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Strip Scribbles: MGM to open its walls on the Strip so tourists can see into the casino; Reviv hangover spa opens next month: Tuesday, June 18, 2013; The front façade from the famous gold lion to the north end by M&M’s World is coming down.
Criss Angel survives 'the most dangerous and frightening thing I’ve ever done in my life': Tuesday, June 18, 2013; For 10 nail-biting minutes, several thousand people stood in total silence and watched magician Criss Angel inch his way, blindfolded, across two steel beams swaying 50 feet in the air. The "Mindfreak" star, who is shooting a new series of one-hour specials for Spike TV, was in full view of the audience members, who stopped shopping at the Fashion Show mall on the Strip.
'Priscilla' and 500 drag queen costumes bus across the desert for nine-week run at the Venetian: Tuesday, June 18, 2013; The journey on Interstate 15 across the desert from Los Angeles to Las Vegas for the "Priscilla" musical touring company is as incredible an undertaking as the Australian outback drag-queen scripted adventure itself. The big, glitzy, colorful theatrical production complete with an on-stage cutaway bus takes nine trucks to transport — two of which are just for the wardrobe costumes and hair pieces! Cast and crew arrived Monday, and Tuesday morning, “Priscilla School” opened to teach hired Las Vegas locals how best to help the cast fast-change in and out of the myriad of outrageous outfits. "Priscilla Queen of the Desert — The Musical" opens for a one-night preview Tuesday night, and the full run premieres on Thursday at the Venetian.
New Miss Nevada winners plan for national pageant as Miss America chief rankles Vegas: Tuesday, June 18, 2013; The newly crowned Nevada representatives going onto the Miss America pageants have less than 90 days to prepare for the national spotlight.
Pat Benatar, Cheap Trick combine for a powerful evening at the Palms: Tuesday, June 18, 2013; It was the night two great institutions of rock ‘n’ roll teamed up for a knock-out show for the ages -- and the “guinea pig” audience loved them for it.
Strip Scribbles: Holly's new wedding date; Jonas Brothers video; Trump's new (and very, very wealthy) partners: Monday, June 17, 2013; Reality television’s Holly Madison, who now calls Vegas home, has settled on Sept. 10 for her California wedding to "baby daddy"Pasquale Rotella, the promoter of this weekend’s giant Electric Daisy Carnival here.
Miss USA no match for NBA Finals; Donald Trump explains moving his pageants out of Vegas: Monday, June 17, 2013; The 51 glamorous girls of Donald Trump’s Miss USA pageant Sunday at Planet Hollywood were outscored and outpointed in the TV ratings war by the San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat.
Trump yanks Vegas pageants: Miss Universe going to Russia, Miss USA headed to Miami: Sunday, June 16, 2013; Real-estate mogul and "Celebrity Apprentice" television host Donald Trump arrived Saturday, and after watching the final dress rehearsals of his Miss USA pageant princesses, he decreed a night of celebration.
'Teen Mom'/porn starlet Farrah Abraham hosts at Adult Pool Club: Sunday, June 16, 2013; It's been a roller coaster ride of sensational and often lurid tabloid headlines for "Teen Mom" reality starlet Farrah Abraham, who wound up selling her debut porn video for more than $1 million.
Playmate Kendra celebrates 28th birthday at Chateau: Sunday, June 16, 2013; Reality TV starlet and former Playboy playmate Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett celebrated her 28th birthday in true Vegas style early today.
Pitbull, Ke$ha light up Mandalay Bay crowd: Sunday, June 16, 2013; Pitbull and Ke$ha brought their "Warrior Tour' to Mandalay Bay on Saturday night, and fans gave them a roaring sold-out welcome.
New Miss Nevada, Miss Nevada Outstanding Teen crowned: Saturday, June 15, 2013; The new Miss Nevada who will go to the Miss America contest in Atlantic City Sept. 15 is 19-year-old Diana Sweeney, Miss Carson City.
2013 Miss USA photos: Night on the town for pageant beauties: Saturday, June 15, 2013; Three of the Miss USA beauties taking part in Sunday's pageant live on NBC from Planet Hollywood had a night free from rehearsals — and they hit up the Cirque du Soleil Beatles LOVE show at the Mirage and then continued to dance the night away at Hakkasan in MGM Grand.
Celebrity preview: Jay Leno, Jeff Dunham, Miss Nevada, Miss USA, Criss Angel, international soccer stars: Friday, June 14, 2013; It’s dueling kings of comedy and dueling beauty pageants this weekend on the Strip. That sums up the great appeal of the regular weekend Las Vegas entertainment scene: if you don’t fancy one in a certain genre there’s always the other!
Strip Scribbles: Food Network star lands Strip restaurant; Sports Illustrated models return for summer; Criss Angel’s 60-foot high-beam blindfolded walk: Thursday, June 13, 2013; Food Network’s top-rated celebrity chef, Giada De Laurentiis has reportedly landed the new restaurant at the luxury boutique Gaansevort Hotel at center strip. It is being transformed out of Bills Gaming Hall, at this moment a shell- but on target for a February 2014 opening with the gaming portion to be open for New Years.
