Robin Leach

Story Archive

Criss Angel to dice with death on Mindfreak: Wednesday, May 13, 2009; The Luxor headliner illusionist will produce five of the greatest stunts imaginable in magic for his fifth season of the A&E series, including one filmed here in Las Vegas.
CineVegas director Trevor Groth reveals a few secrets: Tuesday, May 12, 2009; Before he jetted off to Cannes to talk up our film festival, I asked him to give Vegas Deluxe an advance look at this year’s 11th annual event.
The Lion King roars into Mandalay Bay: Tuesday, May 12, 2009; The Circle of Life will be complete at Friday’s star-studded premiere of the musical, with Siegfried & Roy leading a contingent of Las Vegas celebrities.
Peepshow goes truly topless; the pasties are off, and the cast is thrilled!: Tuesday, May 12, 2009; However, stars Mel B and Kelly Monaco are still slightly covered, as are the men in Jerry Mitchell's sexy and hot Planet Hollywood adult cabaret.
Siegfried & Roy celebrate their tiger cubs’ first birthdays: Tuesday, May 12, 2009; One year already! That was the natural reaction to Siegfried & Roy’s invitation to celebrate their new tiger cubs’ first birthdays this morning at The Mirage.
Holly Madison to lead bikini parade; it's Jamie Foxx vs. Jay-Z in July: Monday, May 11, 2009; The Girls Next Door and Playboy beauty has just been recruited by Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman to launch a “Summer in Paradise” promotion.
Celine Dion sets June 2010 date for Colosseum return: Monday, May 11, 2009; "It won’t be anything like the nightly schedule she had when she was resident there for five years previously,” a confidante told me.
Criss Angel denies reports he’s Michael Jackson’s concert magic act: Monday, May 11, 2009; British press headlines screamed that the singer’s plans for stunning special effects for his London concerts starting in July had hit a roadblock.
Holly Madison cools off at tops-optional Flamingo and Rio pools: Sunday, May 10, 2009; On a hot day in Las Vegas as temperatures hit the upper 90s, The Girls Next Door star knows the best way to stay -- and look -- cool.
Vegas Uncork’d Day 3: Chefs compete; closing night dinner and party: Sunday, May 10, 2009; For Oprah Winfrey’s favorite seafood chef, Rick Moonen, it was a doubly delightful day: He won the chefs' challenge and hosted a party for David Foster and his music friends.
Jason Mraz is all yours in solo concert at the Palms: Sunday, May 10, 2009; This was the singer-songwriter in full song at 1:30 a.m. today: Jason was the solo star of a special midnight concert at The Pearl Concert Theater in the Palms.
Harry Hamlin and Lisa Rinna mark 12th anniversary at Blush: Sunday, May 10, 2009; The hot Hollywood showbiz couple were in town this weekend to celebrate their 12th wedding anniversary with a party at Blush in the Wynn.
Star chefs serve up Grand Tasting and hit blackjack tournament: Saturday, May 9, 2009; “We have more of the world’s best chefs around this pool than any city in the world at this moment,” said Larry Ruvo, head honcho of Southern Wine & Spirits.
Lance Burton to resume shows June 2 after surgery for broken bone: Friday, May 8, 2009; The accident occurred 10 to 12 minutes into his show last night at the Monte Carlo, but he finished the performance, not knowing that it was a fracture in his right foot requiring surgery.
Superstar chefs’ night of Masters’ Dinners kicks off Vegas Uncork’d: Friday, May 8, 2009; It was the ultimate turnout of culinary royalty for the first-night kick-off of the 3rd Annual Vegas Uncork’d food and wine festival sponsored by Bon Appetit.
Whoopi Goldberg schedules dates at Danny Gans Theater: Thursday, May 7, 2009; Just moments ago, Wynn and Encore executives confirmed our Vegas DeLuxe exclusive that Whoopi Goldberg will be playing the Danny Gans Theater this month.
