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Jackie Tohn was born in Oceanside, New York, USA. She is an actress and writer, known for A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018), GLOW (2017) and Sisters (2015).

Michael Owen Rosenbaum is an American actor and pod-caster. He is known for portraying Lex Luthor on the Superman television series Smallville, a role that TV Guide included in their 2013 list of "The 60 Nastiest Villains of All Time". Rosenbaum is also known for portraying Martinex in Guardians of the Galaxy 2, Parker in Urban Legend, Adam/Adina in Sorority Boys and Dutch Nilbog on Fox's Breaking In. He also has an extensive voiceover career in animation, such as his role of Wally West / The Flash in the DC Animated Universe series Justice League (2001-04) and its sequel Justice League Unlimited (2004-06). Between 2015 and 2016, he played the lead role in the TV Land comedy series Impastor. He is also the lead singer of the band Sun Spin with his friend Rob Danson. The band's first album, Best Days was released on February 9, 2021

David Mendenhall's career began at the age of four, when he appeared in a commercial for Mattel Toys. By the time he reached his teens his appearances included more than 150 commercials for both television and radio, plus roles on such television shows as "Our House" (two seasons), "Taxi" (two seasons as Marilu Henner's son), "Diff'rent Strokes," "The Twilight Zone," "The David Copperfield Special" (as the young Copperfield), and "The Wayne Newton Special" (as the young Wayne Newton).

From 1979 - 1986, David regularly appeared as "Mike Webber" on ABC's "General Hospital" for which he was honored with a Soapie for "Best Youth Actor In a Daytime Continuing Drama" by the Soap Opera Digest Awards. He also collected several Youth in Film Awards during the same time span, including "Best Youth Actor In A Daytime Drama Series." Soon he became heavily involved in feature films, and by the late 80s, David's image was seen in every major teen magazine. Along the way, he had the opportunity to work alongside major entertainment industry figures representing a spectrum of media and eras, including Danny Kaye, Sammy Davis, Jr., Roger Corman, Danny DeVito, Bill Bixby, Janusz Kaminski, Ruth Buzzi, Brock Peters, Burgess Meredith, Demi Moore, and Menahem Golan.

Movie appearances included opposite Christina Applegate in the gritty thriller "Streets" (1990); with Sally Kellerman and Michael Moriarty in "Secret Of The Ice Cave" (1990); "Going Bananas" (1988) with Dom DeLuise and Jimmy Walker; as the son of Sylvester Stallone in "Over The Top" (1987, for which he infamously "won" two Razzies in the same year - Worst New Star and Worst Supporting Actor); with comedian Johnny Yune in "They Still Call Me Bruce" (1987); as part of an ensemble including Shelley Winters in the thriller "Witchfire" (1985); and co-starring in his first feature with Vince Edwards in Roger Corman's "Space Raiders" (1983).

David's experience in the 80s extended to performing voice-over roles for many cartoon specials, series, and feature films, including: "The Cabbage Patch Christmas Special," "Robo Force," "Puff The Magic Dragon," "The Smurf's Christmas Special," "Kangaroo," "Potato Head Kids," "Galtar," "The Berenstain Bears" (as Brother Bear), "G.I. Joe," "Transformers," "The Transformers Movie," and "The Rainbow Brite Movie." In addition, David recorded several story-albums for Disney Records, including "The Black Stallion," "E.T.," "Gremlins," "Goonies," and "The Swiss Family Robinson."

After the very busy 80s came to a close, and after coping with the loss of his father from cancer, David began a course towards achieving a higher education. In 1998 he graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor's degree in Theatre and Cinema- Television. Next, in further pursuit of his goal to one day form his own production company, he proceeded to earn his Juris Doctor degree from Southwestern University School of Law (2001). Credentials in hand, David began his career anew in the entertainment industry, first, as a contract attorney inside major studio law departments, including the NBC network and Universal Studios. A devoted writer from an early age, Mendenhall also spent time during the 2000s as a journalist for such publications as Indie Slate Magazine and the Daily Journal.

