Parents of Child Actors

11 03, 2010

From the Momager Trenches: Slow as Molasses in Texas

By |2010-03-11T22:46:55-08:00March 11th, 2010|Categories: From the Momager Trenches, Parents of Child Actors|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |Comments Off on From the Momager Trenches: Slow as Molasses in Texas

By HMB Contributor Cari Surch Being the parent of a child actor requires hard work, dedication and patience - lots of patience!  When my daughter, who has been pursuing acting professionally for a year and a half now, first approached her father and me with the news she wanted to act, we were skeptical.  I did

20 02, 2010

Hollywood Mom Tracy Bobbitt interviewed on NBC’s NewsRaw

By |2010-02-20T01:19:34-08:00February 20th, 2010|Categories: Child Stars, Momagers in the News, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |1 Comment

No surprise that I was completely honored to be interviewed by the host of NBC NewsRaw, Mekaloh Medina, last week in NBC's Los Angeles studios ♥. It's been years since I've been on camera and to say that I had a rusty start is putting it mildly. Spoiler Alert: College kids could make a drinking

10 02, 2010

Momager: Dina Lohan’s Shoe Brand Gets It’s Marching Orders

By |2010-02-10T08:55:59-08:00February 10th, 2010|Categories: Child Stars, Former Child Stars, Momagers in the News, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , , , , |1 Comment

UPDATE: In October 2009 former child actress Lindsay Lohan’s momager, Dina Lohan made headlines with the announcement that she was partnering up with Long Island-based shoe company Lovemyshoes.com to launch (and become the national spokesperson for) her very own footwear line called “Shoe-Han” which was slated to be ready by Mother’s Day 2010. According to

6 02, 2010

New NICKELODEON Show based on Papa Joe Simpson, Jessica & Ashlee Simpson-Wentz

By |2010-02-06T14:45:52-08:00February 6th, 2010|Categories: Former Child Stars, Momagers in the News, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |1 Comment

Joe Simpson, father and manager of performers Jessica and Ashlee Simpson, is developing a Nickelodeon comedy series loosely based on his real-life experience as a minister and psychologist raising two child star daughters in Texas. No mention of wife and mom Tina's role, if any. The as of yet untitled project revolves around one of

2 02, 2010

No Momager Should be Allowed to Look This Freaking Good

By |2010-02-02T13:55:26-08:00February 2nd, 2010|Categories: Momagers in the News, Parents of Child Actors|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |1 Comment

Seriously no momager should be allowed to look as good, if not better than, her celebrity off spring - much less be expected to look this good. But Tish Cyrus rocks it with grammy chic even after giving birth to and raising 4 children for the last however many years.  God bless her.

22 11, 2009

From the Momager Trenches: Actorfest NY 2009

By |2017-02-22T21:48:17-08:00November 22nd, 2009|Categories: From the Momager Trenches, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |2 Comments

My 12-year-old daughter Kennedy Kathleen Surch is an actress and always has been.From her pre-school performances to more serious make-shift performances in our back yard in her tween years, this girl has always commanded attention. Recently I came across a casting call I knew Kennedy would love:  Nickelodeon was having an open call for 12

18 11, 2009

Funny People: Judd Apatow & Leslie Mann on Their Child Actors Iris and Maude Apatow

By |2009-11-18T15:10:57-08:00November 18th, 2009|Categories: CHILD ACTORS, Child Stars, Momagers in the News, New talent, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |2 Comments

"Funny People" star Leslie Mann reveals that while her children Iris and Maude have appeared in some of the movies she has made with her husband Judd Apatow the kids are not actually allowed to *watch* the films. "They can't see the movies and their friends can't," Leslie explains. "It's not on their radar at

14 10, 2009

Plan A Baby: The Exclusive Hollywood Event for Modern Moms & Moms-To-Be!

By |2009-10-14T12:46:32-07:00October 14th, 2009|Categories: Child Stars, Former Child Stars, Hollywood Happenings, Momagers in the News, THE BUZZ, THE HOLLYWOOD LIFE|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Plan A Baby: The Exclusive Hollywood Event for Modern Moms & Moms-To-Be!

Plan A Baby will be a social and relaxing afternoon at Hollywood's historic Roosevelt Hotel for mothers to meet, mingle and connect while reveling in the celebration of motherhood. It’s an exclusive, grown-up play day for moms and moms-to-be to discover and remember how much excitement this special time offers. Only here can mothers be indulged, inspired, get the gear and be in the know – all at once!

7 10, 2009

Hollywood Life: Vote for your favorite Dog Star!

By |2009-10-07T05:08:32-07:00October 7th, 2009|Categories: Casting Calls, Momagers in the News, THE BUZZ|Tags: , , , |1 Comment

Hollywood Life: Vote for your favorite Dog Star!  Americans love their dogs, and Hollywood is no exception.  From Lassie and Toto, to Benji and Beethoven, dogs have always had a profound impact on tinsel town. In celebration of its 125 Anniversary, the American Kennel Club and AOL’s PawNation.com asks America to weigh in on their

19 08, 2009

Video: Acting Advice from “Band Slam” Stars, Ally Michalka & Vanessa Hudgens

By |2009-08-19T11:16:23-07:00August 19th, 2009|Categories: CHILD ACTORS, Child Stars, Parents of Child Actors, THE BUZZ, THE HOLLYWOOD LIFE|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Video: Acting Advice from “Band Slam” Stars, Ally Michalka & Vanessa Hudgens

In this MySpace video interview with "Band Slam" co-star Vanessa Hudgens, Alyson Michalka (of Ally & AJ fame) tells aspiring child performers: "Only get in the business if you're really passionate about it and you want to do it because you love music or acting not because you want to famous or have money or

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