THE HOLLYOOD MUSEUM’S ICONIC RIDES EXHIBIT OPENING

Westhollywood.blogspot, CA March 28 2025.
Photos by Karen Ostlund


The Hollywood Museum’s ICONIC RIDES Exhibit
                             “A DRIVE THROUGH TIME”
           Featuring The Dukes Of Hazzard “GENERAL LEE”
                     Scooby Doo’s “MYSTERY MACHINE” and
  “HERBIE THE LOVE BUG” from Herbie Fully loaded.
                                                                           

Donelle Dadigan (Founder of The Hollywood Museum) together with many celebrity-friends, took a ride though time with the Hollywood Museum’s exhibit ICONIC RIDES. A Drive Through Time is featuring The Dukes of Hazzard "General Lee”, Scooby Doo’s “Mystery Machine” and “Herbie The Love Bug” from Herbie Fully loaded. Exhibit opened to the public, March 28 2025.

                                                                      

                                                                                 

This unique exhibit features original screen used props, costumes, memorabilia  from Dukes of Hazzard, Scooby Doo, and Herbie: Fully Loaded including the 1969 Dodge Charger from “The General Lee” and the Dukes of Hazzard Reunion movies from 1997 and 2000 - based on the hit CBS television series from 1979 thru 1985, starring John Schneider, Catherine Bach and Tom Wopat.

Donelle Dadigan said “ We are thrilled to share our newest exhibit  “ICONIC RIDES: A Drive Through Time” celebrating some of our favorite TV shows and films from “once upon a time”…showcasing, props, costumes, and their famous cars seen in these nostalgic and ever-popular TV series and films with- fans from all around the world who visit The Hollywood Museum.”
                                                                          

Speakers included John Schneider, Catherine Bach, Tom Wopat from Dukes of Hazzard, Jean Kasem, wife of Casey Kasem the legendary voice of Shaggy from Scooby Doo and a special video message from Scott Innes the voice of Scooby Doo, and Scrappy Doo, Michelle Lee from Herbie The Love Bug, Joaquin Garay lll from Herbie Goes Bananas, and Claudia Wells from Herbie The Love Bug TV Series.
                     
Among guests in attendance were:
 Donelle Dadigan( President, Founder, The Hollywood Museum), John Schneider(Dukes of Hazzard),Catherine Bach (Dukes of Hazzard),Tom Wopat,(Dukes of Hazzard), Rex Smith (Broadway /TV/Music star), Dee Dee Schneider(Emmy winner),Jean Kasem (Cheers, Tortellis), Kathy Kolla(Mayhem of the Mind/ Plastic Daydreams),Tryone Dubose(R&B Historian), Erin Murphy (Bewitched), Claudia Wells (Herbie The Love Bug TV Series/ Back to the Future), Michelle Lee (Herbie The Love Bug film), Grace Field (Love with an Accent/ Rekindled for Christmas), Rico E. Anderson (S.W.A.T.), Nancy Harding (The Wedding Belle/A Reboot Gone Wrong), Melissa Neice Smith(The Dream), Lyndsay Bloom(Dukes of Hazzard/Maybelle Tillingham),  Sandro Monetti (BBC & CNN Royal Commentator/ Royal Society Saint George California), Meredith Thomas (A Nanny To Die For/ The Merry Gentlemen), Ilene Graff (Mr. Belvedere),Kathy Garver (Family Affair),Darby Hinton (Daniel Boone), Kim Estes (EmmyWinner/Underdog), K Callan(Veep/Lois and Clark), Kate Linder (Y&R), Bruce Vilanch (Award winning award show writer), Alice Amter ( Big Bang Theory),
 Diana Lansleen (Young & The Restless),Connor Dean (9.1.1.),Kennedy Garcia (Days of Our Lives), Eve Richards (A Line of Fire) and Jessica Lee (Deal or No Deal).
                                                                                 
                                                                        

Also part of this fun exhibit is “Herbie The Love Bug” from the 2005 Disney Film “Herbie Fully Loaded” starring Lyndsay Lohan and 1963 Volkswagen Beetle.
The official Love Bug  in this exhibit was used by Disney to promote the film and is now on display with Herbie, TV Film and Broadway star Michelle Lee from The first Herbie The Love Bug, along with Joaquin Garay lll from Herbie Goes Banana’s, and Claudia Wells who starred in Herbie The Love Bug TV Series.

