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Robin Leach: Luxe Life
What's your story? If you are a celebrity in Vegas, Robin Leach wants to know.
10.31.11 · 10:02 PM
Photos: JWoww hosts Halloween at Chateau with Roger Matthews
By Don Chareunsy Jersey Shore star Jenni “JWoww” Farley kicked off Halloween weekend at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at the Paris on Friday joined by her Jersey boyfriend Roger Matthews on the red carpet as a Mafia couple for the Pimps ’n’ Ho’s Party. The buxom brunette and her crew made their way to a VIP booth overlooking the dance floor, enjoyed Grey Goose and soda and danced and high-fived fans from the table. Later in the evening, JWoww got ... Read more...
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Facebook10.31.11 · 8:58 PM
Photos: Meow! Snooki is absolutely purr-fect for Halloween at Pure
By Don Chareunsy Jersey Shore starlet Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi hosted the Halloween celebration at Pure in Caesars Palace on Saturday night, and the pint-sized Guidette was joined by her BFF Caitlin Ryder for the festivities, as the ladies dressed up as feisty and fierce felines for the evening. Snooki played the part of a sexy leopard decked out head-to-toe in fur complete with paws and a tail — and fantastic makeup. The fan favorite brunette was covered in body paint ... Read more...
10.31.11 · 8 PM
Louis C.K.: Most horrible things he’s ever said … repeatedly … at Palms
By Brjden Crewe Louis C.K. is a comedic anomaly. Sure, he’s been nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Louie and has won awards for his writing and stand-up comedy specials, but trying to describe his style and newfound commercial appeal is difficult given his taste in random thoughts. Louie (as he’s generally referred to) is a family man, but not to the level of Tim Allen. He’s vulgar, but not to the level ... Read more...
10.31.11 · 5:33 PM
Strip Scribbles: Steve Wynn ships $12.8 million vases to Macau resort
The four Qing Dynasty vases that Las Vegas hotel tycoon Steve Wynn bought for $12.8 million in July have been safely returned to The People’s Republic of China, and they will be displayed in his Wynn Macau hotel lobby. Steve was joined by Edmund Ho Hau Wah, vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, for last week’s unveiling of the Buccleuch Vases, which date to 1796. “We are returning an extraordinary collection of porcelain ... Read more...
10.31.11 · 4:02 PM
PBR World Finals photos: Brazilians sweep event, overall titles at UNLV
From Rookie of the Year to World Champion in exactly 12 months. That’s the incredible achievement now in the record books for Silvano Alves of Brazil as he became the first rider in PBR history to make the giant leap. It also won him a $1 million bonus, earning him $1,456,964 in 12 months and $1,778,544 in 18 initial months on the circuit. Fellow Brazilian Robson Palermo won the 2011 Built Ford Tough PBR World Finals’ prized buckle and the ... Read more...
10.31.11 · 2:09 PM
Photos: Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball at South Point doesn’t disappoint
It’s known as one of the most outrageous, bizarre and risque Halloween parties in the country, and once again the 2011 Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball lived up to its namesake and reputation at South Point on a sinful and sexy Saturday night. The emphasis was on the wild, the wicked and the wanton, and, as you can see from this extraordinary photo gallery by Tom Donoghue, the skeletons, spooks, ghouls and goblins turned out in full fright-night force. Tom’s ... Read more...
10.31.11 · 1:08 PM
At Grand Slam: Adidas fashion, Carrot Top in drag and Pearl Harbor
By John Katsilometes Now that Andre Agassi has raised about $118 million in 16 Grand Slam for Children charity galas, ensuring his College Preparatory Academy will be fully funded for the foreseeable future, you have to ask, “What’s next?” Maybe Kirk Kerkorian donates $19 million next year? Seems a lot to ask, doesn’t it? Especially when the school is so financially secure. Of the future of the Grand Slam for Children, Agassi himself has said, repeatedly now, that he’s not ... Read more...
10.30.11 · 5:28 PM
Photos: Zombie Playboy Bunny Bridget Marquardt parties at Gallery
By Don Chareunsy Blonde bombshell Bridget Marquardt of The Girls Next Door and Playboy fame celebrated her favorite holiday last night at Gallery Nightclub in Planet Hollywood dressed up as a zombie Playboy Bunny from her Halloween costume line Bridget by Roma. Marquardt strutted her sexy stuff on the red carpet before heading to the Halloween party featuring Hpnotiq Harmonie. Marquardt was joined in the VIP section by her director boyfriend Nick Carpenter, who was dressed in a whale watcher ... Read more...
10.30.11 · 4:47 PM
Photos: DJ Pauly D is the man behind the mask at the Palms
By Don Chareunsy Palms resident DJ Pauly D of MTV’s Jersey Shore hosted his Halloween party Paulyween at Rain as part of The Night of the Killer Costumes 5 at the Palms last night. Pauly, arguably the most down to Earth and nicest of the Jersey Shore cast, dressed in a Halloween mask and had the packed nightclub fist pumping all night long. His castmates Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi and Jenni “JWoww” Farley also hosted Halloween weekend parties — check back ... Read more...
10.30.11 · 3:32 PM
Photos: Holly Madison channels Tangled’s Rapunzel at Studio 54
By Don Chareunsy Peepshow at Planet Hollywood and Holly’s World star Holly Madison hosted her annual Hollyween Halloween party last night, and co-star Josh Strickland joined her at Studio 54 in MGM Grand for the soiree. Madison dressed as Rapunzel from last year’s hit film Tangled, while Strickland one was stylish vampire complete with a masquerade mask. Strickland also reported to the floor to sing for revelers. Andrew Ragone, Raoul in Phantom — the Las Vegas Spectacular, planned on attending ... Read more...
10.30.11 · 2:46 PM
Photos: Heidi Klum bares all at Tao for 12th annual Halloween party
By Don Chareunsy Project Runway host and supermodel Heidi Klum brought her legendary Halloween party, in its 12th year, to Tao at the Venetian last night for the first time. Shortly after arriving in The Entertainment Capital of the World, Klum asked her driver to take her to see a billboard for the party, and she posed in front of it and tweeted the photo. The Queen of Halloween fueled up for the night with Tao favorites (crispy rice, Chilean ... Read more...
10.30.11 · 8:15 AM
$2.2 million at stake as PBR World Finals heads into final day at UNLV
Caleb Sanderson has become the only rider to cover every bull at the 2011 Built Ford Tough PBR World Finals and today heads into the final day of competition with a serious shot at $250,000 as the World Finals event winner. Silvano Alves continues to lead the race for the world championship with 13,161.5 points. He is 3-for-4 at the world finals and in fifth place in the average with 254 points. Round 5 begins at 11:30 a.m. at the ... Read more...
10.29.11 · 4:51 PM
Photos: Country powerhouse Martina McBride soars at Green Valley Ranch
By Kyle Ellis Martina McBride needed no introduction, supporting act or elaborate stage show to warm the crowd at Green Valley Ranch last night. With 24 Top 10 singles and six No. 1 hits to her name, the success McBride has enjoyed as a country music powerhouse speaks for itself. She opened her 90-minute, 19-song set with “One Night,” the lead track on her most recent album, Eleven. The upbeat and infectious tune was clearly written with her live show ... Read more...
10.29.11 · 3:31 PM
Photos: AnnaLynne McCord hosts Halloween celebration at Pure
By Don Chareunsy Gorgeous 90210 star AnnaLynne McCord hosted an evening of haunted Halloween seduction last night at Pure in Caesars Palace, and the actress also served as a judge in a costume contest in which the lucky winner took home $10,000. McCord was joined by her sisters Angel (in green) and Rachel (in blue) as the three stunning siblings dressed up as fashionable French femme fatales straight outta Dangerous Liaisons. The evening also was a birthday celebration for Rachel ... Read more...
10.29.11 · 12:36 PM
PBR Finals Day 3 photos: Tie for the top is broken in third night of action
First-night winner Caleb Sanderson has tackled the tie on the leaderboard and now swept into a commanding lead with 260 points in the 2011 Build Ford Tough PBR World Finals that wrapped Day 3 at the Thomas & Mack Center last night. J.B. Mauney is not too far behind with 247 points, so those will be the two riders to battle it out down to the wire in the final rounds tonight and tomorrow. The remaining Top 10 bull riders ... Read more...
10.29.11 · 11:05 AM
Photos: Art is unveiled at Agassi Prep for tennis legend’s 2011 Grand Slam
As is hometown hero and tennis legend Andre Agassi’s tradition the night before his star-studded Grand Slam for Children benefit at the Wynn, he unveiled the art to be auctioned at his gala. Andre, in an interview posted Wednesday, believes that his fundraising tonight will surpass $100 million raised over 16 years of Grand Slam events, and thus assuring that his Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy here will live in perpetuity. Photographer Denise Truscello was on hand at the charter ... Read more...
10.29.11 · 9:30 AM
It’s a good time to be Eric Church with hit albums, award nods, baby boy
By Kyle Ellis A lot has changed in the three months since Eric Church last played in Las Vegas. Personally, he and his wife Katherine welcomed a son, Boone McCoy, into their lives. Professionally, he celebrated an album, Chief, that went gold in seven weeks and has produced two Top 20 singles. Tonight, the EMI recording artist headlines Star of the Desert Arena at Primm Valley Resorts. But first, Church spent a few minutes to catch up with the Las ... Read more...
10.28.11 · 6:28 PM
Celebrity preview: Agassi’s Grand Slam w/Buble, Martina, Train, Smokey
It isn’t all about ghosts and goblins this Halloween weekend, as Las Vegas has many alternative entertainment choices to combat the evil spirits on the Day of the Dead. Our hometown hero tennis legend Andre Agassi brings it all to life and keeps it going with his 16th Annual Grand Slam for Children at the Wynn with an all-star lineup promoting his Foundation for Education’s incredible education work. Las Vegas is home to Andre and Smokey Robinson and a former ... Read more...