In 2008, Mendenhall pivoted back towards his true passion, entertainment production. He first had the opportunity to spend time behind-the-scenes at work for Lock and Key Productions (Endemol) seasons 3 & 4 of the hit NBC program, "Deal or No Deal." Since then, he's earned producing credits on other prime time network programs.

Over the years, David has also channeled his energy into supporting many non-profit causes. He's participated in numerous special events on behalf of such organizations as the American Cancer Society, The Adam Walsh Foundation, The Just Say No Foundation, The Motion Picture and Television Hospital, the D.A.R.E. program, the March of Dimes, Actors and Others for Animals, the Starlight Children's Foundation, and Make-A-Wish.

A true "theatre person," David continues to participate in stage productions on a regular basis, having appeared in and/or been directly involved with many live productions in the Los Angeles area since the early 90s. He is currently a member of Above The Curve Theatre group. As a professional actor, 2016 marked his 40th anniversary as a member in good standing of Screen Actors Guild-AFTRA; he recently enjoyed playing a feature role in Bobcat Goldthwait's dark comedy "God Bless America." On a regular basis, David also participates as a member of the SAG-AFTRA National Young Performers Committee, which advocates for protections on behalf of children who work in front of the camera.

David's engaged with several productions in various stages of development for worldwide digital, television, and theatrical distribution.

One of modern TV and moviedom's most sturdy and reliable character actors, David Paymer dreamed of being an actor from early childhood. Although he came from a traditional middle-class Jewish family that urged him to become a doctor or lawyer, Paymer felt more at home in the world of the thespian. At 14, he used a fake I.D. to see The Graduate, which starred a young Dustin Hoffman. He grew up in Oceanside, New York, where his father was in the scrap metal business. His mother, a homemaker, had fled Belgium with her family to escape the Nazis. When his father quit the scrap metal business to pursue music, it inspired young Paymer to give his acting dream a try. His aborted big break came when he was cast in the TV series, St. Elsewhere, as "Dr. Wayne Fiscus"

• then promptly dumped and replaced by Howie Mandel. Luckily, his real

big break was destined to be on the big screen, as "Ira Shalowitz" in the Billy Crystal vehicle, City Slickers. Crystal was so pleased with Paymer's work that he wrote the part of "Stan Yankelman", beleaguered brother of the titular character in the movie, Mr. Saturday Night, especially for Paymer. The part earned Paymer an Oscar nomination in 1993.

"That was like getting my passport stamped", said Paymer and he was quickly in demand by directors such as Spielberg ("Amistad"), Redford ("Quiz Show"), Oliver Stone ("Nixon"), David Mamet ("State & Main"), Steven Soderbergh ("Ocean's 13"), and Sam Raimi ("Drag me to Hell"). Chameleon-like in his portrayals, Paymer has since starred in hundreds of roles in film & television, notably "The American President", "Get Shorty", "Payback", "The Hurricane", "In Good Company", Francis Ford Coppola's "Twixt" and Kenneth Branagh's "Jack Ryan: Shadow One".

Paymer received Golden Globe nominations for "Mr. Saturday Night" and for HBO's "Crime of the Century". Paymer became a hyphenate in 2002, directing the acclaimed comedy short "Candor City Hospital" for Showtime. He has since directed over 60 episodes for broadcast television, including such hits as "Grey's Anatomy", "The Mentalist", "Brothers & Sisters", "Medium" & "The Unit". He is also a producer and director on the CW series "Hart of Dixie". Paymer resides in Santa Monica, CA with his wife and two daughters.

Joshua Bassett, born in Oceanside, California, to Taylor and Laura Bassett, is a singer, dancer, and actor. Starting at the age of seven, Joshua has performed in over thirty musical theatre productions, and acted in numerous commercials/ short films. He has five sisters who are involved in theatre as well. Not only does he enjoy being on camera, but behind the camera whenever possible.

Salli Saffioti was born in Oceanside, New York, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for Watchmen (2009), Resident Evil: Degeneration (2008) and Resident Evil: Damnation (2012). She was previously married to Colin Mitchell.

