Kennedy Leads Charge to Save Gusman
It took persuasion from Rosario Kennedy, former Miami City Commissioner and Honorary Chairperson of the Miami Film Festival, who invited Sylvester Stallone, the Film Festival’s International Chairman, to speak at the Commission Meeting and lend his support to the cause. Rosario and Sylvester Stallone presented a check for $75,000 to Bobby Gusman (who receives on behalf of the “Friends of Gusman”) for the restoration of the historic theater. Stallone credits Rosario for convincing him to pledge the money. “I became her friend the moment I met her”, says Stallone, “I became her fan when I saw her dedication and
vision.”
For 18 years, Rosario served as Honorary Chairperson for the Miami International Film Festival
(Left) Rosario pictured with Andy Garcia
(Right) Miami Film Festival Honorary Chair, Rosario Kennedy, (1985—2001). Rosario pictured here with Actor Michael Caine and Mayor Alex Penelas
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Friends of Gusman present "Scarface"
Friends of Gusman celebrated the 25th anniversary of Scarface with a special screening of the classic gangster movie on August 22, 2008.
Actors Steven Bauer, who co-starred as Manny Ribera, and Angel Salazar, who portrayed the henchman Chi Chi, mingled with guests on the red carpet and participated in an audience Q&A following the movie.
The audience had a blast and so did the special guests!
Friends of Gusman Board Member Rosario Kennedy was honored for her role in organizing the Scarface event. L-R: Gusman Director Margaret Lake, Friends of Gusman Chair Maria Mas Blet, Rosario Kennedy, Steven Bauer, Angel Salazar and Miami Parking Authority CEO Art Noriega. (Photo ©2008 Jorge R. Perez/City of Miami)
Rosario brings “Red Carpet Guests” to Gusman Hall for the 25th Anniversary screening of “Scarface” in 2008.
Rosario pictured here at her home with Actors Steven Bauer and Angel Salazar.
Rosario represented Columbia Pictures in various approval processes in the City of Miami and the State of Florida.
"Speed 2" will film in Miami featuring Sandra Bullock. Producer Steve Perry with 20th Century Fox productions
has hired former Miami Commissioner Rosario Kennedy negotiate with city bureaucrats
for the Miami filming of "Speed 2".
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