Beverly Hills 90210/Bel Age Hotel?

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Expert: - 2/16/2009


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Is the Bel Age Hotel that Dylan stays at the same Bel Age Hotel at the address
of 1020 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA? Does it still look the same?
Also, where can I find the Now Wear This Boutique? Do you think I would get
a lot of weird stares if I went to all the places I could possibly find where they
filmed and took pictures with them? I'm not the only one that could want to
do that, right?

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Hi Kay Kay,

Lots of fans go to visit the filming locations from the show.  I doubt you'll get any awkward stares.  And wouldn't it be worth it anyhow?  

It looks like that was the address to the Bel Age hotel, but it's since been completely renovated and renamed as "The London West Hollywood".  You can see pictures on their website.  I can still sort of recognize the rooftop pool and the structure of the outer building but, for all intents and purposes, it's not the same.

The 'Now Wear This' boutique was situated at 7250 Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles.  It should be around the vicinity of El Guapo Mexican Cantina, a popular restaurant, and a block away from The Groundlings Theater.  

Thanks for the question!

All the best,

Mel

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Can Dylan solve quadratic equations? What makes up a "mega-burger"? If an answer exists, I probably know it. Whether your question is general, begging the context of all 10 seasons, or completely inane, feel free to drop me a line either way. I will provide episode reference numbers for each response and plan to have some fun with this. Trivia quizzes often need correction, and publications will get their plotlines/characters/relationships mixed up too. I accept dialogue/scene requests, but please limit your inquiry to 1-2 per question. I only know music from the original broadcasts/reruns, not the DVDs. Been a fan since 1990 and didn't miss a beat.

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Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.
Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

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