At $195 Million, It's the Priciest Home in America
When I heard about the recently listed Palazzo di Amore in Beverly Hills, I couldn’t help but wonder if the price might be a publicity stunt. I mean, it would have to be pretty lavish to merit a price tag more than twice the price of that crazy Trousdale Estate that Beyonce and Jay Z are considering, or…
Hello Kitty Crazy: Too Sweet Suite?
Why was I surprised to learn that they held an international “Hello Kitty Con” in Los Angeles? After all, they have a con for just about everything else. And while I’m not a particular fan of the iconic character, I have to give kudos to Korea Town’s Line Hotel for jumping in with both paws…
Estate Manager Reveals Secrets of the Rich and Powerful
Imagine a job that pays six figures and provides you with the most lavish living accommodations in the world, trips to exotic locations, and unlimited shopping excursions. Sounds too good to be true? Well, there is a down side. You might also find yourself on call 24/7 trying to meet the most excruciating of demands,…
There's No Place Like Hollywood Auction — Priceless
Cinephiles–You must remember this: You currently have a once in a lifetime opportunity to own the very piano Sam played again in Casablanca, original posters from your favorite classic movies — even an Esther Williams bathing suit or one of Dorothy’s blue pinafore dresses from The Wizard of Oz! Bonham’s and Turner Classic Movies (TCM) have teamed up…
Lady Gaga Buys Malibu Mansion with Bat Cave
A unique property for a unique lady. And although the Bat Cave part of the property is quite extraordinary, it’s hardly the estate’s most impressive feature. This is a one-of-a-kind, 6-acre property overlooking Zuma Beach in Malibu, with a 10,270-square-foot designer mansion containing top-of-the-line everything, and extensive and luxurious equestrian facilities, not to mention some of the best…
Jason Bateman Shows No Arrested Development in Real Estate
Jason Bateman, star of the soon-to-be released Horrible Bosses 2, is not showing any Arrested Development when it comes to real estate deals. He recently listed the Hollywood Hills home he bought for $885,000 in 2002, and is now asking $2.25 million for it. Yes, the MidCentury Modern has been almost completely redone so it…
Ralph Lauren, Iron Man, Maria Sharapova — They've All Hung Here
If the photos of this grand Palos Verdes mansion look familiar to you, that’s because it’s been feature in more movies, TV shows and print photo shoots than a lot of A-List stars. It’s starred on Medium, The Mentalist, The O.C. and as the Mandarin’s hideout in Iron Man 3. It’s also been featured in photo…
Designer Donna Karan Lists Her Caribbean Sanctuary
It’s good to be a fashion designer. Some of the most lavish homes on the planet belong to them, e.g.: the the Versace Mansion, Sue Wong’s various estates and even the $85 million mansion built by QVC handbag merchant Bruce Makowsky, currently under consideration by Jay Z and Beyonce. But perhaps my favorite amongst the dashing designer digs belongs to designer…
J-Lo and the Royal Family of Qatar are Fans of L.A. Classical Architecture
You know that big lot on the corner of Sunset and Alpine that used to be the site of the infamous sheik’s home with the anatomically correct painted statues? Eyebrows were raised, and eventually the mansion was razed too. The lot was divided in two and a couple of glorious mansions when up in it’s place. The…
Jay Z and Beyonce Rent 'Ray Donovan' House
If you’re a Ray Donovan fan, you’ll remember the scene where felonious rapper Cookie steps on the creepy attorney’s head while he’s relaxing in his pool. And if you’re a Million Dollar Listings fan, you’ll have seen that same pool and house in the first episode of the current season. Now if you happen to be…
