On Monday night, former Governor Andrew Cuomo attended the 30th anniversary party of Fresco by Scotto, a popular family restaurant in New York City. The event was filled with excitement and speculation, as guests couldn’t help but ask Cuomo if he has plans to run for mayor. While the topic was brought up numerous times, Cuomo seemed focused on shifting the conversation whenever directly asked about his political ambitions.
Despite Cuomo’s attempts to deflect the mayoral run inquiries, it was clear that attendees at the Scotto anniversary party expressed their admiration and longing for the former governor. According to sources, people repeatedly mentioned how much they missed him in the political arena. The room was filled with murmurs and whispers about the possibility of Cuomo stepping into the mayoral race.
The VIP celebration at Fresco by Scotto brought together an array of notable celebrities. Among the attendees were Tony Danza, best known for his role in the hit sitcom “Who’s the Boss?”, and Equinox CEO Harvey Spevak. Fox5 anchor Bianca Peters and Cardinal Timothy Dolan were also spotted at the event. Dolan even arrived before the party officially started to extend his well wishes to the Scotto family matriarch, Marion.
The Scotto anniversary party provided the perfect opportunity for reunions and catch-ups. Notably, there was a “Today” show reunion between Katie Couric and Al Roker. Roker attended the event with his wife, ABC News anchor Deborah Roberts. The evening also saw a gathering of Rosanna Scotto’s Fox 5 colleagues, giving the party a vibrant atmosphere reminiscent of being on the set of “Good Day New York.”
The guest list for the Scotto anniversary party was diverse and included numerous well-known individuals. Tashanea Whitlow, Ryan Kristafer, Audrey Puente, Nick Gregory, Ines Rosales, Mike Woods, Tina Cervasio, and Cristal Young were among the attendees from Fox 5. Other notable names present at the event included Lew Leone, Joe Dorrego, Erica Keane, and Baruch Shemtov.
As the evening drew to a close, speculation about Andrew Cuomo’s potential mayoral run continued to buzz throughout the room. While Cuomo may have attempted to shift the conversation, the energy and excitement surrounding the topic were undeniable. Only time will tell if Cuomo decides to make a bid for mayor, but for now, guests at the Fresco by Scotto’s 30th anniversary party were left with a mix of curiosity and nostalgia for the former governor.