Celebrity Sightings

By Trent Ogle · September 27, 2009 · 4:00 p.m.

Andre Agassi Foundation for Education red carpet.

Jay Leno at the 2nd Annual Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction at Mandalay Bay.

Jay Leno, KISS, Dwight Yoakam to perform in Las Vegas: CELEBRITY FORECAST: Slow weekend in city still brings entertainment options; Friday, November 27, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; There’s no nice way to say it: This weekend doesn’t look like it’s going to be a big one compared to most weekends in Las Vegas.

Bill Cosby back in Vegas with Jell-O-ness, and mellowness: COMEDY:; Friday, November 27, 2009; By Jerry Fink; Three months ago Bill Cosby performed in Las Vegas for the first time in years, headlining at Treasure Island. He returns for an encore tonight. It may be the last time fans have a chance to see America’s uncrowned raconteur laureate on a Las Vegas stage for a while.

Buckcherry eager to lace ‘em up, tone it down in Las Vegas: Singer censors himself for family friendly shows with KISS; Tuesday, November 24, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; “Crazy Bitch” doesn’t exactly scream “family-friendly” – but Buckcherry is trying to make it as multi-generationally palatable as possible.

Forrest Griffin follows through with a right to Tito Ortiz during UFC 106 Saturday, November 21, 2009 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. Griffin won the bout by split decision.

Forrest Griffin, Lewis Black, Kenny G light up Las Vegas: CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS: Jason Alexander, Lil Jon, Jenna Jameson seen in the city's night spots over weekend; Monday, November 23, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; It was quite the mixed bag of star sightings and celebrity hostings in Las Vegas this weekend. UFC 106 brought a range of comedians, musicians, and MMA fighters to town.

Colts' victory made possible by two yards and a clouded decision: Celebrity sports picks:; Saturday, November 21, 2009; By Sal DeFilippo; It's likely the Patriots not only gave the Colts the victory last Sunday, but also tossed away a home playoff game or two.

Twilight star Ashley Greene hosts the Halloween party at Tao in The Venetian on Oct. 31, 2009.

'New Moon' star talks 'Twilight': Expect more action and more emotion, Ashley Greene says; Friday, November 20, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Ashley Greene says “Twilight” fans can expect more action and emotion in “New Moon.” The latest installment of the “Twilight” series opens in theaters today.

Lewis Black, Kenny G and UFC fighters in Las Vegas for weekend

Lewis Black, Kenny G and UFC fighters in Las Vegas for weekend: Loggins and Messina to perform at Primm; Friday, November 20, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; It will be quite the mixed bag of star sightings and celebrity hostings in Las Vegas this weekend, as a range of comedians, musicians, and MMA fighters are all expected to come to town.

Red carpet rolled out of courtroom: CELEBRITY: Treatment of Michael Jackson’s doctor after appearance before judge opens door for entire new cottage industry; Friday, November 20, 2009; By Brendan Buhler; Showing an unprecedented level of creative initiative, the bailiffs at Clark County Family Court have launched a new tourism and job creation initiative: VIP justice.

Holly Madison stomps grapes with a Lucille Ball look-alike at the unveiling of Beaujolais Nouveau at the Paris on Nov. 18, 2009.

Holly Madison bares her feet in wine fete: 'Peepshow' star steps into grape stomping role with Lucy look-alike; Thursday, November 19, 2009; Holly Madison isn’t afraid to get her feet wet. The “Peepshow” starlet drenched her feet, calves and knees yesterday during an event celebrating Beaujolais Nouveau at Paris.

Sean "P. Diddy" Combs at the Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Nov. 14, 2009.

Business is art form to Sean 'Diddy' Combs: CELEBRITIES: Latest product he's selling with style is Ciroc vodka; Monday, November 16, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; While Sean “Diddy” Combs has yet to reach Frank Sinatra status, he paid homage to ‘Ol Blue Eyes in an ad for his Ciroc vodka earlier this year.

Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao celebrates his victory over Miguel Cotto at an after-fight concert with his band Calsada at Mandalay Bay Events Center on Nov. 14, 2009.

Muhammad Ali, Derek Jeter, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, 50 Cent, Jeremy Piven and Mark Wahlberg in Vegas for fight weekend: CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS: Emeril Lagasse, Melissa Rycroft, Tye Strickland and Jessica Lowndes also among those in town; Monday, November 16, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; If this weekend proved anything, it's that nothing brings the celebs together in Las Vegas like a good old-fashioned fight night.

Sean "P. Diddy" Combs and Jeremy Piven at the Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Nov. 14, 2009.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs to open new Las Vegas club: nightlife: Details of New Years unveiling revealed during two-part interview with the Las Vegas Sun; Sunday, November 15, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Sean “Diddy” Combs is about to open a new nightclub in Las Vegas. Well, almost: He’s going to help open one.

Sean "P. Diddy" Combs waits to see the Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs among stars in Las Vegas for Manny Pacquiao-Miguel Cotto fight: CELEBRITY FORECAST: Lilly Tomlin, Ray Romano, Kevin James, Norm McDonald to keep city laughing; Friday, November 13, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Nothing brings the celebs together in Las Vegas like the love of a good fight. The big Manny Pacquiao-Miguel Cotto match-up will go down Saturday night at the MGM Grand, but the parties will start tonight as thousands flock town, anxious for their part of the action.

