B. Scott
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| Background information | |
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| Birth name | Brandon Scott Sessoms |
| Born | March 21, 1981 Franklin, Virginia, U.S. |
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| Period active | 2007 - present |
| Official site | www.lovebscott.com |
Brandon Scott Sessoms (born March 21, 1981) is a multi-racial, openly gay, American blogger, celebrity commentator and internet personality [1]. Sessoms works primarily under the abbreviated name, B. Scott.
Sessoms, as B. Scott, he has become a popular internet personality through his visibility on YouTube and his personal website, "lovebscott.com". B. Scott's internet presence and his ability to gain interviews with celebrities such as Jordin Sparks, Ne-Yo, and Ashanti allowed him to branch out into a relationship with Access Hollywood[2] and Extra (TV series)[3][4].
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[edit] Early life
Sessoms was born in Franklin, Virginia and was raised outside of Ahoskie, North Carolina to parents of Irish, African-American, Jewish and Meherrin Indian ancestry.
As a teenager Sessoms was selected to attend the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM), a two-year public residential magnet high school for students with a strong aptitude and interest in mathematics and science, located in Durham, North Carolina.
After graduating from NCSSM in 1999, Sessoms attended and graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill[5] in 2002 with a B.A. in Psychology. Sessoms moved to Washington, DC where he briefly practiced as a licensed realtor in the Capitol Hill area.
In June 2005, Sessoms moved to Los Angeles, California where he continued his work as a realtor and interior designer. It was during this time that he began his interest in the entertainment industry, while briefly working in print as a fashion model.
[edit] Personal Philosophy
B. Scott's personal philosophy is to provide entertainment and commentary that is honest, witty, and fun. This positive reinforcement has helped to heighten his popularity on the internet with Women, LGBT and African-American media, and set him apart from other journalists and commentators. B. Scott resides in Los Angeles.
[edit] LoveBScott.com
On January 7, 2007, B. Scott launched lovebscott.com which primarily focuses on the five pillars of Pop culture: Celebrity News, Fashion, Music, Nightlife, and Miscellaneous Entertainment. The website's intent is to approach entertainment and celebrity news with a positive spin. The name lovebscott.com was selected in an effort to give his website a readily-identifiable personality with the mission of conveying a positive outlook.
[edit] YouTube
In May 2007, B. Scott started incorporating YouTube videos into his website to personally connect with his readers. The videos include personal observations, celebrity news, musical performances, political commentary, interviews and messages of encouragement to the audience. The videos are produced out of B. Scott's Los Angeles residence. The YouTube site maintains a subscriber base of nearly 50,000, and has won numerous awards for viewership and subscriptions[6]. B. Scott has won the Best Video Blog by The Black Weblog Awards[7] in 2007 and 2008.
B. Scott’s YouTube channel led to recognition from popular blogger Perez Hilton, who named him as his “Favorite New YouTuber”[8]. In January 2008, B. Scott was selected by YouTube to become one of the company's partners.
[edit] Celebrity Interviews
An important part of the Lovebscott.com/YouTube experience is personal interviews with celebrities. These interviews are conducted in B. Scott's home and broadcast on both the YouTube channel and the website. Celebrities interviewed have included Jordin Sparks, Ne-Yo, Ashanti, Fat Joe, boxer Zab Judah, Keith Robinson, Shanice, Teairra Marí, Eva Marcille, LeToya Luckett, Marcus Patrick, Jensen Atwood, Chilli (of TLC), Christina Milian, Goapele, Steph Jones and Dawn Richard.
[edit] Branching Out
Since March 2007, B. Scott has been hired as a celebrity talent; contributing to several publications[9] and hosting events. On May 16 at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel in Los Angeles, B. Scott was a part of the 2007 BET Awards[10] nominations and honorees announcements. In June 2007, he also provided coverage of the 2007 ASCAP Rhythm and Soul Awards 20th Anniversary Celebration. On June 7, 2007, he hosted the "White Party" at the Hollywood Black Film Festival[11][12] in Los Angeles which he also hosted in Summer 2008. B. Scott was featured in the 2008 February issue of the Black GLBT publication, Clik Magazine.
On April 4, 2008, B. Scott kicked off gay Pride month at Yale University. [13] During the festivities he was at the forefront of three events. B. Scott hosted a Master's Tea at Yale University's Silliman College, a "Pride Meet and Greet" at Bespoke Restaurant and "After-party" at the Center Street Lounge in New Haven, CT. On October 19, 2008, B. Scott lead a team for the AIDS Walk Los Angeles and hosted the official AIDS Walk Los Angeles afterparty[14] at Eleven Restaurant & Nightclub in West Hollywood. CA. On February 28, 2008, B. Scott attended the 14th Annual Black Solidarity Conference at Yale University as a featured panelists on the “Disrobed: An Exposé of Black Sexuality” panel.[15]
[edit] References
- ^ Woods, Meghan E. (March 5, 2007) Daily Tar Heel UNC alum becomes Internet celebrity
- ^ "Next on TV One Access: Build a Beauty: The Perfect Man & Woman"
- ^ "B. Scott Extra (TV Series) celebrity commentary on Britney Spears 2008 Good Morning America (GMA) Appearance 10.22.08"
- ^ "B. Scott Extra (TV Series) celebrity commentary on Miley Ray Cyrus 2008 Halloween red carpet appearance - 11.3.08"
- ^ "UNC Dean's List Fall 2000"
- ^ Robinson, Ishena (January 08, 2008) Jamaica Observer A New Internet Celebrity has Risen
- ^ "Best Video Blog"
- ^ "Perez Hilton's Favorite YouTuber"
- ^ "B. Scott - It's a Movement"
- ^ "Wireimage coverage B. Scott Talks to 50 Cent"
- ^ "The Hollywood Black Film Festival - White Party"
- ^ "Black Talent News scouts B. Scott"
- ^ Chen, Sophia (April 7, 2008) Yale Daily News B. Scott: Ostracized, Pressured, Inspired
- ^ "Wireimage Coverage at the 24th Annual AIDS Walk Los Angeles After Party hosted by B. Scott"
- ^ Domingue, Michelle T. (March 13, 2009) Dartmouth Free Press Black Sexuality: Overcoming Homophobia
