Robin Leach

Story Archive

Zowie Bowie to leave Palms for Vintage Vegas big band Strip show: Monday, June 8, 2009; Vegas DeLuxe has confirmed that the twosome Zowie Bowie (Chris Phillips and Marley Taylor) will be moving to the Strip this fall after a four-month run at the Palms.
Legendary comedian Marty Allen is still going strong at 87: Friday, June 5, 2009; The longtime Las Vegas entertainer has no intention of retiring and keeps a full 12-month-a-year work schedule with his wife, Karon Kate Blackwell.
Gary Selesner attends The Hangover premiere in Hollywood: Friday, June 5, 2009; When the stars of the new comedy walked the red carpet for the world premiere at Grauman’s Chinese Theater, they saw some familiar and friendly Las Vegas faces.
Holly Madison kicks up her ruby red slippers at exhibit: Thursday, June 4, 2009; The reality TV star joined Planet Hollywood President Tom McCarthy when he walked the red carpet to celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Wizard of Oz.
It’s Kobe vs. Dwight in Game 1 of NBA Finals: Thursday, June 4, 2009; Everything is set for the first game of the 2009 championships in Los Angeles tonight and the sensational showdown between the two superstar players.
Marie Osmond shares her secret to multitasking and stress: laugh: Thursday, June 4, 2009; The 45-year showbiz veteran is co-headlining a hit show at the Flamingo, working on her new daytime talk show and raising young kids, and she's handling it all very well, thank you.
Gilles Marini, Kelly Monaco, Ice-T and MMA stars celebrate in style: Wednesday, June 3, 2009; The Strip House, Prive and Hawaiian Tropic Zone were the hotspots for the sexy and talented celebrities who dined, drank and danced in Planet Hollywood until 3 a.m.
Bachelorette Barbie hits town at the Palms: Wednesday, June 3, 2009; She’s one of the world’s most well-known women, but I can reveal that she’s single and that her long romance that never led to marriage is over.
Lacey Schwimmer on new boyfriend, Donny Osmond, Lance Bass and Steve-O: Tuesday, June 2, 2009; On her two seasons of Dancing With the Stars, the 20-year-old pro dancer partnered with the 'N Syncer and the Jackass stuntman. Who's next?
All-star cooks wrap up Las Vegas filming of Top Chef: Tuesday, June 2, 2009; The kitchen kings and queens of the hit Bravo reality TV competition celebrated with an official wrap party at Blush in the Wynn.
There’s no place like Planet Hollywood for Oz and Holly Madison: Tuesday, June 2, 2009; Long, long ago, before the Playboy beauty was born, The Wizard of Oz debuted. Come to think of it, and it might be difficult to believe, but that’s even before my time!
Spring Bling: Stars, gossip, music, fashion and photos: Monday, June 1, 2009; Celebs and jewelry sparkled for the concert and fashion show fundraiser poolside at the Palazzo, and there was a full-scale Hollywood invasion to help the Lili Claire Foundation.
Christina Aguilera helps launch bling and confirms Burlesque: Monday, June 1, 2009; The pop superstar is escorted to Tao by husband Jordan Bratman and discusses her first film role and her friend and jewelry designer Stephen Webster's sparkling creations.
Mel B hosts US Weekly's Hot Bodies party at Tao Beach: Monday, June 1, 2009; The Peepshow star chose a sexy black bikini and stilettos for the daytime fun at The Venetian's outdoor oasis with husband Stephen Belafonte and cast members from the Planet Hollywood revue.
Heather Graham helps Vegas magazine celebrate its 6th anniversary: Monday, June 1, 2009; The Hangover and Boogie Nights actress's boyfriend, film director Yaniv Raz, accompanied her to the celebration at Pure on Saturday night.
Holly Madison’s weekend includes Peepshow, Pure -- and a wardrobe malfunction: Sunday, May 31, 2009; The new local loves Twitter, and this weekend, her first full one since moving here, she was busier than ever tweeting all her jam-packed activities.
