Celebrities

Spy  Work
February 2012

Spy Work

For Gary Oldman, a long-deserved Oscar nomination is nice, but it’s really all about the work

Merry Prankster
February 2012

Merry Prankster

Joking around with George Clooney—no, seriously—as his A-list friends tell tales on his wicked sense of humor

Viola
February 2012

Viola

Actress Viola Davis talks Hollywood, humility and digging deep to help others

Oscars by the Numbers
February 2012

Oscars by the Numbers

Surprising stats from the most famous awards show of them all

IMAGE: Appearances Dress Code
February 2012

IMAGE: Appearances Dress Code

Always a shining star among the red carpet set, L’Wren Scott is making a grand entrance with her own line

IMAGE Baublicious!
February 2012

IMAGE Baublicious!

Tony Duquette for Coach lights up the jewelry scene with one truly baublicious bauble

Twist of Fate
February 2012

Twist of Fate

Reality reimagined as art, as American Idol stunner Katharine McPhee comes to TV with a Smash

50+ Leading Men
February 2012

50+ Leading Men

Matinee idols with the mojo to get the girl and break the box office—vote for the greatest, tell us if we missed any

Editor’s Letter—February 2012
February 2012

Editor’s Letter—February 2012

Movies, math and much more: It’s awards time in Los Angeles

Dramatic Art
January 2012

Dramatic Art

How soap opera scribe Maria Arena Bell came in just in time to rescue L.A.’s MOCA

Cultural Reverence
January 2012

Cultural Reverence

Comedian Donald Glover is serious about rap, and he’s got the lyrics to prove it

In the Abstract
January 2012

In the Abstract

The genius of Ellsworth Kelly on display in Los Angeles not once but twice

Piment d’Espelette
January 2012

Piment d’Espelette

Spicy meets sweet in Ludo Lefebvre’s latest confection

Noble Acts
January 2012

Noble Acts

She bewitches and beguiles in PBS’ Downton Abbey, but just who is Michelle Dockery, the girl behind the impervious Lady Mary?

IMAGE: Appearances T Time
January 2012

IMAGE: Appearances T Time

Forefront fashion designer Tory Burch hones a plan for business--other people’s business

IMAGE Heart of Glass
January 2012

IMAGE Heart of Glass

Ritsue Mishima makes magic out of glass

50+ Main Titles: 1990–2011
January 2012

50+ Main Titles: 1990–2011

A special extended episode of prime-time TV opening sequences—part three, 1990–2011. Play the clips, vote for the best

Q+LA Julian Fellowes
January 2012

Q+LA Julian Fellowes

The reigning monarch of England’s storied past tells tales on his beloved Downton Abbey

I Spy
December 2011

I Spy

George Clooney on how he turned paparazzi tactics on their ear and forged a mission of mercy to prevent African atrocities.

Q+LA Esa-Pekka Salonen
December 2011

Q+LA Esa-Pekka Salonen

The L.A. Phil conductor laureate returns home with a newly unearthed Shostakovich opera.

Once Bitten
November 2011

Once Bitten

How Carter Burwell conjured up the atmospheric strains of the Twilight climax, Breaking Dawn.

Chef’s Table
November 2011

Chef’s Table

What do culinary stars serve when they entertain at home? Five of the city’s best answer the question—with recipes.

Bolt Action
November 2011

Bolt Action

With big roles in The Three Musketeers, Immortals and The Hobbit, the time is now for Luke Evans.

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November 2011

IMAGE: APPEARANCES Natural Fit

Donna Karan builds an Urban Zen oasis in L.A., with groundbreaking fashions and accessories sourced from around the globe.

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November 2011

IMAGE Screen Gems

The legendary house of Verdura re-creates Hollywood’s golden age with a line of jewelry that tips its hat to the beauties of yore.

Gimlet Eye
November 2011

Gimlet Eye

New York crime photographer Weegee looked forward to coming west to ply his trade in Hollywood—until he got here.

