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Celebrity Homes Tour: The Real Hollywood Experience!

See the "real hollywood" on this one-of-a-kind, star-studded adventure, the celebrity homes tour is an experience of a lifetime.

Come see the playground of the rich and famous with your local experts!

Get the most out of your time in Los Angeles with this comprehensive tour that passes LA hot spots, famous landmarks, celebrity homes, while looking for Celebrities along the way!

Travel between sites on an open-air bus with interactive narration from your driver-guide that offers great photo opportunities along the way. Highlights include the Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Beverley Hills, the Sunset Strip, Rodeo Drive, West Hollywood, and a selection of famous homes and celebrity hotspots. Keep your cameras at the ready you might spot a celebrity!!!

Remember, L.A. traffic is one of a kind – this tour is approximately 2 hours, with traffic permitting of course! We also strongly recommend checking the weather for the day of your tour & the listed websites for our stops to plan your dress accordingly.

Please arrive 15-minutes prior to your scheduled departure time so the group can depart on time.

Departures...

This tour departs hourly every day between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

Celebrity homes we see may include...

Here are just a few of the famous celebrity homes we may pass by on the tour, depending on the day:

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Justin timberlake, elvis presley, johnny depp, marilyn monroe, quentin tarantino, michael jackson, & possibly many more, highlights you'll see on the tour....

Here are just a few of the famous landmarks and celebrity hotspots you’ll see on our tour…

The Walk of Fame

The hollywood sign, mullholland drive, hollywood hills, laurel canyon, beverly hills, the beverly hills sign, 15-minute stop, rodeo drive, west hollywood, the sunset strip, tcl chinese theatre, dolby theater, famous landmarks, movie & t.v filming locations, celebrity homes, celebrity spotting's, & much more, celebrity homes tour: the real hollywood experience photo gallery.

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Within 24 hours of departure time (for full-price tickets only).

All tour guides are Hollywood locals and provide commentary, jokes, and stories about LA and Hollywood's hotspots.

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We spot stars, cruise by their homes, see all the Hollywood and Los Angeles, California hot spots and everything in between. At Hollywood Bus Tours, we believe that there is a better way to offer tours than the industry standard. Because at the end of the day, who wants to be standard?

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Ultimate Hollywood Tours

The #1 rated hollywood, beverly hills, & celebrity home tour in hollywood, ultimate hollywood tours: where stars and stories come alive.

Experience the pinnacle of luxury tours with our 5-star service, featuring state-of-the-art heated and air-conditioned vans. With convenient locations on both Sunset Boulevard and Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame, our expert tour guides are ready to make your trip unforgettable.

Celebrity Home Hollywood Tour

Embark on a 2-hour journey through the celebrity homes in Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Explore over 60 iconic sites, including Rodeo Drive and the Hollywood Sign. Adult tickets at $44, children at $34.

"Taste Of L.A." Los Angeles Tour

Experience LA like never before in this 5 and a half hour comprehensive tour. From the Santa Monica Pier to the Griffith Observatory, get a taste of all LA has to offer. Adult tickets at $84, children at $70.

The Perfect Day in L.A. Combo Tour

Are you ready for the day in L.A. of your dreams? This combination bus tour combines the best of two of our most popular tours into the ULTIMATE Hollywood bus tour experience!

See Hollywood From A New Perspective!

Step beyond the velvet rope and experience Hollywood as you’ve never seen it before. With Ultimate Hollywood Tours, you’re not just a spectator; you’re a part of the story. Our expert guides offer insider knowledge and behind-the-scenes insights that transform the City of Stars from a place on a map into a living, breathing character in your L.A. adventure.

Discover Hollywood History!

Journey with us through time as we unveil the secrets of Hollywood’s illustrious past. From the golden age of cinema to the modern-day marvels, our tours offer a comprehensive look at the milestones that shaped Tinseltown.

See Famous Movie Locations!

Walk in the footsteps of your favorite stars as we take you to iconic movie locations scattered throughout Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Whether it’s the glamorous shops of Rodeo Drive featured in ‘Pretty Woman’ or the legendary Hollywood Sign!

Multiple Photo Opportunities!

Capture the magic of Hollywood with your as we stop at the most Instagram-worthy spots. From the stunning overlook of the Hollywood Sign to the bustling Walk of Fame, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to snap the perfect shot.

You've Seen Us On TV!

When it comes to Hollywood tours, we’re the industry’s first choice for a reason. From reality TV shows to late-night comedy, our tours have been featured across various platforms, making us a celebrity in our own right. Check out some of the memorable moments we’ve had on screen:

GQ's Star Guide

The GQ Show in the UK used our tour to promote a Will Ferrell film, with Will himself taking over as a surprise celebrity guide.

Wahlberg Waves

Mark Wahlberg spontaneously joined one of our tours, creating a viral moment that made headlines on Los Angeles local news.

Conan's Surprise

The Conan O’Brien show featured us in a hilarious segment with Adam Sandler, surprising both guests and our tour guide.

Kardashian Camouflage

MTV partnered with us for a fan-favorite episode of ‘Keeping Up with the Kardashians,’ where Kylie, Khloe, and Kendall toured incognito.

Happy Birthday, Keanu!

One lucky tour bus full of guests had the unique experience of singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to Keanu Reeves right outside his home.

Blackish Debut

Our tour bus had a cameo in the Emmy-winning ABC show ‘Blackish,’ appearing in the opening minutes of the pilot episode.

Bublé's Holiday

Michael Bublé chose us for his NBC Christmas Special, touring Hollywood and Beverly Hills with celebrity friends like Gigi Hadid and Blake Shelton.

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We give you the best experience and value for your money and our thousands of five star reviews prove they’re the best. For private tours and large groups, call us at (323) 915-1889. We accept both credit and debit cards. Your privacy is important to us; we will never share your data.