Villain invades the Palms on eve of Star Trek release: Thursday, May 7, 2009; Clifton Collins Jr., who portrays new Romulan character Gen. Ayel, will make an appearance at the Brenden Theatres tonight.
An interview with Playmate of the Year Ida Ljungqvist: Tuesday, May 5, 2009; Playboy's first African-born PMOY grew up in East Africa and Southeast Asia, holds her charity work dear to her heart and hopes to pursue fashion design.
Larry King to debut showbiz act in Danny Gans theater: Monday, May 4, 2009; The Encore show, scheduled for June 19 and 20, will have a storyteller format and includes his wife of nearly 12 years, Shawn Southwick King.
Las Vegas' all-star weekend: Monday, May 4, 2009; John Mayer dances at Love, Sarah Brightman loves Terry Fator, Jay-Z hosts two parties, and Hef reveals the Playboy Playmate of the Year.
Pacquiao vs. Hatton: The fight, the celebrities and the celebrations: Sunday, May 3, 2009; The two-round Battle of the Decade at MGM Grand last night is now one for the record books. Here's the weekend bout through photos.
New Playmate of the Year is first-ever African-born: Sunday, May 3, 2009; Playboy king Hugh Hefner named Ida Ljungqvist Playboy’s 50th Playmate of the Year last night at the Palms. Ida hails from Tanzania.
Robin Thicke and Jennifer Hudson at the Palms: Saturday, May 2, 2009; A sold-out crowd packed The Pearl Concert Theater for the reigning prince and princess of R&B last night in their co-headlining concert.
Mariah & Nick’s five-tier 1st anniversary cake: Friday, May 1, 2009; The superstar singer and actor and hip-hop star celebrated their one-year anniversary last night at Simon and Moon, and they were still celebrating early today!
Danny Gans, headliner at the Encore, dies at age 52: Friday, May 1, 2009; It has been confirmed that entertainer Danny Gans died early this morning here in Las Vegas. The staff at the Wynn and Encore resort hotels is in shock.
Hugh Hefner says he wants Holly Madison back: Thursday, April 30, 2009; Hours before the Playboy king jets into town for the first ever unveiling here of the Playmate of the Year, Hef admits he’s still in love with his ex.
Pac-Man goes up against The Hitman: Thursday, April 30, 2009; Our contributing photographer Tom Donoghue covered the final press conference yesterday in advance of Saturday’s big multimillion-dollar bout at MGM Grand.
A music extravaganza keeps Sin City rocking: Wednesday, April 29, 2009; Over the past few days, Las Vegas experienced an invasion of music superstars from the past and present, and our contributing photogs captured all the action.
A Peepshow pictorial of provocative poses and shameless shenanigans: Tuesday, April 28, 2009; Haven't seen Peepshow, the most talked about show on the Strip right now? Check out these sexy shots, and consider it a tease, if you please.
HHX opens with birthday celebration for Spencer Haywood: Tuesday, April 28, 2009; It was a double celebration when the Basketball Hall of Fame officially opened its Hoop Hall Experience at Planet Hollywood. NBA All-Star Spencer Haywood celebrated the Big 6-0.
Carmen Electra’s birthday is a smashing time at Wet Republic: Tuesday, April 28, 2009; With fiance and Korn rocker Rob Patterson on her arm, Carmen looked the picture of innocence in a sexy blue summer dress and gold aviator sunglasses.
Britney Spears’ Circus Tour sex spectacular: Sunday, April 26, 2009; The pop superstar's Sin City-sational concert last night at MGM Grand oozed of nonstop sex, seduction and eroticism -- and fans including Paris Hilton loved it!
Britney's Circus and Kenny's Carnival: Friday, April 24, 2009; Trouble and turmoil seem to envelop Britney Spears whenever she's in Las Vegas, and this weekend’s visit with her Circus Tour stop is no exception!
Carmen Electra's birthday and pool party: Friday, April 24, 2009; Less than a week after her 37th birthday, the sexy starlet keeps her party going when she kicks off the new “Daylife Sundays” at Wet Republic.
