(213) 250-9797 • http://www.asianjournal.com Features LA WEEKEND ASIAN JOURNAL • FEBRUARY 11-14, 2012 Child able to join his family in the Us, even after ‘aging out’ REDWOOD CITY—The Gildore family lived a simple but happy life in the Philippines. Dad Frisco was a retired army officer who joined the private security profession after retirement. Mom Leah was a government employee. They were able to provide a comfortable life for their children. Frisco’s mother filed a petition for him many years ago. Unfortunately, the Gildore matriarch passed on before she could see the petition through. Eventually, it was Frisco’s US citizen sister who petitioned for Frisco again. Meanwhile, the Gildores patiently waited and were in no rush at all. It was 2010 when they received a notice from the US Embassy that their immigrant visas were “current” or available. By this time, they could no longer bring their two (2) elder children, since they were over 21 years old. But they hoped that they could still bring their youngest son who was turning 21 soon. The reason they waited patiently for the petition to come through was for them to be able to provide an opportunity for their children to live the American Dream. It would not make any sense for Daddy Frisco and Mommy Leah to go to the US if none of their children will be able to migrate with them. The day before the youngest son’s 21st birthday, Frisco’s sisters consulted with the Law Offices of Michael Gurfinkel. Fortunately, the Child Status Protection Act had provisions that could enable the youngest Gildore to immigrate to the US with his parents. This Sunday, watch another success story when leading US immigration attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel brings you a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy—winner of the Television Journalism Awards (for a regular program) in the 1st Migration Advocacy and Media Awards -- this Sunday 5:45pm (PST) on TFC. Atty. Gurfinkel will also answer viewers’ immigration questions on everyone’s favorite segment: Your Tanong, My Sagot. Don’t miss this brandnew episode on an all-new Citizen Pinoy this Sunday at 5:45pm (PST) with a replay the next Sunday, at 12:10am (PST) on TFC. Citizen Pinoy is made possible with the generous support of sponsors who are also dedicated to giving back to the Filipino community: Asian Journal—with circulation in Northern and Southern California, Nevada, and in the East Coast; and Arko Foods, the oldest existing Filipino-owned business in Southern California. Citizen Pinoy is also supported by ABS-CBN Global’s key product offerings: Star Kargo, Starry Starry Store, and Sarimanok One. Christie Brinkley to star as Roxie Hart in ‘Chicago’ Pantages Theatre, May 15-27 Chicago, the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival will return to Los Angeles at the Pantages Theatre for a strictly limited two-week engagement May 15 – 27, 2012. After her critically-acclaimed debut as “Roxie Hart” on Broadway and in London’s West End, Christie Brinkley, one of the world’s most successful supermodels, will make her highly-anticipated Los Angeles debut this spring as she reprises her killer role in this six-time Tony Award-winning musical smash hit when it plays the Pantages Theatre. Chicago Producer Barry Weissler said: “We are thrilled to welcome Christie and her incredible dedication, focus and determination that she exhibits… I’m excited to share with audiences the stellar performance that she delivers.” Throughout her phenomenal career as one of the country’s most successful and recognizable supermodels, Christie Brinkley has appeared on more than 500 magazine covers worldwide. But more than that, she also excels as an artist, writer, photographer, designer, actress, philanthropist, environmentalist and political activist. Christie Brinkley recently launched a line of natural skin care products as part of her new company, Christie Brinkley Beauty. Combining her modeling experience with her artistic talents and diverse interests, Christie’s career over the years has been interesting and dynamic. A Ford model for over thirty years, Christie was discovered by a photographer in Paris at the age of eighteen. Since then, she has become the first model to ever appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated for three consecutive years, and appeared in the publication’s annual swimsuit issues and television specials for years to follow. In 1976, CoverGirl gave Christie her first “big break” in modeling with a contract, which launched the start of a 20-year partnership that marks the longest-running cosmetics contract of any model in history. Christie is known for her commitment to health and fitness. Christie wrote and illustrated a health and beauty book, Christie Brinkley’s Outdoor Beauty and Fitness Guide which topped The New York Times bestseller list. On the big screen, she made her acting debut in 1983 opposite Chevy Chase in the hit feature film National Lampoon’s Vacation and its 1997 sequel, Vegas Vacation. She has also famously appeared in Billy Joel’s classic music videos Uptown Girl, Keeping the Faith and All About Soul, as well as Mick Jones’ music video “Just Wanna Hold.” On television, Christie has appeared on NBC’s Mad About You and hosted Lifetime Television’s InStyle Celebrity Weddings, which became the highest rated special in Lifetime’s history. She has also been featured in Vh1’s Pop Culture Icons series. Christie has been the subject of many documentaries including the HBO program Beautiful Baby, Beautiful, Lifetime’s Intimate Portrait and Barbara Walters’ Oscar Night Special. Christie is an active member and dedicated supporter/activist for many organizations including UNICEF’s Art and Entertainment Support Committee, Handgun Control, Ovarian Cancer, Susan G. Komen Foundation, the Cousteau Society, Southern Poverty Law, The Wilderness Society and stopglobalwarming.org. She currently lives in New York with two of her three children, Sailor Lee and Jack Paris. Her daughter, actress/singer Alexa Ray Joel, lives in New York City. Tickets for Chicago may be purchased online at www.BroadwayLA.org or by phone at 1(800) 9822787. Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Pantages Box Office and all Ticketmaster outlets. The Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, just east of Vine Street, and the box office opens daily at 10am. PAGE B4 u B SON GETS GREEN CARD EVEN AFTER AGING OUT! By the time Leah (2nd from left) and Frisco (2nd from right) Gildores’ petition became current, their youngest PETN (left) was about to turn 21, and they were afraid he would have to be left behind in the Philippines. They consulted with the Law Offices of Michael Gurfinkel on the eve of his 21st birthday. Fortunately, by utilizing the Child Status Protection Act, Attorney Gurfinkel (right) ensured that their son could join his parents in the US, even after he turned 21. Watch another successful story unfold on a brand new episode of ‘Citizen Pinoy’— winner of the Television Journalism Awards (for a regular program) in the 1st Migration Advocacy and Media Awards -- this Sunday 5:45pm (PST) on TFC. TELECAST SCHEDULE TFC Sundays Sundays 5:45pm PST 12:10am PST original replay ANC US Sundays Thursdays 11am PST •7pm PST original replay ANC PHIL Mondays Fridays 3am Phil •11am Phil original replay *aired within TFC regions only