From the Editor

BY CHANELLE HAYES

As we close out 2024, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our readers. Whether you have been following Chic Compass magazine over the past six years or just recently discovered the publication, we want you to know that your support is why we do what we do. We take pride in delivering insightful stories, thought-provoking features and impactful content in each edition. In this issue, you will read about the fascinating stories of celebrities from all walks of life and other engaging topics that will pique your interest. From the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the Las Vegas art, culture and dining scene, we cover it all.

Gracing the cover is the exclusive story of actor and singer Jason Gould, the son of Barbra Streisand and Elliott Gould. His remarkable journey is deeply personal as he opens up about the challenges he faced being born into Hollywood fame, discovering himself, growing an appreciation for music and learning how to step out into the spotlight on his terms. Earlier this year, he released his EP “Sacred Days,” which our writer says is his most personal album yet. If you are unfamiliar with his story or work, this is your chance to get acquainted with him. We also interview Golden Globe and Emmy Award-nominated actor Rob Morrow. With a storied career, he enthusiastically takes us through his various projects and discusses his transition into music and other accomplishments in his 40-plus-long career. We also take you inside the star-studded 2024 Venice Film Festival, where many of Hollywood’s biggest stars came together to promote their new and upcoming projects.

In addition to covering celebrities, we highlight influential leaders and figures who have significantly impacted the Las Vegas scene. We honor Carolyn Goodman, who has served as the mayor of Las Vegas since 2011. We pay tribute to her efforts and success in improving inner-city schools, forming initiatives to support local businesses and her involvement in the cultural transformation of downtown Las Vegas. As this is her last term, we salute her and thank her for her significant contributions to the City of Las Vegas over the years.

You will also learn more about our dear friend and supporter, Sue Lowden, owner of Vic’s, a sophisticated dining and entertainment destination where food and jazz go hand in hand. The life and legacy of Karan Feder, an award-winning and best-selling author, fashion historian and leading figure in performance-costume history, preservation and exhibition, is another story that you will also enjoy reading. Her phenomenal journey from being aimless to having a defined objective is truly inspiring. While we are on fashion, David Tupaz, a renowned fashion designer and contributor to our magazine, was honored with the prestigious Excellence Award at this year’s Metropolitan Fashion Week for his local and national contributions to the fashion industry.

Our edition also features an in-depth look at the luxury hotel Fontainebleau Las Vegas, including how it came to be, its world-class amenities and its newest offerings. Since opening in December 2023, it has been one of the most sought-after hotels on the Las Vegas Strip.

These are just some exciting people and stories in this jam-packed edition of Chic Compass. We hope you enjoy reading it. As we wrap up another successful year of the publication, we are filled with anticipation for the new year and look forward to sharing more captivating narratives and discoveries with you.