Brande Roderick Celebrates Best Director Win With Surprise Luncheon From Friends
Former Playboy model turned filmmaker honored by close circle for her 'Wineville' achievement
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Brande Roderick, the actress and entrepreneur known for her work in entertainment, has something new to celebrate. The former Playboy Playmate turned filmmaker recently took to Instagram to share her gratitude after friends organized a surprise luncheon to celebrate her Best Directress win from Film Threat for her movie “Wineville.”
In a heartfelt post, Roderick expressed her emotions about the special gathering. “Still so touched by the surprise luncheon my amazing friends threw for my Best Directress win from @filmthreat for @winevillemovie,” she wrote. The actress gave special recognition to someone named Teann, whom she called “the beautiful mastermind” behind organizing the celebration.
The Instagram carousel showcases eight photos from the event, featuring Roderick surrounded by friends, celebration decor, and gifts. In several images, Roderick can be seen smiling with her friends at what appears to be a restaurant gathering. Other photos show thoughtful gifts she received, including flowers and congratulatory items.
Roderick appears genuinely moved by the gesture, concluding her caption with, “The love, the laughs, the sweet gifts… I’m beyond grateful!”
For those who have followed Roderick’s career, this directorial achievement represents a significant professional evolution. According to her Wikipedia page, Roderick first rose to prominence as Playboy’s Playmate of the Month for April 2000 and later became the Playmate of the Year in 2001.
Her entertainment career expanded beyond modeling to include acting roles in films and television. She appeared in shows like “Baywatch Hawaii” and competed twice on Donald Trump’s “The Celebrity Apprentice.” Fans might also remember her comedic cameo in the 2004 film “Starsky & Hutch,” which she recently highlighted on her Instagram with the caption, “Starsky & Hutch (2004) 😂 Did you know that was me?”
“Wineville,” the film that earned Roderick the directorial recognition, appears to be a thriller with dark themes. In a trailer she shared on Instagram in March, Roderick warned viewers about the content with: “⚠️ WARNING: Not for the faint of heart. Viewer discretion is advised.”
The film was released digitally on September 10th across platforms including Amazon, Apple TV/iTunes, Google Play, YouTube Movies, and others. While specific plot details aren’t extensively shared in Roderick’s posts, the title and promotional materials suggest a suspenseful narrative.
This directorial achievement marks a significant milestone in Roderick’s career transformation from model and actress to filmmaker. The Film Threat recognition validates her work behind the camera, suggesting a successful transition into this new creative role.
The surprise celebration organized by Roderick’s friends demonstrates the strong support system she has built throughout her career. In recent Instagram posts, Roderick has been actively sharing other aspects of her professional life, including photoshoots with Ring My Bell Co, a company she frequently tags in her content.
One recent post shows her working with Dr. Tiffany Moon from “Real Housewives of Dallas,” indicating Roderick maintains connections across the entertainment industry. She captioned that photo: “Throwback to an unforgettable shoot for @ringmybelleco with the stunning @tiffanymoonmd and the incredibly talented @jimjordanphotography ✨💕 What a dream team!”
The Best Directress win appears to be opening a new chapter in Roderick’s diverse career. From her days as a Playboy Playmate to her time on reality television and now as an award-winning director, Roderick continues to evolve professionally.
In April, Roderick shared Easter photos with the caption, “Happy Easter! 🌸🐣 May your day be full of love, laughter, sunshine… and maybe a little wine 🍷😉,” showcasing her personal side alongside her professional achievements.
The heartfelt celebration with friends for her directorial achievement suggests that while Roderick has traveled far from her early modeling days, she maintains close relationships that support her continued growth and success in entertainment.
For fans of Roderick, the Best Directress award offers a glimpse of what may be the next significant phase in her entertainment career, with “Wineville” serving as her formal debut as a filmmaker worthy of industry recognition.
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