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Celebrities Appear at Global Gaming Expo Opening

Dayna Roselli — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:24:47 +0000

Photo Credit: Darrin Bush/Las Vegas News Bureau

Chris Noth of “Sex and the City,” posed with IGT’s new slot machine bearing the successful television series’ name. Noth is known as “Mr. Big” on the show. He also appears in the CBS show, “The Good Wife.”

The Global Gaming Expo, called G2E, is an international event for the gaming entertainment industry. It runs November 17th to the 19th in Las Vegas and features 520 exhibitors, including 92 from 26 countries.

G2E 2009 is expected to attract 25,000 attendees, and has been held in Las Vegas since its inception in 2001.

2009 Playboy Playmate of the Year Ida Ljungqvist poses with Bally Technologies new Playboy slot machine during G2E (Global Gaming Expo) at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Photo Credit: Brian Jones/ Las Vegas News Bureau

Will Ferrell & Mark Wahlberg Shoot Movie in Las Vegas

Dayna Roselli — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:24:39 +0000

Photo Credit: Erik Kabik/RETNA/erikkabik.com

Check this out! Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell on the set of their new movie The Other Guys. They were at the he Flamingo Las Vegas on he strip this weekend. Crowds gathered outside of The Flamingo and Margaritaville to watch the filming and traffic slowed as fans got a glimpse of the stars on the set.

Wahlberg and Ferrell looked right at home with Ferrell in a ‘Vegas Baby Vegas’ t-shirt and Wahlberg with a tall Margaritaville “yard” drink in his hand.

The Other Guys is directed by Adam McKay. His other films include: Talladega Nights, Step Brothers and Anchorman. Other actors in the movie include: Dwayne Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Mendes, Anne Heche, Michael Keeton, Steve Coogan, & Paris Hilton.

Photographer Erik Kabik was asked to shoot these EXCLUSIVE pictures. He shared them with us so we could share them with you!

Photo Credit: Erik Kabik/RETNA/erikkabik.com

MJ’s Father Attends “This Is It” Premiere at Palms

Dayna Roselli — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:33:59 +0000

“This Is It” premiered at Brenden Theater at the Palms Wednesday night. The film is a documentary about Michael Jackson’s upcoming tour London tour that never happened. Jackson died a short time before it was suppose to begin.

Michael Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, was on hand to watch the film. He was also there for the dedication of a star to the Jackson family. CEO, Johnny Brenden presented it to him. Don King, Todd Bridges and Rashida Ali were also there for the screening.

Photo Credit: Erik Kabik/RETNA/erikkabik.com

Actors & Musicians Celebrate Mirage’s 20th Anniversary

Dayna Roselli — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:56:38 +0000

This weekend the Mirage Hotel & Casino celebrated 20 years on the Las Vegas Strip. Several events were held throughout the weekend, including a concert with “Slash & Friends.”

Enjoy some pictures from the star studded events!

Slash & Joe Perry of Aerosmith; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Nicole Scherzinger (Lead Singer for the Pussy Cat Dolls); Photo Credit: Denise Truscello

Lukas Haas & Benicio Del Toro; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Jim Carrey & Jenny McCarthy Celebrate Anniversary at the Palms

Dayna Roselli — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:04:36 +0000

Jim Carrey & Jenny McCarthy recently celebrated their four-year anniversary together in a Sky Villa inside the Fantasy Tower at the Palms Casino Resort. Onlookers said the two looked very much in love and they played Texas Hold em till the wee hours in the morning.

Check out this fun picture of them in their Villa!

Photo Credit: Edison Graff

Ferrell & Piven Attend Premiere of “The Goods” at Planet Hollywood

Dayna Roselli — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:38:10 +0000

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino hosted the red carpet premiere of “The Goods, Live Hard, Sell Hard,” on Wednesday. The movie stars Will Ferrell and Jeremy Piven. The two actors attended the premiere along with many other celebrities… including Kid Rock & Holly Madison.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Ashton Kutcher’s New Movie Premieres at Palms

Dayna Roselli — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:26:32 +0000

Ashton Kutcher and Anne Heche star in the new movie SPREAD. Both stars appeared at the Las Vegas premiere at the Palms. Ashton’s wife, actress Demi Moore, was also on hand.

Photo Credit: Erik Kabik/RETNA

CineVegas: Weekend Photos

Dayna Roselli — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 16:13:52 +0000

James & Scott Caan walked the red carpet on Saturday at the Palms’ Brendan Theatres. The father and son co-star in the film “Mercy.”

James Caan & Scott Caan star in "Mercy." Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Photo Credit: Denise Trsucello/Wireimage

Plus, Jon Voight was honored Sunday. He attended a special reception at Rain Nightclub inside the Palms. William Dafoe and Jenova Chen were also honored.

Actor Jon Voight Honored; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

William Dafoe & Dennis Hopper; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

First Day of CineVegas

Dayna Roselli — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:17:55 +0000

“Saint John of Las Vegas” had its World Premiere at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Wendesday. The premiere kicked of the CineVgas 2009 film festival. Sarah Silverman stars in the film, she was there, along with CineVegas support Dennis Hopper.

Danny Greenspun, Dennis Hopper, Sarah Silverman, Trevor Groth; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Holly Madison; Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage

Dennis Hopper & Danny Greenspun joke around! No Cameras! Photo Credit: Denise Trsucello

Jerry Lewis interviewed for Ina Balin documentary

Dayna Roselli — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:03:29 +0000

Jerry Lewis was recently interviewed in Las Vegas for the Ina Balin documentary. Here’s a snapshot!

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/Wireimage