Bionic Buzz® covered red carpet of the Season 8 Premiere and Pre-Emmy Party of the critically acclaimed and multi-Emmy Award-winning series, “THE BAY,” at the ATI Studio in Burbank, CA. ATI Studios is owned by Producer David McKenzie and Host Laura McKenzie. The event was a stunning showcase of talent and glamour, celebrating the series’ unprecedented achievements.

Historic Achievements of “THE BAY”

“The Bay” has much to celebrate, marking a historic milestone as the first entirely independent drama and streamer to receive nominations in three major Daytime Emmy® Award categories. This includes Outstanding Daytime Drama Series, Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series, and Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series.

Star-Studded Event:

The event hosted by The Bay Creator, Writer, and Director Gregori J. Martin (Lany Entertainment) was graced by the series’ notable cast members, including Emmy Award-winning Lead Actor Kristos Andrews, Daytime Emmy® Winner Mike Manning, Daytime Emmy®-winners A Martinez and Mary Beth Evans, and Season 8 Special Guest Star Maxwell Caulfield. These luminaries engaged with guests, adding a touch of Hollywood magic to the evening. Also in attendance were Producer and Actress Precious Mays, Producers Nadine Aronson, Josh O’Connell, Christine Xu, Ashley Bell, to name a few.

Gratitude to Sponsors

The event was made possible with the support of distinguished sponsors, including the luxurious 1.0.1 Premium Vodka with President Hermos Parsa and his wife Carmen in attendance, also Wendelin Von Schroder representing Lodestar America Whiskey, and Jake Ryder owner of Passion Tree Co. hard seltzer. Their contributions not only added to the event’s splendor but also highlighted the synergy between premium brands and top-tier entertainment.

Interviews with Presley Aronson (Cali Country Music Artist), Hermoz Parsa (1.0.1 Vodka), Patrick Blood (co-executive Producer of The Bay), Precious Mayes (executive Producer / Actress from The Bay), Isaac C. Singleton Jr. (actor from Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl), Davi Santos (actor from Power Rangers Dino Charge), Paris Dylan (Producer of The Bay), Will Barratt (Producer of The Bay), A. Martinez & Ren Martinez (Music Artist and Actor from The Bay), Mike Manning (Actor from The Bay), Gregori J. Martin (Emmy Winning Director, Writer & Creator of The Bay), Taylor Stanley (Actress from The Bay), D.K – DonnaKelli Barnett (Actress from The Bay), Patrika Darbo (Actress from The Bay & Days of Our Lives), Frank Sheftel (President of The Thalians), Artisha Mann Cooper (Producer of The Bay), Cari Shayne (Actress from The Bay), Edwin De Paz (Music Composer from The Bay), Rosie & Christine (Executive Producer of The Bay), Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (UFC Champion and Actor from The A-Team), Kiki Wang (Fashion Designer), Robin Matson (Actress from General Hospital), Jessica A. Caesar (Actress from Kenan).

Host Cassandra Wilkins and then Red Carpet managed by Jackie Lewis and Tiffany Ladner. Produced by Jackie Lewis. Video edited by Alonso Barbosa. Outro edited by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz.

Noteworthy Attendees:

The evening was a congregation of the industry’s finest. From seasoned actors like A Martinez (Nardos Ramos) and Brandon Beemer (Evan Blackwell), to rising talents such as Carlo Mendez (Officer Benji Ramos) and Dante Aleksander (Xander Castro), the event showcased a diverse array of talent. Joining them were James Preston, Matthew Ashford (Steve Jensen), Maxwell Caulfield (Sir Thomas Kenway), Mike Manning (Caleb McKinnon), Najee De-Tiege (RJ Garrett-Foster), Vincent Irizarry, and producers Nick Theurer and Tania Mamery. Actresses Adelina Santana, Anabelle Santana, Aneliese Santana, Bianca D’Ambrosio (Frankie Sanders), Cari Shayne (Dr. Genevieve Cates), Ceara Hannah (Marley), Celeste Fianna (Tamara Garrett) who wore a Kiki Wang design, Chiara D’Ambrosio (Regan Sanders), Karrueche Tran (Vivian Johnson Garrett), Kym Whitley (Big Candi), Terri Ivens (Orchid Ramos), Victoria Baldesarra (Brenda), Taylor Stanley (Zoey Johnson), Maree Cheatham, Robin Mattson (General Hospital), Tamara Clatterbuck, and Executive Producer Mary Beth Evans (Sara Garrett) were present, enriching the event with their grace and talent. Special appearances by creatives like fashion designer Kiki Wang, alongside Mixed Martial Artist Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson, added to the event’s allure.