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The original Celebrity Homes Tour Since 1935! Hollywood's most popular top-rated Celebrity Stars homes Tour. Accept no imitations!

This tour takes two hours from start to finish. Slight delays may occur due to traffic conditions

This tour is provided in English. For our Spanish Celebrity homes tour please see our Spanish tour section

Tours depart from the StarLine Tours kiosk located in front of the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Blvd. 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Enter our underground parking garage from Highland Ave. in front of Loews Hollywood or from Orange Court between Hollywood Blvd. and Franklin Ave. Parking Rates: $2.00 every 20 minutes; $6.00 every hour Daily Maximum of $20.00 Enjoy up to 2 hours for $3 with validation by participating shops and restaurants. Enjoy up to 4 hours for $3 with validation from the TCL Chinese Theatre and the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. Regular parking rate applies thereafter. Please note: Dolby Theatre and the Ray Dolby Ballroom do not validate. Valet Daily Maximum of $30.00

Wheelchair assistance is available on request. We can accommodate 1 wheelchair per bus. Please check the box during checkout to make a request!

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.

The Original Celebrity Homes Tour Since 1935, is the Ultimate Hollywood Experience!

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Tour Stops & Points of Interest

• Entertaining guides showing exclusive areas and hot spots
• Beverly Hills celebrities neighborhood & mansions!
• Historical and iconic landmarks
• TCL Chinese Theatre
• Dolby Theatre
• Mulholland Dr Overlook of Studios, Downtown LA
• Sunset Strip, The birthplace of the LA Music Scene
• Rodeo Drive shopping District
• Dozens of film and TV locations

Historical Sites:

• Whisky A Go -Go
• Beverly Hills sign
• Capitol Records Building
• Hollywood Murals-You Are the Star
• Hollywood & La Brea Gateway (The Four Ladies of Hollywood Gazebo)

Starline’s Hollywood tour is fun, with over 80 years of history, LA’s most experienced and entertaining tour guides travel to Hollywood’s legendary landmarks delivering the city of LA’s most popular an unforgettable Hollywood adventure.

-Our professional guides spot more celebrity, see more homes and tell more history than anyone else. -Our intimate small open-top vehicles go to more places. -See where celebrities work, play, live and create stories.

Hollywood Boulevard

The Original Celebrity Hollywood Tour is the first and only tour company found where the historical Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre are located on the Hollywood Blvd.

Discover the history of filming locations, where the biggest Hollywood stories broke, the hottest clubs’ celebrities frequent and iconic attractions like The Hollywood Bowl, Capital Records building and where celebrities eat and shop.

Mulholland Drive & The Hollywood Sign

Drive along Hollywood Hills most scenic Mulholland Drive with panoramic views of The Hollywood sign, downtown Los Angeles, Griffith Observatory, Universal, Warner Bros and Disney studios overlook, and stars homes built into the Santa Monica mountains 1700 feet above sea level just miles away.

The Sunset Strip

The Sunset Strip is legendary worldwide. Its allure of yesteryear…a time when it was known as the playground to old-guard Hollywood elite, and offers premier collection of boutiques, restaurants, rock clubs, nightclubs and upscale shopping that are consistently featured in the world’s best lists, luring eclectic crowds from all corners of the world.

From the Whiskey A Go-Go were Jim Morrison and the Doors became the house band, The Rainbow Bar & Grill with frequent rocker guests and where Joe DiMaggio had his first date with Marilyn Monroe., The Roxy, home to the Rocky Horror Picture Show and the Sky Bar owned by Cindy Crawford’s husband Randy Gerber. Also see the Viper Room, where River Phoenix died, The Tower Bar used to be Bugsy Siegel’s apartment and The Comedy Store where many famous comedians got their start, such as Jim Carrey, Michael Keaton and David Letterman.

Beverly Hills

The Original Movie Stars’ Homes Tour created in 1935 is the most famous and popular tour in Los Angeles. Our professional guests bring you to the most exclusive Beverly Hills opulent estates, and the actual places where they live, work, eat and play.

Discover the juicy secrets and fascinating history of celebrity homes on this up-close-and-personal tour of the Hollywood celebrity lifestyle you've read about and seen on television!

Don’t settle for anything less than “the original...and the best!”

Celebrity Homes

You may see star homes such as: Michael Jackson, Al Pacino, Halle Berry, Dr. Phil, Lucille Ball, Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Elton John, Simon Cowell, Ozzy Osbourne, Charlize Theron, Bob Barker, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, Carrie Fisher, Gwen Stefani, Will Ferrell, and more!

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Experience a Hollywood tour like never before! Select from our 2 hour Hollywood Bus Tour of Celebrity Homes or our 5 1/2 hour Los Angeles City Tour. Explore through top sites from, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, The Sunset Strip, see Movie Stars' Celebrity Homes and much more all in the comfort of an open-air passenger bus with comfortable and shaded seating.

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Experience Hollywood's most popular sightseeing bus tour! Our Hollywood tour of Celebrity Homes are fully narrated by our fun and entertaining tour guides. Tour Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip, Movie Stars' Celebrity Homes and much more. 

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Our most complete Hollywood bus tour of Los Angeles! Our Los Angeles sightseeing tour enables you to see all that Los Angeles has to offer, with 4 convenient stops. See iconic sights like, The Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, The Farmers Market, La Brea Tar Pits, Griffith Park Observatory and much more.

  Adults: $89 | Children: $74

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The 8 Best Hollywood Tours

See celebrity homes, top attractions and fun sights on these engaging tours of one of LA's hottest neighborhoods.

