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#SPOTTED: “BLING EMPIRE” STAR KEVIN KREIDER IN TORONTO AT REBEL

No better way to ring-in the Lunar New Year than with the amazing Kevin Kreider, Model, Actor, Entrepreneur and star or Netflix’s worldwide sensation Bling Empire. This was Kevin’s first ever visit to Toronto, making an appearance and doing hosting duties at Rebel Night Club!

Such an amazing night getting to hang for a bit and getting to know him. Kevin, you will always have a friend in Toronto and happy to be a tour guide next time you come back! You literally are the nicest and most down-to-earth!

It’s been a minute since I’ve been to Rebel, but that was INCREDIBLY FUN! Festive! They really make it an EVENT with the most impressive visuals, performers and production! Kevin was so impressed and would consider living in the City!

You’ve gotta see our Reel!


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One for the books!! Cannot wait for a fourth season of our beloved BLING EMPIRE!

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#FIRSTLOOK: “BLING EMPIRE: NEW YORK”

You know how much I adore Netflix‘s BLING EMPIRE, so for the mic to be dropped at the end of Season Three that an upcoming New York-set Series is on the way, left me in agony that there would be a wait for this!

We met Socialite Dorothy Wang in Season Two of the Los Angeles-set branch of the Series. Finally Kane Lim has met his match, and it seems everybody loves him. Dorothy has never cared for his friendship, despite his insistent hopes to win her approval. We were so intrigued by her and now she’s off to begin a new life in New York, single and ready to mingle with a new pool of potential love interests after purchasing a gorgeous new loft apartment in the City. She doesn’t really know anyone here and neither do we! We meet some really interesting new characters to the mix, all well-to-do Socialites including Social Media Fashion Influencer Tina Leung; Tycoon and Model Power Couple Stephen & Deborah Hung; Wellness industry executive Richard Chang and his girlfriend Vika; Jewellery Major Player Lynn Ban and husband Jett Kain; plus also aspiring Actor Blake Abbie.

If you’re looking for dueling Queen Bee energy like the Los Angeles branch of the series, there isn’t so much of that here but there certainly is a bit of drama. For one, the ladies and Blake seem to disapprove of the way Richard treats Vika, medalling in their love life. What this new Series manages to capture well is the bond between this group of friends who in are just getting to know each other and Dororthy is our eyes into this new world, while she too is trying to just fit in and find love herself.

This Series goes a layer deeper exploring some past traumas some of the Cast are copying with and we even witness a panic attack unfold live. The Series seems to hint at some trouble brewing between Lynn and Jett after 26 years together as the latter expresses some interest in wanting to do his own thing after supporting Lynn all these years in her venture. And Blake who prefers to avoid labelling his sexuality, is copying with cultural pressure to continue his family’s legacy, while coping with the loss of his father. So the themes here in this New York spinoff are a bit darker, drawing the audience in further. While it doesn’t have the same shiny veneer its predecessor does, BLING EMPIRE: NEW YORK all the same explores what a combination of privielege and Asian heritage and cultural values mean to this fascinating group of people. It tooks a bit to hit its best stride, but it gets there and we’re ready for a Season Two.

BLING EMPIRE: NEW YORK arrives on Netflix January 14, 2023.

#FIRSTLOOK: “BLING EMPIRE” SEASON 3

The third season of our favourite Reality Show ever, is coming back real soon! Netflix‘s BLING EMPIRE delves a bit deeper into the complex friendships we love so much in the Series and while we get a tad less opulence here, this season really explores themes of healing, repair of friendships and closure.

