The Hollywood sign's long history of glory and decrepitude (pictures) - CNET
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Probably the world's most famous sign, 90 years ago it was just a temporary advertisement. But thanks to Playboy's Hugh Hefner, it still stands tall over Tinseltown. CNET Road Trip 2012 gets up close.
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The Hollywood sign's long history of glory and decrepitude
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The Hollywood sign's long history of glory and decrepitude
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The Hollywood sign's long history of glory and decrepitude
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The Hollywood sign's long history of glory and decrepitude
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