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WeHo's newest resident enjoys A/C, Sunset Strip views ... from inside a billboard. Why he's there
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Summer Lin , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The billboard is located about 30 feet above the ground at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Selma Avenue.
In West Hollywood, a unique resident has taken up residence inside a billboard. The billboard is located about 30 feet above the ground at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Selma Avenue. People have been gathering at the location to catch a glimpse of the billboard and take photos.
Both locals and tourists have been drawn to the scene on Friday morning. Further details about this unusual resident and their living arrangement are available from the Los Angeles Times. For more information, readers can refer to the original source.
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Category: government ·
Published: August 8, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In West Hollywood, a unique resident has taken up residence inside a billboard. The billboard is located about 30 feet above the ground at the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Selma Avenue…
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