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July 24, 2010

Cassie Scerbo - Going for the Gold

Going for the Gold
Cassie Scerbo of Make It or Break It talks make-ups, breakups and meatballs

From left: Cassie Scerbo; Chelsea Hobbs, Josie Loren, Cassie Scerbo and Ayla Kell

She may play resident mean girl Lauren Tanner on ABC Family’s Make It or Break It, but offscreen, Cassie Scerbo is quite the opposite: peppy, charming and full of secrets about our favorite show.

OCEAN DRIVE: I know your diehard fans would kill me if I didn’t ask upfront—what can we expect this season?
CASSIE SCERBO: Anything and everything! Fantastic gymnastics, competition, betrayals, love triangles, drama, make-ups, breakups….

Why do viewers love this show so much?
Make It or Break It has the juicy drama that teens and adults love combined with the amazing world of gymnastics. Who doesn’t love that? The show is clean enough for children to watch with parents and entertaining enough for adults. I also think it’s a great way to show young girls how to take a stand in this world and to encourage everyone to chase their dreams.

Tell us about your character, Lauren. Why is she so fun to play?
As one special director has said before, Lauren is the “vulnerable villain.” I have so much fun with this character! She’s just a really spicy troublemaker, yet a pained and vulnerable character.

And she looks good! How do you stay fit for the show?
We try our absolute best to portray a gymnast’s figure, so beautiful and strong. We train with our gymnastics coordinator on set. We also sometimes work on the apparatuses on our actual set and I also have a personal trainer on my own. So basically, working out and eating healthy is the only way to go! We absolutely don’t have a choice due to the fact that we wear leos for a living!

Where are your favorite places to eat and drink in Miami?
I love going to the Fontainebleau with my boyfriend [who recurs as Nicky on the show] to eat, swim and basically do anything. Some of my all-time favorite restaurants are actually a little further north: Anthony’s Runway 84 in Fort Lauderdale, Philomena’s in Pompano Beach, Trattoria Bella Cibo in Margate. Of course, my absolute favorite place to eat is right at home with my family, eating my mom and dad’s amazing food—especially our Sunday dinners. I’m telling you, my mom’s meatballs are unbeatable.

Spending five days a week on set, how do you find time to do anything else?
It does takes up much of my time, but I don't mind because I have the best cast and crew in the world! I also just signed up for online college, so I’ll be squeezing that in anywhere I can, as having a degree has always been a really important thing to me. I also recently started up my own nonprofit organization called Nothing’s Impossible. Due to the show, I think my first project is going to be helping less financially fortunate gymnasts do what they love. I have seen the dedication, passion and drive that go into this sport and have such a large respect for gymnasts all around the world.

BY JULIE BENSMAN

Source: Ocean Drive

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July 24, 2010

Cassie Scerbo Knows Nothing's Impossible

Make It or Break It starlet Cassie Scerbo is insanely busy — but not too busy to step back and do something good.

The 20-year-old actress dished to Ocean Drive magazine, “I just signed up for online college, so I’ll be squeezing that in anywhere I can, as having a degree has always been a really important thing to me. I also recently started up my own nonprofit organization called Nothing’s Impossible.”

Cassie continued, “Due to the show, I think my first project is going to be helping less financially fortunate gymnasts do what they love. I have seen the dedication, passion and drive that go into this sport and have such a large respect for gymnasts all around the world.”

Alright, Cassie!

Source: JustJaredJr.

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July 21, 2010

GET TO KNOW MAKE IT OR BREAK IT STAR CASSIE SCERBO!

FIND OUT ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAKE IT OR BREAK IT STAR CASSIE SCERBO!
By: Bessie Sorge

Cassie Scerbo can be seen weekly on ABC Family’s flyaway hit drama “Make It Or Break It,” portraying the bratty and most misunderstood teenage gymnast that everyone loves to hate, Lauren Tanner. We recently caught up with Cassie to chat about the framework of her career and to find out exactly what she thinks of her character on MIOBI. Keep reading and you might just find a soft spot for this talented young actress and her alter ego, Lauren Tanner!

Cassie Scerbo was born into an Italian family in Long Island, New York in 1990. Shortly after Cassie’s birth, her family relocated to Florida where her father established an auto mechanic business while her mom stayed home to take care of the family. At age four, Cassie had her first taste of performing in front of an audience, creating skits for her aunts, uncles and cousins who came over for dinner. “We do huge Italian Sunday dinners,” Cassie recalls. “I remember putting together little dance routines in my room and going downstairs (to perform them).” That was just the beginning of what would become a long journey into the creative arts profession.

Growing up, Cassie was exposed to a variety of activities that helped build the confidence and strength that is dominant in her personality today. Her background includes a variation between creative outlets such as acting and singing and athletic activities like dance, soccer and martial arts. While all of these hobbies opened the door for success, Cassie was never able to choose just one focus. “It has never been one thing,” she explained of the extracurricular activities she pursued. “Singing, acting, dancing, all of it I love so much.”

CASSIE SCERBO DURING OUR INTERVIEW IN HOLLYWOOD, CA

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Source: Hollywood Teen Zine

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July 17, 2010

Cassie Scerbo: Lucky Strike Lady

Cassie Scerbo dolls it up in a super cute mini as she attends the 2010 Matt Leinart Foundation Celebrity Bowl at Lucky Strike Bowling Alley in Hollywood on Thursday night (July 15).

The celebrity bowling event raised money for the Matt Leinart Foundation, which provides opportunities to children who would normally not receive them. The children may come from financially and/or socially disadvantaged areas, or may have permanent physical and/or mental disabilities.

Remember to catch Cassie in an all-new Make It or Break It episode on Tuesday, July 20 @ 9PM ET/PT on ABC Family.

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Source: JustJaredJr.

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July 3, 2010

Make It Or Break It: Cassie Scerbo: Pre-workout Tips

Season 2: Cassie Scerbo shares her best tips to prepare for a workout!

