The Lost Mansions of Golden Age Hollywood (Documentary)

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This captivating full-length documentary goes in-depth into the heart of Golden Era “Old Hollywood” mansions by covering the grandeur and eventual demise of some of the most opulent homes that once adorned LA’s streets.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction
1:33 Pickfair: The Ultimate Golden Era Power Couple Mansion
17:39 The Marion Davies Beach House: LA’s Most Opulent Beach House
31:22 Falcon Lair: Rudolph Valentino and Doris Duke’s Luxurious Hollywood Oasis
52:15 Garden of Allah: The Legendary Hollywood Golden Era Hangout
1:13:09 The Ambassador Hotel LA: The Most Iconic LA Hotel
1:34:14 5 Houses From Old Hollywood Demolished With Their Stars

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Although many people interpret Hollywood in an almost permanent state of glamour, opulence, and sumptuous displays of newfound wealth, in truth, the peak of Tinseltown's direct influence on the American populace was in the so-called "Golden Era", where as much as sixty percent of Americans flocked to theaters every single week.

Furthermore, this “Golden Era” saw the rise of monumentally famous stars—figures who didn’t merely act but became icons, emulating the lavish lifestyle that movies of the time portrayed.

Indeed, these “A-listers” were institutions in their own right, molding their fame into physical manifestations through grand mansions and seemingly endless estates that dotted Los Angeles.

Soon, these homes became symbols of ultimate success and opulence, with sprawling gardens, private pools, and architecture that drew from the furthest reaches of glamour.

However, the fairy tale didn’t last.

As the studio system crumbled and new entertainment mediums like television emerged, the financial underpinnings that supported such grandiose mansions faltered.

Consequently - over time - many of these magnificent homes were demolished or repurposed - giving way to modern developments and commercial enterprises, echoing the transient nature of fame and the evolving tastes of a changing America.

Today, we feature a poignant look at the lost mansions of Golden Era Hollywood - reminding us of the shifting sands upon which The City of Angels was built.

Pickfair, Marion Davies Beach House, Falcon Lair, Garden of Allah, and The Ambassador Hotel are landmarks that encapsulate the grandeur of Old Hollywood.

Each of these locations not only reflects the lavish lifestyles of the era's biggest stars but also tells a story of glamour, opulence, and the eventual passage of time which led to their demise.

The Marion Davies Beach House stood as LA’s most opulent beach house, reflecting the extravagant lifestyle of actress Marion Davies and her partner, newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst.

Known for its lavish parties and stunning ocean views, the beach house was a sparkling jewel along the coast, a perfect retreat for the social elite of the Golden Era.

Falcon Lair served as the luxurious Hollywood oasis for Rudolph Valentino and later, Doris Duke.

This estate was not only a testament to Valentino's success but also a sanctuary where he could escape the pressures of fame.

After his passing, Doris Duke cherished the home, making significant additions, until it too, like many historic sites, met its end.

The Garden of Allah Hotel was more than just a hotel; it was the legendary Hollywood hangout during the Golden Era.

It was a place where artists, writers, and actors mingled, sharing ideas and forging friendships.

The stories of late-night parties and day-long script sessions are legendary, with the hotel often at the center of Hollywood’s social scene.

Lastly, The Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles was perhaps the most iconic of all.

Hosting the famous and the powerful, from movie stars to presidents, the hotel was a fixture in LA’s social and cultural life.

