Virginia RappeFatty ArbuckleI really knew nothing about Virginia Rappe before visiting Hollywood Forever over the weekend. My friend Judy told me her story and I had to do more research on this poor girl. It's a little long, but interesting, I promise.Fatty Arbuckle was a vaudeville performer who signed a contract with Paramount in 1921. Arbuckle was celebrating with a 3-day party at The St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco. On Monday, September 5, 1921, the party started early. Arbuckle ... Continue Reading
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Hollywood Again
Entrance gates of Hollywood ForeverCecil B. DeMilleMarion Davies' family cryptTyrone Power's marker (notice the kisses on the left side)Peter Finch's cryptValentino's cryptMonument dedicated to Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. and Jr.The beautiful lake in the middle of Hollywood ForeverJudy and I in front of the Mausoleum where Rodolfo Valentino is laid to restI went on the fabulous Dearly Departed Tour again this weekend, and as usual, it was amazing! My Mom, Judy, and I headed out to Hollywood to do a ... Continue Reading
The Notebook
Ok, I know "The Notebook" might be over the top sappy for some of you, but I love it. One of the main reasons (among many) I love it, is the gorgeous time period clothing. Rachel McAdams looks simply amazing as a young, rich 40's girl. I read the book many years ago and cried my eyes out. I have since found that Nicholas Sparks is a little too over the top for me, but I still love this movie all the same. The chemistry between Rachel and Ryan Gossling is so hot (maybe because they dated in real ... Continue Reading