Source: TV Guide

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June 29, 2010

Actress Cassie Scerbo on wearing a leotard to work

"You don't need to be a stick figure to be beautiful."

Make It Or Break It star Cassie Scerbo works hard to maintain the appearance of an elite gymnast for the ABC Family show. Go behind the scenes with her to find out how she stays fit and healthy on set!

"We're not gymnasts; we're actresses, but we try our best." says Scerbo, who plays Lauren Tanner on the show. Although she's often busy on the set, Scerbo makes it a point to work out five to six times a week. Her favorite way to break a sweat? "I always find sports-related ways to stay in shape," she says. A "super tomboy" at heart, Scerbo played soccer for nine years and is really into boxing.

"Ever since [watching] Rocky when I was ten years old, I wanted to be a boxer. I wanted to compete," Scerbo says. But with acting and boxing not necessarily going hand-in-hand, her mom said she needed to choose one or the other. So Scerbo chose acting, but still gets her boxing fix in, with a no-hitting-on-the-face policy. The actress's passion for the sport is still strong. "Honestly, I love boxing," she says. "There's no feeling like it. [With] boxing you can get all your anger, all your stress, all of your emotions out."

When it comes to motivation, Scerbo points to one thing immediately--her wardrobe. Though she loves the scenes where she gets to dress up, the vast majority of the time, she and her castmates wear leotards--sometimes up to 14 hours a day! Though she credits a healthy diet and active workout routine with helping her look the part, Scerbo also realizes the impact a positive attitude can have. "As long as you feel confident you're going to look beautiful," she says. "You don't need to be a stick figure to be beautiful."

Since long days can make getting a full workout in difficult, Scerbo fits in some moves, such as lunges, squats, abs and tricep work in throughout the day, before she goes on set and in her trailer.

Although Scerbo has a weakness for both pizza and her mom's meatballs, she also has a healthy habit of loving vegetables and salads. Plus, she always has a water bottle on hand. Instead of eating three meals a day, Scerbo aims for five mini meals a day. "Your body is your machine--you need your fuel," she says. With the help of the other girls on set, Scerbo steers clear of potatoes, pastas and bread, and instead tries to eat very lean. She likes tuna fish, grilled chicken, vegetables and fruits.

When Scerbo isn't boxing, working out with her personal trainer or the trainer on set she pops in a P90X video. According to Scerbo, the workouts and intensity of the videos are varied, with activities ranging from yoga to kickboxing. "It's like having a personal trainer in your house," she says.

This busy actress is also working hard to give back to the gymnasts she admires so much, with a non-profit called "Nothing's Impossible." Though she's just starting it up, Scerbo has traveled to gyms to spread the word and raise awareness. She said that she'll probably start fundraising in August and in the future wants to help out the L.A. and Miami Children's Hospitals as well. "There are so many things I want to help out with and give back to," Scerbo says. "As my career enhances, I'm sure I'll have greater opportunities and more to give, but as for now I'm going to try and help out with gymnastics."

Tune in to ABC Family tonight at 10 p.m. for an all-new season of Make It or Break It!

--Caitlin Berens

Source: Self

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June 28, 2010

Six Things You Never Knew About 'Make It Or Break It' Star Cassie Scerbo!
Think you know everything about this ABC Family superstar? Here are a few things I bet you never would have guessed!

Young, energetic and passionate Cassie Scerbo can be seen in ABC Family’s drama series Make It or Break It. The show centers on a four teen Olympic hopefuls as they train and prepare for their day in the spotlight. Cassie also won the hearts of many in her role as Brooke in Universal’s franchise hit Bring It On: In It To Win It. And here’s something we didn’t know — she did all of her own stunts and spent several hours of her own time perfecting each move.

Check out six things you never knew about Cassie Scerbo here!
- I am a HUGE tomboy, although I hide it well due to my high heel fetish and blonde locks! I used to box and I LOVE it. Ever since seeing Rocky as a child, I’ve had a passion for it. I also played soccer for 9 years. I tend to be the most competitive girl I know!
- I was in a girl group signed to Geffen records and DIC entertainment called the “Slumber Party girls”, we were put up in beautiful apartments, traveled all over to NY and France etc., and appeared each Saturday on CBS’ Saturday morning children’s/teen’s programming!
- I want to dye my hair brown with a passion but can’t at the moment for my show!
- I have 3 petite tattoos in which are all of high-importance to me – one is my grandma’s name in a signature-like font, one is a heart but if you look closely it spells God, it’s the heart of God, “where all goodness exists” and the other says “Eternita” which means eternity in Italian. I got because it symbolizes staying one with God, my family and all the close people in my life, and of course, myself.
- I spent most of my childhood years dancing and singing in my undies in the mirror! I’d put on my favorite artists, lock the door and pretend I was on a stage!
- Annnnd, JUST INCASE you haven’t heard I have an extremely close, beautiful, loud, crazy and FUN Italian family! Who I couldn’t live without!!!
-Haleigh Castino

Source: Hollywood Life
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June 24, 2010

Cassie Scerbo: Stunt Grrrl

Cassie Scerbo has no fear. Check this out …

We talked to the fabulous Ms. Scerbo and she compared playing a gymnast on Make It or Break It with playing a cheerleader in Bring It On: In It to Win It. Could she be any cooler?

Take it away, Cassie …

Cassie Scerbo: "I enjoyed making Bring It On: In It to Win It so much, and that’s why I think I’m enjoying Make It or Break It so much. [Gymnastics and cheerleading] are very similar. It's been a blast."

"I was able to do all my own stunts in Bring It On: In It to Win It. I’m a huge daredevil and go-getter. I try everything. I have no fear when it comes to heights or trying things. I’m a very athletic person. Most people would never guess that I'm a huge tomboy. I played soccer for nine years. I box. And I love doing athletic movies, so it was amazing to be able to do all of my own stunts in 'Bring It On.' I don’t really get to do all my own stunts on Make It or Break It, but I do get to work with elite gymnasts. I worked with elite cheerleaders in Bring It On, and it was a lot of fun. Bring It On was one of the best experiences of my life. If I think back to some of my most amazing, favorite memories, Bring It On definitely holds a ton of them. It was one of my favorite things to do. And now Make It or Break It is just as amazing and just as fun. I’m really enjoying it."

