Author Archives: Louis Jannetta

Hello from Louis

Posted on July 19, 2012 by Louis Jannetta

Hi friends, hope all is well with you and yours and that you`re having a great summer. I haven’t written much lately as there have been many changes in my life. Sadly, Corinne my darling, beautiful wife of almost 61 … Continue reading →

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Charlie Camilleri

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Louis Jannetta

Yesterday I attended the standing room only Memorial Celebration for Charlie Camilleri. I met Charlie through Variety Club International, The Children’s Charity where both of us were proud members. Charlie did so much for the kids and Variety Village, even … Continue reading →

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The being FRANK Show

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Louis Jannetta

Last Monday I was honoured to guest for the second time on Frank D`Angelo`s popular late night TV show, The beingFRANK Show. My daughter Patti was also invited and to sing with Frank`s talented band too. Arriving at Frank`s renowned … Continue reading →

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My Portrait at Fairmont Royal York Hotel

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Louis Jannetta

I was thrilled to learn that The Royal York Hotel had hung my portrait taken by the great photographer Al Gilbert in the Main Mezzanine. I went there today to see it and met with my friend Mike Bellissimo who … Continue reading →

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Twas the Bite Before Christmas

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Louis Jannetta

Went with my daughter Patti, son in law Dave, granddaughter Ashley, to a fundraiser for the Mississauga Food Bank. Ashley & I were guests of Deanna and Scott Insley and Patti and Dave were sitting with Ward 1 Councillor Jim … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Tony Bennett

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Louis Jannetta

Here’s a story I’d love to share with you about my recent trip to New York City to see Tony Bennett in concert for his 85th Birthday celebration. I was picked up by 3:00 PM in front of my condo … Continue reading →

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Tony Bennett and Diana Krall at the Rexall Center

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Louis Jannetta

What a surprise to receive the call from my dear friend Tony Bennett’s manager saying Tony had tickets for me to his show at the Rexall Centre. So honoured that he always thinks of me and my family. My daughter … Continue reading →

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