Irving Penn

The provided news articles primarily focus on the Chelsea Hotel in New York City. They describe its history, atmosphere, and notable residents like Patti Smith and Robert Mapplethorpe. One article details Albert Scopin's arrival in New York and his experience living at the hotel. The other article describes the hotel's opulent and luxurious style. Neither article mentions Irving Penn, so it's impossible to provide a summary about him based on this information. Therefore, it is not possible to determine why he might be newsworthy, any recent events related to him, or his current relevance based on these articles.