It totally shows!
Thanks, Cassie!

Source: ABC Family

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June 22, 2010

Cassie Scerbo & Dad: BOA Buddies

Cassie Scerbo waves to the cameras as she and her father arrive at BOA Steakhouse for a Father’s Day dinner on Saturday night (June 19).

The 20-year-old actress tweeted for the holiday, “Happy fathers day 2 the BEST father in the world, I’m so blessed..Off 2 a beautiful vineyard in Malibu w @codylongo, @JohnnyPacar & the fam!”

Cassie’s ABC Family series Make It or Break It returns NEXT WEEK!

Source: JustJaredJr.

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June 17, 2010

Cassie Scerbo Does Backflips

YH hangs out with actress Cassie Scerbo from the brand new hit show "Make it or Break it" and the classic cheerleading favorite "Bring it on". Cassie gives us the inside scoop on her life as an actress and what it is like to play Lauren Tanner on "Make it or Break it" as well as her future, and of course Justin Bieber. Hosted by Tatiana Diana.

Source: Young Hollywood

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June 15, 2010

Josie Loren & Ayla Kell Keep Their Friends Close

Josie Loren, Cassie Scerbo, Chelsea Hobbs and Ayla Kell are eagerly awaiting the second season premiere of Make It or Break It.

In the premiere episode “Friends Close, Enemies Closer,” after going rogue in the Season One finale and competing against the Chinese National Team – defying direct orders from the head of the U.S. Gymnastics National Committee – The Rock girls are at the top of their game.

But as the National Committee starts to pick which team members get to go to France to compete in the next meet, Kaylie, Emily and Lauren are not as confident as Sasha of their inclusion on the team. And now that Payson is back, she’s determined to get back to her place as the #1 U.S. gymnast and to get to France as well.

“Friends Close, Enemies Closer” premieres Monday, June 28th at 10 PM ET/PT on ABC Family.

Make It or Break It Season Two Promo

Source: JustJaredJr.

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June 8, 2010

Josie Loren and Cassie Scerbo: Beauty Secrets

The Make It or Break It stars reveal how they get in peek condition.

Josie Loren: "My motto is, "Everything in moderation." I eat healthy. I try to go to the gym a couple times a week to the gym. I take Tae Bo and yoga classes. I'm very, very active. I mean, we play gymnasts, so we have to look like gymnasts. We just do it in the healthiest way possible."

Cassie Scerbo: "I eat healthy and go to the gym. [But basically] you have to embrace what you have and love who you are. Be confident and feel wonderful in your own skin."

Thanks, Josie and Cassie! Great advice! Check back for more Q&A's with the "Make It or Break It" cast.

ALL-NEW episodes of Make It or Break It begin June 28 at 10/9c.

Source: ABC Family

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June 6, 2010

Cassie at the E! Television's 20th Birthday Celebration

Actress Cassie Scerbo arrives at the E! 20th anniversary party celebrating two decades of pop culture held at The London Hotel on May 24, 2010 in West Hollywood, California.

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May 26, 2010

Cassie Scerbo: Disco Glam Gal

Cassie Scerbo hit up AX Armani Exchange and ELLE's Joe Zee 'Disco Glam' soiree evening at AX Robertson Store in Los Angeles,CA.

Source: TeenCelebBuzz.com

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May 20, 2010

Cassie Scerbo: Savvy Magazine!

Source: WZRA-TV

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May 19, 2010

Josie Loren & Cassie Scerbo: Hair Pulling Pair

Josie Loren and Cassie Scerbo tap into their on-screen rivalry with a fake hair fight in the photobooth at the Disney-ABC Television Group Summer press junket in Burbank, Calif., last weekend.

Make It Or Break It is set to return to ABC Family next month and has gathered up some very cool guest stars.

Jessica Walter is set to play Lauren’s (Scerbo) grandmother and Olympic gold medalist Nastia Liukin as a commentator when the girls compete at a gymnastics meet in France.

Source: JustJaredJr.

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May 18, 2010

Cassie Scerbo - Disney & ABC Summer Press Junket

Make It Or Break It stars, Cassie Scerbo and Josie Loren were on hand for the Disney & ABC Television’s Summer Press Junket in Burbank,CA.

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April 29, 2010

'Make It or Break It' star visits Simi Valley's Platinum Gymnastics

On the ABC Family hit series “Make It or Break It,” actress Cassie Scerbo plays ultracompetitive gymnast Lauren Tanner, whose character is sometimes not too nice.

But several young gymnasts at Simi Valley’s Platinum Gymnastics confessed they are part of “Cassie’s biggest fan club” and have never missed an episode of the show, which follows the drama in the lives of Olympic gymnastic hopefuls.

Scerbo visited Platinum Gymnastics recently by invitation from her stunt double on the show, Jenny Hansen, a trainer there and 13-time All American gymnast. Hansen also was named the NCAA 25th Anniversary Most Outstanding Gymnast. The gymnasts crowded around 20-year-old Scerbo at the facility, where she signed autographs.

Jacalyn Delaplane, a 13-year-old student at Platinum, is such a fan of the show and its star that she made sure she was there Thursday. Earlier in the week, Delaplane was in the hospital recovering from a sports-related injury. “I’m a huge fan. I watch the show all the time. I really wanted to be here,” said Jacalyn, who took a photograph with the actress.

Simi Valley resident Tracy Steinberg watched as her 12-year-old son, Nick, waited patiently in line for an autograph.

“We have to watch the show together. He has a little bit of a crush on the whole cast, especially Cassie,” Steinberg said about her son, who is a Level 5 gymnast about to compete in a regional gymnastics competition.

Even 5-year-old Austin Schuler from Moorpark waited to meet the actress.

“She’s very pretty and nice,” Austin said.

