Nestor Carbonell - Sheriff Alex Romero from A&E’s "BATES MOTEL"
The Sheriff of White Pine Bay, Romero is the “moral” center of the town,
although morality is often a shifting line here. Imposing and discerning, he
gets involved in Norma Bates’ life after an unfortunate incident at the motel.
"I am the last person who you want on your bad side, Mrs. Bates…” And he’s
not kidding.
Nestor Carbonell was born in New York City and raised in numerous locales
including, Mexico, Venezuela, Florida, Connecticut, the Bahamas and London. He
graduated from Harvard University with a degree in English. It was during his
time at Harvard that a first-year drama course led to his interest in
performing.
Nestor is most often recognized for his integral role in the acclaimed
series “Lost,” as the iconic ‘Richard Alpert.’ This role, as well as his turn
as ‘Mayor Anthony Garcia’ opposite Christian Bale in Christopher Nolan’s The
Dark Knight, has shown Nestor’s versatility and range as an actor and showcased
the complexity he has exhibited in a variety of roles. Nestor reprised his role
as the Mayor in the box-office hit The Dark Knight Rises.
Nestor can next be seen on the highly-anticipated A&E series “Bates
Motel” opposite Vera Farmiga. His additional television credits include
“Ringer,” “Cane,” “House,” “Scrubs,” “Monk,” and “Suddenly Susan,” for which he
earned two ALMA Awards for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series.
Prior to Nestor’s role in The Dark Night, Nestor’s feature credits
include, Smokin Aces, opposite Ray Liotta and Ryan Reynolds, Andy Garcia’s The
Lost City, The Laramie Project, and the title role in Jack the Dog.
Nestor currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife, actress Shannon
Kenny, and their two sons.
Executive Chef William Bloxsom-Carter – Playboy Mansion
Mr. William S. Bloxsom-Carter
is the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage at the Playboy Mansion
in Los Angeles, California. He has been creating extraordinary food and
exclusive wine offerings for Hugh Hefner’s Playboy Mansion parties for over 26
years to 100,000 guests annually.
Chef Carter’s philosophy is
to bring out the best flavors in food products from beginning to end with
minimal intervention and uncompromising standards.
At the Playboy Mansion, Chef
Carter has developed an internship/externship program with culinary schools
nationwide. The program has garnered an exceptional reputation as the
preeminent host facility for students. Additionally, Chef Carter is a recurring
featured guest on numerous radio shows syndicated nationwide describing and
promoting California wines and foods.
Food Network’s Chef Jim O’Connor
Food Network Chef & TV Host Jim O'Connor is best known for bringing fun and creativity to the foods we enjoy. As a Food Network host, O'Conner has discovered the flavors of America at events such as the Hope Watermelon Festival, the National Hard Crab Derby Competition and the Chuckwagon Cookoff. And now, this world famous connoisseur of festival fun, available to share his experience for creating summer entertainment adventures for your viewers. He will do a live demonstration from his favorite backyard paradise as part a unique and timely interview.
- GRILL THRILLS-Tasty recipes that go from grill to gourmet
- SMOKING SECRETS-Why cool tools are key for a "pampered chef"
- SWEET TREATS-Adding sweet natural honey flavors to summer favorites
- CHEF CLEANUP TIPS-Tips for easy cleanup after grilling experience is over
O'Connor is a Food Network original host
of All-American Festivals and a show called, The
Secret Life of .... O'Connor also has hosted a special called Scoop, in
which five Food Network viewers create a new flavor of ice cream