Miss Universe official promises surprises that could shake up the whole show: Thursday, June 13, 2013; NBC television producers have surprises for everyone for Sunday’s Miss USA Pageant broadcast from Planet Hollywood.
Miss Nevada Pageant preview: Who will compete in Miss America?: Thursday, June 13, 2013; It will take two nights of Miss America competition to determine the winners for the new Miss Nevada and Miss Nevada Outstanding Teen titles Friday and Saturday. The 23 contestants are determined not to be overshadowed by the rival national Miss USA pageant taking place Sunday on the Strip.
Caesars Palace shows world travelers how Las Vegas parties: Thursday, June 13, 2013; No other city on earth throws a party like Las Vegas! The 4,000 visitors from around the globe for the IPW World Travel Congress convention were speechless Wednesday night when Caesars Palace hosted their final exciting night on the Strip.
2013 Miss USA photos: Preliminary events whittle contestants down for Sunday's big event: Thursday, June 13, 2013; It was a night of glittering glamour, gorgeous gowns, stunning swimsuits and sexy smiles. The 51 Miss USA contestants dazzled and wowed at last night’s preliminary pageant at Planet Hollywood.
Counter Intelligence: New Carmine's restaurant ready to open; Project Dinner Table helping others: Wednesday, June 12, 2013; The giant, 750-seat, 27,000 square foot Carmine's Italian restaurant, set to open in the Caesars Palace Forum Shops next month, promises its Southern Italian cuisine will be served in “wow-sized” portions. Enough for four to six people at a time!
Strip Scribbles: Relative of Judy Garland headed to Miss Nevada Pageant: Wednesday, June 12, 2013; In 2011, Bailey Gumm was crowned Miss Nevada’s Outstanding Teen and became a contestant in the national Miss America Teen Pageant. Now, as newly crowned Miss Douglas County, Bailey will compete in this weekend’s 65th annual Miss Nevada Pageant.
2013 Miss USA photos: Contestants continuing to get ready: Wednesday, June 12, 2013; The Miss USA contestants at Planet Hollywood continue to prepare for Sunday’s live NBC telecast to 90 countries and millions of viewers.
Ziering having a roaring good time ripping off his shirt: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; Former "Beverly Hills 90210" star Ian Ziering is packing in the girls as guest host of the Chippendales show at the Rio -- and he's enjoying every minute of it, so much so that he wants to do more in the adult burlesque revue -- and if his run isn't extended at month's end he'll certainly be back for a repeat engagement.
Strip Scribbles: Magazine honoring the best in the rock biz; Bradshaw getting ready for stage show: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; The 4th annual Vegas Rocks! Magazine music awards show is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 25, at the Joint in the Hard Rock Hotel. It's tied in with the publication’s 9th anniversary. This year’s celebration of classic rock salutes some of the most legendary artists in the music business.
Miss USA contestants celebrate Terry Fator's birthday; contest judges are named: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; When you are entertainer Terry Fator and celebrating your 1,000th show, your millionth visitor and your birthday all at the same time, it's only natural you’d have 51 of America's most gorgeous women join you for the party.
Star Surveillance: Susan Lucci, Drake, T-Pain, Tiffany Michelle, Iration and Mackelmore: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; Daytime’s leading lady, soap opera actress Susan Lucci, was at the Donny & Marie show at the Flamingo this weekend, where the singers told the audience that Donny had guest-starred with her on "All My Children" in 2006. Susan went backstage afterward for a souvenir photo with the duo.
'American Idiot' at Smith Center starts tonight: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; Sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll are front and center for the eight performances of Green Day’s “American Idiot,” opening Tuesday, June 11, at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
Brad Garrett riffs on running in a Speedo, his canceled TV series and the first anniversary of his club: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; Plans for a Speedo, bikini and swim shorts downtown as an Opportunity Village fundraiser next Tuesday have been postponed at the last moment. The event was to also serve as the official registration kickoff and sign-up drive for the annual Santa Claus 5K Christmas marathon, which is still set for December.
Star Surveillance: Jason Statham, Shania Twain, Derek Hough, Marie Osmond and UFC and NFL stars: Tuesday, June 11, 2013; Hollywood, sports and music stars continue to choose Las Vegas as their No. 1 destination for parties, performances and pleasure. Here’s a Royal ...
Emeril Lagasse talks about plans for new TV show, new Vegas restaurant: Monday, June 10, 2013; Bam! Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse wants to kick up his Vegas success story even more. He’s seriously mulling not only a new Vegas based television series but also a new restaurant concept to add to the four hit venues he already has on the Strip. This time, he’d partner up with Red Rocker pal, Sammy Hagar.
Photos: Emeril kicks it up a notch at Sammy Hagar barbecue concert: Monday, June 10, 2013; Despite record-setting temperatures, 1,500 fans of the Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar, turned up to patiently wait two hours and enjoy a poolside barbecue with star chef Emeril Lagasse.
Oklahoma rock band Hinder takes it to the limit on Fremont Street: Monday, June 10, 2013; Hard rock band Hinder has been together now for more than 10 years, and they’re still having a grand time. The Oklahoma City musicians took time out from a long summer tour schedule recently to hit the Fremont Street Experience.
