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HOLLYWOOD HILLS—The star of the 90s TV series “Beverly Hills 90210” Ian Ziering was attacked by a group of motorized mini bikers on Sunday, December 31, 2023 while he was driving on Hollywood Boulevard, where the bikers were weaving in and out of traffic and alleged to struck Ian’s vehicle. He got out of his vehicle to inspect and the assault transpired.

Video of the incident which transpired in broad daylight has been posted on social media which shows the actor fighting off several of the bikers, punching one in the face before fleeing across the street as all the bikers started to attack him.

In the video, Ziering is seen being punched and kicked by the assailants before he manages to cross the street in the middle of traffic. He is seen kicking one of the bikers. During the entire incident, no one on the public streets came to the actor’s defense as he was being attacked.

TMZ posted video showing the bikers striking Ziering’s vehicle after he fled with their helmets. One of the bikers cracks the windshield with the helmet. Ziering’s daughter, Penna was in the vehicle alone as this transpired. Further video shows Ziering comforting his daughter after the bikers fled the scene, another woman in the video can be seen comforting the daughter who was upset and teary-eyed after the incident occurred.

TMZ reported the following message was posted on the Instagram account @605minibikegang:

“You don’t mess with @605minibikegang SGV DON’T PLAY.” The Los Angeles Police Department is currently investigating the case.

Ziering wrote on his Instagram page Monday, January 1, 2024, the following statement:

“Yesterday, I experienced an alarming incident involving a group of individuals on mini bikes. While struck in traffic, my car was approached aggressively by one of the these riders leading to an unsettling confrontation. In an attempt to assess any damage I exited my car. This action, unfortunately, escalated into a physical altercation, which I navigated to protect myself. I am relieved to report that my daughter and I are both completely unscathed, but the incident has left me deeply concerned about the growing boldness of such groups who disrupt public safety and peace. This situation highlights a large issue of hooliganism on our streets and the need for effective law enforcement responses, to such behavior.

As a citizen and a parent, I find it unacceptable that groups can freely engage in this kind of behavior, causing fear and chaos, while the response from authorities seems insufficient. I have always been an advocate for standing up against intimidation and misconduct, and this incident reinforces my belief in the importance of personal and community safety. We must address the underlying issues that lead to such disruptive behavior and ensure that our streets are safe for everyone. I urge city officials and law enforcement to take decisive action against such lawlessness and provide the necessary resources to prevent future occurrences. I am thankful for the support of my family, friends, and fans during this time. It’s in challenging moments like these that the strength and unity of our community are most vital. Happy new year.”

Ziering is known for his role as Steve Sanders on the popular FOX series that aired for 10 seasons before it ended in May 2000. He has also appeared in the SyFy franchise “Sharknado” that became a cult classic. He has also appeared on the reality competition series, “Celebrity Apprentice,” “Dancing with the Stars” and “Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition” in 2018.

By Trevor

HOLLYWOOD HILLS—Actor Zac Efron earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, December 11. His co-star in the coming drama, “The Iron Claw” Jeremy Allen White was in attendance, as well as actor Miles Teller from “Top Gun Maverick.”

“You guys were both instrumental in giving me my start in ‘High School Musical.’ And for that, I’m just eternally, eternally grateful. You have no idea. I still think about it every day,” said Efron during his speech.

Efron thanked “Friends” star Matthew Perry during the event. Perry starred alongside Efron in the comedy “17 Again.”

Teller who co-starred with Efron in the comedy “That Awkward Moment” said during a speech:

“You are my friend and running mate. You are the man, the myth, the legend that is Zac Efron, baby. For my generation, our generation, Zac was and is the first true superstar to really come out of our class.”

Efron earned the 2,767th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Efron is known for his role in the Disney film franchise “High School Musical.” He also starred in the films “The Paperboy,” “Neighbors,” “Dirty Grandpa,” “Baywatch” and “The Greatest Showman.”

The actor will appear in “The Iron Claw” alongside White which chronicles the life of the wrestling family for the Von Erich family. The movie will be released in theaters on December 22.

By Trevor

SANTA MONICA—Actor Ryan O’Neal who was nominated for a Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the drama “Love Story” passed away on Friday, December 8 at the age of 82. The actor previously battled prostate cancer in 2012. An official cause of death for the actor has not been disclosed to the public.

Ryan was born in Los Angeles in April 1941. He was a trained boxer before he transitioned into acting in the 1960s. He had a record of 12-4 as a boxer. His big role came in 1964 on the series “Peyton Place” where he portrayed Rodney Harrington. He parlayed that success into roles in the 1968 film “Rosemary’s Baby” alongside Mia Farrow and in 1967’s “Valley of the Dolls.” His stardom rose with the 1972 film “Love Story” alongside Ali MacGraw, where he earned a Best Actor Oscar nomination for his performance. He did win the Golden Globe Award that year for Best Actor.

He appeared in the 1973 drama “Paper Moon” alongside his daughter Tatum O’Neal who won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the movie. Ryan was nominated for a Golden Globe award for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy for his role in the film. Other notable film roles include “Barry Lyndon,” “A Bridge Too Far,” “The Driver,” “Partners” and “Fever Pitch.”

He was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2021. He was married two times in his lifetime to Joanna Moore (1963-1967) and Leigh Taylor-Young (1967-1974). He later became involved with actress Farrah Fawcett, who he shared son Redmond O’Neal with. His other children include Tatum, Griffin and Patrick. Redmond and Ryan were arrested back in 2008 for drug possession in Malibu.

Ryan’s son, Patrick O’Neal posted the following message on Instagram:

“So this is the toughest thing I’ve ever had to say but here we go. My dad passed away peacefully today, with his loving team by his side supporting him and loving him as he would us. This is very difficult for my wife Summer and I, but I will share some feelings to give you an idea of how great a man he is. My father Ryan O’Neal has always been my hero. I looked up to him and he was always bigger than life. When I was born in 1967 my dad was already a TV star on Peyton Place. That’s where he met my mom Leigh Taylor-Young, and about 9 months later (give or take a date night or two) I was born.

My dad became an international movie star with Love Story at the beginning of the 1970’s, a decade he absolutely crushed by starring in movies like What’s Up, Doc?, Paper Moon, Barry Lyndon, A Bridge Too Far, The Main Event, and The Driver. He is a Hollywood legend. Full stop. The growth spurt of the first name Ryan can be traced back to my dad. That’s a fact. He was Rodney Harrington on Peyton Place three days a week (he starred in 500 shows over five years) and then of course the name Ryan peaked after Love Story (the film that saved Paramount Studios and earned my dad a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame).”

By Trevor