HOLLYWOOD, CA — Family and friends of the late Johnny Grant, along with postal and elected officials, gather today to dedicate the historic Hollywood Station Post Office, located at 1615 Wilcox Ave., to the late radio and television personality and producer. The event includes a tribute by Actress Angie Dickinson and a performance by Singer Davis Gaines.                                                                

Congresswoman Diane Watson (CA-33) introduced legislation on Jun. 8, 2009, that was passed and signed into law (P.L. 111-104) by the President on Nov. 30, 2009, naming the building for Grant.

Hollywood Station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built in 1937 under the Works Progress Administration and contains a magnificent wood relief sculpture titled "Horsemen," that was commissioned under the Treasury Relief Art Project.

“It is very fitting that a postal facility be dedicated to Johnny Grant,” said Los Angeles Postmaster Mark Anderson. “Just as a Post Office is an important and integral part of the community it serves, Johnny Grant was an important and integral part of the Hollywood community, which he served.”

Johnny Grant, a two-time Emmy winner, tirelessly promoted Hollywood locally and around the world. He was often present at community functions, including the unveiling of new stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He also played host to red carpet arrivals at the Oscars and produced the annual Hollywood Christmas Parade. Grant claimed his mission in life was to bring the Hollywood story to everyone. He served as the honorary mayor of Hollywood from 1980 until his death in 2008.

Grant also was well known for his dedication to entertaining our Armed Forces, serving as a U.S.O. ambassador and joining comedian Bob Hope in taking entertainers to war zones to perform for military personnel.

The Postal Service issues a special pictorial postmark today to commemorate the event, which is available upon request at Hollywood Station for 30 days. The special pictorial postmark is applied at no charge to any card, envelope or paper item with applicable postage affixed. 

Grant’s tradition of promoting Hollywood and generating local commerce was carried on by the Postal Service with the launch of a customized “Hollywood/I Love LA” Priority Flat Rate Box at today’s ceremony. These eco–friendly containers make it easy to ship — providing expedited service anywhere in the nation for $14.50, regardless of weight or destination. And best of all they promote the legend of Hollywood. The “Hollywood/I Love LA” Priority Flat Rate Box is available at all Post Offices in Hollywood and Los Angeles.

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