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Sprint Audiovox representatives describe the features of Sprint's PCS CDM 9155 to actor and wrestler Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. He liked the phone so much, he set up service immediately! 'N Sync's Joey Fatone pulled out his own Sprint phone, exclaiming "You've already got me hooked!"

Constance Marie was already familiar with Lingerie by Jessica, purveyor of exquisite European designer lingerie. Upon seeing the display, she screamed "Oh, I love your stuff!" John Ritter and Amy Yasbeck shop the showroom through LingeriebyJessica.com.

George Lopez with the People's Choice Awards thank you gifts

The retreat was elegantly furnished in a calming Oriental theme arranged by Malibu-based design company Celadon.

At top, t.v. stars George Lopez and

Treat Williams pose with an authentic 17th century Buddha brought in for the event.

Nintendo recently won a few awards of their own. The company walked away with seven major awards for superior achievement at the 2003 Interactive Achievement Awards, held at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas. Nintendo was also asked to supply Game Cubes at the Sundance Film Festival Gift Retreat. Everyone was thrilled with the easy to transport Game Cube and games, now a staple in many on-set trailers. Good Morning, Miami star Mark Feuerstein exclaimed, "I love Nintendo! This is going directly into my dressing room so I can play at work!"

Aquamassage provides the ultimate in hydrotherapy relaxation. The water massage chamber unit was also displayed at the Billboard Music Awards and quickly gained several big fans, including music superstar Nelly, who crawled right into the chamber!

Stylish yet functional, therapeutic gemstones from Gemisphere were a favorite among the a-list visitors. Perhaps these CSI stars have uncovered the mystery behind the stones' powerful benefits. From top left: Emily Procter & Adam Rodriguez (CSI: Miami); Gary Dourdan (CSI: Las Vegas) and friend; multiple styles of Gemisphere's necklaces; Jorga Fox (CSI: Crime Scene Investigation).

Worn by celebrities, including Janel Maloney and Kristin Davis, to major Hollywood events, Erica Courtney Jewelers displayed several new designs. The jewelry designer was also invited to participate in the Billboard Music Awards gift retreat, where Queen Latifah and Nelly found sophisticated rings and earrings they loved.

Backstage Creations was the only choice to coordinate a comfortable setting for celebrities to retreat to while waiting behind-the-scenes at the People's Choice Awards on January 12, 2003. Backstage Creations also arranged vendor participation, giving the stars a unique opportunity to explore and receive new products and services, which they might consider for future purchases. Representatives from Celadon, AquaMassage, Erica Courtney, Sprint, Nintendo, Garrett Popcorn, Crabtree & Evelyn, Spa 415, Lingerie By Jessica, Gemisphere (right) and JenStone Malibu (below) introduced a wide variety of items to the stars in a personal one-on-one setting.

Jenstone Malibu designer Jennifer Serig's collection of hand crafted belts are simply hot, hot, hot. Made with pristine Swarovski crystals, they are the must have fashion accessory. In addition to her signature designs, Jen creates custom buckles tailor made to fit a star's personality or project. Joey Fatone (above with Nia Vardalos) loved the Greek design made for My Big Fat Greek Wedding's cast, but the avid collector of all things Superman went nuts over Jen's Superman buckle. Likewise, CSI heartthrob George Eads (pictured above left with Jennifer) was pleased as punch with the custom buckle Jen made for him, representing his home state of Texas. Fellow cast member Robert David Hall found a winning combination, 21, a natural for one whose work is based in Las Vegas. Lovebirds John Ritter and Amy Yasbeck went for a more romantic statement, a solid red heart.

Spa 415 of Beverly Hills offers an escape to a tranquil respite providing exceptional service and unsurpassed expertise to renew your youthful glow and vitality. Without A Trace star Anthony LaPaglia learns about the microcurrent facial and photorejuvenation treatments, just two of the technologically advanced expert services offered at Spa 415, while Nia Vardalos (above) samples the salon's beauty products and sterilized implements.

Crabtree & Evelyn, renowned around the world for beautiful gifts and everyday luxuries, gave the celebrities items from the soothing Le Source product line. Nia Vardalos told us she regularly uses the Le Source Hand Recovery Creme while Treat Williams revealed "it wouldn't be Christmas at our house without Crabtree and Evelyn!" Pamela Anderson is also a fan.

Chicago-based Garrett Popcorn Shops satisfied the masses with their famous Caramel Crisp and Cheese Corn popcorns, two items from the product line of this third-generation family-owned business. Since opening their doors in 1949, Garrett Popcorn Shop customers have included such stars as Oprah Winfrey and Bonnie Hunt, who said "Oh my God! Chicago! I've stood in your line!" Everybody Loves Raymond star Peter Boyle couldn't wait to get his Chicago-inspired tin home to eat this can't-put-down treat.

8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter's Kaley Cuoco (right), trying out the Sprint PCS CDM9155, seems surprised to see her TV dad draped in sexy lingerie! Snacking on that wonderful Garrett Popcorn will calm her down.

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