Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information Los Angeles is welcoming the Milken Institute Global Conference this week.  Photographer: Ryan Herron/Getty Images  The second-largest US city is bearing the brunt of climate with tariffs and deportations threatening more pain XLinkedInEmailLinkGiftFacebookXLinkedInEmailLinkGiftBy and May 4 2025 at 5:00 PM EDTBookmarkSaveThis week’s Milken Institute Global Conference represents one of the greatest concentrations of investment capital on the planet highlighting the power and prestige of the Los Angeles area the Beverly Hills confab attracts thousands of attendees eager to hear from titans of Wall Street Speakers this year include US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Nvidia Corp.’s Jensen Huang and Citigroup Inc.’s Jane Fraser Ken Griffin and Rupert Murdoch recently added to the list of appearances starring Lexi Minetree as young Elle Woods is in full swing as the Prime Video series filmed on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills May 1 Indeed, filming on the series, Elle, is well underway on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. The behind-the-scenes shots from May 1 show star Lexi Minetree as a young Elle Woods—in a pink dress of course—who is accompanied by three friends in colorful outfits while on a shopping trip The girls are all carrying shopping bags from a variety of luxury brands And while Reese Witherspoon has passed the baton of the Young and the Restless-loving future attorney to Lexi for the series she is still very much involved in the project serving as executive producer through her company Hello Sunshine "Harvard was hard. High School was harder. Our new series, Elle, is now in production!" Reese shared on her Instagram April 2 "Couldn't be more excited to introduce you all to @leximinetree as Elle Woods." Reese—who will reprise the character in a third film co-written by Mindy Kaling—was just the person to reveal Lexi's casting after a global casting call to the world "Your audition tape was amazing, as we talked about, and we had to make a really hard decision the other day," the Oscar winner told Lexi in the video shared to Instagram in February "We wanted to tell you in person because you've just worked really hard and we just wanted to tell you that you don't have to audition anymore because you got the part will follow Elle Woods through her high school years—years before the events of the 2001 film which focused on Elle's journey to Harvard Law School And while it will reflect her younger years it will be the same character fans know and love "Fans will get to know how Elle Woods navigated her world as a teenager with her distinct personality and ingenuity in ways that only our beloved Elle could do," Reese said in a May 2024 press release "What could be better than that?!" Six old friends head for a relaxing weekend away only to learn that one couple in the group is about to split up Nick (Steve Carell) and Anne (Kerri Kenney-Silver) and Danny (Colman Domingo) and Claude (Marco Calvani) and watch how this shake-up affects everyone’s dynamic—sending old issues and new bubbling to the surface The Four Seasons is a hilarious and heartfelt love letter to long marriages and old friendships Based on the 1981 feature film of the same name 100 Foot Wave returns for a third season to chronicle the globe-trotting adventures of big wave surfer Garrett McNamara as well as those of fellow surfers Andrew “Cotty” Cotton Season three expands from the cliff tops of Nazaré where McNamara first set a big wave world record in 2011 to exciting new locales such as Cortes Bank in the far reaches of the Pacific Ocean Hawaii for the rarely held Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational The adrenaline-filled series closely follows these extreme athletes’ drive and passion with cameras by their side for the highs and lows of their lives - the doubts and tragedies the fears that haunt them and the challenges that fuel them host Danielle Chang immerses herself in the vibrant food and culture of her homeland late-night seaport dives and Buddhist temples where vegetarian cooking is turned into high art Join Danielle on a season-long tour of this island crossroads where ancient folkways co-exist with the world's most futuristic technologies and see Taiwan as you've never seen it before Formula E: Driver is a gripping series offering unprecedented and unfiltered access into the personal and professional lives of four of Formula E’s leading drivers - Jake Dennis from Andretti Formula E Dan Ticktum from CUPRA KIRO (formerly ERT) António Félix da Costa from TAG Heuer Porsche Formule E Team and Mitch Evans from Jaguar TCS Racing - through the innumerable twists and trust of the 2024 season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship The Walking Dead: Dead City follows the popular Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) characters traveling into a post-apocalyptic Manhattan in the growing war for control of New York City Maggie and Negan find themselves trapped on opposite sides they come to see that the way out for both is more complicated and harrowing than they ever imagined Conan O’Brien: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (Netflix) - May 4 the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor celebrated Conan O'Brien at the Kennedy Center Lineup of leading performers included Nikki Glaser The program paid tribute to the humor and accomplishments of O’Brien and featured a host of his admirers The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Celebrating Conan O'Brien will premiere Sunday The Playboy Murders (Investigation Discovery) - May 5 The third season is set to return as Holly Madison reprises her role as host and executive producer recounting the shocking intersections of murder and mystery within the world of the iconic adult men’s magazine renowned for her intimate knowledge of the Playboy empire and her compelling storytelling providing an empathetic voice to the untimely deaths of those connected to the brand David Spade: Dandelion (Prime Video) - May 6 With signature sardonic takes on the perils of flying charity auctions and the evolution of porn David Spade is sharper and funnier than ever in his new comedy special Dandelion and in season two we’ve taken her journey to the next level one murder mystery at a time From minor league baseball to big box retail from funeral homes to alligator farms and even a grade school talent show Charlie navigates her crime solving existential road-trip with deadpan wit and her signature uncanny lie-detecting ability Judy Blume's groundbreaking 1975 novel is being reimagined for a new generation by Mara Brock Akil It’s an epic love story of two Black teens exploring romance and their identities through the awkward journey of being each other’s firsts Karol G: Tomorrow Was Beautiful (Netflix) - May 8 a documentary from This Machine and director Cristina Costantini traces Karol’s rise from humble beginnings in Medellín as she proves the critics wrong with an electrifying It’s a rare look at the unique determination and relentless work ethic that has launched Karol G to superstardom and paved a path for future generations of Latinas Academy of Country Music Awards 2025 (Prime) - May 8 the country music celebration 60 tears in the making returns on Prime Video live from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco Lisa Vanderpump reunites her staff for one final night of reckoning—only this time she’s handing the hosting reins to her VIP guest Criminal Minds: Evolution (Paramount+) - May 8 Season 18 picks up six months after prisoners attack the notorious Sicarius Killer leading his restless followers on the dark web to begin wreaking havoc all over the country In order to stop this nefarious group from killing more innocents the BAU is forced to work alongside an increasingly unpredictable Voit who has his own agenda RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars (Paramount+) - May 9 returning to compete in the ultimate competition for the crown season 10 will introduce a brand-new format across 12 episodes: the Tournament of All Stars The queens will be divided into three groups of six each competing in their own bracket across three episodes the top three queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals where they’ll go head-to-head with the top queens from the other groups in another round of fierce competition over two episodes The tournament will then culminate in an epic  Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown grand finale episode where the finalists will battle it out for a grand prize of $200,000 and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame Gold Rush: Mine Rescue (Discovery Channel) - May 9 miners take big risks on poor ground with outdated equipment Gold recovery experts Freddy Dodge and Juan Ibarra are back on the road in North America turning small-time miners’ pitfalls into profits Freddy and Juan face off at a hard rock mine spanning three elevations at 4,000 feet in the Cascades the guys devise an innovative 180-foot chute featuring a spiral concentrator in their first-ever Washington state rescue The Judd Family: Truth Be Told (Lifetime) - May 10 Profiling one of the greatest country music families of our time the doc examines Naomi Judd’s complicated bond with her daughters that both tied them together and drove them apart the documentary explores the complex mother-daughter dynamics and intergenerational trauma as seen through the eyes of The Judd Family In addition to exclusive interviews with Ashley close family members and those who knew Naomi best the documentary features never-before-seen photos Joan Rivers: A Dead Funny All-Star Tribute (NBC) - May 13 The one-hour all-star comedy special will feature today’s biggest comedians as they pay homage to Joan Rivers’ razor-sharp humor and impact on pop culture the comedy community will revisit Rivers’ legendary cabinet of jokes and add their own personal spin to reflect today’s social and cultural landscape along with a dose of their original material The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Hulu) - May 15 The scandalous world of Mormon #MomTok is back and bigger than ever for season two When an original swinger from their infamous