                                                                                  

“The Mystery Machine” with 1960s-70s Chevrolet G-Series Van from the fan- favorite animated series Scooby Doo, which aired on TV from 1969 to 1976 starring the voice of Casey Kasem as Shaggy with the live action films from 2002 and 2004. The voice of Scott Innes was Scooby Doo & Scrappy Doo.
 

                                                                                 

www.thehollywoodmuseum.com The Hollywood Museum 1660 N. Highland Avenue, CA 90028

Academy Museum‘s “Director’s Inspiration: Bong Joon Ho Exhibit”

 Academy Museum‘s “Director’s Inspiration: Bong Joon Ho Exhibit”

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot CA March 24 2025  
By Karen Ostlund
                                                                 

(Photo of Director Bong Joon Ho) South Korean film Parasite won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards, and became the first non-English-language film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. It also won three Oscars, for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film.

                                                                           

    OKJA movie monster head.

Since Bong Joon Ho made Oscar history with “Parasite”s best picture victory in 2020, the Korean director’s fan-base continued to grow and evolve around the world with his recent release of his capitalistic satire “Mickey 17” starring Robert Pattinson.

The exhibit opened Sunday March 23rd and will run through June 10 2027 as the Academy Museum‘s “Director’s Inspiration: Bong Joon Ho Exhibit” which marks the first exhibit dedicated to the beloved director’s filmography over the years.
                                                                                

Bong published comics in the school newspaper.

The collection features over 100 original objects from Bong, including the suseok rock from “Parasite,” the original slate used during filming “The Host” and an advertisement for the film club Bong formed while enrolled at Yonsei University. Bong is primarily known for his work in film, comic books which were his first passion, because to the books he found as a kid in his father’s library. When Bong was enrolled at Yonsei University, he published comics in the school newspaper.
                                                                              

The Park family picture featured in “Parasite” is recreated, with the portrait mirroring a typical middle-class family in Korea. Bong worked with artist Zibezi to create all the artwork that Park Da-song draws in the film.

                                                                              

The HOST monster art.

                                                                                       

The HOST monster on display at the Academy Museum.

AcademyMuseum.org

WOW Creations Lifestyle Lounge to celebrate Oscars 2025 at Universal Hilton.

 WOW Creations Lifestyle Lounge to celebrate Oscars 2025 at Universal Hilton Hotel.

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot CA March 2nd 2025.

By Karen Ostlund
                                                                 

Guests made a toast to Oscars 2025 with Dream Weaver from TobinJames.com - which is a sparkling wine made from stainless-steel Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, and a bit of Moscato. Paired with vegan pizza by www.ginoseast.com/losangeles and wheat & almond biscotti by www.roxannesbiscotti.com

On Friday February 28th the Harris Brothers hosted their annual Oscar Gifting and Lifestyle Suite at Universal Hilton to celebrate the 97th annual Oscars. Guests included Oscar nominees as Sean Baker Director of Anora, Yuro Boriov from Anora, Janty Yates from Gladiator and Liz Kearney from Memories of a Snail. In addition to the nominees also in attendance was Legend Cheech Marin and OJ Simpson friend Kato Kaelin.
                                                                         

                                                                              

WOW Creations www.wowcreationsmedia.com is a Los Angeles based celebrity marketing agency since 2004 producing the best celebrity marketing lounges in Los Angeles, prior to award shows.

WOW is owned by identical twins Mark and Matt Harris who can also be seen on A&E’s hit series “Storage Wars” and host their weekly radio show ‘The Taste-makers” on LATALKRADIO.com

Brands at the event included;
                                                                         

Shirinbakery.com is an American-Armenian and Persian style bakery located in Tarzana CA that makes  cupcakes and custom cakes for anniversary and awards.
EatVesti.com specializes in vegan and meat sandwiches with Italian cheeses and tasty spreads, to tuck in-between baked-to-order focaccia bread.