Many tours cruise down the scenic Rodeo Drive, which is home to high-end stores that celebrities frequent. Keep an eye out for the stars on your Hollywood tour. (Getty Images)

Hollywood's glitz, glamour and celebrities have always held a fascination for travelers. Tourists journey to Los Angeles from all over the world to catch a glimpse of the city's famous residents or scope out iconic filming locations. For a behind-the-scenes peek at Hollywood's unknown tales and secrets, enlist the help of a local by signing up for a guided tour. Researching both expert opinion and traveler sentiment, U.S. News selected the best Hollywood tours.

Big Bus Tours Los Angeles – TMZ Celebrity Tour

Price: From $59 for adults; from $49 with kids Duration: 2 hours

TMZ, known for its celebrity news-fueled television show and website, operates this bus tour that takes travelers through Hollywood in the hopes of seeing their favorite celebrities. During the two-hour trip, TMZ guides will take you to celebrity hangouts in West Hollywood, Beverly Hills the Sunset Strip and more. The guides even bring video cameras in case a passing celebrity is willing to give an interview. Many patrons say the tour is fun, even without seeing any stars, and applaud the entertaining guides.

Tours run multiple times daily. Tickets cost $59 for adults and $49 for kids ages 3 to 12. Children younger than 2 are not permitted.

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Ultimate Hollywood Tours – Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour

Price: From $39 for adults; from $29 for kids Duration: 2 hours

Keep your eyes peeled for Hollywood A-listers on this two-hour open-top bus tour, which promises to drive by dozens of celebrity homes. The bus will also cruise down Rodeo Drive and pass by the Hollywood Walk of Fame landmark and the Beverly Hills Hotel , among other celebrity haunts. Visitors appreciate the guides' sense of humor and knowledge. They also say this is an excellent way to see the major attractions in Hollywood in a short amount of time.

The tours depart multiple times daily. Tickets cost $39 for adults, $29 for children ages 2 to 9 and $5 for infants. There is a booking fee added to the tour price. If you're hoping to see even more of Los Angeles, consider the company's 5.5-hour excursion that includes an hourlong stop in Santa Monica .

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The Real Los Angeles Tours – The Real Hollywood Tour

Price: From $40 Duration: 2 hours

During this historic walking tour, travelers will learn why Hollywood – once a farming town – was selected by movie industry pioneers in the early 20th century. The two-hour tour also stops at unique sights, such as the oldest house in Hollywood. But major attractions aren't forgotten either: You can expect to see the Capitol Records Building, the Dolby Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, among other sights. Reviewers enjoy the informative guides, and even locals say they discover things they never knew about the city.

Tours are offered daily at 10 a.m. and cost $40 for adults; children 12 and younger tour for free. You can also opt to combine this tour with the company's Central Downtown LA tour for a comprehensive, three-hour historical overview of the city.

Open Bus Tours – Movie Star Home Tour

Price: From $35 for adults; from $25 for kids Duration: 2 hours

Admire the mansions of Hollywood's rich and famous as you wind through LA's posh neighborhoods on this two-hour, open-air bus tour. Then, pass by iconic sights, such as the Hollywood sign and Mulholland Drive, before cruising along Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip and other well-known Hollywood locales. Most reviewers give the tour high marks, applauding the amusing and informative guides.

Ticket prices start at $35 for adults, $25 for kids ages 2 to 11 and $20 for infants. Tours are available Thursday through Monday; they depart every two hours between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. each operating day. Private tours are also an option.

Bikes and Hikes LA – Hollywood Sign Hike

Price: From $34 Duration: 2.5 hours

For a unique and sunshine-filled Hollywood tour, opt for this 2.5-hour hike to the Hollywood sign. Highlights include a view of Griffith Observatory , panoramic views from Mount Hollywood and local guides who also double as actors and comedians. Along the 4-mile round-trip hike, you might even see local celebrities walking their dogs. Tour-takers love the views, informative guides and the overall experience.

The company offers both morning and afternoon guided hikes. The exact meeting times vary, depending on the time of the year, but there is typically a morning departure and a late afternoon departure. Bikes and Hikes LA recommends wearing sunscreen, sunglasses and sneakers, and bringing a camera or smartphone for all those Instagram-worthy views. Tickets start at $34 per person. The company also offers three different bike tours around Hollywood and LA.

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Hollywood City Tours – The Original Hollywood Tour

Price: From $45 for adults; from $35 for kids Duration: 2 hours

According to travelers, this tour is worthwhile if you're only in Los Angeles for a short amount of time, as you cover a lot of ground in just two hours. You'll cruise along Rodeo Drive and the Sunset Strip in an open-top bus as your driver (who doubles as your guide) shares interesting tidbits and historical information. Reviewers compliment the personable, entertaining guides, who they say tailor the tour to the group's interests. Along with celebrity homes belonging to A-listers like Katy Perry and Leonardo DiCaprio, you'll also drive past Hollywood landmarks like the Hollywood Bowl, Chateau Marmont and the Pantages Theatre.

Tours operate daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets for adults cost approximately $45; tickets for kids 11 and younger cost $35. If you're hoping to hit all of LA's top sights, consider the company's seven-hour Grand LA Tour.

Access Hollywood Tours – Celebrity Homes & Hollywood Sign Tour

Price: From $44 for adults; from $34 for kids Duration: 2 hours

Reviewers say this Hollywood sightseeing tour is lots of fun thanks to the engaging, personable guides. They also praise the beautiful scenery and report seeing plenty of iconic landmarks and celebrity homes. On this two-hour tour, you'll board an open-top bus in search of celebrity homes belonging to the likes of Mick Jagger and Madonna, as well as Hollywood must-sees like Greystone Mansion, Rodeo Drive, the Sunset Strip and more.