sex scandal makes a surprise return friendships threaten to unravel as secrets The show is a college-set ensemble comedy about the wild a closeted former football player and homecoming king a high school outsider on a mission to fit in at all costs With guidance from Benny’s older sister and her campus-legend boyfriend the show explores the lengths to which we all overcompensate while on the path to finding out who we really are Duster explores the life of a gutsy getaway driver for a growing crime syndicate that goes from dangerous to wildly stupidly dangerous when a tenacious young agent comes into town hellbent on taking his crime family down The fourth volume sees Jennifer Yuh Nelson (Kung Fu Panda 2 Kill Team Kill) return as supervising director for ten startling shorts showcasing the series’ signature award-winning style of bleeding-edge animation Wrexham AFC Women’s Team continues to battle amongst the top teams in the Welsh Adran Premier League and strives to stand out amidst a crowded field of talented women footballers With new players and continued support from the Club and fans can they make a name for themselves at the top of the League Will Wrexham AFC’s beloved Executive Director raise funds for charity survive humiliation at the hands of the players and staff and complete 26.2 miles without injury or chaffing Follow along as Welcome to Wrexham’s cameras bring you unprecedented access on the pitch inside the locker room and alongside the players while the action unfolds in some of the biggest matches Wrexham AFC has ever played The Chi (Paramount+ With Showtime) - May 16 the pivotal women of The Chi rise to reclaim their power Yet as loyalties are tested and new rivalries are stoked it becomes clear that there’s only one crown and it will come at a heavy cost Matteo Lane: The Al Dente Special (Hulu) - May 16 Matteo Lane's comedy is like catching up with your old friend at brunch Hugo and Nebula Award winning book series The Murderbot Diaries Murderbot is a sci-fi thriller/comedy about a self-hacking security construct who is horrified by human emotion yet drawn to its vulnerable clients Murderbot must hide its free will and complete a dangerous assignment when all it really wants is to be left alone to watch futuristic soap operas and figure out its place in the universe Rising to fame at just six-years old on the show Toddlers & Tiaras famously known as “Honey Boo Boo,” returns to television with the new Lifetime biopic offering a glimpse into what happened behind the scenes from her perspective She reveals how her on-screen confidence concealed the harsh reality of constant criticism and family struggles Tucci in Italy (National Geographic) - May 18 The five-part series follows Stanley Tucci on a visually stunning and deeply personal exploration of the country’s breathtaking landscapes and the complex connections with its food that have shaped each region’s distinct culture and Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing (Discovery Channel) - May 18 Fan-favorite legends return to take on new challengers in an all-out battle of skill The competitor who demonstrates the best bushcraft ingenuity and stamina to outlast their opponents in head-to-head a coveted perfect 10.0 Primitive Survival Rating and a $100,000 cash prize survivalists will face heartbreaking medical tap outs and the most shocking elimination ever seen in the franchise Unknown Serial Killers of America (Oxygen) - May 18 Oxygen examines the most heinous type of criminals there are – serial killers there are many more equally as terrifying that the public is completely unaware Each hour-long episode of Unknown Serial Killers of America profiles the horrific stories of these unconscionable criminals and delves into what transformed them into evil monsters With first-hand accounts from law enforcement who worked the cases and stories from loved ones of the victims the series sheds light on serial killers who evaded the spotlight and examines how they were able to get away with their gruesome crimes for so long Crimes explored over the six-episode season include a case involving multiple unidentified bodies found in a barrel that are linked to a predator of women and children decades later; killings of multiple gay men; and an amateur sleuth who uncovered clues leading to a likely killer and a murderer of 12 black women who eludes authorities until chilling video evidence is found The views expressed here are the author's own members of the Schwarz family packed their belongings Like many Jews who received deportation orders during the Holocaust they most certainly hoped to return one day a new homeowner stumbled upon the time capsule still hidden in the attic in Michalovce Join us to hear about the Museum’s work to unravel the mystery of this remarkable collection now in its care and discover what we’ve learned so far about the family who left it behind “The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is building the collection of record on the Holocaust and strives to make it accessible and preserved for education the Museum’s senior advisor for leadership giving in the Western Region the Museum’s unparalleled collection will be the best teacher of this history.” dedicated supporters of the Museum since 1994 Their annual Rubin Lecture has consistently brought thought-provoking discussions on Holocaust history and education to audiences in the Western Region “We are deeply grateful to Linda and Tony Rubin for their steadfast support in sponsoring this meaningful program for 14 remarkable years,” continued Stulberg “This year’s Rubin Lecture offers a powerful glimpse into the past—uncovering a trove of personal belongings left behind by the Schwarz family during the Holocaust this discovery helps us piece together a family’s story and we look forward to a compelling discussion with the curators bringing it to light.” The Museum’s Western Region encompasses the 10 western states including Alaska the Museum has welcomed more than 49 million visitors from all over the world Rescuing the Hidden Michalovce Collection program is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required. Interested individuals must register by Monday, May 12, to the Museum’s Western Regional Office at 202.817.4725 or email westernteam@ushmm.org The event will take place at the Wilshire Boulevard Temple Entrance to the parking lot is on Saltair Avenue Thursday, 6:30 pmCulver City, CA Tuesday, 6:00 pmLos Angeles, CA Saturday, 12:00 pmSanta Barbara, CA Hotelier and developer Patrick McKillen has filed a lawsuit against various members of the Qatari royal family and their business associates alleging racketeering and failure to provide compensation for work done by McKillen on The Maybourne Beverly Hills District Court for the Central District of California on April 22 who is a citizen of Ireland and the United Kingdom attorneys for McKillen outline what they call a “lawless plot” constructed by the defendants to deliberately withhold payment from McKillen while continuing to make use of his services “This complaint alleges in detail how Qatar’s former Emir (HBK) and Prime Minister (HBJ) along with other senior members of the Royal family and their executives have defrauded their business partners around the world and used the assets they control to retaliate against and intimidate those who fight back,” said Michael Gottlieb McKillen will pursue this suit until the Qatari Royals pay him what his company rightfully earned.” various members of the Qatari royal family “orchestrated and participated in a global scheme to defraud their former business partner [Hume Street Management Consultants Limited (HSMC)].” The Qatari royals named as defendants in the suit include Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Bin Hamad Bin Abdullah Bin Jassim Bin Mohammed Al Thani known as Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa or HBK; Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jaber Bin Mohammed Bin Thani Al Thani known as Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim or HBJ; and Sheikha Lulwah Bint Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani Business associates of the Qatari royals named in the suit include Michele Faissola and Marc Socker both of whom are described in the complaint as “agent[s] of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa [and] Sheikha Lulwah.”  McKillen became involved with what would become the Maybourne Hotel Group in 2004 when he joined a group of investors to acquire shares in the Savoy Group the group became known as the Maybourne Hotel Group McKillen sold his shares in 2015 to a company owned by Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim however McKillen continued to work in a developmental capacity on the hotels Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa became interested in purchasing the hotel then called the Montage Beverly Hills in the summer of 2019 in order to turn it into a Maybourne Socker and Sheikha Lulwah reached out to McKillen to ascertain his interest in participating in the Beverly Hills project and to gain his opinion as to whether the hotel would be a good investment McKillen traveled to Qatar to discuss the opportunity in person with Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa aboard the latter’s yacht McKillen described his ideas for the hotel and “gave his commitment to manage and strategically redevelop the hotel.” Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa proceeded with the purchase in December 2019 the suit outlines a series of work performed by McKillen on the hotel including transitioning the hotel to the Maybourne brand planning for the hotel’s shops and parking and “navigating local Beverly planning and permitting requirements related to the redevelopment,” including attending City Council meetings and working with the City Manager and then-mayor McKillen began seeking compensation in June 2021 He allegedly directed his requests to Fassiola McKillen for the work performed.” When McKillen brought this information to Sheikha Lulwah McKillen’s lawsuit claims that this refusal to pay continued until the present day with the defendants seeming to indicate that they would pay him at various times and then failing to do so The complaint alleges that the defendants decided at some point during their work with McKillen not to pay him kept that decision a “secret” and continued to utilize McKillen’s services knowing that they did not plan to compensate him In addition to the Maybourne Beverly Hills McKillen’s complaint alleges that the defendants failed to compensate him for similar work on The Maybourne Riviera and Îlot Saint-Germain in France and a personal home of Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim’s in Manhattan McKillen has filed additional claims in the U.K Sign up for the latest breaking news affecting Beverly Hills and surrounding areas We never share your data and you may unsubscribe at any time One person was arrested by the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) during an April 27 Beverly Hills rally in which Trump supporters celebrated the president’s policies and called on leftists to leave the Democratic Party was arrested for alleged assault with a deadly weapon around 3:50 p.m More than 100 people had gathered at Beverly Gardens Park on the 27th to celebrate President Donald Trump and encourage voters to leave the Democratic Party. Organized by a group called the #WalkAway Foundation the rally also featured a speech from former U.S Attorney General nominee and former Florida Rep who lauded President Trump’s policies and decried the Democratic Party which was called the “American Restoration Tour,” began in West Hollywood around 1 p.m The 40 or so Trump supporters were outnumbered by about 80 counter-protesters outside the Pavilions supermarket Rally participants held signs that said “#WalkAway from the Left” while counter-protesters held signs that said no fascists,” and “Make America gay again.” Rally participants began marching down Santa Monica Boulevard toward Beverly Hills around 1:30 p.m. No Fascist USA” and “You are Nazis” to the #WalkAway participants despite protesters on both sides verbally confronting each other along the march route who was pardoned by President Trump after being convicted of a misdemeanor for disorderly conduct during his involvement in the Jan The marchers arrived at Beverly Gardens Park around 2 p.m. where a larger crowd gathered to hear speakers while carrying Trump flags “Don’t tread on me,” as well as “Jesus is King.” During his speech Gaetz called on people to leave the Democratic Party which he said had “turned what was paradise over to the homeless and illegal aliens,” in reference to California we will welcome you with a patriotic embrace,” he said during the speech “We will give you an opportunity to be prosperous and successful We want gas and energy to be affordable for people the president of the Beverly Hills Freedom Rally and a former candidate for both Beverly Hills City Council and the California State Assembly gave a speech in which she blamed the media the left and public education for creating a “mass psychosis” in the U.S a Beverly Hills resident who attended the rally and has been active in the Beverly Hills Freedom Rally group said the turnout made him proud to be a resident of Beverly Hills Drake added that he likes what President Trump has done in his first 100 days in office and believes the economy will start booming and gas prices will begin to decrease over the summer Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) has announced that Beverly Hills High School (BHHS) Principal Drew Stewart will leave his position at the end of the school year Stewart has accepted a new position with the Lawndale Elementary School District which will significantly reduce his daily commute The move will allow him to spend more meaningful time with his family “Stewart’s love for the Beverly Hills community is strong His leadership has been marked by compassion and a deep belief in the potential of every learner BHUSD is deeply grateful for his years of service and the impact he has had on the BHHS community,” said a May 2 statement from the district but I’ve come to a place in life where I need to prioritize my family I will forever be grateful for this community The district added that it is dedicated to a smooth transition as it begins the process of selecting a new principal A teacher’s comments at the April  29 Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) Board meeting moved the audience to give her a standing ovation which continued even as BHUSD Board President Rachelle Marcus attempted to move the meeting forward Annette Goldstein, a teacher at Horace Mann Elementary School who has been employed by the district for over 30 years, addressed the board regarding contract negotiations between the district and the Beverly Hills Education Association (BHEA) teachers are requesting salary increases and updated benefits Goldstein said she has three extra jobs and will teach summer school to “make ends meet.”  “I canceled a doctor’s appointment that I had scheduled for last Friday because I was told it would be a $1,300 copay,” she said I will have two kids in college in the fall tuition for my son’s top choice is more than I can afford many members of the audience stood and applauded who taught in the district for several decades prior to being elected to the board “Can I call for a motion for the consent calendar?”  As the board attempted to continue the meeting It concluded after approximately one and a half minutes Goldstein’s remarks followed public comment from Katherine Warren no one from the district showed up at the bargaining table leaving representatives for BHEA sitting there for three hours they received an email from a district representative stating that the district could not make a counteroffer until June 1 because of the ongoing leadership transition and an upcoming budget review BHEA representatives have expressed their desire to finish contract negotiations before the summer begins “This is deeply disappointing,” said Warren of the action by the district “These delays have not only tested our patience they have tested the goodwill and trust that are essential to any successful negotiation.” the district said that it is “fully committed to getting this done and are doing everything we can to keep conversations moving forward.” “After providing our employees with a significant 10.5% raise last year our Board of Education is eager to bring this year’s negotiations to a close so we can continue focusing on students,” said the statement “Our goal is to ensure our educators have clarity before the end of the school year …  We are deeply grateful to all of our dedicated staff whose commitment and care make BHUSD a place of Educational Excellence.” the board heard an update on the construction at Beverly Hills High School (BHHS) the chief Operating Officer/Executive Vice President of Operations at Fonder-Salari all projects at the school will be completed by December 2027 such as the swimming pool and performing arts center the board voted unanimously to reassign several members of the Horace Mann and El Rodeo Elementary Schools’ administration teams will both be reassigned to elementary school classrooms will be reassigned to the Horace Mann Learning Lab will be reassigned to a high school English classroom The CPAC Beverly Hills Summit dared to reach out to a new wave of patriots in the center of left-wing destruction in America We brought business leaders from all different industries (space cryptocurrency & more) together in the left-wing stronghold of California to explore what freedom looks like on all kinds of issues White and Angel Studios board member Paul Ahlstrom shared strategies for evicting identity politics from Hollywood Crypto moguls Ryan Breslow and Darcy Donovan made the case for cryptocurrency as the currency of freedom Breitbart Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow revealed how alternative media is shaking up newsrooms and challenging mainstream media censorship Space entrepreneur Jim Cantrell explored revamping America’s space dominance to put our enemies on notice and revive innovation Ambassador Richard Grenell shared how President Donald Trump’s foreign policy plans to spread freedom to the rest of the world and religious leaders spoke up for squashing antisemitism and defending Judeo-Christian values worldwide CPAC is home to all those daring to fight for it Freedom-loving Californians at the CPAC Beverly Hills Summit built a road map for a brighter It is known the world over for serious celebrity spotting, seriously high-fashion boutiques and even more seriously beautiful people. On a previous visit I’d never truly delved below the surface. In fact, I spent only about an hour marching up and down Rodeo Drive, repeatedly quoting Pretty Woman, before hopping into an Uber and heading to Venice Beach. the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded to a call of a burglary in progress at the 1800 block of Marcheeta Place No one was at home at the time.The call reportedly came in from the homeowner who received an alert from his ring camera Surveillance footage captured an individual in a black BMW loading items from the home into the car That suspect has been taken into custody.LAPD indicated that there were at least three burglars at the residence along with a second vehicle At least two suspects were in the home when police arrived at the scene The one who fled on foot was captured with the assistance of a K9 officer.Captain Robert Peters first told Los Angeles 4 that:“We live in dangerous times but we are doing our best to mitigate burglary problems.” Aerial footage posted on YouTube shows the home located on a cul-de-sac The three suspects were described as being young men in their twenties Share via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this article Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe Rich Lister James Packer has sold his Beverly Hills mansion for $US60 million ($93.57 million) in what’s understood to be the most expensive property deal in the Los Angeles suburb this year – but for $US25 million less than its asking price 18-bathroom manor at 1028 Ridgedale Drive was offloaded on Monday for the same price Packer purchased it for in 2018 from actor Danny DeVito and his wife SaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy link Gift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe. 