10.28.11 · 11:21 AM
PBR Finals Day 2 photos: Tie at the top; 3 points separates five bull riders
After just two nights of taming the terrible toros, there’s a tie at the top — and a difference of only 3 points among the Top Five leaderboard cowboys. The world finals here have a total purse of $2.2 million, including a $1 million bonus to the 2011 PBR world champion who also receives the coveted world champion buckle. Rookie Rubens Barbosa and second-ranked Valdiron de Oliveira each scored 90.75 points to split first place in Round 2 of the ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 10:33 PM
Photos: Top Chef and MGM culinary stars’ ultimate food and wine feast
Today’s top culinary constellation came from across America and halfway around the world for the three-day Food & Wine and Top Chef All-Stars festival hosted at Aria and Bellagio. It was a powerhouse summit of celebrated kitchen kings, queens and primetime personalities. It also was a 72-hour extravaganza with a sellout crowd of 450 foodies getting up close and personal with their culinary heroes and glittering giants of the gourmet globe. There were parties, dinners, brunches, classes and a poolside ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 9:01 PM
Jer-ry! Jer-ry! Jer-ry! TV titan says he’ll be 104 before his talk show ends
After weeks of heavy competition and several breathtaking performances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, the winner and final five will appear for three nights starting tomorrow at Caesars Palace with Jerry Springer as host. The shows through Sunday are the only place in America that fans will see the live acts. Soulful vocalist and Frank Sinatra-styled sound-alike Landau Eugene Murphy, the winner, will be joined by artistic dance troupe The Silhouettes, choreographed technology act Team Illuminate, teen rock band PopLyfe, ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 7:29 PM
Howie Mandel juggles new TV series, Venetian debut, longtime OCD fight
Behind all of Howie Mandel’s incredible TV successes lies a lifelong battle with the pain from obsessive-compulsive disorder. His struggle to combat its debilitating anxiety-inducing effects has meant years of medicine and therapy. He’s juggled that germaphobia openly and publicly and found comfort in his comedy and nonstop work schedule of TV hosting and standup tour dates. This weekend, he heads into Las Vegas to perform for the first time at the Venetian. “I didn’t realize it was Halloween when ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 3:58 PM
Strip Scribbles: Celine Dion’s twin baby boys Nelson and Eddy turn 1
Where does the time go? I can’t believe it’s a year already! Caesars Palace headliner Celine Dion and husband manager Rene Angelil celebrated the first birthday of twins boys Nelson and Eddy yesterday, and what a party that must have been for them. Congratulations to all of them, including oldest son and brother Rene-Charles. Celine, who began her latest residency at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace on March 15, returns for a run of shows Dec. 28 through Aug. 19. ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 2:24 PM
Halloween in L.V.: Parties w/Heidi Klum, Holly, Bridget, Pauly D, Snooki
Holy horrors! Halloween is such a popular party holiday in Las Vegas that this year it’s been expanded to what really is a six-day hell-ebration. It began last night, and the ghastly goblins and ghostly ghouls won’t rest till the coffin is slammed shut at some point early Tuesday morning. That’s six days, or 144 horrific hours, of mayhem and madness. There is no city on Earth better suited for a Halloween holiday than Las Vegas. Sin City simply out-spooks ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 12:56 PM
Cool hang alert: Brimming-with-talent Composers Showcase is back at Garfield’s
The venues have changed over the years, beginning at Suede a few doors down from Double Down and stopping for a time at Liberace Museum. Those haunts have since closed, but Composers Showcase lives on, and the next Showcase is set for tonight at 10:30 at Garfield’s Grand Atrium lake-front performance venue (the address is 2620 Regatta Drive, Las Vegas 89128). Performing away from their usual gigs and shows and planning for such are Kelly Clinton, Bill Fayne, Michelle Johnson ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 11:53 AM
Voice, respiratory concerns land Marie Osmond in emergency room
By John Katsilometes Vocal and respiratory concerns landed Marie Osmond in the emergency room late last night. Osmond spokesman Greg Sperry said this morning that during the latter stages of Donny & Marie’s show at the Flamingo, Marie’s voice sounded hoarse, leading to concerns about her vocal chords. She finished the performance, and Sperry advised that she seek evaluation immediately after the show. After the show, Osmond also complained of tightness in her lungs, leading to concerns that she might ... Read more...
10.27.11 · 10:43 AM
PBR Finals Day 1 photos: Caleb Sanderson takes lead in first round
Caleb Sanderson is the leader after Day 1 of the 2011 Built Ford Tough PBR World Finals at the Thomas & Mack Center. He scored 88.5 points for his ride on Vitalix White Velvet. Ryan Dirteater — what a perfect name for a PBR athlete! — is in second place after the first day with 88.25 points on Bois d’arc, and L.J. Jenkins is in third place after scoring 87.5 points on Bad Moon. The Top Three riders in the ... Read more...
10.26.11 · 11:04 PM
Andre Agassi focuses on U.S. education efforts after L.V. success
Tennis champion and hometown hero Andre Agassi will see his ultimate dream come true at Saturday night’s 16th Grand Slam charity event with a superstar celebrity lineup. He is firmly convinced that the gala fundraiser will take him over the money mark so that he never has to worry again about his Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy living on forever. The sports superstar who has raised multimillions told me: “I never thought 15 years ago when we started this, we ... Read more...
10.26.11 · 10:01 PM
Photos: The Valley of Fire, Nevada’s oldest and largest state park
By Don Chareunsy It was yet another Maverick Helicopter adventure for photographer Tom Donoghue, as he flew over The Valley of Fire State Park for this stunning Vegas DeLuxe photo gallery. The state park, Nevada’s oldest and largest, is located 6 miles from Lake Mead and 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Dedicated in 1935, The Valley of Fire derives its name from the red sandstone formations, and “the stark beauty of the Mojave Desert,” Donoghue said. “Upon takeoff, I ... Read more...
10.26.11 · 3:08 PM
Strip Scribbles: Lion King’s 1,000th performance; Rumor’s anniversary
Congratulations to the cast of Disney’s The Lion King at Mandalay Bay on next week’s 1,000th performance. To celebrate the Nov. 3 milestone, cast members presented a special surprise performance yesterday to students at Walter Long Elementary School and gave away 1,000 tickets to see the hit production. Students from more than 80 valley schools submitted essays on why their school deserved to see the show before its final performance Dec. 30 and as Mandalay Bay prepares for the Michael ... Read more...
10.26.11 · 1:05 PM
PBR World Finals return to L.V. for 18th year; $2.2 million up for grabs
The cowboys are back in town, and a new world champion is about to be crowned in 3D TV. For the 18th consecutive year, the world’s top bull riders and the fiercest of bucking bulls are back for the richest bull-riding event on Earth: the 2011 Built Ford Tough World Finals that start today and end Sunday at the Thomas & Mack Center. At stake is a purse of $2.2 million that includes a $1 million bonus to the PBR ... Read more...
10.26.11 · 11:37 AM
Criss Angel celebrates third anniversary of Believe, new levitation
As Mindfreak magician Criss Angel prepares to celebrate the third anniversary of his show Believe with Cirque du Soleil on Halloween Monday at the Luxor, he said: “A lot has happened the past 36 months, and we have come a long way. Three years in — now just seven more to go on the first contract!” Criss said that it’s been an amazing journey, and for him every night is still like opening night. He’s proudest of all surpassing the ... Read more...
10.25.11 · 4:33 PM
Strip Scribbles: Kardashians set opening date for their Mirage boutique
Expect Khaos when the Kardashian klan arrives here Tuesday for the opening of their celebrity lifestyle boutique. In fact, Kardashian Khaos in the Mirage will have one-of-a-kind products designed by the family and paired with exclusive Las Vegas souvenir items only available here. All the girls — Kim, Khloe, Kourtney and mom Kris Jenner — have designed merchandise with Cici Bussey, Khaos VP and creative director. Each has made scented candles and private label makeup. In addition to playing cards ... Read more...
10.25.11 · 3:12 PM
Counter Intelligence: Vegas Uncork’d; David Walzog’s Lakeside; Guy Savoy
Hot off the grill! New Bon Appetit Editor Adam Rappaport has ambitious plans in the works to give the upcoming Vegas Uncork’d a new look as it celebrates its fifth anniversary as a premiere feast of chefs and fine food. In advance of his visit here tomorrow, Adam told me from New York: “How do we take something that’s great and make it even better? I want to redefine it and refresh it. “First, it will have a much more ... Read more...
10.25.11 · 1:07 PM
Photos: Judas Priest put on a show with Black Label Society at The Joint
By Case Keefer Judas Priest caused a bit of confusion with the announcement of their latest world tour this year. The self-described British metal gods dubbed Epitaph “a farewell tour” before deciding that title felt all too final. The leather-loving, guitar-shredding quintet later issued a clarification that said, in essence, the band didn’t plan on retiring. After Judas Priest rolled through The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel on Sunday night, it’s easy to see why the band decided against ... Read more...
10.25.11 · 10:24 AM
Shanna Moakler recruits Miss Nevada USA Pageant hopefuls at Palms
1995 Miss USA Shanna Moakler has ambitious plans for the next Miss Nevada USA Pageant and plans to double the number of glamour girls parading in their sexy swimsuits. Over the weekend, she began the recruiting drive at Moon in the Palms with 2011 Miss USA Alyssa Campanella of California and 2011 Miss Nevada USA Sarah Chapman of Henderson. Shanna, formerly married to Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker (they have two children), has joined the Miss Nevada USA Organization, led by ... Read more...