Tours are available Thursday through Tuesday starting at 10:30 a.m. until around 4:30 p.m. Tours may be available daily, depending on the month. Tickets cost $44 for passengers ages 12 and older and $34 for children ages 3 to 11; infants 2 and younger can ride for $10.

Surf City Tours – The Perfect Los Angeles Tour

Price: From $89 for adults; from $75 for kids Duration: 5.5 hours

See the best of both Hollywood and Los Angeles on this half-day tour, which lasts approximately 5.5 hours. Departing from Santa Monica Pier , the bus tour features several stops, including the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Rodeo Drive and The Original Farmers Market . Along with celebrity homes belonging to stars like Bruno Mars, Al Pacino and Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, you'll cruise past famous music venues, such as The Viper Room and Whisky a Go Go. Reviewers say the tour flies by thanks to the knowledgeable guides, who are well-versed in celebrity culture. Travelers also appreciate the time allotted for each stop and say they captured great photos.

Tours are available at 10 a.m. and noon daily. Tickets cost $89 for participants ages 14 and older and $75 for children 13 and younger and seniors 65 and older. Children younger than 2 can ride for free. If you're short on time, consider the company's two-hour Hollywood tour.

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The TMZ Hollywood Selfie Tour will be the ride of your life, because you're gonna leave L.A. with a pic portfolio that'll make your Instagram besties drip with envy!!

We will take you to the biggest landmarks in Hollywood -- the Walk of Fame , the legendary Paramount Studio gates, the Beverly Hills Shield , the Paul Smith Pink Wall and so much more.

SEE THE SELFIES!

Our guide will give you the lowdown on all the locations, and show you precisely where you can shoot your best shot.

It's super fun taking a ride in the TMZ busses -- the most comfy around -- seeing the sights that make L.A. one of the greatest tourist destinations in the world.

Book your tickets now and keep your eyes peeled and your cameras ready… there’s a good chance we’ll see celebrities along the way.

Have tour questions? Check out the TMZ Selfie Tour FAQ page for more tour details.

The TMZ Celebrity Tour is actually more than a tour -- it's a 2-hour show on wheels , where we take you to the hottest, most interesting and infamous places in town ... and along the way there's a good bet you're gonna see a celeb !

Join our awesome TMZ guides who take you on a 2-hour tour through Hollywood , West Hollywood and Beverly Hills . You'll hear all about the places that have made headlines, and you'll get inside dish to boot! You'll also see video and photos that bring these locations to life.

Now, as for seeing celebrities ... we see them all the time -- Kim Kardashian , Ben Affleck , Justin Bieber , Rihanna , Vanna White , Diddy , Sly Stallone , The Rock , Kevin Hart , Dave Chappelle , Mariah Care y, ALL the "Selling Sunset" stars, S ofia Richie , Charli D'Amelio , Lizzo , Lance Bass , Mark Wahlberg , Jay Leno , Howie Mandel , John Legend , Jeremy Piven , Jared Leto and every Real Housewife you can name!  And that's a VERY small, partial list.

And our bus ... it's the best, most luxurious in town, with plush seats, phone chargers, and a state-of-the-art audio/video system!

And there are games and prizes along the way.

Have tour questions? Check out the TMZ Celebrity Tour FAQ page for more tour details.

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Places In Los Angeles Where You're Most Likely To Spot Celebrities

Posted: November 13, 2023 | Last updated: November 13, 2023

Catching a glimpse of famous people is predominantly a game of chance, but you drastically increase your odds when you stick around Los Angeles, the City of Angels. As the most populous metropolis in California, it's known as the Entertainment Capital of the World for good reason. Especially in neighborhoods like Hollywood, the passion for superstardom borderlines a religion, where the sidewalk is engraved with iconic names, and celebrity impersonators will demand a few dollars for a selfie.

However, there is an art to the chase. You are unlikely to bump into a movie star casually walking down Hollywood Boulevard, ready to strike a pose. Instead, to find a celebrity, one must become a celebrity. You need to learn where they eat, where they shop, and where they stay when they are in town. But more importantly, remember that the essence of L.A. is playing it cool. Hence, if you do come across your hero, please don't rudely shove your camera into their face, interrupting their day with your screams of worship. Because, believe it or not, they are humans too, so treat them with respect. Keeping that in mind, here are the hottest places where the rich and famous flock together.

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Craig's Restaurant

If there's one L.A. eatery that is famous for the famous, it would be Craig's . Located in Melrose, West Hollywood, it holds the reputation as the go-to restaurant where you are most likely to spot a celebrity. Frequenters include Kim Kardashian, Kanye West, and Justin Bieber.

You will have to make a reservation for Craig's far in advance and possibly fight through swarms of paparazzi to get through the doors. But, once inside, you can enjoy your trendy meal sitting amongst the stars, even if The Los Angeles Times reviewed the menu as "mostly mediocre," complete with a one-star rating. Irrespective of this negativity, L.A.'s celebrities favor Craig's over other options due to its emphasis on privacy. Thanks to its tinted windows feature, these well-known faces can relax without those snooping lenses documenting their every move. For this reason, you best keep your excitement to yourself if you happen upon George Clooney or Angelina Jolie. Otherwise, you may be asked to leave. 

Beverly Hills Hotel

The Beverly Hills Hotel is up there with the most recognizable names in the world. Established in 1912 on Sunset Boulevard, they've seen every generation of A-grade celebrity come and go, from Marilyn Monroe to John Lennon, Mark Wahlberg to Heidi Klum, and everyone in between. The mythology behind this location is so potent that "Hotel California" by The Eagles (one of the highest-regarded rock songs of all time) is loosely based on the accommodation. For further proof, you can even find the "pink palace" on the "Hotel California" album cover.