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Kiss legend Gene Simmons has made a name for himself with his outrageous behaviour but his latest U-turn could take the cake Gene Simmons is offloading his $US14 million ($A21.9 million) Beverly Hills mansion — but he’s got some strict rules for prospective buyers purchased the four-bedroom property in 2021 for $US10.5 million so he and his wife could have a residence in California after relocating to Las Vegas According to Realtor the couple struggled with the scorching heat in Nevada and ultimately decided to put their Vegas property back on the market in favour of returning to Beverly Hills and setting up permanent residence inside their ultra-modern house Simmons and his wife recently snapped up a beach house in Malibu which they now plan to make their full-time home leaving them with little use for their Beverly Hills mansion The home is already facing a limited pool of prospective buyers that hasn’t stopped Simmons from narrowing down potential parties even more — namely by excluding anyone he believes will soil the happy memories he and his family have made inside its walls MORE: Tragic feud behind Freddie Mercury ‘curse’ Gene Simmons is offloading his $US14 million Beverly Hills mansion The Kiss bassist has got some strict rules for prospective buyers Picture: Thomas Banneyer/picture alliance via Getty Images Simmons purchased the four-bedroom property in 2021 for $US10.5 million Simmons admitted to the Wall Street Journal that he wouldn’t allow just anyone to snap up the home “You have such wonderful times there, you don’t want some schmuck in the place you call home,” the rock legend told the Wall Street Journal I don’t want anybody coming in there who is going to destroy the place.” Provided a buyer is able to make it through Simmons’ strict selection process they will have quite the opulent pad on their hands The pricey property comes with a “40-foot glass-like infinity pool and bold bronze geometric sculptures that offer a distinct artistic statement,” according to a press release shared with Realtor oak wood and concrete elements,” which emphasise the sweeping views of the mountains Simmons revealed that the views were what drew him to the property in the first place “My favourite part of the house is waking up in the morning in the upper bedroom and on a clear day being able to see all the way out to the ocean,” he shared “And my other favourite time is sunset in the upper bedroom or downstairs barbecuing something outdoors The five-bathroom property boasts a gallery space MORE: Proof billionaire Bezos has too much money I don’t want anybody coming in there who is going to destroy the place,” Simmons said and concrete elements.” Picture: Marc Angeles via Realtor The living room and chef’s kitchen are separated by half of a wall Simmons’ pad “utilizes solar-power for pool and radiant heated flooring “This home is a rare example of Swiss architectural mastery “From the Swiss steel framework and sleek fixtures to the fibre cement exterior panels that can go more than 50 years without maintenance “The 40-foot glasslike infinity pool is a real showstopper and the bold bronze geometric sculptures add a cool “It’s the kind of property that’s extremely rare and truly special — made even more iconic by having been home to a rock legend.” MORE: Surprise fortune left behind by Pope revealed Simmons previously sold his Nevada property for $US11 million He now calls a $US5.8 million Malibu home his primary residence Simmons told the Journal the property is still “homey and outdoorsy.” guests are greeted with an expansive living area filled with cozy couches and a wood-panelled wall there is a large fire pit surrounded by gray couches The other side of the patio features another seating area and a grill He and Shannon purchased the three-bedroom which was initially supposed to be an investment pad Parts of this story first appeared in Realtor and was republished with permission MORE: Fortune left behind by One Direction star Liam Payne revealed third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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Australian billionaire James Packer has offloaded his Beverly Hills estate in the suburb's priciest deal of the year James Packer has sold his sprawling Beverly Hills estate for $US60 million (AUD$93.57 million) marking the most expensive property sale in the exclusive Los Angeles enclave so far this year The 57-year-old Australian billionaire originally listed the property in late 2023 with an ambitious US$85 million (AUD$133 million) price tag still sets a benchmark for 2025 in the star-studded suburb according to real estate platform Zillow.  the 1930s-built mansion sits on more than 2,200 square metres and includes 12 bedrooms and a luxurious primary suite featuring dual bathrooms The son of the late media mogul Kerry Packer purchased the estate five years ago from actor Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman for USD$26.6 million (AUD$38.9 million).  the luxurious LA residence has played host to some serious star power having been leased by A-listers Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck The home was listed by Santiago Arana of The Agency and Jade Mills of Coldwell Banker Realty and was purchased by Kurt Rappaport of Westside Estate Agency on behalf of an undisclosed buyer.  the father-of-three has wasted no time in upgrading having snapped up a Bel Air mega-mansion for USD$110 million (AUD$174 million) in March the French chateau-style home was built in 2007 and once belonged to high-profile property developer Mohamed Hadid and his former wife Yolanda Meanwhile, his three children, Indigo, 16, Jackson, 15, and Emmanuelle, 12, continue to live in London with their mother, singer and former model Erica Packer. DISCLAIMER: The currency conversion is provided for illustration purposes only It is meant only as an approximation based on the latest information available and should not be relied upon for any other purposes We are not responsible for any loss that you may incur as a result of relying on these currency conversions All property prices are as stated by the listing agent Jeff Bezos’ $US175 million ($A273 million) Beverly Hills estate has raised eyebrows over its gigantic fence A video clip of the Amazon founder’s compound was shared on the r/intrestingtoknow subreddit showing the hedge towering above the street According to Top Closings the insanely high barrier is the tallest residential fence in the area “My hats off to whoever maintains this,” one commenter wrote on the post “We all paid for that,” another jokily said “Love thy neighbour … but don’t trim the hedge,” a third person commented Imagine having so much that your primary concern is distance from everyone else RELATED: Amazon boss Bezos signs new mega deal Picture: Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg via Getty Images Bezos’ Beverly Hills estate has raised eyebrows over its gigantic fence In 2020, Bezos dropped a record $US165 million for David Geffen‘s Los Angeles mansion, the Wall Street Journal reported the 9-acre spread was built for the now-late former president of Warner Bros a tennis court and its own 9-hole golf course,” according to the WSJ RELATED: Where world’s richest men really hide their billions The insanely high barrier is the tallest residential fence in the area A video clip of the Amazon founder’s compound shows the hedge towering above the street Last year, the Daily Mail reported that Bezos hired builders to extend his property further adding an extra 1,000 square feet to the already generously sized area extra rooms and a game court fence with lighting The planning permission for these extra amenities was denied at first due to insufficient paperwork the administrative issue was resolved and work continued The work on extending his Beverly Hills mansion continued when Bezos also bought the adjacent home for $US10 million Bezos bought the Warner estate in Beverly Hills in 2020 who has a net worth of $US200 billion ($A319 billion) His Miami portfolio includes three mansions on Indian Creek Island which is also known as “Billionaire Bunker.” Police say they "strongly believe" a body found in a burnt-out car in Sydney’s south-west overnight is linked to a violent home invasion and kidnapping reported earlier that evening. A woman's body has been found inside a burnt-out car following a violent kidnapping in Sydney’s south-west. Emergency crews were called to Welfare Avenue North in Beverly Hills at about 11.30pm following reports of a car fire. Fire and Rescue crews extinguished the blaze, which led to the discovery of a body in the back seat. Detective Superintendent Rodney Hart said the body was "severely burnt" beyond recognition as he spoke at a media conference on Friday.  Officers had only an hour earlier been called to a Bankstown home following reports that a 45-year-old woman had been kidnapped. Investigators were informed several masked people broke into the family home, allegedly armed with a firearm. Supt Hart said the group of up to five men were dressed in black with their faces covered. They arrived in a number of vehicles before seriously assaulting the woman and forcing her into a vehicle, then driving her away.  "She was kidnapped and forced into the back seat of a dark-coloured SUV," Supt Hart said. An eight-year-old boy, the woman's son, was also "severely assaulted and hit" in the head with a baseball bat by one of the men.  An 15-year-old boy, who is also her son, was at home at the time. "Ambulance and paramedics treated the young child at the scene and both children were taken to hospital for care," Supt Hart confirmed.  The younger child has since undergone surgery for major head injuries and is in an induced coma.  Supt Hart said the welfare and security of the children is "paramount".  He said the father of the children lives at the Bankstown address, but was interstate at the time and is returning to Sydney to "support his two children and assist police with inquiries". Police say they believe the kidnapping incident was targeted, and not a random attack.  “The level of violence is unheard of but I want to reassure the community that we strongly believe that this is a targeted incident and that this is not a random kidnapping," Supt Hart said.  