“They’re making me blush. I love my fans, and this is one gym I love to support,” said Scerbo, who is also a pop singer and dancer who starred in the 2007 movie “Bring It On: In It to Win It.”

The large and enthusiastic turnout Thursday was not surprising to Dorina Timbol, who co-owns Platinum Gymnastics with trainer Tristian Rodriguez.

“Gymnastics is so popular, and many of the gymnasts love that a show about their favorite sport is on television,” Timbol said.

Platinum Gymnastics trains beginners to high performance gymnasts, and classes are available for boys and girls 18 months through 18 years.

Source: Ventura County Star

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April 16, 2010

Cassie attended OK! mag's Hollywood's Sexy Singles Party

Cassie Scerbo, Josie Loren, Chelsea Hobbs get dolled up as they attend OK! mag’s Hollywood’s Sexy Singles party held at Plush in Beverly Hills on Wednesday night (April 14).

Sponsored by Bebe and benefiting Music Unites, the trio caught up with DWTS pros Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower at the event.

The girls’ show, Make It or Break It, returns to ABC Family on June 28 @ 10PM ET/PT. Are you ready?

Source: JustJaredJr.

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April 12, 2010

Cassie guest stars on CSI: Miami - "Spring Breakdown"

SPRING BREAK RAISES THE BODY COUNT IN MIAMI, SPLITTING THE CSI TEAM UP TO SOLVE THREE DIFFERENT MURDERS, ON “CSI: MIAMI,” MONDAY, APRIL 12

“Spring Breakdown” – Spring Break raises the body count in Miami when the CSI team splits up to solve three different murders, on CSI: MIAMI, Monday, April 12 (10:01-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

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April 5, 2010

Miami Beach Birthday Bash!

Cassie Scerbo gets a birthday smooch from boyfriend costar Cody Longo as she celebrates her 20th at LIV at Fontainebleau in Miami Beach on Friday night (April 2).

Click here to check out the photos!

The 20-year-old Make It or Break It starlet, sucked on Sugar Factory lollipops throughout the night, recently covered NY/NJ’s Steppin’ Out magazine and dished on auditioning for Hannah Montana.

Cassie shared, “I was a part of the original screen test. It was between me and another girl. I won’t say her name but I guess they wanted to go a little bit younger, so they brought in new writers and producers. At the time, everyone was saying, ‘This is yours! This is yours!’ I actually had the contract in my hand. I still have it, but that’s when they decided to rewrite it and go younger.”

And what does she think of Miley Cyrus snagging the gig? “I think she was a great choice. She’s so talented and her dad is great too.”

Source: JustJaredJr.

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April 2, 2010

Behind the Scenes: Cassie Scerbo

Make It Or Break It

Behind the Scenes: Cassie Scerbo

What can she possibly have in common with Lauren? Cassie Scerbo explains.

Click here to watch the video at Break.com - http://www.break.com/tv-shows/make-it-or-break-it/behind-the-scenes-cassie-scerbo-1763816.html.

Source: Break.com

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April 2, 2010

Celeb Pets

Cassie + Gucci

Make It or Break It star Cassie Scerbo got a dog with BF Cody Longo and named her Gucci! She said that she wanted to be true to her love of shopping but since she and Cody are also both Italian, she wanted that to be represented, as well. Do you like the name? Dig or dis it below!

Source: Alloy

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March 10, 2010

Stars To Race For The Cure At Dodger Stadium

A bunch of celebrities will join 15,000 cancer charity supporters in pulling on their running shoes and joining the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Race For The Cure event at Dodger Stadium, LA, next week.

Stars such as Jessica Stroup (“90210”), Sharon Lawrence (“The Mentalist,” “NYPD Blue”), Marisa Coughlan (“Bones”), Aimee Garcia (“Trauma”), Ryan Kwanten (“True Blood”), James Kyson Lee (“Heroes”), Nia Long (Big Momma’s House, “The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air”), Amanda Righetti (“The Mentalist”), Cassie Scerbo (“Make It or Break It”, Bring It On: In It to Win It), Dr. Lisa Masterson (“Doctors”) will be walking the pink carpet and participating in the event on March 14.

The race will raise funds for the Susan G. Komen Los Angeles affiliate to provide both the medically underserved and uninsured populations in Los Angeles County with screening, diagnostic tests and treatments for breast cancer. This flagship fundraising event will also celebrate breast cancer survivorship and honor those who have lost their battle with the disease.

Source: Look To The Stars

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February 21, 2010

Inspire magazine goes on the set of "Make It or Break It"

Los Angele’s hot new pop/rock band “The Bolts” goes on the set of “Make It or Break It” to report for Inspire.

“Make It or Break It” is about teen gymnasts who are training for a shot at the Olympics. With perseverance and the average drama, the characters thicken their skin and fight for the win.

The Bolts were able to chat with actors Zachary Abel, Chelsea Hobbs, Johnny Pacar, Josie Loren, Neil Jackson, and Cassie Scerbo on their upcoming episodes. The cast members also share their funny Valentine’s Day stories. Check out the video for an Inspire exclusive!

Source: Inspire Magazine

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February 15, 2010

Cassie Talks About Working With Her Boyfriend

Real-life couple Cassie Scerbo and Cody Longo do NOT play boyfriend/girlfriend on Make It Or Break It. Far from it. So far this season, Cody's character has kissed Payson (Ayla Kell) and even flirted with Kaylie (Josie Loren).

We talked to Cassie last month and asked her character, Lauren Tanner, would get a love interest anytime soon.

"Lauren's prince charming is Carter," she says, talking about Zach Abel's character on the show. "If anyone out there knows that amazing feeling of having your first crush and being so in love with a boy, that's Lauren with Carter."

"In real life, Nicky Russo, who is Cody Longo, is my real boyfriend," she continues. "That's my real love interest, that's Cassie Scerbo's love interest. But Lauren's love interest is definitely Carter."

So what's it like when Ayla or Kayle shoot a romantic scene with her boyfriend? "We totally laugh about it," she says. "We all know each others' boyfriends and girlfriends -- we all hang out with each other on the weekend. You would think it would be so hard to deal with, but the girls and I are so close, we honestly just laugh about it."

