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Hollywood Dive 2025: LA Today's Film & TV Pool Party at the Mondrian
Mermaids, magicians and the Miles Away cast, poolside at the Mondrian. LA Today's film and TV industry mixer, one afternoon only.
What Hollywood Dive Was
Mermaids? Magicians? World-class singers and actors? We dove right into Hollywood Dive, an exclusive Film & TV industry pool party and mixer produced by LA Today that turned the Mondrian Hotel into the ultimate summer celebration.
With the cast & crew from the feature film Miles Away plus live performances, magic, special guest DJs, and panoramic Hollywood views...this wasn’t just a networking event, it was a scene straight out of Hollywood fantasy. Think VIP blue carpet arrivals, stylish swimwear, industry connections, and summer vibes turned all the way up!
Where: The Mondrian Pool Deck
Hosted at the iconic Mondrian Hotel, 8440 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA, the pool deck became a glittering backdrop for creative collisions between entertainment pros and rising talent.
When: Saturday, August 9th, 2025
The splash happened on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, starting at 3:00 PM. This limited-capacity VIP bash was a one-day-only event, but if the crowd’s reaction was any indication, it won’t be the last.
Who Came
Produced by LA Today x Swim Club, Hollywood Dive brought together actors, producers, media, and guests from across LA, including the Miles Away team:
Written & Directed by Jackie Quinones
Executive Produced by Luis Guzman (Boogie Nights, Narcos) and Andre Royo (The Wire, Empire)
The day also featured:
Live vocals by Georgia Starnes (NBC’s The Voice)
Magic by Ian Michael Scheller (Member of the Magic Castle)
DJ sets with Aaron Colbert + Friends
Interviews by Jerome Spurlin
And a very chic VIP Lounge made possible by Titan Energy Cookie, Traveling Tarts ($125 Baking Class Gift Cards!), Swim Club, and Skybar Bottle Service.
Why It Mattered
Because nowhere else can you mix with television producers, actors, and recording artists while lounging by the pool under the Hollywood sun. Part party, part industry mixer, Hollywood Dive perfectly blends entertainment culture with real connection, and wraps it in the glamorous atmosphere the Mondrian is famous for. If you missed it, you’ll want to keep your eyes open for round two.
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