TO SEE AND BE SEEN
NEVER SURRENDER DEBUT–At last Sunday’s world premiere at the Museum of Tolerance of Vanilla Sky Productions’ documentary Never Surrender; The Ed Ramsey Story about World War II hero Edwin Ramsey are (from left): Executive Producer Steven C. Barber, Actress Jacqueline Bisset, and Director Matthew Hausle. The film is up for Oscar consideration in the catagories of feaure documentary, original song and musical score. Photo by William Kidston INDEPENDENCE –The Beverly Hilton was the site of the gala celebrating the 24th anniversary of Armenia’s independence. Rep. Adam Schiff (left) is welcomed by Sergey Sarkisov, consul general of the Republic of Armenia in Los Angeles.
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THE FASHION OF BEVERLY HILLS
WOMEN’S GUILD–Billy Crystal was awarded the Hollywood Icon Award at this year’s Women's Guild Cedars-Sinai Supper Club gala held at The Beverly Hilton. The Tony and Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, director and philanthropist joined the ranks of past recipients Wendy and Leonard Goldberg, Lauren Shuler and Richard Donner, Fay and Frank Mancuso, Judy and Bernard Briskin, Dr. Bruce Gewertz, Dr. Ed Phillips, and Vera and Paul Guerin. Jay Leno presented him the award at the gala event, which was attended by over 700 people. Emceed by Kevin Nealon, the event included an opening act by The MoonRays, a special musical performance by Rita Wilson, and a live auction and raffle by auctioneer Viveca Paulin-Ferrell that raised nearly $1.25 million for the Women’s Guild Simulation Center for Advanced Clinical Skills. “Cedars-Sinai has been an important part of all our lives,” remarked Crystal. “To think that I have had a part in raising money that helped the Simulation Center grow from being a simulated simulation to a real simulation is heartening and yes, humbling. Your work has created one of the great medical marvels of our country.” Pictured above (from left): Allison Druyanoff, Barbara Herman, Rita Wilson, Gina Furth, Jay Leno, Cookie Markowitz, Billy and Janice Crystal.
KENNEY MATTHEW NM–Luxury fashion retailer Neiman Marcus has partnered with plant-based chef and wellness entrepreneur Matthew Kenney to announce the opening of Matthew Kenney NM, a plant-based cuisine at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills. Opening today, the intimate Level 3 cafe (there are only 24 seats) dishes out a fresh take on a traditional café style menu. There’s even a cheese plate made entirely from nuts. For reservations: 310-550-5900 x2314.
LOVELY LIZ–The Friends of Robinson Gardens is presenting a very special lecture and luncheon tomorrow, Nov. 19. Starting at 10:30 a.m. at the historic Virginia Robinson Gardens, My Elizabeth author Firooz Zhedi, the acclaimed photographer who first met the violet-eyed star when he was 27, will give first-hand insight into the beauty who grew up in Beverly Hills. In his beautiful new book, Firooz documents a littleknown era of Taylor’s life from age 44 until her death. For information on attending tomorrow’s lecture and luncheon, visit www.robinsongardens.org or call 310-550-2068.