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Hollywood’s first 50 years, until the freeway paved paradise in 1954
Grand Opening of the Hollywood Roosevelt’s Pool
In 1950, the Hollywood Roosevelt expanded with a million-dollar tropical resort and pool.
Jul 4, 2024
Cinegrill: Roosevelt Hotel’s Film-Themed Hotspot
Hollywood Roosevelt hotspot Cinegrill paid tribute to the motion picture industry of past, present, and future.
Dec 18, 2023
Miss Hollywood 1939
On Dec. 29, 1938, Iris Waltrip was crowned Miss Hollywood! The 18-year-old high school senior — who was actually from Glendale — unanimously beat out four other finalists, whittled down from a pool of 1,000 contestants, at the Roosevelt Hotel. Miss Hollywood 1939, Iris Waltrip (USC) Clad in a white satin swimsuit “and a charming smile,” the 5'4" stunner was noted for being 114 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes.
Dec 29, 2022
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