Tracy Dali is an internationally accomplished actress, writer, radio host, model, dancer, full-illusion magician and is probably the only producer in the entertainment industry who can claim the record of Playboy's Most Photographed Lingerie Model. Though she grew up in Tucson, Arizona as part of an Italian/Irish family, this "glamorous tomboy" knew that her future lay across the desert in Hollywood. Once in California, Tracy took the entertainment industry -- and from there, the world -- by storm. Tracy has appeared in over thirty-three feature films and twenty-two TV shows, including twelve appearances as herself. Tracy is a woman who has truly done it all, from appearing on Italian TV to an eleven month stint in Japan as part of a dance troupe. Now Tracy adds another skill to her already impressive resume by moving behind the camera and focusing her impressive knowledge of the entertainment industry on producing. With her extensive network of celebrity friends and co-workers (both in front of the camera and behind it), Tracy is in a position to take her place as one of the pre-eminent leaders in the entertainment industry today.

A native of Oceanside, California, Brandon began appearing in television commercials at the age of four after a talent scout noticed him entertaining party guests with impressions of popular singers. In 1984 he began working in episodic television, and is probably best remembered as "Doug Porter" on "The Wonder Years." After High School, Brandon started taking singing lessons and is now pursuing a career in Musical Theater, having performed extensively on stages throughout Southern California.

Ashley Moore was born on 15 July 1993 in Oceanside, California, USA. She is an actress, known for Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016), Perfect and Salvation.

Rosanne Sorrentino was born on January 15, 1968, in Oceanside, Long Island, New York. She made her professional stage debut in the 3rd National Tour of Annie in 1980-81, playing the title role of Annie.[1][2]

Sorrentino was "bitten by the acting bug" in 1976, when she played a schoolgirl in the American Academy of Dramatic Arts's summer workshop production of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. The play was written by Jay Presson Allen, the wife of Lewis Allen, one of Annie's producers. Rosanne was also a member of her school chorus at Lindenhurst Senior High School and it was under the direction of her school music teacher, Liz Costa, that she developed her love for singing. She was also involved with the Charles Street Players in Lindenhurst High School. Her greatest role being that of Grizabella in their rendition of Cats.

Although Sorrentino received critical acclaim for her stage portrayal of Annie, she was considered too old - at the age of 13 - to be cast as Annie in the film version. Instead, after auditioning, she was offered, and accepted, the role of Pepper - the oldest, and bossiest, orphan.[1][2]

Mike Massimino is a former NASA Astronaut, an New York Times bestselling author, a Columbia University engineering professor, and an advisor at The Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum. A veteran of two space shuttle missions and four spacewalks, Mike was the first person to tweet from space, holds the team record for the most spacewalking time on a single space shuttle mission, and successfully completed the most complicated spacewalk ever attempted to repair the Hubble Space Telescope. Mike persisted through three rejections over 7 years on his way to becoming an astronaut, including overcoming a medical disqualification by training his eyes and brain to see better. He has had a recurring role as himself on the CBS comedy "The Big Bang Theory," is the host for the Science Channel Series "The Planets and Beyond," was featured in National Geographic Television's "One Strange Rock," is a frequent expert guest on news programs and late night television (including Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN, Fox News Channel, MSNBC, CNBC, and The Late Show with David Letterman), and has been called the real-life astronaut who inspired George Clooney's role in the movie "Gravity." He lives in New York City.

Matt Kaminsky was born in Oceanside, Long Island, New York, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for NCIS (2003), Boston Legal (2004) and Big Love (2006). He has been married to Dotty Coloroso since 18 June 1994. They have two children.

Robert A. Iger is Executive Chairman of The Walt Disney Company and Chairman of the Board of Directors. He assumed the role of Executive Chairman in February 2020, having served as Chief Executive Officer since 2005. As Executive Chairman, Mr. Iger directs the Company's creative endeavors, while leading the Board and providing the full benefit of his experience, leadership and guidance.

Over his 15 years leading the Company, Mr. Iger built Disney into one of the world's largest and most admired media and entertainment companies, while focusing on the three fundamental pillars of his strategic vision: generating the best creative content possible; fostering innovation and utilizing the latest technology; and expanding into new markets around the world.

