Guests & Entertainers

Guests & Entertainers

The preeminent reputation of the Waldorf Astoria on the world stage is shaped by the illustrious and ordinary who have passed through it. Elite travelers, celebrities, artists, heads of state, royalty, diplomats and numerous others from diverse social strata have enjoyed the glamour and renowned service of the hotel. Some have stayed for short periods, while others have called the hotel their permanent home. Guests of the Waldorf-Astoria rely on the deep privacy and security the hotel provides; therefore the archive houses a limited amount of material pertaining to notable guests. The photographs and other materials presented in this collection reflect the public experiences of some of the notable and newsworthy guests at the Waldorf=Astoria. Many of the photographs were taken at Friar’s Club dinners, the annual Alfred E. Smith Dinner and various high-profile balls and dinners.