10.25.11 · 8:39 AM
Photos: Paul Simon, band aim to please at Colosseum — and succeed
By Michael Squires Paul Simon has over the four decades he’s been a recording artist amassed a catalog rivaling the great American composers. That might make it sound like Simon’s concert last night at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace was a chin-stroking stroll through some mildew-y museum. It wasn’t. This is, after all, rock and roll, and Simon and his band aimed to please an enthusiastic crowd. “You winning?” Simon asked during a pause early in the show. “We are ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 10:31 PM
A stroke of genius? KISS-themed golf, gift shop, chapel set for January
By John Katsilometes Paradise Road and Harmon Avenue is where the KISS Army meets Arnie’s Army. The KISS in this instance it the band, and the KISS Army is its official, worldwide fan club. Arnie’s Army is a reference older than my family’s antique melodeon but is apt because Arnie’s Army were followers (maybe still are) of golf great Arnold Palmer, and danged if KISS isn’t connected to golf right here in Las Vegas. Opening in January is the KISS ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 6:31 PM
Photos: Obama’s brief local stops include the Bellagio and L.V. family
By Don Chareunsy President Obama was in Las Vegas today for fundraising and campaign stops at the Bellagio and outside the home of Jose and Lissette Bonilla, where he delivered remarks about the American Jobs Act and a housing proposal to aid homeowners with federally guaranteed mortgages to refinance their homes. Check out Las Vegas Sun political reporter Karoun Demirjian’s story for the full report of the president’s shortened swing into Las Vegas. Thanks to Erik Kabik for his photo ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 4:58 PM
Strip Scribbles: 11-11-11 prompts L.V. to throw world’s biggest wedding party
Wedding chapels on and off The Strip are gearing up to break all-time records with marriage ceremonies booked for next month on 11-11-11. As a result, nightlife party planners are busy preparing to be part of the nuptials. Nightlife queen Tiffany Masters was first to announce her plans for the biggest wedding reception party of them all, with 2,500 couples in Las Vegas for their nuptials attending her bash at Tropicana’s beach and nightclub venues. She’s booked The Spazmatics to ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 4:06 PM
Exclusive: Theater acts among Strip attractions for new party season
Wicked Whispers & Racy Rumors! Three exclusive nightclub news items today: The outrageous The Box nightclub from London and New York is headed to The Strip; Cirque du Soleil founder and billionaire Guy Laliberte is partnering with The Light Group in a venture at Mandalay Bay; and the wild Pink Elephant club is integrating the showgirls in Crazy Horse Paris at MGM Grand. Theater in the form of outdoor burlesque cabaret is coming to town, and its proponents predict that ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 1:58 PM
Five observations from Pat Green’s concert at Boulder Station
By Kyle Ellis When Pat Green took the stage at The Railhead inside Boulder Station on Saturday night, he wasted no time in getting one thing off his chest: He was glad to be rid of RCA, the label with whom he split after releasing his fifth studio album in 2009 and with plans for a new record in the works. With just a hint of lament over missing opportunities to play big venues and historic arenas like Madison Square ... Read more...
10.24.11 · 12:06 PM
Photos: GBDC debuts at Palms with pinatas, confetti, fluorescent bras
Cocktail servers wore sparkly, thigh-high boots and fluorescent bras and panties covered with nowhere-near-modest, see-through netting. The look-alike, choreographed dance team atop the bar was fierce in sunglasses with bullets and spikes around the rims. Some girls came in bikinis and turned into impromptu go-go-dancers, while others took headbands and used them as blindfolds and garters flashed from beneath miniskirts. If a convention of The Village People and LMFAO Party Rock fans were holding a gathering, this is what it ... Read more...
10.23.11 · 11:59 PM
Photos: Josh Strickland toasts 28th birthday w/Holly, Angel; Dana Wilkey
It was a long evening and a longer morning to remember at Gallery Nightclub in Planet Hollywood as Peepshow and Holly’s World star Josh Strickland celebrated his 28th birthday, while The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Dana Wilkey partied with her friends at the new nightspot. The handsome Josh looked especially sharp in a black suit accented with a white rose in full bloom and celebrated his birthday in style alongside his partner Todd Dubail and Peepshow and Holly’s ... Read more...
10.23.11 · 11:12 PM
Photos: Olympian Amanda Beard celebrates The Big 3-0 at Vanity
Olympic swimmer Amanda Beard celebrated her 30th birthday at Vanity in the Hard Rock Hotel last night and into early this morning. The seven-time medalist toasted the occasion with Veuve Clicquot and friends and danced the night away to music by DJ Shift. Partygoers sang “Happy Birthday” to the star swimmer as she and her friends celebrated. She laughed when a cocktail waitress offered her the choice of spraying the crowd with champagne or playing server and pouring bubbly for ... Read more...
10.23.11 · 3:37 PM
Photos: Drake takes the (birthday) cake, serves it, tequila, bubbly to fans
Singer Drake celebrated his 25th birthday at Tao in the Venetian well into the early morning hours today, and friends, family and fans joined the Cash Money/Young Money star and actor for his Las Vegas bash. DJ Franzen manned the decks first, then turned the wheels of steel over to DJ Future the Prince, a childhood friend Drake flew in for the festivities. Drake and his group took over VIP tables on the dance floor, and he went into the ... Read more...
10.23.11 · 12:28 PM
Photos: Ne-Yo celebrates his 32nd birthday at Surrender at Encore
By Don Chareunsy Grammy Award-winning singer Ne-Yo celebrated his 32nd birthday in high style — befitting of someone so stylish himself — at Surrender Nightclub at Steve Wynn’s Encore last night. Surrender’s go-go dancers and cocktail waitresses greeted Ne-Yo, who grew up in Las Vegas, upon arrival with a birthday entourage of 22, prompting a million-dollar smile from the handsome singer as he flashed the OK sign to fans. The singer, songwriter and producer and his group settled into a ... Read more...
10.23.11 · 8:21 AM
Photos: Kim Kardashian celebrates her 31st birthday at Marquee
Tycoon and reality TV star Kim Kardashian celebrated her 31st birthday at Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan last night overlooking The Strip into this morning’s early hours. The bombshell birthday brunette was joined by new husband Kris Humphries of the New Jersey Nets, her sister Khloe and her husband Lamar Odom of the Los Angeles Lakers, mom Kris Jenner (minus her husband Bruce Jenner) and Kim’s former Dancing With the Stars partner Mark Ballas. The Keeping Up With the Kardashians ... Read more...
10.22.11 · 4:16 PM
Photos: Carmen Electra hosts second anniversary of Crazy Horse III
Iconic bombshell Carmen Electra hosted the madcap second anniversary of the XXX-rated adult men’s club Crazy Horse III last night. The stunning actress, dancer and model ruled the red carpet in a clingy, sexy black vintage mini dress that accentuated her curves in all the right places. Even the photographers remarked that they’d never seen her looking so smoking hot. Before entering the salon of strip, fans and admirers mobbed Carmen, and she stopped for photographs and to sign autographs. ... Read more...
10.22.11 · 8:56 AM
Strip Scribbles: Jackie Gaughan celebrates 91st birthday on Monday
Casino legend and gaming pioneer Jackie Gaughan celebrates his 91st birthday sharing his cake and champagne with downtown El Cortez guests all Monday afternoon. A giant birthday card will be set up for visitors to sign greetings to the Las Vegas legend. Jackie owned or operated several hotels and casinos during his career, including the Flamingo, Showboat, Union Plaza, Golden Nugget, Las Vegas Club Hotel, Gold Spike, Western Casino and the El Cortez. Retired, Jackie lives at the El Cortez ... Read more...
10.22.11 · 7:29 AM
Photos: Eva Longoria, George Lopez channel Lucy, Desi at Padres gala
If Hollywood decides to bring back a new version of the classic I Love Lucy with Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Eva Longoria and George Lopez must be cast as the legendary comedy couple. The duo, who are two of the most hysterical cut-ups when they get rolling, hosted Eva’s fundraising gala at the Tropicana and wound up picking each other’s pockets for money as the 600-strong audience roared with laughter at their dinner tables. The glittering 11th Annual Padres ... Read more...
10.22.11 · 5:11 AM
Photos: Matt Goss brings L.V. glitz and glamour to London homecoming
It was a sold-out, standing-room-only crowd at London’s Royal Albert Hall for the English homecoming concert of Caesars Palace headliner Matt Goss last night. Photographer Denise Truscello, based here in Las Vegas, made the transatlantic flight to record the memorable return-home concert. Denise said: “I have never seen or heard fans like these anywhere, not to mention the flood of girls who would tear up at the sight of Matt. The show was amazing. We are lucky to have him ... Read more...
10.21.11 · 2:25 PM
Photos: Talented teen dream posters Foster the People at Cosmopolitan
By Brjden Crewe Ever been inside a teenage girl mosh pit? It’s possibly more dangerous than a heavy metal mosh pit because although the young mosh pit has no interest in physically attacking or hurting other people, there’s a good chance that you’ll get hurt if you’re standing in between said teenage girls and the cute, singing bedroom posters who are now three dimensional and onstage within the physical range of their screaming lungs. That’s what you’re in for when ... Read more...
10.21.11 · 12:51 PM
How Andrew Dice Clay became comedy’s answer to John Travolta
By John Katsilometes If Andrew Dice Clay ever tires of the road, he might well turn his bedroom into a comedy club. It’s outfitted with a dozen lava lamps, a chair designed as a giant high-heeled shoe, beads hanging from the ceiling and even a VIP area. “That’s the closet,” he says. “But it’s only that way at night. During the day, it’s a regular bedroom.” Dice is back, in a big way as it turns out, onstage in Las ... Read more...
10.21.11 · 9:28 AM
George Maloof’s GhostBar DayClub debuts Saturday at the Palms
As the pool season comes to an end, it’s time to move the party indoors — and George Maloof promises that the fun won’t stop just because summer is over. His GhostBar DayClub opens tomorrow at the Palms, and he says: “It’s going to be one big, fun party 55 floors above the Las Vegas skyline.” Here’s a YouTube look at what the Palms has in store: Talk about popping pinatas and pyramids of champagne! I’m told that there will ... Read more...
10.21.11 · 8:13 AM
Celebrity preview: Birthdays for Kim, Ne-Yo, Drake; Top Chef all-stars
Before I detail Kim Kardashian and the Top Chef stars’ visits to Las Vegas today, don’t be surprised if during this final weekend of Sir Elton John’s current run of residency shows at Caesars Palace that he takes time out to go to the off-Strip Orleans. Don’t be surprised, either, if Leon Russell, who is headlining there for two nights, makes a trip to Elton’s show at The Colosseum, maybe as early as tonight. The two superstar musicians are beyond ... Read more...
