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Melissa Gilbert is an actress, television director, producer, politician, and former president of the Screen Actors Guild. From 1974 to 1983, she starred as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the NBC series "Little House on the Prairie".
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
Co-Founder, Hookist
Choreographer, "The Wiz" - National Tour
Founder and Creative Director, Broadway Sings for Pride
CEO, Mind Yard New York
Multi-Platinum Producer
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Melissa Gilbert | |
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 Gilbert in December 2010 | |
| 26th President of the Screen Actors Guild | |
| In office October 15, 2001 – February 22, 2005 | |
| Preceded by | William Daniels |
| Succeeded by | Alan Rosenberg |
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| Born | Melissa Ellen Gilbert May 8, 1964 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse(s) | Bo Brinkman
(m. 1988; div. 1992)Bruce Boxleitner
(m. 1995, divorced)Timothy Busfield (m. 2013) |
| Children | 2 |
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| Relatives | Jonathan Gilbert (brother) Sara Gilbert (half sister) |
| Known for | Little House on the Prairie The Miracle Worker |
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| Years active | 1967–present |
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Sonny Turner is best known for replacing Tony Williams as lead singer of The Platters. The group had 40 charting singles on the Billboard Hot 100, including four no. 1 hits, and were, for a period of time, the most successful vocal group in the world.
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Neddy Smith is a professional musician and CEO at NedGJean International. He composes and writes his music, not only in a traditional style, but also by incorporating his vast international experiences. This is apparent in each of his releases.
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Terry Derkach's music production and writing credits include 3-time Grammy nominated, multi-platinum artist Brad Roberts (Crash Test Dummies), gospel vocalist Vernon Bush (Stevie Wonder, Nancy Wilson, Ray Charles), and Gary Lucas (Jeff Buckley).
Dan Vitale is an actor and comedian, best known for being a cast member during season 11 of "Saturday Night Live" (first episode: November 23, 1985, final episode: February 8, 1986).
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Michael Alig is an artist and party promoter, who served almost 17 years in prison for manslaughter. He was a co-founder and ringleader of the Club Kids, a group of New York City clubgoers that became a cultural phenomenon during the 1980s and 1990s.
