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The biggest skateboarders and rising stars competed for the largest skateboarding purse in history, over $450,000 in Prize Money at the OC Fair. The event was created by Joe Maloof, who is the owner of the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and the Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
After the show there’s always an after party. The official after party took place at the Unix Mansion in Laguna Beach where Greg Lutzka hosted a special bash. Greg Lutzka, who won 7th place at the Maloof Money cup showed up to the party with pro-skater Lauren Perkins, who recently suffered a torn meniscus and was unable to participate in the contest. Lutzka yelled out to the press that Lauren was not his girlfriend, but then was seen flirting with her all night.
5th place champion and well known MTV star & pro skater Ryan Scheckler of Life of Ryan was also spotted at the party with his longtime girlfriend, and was escorted with his entourage to the VIP lounge. Scheckler shut the party down by telling party-goers about his early days of skating and hopes to be a pro snowboarder.
1. Chris Cole won $100,000
2. Tommy Sandoval won $30,000
3. Nyjah Huston won $20,000
4. Paul Rodriguez
5. Ryan Sheckler
6. Sean Malto
7. Greg Lutzka
December 8, 2008
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The who’s who guest list included Paris Hilton, Jared Leto, Hilary Duff, Tyrese Gibson, Danny Masterson, Bijou Phillips, Jamie King, Taye Diggs, Michelle Trachtenberg, Dylan McDermott, and Jermaine Dupri just to name a few.
The hotel is the creation of SBE and its mastermind Sam Nazarian, who has completely revolutionized the lifestyle of Los Angeles. Designed by legendary designer Philippe Starck, the 297-room SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills is a collaboration of some of the world’s most dynamic and creative individuals with a goal of rethinking every aspect of the luxury hotel experience.
The hotel features a unique dual lobby concept with an intimate entrance for hotel guests and a public entrance leading into the multi-faceted dining and retail environment called The Bazaar by José Andrés. The Bazaar by José Andrés features an array of magical dining and lounge concepts created by famed Spanish Chef José Andrés and an innovative “shop without walls” retail concept by Moss, the renowned design purveyor and trailblazer.
Hollyscoop hit the red carpet where we got the scoop on why SLS is LA's must see hotel. Check out our special coverage below...
SLS Hotel
465 S. La Cienega Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90048
(310) 247-0400
www.slshotels.com
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