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Cognac Wellerlane

TV host and entertainment journalist Cognac Wellerlane has interviewed thousands of celebrities on the red carpet, everyone from Pierce Brosnan to former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger to Paris Hilton. Wellerlane now keeps a keen-eye on what's happening in the entertainment world for Long Island Guide. You can mail her staff at [email protected] or visit her website www.CognacsCornerMagazine.com

Entertainment

On the Red Carpet With John Turturro and Filmmakers at the Hamptons International Film Festival

Cognac Wellerlane Oct 16, 2026

John Turturro speaks with Cognac Wellerlane as director Noah Segan looks on during red carpet coverage at the 2026 Hamptons International Film Festival. Turturro stars in Segan’s The Only Living Pickpocket in New York as an old-school…
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Entertainment

Stars, Stories and Red-Carpet Conversations at the 34th Hamptons International Film Festival in East…

Cognac Wellerlane Oct 13, 2026

Director Anette Ostrø speaks with Cognac Wellerlane about her documentary The Golden Swan at the 34th Hamptons International Film Festival. The film tells the story of Ostrø’s brother, Hans Christian, who was kidnapped and killed in…
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Entertainment

International Emmy Awards Bring Global Glamour to New York; Cognac Wellerlane Reports From the Red…

Cognac Wellerlane Dec 3, 2025

Entertainment correspondent Cognac Wellerlane speaks with Kate Mulgrew at the 53rd International Emmy Awards. Mulgrew, recognized worldwide for her iconic television roles, attended the Gala as a Drama Series presenter. Their conversation…
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Entertainment

Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Hosts Star-Studded “Sweet 16th” Unconditional Love Fundraiser

Cognac Wellerlane Jul 24, 2025

Patrick Ganino, Jill Rappaport, Jayni Chase, Chevy Chase, Christie Brinkley; The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) held its Sweet 16th Unconditional Love Gala, a premier summer event celebrating compassion, community, and…
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Entertainment

Cabaret Queen Marilyn Maye Headlines Hamptons Summer Songbook Kickoff

Cognac Wellerlane Jul 10, 2025

Broadway Legend, Marilyn Maye pays tribute to centenary of Johnny Carson’s Birth and held Q&A with Joy Behar. Photo credit: Lisa Tamburini. EAST HAMPTON, NY - The curtain rose on what promises to be an unforgettable summer of song…
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Entertainment

Dan’s Red, White & Brews Brings Culinary Fireworks to Southampton This July 5

Cognac Wellerlane Jul 1, 2025

As part of the acclaimed Dan’s Taste Summer Series, this signature event transforms Jobs Lane into a hotspot for food lovers and wine aficionados, offering unlimited tastings from top Long Island and NYC chefs, winemakers, and brewers.…
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Entertainment

32nd Hamptons International Film Festival Announces Award Winners; Best Narrative and Documentary…

Cognac Wellerlane Oct 17, 2024

TV HOST Cognac Wellerlane interviews Designer, Kenneth Cole about his Documentary, “A Man With Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole” EAST HAMPTON, NY - The 32nd Hamptons International Film Festival (HIFF), presented by HamptonsFilm, has…
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Entertainment

Southampton Salute To Summer: Cristina Fontanelli And Her Fabulous Friends

Cognac Wellerlane Aug 28, 2024

TV host Cognac Wellerlane interviews opera star Cristina Fontanelli and friends at Opera & Broadway of Hamptons : Cristina Fontanelli and Her Fabulous Friends. SOUTHAMPTON, NY - Opera & Broadway of the Hamptons returned to the…
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Business

RAND LUXURY Produced Annual “Hamptons Concours” Celebrating Ferrari & Porsche

Cognac Wellerlane Aug 14, 2024

Over 350 of the finest sportscars including Ferrari and Porsche brands were on display Benefitting the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. Bradford Rand (Photo credit: PMC / Michael Ostuni) SOUTHAMPTON, NY - Bradford Rand and his…
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Environment

The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center Celebrates the 16th Annual Get Wild! Gala

Cognac Wellerlane Aug 8, 2024

Celebrities including Beth Stern and Chuck Scarborough attended the Gala at the Southampton Arts Center Honoring Michael Hayes. EAST QUOGUE, NY - The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons celebrated their 16th Annual…
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Entertainment

Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Celebrates 15th Annual Unconditional Love Gala, Honors Cathy…

Cognac Wellerlane Jul 25, 2024

Jordan Lippner, Cathy Bissell, Dave Portnoy and Miss Peaches. Photo Credit: Society Allure / Rob Rich HAMPTON BAYS, NY - The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) celebrated their honorees Cathy…
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Entertainment

Hamptons Event Benefiting Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Raises Record-Breaking $450,000…

Cognac Wellerlane Jul 15, 2024

Kenneth Fishel, the owner of Renaissance Properties, who also serves on the board of SWCRF, speaks with Cognac Wellerlane at the 20th Annual Hamptons Happening event. Fishel and his wife Maria, always donate their beautiful Bridgehampton…
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