Holiday specials have always been more than seasonal entertainment. Long before algorithms decided what we watch and when, these programs served as cultural punctuation marks—signals that the year was winding down, that it was time to gather, to reflect, to feel something familiar together. What we now think of as “holiday content” began as a shared ritual. And over the decades, as technology reshaped how stories were delivered, that ritual quietly transformed—sometimes expanding, sometimes thin

In this retrospective, we journey through Prince’s evolution up to Purple Rain, peek behind the scenes of the film’s creation, and explore the Los Angeles places and people that helped shape his purple reign. Along the way, we revisit the creative alchemy that produced an Oscar-winning rock drama, the flamboyant style that challenged norms, and the community of artists and outsiders who found freedom in Prince’s example. It’s a story of how a shy kid from Minneapolis conquered Hollywood on his o

In the kaleidoscope of Los Angeles’ cultural calendar, few moments shine brighter—or louder—than Pride Month. From the iconic streets of West Hollywood to the historic rooftops of Hollywood, an incredible array of organizations and communities come together each June to produce events that celebrate, uplift, and reflect the full spectrum of LGBTQIA+ life.