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Los Angeles, California
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The iconic sign originally read 'Hollywoodland' as part of a real estate advertisement in 1923.
Each letter stands a towering 45 feet tall, making them as tall as a four-story building!
It was meant to last only 18 months, but its popularity turned it into a lasting symbol of the entertainment industry.
In the late 1970s, the sign was in such disrepair that it was almost demolished, but a campaign led by celebrities saved it!
To prevent vandalism, the sign is equipped with motion sensors, cameras, and even a helicopter patrol!
Celebrities like Hugh Hefner and Alice Cooper each sponsored a letter, turning the restoration into a star-studded affair!
It was declared a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument in 1973, ensuring its preservation for future generations.