As CEO, Mr. Iger expanded on Disney's rich history of unforgettable storytelling with the acquisitions of Pixar (2006), Marvel (2009), Lucasfilm (2012) and 21st Century Fox (2019), as well as the landmark 2016 opening of Disney's first theme park and resort in Mainland China, Shanghai Disney Resort; and the release of a number of record-setting films including the No. 1 movie of all time, Marvel's Avengers: Endgame, the top animated features of all time, Disney's Frozen and Frozen 2, and the groundbreaking movie Marvel's Black Panther. Always one to embrace new technology, Mr. Iger has made Disney an industry leader through its creative content offerings across multiple platforms, most recently leveraging cutting edge direct-to-consumer technology with the highly successful launch of the Disney+ streaming service in November 2019 and ESPN+ in 2018.

During Mr. Iger's tenure, The Walt Disney Company has been recognized as one of the "Most Reputable Companies" in both America and the world by Forbes magazine (2006-2019); one of the "Best Employers" in both America and the world by Forbes magazine (2019 and 2018, respectively); one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" by Fortune magazine (2009-2021); and as one of the "World's Most Respected Companies" by Barron's (2009-2017).

Mr. Iger assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company in October, 2005, and was elected Chairman in 2012. From 2000-2005 he served as President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Iger officially joined the Disney senior management team in 1996 as Chairman of the Disney-owned ABC Group and in 1999 was given the additional responsibility of President, Walt Disney International. In that role, Mr. Iger expanded and coordinated Disney's presence outside of the United States, establishing the blueprint for the Company's international growth today. As Chairman of the ABC Group, Mr. Iger oversaw the broadcast television network and station group, cable television properties, and radio and publishing businesses and also guided the complex merger between Capital Cities/ABC, Inc. and The Walt Disney Company. During Mr. Iger's years with ABC, he obtained hands-on experience in every aspect of the television business-including news, sports, and entertainment-as well as in program acquisition, rights negotiations, and business affairs. He began his career at ABC in 1974.

Mr. Iger has been named TIME's Businessperson of the Year (2019); one of the "World's Most Powerful People" by Forbes magazine (2018); one of the "Top Gun CEOs" by Forbes magazine (2009); one of Fortune magazine's "25 Most Powerful People in Business" (2006, 2007); one of the "Best CEOs" by Institutional Investor magazine (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); MarketWatch CEO of the Year (2006); and "CEO of the Year" by Chief Executive (2014).

Mr. Iger was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in January 2020, and the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame in 2015. He serves on the boards of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and Perfect Day; and as chairman of the capital campaign for the new Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Museum in Los Angeles. In 2012, Mr. Iger became a member of the Academy of Arts & Sciences, one of the nation's most prestigious honorary societies, which recognizes some of the world's most accomplished scholars, scientists, writers, artists, and civic, corporate, and philanthropic leaders.

Mr. Iger is the author of the New York Times Best Seller "The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of The Walt Disney Company," published in 2019. He is a graduate of Ithaca College.

Jack O'Shea was born on 13 December 1992 in Oceanside, New York, USA. He is a producer and actor, known for Tap That Awesome App (2017), Give Good Text (2017) and Just Like the Real Thing (2017).

Michael Blake Kruse was born on May 19, 1990 in Camp Pendleton, California - the major West Coast base of the United States Marine Corps. He is the son of Melinda Kay (Purvis), and Michael Dean Kruse. Both parents served in the Marines Corps and were honorably discharged shortly after Michael's birth. He has two younger brothers, Shane Marcus Kruse (b. 1992) and Colton Dean Kruse (b. 1998), as well as a younger sister, Kiersten Kae Kruse (b. 2002).

Michael's interests throughout adolescence primarily lied in sports. From a young age, he participated competitively in baseball, football, wrestling, and track, finding success in all during his career at BCLUW High School of Conrad, Iowa. He went on to play baseball at Central College of Pella, Iowa, where he also earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology in 2012. Shortly after graduation, Michael relocated to Los Angeles to further his career in the entertainment industry.