10.20.11 · 4:10 PM
Strip Scribbles: Nick Cannon DVD at Palms; Guy Savoy buys $7,000 truffle
When actor, singer, comedian and TV host Nick Cannon recorded his first standup concert at The Pearl in the Palms in May 2010, it went on to become one of the highest-rated one-hour specials on Showtime. To date, it’s still its highest-rated comedy special in all key demographics since January 2010. But his no-holds-barred timeline of his life, including success from humble beginnings, failed attempts to be a gangster and marriage to Mariah Carey, was edited to just 60 minutes. ... Read more...
10.20.11 · 1:05 PM
Official details revealed of Michael Jackson Fan Fest at Mandalay Bay
Details of Michael Jackson Fan Fest that coincide with the Dec. 3 arrival of Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour were officially revealed this morning, although Vegas DeLuxe gave readers the early scoop in May. Fans will be able to walk through the gates of the late King of Pop’s Neverland Ranch, then view his book collection in a study filled with his furniture. They can peek inside the interior of the 1999 Rolls-Royce Seraph limousine Michael ... Read more...
10.20.11 · 11:25 AM
Celebrities, politicians and corporate leaders honor Siegfried & Roy
There were emotional tears and exuberant cheers for legendary and incredible illusionists Siegfried & Roy when they were honored at the 14th annual Foundation for an Independent Tomorrow carnival and gala at Caesars Palace. Celebrities, corporate leaders and politicians turned out to salute the magnificent magicians. Mayor Carolyn Goodman declared Oct. 15 as Siegfried & Roy Day with an official proclamation signed by the Las Vegas City Council recognizing the duo’s extraordinary and selfless contributions to our community and charities. ... Read more...
10.19.11 · 8:27 PM
Photos: Imagine Dragons, The Cab, O.A.R., 100 Monkeys at Bite of L.V.
By Brjden Crewe Las Vegas is misunderstood. Visitors have their stereotypes of Sin City, but residents know that the city can be surprising. The 15th Annual Mix 94.1’s Bite of Las Vegas at Desert Breeze Skate Park is one of those gems. Along with more than 40 Las Vegas restaurants serving delicious local barbecue to exotic Mediterranean dishes, there was a little ol’ concert with some of the hottest music acts right now. Local band Imagine Dragons played to fans, ... Read more...
10.19.11 · 4:09 PM
Miss Nevada USA recruitment campaign; Miss America’s education initiative
With three signature hair and beauty salons on and off The Strip, Michael Boychuck has taken the title of top stylist in Las Vegas thanks to an impressive clientele including longtime friends Paris and Nicky Hilton, mom Kathy Hilton, Fergie, J.Lo, Gwen Stefani and Lindsay Lohan all singing his praises. Now he’s signed on as a consultant to the new Miss Nevada USA organization led by another one of his clients, 2005 Miss USA Shanna Moakler. Michael and Shanna, who ... Read more...
10.19.11 · 3:32 PM
Strip Scribbles: The $1.5 million Bellagio Fountains holiday gifts
Many consider the arrival of the luxurious Neiman Marcus Christmas Book as the official start of the holiday shopping season, and yesterday’s 85th edition features the most opulent listings yet. Included as the top two items are a unique $1.5 million Bellagio Fountains extravaganza. The 2011 Christmas Book has exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including an Assouline custom-built library, a “Dream Folly” opulent customized yurt, a Neiman Marcus-edition Hacker-Craft speedboat and a table tennis table that doubles as a ... Read more...
10.19.11 · 1:29 PM
Counter Intelligence: Food & Wine All-Stars, Vic Vegas and Guy Fieri
Hot off the grill! Celebrity chef superstars, renowned sommeliers and creative mixologists will turn the Bellagio and Aria into a culinary playground starting Friday for the 2nd Annual Food & Wine All-Star Weekend. Top Chef host Gail Simmons and her program’s winners and contenders are a key part of the incredible epicurean experiences along with our own powerhouse team of chefs and restaurateurs. Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard — also named Best New Chef of 2011 — will be joined ... Read more...
10.19.11 · 9:27 AM
Rio headliners Penn & Teller split up — but for how long?
Magicians Penn & Teller have split up, and their theater at the Rio has gone dark. Before going their separate ways, their last performance there was on Saturday. They’ve pulled the ultimate disappearing act after 35 years of outrageous, innovative and Emmy Award-winning illusions. It’s as big a showbiz split as the Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis breakup. My reaction was, “Is it a publicity stunt for their new true-or-false Discovery Channel series Tell a Lie that premiered two Wednesdays ... Read more...
10.18.11 · 11:56 PM
The 48 Hours Festival photos: Fans gather at Luxor for the love of rock
By Brjden Crewe In a sea of black T-shirts and devil-horn hand gestures positioned near the main stage Sunday night lies the spirit of some of the purest and most enthusiastic metal rock fans Las Vegas has ever seen. Las Vegas Boulevard over the weekend was invaded by men and women who, for the love of rock, spent their Saturday and Sunday either on or near the Luxor Festival Grounds where Rockstar Energy Drink and Revolver presented The 48 Hours ... Read more...
10.18.11 · 4:56 PM
Photos: Jean-Louis Palladin dinner at Alize celebrates 10th anniversary
It was a feast fit for a king and served by the royalty of the Las Vegas culinary world. Even renowned three-star Michelin star Chef Pierre Gagnaire flew in from France to join the 17 chefs who prepared the 18 courses for the magnificent meal at the 10th anniversary Jean-Louis Palladin dinner at Alize atop the Palms. I had the privilege and honor again of hosting the exclusive event for 100 food fanatics who each paid $300 for the torrent ... Read more...
10.18.11 · 3:33 PM
Strip Scribbles: Elaine Wynn one of America’s education ‘game changers’
Congratulations to the always-elegant Elaine Wynn, board member of former husband Steve Wynn’s resort casino properties, as she has been chosen as one of the Top 10 Ultimate Impact and Education Game Changers by AOL/Huffington Post for her role with Communities in Schools. Elaine’s Las Vegas operation hosts a local fundraising event, the Scarecrow Festival, on Friday at the Sports Center of Las Vegas, and proceeds from the fall-time favorites event for children and adults alike benefits CIS and its ... Read more...
10.18.11 · 11:36 AM
Photos: Mitzi Gaynor receives surprise visit from Siegfried & Roy
It was a night out on the town for world-famous illusionists Siegfried & Roy when they went to visit silver screen legend Mitzi Gaynor to reminisce about old-time showbiz memories — and her amazing dancing that puts the youngsters on Dancing With the Stars to shame. Remember her amazing “Why Am I So Gone About That Gal” dance with Gene Kelly from 1957’s Les Girls? The 80-year-old actress, singer and dancer is still going strong and performed for three consecutive ... Read more...
10.18.11 · 9:57 AM
Photos: Mitt Romney at L.V. headquarters; Gingriches’ book signings
The Republican presidential candidates are in Las Vegas today for tonight’s next televised debate, but former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney arrived a day ahead of time. In addition to campaigning, the party’s front-runner with movie-star looks officially opened his Las Vegas campaign headquarters yesterday. Contributing photographer Scott Harrison was on duty for the ceremony — and politicking! Phantom — the Las Vegas Spectacular star Anthony Crivello from the Venetian spectacular will sing the national anthem to start the CNN debate ... Read more...
10.17.11 · 9:28 PM
Brad Garrett to close comedy club at Tropicana on Dec. 12
By John Katsilometes So many interlocking references … Brad Garrett is opening the next incarnation of his eponymous comedy club two days before April Fools’ Day. It’s a tall order for a man who stands 6-foot-8; a grand plan at a hotel named thusly. It’s funny, but it’s also business for a man who is still trying to turn his comedic dream into a profitable reality. “I approach this like a business, but I am passionate about it,” Garrett says ... Read more...
10.17.11 · 4:33 PM
Michael Jackson’s dream of global talent search is coming true
The late Michael Jackson’s dream of a talent search club in Las Vegas is about to come true. In a partnership with Las Vegas dealmaker Jack Wishna, Michael partnered with an Internet talent search worldwide in RockCityClub.com, which went live yesterday. It’s described as a social music network with plans to develop artists and promote record distribution for them. Jack told Reuters that his company RockRena is anxious to give musicians their big break without waiting to get on X ... Read more...
10.17.11 · 3:53 PM
Strip Scribbles: Bachelorette Party at Palms debuts on Oxygen
Bachelorette Party, a new, outrageous reality TV series, premieres tonight on Oxygen with a riotous visit to The Hardwood Suite at George Maloof’s Palms. A sneak-peek video was posted on YouTube. Watch for catfights, jealousy, thrown cakes and out of control fun. And it’s certain to make a star out of the bachelorette party planner Brasie, a self-proclaimed Donald Trump of brides. Each week, a new set of bachelorettes checks into a different Fantasy Suite at the Palms for the ... Read more...
10.17.11 · 3:02 PM
Photos: Lavo launches Champagne Brunch Saturdays at the Palazzo
Insane like Ibiza, sassy like St. Tropez! The wild European champagne brunch scene has landed in Las Vegas to the sounds of a 21-bubbly bottle cork salute. They danced on tables, chairs and the bar top. Anywhere the pretty party people could find is where they danced as confetti cannons reigned down and steam guns fired off. Lavo in the Palazzo kicked off its four-hour, nonstop-fun Champagne Brunch Saturdays with guests lined up way ahead of the restaurant’s opening as ... Read more...
10.17.11 · 12:45 PM
Photos: Dan Wheldon was ‘infectious, and everybody loved him’
The sports world continues to mourn today after two-time Indy 500 winner Dan Wheldon was killed in a 15-car crash at Las Vegas Motor Speedway during yesterday’s Izod IndyCar World Championship race, the first time IndyCar was back here after a six-year absence. It was a crash that everybody always feared might happen but prayed wouldn’t. Whenever the British-born driver came to town, he always hung out at the Palms. Last night, visibly shaken Chefs Barry Dakake of N9NE Steakhouse ... Read more...
