The Greatest Hoax Of All Time? Jul 16, 2009
In 2002, leading conspiracy theorist and filmmaker Bart Sibrel confronted astronaut Buzz Aldrin at a Beverly Hills Hotel, calling the second man to walk on the moon "a coward and a liar and a thief.". That prompted the spry then-72-year-old Aldrin to punch the much larger Sibrel, 37, square in the face. (Click2Houston, TX)
Making history Jul 10, 2009
O'Neill's picture of Faye Dunaway relaxing by the pool at the Beverly Hills Hotel, the day after winning her Oscar in 1977, became iconic. The pair later married, then divorced, leaving O'Neill wary of being on the other side of the lens. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
No "Respect" in Obama's Gay Rights Record Jul 7, 2009
Dozens of gay rights protesters demonstrate outside the Beverly Hills hotel, where U.S. President Barack Obama attended a Democratic Party fundraiser in Beverly Hills, Calif. on Wednesday, May 27, 2009. (CBS News)
Edwards Urged Him to Claim Baby, Aide Says Jul 1, 2009
Edwards reluctantly admitted the romance to ABC News in August after The National Enquirer caught him in Hunter's Beverly Hills hotel a couple of weeks previously. Edwards had vehemently denied the allegations initially, calling them "tabloid trash.". (The Pilot Newspaper)
Archive: Michael in the mirror Jun 26, 2009
Onlookers at the Beverly Hills Hotel strain to glimpse Jackson as a path is cleared and he's swiftly ushered into a bungalow, his face concealed under a hat, sunglasses and black surgical mask. He spends 40 minutes "settling in," as Green puts it. (USA Today -- Life)
FARRAH LIKELY TO NOD YES TO WED, NO... Jun 23, 2009
A bungalow at the Beverly Hills Hotel was rented last week for Barbara Walters' "20/20" sit-down. Although suffering with flu at the time, considering all the arrangements had been made, Ryan came, chatted and remained upbeat despite the fact that he himself was not well. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Fraud pops up in BNI Asabee probe Jun 23, 2009
met at Beverly Hills Hotel at Asylum Down, in Accra, part of the agenda was to cause a series of agitation that they believed would make the ruling government unpopular. The attempt by former Information Minister, Mr. Stephen Asamoah-Boateng to beat the immigration of this country, on Sunday, June 14, might well have been in fulfillment of an option that the 'Beverly Hills mafia' came up with on that fateful June 5, 2009 meeting - that some of their folks explored seeking political asylum. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
9 spots where big music stars stayed and played Jun 16, 2009
Dorchester CollectionWelcome to the Hotel Californiawhile the lyric itself is merely a metaphor for the decadence of the Los Angeles music scene, the Beverly Hills Hotel is the actual location used for the cover of the Eagles' landmark album ... Also included on our list are the Phoenix Hotel, a San Francisco favorite of Pearl Jam, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and numerous others, just steps from many of the city's top nightclubs; the Beverly Hills Hotel, whose world-famous Polo Lounge attracts... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Octomom Nadya Suleman Admits She 'Screwed Up Her Life' Jun 6, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- Rachelle Spector arrived for lunch at the Beverly Hills Hotel with one French-manicured hand gripping a hot pink Blackberry. SAN DIEGO -- A 30-year-old Marine accused of shaking and dropping his infant son 30 times has been ordered to stand trial on child abuse charges. (FOX61, CT)
Obama: Economy Back From the Brink May 30, 2009
Obama spoke Wednesday to donors at a Democratic fundraiser at a Beverly Hills hotel. He told them, "It 00004000 's safe to say we have stepped back from the brink.". (13WMAZ.com, GA)
DTV Deficit? May 30, 2009
There was laughter (this is all according to a White House transcript of the appearance at the Beverly Hills Hotel fund-raiser), and then he said ;let;s see;, we put in place a whole series of measures to stabilize the housing market. He talked about virtually every legislative initiative and I was ready to finally be proved wrong about his seeming reluctance to even acknowledge the DTV switch-over. (Multichannel News)
Boks stronger now than in 2007: Smit May 28, 2009
The 31-year-old was in relaxed mood in front on the media at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Umhlanga, near Durban, seemingly unencumbered by the weight of expectation on his broad shoulders. And Smit insisted his confidence stemmed from the fact South Africa have made several strides forward from the team who were crowned world champions in Paris two years ago. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Obama hits Hollywood on fundraising trip May 28, 2009
U.S. president to tap movie, music executives at Beverly Hills hotel. COMING UP ON NBC. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Gay groups: Federal marriage suit premature May 28, 2009
