As a familiar face and voice to thousands of people in the Tampa Bay area, entertainer Ann Poonkasem has already made a solid name for herself in the community. A multi-talented inspiration for many, this rare and genuine person is destined for much greater. They say that people who have professions in all trades are masters of none. For most, that's actually true. For a select few, the stereotype has no basis. You see, there are some who not only have the talent to back up what they do, but they also realize that it takes sacrifice, training, time, and hard work to translate that talent into real skill. The result is a powerhouse who excels in every career that they pursue. Ann is one of those rare people, and the impressive things that she has done can only be eclipsed by the potential that she possesses. She is truly destined to expand her career far beyond her Tampa Bay origins.
Actually, to say Tampa Bay is her origin would be a bit incorrect. Ann was born in New York, and grew up in the Tampa Bay area with a loving family. Ann was always on the gifted side, and she excelled academically. Her first steps toward her future as an entertainer, however, emerged when she began competing in pageants.
Ann is presently a singer, model, actress, and a television host. She resides and works out of Tampa Bay, Florida.

Ann was featured in this Summer's NBC reality show "I Want to be a Hilton". Here are some great people that she met along the way.

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With Matt and Natalie from NBC's "Tommy Lee Goes to College"

Cast and crew of NBC's "I Want to be a Hilton"

Some cast members with Rick and Kathy Hilton

Ann with Rick Hilton

Ann with Kathy Hilton

Ann with NBC Reality TV contestants from "Average Joe" and "The Contender"

UPDATED 10/21/08