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Son of Diana Dors and Alan Lake Tells All…And It’s Tough Going!

Being the child of a film star may seem like a blissfully indulgent place to be, but most of the time there’s little to be envious of, especially after reading Jason Dors-Lake’s story.

Did he triumph over tragedy, or did his life become one long, drawn out tragedy?  You decide.

Read the article below for more.

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Above photo: Diana Dors in her prime.

Below photo: Jason’s book cover, “Connecting Dors: The Legacy of Diana Dors”

You can buy your copy HERE

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Nicole Kidman in talks to play Grace Kelly…

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Witnessing the Destruction of Hollywood’s History…Pickfair Studios

The West Hollywood Council had the power to save it…but they approved the demolition instead!

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My Letter to Mayor John Duran Regarding the Imminent Demolition of Pickfair Studios

Dear Mayor Duran,

I’m writing to you about the proposed destruction of Pickfair Studios. I’m sure this isn’t the first e-mail that you’ve received on this topic, and it most likely won’t be the last either.
As you would be well aware by now, there is quite the uprising about the planned demolition. And rightly so. As an author and Hollywood historian, from my point of view, it is vital that these buildings not only stay, but are brought back to their former glory. Open them for tours. People WILL come. If the CIM Group need options for making these buildings viable, that’s one very good option.
The council should never have approved this needless demolition in the first place. Hollywood has a rich history, THIS is part of that history. A big part. So much of Hollywood’s past has already been lost to time. These buildings were the start of it all. They’ve survived. Please DON’T destroy them. Whatever permits are in place need to be halted pending further talks. You have the power to do it. This is not something that can be undone once the wrecking ball comes in an knocks it all down.
I urge you to do some further reading about the importance of these buildings, then and now, and the people who not only built them but walked those floors and worked within those walls so many years ago. And, most importantly listen to the people who desperately want these buildings to stay.
Progression is important, but this “out with the old and in with the new” mentality is not always best. If this demolition goes ahead, the signatures of the West Hollywood Council committee approving the destruction is solely responsible – period. Recognize the mistake and do an about face before it’s too late. You will be part of history and the hero to thousands if you do.
Don’t be responsible for future generations walking past the gate of “The Lot” and saying, “That’s where Pickfair Studios used to be”.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Respectfully,
Michelle Vogel

About Mayor Duran

If you’d also like to contact Mayor Duran, write to him here –  jduran@weho.org – Please remain respectful and courteous at all times. When (and if) he responds to my letter, I’ll post his reply.

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Save the Studio – Watch the Video – Join the Protest – April 1 @ 1PM!

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West Hollywood Studios Demolition Protest on Sunday, April 1, 2012 @ 1PM

Are YOU going to be there?

I blogged about this jaw-dropping destruction a few days ago – https://mvozus.wordpress.com/2012/03/28/west-hollywood-studios-to-be-demolished-in-a-matter-of-weeks/

For me, as an author and Hollywood historian, this far down the line, so many great actors and actresses have passed away. Writing about their lives and getting interviews from contemporaries is difficult because almost everyone is gone.
But, the buildings remain. Buildings that have stood the test of time and have such a rich history. These buildings should have been land marked as historical years ago, thus making them untouchable to developers.

The West Hollywood council has APPROVED this demolition!

While there’s a list of people in the industry HERE who have supported this cause, many actors of today ignore it. I don’t get it. If you’re an actor, this is YOUR history. These people built these studios and made it possible for YOU to do what YOU do today. It may sound cliché, but they paved the way for you to be an actor, negotiate your own contracts and earn far more than they ever did. This is the thanks they get?!

It’s NOW time to stand up for them…the way they stood up for YOUR future!!!

Protest to Save the Studios Info HERE

More Info About the Demolition and Planned Development HERE

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Tippi Hedren – So Traumatized Shooting “The Birds,” She Was Sedated!

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West Hollywood Studios to Be Demolished…In a Matter of Weeks!

Way to go West Hollywood Council! Approving the demolition of such historic buildings, it’s a crime. Oh, but they’re leaving up one wall of the old facade…yep, that’s preserving Hollywood history – NOT!

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The BIG Classic Movie Poster Auction: Results Are In!

Dracula sold for $143,000, less than I thought…the whole treasure trove brought in just over half a million! Not bad for a lot of posters that were found stuck together with wallpaper glue and used as attic insulation!

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Hedy Lamarr: Not Just a Pretty Face!

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