                                                                            

Guests entered a raffle for Skintervention Foundation’s Botox party and spun the wheel to win one of their treatments at the booth of:
https://www.drzoeindigo.com/skintervention
The Skintervention Foundation’s goal include pro-bono services to the underserved who cannot afford or access standard medical care both locally and abroad. Therefor, the foundation is a charitable organization that reflects the commitment of Dr. Zoë Indigo and Skintervention to provide advanced health equity.

                                                                           

MblueLabs.com presented their latest vegan and cruelty-free night-cream and serum in one.
This multi-tasking product combines the ingredients Methylene Blue with Vitamin C and Jojoba Oil to promote UV exposure recovery, increase collagen and elastin production. Also reduces hyper-pigmentation and repairs fine lines. This combination also eliminates the harmful effects of free radicals from sun, stress and pollution over night.

                                                                                

Man Labs Titan Peptide Eye Gel is ManLabs.com latest product for Oscars 2025 -  which is a high potency and rejuvenating eye gel for men, with 10 anti-aging herbal essences ingredients, including 4 anti-aging peptides.  Specially formulated to reduce the appearance of puffiness & dark circles and to increase firmness of the eye area.

                                                                               

Wineaway.com has a fresh citrus scent that removes new or dried red wine-stains on clothing during Oscars social events.. It also works on the carpet to remove coffee, blood, ink, pet accidents and sport-drink stains.

                                                                                 

Edanugo.com  All Over Body Oil, scents in Sandalwood, Lemongrass, Cinnamon and Coriander. Contains a triple combo of natural oils, that improves skin elasticity. It’s a blend of Apricot Kernal Oil,  Jojoba oil, Cucumber Seed Oil with Vitamin E.

                                                                                

Mnhco.net promoted their raw unfiltered honey as a sweetener for tea and coffee. Mike & Niki's organic honey company comes from the local hives found near Santa Cruz County, where the bees only fly a mile from their hive in search of pollen.

                                                                               

In the book Awakening to the Fifth Dimension, author Kimberly Meredith is offering readers a new dimension of healing.
She discovered her healing gifts after two near death experiences in 2013, and she is now traveling the country to speak at events, and offering healing to those in need.
The book is filled with instruction, case studies, testimonials, nutritional advice and practical methods to raise your consciousness. (Amazon.com)

       

TheFigaro.co 100% Organic Kanna Bites without THC is made for deep relaxation.
Plant-based Kanna Bites are crafted to naturally ease stress, and enhance relaxation. Made with the finest Trinitario cacao beans and infused with pure, high-potency Kanna extract.

Glambodyscrubs.co The organic G.L.A.M. face-scrub combines nourishing ingredients such as sea salt, brown sugar, and a blend of healing oils, including grape-seed, jojoba and castor oil, in 6 scents; Brown Sugar, Coffee Craze, Lavender Lush, Lemon Love, MAD About Mango and Strawberry Crush.

ArtLewinBespoke.com is a tailoring service based in Los Angeles, since 1989. They make custom-made suits, shirts, and formal wear for both men and women and gifted guests their unisex classic black bow-tie.

 Acai as served in Brasil, UbatubaAcai.com
19 locations in Los Angeles,  Ventura and Orange Counties. Ubatuba Acai bowls have 6 base ingredients to choose from; Acai, Pitaya, Matcha, Agave Coconut, Overnight Oats and Chia Pudding.

Brand: Chrôma Vegan Essential Schampoo and Conditioner (Amazon.com) https://drinkpathwater.com/     Ultra-purified, reverse osmosis filtered vegan water.

L.Ron Hubbard’s book Self Analysis www.celebritycentre.org

Non-alcoholic Parch Agave cocktails. Drinkparch.com 

https://www.youreverydayaction.org Hollywood based charity.
Bags provided by www.linensociety.com

K-Beauty World presented K-Beauty Mart Pop-Up of Korean Skincare Launches.

 K-Beauty World presented K-Beauty Mart Pop-Up of Korean Skincare Launches for US market.

