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NASCAR greats to roll into Rio in Las Vegas
Monday, Nov. 30, 2009
NASCAR legend Tony Stewart will be at the Rio on Thursday to honor the best, boldest and funniest of the 2009 racing season.
Celeb Recap: KISS, Jay Leno, Stevie Wonder perform in Las Vegas
Patti Labelle, Buckcherry, Dwight Yoakam bring musical mix
Monday, Nov. 30, 2009
Stars spotted throughout Las Vegas this weekend included comedian/TV host Jay Leno, singers Stevie Wonder and Patti Labelle and Dallas Cowboys Tono Romo and Miles Austin.
KISS, Jay Leno, Stevie Wonder perform in Las Vegas
Patti LaBelle, Buckcherry, Dwight Yoakam bring musical mix
Monday, Nov. 30, 2009
Stars spotted throughout Las Vegas this weekend included comedian/TV host Jay Leno, singers Stevie Wonder and Patti LaBelle and Dallas Cowboys Tony Romo and Miles Austin.
Jay Leno, KISS, Dwight Yoakam to perform in Las Vegas
Slow weekend in city still brings entertainment options
Friday, Nov. 27, 2009
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.
Celeb Preview: Not much going on this weekend
Friday, Nov. 27, 2009
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.
Buckcherry eager to lace ‘em up, tone it down in Las Vegas
Singer censors himself for family friendly shows with KISS
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009
“Crazy Bitch” doesn’t exactly scream “family-friendly” – but Buckcherry is trying to make it as multi-generationally palatable as possible.
MMA celebs and enthusiasts descend on Las Vegas for UFC 106
Monday, Nov. 23, 2009
Among the stars were Tito Ortiz and Jenna Jameson, Joe Rogan, Forrest Griffin and Josh Koscheck.
Forrest Griffin, Lewis Black, Kenny G light up Las Vegas
Jason Alexander, Lil Jon, Jenna Jameson seen in the city's night spots over weekend
Monday, Nov. 23, 2009
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.
'New Moon' star talks 'Twilight'
Expect more action and more emotion, Ashley Greene says
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
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
Loggins and Messina to perform at Primm
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
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.
MMA fighters set to party after UFC 106
Fighters, a Cheetah Girl and even Kenny G hit Las Vegas this weekend
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009
Kenny G and UFC all in the same weekend?
Las Vegas to go country with Garth Brooks, Trace Adkins and Randy Travis
Trio of high-profile concerts coincides with NFR
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009
December is shaping up to be quite the month for country music fans in Las Vegas.
MGM Mirage (finally) makes George Strait show official
Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade to play MGM Grand Garden Arena on Feb 6.
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009
It is finally official: George Strait is coming to the MGM Grand Garden Arena, and he’s bringing Reba McEntire and Lee Ann Womack with him.
Eight questions with Emeril Lagasse
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy. First up: Emeril Lagasse.
Eight questions with Mark Tarbull
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend.
The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Nancy Silverton
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Sammy Hagar
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Kerry Simon
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Bradley Ogden
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Mario Batali
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Eight questions with Wolfgang Puck
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
The Carnivale du Vin brought together many of the top chefs in the country: Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Mario Batali, Bradley Ogden… most of the big names were at the Venetian this weekend. The Sun caught up with eight of the culinary heavyweights and asked them eight questions, including their take on their signature dishes, restaurant trends, favorite kitchen gadgets, and what they would have for dinner if they had just one last supper to enjoy.
Lessons in the art of nightlife a la Diddy
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
If nightlife is an art, call Sean Combs Roy Lichtenstein.
Celeb Recap: Fight night brings out the stars
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
If this weekend proved anything, it's that nothing brings the celebs together in Las Vegas like a good old-fashioned fight night.
Business is art form to Sean 'Diddy' Combs
Latest product he's selling with style is Ciroc vodka
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
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.
Muhammad Ali, Derek Jeter, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, 50 Cent, Jeremy Piven and Mark Wahlberg in Vegas for fight weekend
Emeril Lagasse, Melissa Rycroft, Tye Strickland and Jessica Lowndes also among those in town
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009
If this weekend proved anything, it's that nothing brings the celebs together in Las Vegas like a good old-fashioned fight night.
Sean “Diddy” Combs to help open Las Vegas club
Diddy will be part of Vanity nightclub's kick off celebration
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009
Diddy calls himself "the black Sinatra," perfect pick to host at new Vanity nightclub.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs to open new Las Vegas club
Details of New Years unveiling revealed during two-part interview with the Las Vegas Sun
Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009
Sean “Diddy” Combs is about to open a new nightclub in Las Vegas.
Well, almost: He’s going to help open one.
Celeb preview: Manny and Miguel bring stars to the Strip
P Diddy, heavyweight chefs and famous fighters head to Las Vegas
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
Nothing brings the celebs together in Las Vegas like the love of a good fight.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs among stars in Las Vegas for Manny Pacquiao-Miguel Cotto fight
Lilly Tomlin, Ray Romano, Kevin James, Norm McDonald to keep city laughing
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
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 shares his eye candy
Playboy featuring No.1 girlfriend, Crystal Harris, hits newsstands today
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
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.
