The Biggest Hudson Valley Celebrity News Of 2023

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — You won't find maps to the stars on sale in the Hudson Valley. You're far more likely to spot a celebrity at the grocery store than from a double-decker tour bus, but that doesn't mean we don't take notice when our our famous neighbors make the news.

Here are the biggest Hudson Valley celebrity stories of 2023.

Martha Stewart's Peacocks Are Famous, But They Aren't For Everyone

Veterinarian Athena Gaffud of Honest Paws shares the pros and cons of having a peacock as a pet, including sleep-deprived neighbors.

Mariah Carey Spotted On The Dragon Coaster At Playland This Weekend

The celebrity visitor has a special connection to the iconic amusement park — the more things change, the more they stay the same.

Nina Simone Honored With Her Own Street At Renaming

The legendary artist, performer and civil rights activist lived in a nearby Mount Vernon home from 1961-1974.

Bedford's Brendan Fraser Wins Critics' Choice Best Actor Award

In an emotional, tearful acceptance speech, Fraser said that director Darren Aronofsky "found" him in the "wilderness."

New Rochelle Walk Of Fame Loses A Star: First Black Action Hero Dies

Richard Roundtree, the New Rochelle actor who redefined cool for a generation, has died at age 81.

Richard Gere, Alejandra Silva Enjoy A Date With Maria in New Rochelle

You never know who you might spot while dining out in Westchester, especially when you visit a popular Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant.

Hey, It's Just Her, Paula Poundstone, Bringing Laughs To Peekskill

The comedian has a weekly podcast and is a regular on NPR's "Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!"

Cluxatawney Henrietta To Predict If There Will Be An Early Spring

At ceremony at Muscoot Farm, the hen will decide whether there will be six more weeks of winter by laying an egg — or not.

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