55+ Magazine Publisher and Geriatric Specialist Humberto Fortuna announces the celebrity to appear on the cover of the January 2012 issue of 55+ Magazine will be Oscar- and Golden Globe-winning actor Louis Gossett Jr.

In the cover interview, Gossett discusses his upbringing in a multi-cultural, post-Depression New York City, how racial discrimination in Hollywood affected him, and how his family and friends helped him overcome hardship and achieve success, as recounted in his autobiography, An Actor and a Gentleman.

55+ Magazine is the preferred free bilingual publication in Southeast Florida, written specifically with the 55+ age group in mind. In addition to the cover story on Louis Gossett Jr., articles in this issue include “The Sheriff’s Corner” by Broward County Sheriff Al Lamberti; “How to make yourself happy” by Cynthia Segal; and an article about the new SAGE (Seniors & Advocacy for GLBT Elders) center in New York City for LGBT seniors.

Each month 55+ Magazine features an interview with a celebrity who embodies the spirit of living well at 55 and over. Past cover stars include singer Julio Iglesias, actress Joan Collins, entertainer Rita Moreno, singer Dionne Warwick, TV star and singer Lynda Carter, and most recently, actress and fashion maven Jaclyn Smith.

55+ Magazine also features with information on services, assistance, resources and products for baby boomers, seniors, caregivers and healthcare professionals, including assisted living, adult day care centers, hospitals, hospice providers and nursing home directories.

55+ Magazine is distributed in over 180 CVS stores and over 350 Walgreens drugstores, hospitals, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, social service agencies and organizations for older adults in Southeast Florida.

55+ Magazine is also the professional network system of choice in Southeast Florida, assisting professionals and businesses to target the 55+ market effectively and successfully.

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