Police established a crime scene on the Beverly Hills street where the car was found as they work to investigate the circumstances around the incident. While the body is currently unidentifiable, police "strongly believe" it was the 45-year-old woman and mother to the two children.  Anyone with information on the incident has been urged to come forward. Start Watching Part 3 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 14 ReunionFirst LookStart Watching Part 3 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 14 ReunionBozoma Saint John calls out Sutton Stracke for painting her as "an angry Black woman" during an episode of the RHOBH After Show Get news and updates about your favorite shows plus 3 free credits to watch locked content Peacock is the streaming home of your favorite Bravo shows plus so much more Sign up to the latest news at Marie Claire By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use I am all about being kind to ourselves, but like most of us, there are parts of myself that I can put under the microscope and worry about For me, it’s my brows. I lament that they’re not thick enough in this era of full arches Mine also don’t give natural fluffiness to match up with the current thick and bushy ideals Some of this is possibly my own doing. Having lived through the thin brow era of Kate Moss back in the 90s, teeny brows were hot and tweezing to distraction was as normal a beauty habit as applying mascara I don’t always get to the professionals in a timely manner – so I have had to learn how to literally put my best brows forward with clever brow trickery and queen of brows for countless A-listers (Oprah Cindy Crawford and Kim Kardashian are all personal friends of Soare) I am keen to meet and glean her for any brow intel I haven’t picked up as a beauty journalist over the years We meet at the Park Hyatt in Sydney and Soare – who is equal parts fabulous fun and beauty boss – answered all my burning brow questions  In short: Yes “thick and fluffy brows that look natural” are what we’re all still after The thick solid brows of five years ago are dead We should leave our brow maintenance to the professionals And many of us are guilty of over-tweezing “Majority of women over-tweeze their eyebrows,” says Soare “Many are guilty of that.” Not just me then Anastasia also did my brows in a way that no one has ever done them before Proving her brow chops, after my session with Soare using her cult-status Anastasia Beverly Hills brow products They literally changed the shape of my face and I looked younger instantly “What I like about your eyebrows is that you still have a beautiful arch,” Soare tells me as she worked away at building fullness It’s a comment that made me look at my brows with new appreciation – perhaps they’re not that bad after all It also dawned on me that the way we perceive ourselves can be quite different to how others do there is always a few well-placed flicks of a brow pencil to even things up.) which is a brow pencil to create hair-like strokes BrowFreeze Gel or our Brow Wax are also great for defining and thickening brows.” “If you are the type of person that doesn’t have much time in the morning It’s a three in one and it’s very easy to use to get full brows fast.” If you have thick brows: “If you have fuller eyebrows you need a highlighter and a clear brow gel just to hold them and keep them together.” Enlist a brush (and know how to use it): “Brow brushes are so important that’s why whenever I bring out a product use the spatula end of the brow brush and take very little bit into the lid then don’t put it directly onto your brows instead brush it into your brows using the brush You want to create little hairs to fill the brow and create the arch.” Find out what works for you: “Less is better and it’s all about placement You want it to look natural so don’t try it for the first time right before you go out Trim but only when required: “I trim but only one [hair] Highlighter is your best brow friend: “You don’t need to worry if you haven’t created a straight line [of baby hairs using your pencil] because then we go with the highlighter and clean it all up.” The new Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Studio is located at David Jones Sally Hunwick is an award-winning journalist with a long-running career both in Australia and in the UK Sally is passionate about all things beauty and health and loves inspiring her readers with the latest beauty news Subscribe or renew your current subscription and receive $500 worth of value as part of your membership.  Exclusive access to our monthly LUXE newsletter, special offers, events, content and more!  Peacock is the streaming home of your favorite Bravo shows plus so much more. Two titans of the design world have joined forces to create a new vision for one of the most famous corners of Rodeo Drive. It will take shape as a new Louis Vuitton flagship designed by acclaimed architect Frank Gehry the flagship will span the block bounded by Rodeo Drive South Santa Monica Boulevard and Beverly Drive has owned the site since 2018 and has partnered with the city for decades to enhance the global profile of Rodeo Drive LVMH Maisons comprise at present more than 15 storefronts on Rodeo Drive and the greater Business Triangle The new Louis Vuitton project is transcendent it will break through the boundaries of traditional retail into the full “Louis Vuitton lifestyle.” In addition to diverse product lines it will house the first permanent exhibition space for Louis Vuitton in the U.S That feature will highlight the brand’s influential global role as a touchstone not only of design Choosing an icon such as Frank Gehry for the project’s architectural concept further cements that status One of the most important architects of our time Gehry’s body of work includes the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles and the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris He is the recipient of the Pritzker Architecture Prize the National Medal of Arts and the Presidential Medal of Freedom But it is his designs that speak the most eloquently Gehry’s works are renowned for incorporating materials such as stainless steel and titanium and the use of sculptural or undulating exteriors to make them landmarks of postmodernism The design for the Louis Vuitton flagship bears the Gehry signature As the Courier can exclusively reveal in an exterior rendering the design features a dynamic light-colored façade of sleekly angled curves Interiors of the project will be completed under the supervision of architect Peter Marino who helmed the Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills project originally proposed for the site According to documents filed with the city of Beverly Hills the new flagship will include a 45,000-square-foot retail space fronting Rodeo Drive featuring three levels dedicated to products such as Women’s and Men’s collections The rooftop level will include private spaces for clients as well as a rooftop garden terrace that extends across the two buildings An entrance on Beverly Drive will lead to the exhibition or hospitality space of 55,000 square feet It will include one level featuring a café and exhibition lobby two levels dedicated to the exhibition space and the rooftop level with a 100-seat restaurant and open-air terrace Sources tell the Courier that decisions have yet to be made as to the chef and type of cuisine affiliated with the restaurant but it will be an indoor-outdoor establishment to take advantage of the Southern California weather Construction work on the Louis Vuitton flagship is slated to begin in early 2026 It is undergoing the normal Development Plan Review process for code-compliant buildings in the Triangle The project stays within the allowable floor area and height limits typically applied in the area “This version of the LVMH luxury project will be a real asset for the community,” Mayor Sharona Nazarian told the Courier “The new retail and the amenities will appeal both to residents and visitors alike I am especially pleased that this project will bring Frank Gehry’s iconic and unique design to our Business Triangle.” Louis Vuitton is currently in the process of providing additional information in response to a comment letter received from the city in late March Among the items requested are additional details about the construction process The parties are also discussing the project’s operational parking needs and a proposal to use mechanical stackers Due to AB 2097 (pertaining to new developments within a half-mile radius of major transit stops) Next steps include an internal Planning Division staff analysis followed by a report from the CEQA consultant Hearing dates before the Planning Commission will ensue is to reach the Planning Commission hearing stage with a proposal that is both practical and workable Construction is expected to commence in 2026 retail and culinary history of Beverly Hills The extensively remodelled estate sits on over half an acre of land behind hedge-lined fencing and secured gates It features seven bedrooms and ten bathrooms throughout the property, with the listing held by Gary Gold of Forward One The home’s elegant interior showcases a double-height entry foyer with a hand-painted coffered ceiling and crystal chandelier.  The staircase serves as the centrepiece of this grand entrance with ornate double doors welcoming visitors into the residence On either side of the foyer are a 12-seat dining room and a sunken living room with a fireplace.  The great room features a steel-framed glass wall that opens to a covered loggia creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience The all-white kitchen comes equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances and a vintage icebox-style refrigerator.  A butler’s pantry connects to a family breakfast room with access to an outdoor entertaining terrace The wood-panelled library features built-in bookshelves and a stone fireplace tucked into the corner Outdoor amenities include a pool and spa adjacent to the separate guesthouse which offers its own kitchen and living area.  