Gene is a 16-year-old whose many interests keep him very busy. From theatrical set design to acting to music, Gene is interested in many things, including baking and decorating cakes. When his younger sister introduced him to the TLC toon Cake Boss, starring Buddy Valastro, Gene was immediately hooked.

“I just think he’s cool,” zei Gene. “I’ve always wanted to meet him.”

So, when Gene was gegeven the chance to have any wish he wanted granted, it came as no surprise that Gene asked to meet Buddy, the Cake Boss; this chance to wish was made possible through international children’s...