                                                                        

Sarah Chung Park, CEO of Landing International Inc and K-Beauty World, said "Our vegan products have plant nutrients straight from mother nature, which are free of all animal-derived ingredients”.
"From face creams and serums to sheet masks, we've gathered all of our plant-based skincare products in one place".

(WestHollywoodToday.blogspot.com CA March 2 2025)
Photos and story by Karen Ostlund
                                                                                 

Rael skincare at K-Beauty Pop-Up Mart in Westfield Century City.

                                                                                   

SomeByMe skincare.

K-Beauty World in Westfield Century City launched on March 1st, an immersive pop-up experience that highlighted the best of K-Beauty vegan trends, products and innovations. https://kbeautyworld.com/collections/vegan-skin-care
                                                                               

I'm From skincare.

The event featured interactive displays and the opportunity to explore the latest in skincare and beauty from top K-Beauty brands as:

 LandingInternational.com, Mixsoon.us, TheImFrom.com, SungboonEditor.com, Somebymi.us.com, GetRael.com, m.UnleashiaCosmetics.com, Tocobo.us, Entropy-global.com, m.en.JavindeSeoul.com and en.NuTexture.com
                                                                                  

Mixsoon skincare.

Skincare and makeup from K-Beauty World mix powerful ingredients as deep sea-water, birch sap, soybean and mugwort-extract to promote healthy, radiant skin. Products are certified as green and safe by EWG. KbeautyWorld.com

Highlights from LA Artshow 2025.

 (WestHollywoodToday.blogspot CA February 25 2025)

Photo by Karen Ostlund

                                                                      

(Center), actress  Jenna Dewan with Director Kassandra Voyagis.

The LA Art Show 2025, the city's largest and longest-running art fair, marked its historic 30th anniversary with an exceptional showcase at the Los Angeles Convention Center from February 19-23, 2025. Under the leadership of Producer and Director Kassandra Voyagis, the show presented over 90 international galleries from countries including Europe, Ukraine, South Korea, Turkey, and Canada.

"Los Angeles is home to our show, it has always been. Our city has suffered and endured so much, and I just want to say that we stand with all Angelenos as we continue to recover and rebuild. We are deeply grateful this show could go on, with the city's support," said Voyagis during the opening celebrations. "I want to thank all the galleries, artists, and visitors who joined us for this milestone anniversary. Your participation made this celebration truly special, and we're already looking forward to welcoming everyone back in January 2026."

 Opening Night Premiere was hosted by actress and producer Jenna Dewan. The evening benefited two important initiatives - the American Heart Association's Life is Why™ Campaign, which received 15% of ticket proceeds, and the California Community Foundation's Wildfire Recovery Fund.  

                                                                          

LA's muralist Robert Vargas painted a massive live mural titled "HEROES" in the honor of  the LA County Fire Department.
                                                                             

Viktor Freso's impressive 30-foot "Bear Sculpture”

                                                                                   

"The Birth of the Niemand” sculpture by Victor Freso.

Visitors to the art-show were greeted in the lobby by Viktor Freso's impressive 30-foot "Bear Sculpture,” and inside the fair by his  "The Birth of the Niemand” sculpture. Fredy Hadorn of Licht Feld Gallery (Switzerland), which specializes in paintings and video sculptures, stated: "It was a great show for us, garnering strong interest and sales." Bernard Markowicz of Markowicz Fine Art also saw positive results: "I was genuinely impressed to witness individuals who had lost their homes coming forward to share their experiences and purchase new artwork, embodying a spirit of hope and new beginnings."
                                                                                

Artist Antuan Rodriguez's interactive installation "Left" or "Right" showcased punching bags portraying world leaders and tyrants, allowing attendees to channel their frustrations.

                                                                            

GALLERY DANA BAY (DANA POINT, CALIFORNIA): Bernie Taupin CBE, songwriter and longtime collaborator of Elton John, unveiled a mixed media mural titled "The Wall," showcasing the American flag as a symbol of perseverance.

