Morning Memo: New Gig For Scarlett's Brother; Winehouse Takes Her Time
Scarlett Johansson's brother, Hunter, who until recently worked for Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, has reportedly left to work for the Obama campaign. Now they can both have regular email correspondence with the candidate. [P6]
Even though Roman Abramovich reportedly paid Amy Winehouse $2 million to perform at his girlfriend Dasha Zhukova's Moscow gallery last week, she still couldn't make it onto the stage on time. [NY Daily News]
Photographer Patrick McMullan's son, Liam McMullan, will perform songs from his upcoming album in the Hamptons this summer. [P6]
On July 2nd, Christie's will auction off seven pieces by Yves Saint Laurent, including a 1958 cocktail dress for Dior. [NY Daily News]
Architect Richard Meier can't move to one of his glass towers on the West side because he has so many books. He does, however, love to visit his daughter who lives in the Charles Street building. [Intelligencer]
Does that mean one less hack that works in Stringer's office? Great photo. Compared to the pet rocks employed by C. V. Fields, Stringer's crew is, about the same.
Why does anyone care about this scuzzy Brit skank? Sure she does a reasonable Dusty Springfield imitation, but I bet there have to be at least 10 trannies right in NYC who can do as well.