If you have the money, book a room and spend your days tanning around the Cabana Café, their notorious poolside restaurant. Wait here for long enough, and you're bound to see some Hollywood royalty getting up to mischief. However, like any respectable celebrity safe haven, the discretion of its guests is paramount. Hence, if they catch you taking photographs, you'll find yourself bouncing to the curb in a flash.

Chris McMillan Salon

Chris is such a revered celebrity hairstylist that he has become a celebrity himself, going on to write a column for Allure Magazine for over a decade. And while his client list may be impressive, these big names are surprisingly overshadowed by the man's work itself. In 2012, Chris was the master scissors behind Miley Cyrus' new punk look. In 2014, he looked after Kim Kardashian's locks for her wedding with Kanye West. And in 2017, the world was shocked by McMillan's controversial buzzcut on top of Katy Perry.

Still not impressed? Then how about Chris McMillan's crowning achievement as the inventor of The Rachel style that Jennifer Aniston wore on the TV show "Friends?" That's why, if you need a trim, live like a superstar and consider visiting Chris McMillan Salon in Beverly Hills. The chop will cost you anywhere between $200 to nearly $1,000, but you could find yourself seated next to Bruno Mars or Mark Ronson, so ... worth it?

Musso & Frank Grill

Founded in 1919, Musso & Frank Grill is Hollywood's oldest restaurant, meaning its career has persevered for longer than most of its famous clientele. Back in the Golden Age of Hollywood, people like Alfred Hitchcock and Frank Sinatra spent hours dining on this premises, while Charlie Chaplin had his own booth, which remains to this day. These personalities of yesteryear may be long gone, but L.A.'s "who's hot" still frequents the grill, with Jack Nicholson, Paul Dano, and Mila Kunis spotted in recent times. Part of the appeal comes with the venue's private room, used exclusively for film industry professionals to discuss projects.

Because of its historical significance, the eatery is featured in too many films to count, including "Ed Wood," "La La Land," "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood," and "Ocean's Eleven." Musso & Frank Grill is such a star, in fact, that the Hollywood Walk of Fame gifted the restaurant with its own star on the street, the first of its kind to achieve the honor.

Runyon Canyon

Chasing celebrities across L.A. can be such a tiresome business; hence, you might as well get some exercise while you do it. That's why the trails around Runyon Canyon Park are a goldmine for star activity. Its gorgeous greenery and liberal off-leash dog policies make it a favorite hiking spot for Los Angeles  locals to accumulate their daily steps.

So strap on your running shoes and enjoy the many treks available over this 160-acre land. Best-case scenario, you may bump into one of the numerous superstars who frequent this path, including Charlize Theron, Natalie Portman, Justin Bieber, Channing Tatum, and Matthew McConaughey. Worst case scenario, you burn calories and breathe in a healthy dose of fresh oxygen away from the city smog. If you're feeling particularly fit, aim for the park's highest point, Indian Rock. At 1,320 feet, the expansive views might impress you far more than any famous person could.

Jimmy Kimmel Live!

If you prefer to keep your celebrity spottings simple and guaranteed, there's no better strategy than to attend a talk show. When in L.A., "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" is your best bet, as it films every Monday to Thursday at the Hollywood Masonic Temple. The list of guests Kimmel has welcomed into his studio would fill an article of its own, but you can get a fair idea by watching his hilarious segments of Mean Tweets , where celebrities read the awful posts people write about them on Twitter/X.

Tickets to "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" are free if you're lucky enough to grab them, so keep refreshing the schedule to see who's on, and then click the request button as fast as your finger can manage. Just ensure you pack a valid I.D. that proves you are older than 18, and arrive 30 to 45 minutes before the filming time. And don't forget to wear something nice in case the TV cameras suddenly turn to face you.

Nobu Malibu

Made for the stars by the stars, Nobu Hospitality is co-owned by Robert De Niro and operates hotels and restaurants worldwide. Chef mastermind Nobu Matsuhisa is behind the name, and his signature dishes are considered a "fusion cuisine" that mixes traditional Japanese cooking with Peruvian ingredients. The result is a highly regarded but dizzyingly expensive experience, with a single piece of sushi costing up to $17. But you know what they say, "You can't make an omelet without breaking some eggs," and you can't hang around celebrities without breaking the bank.

Thankfully, the chances of seeing familiar faces in Nobu Malibu are promising. The patron list is eye-watering but features the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Angelina Jolie, Machine Gun Kelly, Demi Lovato, and Chris Rock (to mention so very few!). For an additional jewel in Nodu's clout crown, Future and Drake name-dropped the establishment six times in the song "Jumpman."

Chateau Marmont

Celebrity residents treasure Chateau Marmont so profoundly that its name has spread across every entertainment medium imaginable. You can find this West Hollywood Hotel featured in several Oscar-winning films, including 2016's "La La Land" and 2018's "A Star Is Born". This reputation extends to the music industry too, with Lily Allen, Lana Del Rey, and Panic! At The Disco mentioning the venue in their lyrics. Anthony Kiedis from the Red Hot Chili Peppers went as far as to state that "The Chateau Marmont is probably the most beautiful soulful building in all of Hollywood, in an interview with Louder . "

Such an extensive resume speaks at deafening volumes, so much so that the Chateau Marmont has become more famous than its tenants themselves. So, if you're not worried about saving money in L.A ., simply hang around this lobby for a few hours, and you will likely spot multiple celebrities in a single sitting. Otherwise, you may even get lucky by the doors, but be careful with the photography, as security won't hesitate to chase you away if they deem you a nuisance.

