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As one of the most recognizable faces on the Hollywood scene (the blonde afro is hard to miss), the Canadian-born Ryan Cook says promoting is something he could do in his sleep. You've seen him everywhere, from episodes of "The Hills" to skating on Sunset Blvd. and after almost 4 years on the scene, this down-to-earth promoter/skater/actor/drummer (yes, he does it all) hasn't been jaded by the fast lane. See below to see where this Hollywood insider stays grounded. – Stephanie Ocampo 
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What was your first promoting gig?My first gigs were Friday nights at Concorde, now it’s Shag, and Thursday nights at XES, now Sugar.
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What is your favorite venue to throw parties at?I really like Opera – we do Fridays. I think it’s one of the best designed clubs in L.A., so far. But, I have great memories everywhere. I always try to have fun. If a promoter is showing that he’s not having fun, it’ll affect other people’s vibes, so I always try to put on my Hollywood face when I go out.
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Besides Fridays at Opera, what other parties are you promoting right now?Fridays at Opera are consistently consistent. We just started doing Tuesdays at Crimson and it’s been really really good. Things are popping up and new opportunities are gonna come my way soon and I’ll definitely keep LA.com posted.
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After a long night of partying – where do you like to go for some late night grub?I definitely stick to Hollywood. I’m a 101 Coffee Shop kind of guy. I like the mac & cheese there.
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What was the best party you’ve been to in LA?Joe Francis’ birthday at Six Flags Magic Mountain was insane. They rented it out and it was open bars and free food everywhere. It was like 1,500 Hollywood socialites and celebs, and you got to go on all the rides over and over again as much as you wanted with double drinks in hand. DJ AM was spinning too, that was a good party.
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What club parties stand out in your memory?There’s always good parties in L.A., but at Nacional once, for Jesse Metcalfe’s birthday, the Ying Yang Twins walked in. I gave them a bottle of Patron and they did 3 songs, and it was just me and all my friends at Nacional and they were right on the dancefloor just singing and rapping. It was pretty sick.
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Where can we find you on nights when you're not partying?I love music, so I really like to go to shows. My favorite venue to see shows would probably be The Greek or the Hollywood Bowl. I’ll literally go anywhere where there’s good music, though. I’m big into rock – I love The Beatles, The Stones, AC/DC, Nirvana, Soundgarden. Nowadays, it’s Shiny Toy Guns, The Shins, The Sounds. I just like watching fun bands with good vibes that make me smile.
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What's the best show you've been to recently?Linkin Park at the Ritual opening party. They invited 200 people and I knew the publicist and she walked us to the front of the stage. I was literally right in front of the stage with my hands on the speakers and they were right there 5 feet away from me. I thought they were only going to do 3 songs and they ended up doing, like, 15. It was insane. The drummer gave me his drumsticks [in hand at interview] and I’m actually going to go audition for a band after this.
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If you could only eat at one restaurant in L.A. for the rest of your life – which restaurant would it be?I love Geisha House. There’s always Koi and Matsuhisa too, but I really love Geisha House. I order the Taro Taro, the Hollywood Roll, the Red Dragon Roll, and the beef skewers. I get the same thing every time. I love that place, they always take care of me there. I just reaally love sushi, too.
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If today was your last day in L.A., how would you spend it?In the morning – I’d wake up at 4 or 5am because if it was my last day, I’d want to live it up. I’d start off surfing in Leo Carillos (with hopefully head high waves) and then I’d go down to Duke’s in Malibu for breakfast.
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How would you end your last day in L.A.?I’d take a hike up Runyon Canyon and just chill up there and watch the sunset. I love it there – I’d just sit on the bench and watch the sun fade away. Then, I’d go a really good sushi restaurant before going to my good-bye party and good-bye after party and I’d rock it out until the plane deported me.
 ooooh canadaaaa....! Posted 01/27/08 05:05PM PST by Dustin
good work Ry, congrats :) Posted 01/17/08 03:30AM PST by Laskey
life is good! see you soon. Posted 01/05/08 04:34PM PST by GP.TheNacional
thanks for taking care of my girls!! you are awesome happy new year Posted 01/01/08 07:53AM PST by Lisa
haha, atta boy ryan Posted 12/28/07 07:51PM PST by Keyan
Ryan your my hero!! Ur also a good omen when watchin world cup finals!! July 2006 never forgotten! Posted 12/18/07 12:54PM PST by Gianni
Good times now. But I rem. the XES days. Def. some of my favorties. It only gets better Cookie! Posted 11/25/07 08:26PM PST by Kamari
Whenever I go out on the town and I see a guy with blonde, curly hair, I think to myself... "That guy WISHES he was Ryan Cook!" Love you Cookie Monster =). Posted 11/24/07 06:58PM PST by Chammy Chan
Nice One Ryan !!! Good On you Posted 11/22/07 09:33AM PST by Jesse James
That's my boy!!!!! love u Mom Posted 11/22/07 08:52AM PST by Lynne
ryan cook, an inspiration to all Americans! (and Canadians) Posted 11/22/07 02:28AM PST by Brad Hoss
we luv u ryan! Posted 11/21/07 09:50PM PST by blondetourage
- Oh!? - Is it realy him? -OH yes it IS!! Our favorite curlyboy! See you tomorrow ;D Posted 11/21/07 09:25PM PST by The Swedish girls
Your hair is a milestone for all humanity! congrats buddy! Posted 11/21/07 08:52PM PST by Nic Nac
HAHA! Sickie! That was me n you tearin it up on the coasters at Six Flags... GOOOOD times! Posted 11/21/07 08:28PM PST by Michael
Good stuff Cook Posted 11/21/07 08:14PM PST by Ben
awwwww, ryan i miss that fro! Posted 11/21/07 07:54PM PST by Amy
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 "I try to stay active and do a lot of things to keep reality in check, instead of getting consumed by the Hollywood world. I like to branch out and make sure I’m doing things that I like to do aside from waking up and going to clubs."
-Ryan Cook
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