Also Wednesday, gay-rights activists planned to gather outside a Beverly Hills hotel to demonstrate as President Barack Obama arrived for a fundraiser. Organizers said the rally at the Beverly Hilton Hotel will highlight anger over the gay marriage ban ruling and support for a move to repeal the military's "Don't Ask. Don't Tell" policy on accepting gays. (MSNBC -- Politics)
So many Oscar parties, so little time May 21, 2009
Then theres the AIDS Project Los Angeles affair down the street at the Abbey club, the Night of 100 Stars party at the nearby Beverly Hills Hotel, and on and on until the stars start to dim. Some years are incredibly competitive because of the number of events being held, said John Scott, executive director of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Kim's One Hot Sweater May 19, 2009
Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Sharon Stone, Marisa Tomei, Viola Davis, Quincy Jones and Noah Wyle at the "Mandela Day" event hosted by Forest and Keisha Whitaker at the Beverly Hills Hotel on Thursday evening. George Clooney & Director Jason Reitman mingling and shaking hands with fans at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Thursday night the two were on property where they held a private 'wrap' party for their new movie "Up In The Air.". (Fox News)
Mr Hudson Says Mentor Kanye West 'Met My Music Before He Met Me' Apr 29, 2009
" " 'Supernova,' it's a co-write," Hudson explained, sitting in the Beverly Hills Hotel a few days ago. "I think our head space, we kinda overlapped with similar emotions about things when we were hanging out last summer. I think we both could relate to the lyrics, so we built it together. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Twilight adventurer Apr 20, 2009
When Stewart arrives for this interview in a Beverly Hills hotel, a stylist has not scoured the racks of nearby Rodeo Drive's designer boutiques for a jaw-dropping Dior creation. Stewart is dressed casually in black skinny jeans and a grey, loose-fitting T-shirt. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Whitney Houston finds love? Apr 19, 2009
The singer - whose ex-husband is Bobby Brown - was spotted with the hunk outside the Beverly Hills Hotel after allegedly spending the night there. A source said: "There looked very, very happy together. After spending the evening at the hotel they got up and walked Whitney's beloved Yorkshire Terrier dogs. They seemed like any other happy couple.". (Xinhuanet, China)
Costliest split for Gibson? Apr 15, 2009
Oksana has in the past entertained Mr. Gibson with her piano music as he dined at the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel," the publicist claimed. "Yes, I definitely welcome the opportunity to set the record straight, our Oksana is not romantically involved with Mr. Gibson. " Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2009 iafrica.com, a division of Primedia Online* - a Primedia company Reproduction without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.. (iAfrica.com)
Celebrity love nests Apr 7, 2009
That may explain why the Beverly Hills Hotel, the celebrity watering hole, has been a notorious spot for famous hook ups for decades. During the 1930s, Carole Lombard secretly met a married Clark Gable in Bungalow 4. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Actress from Ringgold in movie, upcoming TV shows Apr 4, 2009
Heather and her mother have a standing invitation to the Oscar party, Night of 100 Stars, which takes place at the Beverly Hills Hotel every year. It s pretty good for a girl from Ringgold, Joan said. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Britney Spears like "prisoner" in own life Apr 4, 2009
Lutfi's younger sister Christina also gave evidence in court Thursday, claiming Britney asked her to buy a cell phone and sneak it into the Beverly Hills Hotel where she was staying. Christina said: "Britney told me she wanted to get a hold of Sam. She wanted him to help her find a lawyer, and wanted someone to get a prepaid cell phone to her. "She was scared because her father was blackmailing her with visitation rights over her kids. (Xinhuanet, China)
State of Independence Apr 2, 2009
It's part of the Dorchester Group, which is aligned with the Beverly Hills hotel, the Plaza Athenee in Paris, and the Principe di Savoia in Milan. "Chains always outperform" independent hotels, says LodgeWorks' Tony Isaac, a man who knows the industry from both sides of the fence. (MSNBC -- Travel)
'No Ifs': Is LeAnn Rimes Having an Affair? Mar 21, 2009
The magazine is citing as proof security camera images of the couple making out during an intimate dinner and photographs of them arriving at and leaving an exclusive Beverly Hills hotel, where they allegedly had a four-hour rendezvous. "She is having an affair," senior editor Ian Drew said. (ABC News)