Business is going well for Kane and his real estate ventures. One small spoiler: he brings Selling Sunset‘s Chrishell Stause over to a Hot Pot gathering this season! He also gets hired by Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty for a campaign, which really makes Kevin jealous, especially when he’s been struggling of late getting work as an aging model and really has to find ways to make some money. Their friendship has been on-the-rocks and we wonder if they will patch things up at all. We won’t give too much away, Kevin’s really down on his luck in every way, including love. This season continues to explore his and Kim‘s failed-to-launch relationship. It’s clear he still has feelings for her, whereas she’s not into it. But how crazy is it that she’s seeing a Healer who Kevin happens to start dating? She’s fully aware what she’s doing to him, but also knows he isn’t what she wants and that’s interesting. Kelly‘s introduced to a someone new by Kane and everything’s going well but her controlling ex-boyfriend Andrew resurfaces thanks to lapse in judgment by Queen Bee Anna, whom we hardly get enough of in this season. We do see her make right with Kim after a rocky past. And of course, who doesn’t love Kim? And we really see her archnemesis Christine on her Dancing with the Stars journey, and really getting into it with Kane and Jaime – which is what we signed-up for! She is still upset at them for stirring some trouble up last season between her and Anna. Also, where is Deborah? Remember Deborah who put Kane is his place Season Two??

Though this third season doesn’t quite have the same level of energy and fun as its prior seasons, it really lends itself to cleaning-up some of the messes that were made, especially in the second season. We miss some of the togetherness and the gatherings that brought everyone in the Cast out, in itself creating drama. Plus also those genuinely vulnerable moments in the adventures we went on. We still were so affected by Kim‘s search of her biological father and hope we get that level of emotion and truth again. We love the intimate conversations among the Cast, some who just simply don’t get along, but still have to be around each other in their circle.

So happy we didn’t have to wait too long for this new set of ten episodes. We’re still hopeful for a Cherie reunion especially after news of her getting married to Jessey finally. We do miss her lots! BLING EMPIRE Season Three arrives October 5, 2022 on Netflix.

#SPOTTED: “BLING EMPIRE” STAR KIM LEE IN TORONTO AT REBEL

Some girls just have it all! Gorgeous Kim Lee brought Toronto back out to the clubs tonight as Ontario has removed capacity limits on indoor events in this latest stage of our re-opening. The Model, DJ and star of hit Netflix Reality Series BLING EMPIRE, headlined at Rebel Night Club on the City’s Waterfront. The Series absolutely saved us during the Pandemic!

Lee currently is playing a weekly gig at the Wynn in Las Vegas and amidst her busy schedule, made this her first appearance ever in Toronto! And she Tweeted that she loves it here!

She was able to fit-in a super quick visit at Z1035 studios as well after arriving!

Lee was met on-stage with a drumming band and cheerleaders!

We were so drawn to Lee after learning about her story on BLING EMPIRE, and were so touched by her journey searching for her father. We just can’t wait to see more in Season Two which is said to be coming soon!

It was amazing getting to meet Lee quickly, exchanging our love for another! So beautiful inside and out♥️



(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong/Netflix)

#FIRSTLOOK: “BLING EMPIRE” CAST – WHERE ARE THEY NOW?

This is exactly what we wished for! It’s already been too long since we’ve heard from the Cast of Netflix‘s BLING EMPIRE and this video tells us where they are now since the popular series arrived a couple weeks back!

The Video answers some questions for us. Are the Cast Team Christine or Team Anna? Is Christine having another baby? Has Kevin finally moved out on his own? Are Cherie and Jessey really getting married? Who did the pump belong to?? Are Andrew and Kelly still together??

There better be a Season Two. We need more!!

(Photo/video credit: Netflix)

#FIRSTLOOK: WHAT THE WATCH – JANUARY 2021 VOL. II: “HUMOUR RESOURCES”,”THE HISTORY OF SWEAR WORDS”, “WANDAVISION”, “TIGER”, “BLING EMPIRE”, “NIGHT STALKER”, “LOCKED DOWN”

January 2021 is so loaded with content to watch, we had to create a second volume of recommendations! See our thoughts on some things you might find interesting to stream!

HUMOUR RESOURCES (CBC)

I first got my introduction to charismatic Jon Dore when he was a correspondent on Canadian Idol. We’re going wayyyy back. Since then, he’s continued to tour, had a show on The Comedy Network and appeared on Sitcoms like How I Met Your Mother.

He’s back with a new Just for Laughs-produced Series, HUMOUR RESOURCES, which has him taking on the role of the Human Resources Manager of Comedy where he interviews fellow Comedians under the context of a virtual chat to discuss their “performance”, effectively doubling the Series as a mock talk show. This, while he navigates fictional situations in his life with his stepdaughter Emma and partner Christina at home. Interestingly, this was created just recently amidst the pandemic.