Everyone needs some retail therapy sometimes, and celebrities are no different. That is where The Grove comes in. It's a high-end shopping mall perfectly equipped to serve the rich and famous. This complex is also part of the iconic Original Farmers Market, where more than 100 vendors cater to every taste. Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys even owned a health food store here in the late 1960s called Radiant Radish. He sometimes managed the counter himself while wearing his pajamas!

With restaurants, cinemas, and an hourly music fountain, there is always something to catch your attention at The Grove. However, the Barnes & Noble bookstore may be your greatest celeb gamble, with many big names launching their books here, including Jenny McCarthy, Nicole Richie, Jimmy Fallon, and Neil Patrick Harris. Keep an eye on The Groves' Barnes & Noble featured events page and meet the stars who will happily give you their signature (as long as you purchase their latest product, of course).

TCL Chinese Theatre

TCL Chinese Theatre (otherwise known as Grauman's Chinese Theatre) opened in 1927 and is now a world-famous movie palace that has stitched its name into the fabric of L.A. folklore. With its unmistakable East Asian architecture, it manages to stand out even among the craziness of Hollywood Boulevard, drawing attention from tourists and entertainment royalty alike. That is why it's the go-to choice for legendary film premiers, such as "The Wizard of Oz" in 1939, "Star Wars: Episode IV, A New Hope" in 1977, and "Inception" in 2010. From 1944 to 1946, the establishment hosted the Academy Awards ceremony, but that honor has since permanently relocated to the Dolby Theatre, a five-minute walk away.

Of course, one can never predict a celebrity spotting, but if the TCL Chinese Theatre proves unfruitful, you can always compare your palm size to the handprints of history's most prominent names. With close to 200 imprints in the concrete, some of the more interesting examples to scout out include Daniel Radcliffe's Harry Potter wand, Marilyn Monroe's earring, and Mel Brooks' sixth prosthetic finger.

Born in Serbia, Dan Tana climbed his way up the American dream, playing professional football, taking minor roles in films like "The Untouchables" and "Peter Gunn," and launching an eatery on Santa Monica Boulevard. In 1966, the Los Angeles Times dubbed the eatery the best new Italian restaurant in L.A., and since then, it has been a whirlwind of superstar activity. Jack Nicholson has sipped drinks here for around five decades. Cameron Diaz credits Dan Tana's as her first restaurant meal ever, remaining a loyal patron to this day. And baby Drew Barrymore famously had her nappy changed on the bar.

A major key to Dan Tana's success is its location, a cool 30-minute walk from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) headquarters. This means that if you happen to be at the right place at the right time, you could catch one of their legendary post-Oscar parties. Here, the likes of Mick Jagger, Madonna, and George Clooney were known to drink until 5:30 a.m.

TMZ Celebrity Tour

If anyone knows anything about hunting celebrities in the wild, it would be the tabloid news organization TMZ. After building their career at the gossip forefront, their reputation isn't exactly the kindest you'll hear in the city. Understandable criticism has followed many of their decisions, for example, when they reported on Kobe Bryant's passing before his next of kin was notified or when they purchased stolen items from the fourth Indiana Jones installment. However, if you can temporarily set your morals aside, TMZ offers a celebrity bus tour, which drives you around the most important landmarks in Beverly Hills, the Sunset Strip, and Hollywood.

Of course, there are never any guarantees that you'll come across your favorite actor, but if TMZ couldn't find them, rest assured that nobody could. However, even without any payoff, you'll still enjoy your trip as you learn insider information about this crazy neighborhood while seated on a comfortable leather chair with your phone charging by your side. Interested? Then book the  TMZ Celebrity Tour ! Not interested? Never fear, for there are various other Hollywood tour options  to check out.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood

If you're getting desperate, one surefire way to encounter celebrities is to corner them at their place of work. And when you're talking about studios bustling with talent, there are not many examples that can top the mighty Warner Bros. Unsurprisingly, you won't be permitted to simply stroll into the lot and shake hands with the first actor you come across, but you can book a  Warner Bros. Studio Tour  for only $70.  That price gets you an expert guide who will point out the sets you've seen a million times on your TV, including the genuine couch and fountain from the Friends opening credits.

Much like anything in life, there is no promise about who you may or may not bump into here. However, to increase your probability, you should eat your lunch at the Commissary Fine Dining Room, where stars and directors frequently sit to discuss projects. And while you're in the area, you might as well grab a cup of coffee at the recreated cafe where Emma Stone worked in "La La Land."

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

While statistics are in your favor, when it comes to meeting famous names in Los Angeles, bad luck can always strike, and many a sad soul has returned home without any juicy stories to tell. But do not give up just yet! Because even celebrities love to explore the world, and private jets are a luxury only the wealthiest of the wealthy can afford. This means that LAX airport is frequently swarming with recognizable faces, and your flight out could be the last-minute save you need.

Unfortunately, you are not alone in your quest, and the pestering of the rich and famous has become such an annoyance to those involved that LAX has set up a celebrity-exclusive terminal. These suites shut out the public's prying eyes while offering complimentary meals, personal showers, and an assistant to handle the luggage. It costs $4,350 one-way, so if you're willing to drop that kind of money, there's still hope for your celeb-mingling dreams!

Otherwise, you could always resume your chase in other popular cities. Check out these guides to celeb-sighting in New York , finding the stars in London , and spotting famous faces in Paris . 

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Taylor Swift's tour was a blockbuster in theaters. Hollywood is paying attention

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NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Mia Galuppo of The Hollywood Reporter about how Taylor Swift's concert film, The Eras Tour , has reignited interest in concert films from studios and musicians alike.

AILSA CHANG, HOST:

It is the highest-grossing concert tour of 2023.

(SOUNDBITE OF DOCUMENTARY, "TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR")

TAYLOR SWIFT: Welcome to the Eras Tour.