Sir Elton John says ‘I will be back’: Thursday, April 23, 2009; It ended as it began -- at full throttle! The Rocket Man’s last concert at The Colosseum last night had even famous fans giving him standing ovations.
A fond farewell to Sir Elton John, but is his return on the horizon?: Wednesday, April 22, 2009; Shortly before 9 tonight, the superstar entertainer will sing “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road” for the last time as his Colosseum residence ends.
George Maloof and Guy Fieri receive awards from UNLV: Wednesday, April 22, 2009; Congratulations to former UNLV students George Maloof and Guy Fieri for being presented with Awards of Excellence during the 35th Annual UNLVino fundraiser.
Liberace Museum celebrates 30th anniversary: Wednesday, April 22, 2009; Since April 1979, when Liberace opened his museum, more than 4 million visitors have been dazzled by his extraordinary collection of glittering and glamorous costumes, cars and pianos.
Carey Hart discusses reunion with Pink and his new tattoo parlor: Tuesday, April 21, 2009; For the first time, our Las Vegas motorcross champion Carey Hart has revealed that he and his estranged wife, 29-year-old pop princess Pink, have reunited.
Strip Scribbles: Brody Jenner keeps his latest Strip visit alcohol-free: Tuesday, April 21, 2009; On past party romps, reality star Brody Jenner has worried family and friends with his excessive champagne indulgences. This past weekend, however, Brody stuck to Fiji water.
Miss USA 2009 Kristen Dalton focused on crown: Monday, April 20, 2009; The 22-year-old motivational speaker and entertainer from North Carolina was remarkably poised and confident when I interviewed her less than 10 minutes after winning.
Paul McCartney draws star-studded audience and evokes memories: Monday, April 20, 2009; Andre Agassi, Donny Osmond and I share our stories about Sir Paul during the prolific Beatles and music legend's concert at the Hard Rock Hotel's new Joint.
Live Blog: And the new Miss USA 2009 is ...: Sunday, April 19, 2009; Miss Nevada USA Georgina Vaughan didn't make the Top 15, and first runner-up Miss California's answer to a same-sex marriage question draws a mixed response.
Exclusive Interview: Miss Universe Organization President Paula Shugart: Friday, April 17, 2009; Paula admitted to me that the last 15 minutes of the Miss USA Pageant make her nauseous because she has no control over what will happen in the interviews and results.
Las Vegas hosts a galaxy of stars this weekend: Friday, April 17, 2009; Superstars and supershows include The Killers, Paul McCartney, the Miss USA 2009 Pageant, Snoop Dogg, Mel B and Kelly Monaco's Peepshow, Mandy Moore, Fergie and Joel and Benji Madden.
Ricky Hatton trains for May 2 fight against Manny Pacquiao: Friday, April 17, 2009; Retired champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. is providing training expertise to British fighter Ricky “The Hitman” Hatton for Ricky’s upcoming bout at MGM Grand.
Wish list of resident acts for The Joint includes David Bowie and Rolling Stones: Thursday, April 16, 2009; If John Meglen had his way, he’d sign the two to join Carlos Santana as resident headliners at The Joint, which opens tomorrow with The Killers.
Michael Jackson's concerts to include ‘special effects, explosions and magic’: Thursday, April 16, 2009; I chatted with AEG Live/Concerts West President John Meglen about concert-run plans with King of Pop Michael Jackson at their 02 Arena in London starting July 8.
Local filming wraps up for E! special on Criss Angel: Wednesday, April 15, 2009; True Hollywood Story cameras ended filming here for their Criss Angel and Believe special. Luxor President Felix Rappaport and I were among the interviewees.
Luxor commemorates 97th anniversary of Titanic sinking: Wednesday, April 15, 2009; On this dark day back in 1912, it took just 2 hours and 40 minutes for the Titanic to sink. The ship had been built and billed as “unsinkable” -- until the unthinkable happened and it hit an iceberg.