Keep reading for Cassie's favorite Valentine's Day memory with Cody. And check out new photos from tonight's new episode below. Looks like Payson is going to undergo that risky back surgery after all (or maybe it's just a scan...or worse, a dream sequence).

Gallery: Make It Or Break It: 'Hope and Faith'

Cassie told us about the first Valentine's Day she spent with Cody:

"He's going to probably get mad at me because guys don't want their girls to tell these types of stories, but it's the cutest thing ever so I have to," she says. "He took me to this really amazing restaurant out on the ocean. Afterwards, he told me to close my eyes and he started driving and parked on this road by all these beautiful houses in Malibu. He said, 'Hold on one second, I'll be right back. Put on these.' He brought me his big sweatshirt and pair of sweat pants and I put them on and I'm like, 'Why am I putting on on his sweatshirt and sweat pants. What are we doing right now?' He came back and got me and we started walking -- he had me keep my eyes shut. All of a sudden, I feel myself walk into the sand. It was at night and all the stars were out and it was a private beach. He told me to look down and there was this giant heart made of candles."

Source: Just So You Know

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February 8, 2010

Cassie's iPod mastermix!

Every week on ABC Family's "Make It or Break It," Cassie Scerbo slays the crowd as Lauren Tanner a.k.a the bitch of the beam. Thanks to her back-breaking flips, mind-blowing tricks and quick witted quips Cassie ensures Lauren's routines are anything but routine. But as Cassie tells PopWrap, the driving force behind a lot of her performances is the perfect soundtrack.

"I love music ... period," she tells PopWrap. "From Madonna to Mariah, to Lil Wayne to Britney Spears, Foreigner, Rolling Stones and Elton John ("Tiny Dancer" rocks!), I find it to be such a blessing!"

So with that in mind, we tasked Cassie to compile her ultimate "get psyched" mix -- the 10 songs that'll vault her performance into the stratosphere.

Track 1: "Take My Lips" by Ferras
This year I was introduced to one of my favorite artists, by my boyfriend. The artist's name is Ferras. My number one iPod song right now would have to be "Take my Lips" by Ferras, his music just does something to me that's unexplainable, it's magical, and I love it even more because it's a song between my boyfriend and me.

Track 2: "Rush" by Ferras
Once again his voice just touches me in a way that not many musicians can ... he has a beautiful voice and you can truly see the passion he portrays with every note he hits at his live shows! He's just so incredibly talented.

Track 3: "Wonderwall" by Oasis
The amazing and talented Ryan Adams also sings an incredible version of it. The song takes me back to a place when my boyfriend and I started dating and he sang it to me while playing the guitar and now every time I hear it I get chills!

Track 4: "Empire State of Mind" by Jay-Z and Alicia Keys
Being born in New York, I have to represent! I love when this song comes on!!!

Track 5: Anything by Incubus
I've always know of them but my boyfriend has now got me hooked on them and I'm addicted. The lead singer, Brandon Boyd, is an amazing lyricist and he writes with such passion and spirituality. I love me some rock music and of course what girl doesn't love rockstars!

Track 6: Anything off Taylor Swift's album, "Fearless."
I would've picked a song but I can't decide because I love them all!! I definitely blast her music and scream it in the car, I don't care who's watching! I love that girl -- I feel she is a humbled, beautiful person with a heart of gold and I find her extremely talented to be able to write her own songs, sing them and play the guitar ... and she's only a year older than me! You go, girl!

Track 7: "Sexy Bitch" by Akon
"Oh She's a Diva!" I love that part! Hah .. I love singing that in the car as well

Track 8: "Everything," by Lifehouse
It's just a beautiful, deep song that brings me back to a time and place with my boyfriend. It's so crazy how listening to certain songs can just pull you back to a time and place, sense memory! It's crazy!

Track 9: "Forever" by Drake, Eminem and Lil Wayne
Another song to scream in the car :)

Track 10: "Closer" by Kings of Leon
I'm also obsessed with "Use Somebody." Great band ... I love the lead singer's raspy voice! Once again, who doesn't love a rockstar?

Cassie's Bonus Tracks:
And just a last note, I would have to say anything off of "In This Skin" by Jessica Simpson. Her songs on that album are some of my long-time faves, I love her. I find her to be wholesome, a woman of her faith and just beautiful! She doesn't try so hard to look "glamorous." She's a home-town girl and I love her! Oh, one more! I LOVE "You Got To Show Me Love" by Robin S!

"Make It or Break It" airs Mondays at 9 p.m. on ABC Family.

Source: New York Post

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February 5, 2010

Cassie Scerbo's Favorite Valentine's Day Memory

Cassie Scerbo, star of ABC Family's "Make it or Break It," sat down with Holidash to give us the scoop on her best Valentine's day, and what she and boyfriend Cody Longo will be doing this year.

What is your favorite Valentine's Day memory?
My current, long-time, boyfriend and co-star, Cody Longo definitely left an ever-lasting mark in my heart with one of my favorite valentines memories (besides the beautiful jewelry, teddy bears and candy my mom and dad got my siblings and I as children ...he surprised me a few years ago when I just moved out here and had no idea of my way around by taking me to Malibu Beach, to an amazing restaurant right on the water. Then, afterwards he drove me to the end of this road (which I had no idea where we were, because I had just moved), he parked and gave me a pair of sweats and a sweatshirt of his from the back seat and told me to put it on because it was cold out and that he'd be right back. I then got out... was taken behind these trees and all the sudden we were on this private beach. But that wasn't all, we kept walking and all of the sudden I looked down at the lower part of the sand and there was a huge heart made of red candles, glowing in the night. It was magical, and here we are years later! He rocks.

What is your worst Valentine's Day memory?
I don't have one, I try to enjoy every day I'm blessed with. Life is beautiful

What's the best gift you ever gave or received from a Valentine?
Love. Giving and receiving love is better than any pricey present I could ask for. But don't get me wrong, my boyfriend totally spoils me!..okay, and I spoil him too!