CHANG: Taylor Swift's massive global tour is still going, and she's on track to break Elton John's record for the highest-grossing tour of all time.

SWIFT: (Singing) I love you. Ain't that the worst thing you ever heard?

CHANG: But you know another thing bringing in megabucks for Swift? The nearly three-hour-long concert film of her tour out last month. It's already grossed more than $200 million worldwide. Hollywood studios and musicians - oh, you bet they are paying attention. Mia Galuppo wrote about it for The Hollywood Reporter.

MIA GALUPPO: It's a situation where there's a lot of money to be had. It's a space that hasn't really been looked into much by artists because it hasn't really been embraced by exhibitors, by Hollywood. But as with anything, where Taylor Swift goes, many people follow. So as soon as people started seeing the success that Swift had, people have started paying attention.

CHANG: Well, Beyonce is going to be coming out with her own concert film next month, right? So I'm just thinking, yeah, OK. She is also a huge global economic force like Taylor Swift. I guess my question is, is there even space for smaller or lesser-known artists to come out with concert films, or do you have to be a mega-huge star to draw people out to theaters?

GALUPPO: No, you don't have to be, you know, this Beyonce- or Taylor Swift-level star, which, you know, are two of the top recording artists of all time. I was talking to the head of the National Association of Theater Owners. He made a great comparison where, just as at the summer box office, you see the blockbusters, you know, the Marvels of the world, you also see those independent films that still make a lot of money.

CHANG: Well, what about artists who are no longer alive? Like, I noticed you wrote in your piece there might be a 1970s David Bowie concert film coming to theaters soon. How big of a draw is archival stuff like that these days?

GALUPPO: A really interesting thing happened recently with the film "Stop Making Sense," which is the Talking Heads film that was recently rereleased by A24. Sixty percent of that opening weekend audience was actually under the age of 35, which means that the majority of that audience that was going to see that film wasn't even born when the Talking Heads were a band. They had disbanded by that point. So it's really fascinating. And that movie did incredibly well at the box office. So there is this market there which exhibitors are trying to say, please make more of this type of film because audiences, as evidenced by something like "Stop Making Sense" or Taylor Swift...

CHANG: Yeah.

GALUPPO: ...Are going to show up to the theaters.

CHANG: But are these new concert films that are coming out more of the same? - because, I mean, way before Taylor, there was already a pretty large canon of concert films, from Aretha Franklin to Led Zeppelin, from Prince to the Talking Heads, as you mentioned. Is there anything that sets Taylor Swift's film apart that maybe would signal a new direction for this whole genre?

GALUPPO: Yes, definitely. One of my sources who has been in the concert and live performance film space for a long while said a very interesting thing, which was concert films were ruined by poor execution. The technology just wasn't there. It was a situation where you set up three cameras. You were looking at the stage. And that's not a very cinematic experience.

GALUPPO: For "The Eras Tour," which filmed over multiple nights at her SoFi Stadium tour here in Los Angeles, it employed a small armada of cameras and cameramen.

CHANG: How many are we talking?

GALUPPO: We are talking upwards of 40, according to reports.

CHANG: Wow.

GALUPPO: And this is including not just stationary cameras but drones and cranes. You know, this is a situation where the barrier to entry for that technology has lowered for artists, and you are able to create an incredibly cinematic experience. And that is something...

GALUPPO: ...That - you know, when I was there for the opening weekend of "The Eras Tour" in theaters, that's something that, you know, fellow moviegoers told me was so exciting to them - is it was the closest thing to being there without being there. It is that communal cinematic experience that is beautiful on its own.

CHANG: Mia Galuppo is a film writer at The Hollywood Reporter. Thank you so much, Mia.

GALUPPO: Thank you so much for having me.

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, Kim Kardashian, Keanu Reeves and More Attend LACMA Art + Film Gala

The annual event was held on Saturday at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art

The LACMA Art + Film Gala was a star-studded affair on Saturday night. 

Jennifer Lopez , Ben Affleck , Kim Kardashian , Keanu Reeves and girlfriend Alexandra Grant and Salma Hayek Pinault were among the big names in attendance at the annual event, which was held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

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Lopez, 54, and Affleck, 51, appeared together on the red carpet at the Gala, with Lopez wearing a nude Gucci gown with sheer lace detailing and a red-jeweled necklace, while Affleck looked dapper in a black Gucci tuxedo.

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Kardashian, 43, opted for old-school glamor in a showstopping hot pink strapless Balenciaga 52nd Couture gown that featured a sweeping train, paired with black opera gloves.

The SKIMS accented her look with pink blush to match her dress and had her hair in a sleek bun.

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Reeves attended alongside his long-term girlfriend, Grant — who earlier this year told PEOPLE that the actor is "such an inspiration" to her — chose matching black looks for this year's event, with Reeves in a stylish black tux, while the visual artist's long black dress featuring a striking cut-out detail on the front.

This year’s LACMA Art +Film Gala was presented by Gucci and honored artist Judy Baca and acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher, and the stars were out in force.

Gucci ambassadors including Julia Garner , Eliott Page , and Jodie Turner-Smith — who wore a tiny metallic cropped top and black skirt with a thigh-high slit and attended amid her divorce from Joshua Jackson — were also at the Saturday Gala.

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Hayek, 57, shone at the event, arriving in a metallic pink sequinned gown accompanied by her husband François-Henri Pinault and wearing her hair in loose waves to one side. 

The star-studded array of celebrity attendees also included Billie Eilish , Kathy and Paris Hilton , Heidi Klum , Andrew Garfield , Jodie Comer , Brad Pitt , Jane Fonda , Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jessica Chastain , Monique McWilliams, Jon Hamm , Jane Fonda, Laura Harrier, Pedro Pascal and Kirsten Dunst .