10.16.11 · 11:58 PM
Photos: Stevie Nicks at The Joint with Michael Grimm as opening act
By Erik Kabik Reigning rock ’n’ roll queen Stevie Nicks performed at The Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel last night as part of her In Your Dreams Tour, and Las Vegas’ America’s Got Talent winner Michael Grimm served as her opening act. “Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and AEG Live were honored to welcome the one and only Stevie Nicks to The Joint,” said Paul Davis, vice president of entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel. “We built The Joint with ... Read more...
10.16.11 · 11:02 PM
Photos: Vince Neil rocks it as a solo star at Eastside Cannery
By Don Chareunsy Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil was front and center without his longtime band in concert at Eastside Cannery on Friday night, and Scott Harrison was on duty for the solo performance. Neil, who resides in Las Vegas, is a visible figure in town, as his many local endeavors include tattoo parlors on The Strip and at the Rio and a restaurant at the Las Vegas Hilton. Neil enjoys the nightlife in Las Vegas, is good friends and ... Read more...
10.16.11 · 10:29 PM
Photos: Andre Agassi wins Tennis Champions Series at UNLV
By Don Chareunsy Four of tennis’ greatest champions — Las Vegas’ Andre Agassi, Pete Sampras, Jim Courier and John McEnroe — took to the court at the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV yesterday as part of the 12-city Tennis Champions Series, and Scott Harrison was onsite for the serves, aces, returns, backhands, forehands, lobs, winners and everything else in between. When it was all over, Agassi had defeated Sampras and then Courier to rule the evening. His wife, tennis ... Read more...
10.16.11 · 5:05 PM
Photos: Two-time Indy 500 winner Dan Wheldon, 33, dies in LVMS crash
By Don Chareunsy Two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon has died today after a 15-vehicle wreck at the Izod IndyCar World Championship at Las Vegas Motor Speedway early in the race. Wheldon was 33. Contributing photographer Tom Donoghue has been shooting the IndyCar week and captured the crash. Please go to The Associated Press story on the Las Vegas Sun for the tragic story. Updated at 5:55 p.m.: LVMS President Chris Powell issued a statement this late afternoon: “All of ... Read more...
10.15.11 · 2:07 PM
Photos: Jimmy Buffett wastes away in his own Margaritaville at Flamingo
When recording legend Jimmy Buffett first hit Las Vegas 30 years ago, he was nearly penniless and cashed in his airline ticket for a much cheaper railroad ride. Today, he’s the owner of a new Strip casino. Jimmy not only owns the first-ever Margaritaville gaming salons at the Flamingo, but minutes after the red ribbon was cut yesterday, he also secured a Guinness World Record for the largest margarita. “I didn’t do so bad,” he smiled as we chatted at ... Read more...
10.15.11 · 11:21 AM
Photos: Danica Patrick steals show in final IndyCar race before NASCAR
Although tomorrow’s Izod IndyCar World Championship battle comes down to the 18 points separating favorite Dario Franchitti and Will Power, all eyes from media and fans are on Danica Patrick in her final track spin before she roars off to NASCAR next year. Danica starts in the 9th position tomorrow for Team Go Daddy, while Will is in the 17th slot with Dario nipping right behind in the 18th slot. The pole position was won by Tony Kanaan, which might ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 11:49 PM
Photos: Legendary Steely Dan performs at The Pearl in the Palms
By Erik Kabik Legendary rock duo Steely Dan performed at The Pearl in the Palms last night as part of their Shuffle Diplomacy Tour. Steely Dan’s popularity peaked in the late 1970s with core members Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. They have released seven albums, including the Grammy Award-winning Two Against Nature by mixing jazz, rock, pop, funk and R&B paired with the duo’s sarcasm and puzzling lyrics. In 1975, they became a purely studio-based act releasing a series of ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 10:56 PM
Counter Intelligence: Jean-Louis Palladin dinner, Steve Martorano, Twist
For the 10th year, Chef Andre Rochat’s Jean-Louis Palladin tribute dinner is one of the most exciting and anticipated culinary events of the year. Please join us Sunday at Alize at the top of the Palms when 17 of Las Vegas’ top chefs team up for an extraordinary feast of seven courses, plus canapes and coffees, and each one of those has alternating choices — so 16 dishes in all. I’ll handle MC and auction duties with Andre as we ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 4:01 PM
Strip Scribbles: Oscar Goodman to make return appearance on CSI?
More than 10 million viewers watched former Mayor Oscar Goodman get shot in this week’s episode of CSI on CBS, and that meant hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of free advertising and promotion for the new Mob Museum. We know that he lived through the shooting onscreen thanks to a bulletproof vest and in real life because he hosted a screening party at the Plaza with CSI writer and former Chaparral High School student Dustin Abraham, who wrote the ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 10:05 AM
Eva Longoria’s Padres fundraiser at Tropicana a star-studded affair
Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria has lined up more than 600 celebrities, business leaders, charity donors and entertainment supporters for the 11th annual fundraising gala for the Padres organization that improves the quality of life for Latino children in America with cancer. The organization is honoring my friend, Emmy Award-winning TV journalist Giselle Fernandez, and AEG and its CEO President Tim Leiweke, who produce the Caesars Palace and The Joint at the Hard Rock Hotel concerts. Celebrities expected for the ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 3:21 AM
Celebrity preview: Eva, The Situation, Jimmy Buffett, 22 bands, IndyCar
It’s one of the busiest and wildest weekends of the year — and definitely one of the most diverse. If ever there was the ultimate challenge about what events to hit over the next 72 hours, this would be it. There are super sports with tennis champions and the world’s fastest racecar drivers, raging rock with 22 groups and star-studded parties for a new casino and nightclub. First up, the Flamingo celebrates the launch of its Margaritaville Casino today and ... Read more...
10.14.11 · 1:38 AM
Tennis legends Agassi, Sampras, Chang, Courier to compete at UNLV
They were the era’s world-renowned tennis champions, and their showmanship and on-court skills thrilled millions around the world. Our hometown hero Andre Agassi, Peter Sampras, Michael Chang, Jim Courier, John McEnroe, Bjorn Borg and Mats Wilander became the true kings of the sport, and now the first four, per the UNLV Web site, bring the heated and sometimes controversial Grand Slam battles from Wimbledon and Forest Hills, N.Y., right to the heart of Las Vegas. The legendary icons are currently ... Read more...
10.13.11 · 5:41 PM
Photos: Showgirls, martinis expected on Oscar Goodman’s judge show
By John Katsilometes Oscar Goodman plays a gunned-down former mayor well enough. Now we’ll see how the late-blooming thespian handles his role as judge and jury. Details of Goodman’s next entertainment foray spilled out like an overflowing Bombay Sapphire martini Wednesday night. Fittingly enough, the scene was the Plaza, the epicenter of Goodman’s post-mayoral career forays. The event was a grandiose, Vegas-styled viewing party in the Plaza Showroom to celebrate Goodman’s appearance on Wednesday’s episode of “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.” ... Read more...
10.13.11 · 1:33 PM
Strip Scribbles: Derek and Julianne Hough reunite on DWTS
You would never have known looking at the perfect dancing of former Las Vegas Academy artists Derek Hough and sister Julianne Hough on Tuesday’s Dancing With the Stars that he whirled her around the ballroom with a dislocated shoulder. He’d sustained the injury during rehearsals with partner Ricki Lake. Two-time mirror-ball winner Julianne was back at DWTS for the first time in two years and performed with her Footloose co-star Kenny Wormald. Then, in tears, she had a fancy workout ... Read more...
10.13.11 · 11:02 AM
Nathan Burton to rappel off the Rio again to benefit Special Olympics
There’s no safety net when the adventure-seekers leap off the top of the 51-story Rio this weekend. “This is the real deal and as scary as sh*t,” Flamingo magician Nathan Burton exclaimed bluntly! “Go to the bathroom before you jump. One minute you’re standing on a secure building and holding on, the next you’re jumping off it!” Nathan, who leaped last year for the Special Olympics fundraiser, added: “There is no sensation like this anywhere in the world. Total fear. ... Read more...
10.13.11 · 7:52 AM
The war of the dayclubs: Brunches at Palms and Palazzo face off
Champagne corks will be popping at machine-gun speed in a new brunch battle between top Las Vegas clubs as winter weather sparks a daytime party war. It starts Saturday at Lavo in the Palazzo and then the next Saturday at Ghostbar in the Palms. My kind of bubbly brunch at Lavo features more than 15 champagnes, among them the joys of Jeroboams, the marvels of Magnums, the nirvana of Nebuchadnezzars and the thrill of 30-liter bottles (they’re known as Melchizedeks.) ... Read more...
10.13.11 · 4:56 AM
22 heavy metal bands set to play ‘world’s biggest rock and roll party’
The first-ever, nearly nonstop, 48-hour rock and roll party and festival on The Strip is certain to go into the record books for many reasons, and not just because it’s competing head-to-head with the pedal-to-the-metal IndyCar race weekend’s thrills and spills. First, no less than 22 hard rock and heavy metal bands are scheduled to play on two stages this weekend as part of The 48 Hours Festival. Secondly, whenever there’s a break in the hells-a-poppin’ onstage antics, there’s the ... Read more...
10.12.11 · 6:26 PM
Strip Scribbles: Shanna Moakler focuses on Miss Nevada USA Pageant
Next year’s Miss Nevada USA Pageant is getting ramped up now that its new creative director, former Miss USA 2005 Shanna Moakler, is planning Las Vegas events to put it on the map and increase the number of contestants and their chances to get into the national pageant’s Top 10. Actress, reality TV star and model Shanna, ex-wife of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, has moved from California to team up with hair guru to the stars Michael Boychuck for the ... Read more...
