Forever Hollywood Cemetery
(323) 785-4252
6000 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90038
34.0906
-118.3201
Neighborhoods: Central LA, Hollywood
Last updated 3.31.09
What People Are Saying About Forever Hollywood Cemetery
The Editor
Kim Cooper
Citysearch
The Background
Founded in 1899, the former Hollywood Memorial Park has a checkered past: legendary movie star interments, scandal-plagued management and a mid-'90s bankruptcy that led to new ownership and a name change. Forever Enterprises has initiated extensive restoration of the grounds and now offers a revolutionary form of remembrance. Futuristic video memorials--combining family videos, interviews and even favorite songs of the deceased--let folks decide beforehand how they'll be remembered.
The Appeal
Luminaries interred on the grounds include Cecil B. DeMille, Douglas Fairbanks, Tyrone Power and Marion Davies. A rocket scientist is memorialized with a huge model of one of his aerodynamic designs. Newer monuments for members of the local Armenian community, featuring a stark black-and-white theme, are architecturally fascinating.
User Reviews
caguirre
June 23, 2008
My friends and I go as much as we can. Bring in our own liquor, food, and watch movies under the stars. Sooo awesome. The cemetery thing at first was a little creepy, but you don't get all spooked out here...they have cool tiki tourches that light your path, a dj that spins while you eat... Movies are the best...You have to go with the right crowd...If they're boring, then so are you...hahaha... Well, we love it....$10.00 for a great movie sounded by friends and my honey...anytime.
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Anonymous
March 06, 2008
I have attended several events here and we have always had a lot of fun. Everything is done tastefully and it is an honor to attend where so many great entertainers have been laid to rest.
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mandazie
July 16, 2007
The movies played here are actually quite charming. Let me tell you, I'm scared of scarry things. The girl no one should take to a scary movie scared, but this cemetary had a good vibe. It was a well organized event and there's great security. Parking may be some trouble, but all in all, a pleasant experiance.
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When to Go:
On weekends during summer months, visitors can bring a blanket and picnic for the Cinespia movie screenings. Classic and cult favorites are projected onto a screen and DJs spin before and after the film. For more information, visit www.cinespia.org
Know Before You Go:
When Rudolph Valentino died in 1926, fans rioted. Around 1930, a mysterious, veiled woman began visiting Rudy's tomb. Several ladies have mourned over the years, usually appearing on Aug. 23, the anniversary of his death.
