=====================================================. Friday. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". It was difficult for her at first to summon the strength for an interview or speech, she added. Share Background Report Overview of Shonda Lynn Rhimes Lives in: Westport, Connecticut Phone: View phone number Gender: Female Shonda Rhimes's Voter Registration Party Affiliation: Democratic Party Virtual tickets for a livestream option for the Westport Library's Booked for the Evening signature fundraising event are now available. At 2 p.m. June 26, theres an hour of socializing. Rhimes is best known as the creator of such television hits as Greys Anatomy and Scandal and streaming sensations Bridgerton and Inventing Anna. But she also is an author, having published a 2015 memoir, Years of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand in the Sun and Be Your Own Person., She was interviewed at the gathering by Radhika Jones, the editor of Vanity Fair magazine, and paid tribute by a trio of actors from some of her productions, including Westport residents Scott Foley, who played Jake Ballard in Scandal, his wife Marika Dominczyk, who appeared in Greys Anatomy, and Tony Goldwyn of New Canaan, who both acted in and directed episodes of Scandal.. Buyer Shonda Rhimes Location Westport, Conn. Price $15.17 million Year 2008 Architect Michael Greenberg & Associates Specs 37,925 square feet, 11 bedrooms, 12 full and 3 half bathrooms, plus numerous outbuildings Lot Size 7.5 acres It wont be long before theyre joined at least, not far from the rocks by crowds of humans, flocking together too. You and all of our readers will benefit from your generosity. All of the money donated here is added to Westport Journals editorial budget. Click here to purchase, and for more information. received a $5,000 grant from Fairfield Countys Community Foundation. Please note You and all of our readers will benefit from your generosity. When Rhimes was asked how she has been able to handle her growing fame and challenging schedule, she replied, You move to Westport., Most people here are interested in their families and their lives Somehow here none of that [fame] matters, and thats delightful to me. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. She was also the voice behind the weekly Connecticut Real Estate newsletter by CT Insider. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. This just in! Click here, then scroll down to plan your tour. All seats have been sold for the in-person event. Saturday. Monday. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Shonda Rhimes, at the Westport Library. Will Shortz brought crossword puzzles. 2023 Hearst Media Services Connecticut, LLC. Youll also see Pollinator Pathway tours throughout Fairfield, New Haven and Westchester Counties. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". The annual dinner will celebrate past athletic achievements of former Darien athletes and the funds raised will go to providing annual scholarships for Darien High School seniors and supporting Darien Social Services. Bedrooms include a bunk room that will sleep ten and a homeowners retreat with private sitting room, morning (and late-night) bar, gigantic walk-in closet and dressing room, and huge bathroom with a hammered copper tub and a pebble-tiled steam shower. The grant will help them expand their reach, to meet a growing need. Relieving pain and suffering, caring for sick and injured patients, saving lives is just part of the experience of responding to the publics calls for help. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. If Im thinking about these books that were turning into a series, then that inevitably spills into how the apartments going to look, which inevitably spills into what goes in the scripts it all sort of spins together., 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. 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In addition to a cavernous lounge with professional bar, theres a movie theater, a gym, a full-size indoor basketball court with viewing gallery, a two-lane bowling alley, an arcade, a billiards and video gaming lounge, an area devoted to board games, and a childrens playroom complete with play kitchen, fake supermarket, crafts area, and dress up space, according to Dirt. Arts, English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language and other awards were presented too. The program Revealing HistoryHow We Got Here, Why It Matters was produced by the churchs Womens Group. Shonda Rhimes has closed. For more information, call Mark Smollin: 626-584-3997. Dylan Chatterjee captured this scene yesterday, outside Bedford, where his sister Mia was celebrated. Booked for the evening is the Library's signature fundraising event. The Wall Street Journal reported on Oct. 11 that they toy company founders sold the home for $15.75 million, and the New York Post reported three days later that Rhimes was the one who bought the property in a private sale. Shonda Rhimes the producer/screenwriter/author/global media company CEO/Television Academy Hall of Fame inductee entertained, inspired and wowed a sold-out crowd at last nights Westport Library Booked for the Evening fundraiser. Where Westport Meets the World - Dan Woog Live with Sal Gilbertie. The scene outside Winslow Park Animal Hospital changes with the holiday. The Bridgerton creator also owns a New York City apartment inspired by the Netflix period series. There is a separate fee for those programs. Staples High School principal Stafford Thomas, at last nights awards ceremony. It was heartbreaking to hear. Lost your password? Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. 203.291.4800. Former Canadian Housewife Ann Kaplan Scoops Up Real-Life Castle in the U.K. Epic New England Estate With Private Island and Billionaire Ties Seeks $150 Million, Justin Hartley Calls a Famous New Canaan MCM Home in 'The Noel Diary', Donald Sutherland Calls a Grand Second Empire Estate Home in the New Netflix Thriller 'Mr, Filmmaker Marc Forster Relists Iconic Richard Neutra-Designed House, Marcy Carsey Lists Her Familys Pacific Palisades House, CSI Creator Bags Ultramodern Home With Cinematic View of the Strip. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". Creator of Greys Anatomy Shonda Rhimespurchased a Westport mansion previously owned by Melissa & Doug toy company founders, Melissa and Doug Berstein. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. The 52-year-old known for the TV medical drama Greys Anatomy purchased the home from Doug and Melissa Bernstein, founders of the Melissa & Doug toy company. The award donated by Westports Kiwanis Club is considered the most prestigious at the high school. Itzhak Perlman, Patti Smith, Nile Rodgers, Justin Paul and Frederic Chiu brought music. 110 Myrtle Ave. Westport, CT 06880. He co-founded the band, and helped develop its electronics-heavy sound. Pete Powell spotted it on the Longshore golf course, opposite the green at hole 13. Reproduction of material from westportjournal.com without written permission is strictly prohibited. Westport is no stranger to famous residents, and now another famous face is set to call Westport home. Along with an attached one-bedroom in-law residence, with its own entrance and two-car garage, theres a 770-square-foot one-bed/one bath Cape Cod-style guesthouse. Unparalleled almost everywhere, this magnificent property traded hands last week as the highest non-waterfront property transfer in Westports history, Scott wrote in a post on Instagram on Wednesday, along with a video of the luxe estate. Owner Carlos Pia in his handsomely decorated De Tapas restaurant. The before-school program runs from 7 to 9 a.m. for Coleytown, Greens Farms, Kings Highway and Long Lots Schools, 7 to 8:30 a.m. for Saugatuck. As first selectwoman, I want to personally re-state my commitment to these efforts in Westport. Monday, June 20 (8 p.m.) is the new date for the Westport Librarys Booked for the Evening with Shonda Rhimes. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Or Zelle: dwoog@optonline.net. Rhimes is the CEO of the global media company, Shondaland. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". She pretended to be in the medical field, Rhimes joked, when she created and produced Greys Anatomy, which debuted in 2005 and is now the longest-running medical drama in television history, During the course of their interview, Jones pointed out that Rhimes worked in ways that other producers had not in the past. All rights reserved. I had been immersed in the romanticism of Bridgerton for a while, so that had to influence some of the things that I had been thinking about, Rhimestold Architectural Digest of the pied--terre. The tour will explore its history including who is buried there, as well as a tragic unsolved mystery that took place in the 1970s. We did not have a Best Images contest. They asked the court to prevent Summit from proceeding with the development, after its approved by Westports Planning & Zoning Commission. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Other celebrities have called Westport home over the years. The ruling may effectively end efforts by the plaintiffs residents of the neighborhood off Saugatuck Avenue, near I-95 Exit 17 to halt the project. Real Estate Shonda Rhimes seeks $25 million for Hancock Park trophy home Built in 1923 by Elmer Grey, the dramatic villa also comes with a guesthouse, pool, spa, cabana and secret garden. Click here for a full obituary. The carver will go from table to table, from 5:30 p.m. on. Im just a curious and casual observer, but I think weve lost our dear and favorite breeding couple for good. If so, click Comments below. that Westport Journal is a for-profit venture; your donation is NOT tax deductible. Wednesday. Todays Westport Naturally photo shows birds of a feather flocking together, at Compo Beach near the kayak launch. The Italian steakhouse that replaced Positano next to the Westport Country Playhouse is now open Tuesday through Friday noon to 2:30 p.m., and weekends 11:30 am to 2:30 p.m. American television screenwriter, producer, and author Shonda Rhimes has substantially beefed up her east coast residential portfolio with the $15.17 million acquisition of a by-every-standard lavish Connecticut compound. And if youre not aware of how much they do for women and children in the area, click here. Berger ruled that the easement did not reach the necessary legal requirements for it to be enforceable against the Summit properties. However, when the powerhouse producer needs to be in New York, she can shack up in her sumptuous Manhattan bolt hole, a two-bedroom Park Avenue penthouse scooped up in 2018 for $11.75 million and had done over by Michael S. 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Ms. The colossal kitchen complex is complete with pizza oven, indoor grill and Kardashian-worthy pantry, and just off the kitchen, a Benihana-style teppanyaki room. Phone (203) 341-1000 . Saturday begins with a special 1 p.m. VIP acoustic set. This land is Shondaland. Scott, through a brokerage spokesperson, declined The Posts request for comment. Her work tells stories about lives that are complex, complicated, and culture shiftingjust like that of their author. Hell serve a world-class jamon, paired with special Spanish wines. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. are still available. one of the guests is Lynda Bluestein. (Winslow Park is enclosed, but there are many gaps and areas without walls or fences.). Click here for more details, and to listen. All rights reserved. The June 27 (7 p.m.) Westport Library showing of the award-winning documentary Four Winters is noteworthy. The talented senior a pianist who has played at Carnegie Hall (and last Decembers spectacular Candlelight Concert), and tutors young students is the 2022 Staples Key winner. In Monday nights rain and windstorm, a tree fell on their property. Hyperlocal news, alerts, discussion and events for Westport, Connecticut. So, more than anything, what this impresario needs most, quite simply, is timetime to write, create, and continue to build her successful Shondaland media empireand a beautifully appointed room of her own in which to work. There will be both open play and instruction. (203) 226-3222. EMS providers, whether paid or volunteer, take on many crucial roles every day: healthcare professional; emergency manager; social worker; crisis counselor; consoler; caregiver.. World - Dan Woog Live with Sal Gilbertie record the user consent for the Evening fundraiser in June you! 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