Richard Lewis heads to town for Venetian shows: Sunday, May 31, 2009; Always dressed in his signature black, the comic’s comic was named by Comedy Central as one of the Top 50 stand-up comedians of all time.
WSOP players are ready to shuffle and deal: Friday, May 29, 2009; It’s about one month before the Main Event of the World Series of Poker, but pro and celebrity players are already hands on with shuffled cards and dealt hands.
Bette Midler nears 100-show milestone at The Colosseum: Friday, May 29, 2009; The superstar singer will celebrate her 100th performance of The Showgirl Must Go On at the Caesars Palace Colosseum on June 7, and Serendipity is celebrating the occasion.
Celebrities pack Jet and the Bank for nonstop partying and fun: Friday, May 29, 2009; It's been a busy assignment keeping track of the celebrities at both nightclubs because there have been so many of them the past few days, with DJ Tiesto spinning at both and at Bare.
Santana begins Hard Rock Hotel residency: Thursday, May 28, 2009; The Rogue Joint show opened with a surprise guest group of percussionists from The Lion King, who made their way through the crowd drumming and onto the stage.
Sylvester Stallone sets The Expendables premiere in Las Vegas: Thursday, May 28, 2009; The actioner also starring Jet Li and Jason Statham is already being buzzed about as one of the biggest and best action thriller movies in recent years.
Pierre Gagnaire is first culinary king at Mandarin Oriental: Thursday, May 28, 2009; “Vegas now has the top four chefs from France and maybe the world. This is an incredible coup!” one food expert told me.
Best Impressionist winner Terry Fator is at work on a TV special: Wednesday, May 27, 2009; Vegas DeLuxe has learned that discussions have centered on a one-hour special from The Mirage theater to “test the waters with the concept” and to “gauge ratings response."
How about drinks after work at the Crazy Girls Cafe?: Wednesday, May 27, 2009; There are no ifs, ands or butts about this story: The Crazy Girls are on the move across America and coming to a neighborhood near you!
Holly Madison reunites with Kendra Wilkinson at MGM: Tuesday, May 26, 2009; In another 30 days, The Girls Next Door star Kendra will marry her Philadelphia Eagles fiance Hank Baskett at former boyfriend Hugh Hefner’s Playboy Mansion.
Testosterone takes over the town: Tuesday, May 26, 2009; Nelly, Joel and Benji Madden, the Chippendales dancers and numerous pro athletes were among the men's men hitting the party scene over Memorial Day weekend.
Stars galore invade the Strip for Memorial Day weekend: Friday, May 22, 2009; It’s a full head-on invasion of Hollywood celebrities this four-day Memorial Day holiday weekend, and no matter where you turn, there will be VIPs to entertain and amuse.
Criss Angel meets Criss Angel -- and ‘it’s the ultimate mindfreak!': Friday, May 22, 2009; You couldn’t tell the difference with the bling! The hairstyles were identical. The pose and the bulging biceps were a match! Even the tattoo was a perfect re-creation of his own.
Vince Neil enjoys honeymoon-style break and starts a business pre-Russia: Friday, May 22, 2009; The Motley Crue rocker decided on a “staycation” as his brief break from touring and treated wife Lia to a mini-vacation at Steve Wynn’s Encore.
The Joint at the Hard Rock is now The Rogue Joint: Thursday, May 21, 2009; It’s part of a branding and co-marketing deal with Relativity Media, who owns Rogue Pictures (The Unborn and Last House on the Left).
In the front row at the Styx and .38 Special concert: Thursday, May 21, 2009; It was a double-header of rock excitement at our Thomas & Mack Center with two blasts from the past. "Mr. Roboto," anyone?
Manilow discusses fan club concert and Hilton plans: Wednesday, May 20, 2009; Hilton headliner and recording superstar Barry Manilow says he faces two dilemmas, and he may not solve the more pressing one until he walks onstage this weekend.
