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The Hollywood sign promoted "Hollywoodland" real estate in 1923. "Hollywood" became the entertainment industry's icon.
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The first movie studio in Hollywood was established in 1911 by Nestor Company, marking the beginning of the area's association with filmmaking.
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The 1960-founded Hollywood Walk of Fame honors entertainment industry luminaries with over 2,600 brass stars on the walkways.
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"The Squaw Man," released in 1914, is regarded as the world's first feature-length film. It was directed by Cecil B. DeMille and produced in Hollywood.
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The Academy Awards, widely known as the Oscars, held annually in Hollywood since 1929, honors outstanding achievements in the film industry.
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"Avengers: Endgame" (2019) holds the title of the highest-grossing film of all time, earning billions of dollars worldwide.
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The Hollywood Bowl is one of the largest natural amphitheaters in the world, hosting numerous concerts and events since its opening in 1922.
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"The Jazz Singer" (1927) is considered the first feature-length film with synchronized sound, marking a major milestone in the history of cinema.
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Hollywood is often referred to as the "Movie Capital of the World" due to its global influence on the film industry.
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The studios controlled filmmaking, actor contracts, and distribution. Hollywood's history and numerous renowned films.