V. Stiviano'S Mystery Blackout: What Really Happened Outside A Marina Del Rey Hotel?

  • By Jasmine
  • Jan. 16, 2026, 7 a.m.

The Unfolding Mystery in Marina del Rey

V. Stiviano, who once found herself in the eye of the storm that ousted NBA owner Donald Sterling, is back in the news with a puzzling incident. Last week, she claims, an inexplicable blackout left her injured after she departed a Los Angeles hotel. The drama unfolded near a spot well-known for its breezy, relaxed vibes – Marina del Rey.

According to a scoop by TMZ, Stiviano recounted her night visiting friends at the hotel’s bar. She insists no alcohol or even water touched her lips. Yet, as she made her way to her car post-visit, she suddenly lost consciousness. As if scripted for a Hollywood thriller, Stiviano regained awareness face down in a street median, with traffic flowing around her.

“I didn't have a drop to drink, and still I ended up on the asphalt,” she reportedly shared with the outlet, highlighting the surreal nature of the occurrence.

Injuries and Concerns

Stiviano reported chipped teeth and abrasions when she came to, injuries that painted a concerning picture of her fall. Uncertain whether she was hit by a vehicle or possibly a target of foul play, her fears were initially compounded by a missing watch, though it later turned up in her car. Despite the scare, Stiviano was able to drive herself to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She was treated and released, with doctors assuring that her injuries were not life-threatening.

Seeking answers, Stiviano returned to the hotel in hopes of reviewing surveillance footage. However, it was revealed that the cameras did not cover the area where her blackout occurred. As the LAPD probes the situation, the circumstances surrounding Stiviano’s blackout remain shrouded in mystery.

From the Past to the Present

Stiviano captured nationwide attention back in 2014, when recordings she made of Sterling’s racist remarks resulted in his lifetime NBA ban and the forced sale of the Los Angeles Clippers. The saga, one of the most powerful in sports history, eventually led Stiviano to withdraw from the limelight.

Now, with this bizarre incident, V. Stiviano’s name is resurfacing in the headlines. As the investigation continues, the question lingers: what truly happened outside that hotel in Marina del Rey? For now, the case remains an unsolved enigma, with police delving deeper into the incident.

Jasmine
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Jasmine

Jasmine Kwon covers the wildest headlines out of California — from OnlyFans controversies to late-night celebrity arrests. With roots in Koreatown and a radar for viral chaos, Jasmine is always two steps ahead of the next Hollywood meltdown.