An elegant Beverly Hills house that was once home to Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward has hit the market for $7.9 million.
Built in 1937, the four-bedroom, five-bathroom residence features nearly 4,300 square feet of living space across an acre-sized plot of land.
The property also comes with a backyard pool plus adjacent deck, rooftop cabana with flanked by a fireplace, as well as an outdoor bocce court.
One of Hollywood’s greatest real-life love stories, Paul and Joanne Woodward first moved into the 9305 Hazen Drive address in the early 1960s.
The pair met and instantly fell for each other back in 1953, when they were both working as understudies for the Broadway production of William Inge’s Picnic.
Newman, who had three kids and was still married to his first wife Jackie Witte at the time, struck up an affair with Joanne.
The pair ultimately married in 1958, within the same year that Paul divorced Jackie.
The Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid star died of lung cancer at age 83 in 2008.
Woodward, now 93, is living Alzheimer’s disease, which was diagnosed the year before her husband’s death.
Highlights of the home include the expansive kitchen that’s adorned with top-of-the-line finishes.
The kitchen also connects to a charming walk-in pantry and dedicated wine storage.
Elsewhere, the adjacent dining area offers quaint views of the lush greenery outdoors.
The airy living room also features a black-marble fireplace.
Entertaining areas can be found throughout the property, from a lofty living room to the outdoor spaces with a fireplace, perfect for cozy afternoons.
At the same time, private spaces, like a well-lit study, are never more than a few steps away.
The listing describes the address as an ‘iconic estate nestled in the heart of Beverly Hills.’
‘From the moment you enter, a sense of history blends seamlessly with modern luxury.’
According to reports, the seller is Taylor Anne Crichton – daughter of Jurassic Park author Michael Crichton – who bought the property in 2021 for $7.35 million,
The listing is held by Benjamin Ballarin, Kevin Dees, and Sebastian Spader of Carolwood Estates.
