BARBARA MCQUEEN COMING TO NEW YORK!

Those of you who reside in New York City (and especially those of you who have been kind enough to follow my 2nd Annual "Steve McQueen Film Festival" here on my Blog) are in for a treat! Barbara McQueen, widow of actor Steve McQueen, will be making an appearance on “The Late Show With David Letterman,” on Tuesday, March 13, along with actor Jeff Goldblum. Barbara's career as a model-turned-photographer and author led to her to write the book, “Steve McQueen: The Last Mile”. She'll talk with Dave about why she has re-emerged in the public spotlight after 25 years. Then on Thursday, March 15, McQueen will sign copies of “The Last Mile” at the world famous Kiehl's Pharmacy, 109 Third Avenue (between 13 & 14th avenues). The pharmacy contains a world-class collection of cars and motorcycles and one of Steve's motorcycles will be present. What a cool opportunity! The signing will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. and will include cocktails and appetizers. For more information, call (212) 677-3171. On March 17th, Barbara will be in Newburgh, New York to sign books at the Newburgh Barnes and Nobles, 1245 Route 300 at 1 p.m. with a presentation and "Q & A" (yes, question and answer) session. For more information, call (845) 567-0782. Later that evening, McQueen and Marshall Terrill, her Co-Author will attend the world premiere of “An American Rebel: Steve McQueen,” a new 90-minute documentary directed and produced by Richard Martin. The documentary is based on Terrill's 1993 biography, “Steve McQueen: Portrait of an American Rebel.” The premiere starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Downing Movie Theater, 19 Front Street , Newburgh, New York, preceded by a 6:45 p.m. wine & cheese reception, and a "Q & A" with Martin, Terrill and McQueen following the conclusion of the documentary. The film's soundtrack features music from Bob Dylan, Sam Cooke, Anne Murray, The Rolling Stones and the Human Beinz. The last time a Hollywood premiere was held in Newburgh was with Tyrone Power (hey, a Cincinnati guy!) and the West Point film, “The Long Grey Line” in the 1950s. For more information, call the Downing Film Center at (845) 561-3686. An after-premiere party will be held at 9:45 p.m. at the East Side Bar & Grill, 624 Route 300, Walden, New York. McQueen and Terrill will be on hand to greet guests and sign books. For more information, call Sam Torres at (845) 629-0803. I'd love to attend these events but can't. But I've seen Barbara interviewed on television and she seems delightful! So, if you attend, please let me know how it goes. HAVE FUN!