Jason Issacs, Angela Bassett, Jason Ritter and other favorite stars headed to the chic, newly opened Sun Rose Hotel to join GBK Brand Bar for the 19th Annual Luxury Lounge.
Over 30 Emmy nominees, presenters, and past winners for the upcoming 77th Annual Emmy Awards stopped by to enjoy a coveted two-day gifting experience where the brightest stars were gifted exclusive experiences, trips and gifts.
The luxury lounge, always on mainstay on award season calendars, was presented this year by Oro Ventro Parfum and Burj Bites.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA: Angela Bassett with Oro Ventro Parfum at GBK’s 19th Annual Luxury Lounge presented by Oro Ventro Parfum & Burj Bites Chocolates. Photo Credit: Alexander Headley
Celebrity Power Meets Luxe Gifting
From nominees to past Emmy winners, the lounge buzzed with stars eager to experience this year’s must-have gifts. Jeff Hiller (Somebody Somewhere), Jason Isaacs (Best Supporting Actor), and Christian Minkler (Sound) joined The White Lotus co-star Thayme Thapthimthong, while Connor Thomlinson, Tanner Smith, and Dani Bowman (Love on the Spectrum – winner) rubbed shoulders with stars like Jason Ritter, David Del Rio, Leah Lewis (Matlock), Arun Storrs, Amielynn Abellera, Kristin Villanueva, Supriya Ganesh and Brandon Mendez Homer (The Pitt), Corey Hendrix and Edwin Lee Gibson (The Bear), Julliette Jeffers, Mel Rodriguez and Spencer Garrett (The Residence), Krys Marshall (Paradise), Carson Kressley (Drag Race), Poppy Liu (Hacks), Paul Ben Victor (Nobody Wants This), and Kadiff Kirwan (Slow Horses).
The lounge also brought out Emmy presenters like Angela Bassett, Craig Robinson, and Harvey Guillen, along with Cheri Oteri, Keith David, Camryn Manheim, Richard Kind, Mallie McCown, Folake Olowofoyeku, and Jai Rodriguez and Scott Evans.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA: Stars of the EMMY nominated series Matlock Jason Ritter and Leah Lewis pose with the LA Chargers GBK’s 19th Annual Luxury Lounge presented by Oro Ventro Parfum & Burj Bites Chocolates. Photo Credit: Bella Marie
An Event to Remember
What’s a luxury lounge without a little tasty indulgence? Hansen’s Cakes provided chocolate and vanilla cupcakes guests could taste, and Ike’s Love and Sandwiches brought in a variety of sammys. Jam Vino by Chef Lorious offered tastings of her wine-infused jams. Guests could also hydrate in style with OPHORA Water or check out the offerings from Hertelendy Vineyards was on hand, offering exclusive tastes from their Napa Valley winery with a 300-year legacy.
Furry friends weren’t left out either, as they were also pampered with Shepard Boy Farms’ premium dog food, crafted here in the USA.
Additional luxury gifts included: Ritualslane luxury skincare, Cat Cora by Cutlery Pro knives, Pilates body alignment sessions from Beverly Hills Pilates Studios, Corina K Minerals’ sustainable skincare Glow Stick.
VIP guests also found multiple dream getaways and experiences awaiting them, including an exclusive VIP experience from the LA Chargers, a stay for four at the Raiwasa Villa in Fiji, a three-day retreat at Siddhayatan Spiritual Retreat Center near Dallas, TX presented by the BALANCE Docuseries, and an exclusive stay at Sailrock Resort in Turks & Caicos, set amidst lush, unspoiled terrain.
The Sun Rose Hotel also treated attendees to a luxury Los Angeles ‘staycation.’ Music was curated by DJ Dazzler.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA: Lauren Goldenberg attends GBK’s 19th Annual Luxury Lounge presented by Oro Ventro Parfum & Burj Bites Chocolates.
Giving Back
At the heart of it all was a commitment to philanthropy. GBK Brand Bar routinely makes it a priority to partner with charities that support those in need, and this year, they backed Food on Foot, a Los Angeles-based nonprofit that helps unhoused and low-income individuals through nutritious meals, life-skills training, and employment opportunities. Over the years, GBK has raised over $10 million for its charitable partners, and this lounge was no exception.