Q+LA Ellen Barkin
November 2011

Q+LA Ellen Barkin

Opinionated in a way only a dyed-in-the-wool Bronx native can be.

Editor’s Letter—November 2011
November 2011

Editor’s Letter—November 2011

From chefs to stars, people are dishing this month. See what’s being served.

Best Suited
October 2011

Best Suited

Amber Heard is in the driver’s seat onscreen and off, defying expectations at every turn.

IMAGE Queen Elizabeth
October 2011

IMAGE Queen Elizabeth

La Liz’s sparkling legacy is showcased in a spectacular auction.

50+ Creature Features
October 2011

50+ Creature Features

A true movie-monster mash. Play the clips, then vote for number one.

Q+LA Bill Maher
October 2011

Q+LA Bill Maher

You may not always agree with him, but you have to love a guy who expresses himself.

Scene Stealers
September 2011

Scene Stealers

Four female faces of film most likely to succeed: Jessica Chastain, Deborah Ann Woll, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Imogen Poots.

50+ Main Titles: 1950–69
September 2011

50+ Main Titles: 1950–69

Play the opening sequences of classic prime-time TV series, then vote on the absolute best.

Q+LA Jane Lynch
September 2011

Q+LA Jane Lynch

She’s got Glee and so much more—a conversation with TV’s queen of mean.

Q+LA Denis Leary
August 2011

Q+LA Denis Leary

The star of Rescue Me on his series’ contributions and conclusion and the role of Gaelic in his life.

A Foot in Two Worlds
July 2011

A Foot in Two Worlds

For Olivia Wilde, Hollywood glam is a productive means to a philanthropic end.

IMAGE Appearances
July 2011

IMAGE Appearances

Fashion designer Haider Ackermann is going places with clothes that move.

Q+LA Walton Goggins
July 2011

Q+LA Walton Goggins

The bad boy of Justified on character actors, Kentucky moonshine and almost riding in Harrison Ford’s copter.

Hooked
June 2011

Hooked

The name Skylar Grey may not ring a bell just yet, but she’s backed up the biggies and is now ready to shine.

Troubadour of Troubled Times
June 2011

Troubadour of Troubled Times

Finding beauty in the most unlikely of California’s corners, Dave Alvin proves he’s far more than a blast-from-the-past roots rocker.

Q+LA RedOne
June 2011

Q+LA RedOne

The producer behind some of music’s biggest names tells how he came to be the force behind the fame.

Q+LA Idris Elba
May 2011

Q+LA Idris Elba

Drug dealer or cop, salesman or Nordic god, American or Frenchman, this Brit plays both sides of the line.

Editor’s Note
May 2011

Editor’s Note

Our May issue hones in on the arts of architecture and design—two always seen but not always appreciated applications of practical magic.

Evan Rachel Wood  Nobody’s Baby
April 2011

Evan Rachel Wood Nobody’s Baby

The actress defies Hollywood expectations as a young ingenue through seasoned poise and an almost uncanny range.

Q+LA Jeremy Irons
April 2011

Q+LA Jeremy Irons

The Oscar-winning actor shares his thoughts on being the Borgia Pope, meeting von Bülow and almost kissing Jacko.

The Next Factor
March 2011

The Next Factor

Move over, Ryan and Jake—make way for Hollywood’s leading men to-be. The It factor is pulsating in these guys.

Editor’s Letter—March 2011
March 2011

Editor’s Letter—March 2011

A Hollywood icon talks, fashion’s passion, the Lincoln Lawyer’s winding road...and the silver screen’s leading men to-be.

MILA KUNIS Range Finder
February 2011

MILA KUNIS Range Finder

With a scope that extends from dark fantasy to tender rom-com, a ravishing ingenue blossoms before our eyes into a leading lady.

Image: Unzipped The New Red Carpet
February 2011

Image: Unzipped The New Red Carpet

We take a crack at dressing six of the Oscar nominees in the winning but risk-taking designer looks we wish they would wear.