Strip Scribbles: Paris Hilton at Daylight; Recycled Percussion in France; and Pawn Stars medallion: Monday, June 10, 2013; The four eccentric musicians who make up Quad headliners Recycled Percussion became international jet-setters this past weekend and wowed French citizens by rattling their junkyard pots and pans.
2013 Miss USA photos: Intense preparations begin for 51 pageant contestants: Monday, June 10, 2013; The fun is over! The hard work begins! Intense rehearsal schedules have started for the 51 Miss USA contestants at Planet Hollywood in preparation for Wednesday’s preliminary pageant and Sunday’s live NBC telecast to 90 countries and millions of viewers.
Celebrity preview: Paris Hilton, Cheryl Burke, Ludacris, Emeril Lagasse, Miss USA, Sammy Hagar and Bill Maher: Friday, June 7, 2013; With temperatures already set to shatter the 110 mark, cooling off at the pool becomes mandatory, and we have Ludacris at the Palms, Paris Hilton ...
Wicked Whispers & Racy Rumors: Gansevoort delayed? ‘Mamma Mia’ to return? + David Beckham: Friday, June 7, 2013; Inside sources advise that the new Gansevoort Hotel being built out of the shell of the former Bill’s Gamblin’ Hall &Salon at Center ...
Photos: 1983 Miss USA Julie Hayek still models 30 years later; Bold Body Bronzing in Las Vegas: Thursday, June 6, 2013; It was 30 years ago that Julie Hayek became Miss USA 1983 and was first runner-up in the Miss Universe Pageant. In her role, she met presidents, ...
Strip Scribbles: Groom Joseph Sclafani is behind bars; bride Ramona Rizzo will celebrate bachelorette party in Las Vegas: Thursday, June 6, 2013; It will be one of the most unusual bachelorette parties ever in Las Vegas. While many bachelorettes have to worry about their husbands-to-be getting ...
2013 Miss USA photos: Jason Statham welcomes contestants at Buca di Beppo: Thursday, June 6, 2013; No good deed goes unrewarded! Action-movie hunk Jason Statham surprised the 2013 Miss USA Pageant princesses Wednesday night after they’d ...
Q+A: Ian Ziering is ready to take it off as guest hunk of Chippendales: Thursday, June 6, 2013; “My life is in full bloom. I feel very blessed right now,” “Beverly Hills, 90210” heartthrob Ian Ziering says. My longtime friend becomes a bare-chested ...
David Copperfield: Now you’ll see him — and his magic — for longer at MGM Grand: Thursday, June 6, 2013; Although illusionist David Copperfield has a new three-year contract and a theater named for him for his new show at MGM ...
2013 Miss USA photos: Big hair and line dancing at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill: Wednesday, June 5, 2013; The whirlwind TV location shoots for the 2013 Miss USA Pageant princesses continue at full pace. On Tuesday, it was a wild cowgirl line-dancing ...
Strip Scribbles: ‘Michael Jackson One’ ticket sales exceed expectations at Mandalay Bay: Wednesday, June 5, 2013; Tickets for “Michael Jackson One” at Mandalay Bay are moving so well that Cirque du Soleil execs have decided to advance the on-sale date ...
Food Network star Guy Fieri to open his first Strip restaurant at The Quad: Wednesday, June 5, 2013; It’s a homecoming for The Food Network star Guy Fieri, who graduated from UNLV in 1990; Guy is set to open his first restaurant on the Strip at The ...
Photos: Exuberant ‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’ sashays to The Venetian: Tuesday, June 4, 2013; It will be a desert odyssey when the musical “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” starts the trek on I-15 through Death Valley from Los Angeles to take up ...
2013 Miss USA photos: Contestants are on a TV filming and photo whirlwind in Las Vegas: Tuesday, June 4, 2013; Since checking into their Planet Hollywood home over the weekend, the 2013 Miss USA Pageant contestants haven’t stopped for a moment. It’s been a whirlwind of wardrobe fittings, makeup sessions and photo and TV filming shoots.
Strip Scribbles: Our Las Vegas Sin are ready for football season opener: Tuesday, June 4, 2013; They’re no longer known as the Lingerie Football League, but our Las Vegas Sin are still sexy and powerful. They’re also ready for the new Legends ...
Photos: Bellagio summer exhibit overflows with birds and sunflowers: Tuesday, June 4, 2013; It’s only June 4, yet the temperature is over the 100-degree mark. Summer doesn’t officially start until June 21, but the forecast for this weekend includes 111 degrees. Guaranteed prediction: It’s going to get even hotter as we get into the dog days of the season.
Photos: Mario Batali has even more expansion plans in Las Vegas: Monday, June 3, 2013; It’s a tough 60-day deadline that star chef Mario Batali faces for his new B&B Burger & Beer restaurant at The Venetian. If he gets his fourth restaurant ...
Photos: Globetrotting Tenors — Tea with The Queen; Cirque’s One Drop; and Caesars residency?: Monday, June 3, 2013; In just five days, the quartet of Canadian singers known as The Tenors are on the world’s most whirlwind of showbiz travels, the busiest yet in their ...