Summer's here at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens: Wednesday, May 20, 2009; Our contributing photographer Tom Donoghue was one of the first media members to get access to the amazing new summertime display in the Bellagio.
The Hangover stars donate $10,000 to Opportunity Village: Tuesday, May 19, 2009; When the comedy's cast shot their scenes in and near Caesars Palace, they promised to return for the press promotion and also wanted to do something special for our beloved charity.
Barry Manilow and Mark Cuban among Clio Award recipients: Tuesday, May 19, 2009; It took 33 years, but the Hilton headliner finally picked up his 1976 gold statues when Madison Avenue’s top ad executives came to Las Vegas for their annual ceremony.
Carmen Electra is confirmed for Crazy Horse Paris at MGM: Monday, May 18, 2009; Less than 48 hours after Vegas DeLuxe first reported the rumors, I can now confirm that the official announcement will be today.
Tiger Jam 12 boasts celebrities and Phil Ivey's $200,000 in auction bids: Monday, May 18, 2009; Among the attendees: P.Diddy, No Doubt, Alonzo Mourning, Ben Roethlisberger, Dwyane Wade, Marcus Allen, Natalie Gulbis and the legendary Fred Couples.
Holly Madison reveals plans for Las Vegas move and Peepshow role: Monday, May 18, 2009; The blonde Playboy beauty is on cloud nine now that she’s signed the contracts to take over for Kelly Monaco in the Planet Hollywood show on June 22.
P.Diddy loves Las Vegas -- and might extend stay: Monday, May 18, 2009; The hip-hop mogul, actor, singer and producer has been in town for the past two weeks filming Get Him to the Greek with Jonah Hill and Russell Brand.
No Doubt reunites after five years and kicks off summer tour at Tiger Jam 12: Sunday, May 17, 2009; Gwen Stefani was in fine form, taking control of an all-white stage with white runway ramps leading up to the white drums. Even Gwen and the boys wore white.
Praise is unanimous at The Lion King premiere: Saturday, May 16, 2009; "Genius, pure genius," music legend Quincy Jones told me. "A home run," said Mandalay Bay President Bill Hornbuckle. "Wonderful, simply wonderful," enthused Siegfried & Roy.
Holly Madison signs Peepshow contract at ‘Planet Holly’: Friday, May 15, 2009; The I’s have been dotted and the T’s have been crossed: The Girl Next Door blonde beauty replaces Kelly Monaco next month.
Is Holly Madison next up in Peepshow? Plus, Holly in bikinis: Thursday, May 14, 2009; The buzz is increasing, even though no announcement has been made about a contract with the now truly topless burlesque cabaret at Planet Hollywood.
Kissy Simmons (Nala) reveals her dreams, and she hopes for The Lion King’s success: Thursday, May 14, 2009; From Vegas DeLuxe, you know the amazing story of how she took her family’s $600 in life savings and flew from her small town in Florida to New York to try out for a Disney show on Broadway.
For Bobby Flay, it doesn’t get much better than ‘a great burger’: Thursday, May 14, 2009; The star chef with nine cookbooks and six restaurants knows well the subtleties of different caviars from the Caspian Sea and the textures and tastes of a turbot from Tasmania.
Musical is Bill Hornbuckle’s 12-year dream come true: Thursday, May 14, 2009; The Mandalay Bay president says of The Lion King: "It’s just a piece of magic. It’s just at the right time for us, the right time for the community, the right time for the economy."
New car owner Alton White, who portrays Mufasa, is loving Las Vegas: Wednesday, May 13, 2009; The actor says of The Lion King, "It helps knowing that you are part of a whole that has this great human message at the root of it."
Smokey Robinson brings new headliners to the Imperial Palace: Wednesday, May 13, 2009; The Motown legend has just announced that he will present Australia’s vocal group Human Nature in The Ultimate Celebration of Motown on the Strip.
Jon Voight leads all-star parade for 11th Annual CineVegas: Wednesday, May 13, 2009; Part 2 of our exclusive one-on-one interview with CineVegas Film Festival director Trevor Groth continues today.