                                                                                   

DAPHNE ALAZRAKI FINE ART (NEW YORK): Artist Elizabeth Healey's remarkable life-sized dog sculpture "Bowie" crafted from quartz, stone, crystal, glass, ceramic and precious gems drew significant attention.
                                                                         

US HYBRID presented Colombian artist Julian Toro Duque's debut exhibit with "Dark Side of the Sea" (acrylic on fiberglass), demonstrating their commitment to combining technological innovation with artistic advancement.      

 

 

 

Artist Anna Veriki from SNISARENKO GALLERY (UKRAINE): “She, Unbroken” was a stunning group exhibit by Ukrainian-born female artists who have lived through the horrifying experience of war. Through each piece, the artists shared their stories and strength.

                                                                             

Arcadia Contemporary gallery, artist Aaron Westerberg.

The LA Art Show (www.laartshow.com), LA’s longest-running art fair, wrapped up a triumphant 30th anniversary edition, showcasing 90+ global galleries from countries including Ukraine, South Korea, Turkey and Canada. The team is pleased to reveal that the next fair is scheduled for January 7 to 11, 2026 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
                                                                             

Video installation AGUA by artist  Luciana Abait.

The Hollywood Museum’s Black History Month Exhibit “This Joint is Jumpin 2025”.

 The Hollywood Museum’s Black History Month Exhibit
  “This Joint is Jumpin 2025”.

A Celebration of Black Entertainers From Film, TV, and Song.

                                                                         

         (WestHollywoodToday.blogspot CA February 21st 2025)

         Photos by Karen Ostlund
                                                                               

  
Donelle Dadigan, President of The Hollywood Museum and an elite group of personalities, honored Black History Month February 20th, with a new exhibit, “This Joint is Jumpin 2025: It’s a A Celebration of Black Entertainers from Film, TV, and Song.” More than 30 black entertainers are represented in this year’s exhibition with their iconic TV, film and concert costumes, props, as well as personal items and wardrobe worn during public appearances.
                                                                             

Claudette Robinson.

Donelle Dadigan, said “It is with great joy that we continue to honor the contributions of Black Entertainers, with some of the most iconic stars from tv, film, and music. We look forward to fans, of all ages, coming to see these great costumes, gowns, and outfits worn by some of the biggest stars in Hollywood.”
                                                                           

                                                                                    

                                                                                       

                                                                              

Entertainers costumes and memorabilia represented in the new exhibit include: FREDA PAYNE, CLAUDETTE ROBINSON, ROBERT GUILLOME, TED LANGE, LOLA FALANA, TANYA HART, FORREST WHITAKER, ISABEL SANFORD, SHERMAN HEMSLEY, MARLA GIBBS, WHITNEY HOUSTON, THE POINTER SISTERS, EARTHA KITT, DENZEL WASHINGTON, NELL CARTER, EDDIE MURPHY, ERNIE HUDSON, WESLEY SNIPES, DON CHEADLE, VIOLA DAVIS, IDRIS ELBA, WILL SMITH, PHIL MORRIS, GREG MORRIS, LAVERNE COX, NATALIE COLE, DIANA ROSS, LENA HORNE, STRAIGHT OUTA COMPTON, DEBRA WILSON, SUGAR RAY LEONARD and MUHAMMAD ALI.
www.thehollywoodmuseum.com  1660 N. Highland Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028.

LA Art Show’s 30th anniversary edition returns Feb 19-23 2025 at LA Convention Center.

 LA Art Show’s 30th anniversary edition returns Feb 19-23 2025 at LA Convention Center.

(WestHollywoodToday.blogspot, CA February 5 2025) By Karen Ostlund

 As LA’s largest and longest-running art-fair with over 100 global exhibitors, the 30th anniversary edition of LA Art Show promises a wide collection of international art from young American artist Daniel Yocum - to famed British poet and artist Arch Hades, as well as powerful and war-inspired works by female Ukrainian artists.

British poet and artist Arch Hades.

The 2025 edition will also welcome new local and international galleries including LICHT FELD Gallery (Switzerland); Gama Gallery (Turkey), Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery (UK), L.E.Gallery (Belgium), K+Y Contemporary Art (Paris), Casterline|Goodman Gallery (Aspen), Arcadia Contemporary (New York) and Fabrik Projects (Los Angeles).