10.12.11 · 5:34 PM
Strip to shut down for IndyCar parade; action sports stars compete at HRH
The world’s fastest racecar drivers roar onto The Strip tomorrow to celebrate the weekend’s inaugural Izod IndyCar World Championships. Traffic alert for motorists: The Strip shuts down between Monte Carlo and Flamingo as of 7 p.m., when more than 30 IndyCar vehicles and drivers present their parade. Fans will see their favorite drivers from both sides of The Strip, among them Danica Patrick, Dancing With the Stars champion Helio Castroneves, Marco Andretti, Scott Dixon and down-to-the-wire combatants Dario Franchitti and ... Read more...
10.12.11 · 2:52 PM
Sea change for Brad Garrett as he plans move to MGM Grand
By John Katsilometes Brad Garrett is navigating his big boat to a new port. Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club is moving from the Tropicana, it’s home since July 2010, to MGM Grand. The club’s general manager, Tony Camacho, confirmed today that the club has given its 60-day notice to Tropicana officials and plans to reopen under the same name on March 29, and Garrett is expected to perform. The move first surfaced today on Fox 5’s “More” show. Coincidentally, or not, ... Read more...
10.12.11 · 2:01 PM
Photos: Holly Madison opens five-day Nevada Wild Fest in Henderson
Peepshow and Holly’s World star Holly Madison officially opened the 2nd Annual Nevada Wild Fest today, and for the next five days, the fun won’t stop at Henderson Pavilion. It’s all to raise funds for the Lili Claire Foundation, in which Holly has become its Nevada spokeswoman to help its mission to provide clinics and services for children living with special needs. My one-time TV partner Shari Belafonte was there as one of the guest speakers at the ribbon-cutting ceremony ... Read more...
10.12.11 · 11:36 AM
Photos: Oscar Goodman is shot tonight on CBS hit CSI
Former Mayor Oscar Goodman is shot when he guest stars on tonight’s CSI on CBS at 10, but he lives to host the public screening party downtown at the Plaza. Oscar will hand out a complimentary Bombay Sapphire martini, his favorite, to the first 200 guests who attend, and CSI writer and Las Vegas native Dustin Abraham, who wrote the episode, hosts their meet-and-greet with guests. Tonight’s script starring Ted Danson and Frances Fisher is set at the grand opening ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 10:02 PM
Photos: Kaskade receives America’s Best DJ award at Cosmopolitan
By Mark Adams On Sept. 9, DJ Times magazine and Pioneer DJ announced that Las Vegas regular Kaskade had secured the top spot in the 2011 America’s Best DJ competition. Exactly a month later, the DJ celebrated his win with an exclusive ceremony at The Library in Marquee at the Cosmopolitan. The location was fitting, as Kaskade, birth name Ryan Raddon, is a resident DJ at Marquee and even played a set at the nightclub after the ceremony Sunday night. ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 5:35 PM
Strip Scribbles: Pawn Stars’ Murray Sawchuck hits the road
Pawn Stars cast member and magician Murray Sawchuck is off to the Hawaiian Islands to start a five-week tour of his illusions show. (I wonder if the steam locomotive goes, too?!). He has a crazy travel schedule appearing with the Pawn Stars cast in Indiana and filming the sixth episode of his children’s series The Jadagrace Show here. Murray the Magician has to make an elephant disappear! He’s just completed filming the pilot of a magical landscaping show titled Dirt ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 4:56 PM
Elton John’s 3,000th performance; Jabbawockeez’s first anniversary
Superstar Sir Elton John celebrated his 3,000th public performance with his The Million Dollar Piano at The Colosseum in Caesars Palace over the weekend. The landmark concert punctuated a banner year for the singer, songwriter and performer, as this year also is the 40th anniversary of his Las Vegas debut. His very first show was on his 23rd birthday on March 25, 1970, at Revolution Club in London promoting his first album. In the past 41 years, Elton’s concerts have ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 4:06 PM
Counter Intelligence: Culinary event in trouble? Plus, Savoy and Boulud
Hot off the grill! From the culinary department of Wicked Whispers & Racy Rumors, I’m hearing that one of The Strip’s big culinary events is facing trouble continuing onward as the major money backer and sponsor has pulled the plug. Now the four-day feast organizers are hoping that rival hotels will pony up more than $400,000 for magazine ads to keep it on schedule — in addition to providing chefs and food for free at all the events! *Former Wynn ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 2:32 PM
Photos: Racecar drivers, action sports in high-speed double-header
Gentlemen, start your engines, as we rev up to celebrate Motorsports Weekend in Las Vegas. For six days through Sunday, many of the world’s best racecar drivers and action sports athletes meet here for a double-header of high-speed action — and a parade that shuts down The Strip. The big race marks Danica Patrick’s final IndyCar event before she moves to NASCAR full time next year. It was 57 years ago that the cars and stars of the Indianapolis 500 ... Read more...
10.11.11 · 12:49 PM
Photos: The show goes on with Lupe Fiasco at The Pearl in the Palms
By Brjden Crewe Hip-hop needs Lupe Fiasco right now, almost to the point where he doesn’t know how much. Since the release of his critically acclaimed debut album Food & Liquor in 2006, Lupe has been given credit for ushering in a new wave of hip-hop music in indie and mainstream arenas. And on Sunday night, the controversial MC came to Las Vegas to perform at The Pearl in the Palms to a capacity crowd where his brand of hip-hop ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 11:52 PM
Photos: Chris Tucker returns to his first love — standup — at The Joint
With a slew of hit movies to his credit, actor Chris Tucker this year returned to his first love: standup comedy. He performed last night at The Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel, and his police uniform from the Rush Hour film series was nowhere in sight. Our thanks to contributing photographer Erik Kabik for his photo gallery of the Def Comedy Jam star who really stood out onstage in a bright orange suit and says he is a born-again ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 11:33 PM
Photos: Incubus offers rock, mellow and melancholy at The Joint
By Mark Adams Making music since 1991, alternative rockers Incubus has garnered a loyal (and eclectic) following, something that comes with two successful decades in the music business. This was evident at the Hard Rock Hotel on Saturday night when the band returned to play a sold-out show at The Joint. Opening for the night was recent breakout Young the Giant, widely known by their performance at the MTV Video Music Awards. Revving the crowd up for the main event, ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 4:57 PM
Strip Scribbles: Cirque plans changes for Viva Elvis, Mystere
Cirque du Soleil officials have said that Priscilla Presley is in total accord with the changes that they believe are necessary to make to Viva Elvis at Aria in MGM Resorts’ CityCenter. The Elvis Presley spectacular goes dark in January for a three-month retooling. The news from Cirque Vice President Gilles St. Croix to Canadian journalists visiting the new production Iris in L.A. coincided with his revelation that the first Cirque show in Las Vegas, Mystere at Phil Ruffin’s Treasure ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 2:32 PM
Photos: Robin Leach serves as burgermeister at Hofbrauhaus
I became the ceremonial mayor (burgermeister) at Hofbrauhaus on Saturday night for the Oktoberfest celebrations, and the instructions were to tap the keg three times, not miss and not be too aggressive. The directions were to ensure that I didn’t follow in former Mayor Oscar Goodman’s footsteps last weekend when he missed several times and eventually failed to tap it — until help arrived! Fortunately, as the Richard Corey YouTube video and Scott Harrison photo gallery show, I did as ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 1:04 PM
Las Vegas team is eliminated from CBS’ The Amazing Race
Las Vegas showgirls turned cocktail servers Kaylani Paliotta and Lisa Tilley battled through three trials on last night’s The Amazing Race on CBS, which proved a tough challenge for all of the remaining nine teams. It was a far cry from their nightclub cocktail duties when they got down and dirty in an Indonesian rice field, where they had to plant 300 seedlings and deliver food to the workers. Talk about waist deep in muck! They were off to a ... Read more...
10.10.11 · 11:33 AM
Photos: Mario Lopez celebrates 38th birthday at Gallery, Sugar Factory
Hollywood heartthrob Mario Lopez celebrated his 38th birthday weekend in Las Vegas with live-in love Courtney Mazza, and the proud parents also are celebrating the 1st birthday of their daughter Gia. Mario told Vegas DeLuxe that their Strip escape was a date night for the two of them at Gallery Nightclub in Planet Hollywood on Saturday night. The loving couple danced, hugged and kissed during LMFAO’s No. 1 hit “Party Rock Anthem” and then to “Hello” by Martin Solveig featuring ... Read more...
10.9.11 · 7:06 PM
Photos: Smashing Pumpkins are a smashing success at Cosmopolitan
By Brjden Crewe Think of The Smashing Pumpkins as high school freshmen. They come into your place acting a bit reserved and quietly taking in the atmosphere while just trying to fit in with what’s going on around them. They’re void of emotion and cautious with every step, but if you stare at them long enough, you can see that they’re ready to burst with excitement because of the world to which they are now exposed. The Smashing Pumpkins are ... Read more...
10.9.11 · 6:02 PM
Photos: Winners selected in Tropic Beauty USA Finals at the Mirage
Judges were so floored by the competing glamour girls in the Tropic Beauty Model Search Las Vegas USA Finals that they deadlocked over the rankings of the Top 10. Their mission was to find the Top Five, but the panel’s voting was so close that the organizers urgently met to resolve the sexy swimsuit situation. The 10 finalists stood nervously yesterday at Bare Pool Lounge at the Mirage awaiting the decision — and the results. “It was nerve-wracking,” one of ... Read more...
10.8.11 · 8:07 PM
Photos: Laura Croft’s Night School 4 Girls; Holly Madison at Hofbrauhaus
What an incredible day for Holly’s World stars Holly Madison and Laura Croft! As Vegas DeLuxe reported yesterday, Holly signed a multimillion-dollar contract renewal that keeps her as the headliner of Planet Hollywood’s Peepshow through next year, and Laura Croft officially opened her Night School 4 Girls at the Excalibur. Holly told me that paying a $20,000 premium to insure her breasts for $1 million was part of the reasoning behind the Peepshow contract extension until the end of 2012. ... Read more...