DJ AM's sneaker collection to be sold on eBay
More than 800 pairs of the late turntablist's shoes to be sold for memorial fund
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009
Adam Goldstein was known for four things: For DJ-ing sets of hip-hop mash-ups at Rain on Friday nights; for surviving a fatal plane crash last year alongside his friend and Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker; for dating Hollywood starlets, and compiling an impressive collection of sneakers.
Frontman Kelly Hansen brings fine form to Foreigner
Latest incarnation of band emulates familiar sounds from 30 years ago
Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009
Though he sang, “It feels just like the first time,” it was clear Wednesday night that a Foreigner concert wasn’t the first one for front man Kelly Hansen.
Foreigner rocks and rolls new album to Las Vegas
'Can't Slow Down' recorded in variety of spots outside recording studio
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009
“If the van be ‘a rockin’ then don’t come a-knockin’,” to play off a famous saying – yet if the van is Foreigner’s tour bus and the rockin’ relates to the music emanating from within, don’t run off too soon.
Foreigner's van's a rockin' ... and they're recording
Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009
Unbeknownst to passers-by, Foreigner founder Mick Jones said the band laid down several tracks on their tour bus as it sat in decidedly unglamorous parking lots across the country.
Kirsten Price and Kayden Kross to host 2010 AVN Awards
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009
The AVN Awards quietly announced last week that Kirsten Price and Kayden Kross will host the upcoming XXX gala at the Palms. The 27th annual awards show will be held on Jan. 9 at the Pearl.
Seeing double: Lady Gaga books second Vegas show
Monday, Nov. 9, 2009
Two nights of Gaga mean twice the wild costumes, crazy antics and poker faces.
Fans go gaga for Lady Gaga, get second Vegas show
Eccentric performer announces another concert after first date sells out
Monday, Nov. 9, 2009
Lady Gaga will play not one, but two concerts in Las Vegas next month.
Celeb recap: Johnny Damon, Kelly Clarkson and Tony Hawk take on Las Vegas
Monday, Nov. 9, 2009
Between World Series winners, pro skaters and an "American Idol," the Strip was packed with stars this past weekend.
Alicia Keys, Eva Longoria, Kelly Clarkson bring star power to Las Vegas
Enrique Iglesias, David Spade, LeAnn Rimes also in city for weekend
Monday, Nov. 9, 2009
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.
Everclear's Art Alexakis finds Hard Rock Cafe feels like home
Band's frontman says he won't force new songs if they're not ready
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009
Saturday night Everclear frontman Art Alexakis will be rocking out with the band at the new Hard Rock Café on the Strip. Alexakis has been the main songwriter for the band since its inception in 1992 and now leads the five-piece rock band that went through its latest lineup change in 2004. Their new album offers up new versions of classic Everclear tunes like “Wonderful” and “I Will Buy You a New Life” plus a few new tracks.
LeAnn Rimes, Kelly Clarkson and Jay Leno playing in Las Vegas
Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Tony Hawk and David Spade also lighting up the city
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
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.
Dan Marino makes a play on the Vegas restaurant scene
The former Miami Dolphin is an investor in Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
At Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza pies are "well-done" and eggplant is a la Marino.
Dan Marino helps deliver pizza franchise to Las Vegas
Former NFL quarterback promotes new Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Dan Marino is hoping to score a touchdown in the Las Vegas restaurant market.
Music drives Gran Turismo Awards show
Video game awards event one of latest entertainment offerings at Rain
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
Yes, it was the Gran Turismo Awards, but there was more to Wednesday night at Rain than a video game.
Sans Kanye, Lady Gaga books Las Vegas show
The blonde and brazen star will play The Pearl on Dec. 18
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Let’s try this again: Lady Gaga is bringing her shock-pop to Las Vegas.
Lady Gaga to perform in Las Vegas
Eccentric singer slated to perform Dec. 18 in the Pearl at the Palms
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Let’s try this again: Lady Gaga is bringing her shock-pop to Las Vegas. The eccentric singer, who is known for her extreme costumes and onstage persona, announced today that she will perform at the Palms next month.
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, Nov. 3, 2009
Nicolas Cage is “Leaving Las Vegas” once again, as tax troubles are forcing him to sell his sprawling Southern Nevada estate.
George Strait and Reba McEntire to perform in Las Vegas
Country singing stars to perform Feb. 6 at MGM Grand
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
The Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade is teaming up with seven-time ACM Top Female Vocalist to bring a mega bill to Las Vegas. George Strait and Reba McEntire will perform at the MGM Grand on Feb 6, 2010.
New Year's Eve lineup in Las Vegas: Black Eyed Peas, 50 Cent, Shwayze
Pure Management Group announce NYE performers at LAX, Pure, Christian Audiger nightclubs
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Halloween is barely behind us, Thanksgiving has yet to happen, and the holidays are still a ways off but Vegas has its eyes set on New Year's Eve.
Jay Leno, Rob Zombie, Dan Aykroyd hit up Las Vegas for Halloween weekend
Others in city over weekend included Bruce Campbell, Corbin Bernsen, Debbie Gibson
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
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.