Heidi Klum , meanwhile, sported a very different look from the peacock costume she wore at her annual Halloween party days earlier. For the Gala the supermodel, 50, wore a chic white textured dress with sheer panels by Lever Couture. 

A$AP Rocky , another Gucci ambassador, was also at the event — minus girlfriend Rihanna . The rapper's appearance comes after welcoming his second son, Riot Rose , with the singer, 35, in August. The couple also share son RZA, 1, who was born in May 2022.

The 2023 LACMA Art + Film gala was the twelfth annual event held by the organization in celebration of notable figures in the art and film industry. 

Oscar-winner Leonardo DiCaprio was the co-chair for the gala for the twelfth consecutive year. 

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“Proceeds from the annual Art+Film Gala go toward underwriting LACMA’s initiative to make film more central to the museum’s curatorial programming, while also funding LACMA’s broader mission,” LACMA states on its website .

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Inside Flavor Flav and Taylor Swift's Unexpected Yet Delightful Friendship

Published on 11/7/2023 at 2:55 PM

Flavor Flav is in his Swiftie era. The rapper has formed a surprising yet wholesome bond with Taylor Swift, cheering her on through one of her busiest years to date. Their budding friendship seems to date back to March, when Flav attended the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards proudly wearing a shirt that read, "I come back stronger than a '90s trend," in reference to Swift's "Willow" lyrics. When asked about his outfit choice on the red carpet, he told Billboard , "Love me some Taylor Swift, man, always did." The pair wound up crossing paths later that evening and captured the selfie seen 'round the world. They've been charming the internet ever since.

Flav has consistently shown support for Swift following their first in-person meetup. He spent a not-so-cruel summer attending two of her Eras Tour concerts — and yes, he dressed up in on-theme outfits and traded friendship bracelets with fellow Swifties. He even met Swift's parents, Scott and Andrea , during one of her Los Angeles shows in August, and her dad chose Flav to hand out guitar picks to other fans.

"One thing that I always loved about Taylor Swift is her records are real, from her personal experiences."

The hip-hop star knows his Swiftie status may seem random to outsiders, but he's genuinely fond of her music. "A lot of people thought it was kind of weird seeing me at a Taylor Swift concert, I guess because of my age, but when it comes down to music, it has no age," he told TMZ in June. "One thing that I always loved about Taylor Swift is her records are real, from her personal experiences. Not only that, but she keeps it real with her people."

After Flav cemented himself as a true Swift fan, she returned the love by inviting him to the the world premiere of her Eras Tour concert movie in Los Angeles in October. He hit the red carpet in a custom T-shirt inspired by her song "Look What You Made Me Do" and again hung out with Swift's parents and her younger brother, Austin . Later that month, Swift surprised Flav with a special gift to celebrate the release of "1989 (Taylor's Version)," sending him the vinyl record and an official light-blue cardigan. He repped the merch soon after at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, styling it with a custom clock necklace bedazzled with blue rhinestones.

We can probably all agree Swift and Flav's friendship was not on our collective bingo card for 2023, but we're more than happy it's here. A collaboration between the two music stars would just be the cherry on top. Look back on the most endearing moments from their relationship so far below, and join us in crossing our fingers they hit the studio together soon.

Flavor Flav Wears a Taylor Swift Shirt to the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards

The rapper was hyped to show off his "Willow"-inspired shirt at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, where Swift won several big trophies, including the innovator award .

Flavor Flav Meets Taylor Swift at the 2023 iHeartRadio Music Awards

The pair synced up for an internet-breaking selfie during the ceremony, thus kicking off their friendship. Oh, how we wish we could've eavesdropped on their conversation.

Flavor Flav Attends Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concert in Detroit

At an Eras Tour show in June, Flav channeled Swift's "Red" album in a shiny red jacket, matching pants, and T-shirt that read, "I knew she was trouble," on the front. His arms were decorated with countless friendship bracelets from fellow Swifties.

He bopped along to the music when Swift performed "I Knew You Were Trouble" on stage, proving he really is one of us.

Flavor Flav Makes Friendship Bracelets For His Next Taylor Swift Concert

He meticulously planned his next Eras Tour outfit ahead of time, making friendship bracelets and enlisting a jeweler to create a custom clock necklace.

Flavor Flav Attends Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concert in Los Angeles

Flav documented his second Swift concert look, which was inspired by her "Midnights" album. "We Never Go Out of Style," he captioned the Instagram post, showing off his lyrical knowledge.

Flavor Flav Meets Taylor Swift's Parents at an Eras Tour Concert in Los Angeles

Have you ever witnessed a sweeter embrace than the ones Flav shared with Swift's parents in Los Angeles? We sure haven't.

He made a mini vlog to compile every fun moment from Swift's concert in LA. We love how excited he looked to trade friendship bracelets with other fans — and him dancing with Sofia Richie Grainge is simply iconic.

Flavor Flav Attends Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concert Movie Premiere

Swift invited Flav to attend the LA premiere of her Eras Tour concert film in October. He gladly obliged and wore yet another custom T-shirt. It read, "The old Flavor Flav can't come to the phone right now. Why? Oh, 'cause he's dead!"

He captioned his recap video, "The Eras Tour movie is out now,,, and it's like being at the concert for real maybe better." You gotta appreciate his consistent support for Swift.

Flavor Flav Receives a "1989" Cardigan From Taylor Swift

You can feel the excitement when Flav opens up his "1989 (Taylor's Version)" package from Swift herself — the amount of times he repeats his signature "wow" says it all.

Flavor Flav Wears a "1989" Cardigan to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

He wore the cardigan with palpable pride at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in November. Though other Swifties weren't a fan of the design, he knocked the styling out of the park, if we do say so ourselves.

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