2013 just keeps getting back for Ben Affleck. It has just been announced that the Oscar-winning Argo director will executive produce and direct a crime drama pilot for Fox.

Patina is toasting its 10th anniversary at the Walt Disney Concert Hall with a series of celebrations this October. The party will continue for an entire month. It will culminate in a one-night only 10 Years Tastings Menu courtesy of Founding Chef and owner Joachim Splichal.

In anticipation of Beverly Hills’ upcoming Centennial Celebration, the Rodeo Drive Committee has organized an equestrian parade to kick off the festivities. The Rodeo de Los Caballos — Gathering of the Horses parade — will make its way through Beverly Hills on Oct. 13.

Kobe Bryant is headed to the United Arab Emirates for a cause later this month. The LA Lakers star will make a trip to Abu Dhabi and Dubai Sept. 26 and 27 for the Kobe Bryant Health & Fitness weekend in Support of Diabetes Awareness.

Ever wonder what the most powerful leaders, business execs and celebrities keep on their desks? Well, we’re about to tell you. Our biweekly “What’s on My Desk” feature will take a look inside the offices and at the desks of the world’s most influential power players.

Like the go-to hair chain DryBar before it, it was only a matter of time before the Blushington trend caught on. The upscale makeup-on-the-go boutique is opening its third location at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

Those who plan on attending the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic on Oct. 5 and want to stay in style should check out a special package being offered by the Viceroy Santa Monica. The haute hotel is partnering up with Veuve Clicquot to offer guests tickets to the match, special menus and a champagne magnum upgrade.

Ari Emanuel is a master at the art of getting things done. The WME agent can talk the talk and now, he walks the walk…in his office.

Here are the haute secrets of Michelle Danner, Hollywood acting coach, director and Artistic Director of the Edgemar Center of the Arts.