Get ready for Bette Like You’ve Never Seen Her…

This fall, Oprah will talk all things Bette in the comfort of the Divine One’s home – a first for network television.

From career and family to environmentalism and books, Bette’s one hour interview will air on OWN’s Oprah’s Next Chapter.

Follow @BetteMidler on Twitter to learn when Bette’s episode will air.

Bette Midler is to be honoured for her career achievements with a special award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
The veteran singer/actress will be handed the Sammy Cahn Lifetime Achievement Award at a ceremony in New York later this year (12) to recognise her vocal talents and long-running career.
She follows in the footsteps of previous recipients including Neil Diamond and Tony Bennett.
Songwriters Hall of Fame chairman Jimmy Webb praised Midler for her "stylish presentation and unmistakable voice, making each song her own."
Midler will receive the honour on 14 June (12) at a ceremony during which Bob Seger will also be inducted into the Hall of Fame along with folk songwriter Gordon Lightfoot, country lyricist Don Schlitz, Bat Out of Hell composer Jim Steinman, and the men behind The Fantasticks musical, Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones.

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Team Adrian Grenier & me and Amy Freitag, touring @NYRP gardens and parks/ He's partnering with Alice Waters' Edible Schoolyard for a Mobile Kitchen, that travels and teaches cooking to kids. My kinda guy!!

C-CAP, the Careers Through Culinary Arts Program, is an amazing organization that works with public schools across the country to help high school students prepare for college and career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Coming up on February 16th, their annual benefit this year will honor our very own Michael McCarty for his contributions to the cause. The benefit is a fabulous party and massive tasting from some of the best chefs in New York. McCarty BFFs Bette Midler and Martin von Haselberg will serve as honorary chairs of the event. We are so looking forward to trying all of the delicious food from the incredibly talented chefs who are participating. Want to learn more about C-CAP or how to attend the benefit? Click here. (link http://www.ccapinc.org/ )

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Bette and her husband Martin are looking forward to an evening of good food and fundraising on February 16 in honor of the great chef, Michael McCarty. Proceeds from the event benefit Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP), responsible for awarding more than $34 million in scholarships for underserved youth who are interested in pursuing a career in the restaurant and foodservice industry.

The tasty meal will be prepared by more than 30 of New York’s long-time favorite and hottest star chefs.

Visit www.ccapinc.org to learn more!

Bette’s Vegas days are over, but the applause for her performances continues…
This week Bette received nominations for “Best Show Produced by a Woman” and “Best Show Directed by a Women” for her HBO special, Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On.

The WIN Awards honor outstanding individuals in politics, business, music and the media who promote gender parity through their creativity and leadership.

Check out the other fantastic women nominated in Bette’s categories. Fingers and toes are crossed for Bette!

Film / Show Directed By a Woman

Bette Midler Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On
Vera Farmiga Higher Ground
Liz Garbus Bobby Fischer Against The World
Shari Springer Berman (Co-Director) Cinema Verite
Laurie-Ann Gibson Lady Gaga Presents The Monster Ball Tour: At Madison Square Garden

Film / Show Produced By a Woman

Kris Jenner Keeping Up With The Kardashians
Toni Braxton, Tamar Braxton, Jane Lipsitz Braxton Family Values
Bette Midler Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On
Laurie-Ann Gibson Lady Gaga Presents The Monster Ball Tour: At Madison Square Garden
Gay Rosenthal, Carrie Franklin Ruby

I am sorry for not updating the forum the last month, I been quite busy and didn't have much time! Now I am back and will try to keep you up to date about The Divine Miss M as usual I'm sorry for the long absence , I hope you guys are still all here and enjoy the forum! Thanks

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