Akira Kurosawa Tribute to Take Place March 23 at Beverly Hills Hotel Mar 21, 2009
March 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Akira Kurosawa's upcoming memorial to be held at the Beverly Hills Hotel Crystal Ballroom on Monday March 23rd is set to be an emotional affair with friends paying tribute to one of the most celebrated and influential directors of the silver screen ... The intimate evening is a closed door affair, however there will be an exhibition of Kurosawa's work and memories on show to the public from 3:30 p.m. in the foyer of the Crystal Ball Room in the Beverly Hills... (PR Newswire)
The Life Of Anna Nicole Mar 13, 2009
Feb. 12, 1994Is hospitalized for three days after mixing prescription drugs and alcohol, then collapsing at a Beverly Hills hotel. June 27, 1994Marries oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall II. She is 26; he is 89. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Hef's Twins' Hair 'Too Over-Processed' for Charitable Donations Mar 10, 2009
Ten of Tinseltown s finest men (and one woman, Heroes hottie Ali Larter) were honored for their "Fun & Fearless" nature at the Annual Cosmopolitan Magazine party at new Beverly Hills hotel SLS last Monday night. But did Chace Crawford did have too much fun before the bash even began. (Fox News)
Commentary: Which Manny in the mirror did L.A. re-sign? (Today) Mar 8, 2009
The rivals then met at the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills hotel on Tuesday. "What matters is how the process is finalized," McCourt said in a phone interview Wednesday night. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Finally Catching Up to Him? Mar 6, 2009
Jessica Alba lunched with friends on Tuesday at the uber-exclusive Polo Lounge inside the Beverly Hills Hotel. West Hollywood hotspot Apple Lounge was the place to be on Tuesday night for some star-spotting. (Fox News)
Hollywood Honors Late Actor Roy Scheider With 'Smiles From the Stars: A Celebration of the Work and Life of Roy Scheider' Mar 5, 2009
As an extension to his tribute in the 2009 Oscar "In Memorium" video, Roy Scheider's late wife Brenda Siemer Scheider, along with Joshua Newton, British writer-director of Iron Cross, Mr. Scheider's last film, are honoring the internationally acclaimed actor with an exclusive star-studded event at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Hollywood will toast the late actor on Saturday, April 4 in an evening produced by family friend and director Gordon Hunt, father of Oscar-winning actress Helen Hunt, which... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Rihanna reunion upsets Mar 4, 2009
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Emma Roberts Grows Up Mar 3, 2009
"I remember being twelve," she says, shortly after being dropped off at a Beverly Hills hotel restaurant by a chauffeured sedan, "and thinking, I can't wait until I'm sixteen, because by then I'm going to have a car, a driver's license, a really cool boyfriend, and boobs. And now I'm eighteen," she laments with a laugh, "and I have none of those things. None! That was my twelve-year-old self's checklist, and nothing has been checked off.". Her failure to obtain the first two, at least, can be... (Teen Vogue)
Frommer's California Guidebook 2009... Feb 27, 2009
The hotel and restaurant listings are comprehensive, and in recommending where to stay in places like Los Angeles and San Diego the authors cover chains like Days Inn, Best Western, and cheap motels as well as high-end luxury hotels like the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter and the Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows. The Best of California. (Suite101.com)
Slumdog’ celebrations fill Mumbai’s crowded slums (52) Feb 26, 2009
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Hartwood hits Hollywood Stafford teacher uses Oscar turn to give celebrities her class's environmental message Feb 26, 2009
All of them worked in a vendors' lounge on Friday and Saturday at a posh Beverly Hills hotel on Oscar weekend, giving away totes and pieces from the company's jewelry line to folks including "Breakfast Club" star Judd Nelson, former Chicago Bear Willie Gault, as well as film and TV personality Tila Tequila. Among some 200 other celebrities were members of the show "Orange County Housewives," the cast of "Camp Rock" and even "American Gladiators.". (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Katzenberg Targets Nursing Home of Stooges' Larry, `Star Trek's' Dr. McCoy Feb 26, 2009
On Feb. 21, more than 200 demonstrators, including Richard Stellar and MPTF nurses, marched on Sunset Boulevard in front of the Beverly Hills Hotel, where the fund held its annual pre-Oscar Night Before fundraiser. Attendees included , , and. (Bloomberg)
OSCAR ROUNDUP Feb 24, 2009
