BOOKSIGNINGS

The Story of Hollywood

By Gregory Paul Williams

Friday, February 26, 2010

7:30 p.m.

Larry Edmunds Bookshop

6644 Hollywood Boulevard

(323) 463-3273

The Story of Hollywood by Gregory Paul Williams

The Story of Hollywood follows Hollywood from its dusty origins to its glorious rise to stardom. Lavishly illustrated with over 800 vintage images from the author’s private collection, the book tells the complete story of Hollywood including its eventual decline and urban renewal. Both the playground of stars and the boulevard of broken dreams, Hollywood transformed American society with its motion pictures that revolutionized the entertainment world. The Story of Hollywood brings new insights to readers. with a passion for Hollywood and its place in the history of film, radio, and television.

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BREAKING NEWS

Missing ‘Growing Pains’ star Andrew Koenig’s body believed to be found

By Elizabeth Snead

The Dish Rag

Vancouver police have found the body of missing “Growing Pain’s” actor Andrew Koenig in an area park, the actor’s father has confirmed.

Walter Koenig said in today’s press conference that Andrew had committed suicide.

Both Walter and Judith Levitt Koenig reached out to those who are feeling depressed and hopes they learn from Andrew’s death that there are people out there who care.

They also said that if you know anyone who is showing signs of depression, you should reach out to them.

Andrew’s body was discovered today by a private group of family and friends, including his father, who discovered his body in Stanley Park around noon. His body was found near a park path.

Foul play is not suspected by police.

As of today (Thu. 2/25), it had been 11 days since friends last saw him on Valentine’s Day. Friends and family have reported that the actor had been suffering from severe depression.

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