“Art is most impactful when it transcends borders and diversity is our strength,” said LA Art Show’s director & producer, Kassandra Voyagis. "LA Art Show has played a significant role in LA’s global art epicenter for 3 decades, and worked on to offer a range of price points to established art collectors".
                                                                                

American artist Daniel Yocum.

LA Art Show 2025 will showcase "Artistic Voices from Around the World":
                                                                              

"Celebrating Diversity" by Chiachio & Giannone presented by MOLAA.

                  • The fair’s popular non-commercial platform “DIVERSEartLA,” will be returning with a compelling retrospective and highlighting diversity. Three of the featured installations include: "Celebrating Diversity" by Chiachio & Giannone presented by MOLAA, "Dactiloscopia Rosa: Video Art and QUEER Constructions" curated by Nestor Prieto and presented by Museo La Neomudejar (Madrid, Spain) and Carlos Martiel | Cauce/Riverbed curated by Marisa Caichiolo.
                                                                             

‘Isle,’ a tribute to the island of San Michele in Veneto by Arch Hades.

                  • LICHT FELD GALLERY (SWITZERLAND): Multidisciplinary artist & bestselling poet, Arch Hades – named the highest paid living poet in the world in 2021 – presents her sculpture the ‘Isle,’ a tribute to the island of San Michele in Veneto. Situated between the main islands of Venice and Murano, the entire island is a cemetery known as the ‘island of the dead’. This sculpture began from the line of poetry ‘poems, like gravestones, marking where love lies’, etched in Arch Hades’ handwriting on the black, polished ‘lagoon’ plane. The ‘graves’ of the island themselves are represented by many books forming the sculptures’ distinctive shape.
                                                                           

Artist FEROS at SNISARENKO GALLERY (UKRAINE)

                  • SNISARENKO GALLERY (UKRAINE): “She, Unbroken” brings together Ukrainian-born female artists who have lived through the horrifying experience of war. Through each piece, the artists share their resilience and strength, navigating the challenge of staying connected to who they were while adapting to who they are becoming.
                                                                             

Roberto Vivo's "The Human Tribe Totem".

                  • CORAL GALLERY (MIAMI) Roberto Vivo's sculptural works will be showcased, including his highlight piece "The Human Tribe Totem," a large-scale bronze sculpture, which debuted at the 2024 Venice Biennale, standing 77 x 95 inches tall. The work embodies the artist's vision of human diversity and inviting viewers to understand the relationship between form and space.

                  •  CASTERLINE|GOODMAN GALLERY (ASPEN): Young American artist, Daniel Yocum has gained recognition for his unique approach to figurative abstract expressionism infused with hip-hop aesthetics. His distinctive style is characterized by vivid colors and lurking marks of black, often incorporating imagery of cars and flowers.
                                                                               

STEAM ROBOT by artist Steel Che (Youngkwan Choi).

                  •  ART IN DONGSAN (SOUTH KOREA):  Sculptural works from Steel Che (Youngkwan Choi) re-purpose industrial materials into artistic forms with the exhibition's centerpiece, "Steam Robot," demonstrating his mastery of traditional craftsmanship along with his ability to transform industrial materials into large-scale and provoking art.
                                                                                 

Artist Hannah Ludnow.

                  • COLUMBIA ROAD GALLERY (LONDON, UK): The gallery brings the pulse of East London's vibrant art scene to LA Art Show. Primarily focused on up-and-coming UK-based artists.The gallery will present works by four notable artists: Kate Boxer, Thomas Gosebruch, Hannah Ludnow, and Jonathan Schofield.
                                                                            

•  DANUBIANA MUSESUM (SLOVAKIA): Viktor Freso’s breathtaking 30-foot Bear Sculpture will be located in the lobby as a symbol of power and resilience, setting the tone for the event as bigger, braver and more ambitious than ever before.

Tickets are at www.laartshow.com with 15% of proceeds donated to the American Heart Association’s Life is Why TM campaign.