The talent featured is actually quite impressive including chats with the likes of Sarah Silverman, Tom Green, Nikki Glaser, Scott Thompson, Ronny Chieng, Debra DiGiovanni and several more. Episodes are 30 minutes and there are six for you to enjoy.

We felt he could’ve played-up the deadpan HR Manager bit even more, as the subjects sometimes feel unsure of the context. It might’ve been even funnier that these Comedians get grilled with more sternness. Regardless, Dore has a good idea and this is a quick, fun watch. You can stream now on CBC Gem here.

THE HISTORY OF SWEAR WORDS (NETFLIX)

We can’t get enough Nicolas Cage! The History of Swear Words is a six-episode Docu-Series hosted by the Oscar winner, tracing the etymology of curse words like “fuck”, “shit”, “pussy”, “dick” , “bitch” and “damn”. With the help of a panel of Comedians including Nick Offerman, Sarah Silverman, Nikki Glaser, London Hughes and more, we get a briefing of how these words have evolved over time. In some instances taking on negative connotations, but in some instances we see how words like “bitch” and “shit” have been reclaimed as terms with positive connotations. While we feel the deep dive could’ve been even deeper, this is entertaining enough a watch and insightful enough as a conversation piece. The History of Swear Words streams now on Netflix.

WANDAVISION (DISNEY+)

We haven’t been so excited for a new Series in quite some time! This nine-episode Series transports Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) in the world of classic television Sitcoms as we explore their chemistry over their course of the Series as they try to be a normal American family. Olsen particularly is a standout just absolutely nailing the diction, tone and speech of the eras she’s placed in. While we struggled to understand how exactly this all ties in with Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it all becomes clearer piece by piece with small connections scattered. We’ve never seen anything quite like this and we’re certain this will be back for more! Can’t wait for you to discover it. First two episodes stream on Disney+ Friday, January 15, 2021.

COBRA KAI (NETFLIX)

If you’re like me, you adored The Karate Kid franchise as a kid, but I’m not sure why I was so reluctant to give Cobra Kai a try. In fact, I let three seasons pass by before finally giving it a shot. The Series reunites rivals Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka) and Daniel Larusso (Ralph Macchio) whom 30+ years later find their feud ignited as adults. Daniel is a successful car dealership owner with a great home and family. Johnny has a bit of a drinking problem, coming out of a failed marriage with a strained relationship with his son Robby (Tanner Buchanan). He is hoping to revive Cobra Kai, but is struggling financially and winds up mentoring a bullied and frail teen named Miguel (Xolo Maridueña). Johnny hasn’t forgotten how Daniel got in the way of his dream girl Ali (Elisabeth Shue) and he is out to avenge his loss in their last match back in 1984. Daniel also hasn’t forgotten some of the ill philosophies that Cobra Kai stands for and this awakens his passion again for Martial Arts. Things get complicated when Daniel’s daughter Samantha (Mary Mouser) and Miguel fall for one another, but then Robby seeks Daniel’s guidance as a fighting mentor. And this is enough to fuel three seasons worth of ass-kicking drama.

While the dialogue is shockingly a slap in the face at progressiveness at times, its Writers are fully aware what they are doing and it is little wonder why Cobra Kai is connecting with audiences right now in need of catharsis and a release of aggression during this pandemic. Aside from this, it feels nostalgic and its Soundtrack which often nods to the original era of the franchise help take us back there. Its decision to see this from the side of Johnny Lawrence is an inspired and ballsy move which has paid dividends. All three seasons of COBRA KAI are available now on Netflix.