The property also features a detached five-car garage Estrada, a former Pirelli calendar model, retained ownership of the home following her divorce from late Saudi billionaire Walid Juffali in 2014 according to The Real Deal and the property was part of their highly publicised divorce settlement the property is being sold with all furnishings included offering buyers a turnkey opportunity in one of Beverly Hills’ most coveted neighbourhoods News Sitemap The longtime 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star admits that it’s "very difficult" to have "the world weighing in on analyzing things" on the show There have been mixed reviews about the future of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Season 14 created more questions than answers, and fans were once again left hanging. And even though nobody loves change, for the franchise, it feels that a recast is necessary if the RHOBH series wants to stay at the top of its game.   View this post on Instagram A post shared by B the Prosecco Princess ? (@bravoandcocktails) It seems that significant changes are coming to the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. A source close to production spoke out to OK! Magazine about what could be tweaked ahead of Season 15 “There are absolutely going to be changes to the current cast some of which will shock fans.” The RHOBH insider added and another person is going to be downgraded to a friend — at least that’s the current word on the street View this post on Instagram A post shared by Garcelle Beauvais (@garcelle) Directly after the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills reunion, Garcelle Beauvais announced she was leaving the show but it’s been a ride never the less.” The actor stated she would be leaving in order to be closer to her family She also noted she had big career ventures coming up “I have the most exciting projects that I am developing producing and acting in — and I can’t tell you anything right now Garcelle’s choice to leave rocked the boat as no one saw it coming. The Coming to America star actually had a decent season. She tried to hold Bozoma Saint John and Dorit Kemsley accountable for their actions against Sutton Stracke But it seems she got tired of the mean girl attitude that was always thrown her way I think Garcelle’s exit caused Bravo to think about a possible recast sooner than expected Kyle also seems to have grown tired of her part on the show. Her forehead vein popped out more times than I can count during Season 14. And I doubt the heat will be off her if she sticks around for Season 15. She had some really good storylines if she had just stuck with them. Whether it be her separation from Mauricio Umansky or her relationship with Morgan Wade But Kyle seems determined to keep all her skeletons in the closet there is no place for a full closet on Bravo so I’d say it’s time for Kyle to pack her bags and hit the road The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is available to stream on Peacock and Hayu in the UK and Ireland TELL US – DO YOU THINK RHOBH IS READY FOR BIG CHANGES Jennifer O'Brien has been a fan of reality TV ever since Jessica Simpson asked "Is this chicken or fish?" Jennifer's favorite shows consist of everything Bravo including the 'Real Housewives' franchises Jennifer's passion for reality TV shines through as she often tries to get to the bottom of major plot lines like Vanderpump Rules' "Scandoval." The Broadway and West End hit, “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” has opened for an extended run at that gorgeous icon of Art Deco, the Hollywood Pantages Theatre This creative imagining of “what ifs” in the life of the adult Harry Potter last seen vanquishing the mortal enemies of Hogwarts married Ginny Weasley and is still best friends with Ron Weasley and his wife They are very busy with their grown-up jobs except for Ron who still runs the family joke shop They are now the establishment and tasked with maintaining order so that all residents will remain safe and sound something they fought so diligently for in the past Harry wants only the best for his son Albus Severus both of whom died saving him from Voldemort This would be a heavy burden for anyone to carry who is struggling with his identity as the son of the savior Albus resents his father and his father’s achievements Albus struggles with his schoolwork and is not in the least athletic not the least because Albus is suffering from a massive case of teenage angst and resentment something that is greatly exacerbated when he is shoved onto the magical train to Hogwarts with the Weasley’s daughter Rose First order of business—making friends—easier for Rose than for Albus son of Harry’s old school nemesis Draco Malfoy Scorpius is as unlike his father as Albus is from Harry he also suffers from a massive lack of self-confidence lack of friends and the inability to be quiet when silence is called for much to the chagrin of their respective fathers Albus’ desire is to be assigned to Harry’s old house at school Gryffindor; his nightmare is that the Sorting Hat will choose Slytherin Hall Harry told Albus to wish very hard for the house he wants and the remaining professors have set a high bar for him It doesn’t help that Harry visits too often whatever that is; he wants to make a grand gesture; he wants to have friends he discovers that for Harry to live another student It is Cedric’s cousin Delphi who tells him of the circumstances he enlists Scorpius to help him devise a plan an instrument that allows its user to teleport back in time but they have been outlawed since the Battle of Hogwarts and all remaining Time-Turners were destroyed Albus is elated to discover that this device exists and enlists Scorpius to go on a mission with him find Cedric and change the circumstances so he doesn’t die and you don’t have to be one to foresee this future is well aware of the ripple effect that changing one event in the past has on the present And thus “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” is on its merry way With plenty of adventure for the rapt preteens in the audience this is basically a story of adolescent angst and teenage conflict with a controlling parent Something has to give or catastrophe will ensue by masterful playwright Jack Thorne (“The Motive and the Cue”) does best is segue nicely from 20 or so years in the past to the present while breathing believable life into characters you knew and loved from the books and creating their new realistic offspring with their own “worldly” problems in the present the possible consequences chilling and the mischief of immature teens is believable There are rigged props and unseen wires that dangle the actors like puppets and robes and actors are whisked off and on before your eyes It’s quite entrancing and always surprising Sometimes the actors stand still as the stage circulates and sometimes it is the actors that glide in well-choreographed movement that flows seamlessly becoming more a focus than was probably intended His development from awkward to more self-confident (but still incredibly gawky) is heartwarming in ways that the others fail to achieve Harry (John Skelley) and Albus (Emmet Smith) are a bit too one-note more than three times wider than the stage of the Lyric Theatre in New York or the Palace Theatre in London where it premiered This expanse eliminates a sense of intimacy necessary to make the audience feel as if they were part of the show and the action but this is an improvement over the version I saw when this play was presented in two parts the first being two hours and 40 minutes and the second When the producers had to shut down during the pandemic they realized that the play needed to be cut down not just because Part II was almost superfluous The play was overburdened and condensing “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” into a single evening’s entertainment benefited both the story and the audience this play is almost incomprehensible unless you’ve read the books My husband was totally unacquainted with the “Harry Potter” saga; he didn’t even know who Voldemort was so a quick cheat sheet was necessary at intermission He very much appreciated the effects but was lost with the story It is a shame that the producers didn’t think to provide a summary of the story in the Playbill I retrieved my program from the Palace Theatre and the first few pages reprised the books and gave an excellent glossary to the ancillary characters mentioned in the play from Death Eaters to the Ministry of Magic from Muggles to Mudbloods and portkeys to Bellatrix Lestrange the Playbill of the Pantages was remarkably short on information Surely they could have sprung for another couple of pages for summary information there are actually people out there who never entered Harry’s world before this Unknown to me there is a website— Harry Potter Resources—that explains it all take the time to gaze at the double ceiling laden with Art Deco adornments with a huge chandelier and sculptural triangles meant to evoke sunrays The grand lobby is even more impressive both above your head and beneath your feet There are painted panels and faux Egyptian statues throughout its beauty is sure to rub off on this young generation of theatergoers after they see this imaginative story of a grown-up Harry Potter struggling with the adolescence of one of his children Check the Broadway in Hollywood website for times and discounts Inside the homes and beauty cabinets of inspiring and influential people Educate your beauty routine with expert tips Our directory of Australia’s best beauty and wellness destinations From rooftop Aperol Spritzes and luxe mid-century suites to a standout hotel buffet and skyline views here’s why this stylish CBD stay is perfect for your next girls’ weekend Read More Sigourney visits Kerala in India: the birthplace of Ayurveda Here’s where to stay and play in the City of Angels From beachfront bliss to sky-high indulgence explore the perfect escape at Phu Quoc’s most luxurious resorts The ultimate escape for your next group trip or event The stunning restaurant that went viral for being "fine dining without the pretence" Sigourney and her family discover a vibrant scene on the Coast Sigourney and the family discovered a luxurious escape that's close to home Sigourney takes us with her to LA - all the beauty destinations An elegant getaway that celebrates the beauty of the Australian landscape The best of Kiwi beauty - according to Sigourney you might want to add this one to your list.. A fuss-free and efficient