Hugh Hefner and Crystal Harris celebrate Hef's 83rd birthday at the Palms.

Hugh Hefner shares his eye candy: Playboy featuring No.1 girlfriend, Crystal Harris, hits newsstands today; Friday, November 13, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Who wants a slice of Hugh Hefner’s Playboy pie? The mogul is sharing his main squeeze, Crystal Harris, with the world today as the December issue of his famed magazine hits newsstands.

This is a September 1965 photo of entertainer Monti Rock III.

Monti Rock III lands a gig in Atlantic City: Thursday, November 12, 2009; By Jerry Fink; Monti Rock III is one of those Las Vegas residents famous for being famous, like Paris Hilton only more flashy.

Lady Gaga performs Dec. 15, 2008, at Jet in Las Vegas. The singer will bring her show Dec. 18 to the Pearl at the Palms.

Fans go gaga for Lady Gaga, get second Vegas show: Eccentric performer announces another concert after first date sells out; Monday, November 9, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Lady Gaga will play not one, but two concerts in Las Vegas next month.

Performers Alicia Keys, left, and Alejandro Sanspose backstage at the 10th annual Latin Grammy Awards at the Mandalay Bay Events Center.

Alicia Keys, Eva Longoria, Kelly Clarkson bring star power to Las Vegas: Enrique Iglesias, David Spade, LeAnn Rimes also in city for weekend; Monday, November 9, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; The weekend started a little early this week, thanks to the Latin Grammy Awards. The star-studded awards took place at Mandalay Bay and played host to an array of celebs, including Eva Longoria, Alicia Keys, Enrique Iglesias and Miss Universe 2009, Stefania Fernandez.

LeAnn Rimes performs the national anthem during the first round of the 2009 Professional Bull Riders World Finals at Thomas & Mack Center on Oct. 30, 2009.

LeAnn Rimes, Kelly Clarkson and Jay Leno playing in Las Vegas: CELEBRITY FORECAST: Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Tony Hawk and David Spade also lighting up the city; Friday, November 6, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; The electro-hop group LMFAO will do double duty tonight, first with a show at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay, then a hosting gig at The Bank at the Bellagio.

Warrant: Paris Hilton photos found in Vegas raid: Friday, November 6, 2009; Associated Press; Warrant: Paris Hilton photos found in Vegas raid

This Associated Press file photo shows Nicholas Cage in 2006. The star of the 1995 film "Leaving Las Vegas" is being forced to sell his Las Vegas mansion because of tax troubles.

Tax troubles force Nicolas Cage into leaving Las Vegas: Actor owes $6.6 million in back taxes, other debts on Las Vegas mega mansion; Tuesday, November 3, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Nicolas Cage is “Leaving Las Vegas” once again, as tax troubles are forcing him to sell his sprawling Southern Nevada estate.

Rob Zombie performs at The Pearl in the Palms on Oct. 30, 2009.

Jay Leno, Rob Zombie, Dan Aykroyd hit up Las Vegas for Halloween weekend: Celebrity sightings: Others in city over weekend included Bruce Campbell, Corbin Bernsen, Debbie Gibson; Monday, November 2, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Wow, what an action-packed Halloween weekend it was. This weekend Las Vegas saw its share of Halloween hi-jinks, complete with zombies, vampires, and, of course, sexy celebs.

Hilton family parties, sans Paris, at Pure: Monday, November 2, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Paris Hilton might be the Hilton family’s most notorious partier but that doesn’t mean the rest of her well-heeled relatives don’t know how to hit the town.

Left: Summerlin residents attend the annual Summerlin Pumpkin Festival to welcome the fall season. Right: A man dressed as a zombie waits for his next victim at Bonnie Screams, a haunted house west of Las Vegas in Bonnie Springs. (Photos by Richard Brian)

Halloween brings out sugary side of Las Vegas notables: Celebrities, politicians make plans for trick-or-treating visitors; Saturday, October 31, 2009; By Amanda Finnegan, Natasha Shepherd; Halloween isn’t just for the kids. Local celebrities, politicians and prominent members of the Las Vegas community are planning to take part in today’s festivities. The Las Vegas Sun found out how they are spending their holiday -- and how they're contributing to bags of Halloween treats.

Rob Zombie, Jay Leno, Jerry Springer in Las Vegas for Halloween weekend: CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS: Vanilla Ice, Slipknot, Kathy Griffin among stars in town for goulish fun; Friday, October 30, 2009; By Melissa Arseniuk; Brace yourself, Las Vegas: You’re in for an action-packed Halloween weekend full of zombie rockers, dysfunctional duos, and sexy-but-still-ghoulish, famous girls.

Wynn sends stern message to Garth Brooks ticket sellers: Tuesday, October 27, 2009; By Amanda Finnegan; Garth Brooks tickets are sold out for his first five weekend shows, and Wynn Las Vegas is doing everything it can to make sure fans don’t get their hands on unauthorized tickets. With some tickets on sale for more than $1,000 over their face value on several ticket broker Web sites, Wynn has come up with its own approach for dealing with would-be scalpers. Tickets, which Wynn is selling at $143 apiece (a $125 base price, plus a $5 service charge and $13 in taxes), are being resold for as much as $7,500 for five tickets on sites like eBay, ...