Recognizing Bobby Zarem

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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Bobby Zarem of Georgia's First District for his decades of influence as a legendary publicist.

Mr. Zarem is known for helping launch the careers of well-known celebrities like Arnold Schwarzenegger and John Travolta, and spearheading publicity for movies such as Saturday Night Fever and Dances with Wolves to root them in American cinematic history.

He eventually created Zarem Incorporated in New York, which is now one of the most successful public relations and publicity businesses in the country.

Notably, he was the creative genius behind the ``I Love New York'' campaign, which is now advertised on t-shirts and hats throughout the world.

Although much of his success was on Broadway and Hollywood, Mr. Zarem has been a pillar in making his hometown of Savannah the artistic and cinematic success it is today.

He was given the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Savannah Film Festival to recognize his outstanding accomplishments throughout his life.

I want to congratulate Mr. Zarem on making Savannah proud, and I wish him the best of luck in all his endeavors to come.

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