For all of you character assassins, I would like to share with you the John Romano I know. There is good and bad in all of us. I have known John since he was in his mid twenties. We have lost track of each other on and off over the years. I haven't seen him for at least ten years but hope one of you will help put me back in touch with him during this difficult time.
John was a good friend. He was the contractor and investor on many real estate deals. He always had a great attitude, sense of humor and that twinkle in his eye that indicated mischief.
Many of you don't know this. John attended the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park, New York, where he became an incredible cook and also learned a lot about nutrition. He was chef at many fine restaurants. The meals he cooked for my parties and dinners for me and my wife were incredible. He had a real way with deserts and, of course, italian food. He could take an almost empty cupboard and make a great meal.
John loved automobiles. He built a classic sports car from the ground up in one of my garages. He just knew how.
John and Shelley lived in the guest house of my home in Malibu from 1990-1994. Shelley was the apple of John's eye. He cared for her dearly. He made sure she ate the right stuff, didn't kill herself training, and was the best she could be, and she was. He doted over her. They were madly in love. I saw them everyday, so I could observe. She was ecstatic when he asked her to marry him. I threw their wedding reception in Mexico. They loved Mexico. News magazine interviews with Shelley were held in my house and John made sure that she was relaxed for them. They used sign language a lot and he and Shelley were able to communicate privately and publicly that way. He had her back.
John has a wicked sense of humor. He is extremely articulate, as you can see in his articles. He is very, very smart. Don't ever count him out. He will be back, stronger than ever, with a better forum for his thoughts.
Our hearts go out to Shelley's family. She was a very special, engaging, and beautiful girl. To a certain extent, John helped he realize that.
If any of you have information as to where I might contact John, I would appreciate your help.
I have not attempted to change any of your minds but merely show you a side to John that you may never have known about.