"Slumdog rules Oscars with 8 prizes, best pictureBy DAVID GERMAINAP Movie WriterLOS ANGELES Slumdog Millionaire took the best-picture Academy Award and seven other Oscars on Sunday, including director for Danny Boyle, whose ghetto-to-glory story paralleled the film s unlikely rise to Hollywood s summit.The other top winners: Kate Winslet, best actress for the Holocaust-themed drama The Reader ; Sean Penn, best actor for the title role of Milk ; Heath Ledger, supporting actor for The Dark... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oscar after-parties flash global glitter Feb 24, 2009
Jennifer Love Hewitt hosted AIDS Project Los Angeles' annual bash at The Abbey, and Chevy Chase, Laura Dern and other famous faces flocked to the Night of 100 Stars gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Lindsay Lohan joined her DJ girlfriend Samantha Ronson, who spun at the Mercedes-Benz after-party at the Montage Beverly Hills. (MSNBC -- News)
Judge: Falk, daughter can meet Feb 24, 2009
Peter Falk arrives for the Hollywood Foreign Press Association's annual installation luncheon Aug. 9, 2007 at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Celebrity News. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Oscars Bring Stars Together Feb 23, 2009
Last night, after The Night After fizzled over at the Beverly Hills Hotel public protests are such a downer and all the other studio gatherings came and went, Weinstein partied like it was 1999 ... Why weren t some of these people at the annual Beverly Hills Hotel bash for the Motion Picture Fund. (Fox News)
Angelina vs Aniston Feb 22, 2009
The two actresses, who have been in a public feud after Jennifers husband, Brad Pitt, left her for Angelina, are to face-off at the Night Before bash at the Beverly Hills Hotel tonight ... Even though it is wall-to-wall A-list, its a very chilled affair, around the pool of the Beverly Hills Hotel. (iAfrica.com)
Fugitive Polanski offered a day in court Feb 19, 2009
Polanski, famed for films such as Rosemary's Baby and Chinatown, was arrested 31 years ago at a Beverly Hills hotel after a 13-year-old girl accused him of sexually assaulting her during a photo shoot at the house of the actor Jack Nicholson. He reached a plea deal with prosecutors in which he pleaded guilty to a count of unlawful sex with a minor and prosecutors agreed not to pursue rape, sodomy and other counts. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Pageants to Porn: Kelli McCarty Suffering 'Creepy' Treatment Since Launching XXX Career Feb 13, 2009
New Beverly Hills hotel, The Montage, wasn t quite equipped to handle the chaotic crowds and according to eyewitness, a riot pretty much broke out when the rapper arrived and head of security at the top-notch property called in the cops for fear of someone getting severely injured. Those lucky enough to get inside had the pleasure of watching Paris Hilton dance to Lil Wayne and Kevin Rudolph s performance well into the early hours and schmooze with the likes of Russell Simmons, Timbaland and TI.... (Fox News)
At the power lunch, the check is kryptonite Feb 11, 2009
On a recent Monday night, Christine Peters, a producer of "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days," tucked into a corner booth in the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel in California with a fellow producer and an actress. They chattered about a possible film for an hour or so before Peters excused herself to go to the ladies' room. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Post-Grammy bashes lower-key affairs with no-shows Feb 10, 2009
Forget the days of Sony BMG's annual lavish Beverly Hills Hotel soiree, canceled this time around because of the economy. At Reid's bash at Wolfgang's Steakhouse in Beverly Hills, first-time Grammy winner Duffy sat atop a simple beige sofa and sipped red wine and beamed while LCD screens around the room showed footage from the awards ceremony of her singing with Al Green. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Hollywood Hills Home A Bargain? Feb 8, 2009
Fernandez was the mastermind behind the face-lift of the Beverly Hills Hotel. The Cuban-born Fernandez got his start as a set designer on "Doctor Dolittle" and "Planet of the Apes" and has worked for Elizabeth Taylor, Sean Connery, Goldie Hawn, Jennifer Aniston and other celebrities. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Where is Americas best hotel? Feb 7, 2009
And rounding out the top five is the Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows, Los Angeles original scene to be seen. More from ForbesTraveler. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Jennifer's Brave Return Feb 7, 2009
The Davis party was moved to the Hilton from the smaller Beverly Hills Hotel a couple of years ago because the intimate event had wildly outgrown the space. But with the Grammy Awards taking the party on as an Official event they re giving Davis a special Lifetime Achievement award this weekend and all of the record exec s hot acts, even the Hilton is threatening to burst at its seams. (Fox News)