10.8.11 · 6:06 PM
Photos: Don Henley at The Joint first of three L.V. shows in two months
Over the next two months, veteran Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Don Henley appears in Las Vegas in no less than three concerts. The first was last night as a solo star as The Eagles founder was in concert at The Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel. Don’s two other appearances are with The Eagles and bandmates Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh and Timothy Schmit on Nov. 5 and 19 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Contributing photographer Erik Kabik was front and center ... Read more...
10.8.11 · 3:31 PM
Photos: Scholarships and Lifehouse on the M.E.N.U.S. at M Resort
Our Epicurean Charitable Foundation hosted its 10th annual scholarship fundraiser, M.E.N.U.S. (Mentoring and Educating Nevada’s Upcoming Students), at M Resort’s pool with top restaurants presenting a dine around and a concert by Lifehouse. Lead singer Jason Wade told the 20 scholarship recipients: “I look forward to seeing some of you on The Food Network someday!” Jason and band members Rick Woolstenhulme Jr. (drums, percussion), Bryce Soderberg (bass guitar, backup vocals) and Ben Carey (guitar) toured the restaurant stations and stopped ... Read more...
10.8.11 · 1:22 PM
Photos: Liza with a Z dazzles and shines at the Las Vegas Hilton
Entertainment legend Liza Minnelli had fans screaming for more at the end of her 90-minute knockout concert at the Las Vegas Hilton last night. She scored five standing ovations during her song festival and closed the show under a solo spotlight with one added number without her amazing band. You could have heard a pin drop in the one-time Elvis Presley showroom as Liza magically held the sold-out crowd spellbound. It was the night you never wanted her music to ... Read more...
10.7.11 · 5:41 PM
Strip Scribbles: Bikini beauties battle the Miss America Pageant
It’s become the ultimate princess pageant war, with bikini-clad bombshell beauties firing a salvo yards away on The Strip against the legendary 91st Anniversary Miss America Pageant. It’s an all-out battle of the blondes, brunettes and redheads. You also could call it a contest between two gaming giants — MGM Resort and Planet Hollywood owned by Caesars Entertainment — that are just a tiara’s throw apart. I joined MLB star and Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice contestant Jose Canseco for champagne ... Read more...
10.7.11 · 5:04 PM
Holly Madison inks multimillion-dollar extension in Peepshow
By Don Chareunsy Peepshow star Holly Madison has signed a multimillion-dollar extension contract to stay in the hit topless show as Bo Peep at Planet Hollywood through next year. “I am extremely thankful to have made a mark within The Entertainment Capital of the World and to be a part of such an amazing show,” Madison said in a news release. “Performing each and every night in Peepshow has been an amazing adventure, one I hold very close to my ... Read more...
10.7.11 · 4:11 PM
Unlike his Opportunity Village statue, Wayne Newton keeps on moving
By John Katsilometes Say this for the statue that was unveiled for Wayne Newton at the Ralph and Betty Engelstad Campus of Opportunity Village on Thursday afternoon: Unlike the spot-on wax figures on display at Madame Tussauds, this one will never be mistaken for the real thing. The gray-metal piece crafted by Iowa artist Gail Chavenelle shows a man of steel gripping an acoustic guitar, his hair sprouting wildly in all directions. It might not look like the Newton who ... Read more...
10.7.11 · 12:05 PM
Laura Croft’s secrets of seduction at Night School 4 Girls at Excalibur
She’s sexy and high-spirited and has won many fans for her self-described Negative Nancy attitude and mince-no-words viewpoints. Now the take-no-prisoners model beauty, Laura Croft, Playboy’s Miss July 2008 who co-stars with Holly Madison on E!’s Holly’s World, is sharing all her secrets to conquering Las Vegas nightlife. Today is the grand opening of her Night School 4 Girls at the Excalibur with 10 classes every weekend in the showroom. Holly and her Holly’s World co-stars Josh Strickland and Angel ... Read more...
10.7.11 · 1:28 AM
Celebrity preview: Blink-182, Enrique, Smashing Pumpkins, Liza, Incubus
It’s a competitive Columbus Day weekend for music fans as rock and country go head-to-head, with everybody from Garth Brooks to Blondie to Blink-182 and Barry Manilow to Enrique Iglesias to Lupe Fiasco fighting for the spotlight. It’s encouraging in this economic downturn that tickets are high-priced and selling out. Despite a comedy battle among Dennis Miller, Tim Allen, Ray Romano and Kevin James, the spotlight shines brightest on the legendary Liza Minnelli. She’s the veteran Vegas showroom superstar who ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 5:31 PM
Electric Daisy Carnival returning to Las Vegas from June 8-10, 2012
By Don Chareunsy The three-day Electric Daisy Carnival is making a return visit to Las Vegas Motor Speedway next year — from June 8-10, 2012 — in its 16th year after a successful inaugural event June 24-26 in Las Vegas that attracted more than 230,000 to experience many of the globe’s top electronic music talents. “When Insomniac decided to produce EDC in Las Vegas last June, we knew we were working with the ideal venue, but we weren’t sure how ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 4:27 PM
Strip Scribbles: Gladys, Smokey in, BEP out for Michael Jackson show
Our legendary hometown stars Gladys Knight and Smokey Robinson have jetted off to Britain for Saturday’s Michael Jackson tribute concert, which has become racked in controversy. The Black Eyed Peas pulled out just a day ago with concert producers and the group blaming it on “unavoidable circumstances.” Cee Lo Green, who stars in a Las Vegas promo video, and Christina Aguilera are appearing with several British stars. Fans have blasted the Welsh concert in Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium for being held ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 3:27 PM
Kaskade to receive 2011 America’s Best DJ Award at Marquee on Sunday
By Don Chareunsy DJ Kaskade, who has thrilled partygoers in recent months with his residencies at Marquee at the Cosmopolitan and Encore Beach Club at Steve Wynn’s Encore, will receive the 2011 America’s Best DJ Award on Sunday at Marquee in a ceremony sponsored by Pioneer DJ and DJ Times magazine. Kaskade’s award was announced during the summer, and Sunday night’s private awards ceremony at The Library will be followed by a night at Marquee Nightclub featuring the top DJ ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 2:33 PM
Photos: Tropic Beauty Pageant vs. PollyGrind’s ‘blood, nudity and scares’
It has to go down in the record books as one of the most interesting match-ups, and it could only happen in Las Vegas. Today, 30 of America’s most beautiful bikini models arrive to compete for a final spot in the 2011 Tropic Beauty World Finals, while 15 Tropic Beauty model winners will celebrate their reunion. At the same time, the second annual PollyGrind Film Festival gets underway tomorrow with its collection of “blood, nudity and scares” with art-house actresses ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 1:14 PM
Photos: Bob Weir and Phil Lesh’s Furthur at The Joint in the Hard Rock
By Don Chareunsy Furthur, the band founded by former Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh two years ago, performed at The Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel on Tuesday night, and Erik Kabik was on duty for a Vegas DeLuxe photo gallery. Furthur, named after the touring bus used by Ken Kesey and The Merry Pranksters in the 1960s, plays music primarily from the Grateful Dead catalog, as well as their own original compositions and that of other ... Read more...
10.6.11 · 10:58 AM
Photos: AnnaLynne McCord and Dominic Purcell step out at Pure
By Don Chareunsy 90210 actress AnnaLynne McCord, accompanied by boyfriend Dominic Purcell, stepped out at Pure in Caesars Palace to kick off Women’s Rebuild for The St. Bernard Project. McCord is involved in the project that rebuilds homes of families devastated by Hurricane Katrina and the oil spill and aims to raise funds and awareness. McCord and Purcell, of Prison Break fame, arrived at the hotspot after midnight, and the actress walked the red carpet in a blue dress and ... Read more...
10.5.11 · 4:27 PM
Strip Scribbles: Johnny Avello predicts Top Three on DWTS
Last night’s shocking elimination of reality TV star and Las Vegas regular Kristin Cavallari and pro dancer champion Mark Ballas on Week 3 of Season 13 of Dancing With the Stars has shuffled the order — and odds — by Johnny Avello, Steve Wynn’s race and sports operations director. (His odds are strictly for entertainment purposes.) Johnny predicts that J.R. Martinez with Karina Smirnoff will top the final three with Ricki Lake and hometown hero Derek Hough and Chynna Phillips ... Read more...
10.5.11 · 2:58 PM
Rod Stewart promises ‘knickers under the bed’ revelations in tell-all
Rod Stewart is about to tell all in a tell-all after being pursued by book publishers around the world for the past 20 years wanting Rod the Rocker’s autobiography. Random House made the global acquisition yesterday, acquiring rights to his five decades of adventures. Music legend and Grammy Award-winning Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Rod — also our new Caesars Palace resident headliner — said he’s “finally ready to take a candid and romping look back at my life ... Read more...
10.5.11 · 2:07 PM
Louie Anderson celebrates first anniversary at Palace Station
Comedy king Louie Anderson was warned that if he relocated to Palace Station, he wouldn’t get people to travel from The Strip toward downtown. Well, he’s proved them wrong and is now celebrating the first anniversary of Louie LOL. “I’m really happy because we’re doing the same audience numbers there that I did on The Strip,” Louie told me. “We’ve proven the naysayers wrong! “It’s the biggest little showroom in all of Las Vegas. I love my permanent new home ... Read more...