Its Cocoanut Grove nightclub was the site of many Oscar ceremonies and hosted performances by greats like Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand.
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You briefly mentioned iconic Hollywood buildings that still survive. I would love to watch a documentary on that topic.

jiufrug
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Haven't been to a movie in ten years, don't miss it AT ALL.

maryhirsch
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My husband’s aunt was Marion Davies best friend. That was definitely an opulent time. Great information about these homes!!!!

suellendelaney
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I had the great Good Fortune to be a friend with 1930 star Pat O'Brien and his wife Eloise they told me about the parties at San Simeon weekends I spent there and the goings-on at the beach house they said Marion Davies is one of the kindest people I've ever met she would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. Is this a friendship that I will regard as one of the high points in my life. They were kind to me at a time in my life when I was living in California and things were all going out well. They're both gone now but I remember them so fondly

RoderickFernandez-psci
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My mom and her friends used to climb the Hollywood sign in the cant do that now....😂

personaking
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Can’t wait to explore a documentary on legendary Hollywood landmarks that are still standing strong! 🌟🏰

HealthJourney
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I lived in the Hollywood area for 35 years before retiring in Ireland. In the time I witnessed the changes like Ambassador Hotel torn down for an LA Unfied School Building, The Brown Derby, demolished for a strp Cenre, Sunset Sound Studios iconic recording studios for some of the greatest bands, demolished, and on and on.I did enjoyliving there but as the years went by, the Glitz was slowly eclipsed by Giant Corporate America

lymkdrl
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I lived above old Hollywood as a small child and visited some of those Hollywood mansions. I went with my father who was a part time actor in his younger years. He was a great friend of Micky Rooney and had even been in bar fights with the man because they were both avid drinkers at the time.

patricialong
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The narratives on ALL your channels are witty, engaging and articulate. Thanks for another great video.

karenokeane
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Ah! The Golden Age of Hollywood. Never new about The Garden of Allah. Theres so much nostalgic to cover. Hope you have a part 2 of old Hollywood. Love it!

isabeldonahue
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Love the Hollywood Lore. it's another great video

latricegoodman
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How special & beautiful. How in the world would anyone destroy such a landmark in history! It's such a disappointment to see how people don't value such beauty & history! Progress, Isn't all It's cracked up to be. I feel that way about many things, like building big highways where there should never be. Old towns of years gone by. Old cemeteries with highways right next to them, or turning everything into tourist traps were the beauty of these old towns so built up, to the point of being distorted by people with only making as much money as they can off of history. It's a dirty rotten shame! Yes, people would love to see & experience the past but don't destroy It & make It a circus! I believe that's what our beautiful country is now robbed of. Where do Americans learn from the past? Our children see how our past has played such a big part in our future & how much more we could learn & appreciate & maybe emulate when times of application of how we could live a better life. After all, history does repeat Itself & when It does, people don't know how to cope & work It out instead, they slap up crap only to there It down in two years. Everything is such a waste. No pride in yourself or what you can do. I could go on & on, but what's the point, we now live in a thorough away society, no one is satisfied, and everything has to be bigger & better, at least that's what they think! Well, that's my two or three cents, for what It's worth! We can wish & or dream anyway. 🙏🧑‍🤝‍🧑🗺🥰💘

bk
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Hello, Old Money Luxury Family. I would like a video on the Old Money Family that built Brazil. Thank you.

kemifolalu
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this is the best video i have ever seen on you tube

mikematt
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if ya ever need adjectives, just listen to this, and many other similar documentaries . I've lost my breath a few times with this one, lol.

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When I lived in California in the 1960s I used to pass falcons rare on my way 2 and 4 from my home. From the street I had no idea how beautiful it was it was high on a hill and all you could see was the facade I have no idea how wonderful it was. I never went there to get a closer look because I didn't know if it was occupied or not I'm glad to know that it lasted as long as it did. I do love the view of the beautiful hills behind the house those hills in the 1960s were covered by houses you couldn't see a tree. I'm not sure why he showed so many three-lane highways it did not exist in the twenties.

RoderickFernandez-psci
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I am big - it's the mansions that got small !

cw
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Gréât documentaire gréât voice Txs for sharing 👌

dannybeun
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All the money in the world, life is fleeting.

southerncross
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This is the reason why I truly love history today, because the guanr corporations are killing off the once beautiful historic pieces of our history. Hollywood Boulevard is a joke now. A mere shadow of what it used to be. Thank you for this channel as it gives us a glimpse into the history of tue days of old hollywood. ❤

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