How do you plan on celebrating Valentine's Day this year?
I don't know just yet, I'm pretty spontaneous, as well is Cody...we're always surprising each other. Next year ... I'll let you know!

Do you have any Valentine's Day traditions?
Not really, just to love and be loved. Like I said, I love spontanaity, so surprises are more my thing each year. Now, if we were talking about Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Halloween etc., I'd have a ton of traditions to share, coming from a huge, beautiful, Italian family..

What's your ideal Valentine's Day?
Giving love and being love. Enjoying the blessing of my family, friends and boyfriend, of course.

You can see Cassie and Cody on ABC Family's "Make it or Break It."

Source: Holidash.com

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January 17, 2010

A Whirlwind Conversation with Make It or Break It's Tween Mean Girl, Cassie Scerbo

Cassie Scerbo is the modern version of a triple threat. A cable actress, pop singer and an accomplished dancer, her trifecta of skills have earned her roles in a number of projects including Bring It On: In It to Win It and currently, ABC Family’s second highest rated series Make It or Break It, where she plays Lauren Tanner, Rocky Mountain’s “bitch of the beam.” When she isn’t embodying one of the nastiest characters on ABC Family, the upbeat actress packs her schedule with voice overs, auditions, online college courses, church and a boyfriend, her Make It co-star Cody Longo.

Earlier this week, Movieline caught Scerbo in a rare moment off to discuss her Facebook death threats, an upcoming cameo in the Not Another parody movie co-starring Chevy Chase, and nearly everything in between. Although she was hoarse from a nonstop itinerary, the upswinging actress presented herself with the certainty of a star.

Your character on Make It or Break It is pure evil.
[Laughs] I guess that means I’m doing my job. If I’m getting death threats from little girls on Facebook, then I figure I’m succeeding at playing a bitch.

That must be a good release though. What’s the best part about playing the bitch?
I think just that it’s so different from any other character I’ve played. I get to come to work and be somebody completely different than what I’m used to playing. It’s a lot of fun to play someone mean and spicy.

Did you know right away that you wanted to play the mean girl?
Originally, I actually auditioned for the role of Payson [now played by Ayla Kell] and [the producers] brought me back and had me read for Lauren. [Laughs] Maybe it was the way I looked? I think I probably just did not seem as focused as Payson needed to be. Ayla plays that part the best so I think that it all worked out in the end.

It seems like Lauren is going to be more proactive this season in getting her way, especially considering the latest cortisone shot scandal. Can you talk about any other evil schemes your character has up her leotard?
It’s kind of funny, the best part about the whole cortisone thing is that the actor playing Nicky Russo, Cody [Longo] is my boyfriend in real life. It was so fun getting on set and being able to mess with him and I said, “You can’t get mad at me! I’m acting.” There’s definitely a lot more drama coming everyone’s way. There are a lot of twists and turns that everyone will be shocked by, especially with the Lauren-Carter-Kaylie love triangle. My character definitely comes between a few other people’s love interests. There are a lot of different things in store for the characters and I think it’s going to be a big surprise and of course, you have the whole world of gymnastics which is really exciting, especially seeing where Payson is going to wind up.

Have you gotten to meet a lot of real life gymnasts?
Oh yeah. Last season, we were all on set stretching and getting ready for a new scene and out of nowhere, one of our producers comes up to us and was like, “Guys, meet [Olympic gold medalist] Nastia Liukin.” And we were like, “What!” It was amazing because especially after all of the studying we had to do on our characters, just getting into that whole gymnastics realm of things — getting to see her was like seeing God.

Did she have any feedback for you guys?
She told us that she liked the show and we were hoping that she’d get to come on one of these days. I don’t know, we’ll have to see. She took pictures with us and was just really kind and sweet.

The production team does a really great job at simulating the gymnastics. Is there a lot of waiting around on set as you wait for your doubles to complete the stunts?
The producers have it mapped out pretty well but I think that might be why our shooting days tend to take a little longer than some other one-hour shows for teenagers. We love the days we have stunts though because we just get to watch. It’s like we’re working and watching an amazing gymnastics meet at the same time. All of our stunt doubles are national champions or have been on the Olympic team and they’re like super humans. It’s incredible.

Are there cliques on set — the gymnasts versus the actresses and actors that play gymnasts on TV?
No, everyone is very mature. A lot of our doubles are in their twenties and they are just very sweet women. Even within the cast, I don’t think we’ve had one argument in two seasons and that is something to be proud of. That does not happen often, especially with four girls. We get along great with our stunt doubles. We hang out on the weekends — all of us are really good friends.

Source: Movie Line

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January 15, 2010

Cassie Scerbo: Balance Beam Beauty

Cassie Scerbo gets ready for a routine on the balance beam in this new still from Make It or Break It.

In the upcoming episode, “Are We Having Fun Yet?,” As The Rock gets ready for the annual Open House, Payson (Ayla Kell) struggles through her first days of high school.

“Are We Having Fun Yet?” premieres Monday, January 25 @ 9PM ET/PT on ABC Family.

It was recently announced that MIOBI has been renewed for a second season this summer. During the season premiere, the series ‘made it’ in just about every possible demographic.

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January 4, 2010

Make It or Break It: Preview of Episode 11 "The Eleventh Hour"

Winning the National Gymnastics competition during the mid-season finale of Make It or Break It spells celebration for the girls, and even more excitement for fans who have been waiting for the show's return. But on tonight's episode, things aren't as clear as the ice.

"The Eleventh Hour" has the girls facing the aftermath of the competition. Payson (Ayla Kell) is struggling with the back injury she sustained, and finds herself troubled by how detached she's become from her family and friends.

Meanwhile, the others deal with the consequences of fame. The spotlight's on Kaylie (Josie Lopez) who is thrust towards the public eye. Joining her is Nicky Russo (Cody Longo), who won the silver medal on the Men's National.

