Hollywood stars love to stay at the famous Spanish Colonial Revival hotel (7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles 90028). Whether they’re partying in the Tropicana Pool and Cafe or sipping cocktails in the lobby bar, it’s easy to spot a celebrity.
Gregory Russell’s skills at creating glam bombshell looks keep his clients happy. He prepped Karlie Kloss for this year’s Met Gala and does red carpet, editorial, and ad campaigns.
Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling
Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling are one of Hollywood’s rare A-list couples who keep their romance intentionally private. They’ve been together for over a decade and are now parents to two daughters, Esmeralda and Amada. Moreover, another celebrity, Jill Scott, and her talent is recognized worldwide.
The pair first met while filming The Place Beyond the Pines in 2011 and instantly hit it off. Their on-screen chemistry translated into their real-life relationship, and they were soon spotted together on dates to Disneyland and even Paris.
By May 2012, it was pretty clear that the couple were dating. In an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Mendes couldn’t stop giggling when asked about her love life with Gosling. Gosling also couldn’t help but chuckle when the host kept trying to pry for details on their relationship.
The following month, Mendes and Gosling took their relationship public by attending the NYC premiere of The Place Beyond the Pines with friends. Later that year, the duo was pictured holding hands at a restaurant in New York City. The pair continued to be spotted together frequently over the next few years.
In 2014, they welcomed their first daughter, Esmeralda. The following year, Gosling surprised Mendes for her 41st birthday by renting out a local roller rink in Glendale and taking her, her mom, and her little one skating on the ice together.
They’ve also been seen taking their kids camping and glamping on various vacations. The most recent sighting of the family came last Valentine’s Day when Gosling and Mendes were pictured out with their daughters dressed in very on-theme outfits.
Though their marriage isn’t openly discussed, the pair is certainly very happy together. In a recent interview with Women’s Health, Mendes said that she never really considered becoming a mother until meeting Gosling, and now she can’t imagine her life without her daughters. In fact, the actress recently got a tattoo on her wrist that seemed to confirm that she and Gosling are now a married couple. The tattoo reads “de Gosling,” which is the Hispanic way of unifying a woman’s maiden name with her husband’s surname after marriage.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck
One of the most iconic duos to hit Hollywood in the early 2000s, Bennifer was a match made in heaven for many. Although their whirlwind romance ended in 2004 just before their intended wedding, the couple proved that love can flourish the second time around when they rekindled their relationship in 2021. This week, they both stepped out in style for the first time since their reunion, and were pictured PDA-ing and kissing each other.
In photos and a video published by Page Six, the two stars were spotted getting close and leaning in together at a restaurant. They were also reportedly spotted spending Thanksgiving with each other. A source told E! News that the “On the Floor” singer was packing up her Miami rental and gearing up to move to LA to be closer to Bennifer 2.0.
A few days later, the pair appeared to seal their deal on the new relationship by announcing they would be getting married again. Lopez wore a black Gucci dress to the ceremony while Affleck opted for a crisp white suit. They were also both seen attending the event’s after-party, where they walked the red carpet hand-in-hand.
The same day, the pair posed for pictures at a public event where Affleck was promoting his film The Last Duel. While it was unclear whether they were there as a couple, it looked as though they were having fun. Later on, they were spotted at the premiere of The Flash in Los Angeles, where they both wore suits.
A few days later, the pair celebrated their first anniversary by having dinner with friends at Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica. They were pictured looking happy and in love, and the following day, Lopez teased her upcoming song “Midnight Trip to Vegas” in her newsletter. The track pays homage to their Las Vegas nuptials. In addition, they were both spotted at a party in honor of Lopez’s 54th birthday.
Rihanna and Chris Brown
Rihanna has carved out a name for herself as a global icon for women through her sensational music, body positive ethos and Fenty Beauty business venture. But there’s one thing that still bothers the nine-time Grammy winner — the number of people who hold on to the memory of her 2009 assault at the hands of ex-boyfriend Chris Brown.
In a new interview, the Bajan superstar opened up about her former relationship with Brown and says she will likely always care about him. The couple broke up in 2009 after he physically assaulted her in his Lamborghini just a day before the Grammy Awards. He was sentenced to five years probation and ordered to stay 50 yards away from the Umbrella singer.
At the time, Rihanna and Brown were one of the most talked about couples in pop culture. Their romance blossomed after they collaborated on the hit song “Umbrella” – and the two even performed together at events like 2008’s Jingle Ball. But the following year, things started to go downhill when they fought in Brown’s Lamborghini while driving home from music exec Clive Davis’ pre-Grammys party. The incident reportedly began after the singer read a text from Brown’s ex-paramour on his phone, which upset her. According to a police report, he punched her in the face and arm and bit her ear all while maneuvering his vehicle down the street.
A sworn statement by a LA detective recounts the incident in meticulous detail. Rihanna was left bruised and bloodied, and he was arrested the next morning.
The drama turned the once wholesome R&B star into a pop culture villain and his reputation suffered tremendously. But over the past decade, he’s managed to clean up his act and make music again. He’s currently working on his tenth studio album and has collaborated with artists like Drake, Khalid and Lil Yachty.
Now, he’s once again riling up his fans with an Instagram post that has been deleted, but included only text and emojis wishing Rihanna well with her pregnancy. While it’s unclear how far along she is in her pregnancy, the Anti singer recently debuted a baby bump during a photoshoot with fellow rapper ASAP Rocky.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have one of the most idyllic relationships in Tinseltown. They’re both silly, loving, gorgeous — and best of all, they have a similar sense of humor. Their perfect partnership started off as friends, and the pair dated for just about a year before they decided to get married. The couple is now parents to three daughters, James, Inez and Betty, and recently welcomed their fourth child, a baby boy, into the family.
The couple first hit the red carpet together in 2014 at the Met Gala, where they wowed on the catwalk in curve-hugging Gucci gowns and dapper black tuxes. In the years since, they’ve shared countless photos of their cute couples’ outings. Whether they’re supporting each other at events or just enjoying a day out in New York City, they always look like they’re having fun together.
In September, the duo secretly wed in South Carolina. It was a beautiful wedding, complete with Marchesa wedding dresses and a tiered white cake. But later, the actress and the actor expressed regret for hosting their nuptials at a plantation that had a history of slavery.
After the wedding, they went on to film Green Lantern. While there aren’t many pictures from the movie premiere, they do share some cute ones of their offscreen romance. The couple isn’t shy when it comes to teasing each other on social media. Whether it’s a playful caption or a snap of their matching outfits, they’re never afraid to show how much they love each other.
During the holidays, the two share adorable photos of themselves with their families. They also make sure to celebrate each other’s accomplishments. When Reynolds got his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, he and Lively made a special appearance with their daughters to celebrate with him.
Despite being super private about their kids, the two are always excited when they have a chance to attend public events. They were both glowing at the NYC screening of A Quiet Place, and they’re just as doting when it comes to Lively’s new movies.