holiday beauty edit The beauty products Sig swears by for travelling to snowy destinations Located in the exclusive Trousdale Estates the 5,300-square-foot (492 sqm) home was designed in 1958 by architect Rex Lotery and purchased by Presley in 1967 for $400,000 (AUD $609,000) The legendary performer lived there with his wife The property is now listed with Branden Williams of the Beverly Hills Estates and Anthony Bundak of Carolwood Estates. Blending French Regency style with modernism the estate is perched on a 1.1-acre (0.44-hectare) promontory offering panoramic views stretching from Los Angeles to the Pacific Ocean while modern updates include stainless steel appliances feature floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces Mansion Global reports the four-bedroom five-bathroom home embraces California’s signature indoor-outdoor lifestyle as many bedrooms open directly to lush gardens and a private backyard and expansive patio with lounge chairs provide an ideal setting for relaxation and entertaining A long gated driveway and four-car motor court add privacy and exclusivity to the home’s setting in a quiet cul-de-sac The current asking price is nearly $1 million (AUD $1.52 million) less than what the home last sold for in 2019 the estate was selected as the showroom for design gallery The Future Perfect highlighting its architectural significance Many other celebrities have called Trousdale Estates home over the years Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time assaulted a young child with a baseball bat and forced a woman into a car at gunpoint before a body was found in a burning car kilometres away in Sydney’s south-west a car speeding past and sirens as the woman was snatched from her home in what police call a “horrendous crime” Police were called to Welfare Avenue North in Beverly Hills just before 11.30pm on Thursday authorities recovered a body in the back seat but police believe it is that of a 45-year-old woman abducted at gunpoint in the neighbouring suburb of Bankstown one hour earlier Investigators were called to the Bankstown home at about 10:30pm where a 15-year-old boy told them a group of five men forced their way into a home with their faces covered The kidnappers seriously assaulted the woman and struck an eight-year-old boy in the head with a baseball bat The group then forced the injured woman outside Police and paramedics raced to the scene and took the injured child and a teenager to hospital for treatment and assessment The youngest boy remains in an induced coma following emergency surgery we don’t know if it’s gang related,” Superintendent Rodney Hart told media Hart said it appeared to be a targeted attack has spoken to police and is returning to Sydney “We don’t know too much about the [victims] … they are not known to police [such] that we would consider them a high target in the organised crime network or world,” Supt Hart said horrendous crime that we are throwing everything that we have at it to ensure that we bring these people to justice.” One woman who lives near the house where the kidnapping took place says she was shaken and afraid when she heard a woman scream shortly after 10pm last night “It sounded like someone was about to die,” she said “I came outside and saw a Mercedes speed past.” The blazing car was found on Welfare Avenue about a 10-minute drive from the home in Bankstown Multiple police cars were parked outside the Bankstown home as forensic officers combed through the scene on Friday morning Another neighbour also described hearing the scream saying it worried her because she knew the woman who lived there and said she was friendly “I’m in shock that this could have happened – she is just a sweet woman who keeps to herself,” the neighbour said adding she saw about “four or five” police cars there shortly after The neighbours did not want to be named for privacy reasons Police have also cordoned off all entrances to the Beverly Hills street as forensic officers assess the burnt-out car Forensic officers assess the scene.Credit: Dylan Coker It took one truck of firefighters about 20 minutes to extinguish the burning car before they discovered the woman’s body in the back seat Vision from the scene shows the front exterior burnt off and a burst windshield Superintendent Adam Dewberry from Fire and Rescue NSW.Credit: Dylan Coker “Once the fire was extinguished and the steam and the smoke had disappeared it was a pretty grisly sight for our firefighters,” Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said “We all take a little bit of these things with you; some of it we forget about and others come back when you don’t expect it but we have excellent support systems in place.” He said it was not clear how the “extremely hot but it would not have been alight for long before crews arrived Welfare Avenue North is a dead-end residential street in Beverly Hills The car was found at the end of the street Police have established Strike Force Bushfield to investigate Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter. Masked invaders have broken into a home, assaulted a young child with a baseball bat and forced a woman into a car at gunpoint before a body, believed to be hers, was found in a burning car kilometres away in Sydney\\u2019s south-west, police say. Neighbours have described hearing screams, a car speeding past and sirens as the woman was snatched from her home in what police call a \\u201Chorrendous crime\\u201D. Police were called to Welfare Avenue North in Beverly Hills just before 11.30pm on Thursday, following reports that a car was on fire. Once on the scene, authorities recovered a body in the back seat. The body is yet to be identified, but police believe it is that of a 45-year-old woman abducted at gunpoint in the neighbouring suburb of Bankstown one hour earlier. Investigators were called to the Bankstown home at about 10:30pm where a 15-year-old boy told them a group of five men, armed with a baseball bat and a gun, forced their way into a home with their faces covered. The kidnappers seriously assaulted the woman and struck an eight-year-old boy in the head with a baseball bat. The group then forced the injured woman outside, into a dark SUV, and sped away followed by a white sedan. Police and paramedics raced to the scene and took the injured child and a teenager to hospital for treatment and assessment. The youngest boy remains in an induced coma following emergency surgery. \\u201CWe don\\u2019t know if it\\u2019s organised crime, we don\\u2019t know if it\\u2019s gang related,\\u201D Superintendent Rodney Hart told media. \\u201CThis crime is horrendous, this level of violence is unheard of.\\u201D Hart said it appeared to be a targeted attack, and not a random kidnapping. The woman\\u2019s husband is interstate, has spoken to police and is returning to Sydney. \\u201CWe don\\u2019t know too much about the [victims] \\u2026 they are not known to police [such] that we would consider them a high target in the organised crime network or world,\\u201D Supt Hart said. \\u201C[It\\u2019s] very early in the investigation, it\\u2019s an extremely serious, violent, horrendous crime that we are throwing everything that we have at it to ensure that we bring these people to justice.\\u201D One woman who lives near the house where the kidnapping took place says she was shaken and afraid when she heard a woman scream shortly after 10pm last night. \\u201CIt sounded like someone was about to die,\\u201D she said. \\u201CI came outside and saw a Mercedes speed past.\\u201D The blazing car was found on Welfare Avenue, about a 10-minute drive from the home in Bankstown. Multiple police cars were parked outside the Bankstown home as forensic officers combed through the scene on Friday morning. Another neighbour also described hearing the scream, saying it worried her because she knew the woman who lived there and said she was friendly. \\u201CI\\u2019m in shock that this could have happened \\u2013 she is just a sweet woman who keeps to herself,\\u201D the neighbour said, adding she saw about \\u201Cfour or five\\u201D police cars there shortly after. The neighbours did not want to be named for privacy reasons. Police have also cordoned off all entrances to the Beverly Hills street, including the nearby nature reserve, as forensic officers assess the burnt-out car. It took one truck of firefighters about 20 minutes to extinguish the burning car, before they discovered the woman\\u2019s body in the back seat. Vision from the scene shows the front exterior burnt off and a burst windshield. \\u201COnce the fire was extinguished and the steam and the smoke had disappeared, it was a pretty grisly sight for our firefighters,\\u201D Fire and Rescue NSW Superintendent Adam Dewberry said. \\u201CWe all take a little bit of these things with you; some of it we forget about and others come back when you don\\u2019t expect it, but we have excellent support systems in place.\\u201D He said it was not clear how the \\u201Cextremely hot, intense and rapid\\u201D fire started, but it would not have been alight for long before crews arrived. Welfare Avenue North is a dead-end residential street in Beverly Hills, adjacent to the M5 East motorway. The car was found at the end of the street, closest to the M5. Police have established Strike Force Bushfield to investigate. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. . \\u2018This crime is horrendous, this level of violence is unheard of.