Emily (Chelsea Hobbs) and Lauren (Cassie Scerbo) have also landed spots on the National Team, leaving Payson behind. She becomes increasingly depressed knowing how she can't celebrate with her friends, in addition to the physical pain she's experiencing.

She does, however, get the undivided attention of Kim (Peri Gilpin), who helps nurse her back to health. Being the mom she is, she isn't one to shy away from her responsibilities. Speaking of mothers, Chloe (Susan Ward) teams up with Summer (Candace Cameron Bure) to help run The Rock.

Still, there's some unfinished business for the Make It or Break It gang. When Nicky returns to Payson's locker to remove the cortisone, he is discovered by Lauren. She tells him she's already kept it safe, but is their secret safe with her?

As for some good news, Damon (Johnny Pacar) invites Emily over for another celebration at the Pizza Shack. He has already planned out their romantic evening, right to the moment he takes off for Los Angeles. Unfortunately, Razor (Nico Tortorella) interrupts their time together and insists Damon come with him.

Here's the trailer for tonight's installment, "The Eleventh Hour."

Don't forget to catch the return of Make It or Break It with the episode "The Eleventh Hour" as it airs tonight at 9pm on ABC Family.

Source: BuddyTV

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December 19, 2009

Popstar Magazine Chats with Cassie at Variety's Power of Youth event!

Popstar! chats with "Make It Or Break It" star Cassie Scerbo at Variety's Power of Youth event!

Source: PopstarMagazine's Channel

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December 15, 2009

Cassie's Christmas Blog on ABC Family

cassie scerbo LOVES christmas!

Posted Mon, 12/07/2009 - 16:12 — Make It Or Break It

We chatted with the "Make It or Break It" star about all things merry.

Guess what we found out? Cassie Scerbo ADORES Christmas, and her spirit is totally contagious. Just try not to get caught up in it.

abcfamily.com: Other than home, of course, where would be your dream place to celebrate the holidays?

Cassie Scerbo: In Italy! My native country! I'd love to see how others celebrate overseas, especially the country of my ancestors.

abcfamily.com: What's your all-time favorite holiday memory?

Cassie: My big brother waking me up every Christmas morning and us waking up our big sis and seeing all the presents under the tree. It's magical. There's nothing like the spirit of Christmas morning -- being around the tree with my family!

abcfamily.com: What do you want for Christmas this year?

Cassie: Being with my family, and that all of us are healthy and happy. That's the biggest blessing I could ever ask for. As for the fun stuff? Hmmmm. I did want cute clothes, but giving is definitely way more fun for me! I can't wait for my family to open their presents!

abcfamily.com: Got any New Year's resolutions? Care to share?

Cassie: My New Year's resolution is to stop over-analyzing things in life and to just continue to be free and happy! Also, to help grow my nonprofit organization called Nothing's Impossible.

abcfamily.com: What was your favorite holiday tradition growing up?

Cassie: Christmas Eve! I'm 100% Italian, so the tradition is that my mother cooks about 15 different fish dishes on Christmas Eve (and of course some chicken cutlets and pasta) and my whole family comes over to dine, laugh, and be merry!

Thanks, Cassie. Buon Natale! (That's Italian for "Merry Christmas!")

Watch the full-length "What's Next" video and see which "Make It or Break It" star knows the carols best.

Watch full episodes of "Make It or Break It." Right here. Right now.

Get ready for all-new episodes of "Make it or Break it ," premiering Monday, January 4 at 9/8c.

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June 2, 2009

Candace Cameron Joins Cassie Scerbo in "Make It or Break It"

Joining Cassie Scerbo on her new show "Make It or Break It" on ABC Family premiering June 22nd is Candace Cameron Bure, from the popular 1990's sitcom "Full House," the show that incidentally launched the Olson Twins' career.

Joining Scerbo and Bure on "Make It or Break It" are Peri Gilpin, Susan Ward, Chelsea Hobbs, Rosa Blasi, Ayla Kell, Josie Loren and Zachary Burr Abel.

Source: Buddy TV

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April 21, 2009

Cassie Scerbo's New Show "Make It or Break It" - June 22, 2009

Cassie Scerbo's new show on ABC Family premieres June 22nd! "Make It or Break It" follows a group of teen Olympic gymnastic hopefuls as they train and prepare for their day in the spotlight.

Watch the teaser trailer here.

Source: www.cassiescerbo.com

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September 19, 2008

Stepping Out-of-the Box Sky High!

In an interview with Kris Ashton of Gameplayer.com, Cassie talked about her new DVD movie Bring It On: In It To Win It. Cassie plays Brooke, an uber-competitive "meanie" who does some pretty amazing sky high jumps in this super sized version of the popular Bring It On franchise. "It was fun to step out of the box and be able to have an attitude and bring out that east coast New York girl. Because I'm originally from New York myself," says Cassie. Although Cassie's the opposite of Brooke in terms of attitude, Cassie did her own stunts and truly embodied her character through the high-powered cheerleading routines.

Source: gameplayer.com

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September 19, 2008

Accentuating Her New York Side

(Becki H., Editorial Director of MyYearBook.com, trekked it from New York to Florida during the filming of Cassie's new movie Bring It On: In It To Win It.)

A native New Yorker, Cassie moved to Florida when she was younger, but considers New York home. "New York will always be a huge part of me and my favorite place in the world!" In portraying Brooke, the captain of the East High Jets, Cassie took from her own roots the attitude and even the accent of a New Yorker with an attitude. "Where you're from is a large part of who you are and luckily we are from the same state . . . So I had the mentality on point and even a taste of my old accent!" said Cassie.

Source: MyYearBook.com

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September 19, 2008

Livin' out Her Dreams

Young, energetic and passionate Cassie Scerbo is on top of the world with the Slumber Party Girls (SPG). During the group's promotional tour in New York City, writer David Itzkoff of The New York Times chatted with Cassie and the rest of the girls about fame and being in SPG.

The "preternaturally poised 16 year-old," as Itzhoff referred to Cassie, likes her Juicy Couture sweats coordinated with Versace sunglasses. Cassie's style's embodies her fun-loving, effervescent personality. "Since I was a little girl, I've always wanted to be a megastar, not just a superstar," Cassie said. Indeed, Cassie and her band mates all have a passion for performing. "I always say, there's people that want it really, really, really bad, and then there's people who just cannot live without it. That's me," said Cassie.

Source: New York Times

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September 19, 2008

This Babe of the Day Does Her Own Stunts

IGN Entertainment recently named Cassie as DVD Babe of the Day. “Cheerleaders are hot. And Cassie Scerbo, today’s Babe of the Day, re-enforces that absolute,” says IGN.com in a recent article about Cassie’s new DVD movie Bring It On: In It To Win It. Cassie is poised for a promising film career and “is going places with a lot of fans in tow,” IGN.com comments. Touted as a “babe-fest,” the movie features high-adrenaline cheers that will please Bring It On Fans of all ages and genders.

Cassie epitomizes the perfect synergy of being a girly girl and a tomboy by accomplishing the challenging cheer routines and the high jumps required during the shoot. Cassie had a great time and even took in some extra rehearsals with some of the actual cheerleaders in the film. With the success of the Bring It On franchise, Cassie brings in her own brand of energy in the movie that definitely takes things up a notch. She’s IGN’s babe of the day, but she’s a powerhouse of energy everyday.

Source: ign.com

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September 19, 2008

The routines might have been tough, but for Cassie the hardest part of the film was being away from her family. “I’m very family oriented . . . especially because I have a huge Italian family from New York. So it’s hard for us to be apart,” says Cassie. With a passion for performing that is perhaps unrivaled in the industry, Cassie got through the tough times and definitely had a lot of fun in the end.

Source: MovieWeb

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September 19, 2008

Cassie Test Drives EA’s New Burnout Paradise

Cassie did some pre-Valentine’s day celebrating with some friends at the Electronic Arts “Burnout Paradise Game with Fame Valentine’s Day” event on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network on February 12, 2008. Xbox LIVE Gold members got a chance to play against Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt, stars of MTV’s The Hills. The Burnout Paradise game promises intense racing action for adrenaline seeking gamers. Since Cassie is a bit of a daredevil herself, she had a great time mingling with the stars who attended the event and most of all getting the chance to play Burnout Paradise. She was also dressed for action in jeans and boots, but a bit of her girly side showed with a feminine ruffled blouse.

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

Cassie Attends Nicole Khristine Launch Party

Cassie shows her sophisticated, feminine side at the Nicole Khristine Launch party at Social in Hollywood, CA on February 7, 2008. Nicole Khristine jewelry was showcased at the event along with great food all to benefit the Clothes off our Back Foundation, a 501c3 organization that hosts charity auctions of the hottest celebrity attire with the proceeds going to children’s charities. Cassie had a great time mingling at the star-studded event. Attendees included Rachel Hunter, Cheryl Hines, Tatyana Ali, Snoop Dogg, and founder Jane Kaczmarek just to name a few. It was a thrill for Cassie to be a part of an event that brings positive change for children. With Cassie’s philosophy of “Nothing’s Impossible” she’s been an inspiration to many of her fans and she hopes to continue that message by supporting events like this.

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week

Cassie had a great time admiring the fashion at day three of the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios, where fashion designers presented their Fall 2008 collections. Also attending were Lauren Conrad, Audrina Patridge, and Paris Hilton with Benji Madden. The LA fashion scene had never been as exciting as it was at this show!

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

Shoes for Stars

Cassie wore a fantastic pair of shoes when she attended the launch party for Shoes for the Stars on April 8th in Los Angeles. Also attending the event were Shar Jackson, American Idol’s Justin Guarini and Kimberly Caldwell, and Shoes for the Stars owner Jacob Meir, who let Cassie keep the shoes!

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

One Two Many Premiere

Cassie arrives at the premiere of National Lampoon’s “One, Two, Many” in Los Angeles on April 10th.Also attending were The Tonight Show’s John Melendez, who wrote and produced, as well as Bellamy Young, Kim and Khloe Kardashian, and Jay Leno.

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

Cassie signed autographs and reveled in the festivities of the 50th Annual Garden Grove Strawberry Festival during Memorial Day Weekend (May 23 –May 26). The event celebrated 50 years of fun and giving, and is the largest city festival in the United States. Cassie rode in the parade along with the Celebrity Grand Marshall, Oscar winner Martin Landau, and enjoying the rides, contests and live entertainment!

Source: Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

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September 19, 2008

In Touch Weekly and Ish Party

Cassie attends the In Touch Weekly and Ish Entertainment Summer Stars Party on May 22. Paris Hilton, tennis star Jan Michael Gamble and “Bring It On: Bring It To Win It” co-star Michael Copon attended the red carpet event at Social Hollywood.

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September 19, 2008

Don't Mess with the Zohan Premier

Cassie arrives at the “Don’t Mess With The Zohan” premiere on May 28. Along with stars Adam Sandler and Emmanuelle Chriqui, SNL alums David Spade and Rob Schneider came to the Grauman’s Chinese Theater for the debut of the summer blockbuster.

Source: Wire Image - Cassie Scerbo

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September 19, 2008

Grand Opening of Strike

Cassie hit the lanes at the VIP only opening of ”Strike,” the hippest bowling alley in the OC.

Along with Quinn Fry of “The Real Housewives of Orange County,” Jonathan Bennett of “The Dukes of Hazzard” and Justice from “American Gladiator,” Cassie spent the evening rolling spares and strikes with neon flared bowling balls and glow-in-the- dark pins.

Source: Orange County Register

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September 19, 2008

Merv Griffin Village Event

The Childhelp USA's Merv Griffin Village second annual Ray Cham Hollywood Day at The Merv Griffin Village of Childhelp West. Check out pictures of Justin with Anna Maria Perez de Tagle (Hannah Montana, Camp Rock), Justin Martin (High School Musical 3: Senior Year), and more.

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