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Spirits Company Commemorates 150th Anniversary
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Spirits Company Commemorates 150th Anniversary
Celebrities Converge in Miami to Celebrate with BACARDI Rum
Historic Images of Bacardi Dating Back to 1862
Stars Attending Anniversary Celebration Include: Adriana De Moura, Alex Rodriguez, Minka Kelly, Alonzo Mourning, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Ryan Phillippe and More!
January 2012, Miami FL: On Saturday, January 28, Robert Furniss-Roe, Regional President of Bacardi North America, along with Facundo L. Bacardi, Chairman of Bacardi Limited and great-great grandson of Company founder Don Facundo Bacardí Massó, welcomed 150 of Miami's most elite tastemakers, Bacardí family members and current and retired Bacardi employees to an ultra-exclusive private party as part of the world-wide celebrations of the 150th anniversary of BACARDI® rum.
Guests included New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez, actress Minka Kelly, actor Ryan Phillippe, media mogul and former Bacardi employee of 15 years Emilio Estefan, Latin music icon Gloria Estefan, NBA Legends Alonzo Mourning and Glen Rice, R&B singer Trey Songz, GREY GOOSE Rising Icons Jake Troth and Kenny Burns, DJ Irie, Susanne Birbragher, Donald and Lisa Pliner, Roy and Lea Black, sports personality and former Miami Dolphin Jimmy Cefalo, Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Joe Martinez and Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason arrived at the historic Bacardi Building in downtown Miami, which was transformed into a chic, tropical lounge for this special night.
Celebrities Meet Bacardi's Master Blenders
A towering wall of authentic rum barrels that were used in the actual making of BACARDI rum were shipped in from the Bacardi distillery in Puerto Rico created an entry point to the outdoor venue on Biscayne Boulevard. Upon arrival, guests were immediately engaged in an impressive display that showcased the evolution of the iconic BACARDI bat logo. A diamond shaped bar sat center stage, inviting party-goers to sample a wide range of cocktails featuring a variety of iconic Bacardi spirits.
Mid-evening, Robert Furniss-Roe and Facundo L. Bacardi joined BACARDI Maestros de Ron (Master Blenders) and guests to sample some of the most unique blends of rum in a one-of-a-kind tasting room filled with historic artifacts encompassing the 150 years of the Company and internationally recognized brand. A montage of iconic BACARDI vintage advertisements from the 1900s adorned the walls and a replica of the original alembic still used in the distilling process was displayed.
Outside, celebrity guests mingled with Bacardi executives while enjoying signature drinks such as the Authentic BACARDI Mojito and the Original BACARDI Cuba Libre, the world's favorite cocktail with 6 million served every day. The cocktails were complemented by butlered hors d'oeuvres that included mini tenderloins of beef and medallions of grilled lobster.
A blend of the finest rums laid to rest in oak barrels over the last 20 years and finished in 60-year old Cognac barrels, the vintage blend is presented in a hand-blown 500ml crystal decanter housed in a leather case and retails for US$2,000. Truly limited, only 400 decanters are available for purchase at select international airports and premium retail establishments around the world.
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MELANIE STARS IN PEPSI SUPER BOWL COMMERCIAL WITH
"KING" ELTON JOHN & A SURPRISE ENDING!
The X Factor Winner Belts Out a Motown Classic in Humorous Spot
Amaro Thrilled to Meet Musical Hero Elton John on the Set
Sir Elton Lauds Young Singer with Hugs and Kisses
January 2011, Los Angeles CA: Though Melanie Amaro was "crowned" the winner of the first American season of "The X Factor" - the 19 year-old chanteuse must please "King" Elton John in a humorous new Pepsi commercial which will air during the broadcast of Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2012.
In addition to her $5 million dollar recording contract with L.A. Reid's Epic Records, the British Virgin Islands singer was granted a starring role in her own Pepsi commercial as a reward for her victory on "The X Factor."
Hugs, Kisses and Mutual Admiration From Sir Elton & Melanie On the Set
In their first encounter on the set, Melanie and Elton hugged and kissed as the rock superstar congratulated her on winning "The X Factor" in the United States. Between takes, Elton expressed his admiration for Amaro's considerable vocal talents and her "cheeky" personality, noting that she has a bright future as a live performer.
Amaro was equally thrilled to meet one of her musical heroes, and was grateful for the career tips the legendary multi-platinum recording artist afforded her. Amaro thanked Pepsi for giving her this once-in-lifetime opportunity and professed that she was simply going to "be herself" - which is how she emerged victorious on "The X Factor" competition.
Melanie Amaro in King Elton's Court!
Amaro's Pepsi commercial, entitled "King's Court," takes place sometime during the Middle Ages, and opens with a series of court jesters trying in vain to entertain and amuse the ornately attired King atop his throne, portrayed by Elton John. None of them succeed.
Among the King's bounty and riches are giant ice chests filled with Pepsi. As the King's subjects fearfully whisper among themselves - a mysterious hooded woman, Melanie Amaro, approaches the King - who intones in a deep, foreboding voice "and what do you do?" - then commences to cackle hysterically. Amaro removes her hood to reveal her identity and confidently replies "I sing!" and proceeds to belt out a funky rendition of the classic Otis Redding penned Aretha Franklin hit "Respect."
("Respect" - is also Amaro's new single. Viewers who "Shazam" the spot during game will receive a video of the song on their smart phone.)
At the peak of Amaro's stunning performance, which shatters a stained-glass window, King Elton raises his hand demanding silence. With a wry smile, the King hands her a goblet and proclaims " all right, a Pepsi for you!" Amaro defiantly responds, "no - Pepsi for all!" and throws the goblet at a trapdoor lever which causes the King to fall into a dungeon, where he lands in a pile of broken musical instruments.
Also, pay attention to towards the end of the spot, when you see it during the telecast on Sunday as to which celebrity makes a surprise appearance.
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Vicci Martinez performing Rolling in the Deep from The Voice Live on Tour at the Gibson Amphitheater in Los Angeles, CA on July 27, 2011. No copyright intended, I do not own anything. All copyrights belong to the artists, songwriters, labels and NBC.
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