\\u2019 The GU Film House cinema with a Sydney Greek connection is no more On January 27, GU Filmhouse Beverly Hills, in Sydney, affectionately known as ‘Bevo cinema’ to many locals, ceased trading. The one-time Greek owned cinema complex will be a void hard to fill for locals and especially Greeks. The Tsagias family (Jane and Jim Tsagias,) owned the site from the 1980s to 2009, when it was the Beverly Hills Twin. The cinemas roared with all the big hits, Aussie movies and also as an outlet for Greek films. Sydney’s Greek community came here for movies that took us back to Greece or were made by Greek filmmakers. King Otto, Βασιλιάς Όττο, about the 2004 Euro glory for the Greek football team, screenings of Maria Callas’ life, the critically acclaimed Alex Lykos Me & My Left Brain film or for the Mykonos: the other side film night; just some of the movies that featured. The Mykonos extravaganza played with Lesvos: Fall in Love, was MC’d by Alex Lykos and Ana Sevo, formerly of Meraki Tv. The extravaganza featured three sold out cinemas, Greek music by Tassos Bouzouki and served as the 50th birthday for the late, Mykonos and Bay Vista maestro, Tekno Manos. I always remember what Tekno said to me that night, “thanks for this Billy…. we are at a Greek home.” If anyone knew Greek hospitality, it was Tekno. That night we were looked after by cinema manager Costas Meligonis. Costas worked as the manager from 2010-2022, was always kind to those who visited the cinema, and a delight to work with when Greek events were held at the location. His enthusiasm for Greece, Greek columns on Greek film nights and movies in general meant that GU Film House was an easy fit for the community. Numerous events were hosted by the Greek Festival of Sydney and by Toula Vagelatos, who made sure locals experienced My Big Fat Greek Wedding film events and other movies from the Greek world. Toula was also the main reason, along with Tekno, for movies such as Mykonos selling out. Costas explained to me that the cinema opened originally in 1940; its popularity on King George’s Road led to a six-cinema complex by 2009. Prior to that, it was called the Beverly Hills Twin. Costas worked at the cinema from his teenage years in the 1990s. *Billy Cotsis is a contributor and author of Aegean Seven Take Back The Stolen Marbles and also a documentary filmmaker Ferrari, Supercars A YouTuber observing the delivery of a $2.5 million Ferrari Daytona SP3 supercar in Beverly Hills saw a bit of a ‘whoops’ moment as the car was delivered YouTuber effspot saw the all-black Ferrari come off its trailer with the SP3 being one of the most recent models to come from Maranello The minor whoops moment certainly made the delivery more interesting especially given the high value of the Italian supercar there were still plenty of chances to admire the supercar in its gorgeous all-black color and appreciate it for the supercar it is DISCOVER OUR SUPERCAR AUCTION SITE – View live auctions on SBX Cars The actual unloading of the supercar from its trailer seemed to go very smoothly with its black paintwork gleaming in the sun It was as the car was turned around that the small ‘whoops’ moment then occurred, captured by effspot As the driver maneuvered the supercar a slight scraping sound could be heard as it rode onto the sidewalk The person behind the wheel had scraped the underbody of the Ferrari That isn’t ideal with the car costing $2.5 million the driver seemed to brush it off and drive the car away Production of the Ferrari Daytona SP3 recently concluded Its one of Ferrari’s most recent models and one of the best thanks to its massive V12 engine Ferrari added the SP3 to the ‘Icona’ series of cars and Maranello will only ever build 499 of them it’s certainly not an affordable daily driver The Daytona SP3 is also a historically significant car for the manufacturer limited car without hybrid systems since the Enzo of 2002 If the delivery driver has damaged the SP3 in the video they might find themselves left with slightly emptier pockets than before Henry is a content writer with nearly ten years experience having written for various publications since 2017 Qualifying with a Sports Journalism degree from Staffordshire University Henry loves all things automotive but has a particular soft spot for classic Japanese cars and anything Lancia He also has a curious passion for steam locomotives P-22 Agency checks in at The Maybourne Beverly Hills P-22 will lead strategic communications and media relations for the property working to enhance its position as a leader in the luxury-hotel sector The Maybourne Beverly Hills is the first US outpost of Maybourne—home to Claridge’s With 205 guest rooms (including 57 suites) the property offers a wide range of dining experiences as well as the largest luxury hotel spa in LA \"P-22 Agency stood out to us from the very beginning demonstrating both the depth of their strategic thinking and their ability to inspire and engage us in ways that felt fresh culturally relevant and exciting,” said The Maybourne Beverly Hills director of sales and marketing Nadine Vondermann 5WPR drives Nissan US\' strategic initiatives targeted at multicultural consumers The agency will focus on securing media placements and coverage curating culturally relevant events to showcase Nissan\'s products and supporting Nissan-sponsored initiatives to enhance message penetration Working closely with Nissan Corporate Communications 5WPR will also provide strategic counsel on opportunities within key multicultural markets and engage influencers on a national scale to amplify Nissan\'s impact Red Fan Communications partners with Austin Capital Bank The agency collaborated with ACB leadership to create the company’s brand narrative and debut a new website It will continue to lead media and analyst relations for the bank ACE combines an FDIC-insured bank charter with in-house technology development capabilities to solve critical unmet financial needs Red Fan is also leading communications for banking operations platform provider Kinective Red Fan will lead Kinective’s media relations and thought leadership activities You are using an outdated browser. 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Return to homepageCopyright © 2025 90210,” chances are that today you’re showing signs of aging—and could be in the market for Neutrogena’s rejuvenating skincare products.","type":"text"},{"_id":"Y4N2Y6OKKVEITGK4MBA6UZSI34","additional_properties":{},"content":"That’s the fun premise behind BBDO New York’s new spot for the brand (see above) which features a good 20 seconds of that iconic scene—before it’s interrupted by Los Angeles dermatologist Dr Shauna Higgins gently reminding “90210” fans that they’re getting on in years and should be using Neutrogena’s Rapid Wrinkle Repair Cream.","type":"text"},{"_id":"XEROPK74SVD5XLBFN4HKI5OMY4","additional_properties":{},"content":"Directed by David Shafei and Lizzy Born from WW7 the spot involved recreating Manhattan Beach on a sound stage in LA a couple of stand-in actors and the same camera equipment that would have been used to create the original show replicated the film grain of the original and worked with Walker Music on a ’90s-style 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The right panel features a mix of retro phones—from rotary and brick phones to flip models—with the message: “If you remember when phones were just phones The left panel includes nostalgic icons like a VHS tape with the text: “If you remember watching music videos on TV it may be time.” The right panel shows cartoon and tech motifs like a digital pet and a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle with the line: “If you tried to keep a digital pet alive He was previously editor in chief of the Clio Awards and Muse by Clio Disregard subheadline field in article template.\n2 SEO headline goes in Meta title field—60 characters max.","first_publish_date":"2025-04-30T14:40:11.066Z","geo":{},"headlines":{"basic":"Neutrogena pitches rejuvenating skincare to those old enough to remember ‘Beverly Hills 90210’","meta_title":"Neutrogena Remembers campaign revisits Beverly Hills He previously covered corporate communications and public relations agencies as a reporter at PRWeek Jon Springer covers sports 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Cornelious is senior VP of creative and strategy of The New York Times Advertising She was previously creative editor at Campaign US and also served as a writer and reporter at Sidekick by Morning Brew and PRWeek Veteran character actor’s career spanned over 50 years in TV and films including Little Big League and Midnight Run the veteran character actor who memorably played the gruff but lovable police detective John Taggart in the Beverly Hills Cop films his family announced in a statement released by Ashton’s manager No cause of death was immediately available In a career that spanned more than 50 years Ashton was a regular face across TV series and films Beverly Hills Cop stars Judge Reinhold Photograph: Cinetext Collection/Sportsphoto/AllstarBut in the Beverly Hills Cop films Ashton played an essential part of an indelible trio a Detroit detective following a case in Los Angeles Billy Rosewood (Judge Reinhold) and Ashton’s Taggart Taggart – “Sarge” to Billy – was the more fearful But he would regularly be coaxed into Axel’s plans Ashton co-starred in three of the four films beginning with the 1984 original and running through to the Netflix reboot Ashton played a more unscrupulous character in Martin Brest’s 1988 buddy comedy Midnight Run He was the rival bounty hunter also pursuing Charles Grodin’s wanted accountant in The Duke while he’s in the custody of Robert De Niro’s Jack Walsh John Ashton Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin in the film Midnight Run Photograph: Universal Pictures/AllstarSpeaking in July to Collider and he threw them on the floor and stared at me,” said Ashton and I said: ‘F–- you,’ and he said: ‘F–- you too.’ I said: ‘Go –- yourself.’ I know every other actor picked those up and handed it to him and I found out as soon as I left he went: ‘I want him,’ because he wanted somebody to stand up to him.” This article was amended on 30 September 2024 An earlier version incorrectly stated that John Ashton had co-starred in all four Beverly Hills Cop films "EVT has been proud to operate GU Filmhouse in Beverly Hills for many years and would like to thank all the customers who have visited to enjoy the cinematic movie experience," and EVT spokesperson said "Local residents can still enjoy the EVT cinema experience at nearby Event Cinemas Hurstville "EVT continues to invest in a range of Event Cinemas locations across Sydney Campbelltown and the opening of IMAX Sydney." The cinema first opened in 1940 as the St James Theatre In 1983 a second screen to the Beverly Hills complex and it became known as Beverly Hills Twin Cinema The theatres were renovated again in 2008 and a year later it was leased Covering Georges River Council, Bayside Council and general news. For news tips contact me at jgainsford@theleader.com.au Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy