Energizer Bunny Auctioned Off in Beverly Hills

Just in time for Easter weekend a Dallas auction house announced that one of four Energizer Bunnies featured prominently in the battery-maker's commercials will go up for sale in Beverly Hills.


This particular Mr. Bunny is expected to fetch at least $20,000 at the Signature Entertainment Auction April 10; opening bids start at $10,000. The 25-inch drum-banging toy was one of two most used for Energizer's television commercials prior to its "retirement" in 2000, according to Heritage Auction Galleries. The consignor is said to be a "well-known Los Angeles collector."
"My mouth dropped open when I first saw it operate," the anonymous consignor says. "It's like seeing a cartoon character come to life."
The company Allard and All Effects created four bunnies named A through C. This one is C and is also nicknamed Clint. A and B were not used for the commercials after their wheels were deemed impractical, so C and D got star billing, according to the auction house. Two other bunnies, a toy deep-sea diver and a would-be astronaut, were created for Energizer in later years.

The Bunnies in contemporary Energizer commercials are digital animations.

What are the Top-Rated Hotels in Beverly Hills?

Top-Rated Hotels In Beverly Hills


1.Montage Beverly Hills

2.The Beverly Hills Hotel

3.Peninsula Beverly Hills

4.Beverly Wilshire Beverly Hills (A Four Seasons Hotel)

5.Mosaic Hotel Beverly Hills

6.The Beverly Hilton

7.L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

8.Beverly Terrace Hotel

9.Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills

10.Thompson Beverly Hills

What's there to do in Beverly Hills?

Woven into the lyrics of countless songs and portrayed on the silver screen hundreds of times, Beverly Hills is one of Los Angeles' most popular destinations for locals and tourists alike. The land of stars, dreams, great food and expensive shopping, this affluent nook of Southern California is the real-life version of the quintessential LA glitz and glam so often seen in movies. It was on Rodeo Drive where Julia Roberts had her famous Pretty Woman shopping spree, and it was at an upscale café called Kate Mantilini where Robert De Niro and Al Pacino made their legendary first on-screen appearance together in the movie Heat. Beyond some of the most famous Hollywood moments, Beverly Hills is also known for an abundance of lavish estates and beautiful architecture. Visitors to LA can see the largest mansion ever built in Los Angeles, Greytone Mansion. Greystone Mansion has been used in many popular films, such as Indecent Proposal. With all there is to see in this SoCal dreamland, guided tours often come in handy.

Beverly Hills Hotel

Planning a trip to Beverly Hills? Then you've GOT to check out the Beverly Hills Hotel! If you're wanting to do a little "star-gazing" this is the spot to hang out!

The Beverly Hills Hotel is a luxury, five-star hotel, located on Sunset Boulevard in the center of Beverly Hills and surrounded by 12 acres of lush, tropical gardens, exotic flowers, and private walkways. Providing privacy and tranquility in a truly residential setting, The Beverly Hills Hotel is within easy access to the business and entertainment centers of Los Angeles, Century City, Rodeo Drive, and many of the Hollywood studios. The hotel is just a 35-minute drive from Los Angeles International Airport.

Referred to locally as "The Pink Palace" The Beverly Hills Hotel is a place to see and be seen, to catch glimpses of famous faces, or to revel in splendid luxury. What makes The Beverly Hills Hotel stand out is its superlative combination of service, a location that offers guests privacy, yet in the heart of a city, and a refreshed facility that, while faithful to the hotel's architectural and interior design traditions, is more dramatically beautiful than ever.

King of Pop Almost Died Same Way Once Before, Joe Jackson Speaks Out - Celebrity Gossip | Entertainment News | Arts And Entertainment - FOXNews.com

King of Pop Almost Died Same Way Once : "Michael Jackson died last Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest in his Holmby Hills estate, but Pop Tarts has learned that almost exactly the same scenario almost played out in 2004 in his rented Coldwater Canyon mansion. According to a source very close to the family and the doctor on-the-scene, Jackson’s brother Randy found him unconscious in his home and immediately called a paramedic friend who lived very close by who rushed to the house.
'Thankfully they were able to save him but it was all very frightening. It was a doctor that didn’t normally treat Michael and he was shocked, absolutely shocked by the amount of prescription medications he saw at the house,' said our source, adding that Michael wasn’t rattled by the near-death experience.
We’re also told that Jackson’s family started having premonitions of his premature death in 2001 around the time of his New York '30th Anniversary' concert series and were forced to intervene"

Want to live at "Pickfair?" Now you can!

The fabulous home where Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks lived is now for sale!
An opportunity to own an important piece of real estate history in Beverly Hills, and the most famous home in America of the 1920s. This Legendary Estate, known worldwide as "PICKFAIR", was once the home of Mary Pickford & Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. This Villa design now awaits your updating to a 21st Century Masterpiece. Shown to pre-screened Buyers only. Sellers will negotiate art, sculptures and would consider exchange for commercial property, business or other. Visit www.pickfairestate.com.

Want to live near the "Stars' Homes?"

This is a picture of Lucille Ball's home! Can you imagine having Lucy as a neighbor? I'll bet that was a fun, fun nighborhood. Like all neighborhoods, there is turnover and houses like this actually do come up for sale over and over. Of course you don't want to be stalking anyone, but if you'd love to live in a house that was once owned by a famous person, now is probably the best time ever to find one that's affordable! Just call your local realtor in Beverly Hills and they'll be happy to show you dozens of places! Have fun!