Las Vegas Weekly

May 26, 2010 · 3:27 PM

Strip Scribbles: The Bachelorette Ali Fedotowsky’s dream date at Aria

By Robin Leach

Ali Fedotowsky of ABC's The Bachelorette 6.

Photo: Bob D'Amico/ABC

For the newest The Bachelorette star Ali Fedotowsky, it was the ultimate dream date at Aria in MGM’s CityCenter, but we won’t know the result until Monday when Episode 2 of Season 6 of The Bachelorette airs on ABC. It starts with 17 bachelors sizzling on a Malibu Beach, and one -- Jesse, a Missouri general contractor -- gets to take her to Las Vegas via private jet.

The episode features a pool party at the new Liquid Beach Club, a gourmet dinner in a luxurious Sky Villa and a private music performance with British singer Jamie Cullum at Haze. On the last season of The Bachelor, Ali chose her job over a shot at love. Now she’s ready to give love another try thanks to the CityCenter experience. I’ve no idea of the outcome but can tell you that 14 men remain at the end of Monday from the 25 originally wooing her.

*The prestigious Crazy Horse Paris searches today for dancers to join the lineup in the French capital and here. The owners are looking for six dancers who fit the body, dance and sophistication criteria for the much sought-after jobs. The cultural phenomenon has recruited the world’s sexiest dancers who are recognized worldwide since it began in 1951. Callbacks are Friday afternoon.

*Incredible illusionists Siegfried & Roy have started Celebrity Canine Cookbook as a fundraising effort for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department K9 Unit. They’re asking Strip celebrities and Las Vegas VIPs to share their favorite recipes for the cookbook. Siegfried & Roy are earmarking all proceeds to help active and retired police service dogs with medical and dental care, equipment and training and funeral and burial expenses.

*The World’s Happiest Mayor Oscar Goodman yesterday proclaimed it Rick Faugno Day to coincide with National Tap Dance Day. Rick was honored for his triple-threat dancing, singing and acting contributions to our city through his role as the original Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys and his critically acclaimed hit one-man show Songs My Idols Sang and (Danced), which he performs again this Sunday at South Point.

*Poker players are among the most generous and philanthropic people on the planet. They continually use poker to help raise awareness and funds for worthy causes throughout the year. With the 41st Annual World Series of Poker getting underway this week, the organization has designated Nevada Cancer Institute as the official community partner of WSOP. With more than $175 million in prize money likely to be awarded this year, if players returned 1 percent of their winnings in 2010, an incredible $1.75 million would be raised to help fight cancer. WSOP has set up in its payout program an opportunity for those cashing in the 57 bracelet events to donate 1 percent of their winnings to NCI. Then on July 3, the annual Ante Up for Africa Charity Celebrity Poker Tournament also is at The Rio hosted by actor Don Cheadle and poker princess Annie Duke and draws big names from Hollywood, sports and poker.

*Our colleagues at Vegas.com are monitoring vital statistics as the unofficial start of summer cranks up this Memorial Day weekend. They note that compared to last year, there’s a significant increase in tourism and a slight increase in average daily room rates. They report that we’re seeing about a 15 percent jump in traffic for Memorial Day weekend, and the average daily hotel room rate is up 2.5 percent. Vegas.com says there are still numerous travel deals available, including 30 percent off at Treasure Island, $150 in resort extras at The Venetian and Palazzo, 25 percent off at Stratosphere and 50 percent off at Las Vegas Hilton.

STAR SURVEILLANCE

*UFC fighter “Sugar” Rashad Evans joined Jabbawockeez onstage at Hollywood Theater in MGM Grand last night. Rashad’s in town preparing for his weekend fight against Quinton “Rampage” Jackson at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

*Actress Rebecca Mader hosted a Lost series finale party at Lavo. The British actress, who played Charlotte Lewis, arrived with her boyfriend and had dinner before heading upstairs to the nightclub. She danced the night away to the sounds of DJ Five and made friends with everyone at nearby VIP tables on the dance floor, even joining the table next to her for a glass of Dom Perignon Rose. Also in the restaurant and club was Iron Man 2’s Jasmine Dustin. 90210 star Ryan Eggold treated his sister Nicole to a 21st birthday celebration at Lavo. The group, which included Mom and Nicole’s friends, enjoyed dinner and then a VIP table on the dance floor. Poker prince Chris Ferguson mingled with the crowd until 3:30 a.m.

*Dustin Diamond, Screech from Saved by the Bell, hosted at Lavo to celebrate National Nerd Day, and the nightspot was packed with clubgoers decked out in their best nerd gear. Dustin emceed the contest and awarded $1,000 to the sexiest nerd. Watching the fun was Cesar Millan, the Dog Whisperer, who enjoyed Perrier Jouet Fleur and strawberries.

*Sig and Edgar Hansen and their Northwestern crew from The Discovery Channel’s top-rated The Deadliest Catch signed autographs last night in the Waterfall Atrium of the Palazzo and then hosted a viewing party to watch a new episode in The Venetian Showroom.

*Tampa Bay Lightning star Ryan Malone popped bottles of Cristal with friends at Vanity in the Hard Rock Hotel. Also there were porn princess Jenny Hendrix at her own VIP table, Jamie Sharper, Melvin Fowler Jr. , Brenden Theaters owner Johnny Brenden, DCMA Collective member Tal Cooperman, Brad Richardson of the L.A. Kings and Maseo of De La Soul. … At Carey Hart’s Wasted Space, Sen Dog of Cypress Hill and Rev Theory hosted a party that drew members of As I Lay Dying. The band Far stopped by on their At Night We Live Tour 2010 and closed out the night with a dedication to Chi Cheng of The Deftones.

TONIGHT’S TIPS

It’s a look-alike, sound-alike salute to The Eagles with Hotel California at the Las Vegas Hilton. … Where Does Your Loyalty Lie is at Wasted Space. … Monte Rock III celebrates his second annual 70th birthday bash and opens his new reality TV show Chapel of Lust at Badda Bing.

TOMORROW’S TEASES

The 41st Annual WSOP is about to get underway with 57 events and the game’s greatest names, and we’ve got the sneak peek in advance of Friday’s first $50K players championship with legendary Doyle Brunson. Plus, our one-on-one interview with comedian Wayne Brady as he returns to the Strip with his comedy show Making Sh*t Up. It’s also the early start to Memorial Day weekend at the Palms, with its five-day Love Festival as the new Crown Theater and Nightclub at The Rio opens its doors.

Robin Leach has been a journalist for more than 50 years and has spent the past decade giving readers the inside scoop on Las Vegas, the world’s premier platinum playground.

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