Michael is best known for his contract role on ABC's General Hospital as "Rory Cabrera," a young, by-the-books police officer for the Port Charles Police Department. Other TV credits include guest star work on Criminal Minds, Grey's Anatomy, and Chicago P.D. He has worked on three Lifetime films, The Ugly Christmas Sweater, Christmas Harmony, and Dead In The Water.

Most recently, Michael can be seen in the supporting role as "Henderson" in one of Marvel Studio's latest installments, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, directed by Ryan Coogler.

As a print model and commercial actor, Michael has worked on dozens of campaigns for clients such as Nike, Amazon, Google, Apple, and Coca-Cola.

He is married to Cara Kruse (Skramovsky) and they have one child together. They reside in Los Angeles, CA.

Taylor Cardace was born on 28 May 1990 in Oceanside, Long Island, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for Shameless (2011), Shameless Hall of Shame (2012) and Unknowns (2012).

Burke Byrnes was born on 9 December 1937 in Oceanside, Long Island, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Child's Play 3 (1991), The Land Before Time (1988) and Airplane II: The Sequel (1982).

Larry Dilg was born on 8 June 1947 in Oceanside, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Ghostbusters (1984), Strangers Kiss (1983) and The New Mike Hammer (1984). He has been married to Mimi Kennedy since 27 May 1978. They have two children.

Everett Peck was born on 9 October 1950 in Oceanside, California, USA. He was a writer, known for Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man (1994), Godzilla: The Series (1998) and Squirrel Boy (2006). He was married to Helen Vita. He died on 14 June 2022 in Solana Beach, California, USA.

Israel Houghton was born on 19 May 1971 in Oceanside, California, USA. He is a producer and actor, known for Left Behind III: World at War (2005), I'm in Love with a Church Girl (2013) and Holiday Wedding Challenge. He has been married to Adrienne Houghton since 11 November 2016. They have one child. He was previously married to Meleasa Houghton.

Laura Williams was born on 22 April 1979 in Oceanside, California, USA. She is an actress, known for The Lion King (1994), Downtown (1990) and Luster (2002).

Tall (5'11"), luscious, and voluptuous blonde knockout Arlene Baxter was born on November 27, 1962 in Oceanside, California. She's the daughter of a Marine jet pilot. Arlene grew up in Mission Viejo. Baxter attended Maywood Junior High School in Renton, Washington. Arlene first began modeling at age sixteen after she was discovered by scouts. She did some local work prior to doing additional modeling assignments in Asia and Europe. Baxter lived for nine months in Tokyo, Japan, where she not only did print and runway modeling gigs, but also acted in TV commercials. After returning to the United States, Arlene signed up with Elite Model Management; as an Elite model she traveled to Germany, Italy, France, and New York City, where she lived for ten years. Among the major clients Baxter has modeled for are Victoria's Secret, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Avon. Arlene was the Playmate of the Month in the December, 1993 issue of "Playboy." She appeared as herself in a couple of "Playboy" videos. Outside of modeling, Baxter has also worked as a photographer.

Michael Bartel was born on 26 May 1989 in Oceanside, California, USA. He is an actor, known for Arrested Development (2003), Love's Enduring Promise (2004) and Judging Amy (1999).

Athlete turned Actor, D.J. was born in Oceanside California, but raised eight hours north in Sacramento, California. Born to Stephanie McNulty and Derick Hale as Derick Jamall Hale Jr, He first began Acting at John Morse Waldorf Methods Magnet School from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. Following the Athletic path of his Family, D.J.played Football, Baseball, and ran Track and Field starting at the age of Eight. Football became his main priority in the 8th Grade, dismissing Acting completely until reluctantly taking an Acting class at Palomar Junior College in San Marcos, California, where he realized how much he missed performing in his younger years! He decided to fully pursue a career in Acting after taking his first Acting class at Studio 24 with Cody Dorkin, located in Downtown Sacramento.

Keith Haskel was born on 15 March 1986 in Oceanside, New York, USA. He is a producer and actor, known for The Chris Gethard Show (2015), Six Degrees with Mike Rowe (2021) and Triumph's Election Watch 2016 (2016).