10.5.11 · 11:54 AM
Mario Lopez celebrates his 38th birthday — and his daughter Gia’s 1st
When actor and Extra host Mario Lopez celebrates his 38th birthday this weekend in Las Vegas, he says that it will have an, ahem, extra-special significance. “Birthdays happen every year, but my first daughter just turned 1 herself, so we’re both excited about celebrating hers and mine together,” Mario told me in an exclusive interview. “Being it’s her 1st birthday is very meaningful to me as I celebrate my own. “And the getaway visit to Vegas gives me a chance ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 9:34 PM
Photos: Bam Margera celebrates 32nd birthday with parents at Studio 54
By Don Chareunsy Jackass star Bam Margera celebrated his 32nd birthday at Studio 54 in MGM Grand on Friday night, and the prankster birthday boy was joined by his parents Phil and April Margera. Margera arrived on the red carpet in a leather jacket, black sneakers and a scarf and channeled his inner rock star with bracelets, necklaces and rings. He posed playfully with his parents, making funny faces and occasionally pushing Dad out of the shot. As Margera entered ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 4:55 PM
Photos: Mike Posner performs at Pure and Venus Pool Club at Caesars
By Don Chareunsy Singer Mike Posner had double duty over the weekend at Caesars Palace, first hosting and performing at Pure on Friday night and then following up the next day with another set at Venus Pool Club. The singer-songwriter hit the stage at Pure to welcome partygoers, then performed his first big hit “Cooler Than Me.” Posner wasn’t wearing designer shades, but he did continue his performance with “Please Don’t Go,” followed by his latest single “Bow Chicka Wow ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 3:27 PM
Photos: Matt Goss, twin brother Luke celebrate 43rd birthdays at Caesars
By Don Chareunsy Caesars Palace headliner Matt Goss celebrated his 43rd birthday over the weekend during his show in The Gossy Room, and a cake presented by his dance troupe the Dirty Virgins, followed by a champagne toast in the middle of his performance, surprised the British singing sensation of Bros fame. To add to the special Friday night, his twin brother Luke, who was a drummer in Bros, also was in attendance to celebrate their birthdays. Robin Antin, creator ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 2:04 PM
Photos: Jesse Waits celebrates 36th birthday at XS with all-star crowd
By Don Chareunsy Jesse Waits, co-owner and managing partner of XS in the Encore, celebrated his 36th birthday at the hotspot last night, and celebrities and VIPs were in abundance to toast the birthday boy at the party featuring a surprise set by the celebrated and young Swedish DJ Avicii. Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy fame, and now split from Ashlee Simpson, was onstage with his brother and friends, including Tal Cooperman, a business partner with Good Charlotte’s Joel ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 1:01 PM
Strip Scribbles: G2E opens with Michael Jackson slots, Dan Aykroyd
The biggest gaming expo on Earth, known affectionately as G2E, kicked off this morning with actor and entrepreneur Dan Aykroyd cutting the red ribbon at the opening ceremony. He also appropriately made the first official pull on the IGT Ghostbusters machine Who Ya Gonna Call Spinning Reel Slots, and Ecto1 and a giant Stay Puft Marshmallow Man joined him. IGT also unveiled the Big Buck Hunter and Elvis Presley-inspired video slots, with Elvis tribute artist Ryan Pelton and Henry Hill ... Read more...
10.4.11 · 7:23 AM
Photos: Roy Horn celebrates his 67th birthday at the Mirage
By Don Chareunsy Roy Horn, one of magic’s most legendary and beloved performers, celebrated his 67th birthday during a private event at Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage on Sunday. Family, friends and colleagues gathered for the celebration that begin at the dolphin pool at sunset with a toast to Horn by Mirage President and COO Felix Rappaport, followed by Horn’s longtime magic partner Siegfried Fischbacher. The festivities ended with a screening of Siegfried & ... Read more...
10.3.11 · 3:29 PM
Strip Scribbles: Las Vegas team still in contention on Amazing Race
Our Las Vegas nightlife girls Kaylani Paliotta and Lisa Tilley could have been eliminated by a rival team’s trickery on last night’s second episode of The Amazing Race on CBS. All 11 teams started in Taipei and fought plane and train schedules to make it to Yogyakarta, Indonesia, where a race by taxi took them to a cave. It was a spelunk challenge with untangling ropes to descend into a cave in order to climb a careening bamboo ladder to ... Read more...
10.3.11 · 9:33 AM
Review: Immortal will keep Michael Jackson’s legacy alive
MONTREAL, Quebec — The late King of Pop is onstage throughout the two-hour spectacular Michael Jackson’s The Immortal World Tour. His voice, songs, music and even conversations are very real, and you don’t feel shortchanged that he’s not there in person. Cirque du Soleil miraculously solved the problem of “the missing star” because they’ve preserved his memory thanks to unique treatments of video, including material from the This Is It show rehearsals in Los Angeles that ended the proposed London ... Read more...
10.3.11 · 6:35 AM
Photos: Cirque’s Immortal ‘is the show Michael would have wanted’
MONTREAL, Quebec — The musical legacy of Michael Jackson’s creativity and genius will last forever thanks to an amazing marriage between The King of Pop and Cirque du Soleil. The world premiere of Michael Jackson’s The Immortal World Tour here in the French Canadian headquarters of the one-time circus troupe proved that point, and everybody from fans to family and estate executors to Cirque’s executives agreed that “this is the show Michael would have wanted.” “It’s the show he would ... Read more...
10.2.11 · 9:17 PM
Photos: Michael Jackson’s The Immortal World Tour bows in Montreal
By Don Chareunsy Direct from Cirque du Soleil headquarters in Montreal, Vegas DeLuxe presents the first official photo gallery of Michael Jackson’s The Immortal World Tour, which had its world premiere tonight in the Quebec city. Mr. Vegas DeLuxe Robin Leach and Senior Editor John Katsilometes are in Montreal for the festivities, so be sure to check back later for their reports about the new production helmed by director and choreographer Jamie King, as well as other news, including interviews ... Read more...
10.2.11 · 4:59 PM
Photos: David Foster and his friends at Mandalay Bay Events Center
By Don Chareunsy Super-producer David Foster was front and center in the spotlight for his multiple-artist concert David Foster & Friends last night at Mandalay Bay Events Center, and, in a change of pace, Foster was a headliner alongside his successful collaborators Donna Summer, Kenny Loggins, Charice and Ruben Studdard. Tom Donoghue was on duty for a super-sized Vegas DeLuxe photo gallery and also served as reporter. “Mandalay Bay was rockin’ last night. David Foster & Friends captured the crowd ... Read more...
10.2.11 · 1:08 PM
Photos: Jesse Jane at Deja Vu Adult Emporium for meet-and-greet
By Don Chareunsy Adult entertainment superstar Jesse Jane hosted a meet-and-greet with fans at Deja Vu Adult Emporium on Friday night, and Scott Harrison had the tough assignment of shooting all the action — but not that kind of action — at the adults-only boutique for a Vegas DeLuxe photo gallery. Jane, birth name Cindy Taylor, kept it casual in jeans, a Hustler cap and a black Diosa tank top (Diosa is Jane’s tequila). Robin Leach interviewed Jane — she ... Read more...
10.2.11 · 11:33 AM
Photos: Erasure brings the bass and hits to The Pearl at the Palms
By Brjden Crewe Sitting inside The Pearl at The Palms after FrankMusik concluded his fantastically produced opening set, you could feel the energy from the crowd begin to bubble over. English synthpop duo Erasure returned to Las Vegas on Friday night to satisfy fans who’ve been waiting years for the group to bring back their bass-heavy magic to any stage daring enough to hold them. Once onstage, the team opened with lead singer Andy Bell, decked out in a Thracian ... Read more...
10.1.11 · 5:02 PM
Photos: Duran Duran are still wild boys at the Hard Rock Hotel’s Joint
By Don Chareunsy British band Duran Duran — with longtime members frontman Simon Le Bon, guitarist John Taylor, drummer Roger Taylor and keyboardist Nick Rhodes — proved that the group who achieved super-stardom in the 1980s hasn’t come undone over the years, performing a 100-minute set that had the mostly-age-30-and-older crowd dancing, singing and waving their arms over their heads and side to side all evening. Le Bon, a little thicker around the middle these days, still exudes considerable charm ... Read more...
10.1.11 · 2:49 PM
Photos: James Dean’s death 56 years ago is commemorated at crash site
By Don Chareunsy Photographer Denise Truscello provided Vegas DeLuxe with this photo gallery commemorating the death of Hollywood screen legend James Dean 56 years ago. Dean died in a crash in Cholame, Calif., on Sept. 30, 1955. James Dean impersonator Scott Brimigion posed for photographs in front of the James Dean Memorial. Truscello shot these images during the same time of day as the accident in 1955. After his tragic death at age 24, Dean left an indelible mark in ... Read more...
10.1.11 · 1:53 PM
Photos: Luc Robitaille hosts celebrity poker tournament at MGM Grand
By Don Chareunsy NHL legend Luc Robitaille and his wife Stacia hosted their celebrity poker tournament at MGM Grand yesterday as part of the annual Frozen Fury festivities in Las Vegas, and Tom Donoghue was on duty for a Vegas DeLuxe photo gallery. This was the sixth year that the Echoes of Hope celebrity poker tournament was played at MGM Grand, and the Los Angeles Kings Hall of Famer and his wife both made it to the final table. Speaking ... Read more...
10.1.11 · 12:58 PM
Photos: Corey Harrison of Pawn Stars taps keg at Hofbrauhaus
By Don Chareunsy Pawn Stars star Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison took a break yesterday from his pawnshop duties on Las Vegas Boulevard to tap the keg for the continuing Oktoberfest celebration at Hofbrauhaus at Paradise and Flamingo across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel. Thanks to Scott Harrison for his festive photo gallery of Big Hoss hard at work at Hofbrauhaus. Siegfried & Roy kicked off Oktoberfest at Hofbrauhaus last month, and the legendary magicians were followed by sexy ... Read more...
10.1.11 · 11:02 AM
Photos: David Foster rehearses with his musicians at Mandalay Bay
By Don Chareunsy Super-producer and hit-maker David Foster rehearsed with his musicians yesterday afternoon for his concert tonight at Mandalay Bay Events Center, where he takes center stage as a headliner in his own right with frequent collaborators Donna Summer, Kenny Loggins, Ruben Studdard and Charice. Photographer Tom Donoghue was invited by Foster to shoot this exclusive photo gallery of the rehearsal for Vegas DeLuxe. It’s an up-close photo essay of the rehearsal process of a music genius at work. ... Read more...
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