and also pics of their dogs to bring them luck. Alas they didn't win a single game. Damn you Joan Crawford!


CHRISTINA! BRING ME THE BINGO PADDLE!



Our surprise guest for the evening was Ann Walker, one of the stars of "Sordid Lives" and a good friend of Belle's. She'll be back calling the bingo numbers in July and that should thrill all of her Palm Springs fans- of which there are many.

JUST ANOTHER WEDNESDAY NIGHT!

If there is such a thing at Hamburger Mary's. On May 31, we hosted two sold out events on a very hot "too hot for this time of year" night in West Hollywood. Belle Aire showed up in an ensemble made for the weather. Hot was not the word for it...




Our special guest for the 9 p.m. show was Cleo King. She plays the nanny on the funny new Tori Spelling show "So NoTORIous." She will also be seen in the upcoming film 'Dreamgirls" with Beyonce!



The big news on this night was that as of one week, the walls would be coming down between Hamburger Mary's and the old Beijing Cafe and beginning on our next bingo night, we will have a brand new huge restaurant to frolick in! The "walk of pelt" will take FOREVER!

MOTHER'S DAY AND DOLLY PARTON! Week of May 15, 2006

Belle Aire and Bingo-boy started off the week in Palm Springs with a "Day After Mother's Day" Mother's Day bingo night. As usual, the crowd was fun and frolicky.

I don't know who's mother this is, but I doubt she's really a top.


Andy from 333 Bed & Breakfast brought his beautiful mother...and she brought all of her bingo good luck charms- including a miniature bottle of Tabasco Sauce (?). All of that luck kept building throughout the night until it burst forth and she won the grand prize game.


This family had quite a night. The father was paddled for his birthday, the mother was paddled for her false bingo and the son just thought "payback is a bitch!" They also won a few games and some raffle prizes!


"DOLLY PARTON" VISITS WEHO LEGENDARY BINGO!
Okay. so it's not really Dolly Parton. Her real name is Sandy Anderson and she is one of the world's only female Dolly Parton impersonators. She came to Wednesday night bingo to call a few games as part of an episode of "Plastic Surgery Before & After" on The Discovery Channel. When she walked in, the crowd just stared with their mouths wide open. In person, you wouldn't be able to tell the real from the "fake."


"Dolly" came outside and did a little "visitin'" with waiter Tye and Door Diva Donna.

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