TIGER (HBO)

This two-part Documentary by Co-Directors Matthew Hamachek and Matthew Heineman about golf icon Tiger Woods, documents his rise from a very age under the guidance of his father Earl. Though archived footage we see first-hand how his father had prophesied his son’s greatness into existence. The Film isn’t afraid to examine their estrangement from one another as Woods‘ star rose and also some of the problems in their family life. Following the death of his father, the second-half of the Documentary details Woods‘ public downfall around 2009 when he found himself at the center of a scandal where it was exposed he had been involved in multiple extra-marital affairs, losing his wife and several sponsorship deals. One of the women he had been involved with, Rachel Uchitel who had felt her side of the story on the matter had yet to be told, agrees to sign-on to speak in the Documentary. From here we witness his rise again. TIGER examines cause and consequence in Wood’s life and also the relationships that came to define him. The first half is available now on Crave with the HBO add-on, with the second half arriving January 18, 2021.

BLING EMPIRE (NETFLIX)

If you loved Crazy Rich Asians, these characters are actually the real deal! Set in glamorous L.A., we follow the lives of a circle of friends. This eight-episode series is none short of juicy as we see dueling Queen Bees Christine (founder of Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery Inc and wife of Dr. Gabriel Chu) and the mysterious Anna (heiress to an arms empire) fire friendly shots at one another. Kevin (a model) is our eyes into this world as he tries to grapple with his wealthy friends’ excess, while at once trying to make sense of his own Korean-American identity. He was adopted by an American family at a young age, not knowing his biological parents and their story. He is best friends with the flamboyant Singaporean fashionista Kane, who sits in the chair of the judgy onlooker who also helps give us insight into this world. Kelly is in a bit of a toxic relationship which her friends disapprove of, though sometimes she doesn’t know what’s best for her. Kim is a world-renowned DJ on a search for her estranged father. Cherie is expecting a second child, but her partner is stalling on the marriage proposal still. There’s a bit of betrayal that keeps the show moving along, but none detrimental that these characters sever ties – just the way we want it. We’re thrilled for you to discover this fun escape which never loses sight beneath the gloss of its deeper meaning about finding one’s identity.

There has to be a Season Two!

BLING EMPIRE arrives Friday, January 15, 2021 on Netflix.



NIGHT STALKER: THE HUNT FOR A SERIAL KILLER (NETFLIX)

This honestly was so horrifying I had to take breaks and turn on the lights. This four-part Series documenting a serial killer who tormented Los Angeles one summer in the mid-80s. He was random about who he preyed on – neither children nor the elderly were safe from this sinister predator who sent detectives on a restless chase before he ultimately was captured. We learn about the roadblocks and obstacles the two lead detectives faced trying to keep clues classified, as media threatened to destroy their case divulging too much information to the public.
This is outstanding storytelling which gave me major anxiety, but also beneath this is a story about how the investigation tore one detective apart from his family as the Night Stalker‘s crimes circled closer and closer to their home. We also get first-hand accounts from some victims and family who made the grizzly discovery of his victim’s bodies. We felt an overwhelming feeling of grief for these victims and their families, whose lives were altered forever after the summer of ’85. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if true crime is your thing, this was done very well.


LOCKED DOWN (HBO MAX/CRAVE)

While originally intended to be a much larger production when it was announced September 2020, the ongoing Pandemic had forced this to alter its course and we wonder what would’ve came of it otherwise. This Heist-Comedy from Director Doug Liman (Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Edge of Tomorrow) clocks-in at two hours but truly could’ve been told in a fraction of that as it spends much of its time exploring the work lives and romantic falling-out between its two central characters Linda (Anne Hathaway) and Paxton (Chiwetel Ejiofor). The couple are on the verge of separation but the lockdown forces them to remain together longer and they devise a plan to steal a jewel valued at £6 million at Harrod‘s. Only in its Final Act do things pick-up outside of what feels like a lot of video conference calls and time spent within the confines of their shared flat, and they venture to Harrod’s to carry out the heist. And this is where LOCKED DOWN goes from okay to great, with Hathaway shining yet again, this time taking a bit more of an active role in a crime than her posh prima donna in Ocean’s Eight. This is smart and witty, but admittedly feels a bit long. If you’re willing to sit through it, you’ll be rewarded. LOCKED DOWN streams now on Crave with HBO add-on.



In case you missed our last volume of recommendations, you can catch them here.



(Photo credit: Netflix/CBC/Disney/HBO)

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