Melissa Arseniuk

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Rihanna, Reba McEntire and Gary Sinise spotted during Labor Day Weekend in Las Vegas: Also: Fabolous, Nick Cannon, T-Pain, Vanilla Ice, Naughty By Nature in the city; Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009; Labor Day Weekend made for a busy, extended weekend of celebrity sightings in Las Vegas.
Celeb forecast: Four days of fun with LMFAO, Vanilla Ice and more: Friday, Sept. 4, 2009; Whether spinning, singing or simply smiling for cameras, the Strip will be packed with stars for Labor Day Weekend.
Vanilla Ice, Gary Sinise among stars heading to Las Vegas: Santana, Cheap Trick, Reba McEntire also lighting up the Strip; Friday, Sept. 4, 2009; It has been a busy week in terms of star sightings in Las Vegas, as the latest installment of MAGIC brought everyone from Will.i.am and Justin Timberlake to The Veronicas and Kenny Chesney to town.
Mix Master Mike cranks up the heavy artillery: Keyed-up turntablist would love key to city - or even to Wayne Newton's estate; Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009; “I’m really skillful with my hands,” Mix Master Mike boasts. “I’m the hardcore b-boy, hip-hop extraordinaire … When people come to see me they know I’m not just standing there.”
Investigation into DJ AM's death continues: Rain resident was 11 years sober from addiction to crack cocaine; Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009; As investigators continue to piece together the details surrounding DJ AM’s death last week, mounting evidence suggests drugs were a factor in death of the famed DJ.
Investigators continue to probe DJ AM's death: Popular spinner was 11 years sober from addiction to crack cocaine; Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009; As investigators continue to piece together the details surrounding DJ AM’s death last week, mounting evidence suggests drugs were a factor in death of the famed DJ.
Celeb recap: Paris Hilton, Hometown Hotties and SuperDraft dream girls: A steady stream of celebs hit the Strip this weekend; Monday, Aug. 31, 2009; The Strip was packed with stars this weekend, including Paris the heiress, Stacy Keibler, Jason Priestley and Annalynne McCord.
Jon like a gosling out of water at Wet Republic bash: Jon Gosselin of 'Jon and Kate' reality star all wet at Las Vegas pool party; Monday, Aug. 31, 2009; Jon Gosselin was at Wet Republic on Saturday but the “Jon and Kate Plus 8” patriarch failed to make much of a splash. The aspiring fashion designer was an odd fit as host for the usually stylish adults-only pool.
Paris Hilton, top models and comedians light up Las Vegas: Drew Carey, Joan Rivers among celebrities performing over weekend; Monday, Aug. 31, 2009; What looked like a relatively-quiet pre-Labor Day Weekend turned out to be anything but subdued.
Jon Gosselin not quite king of Wet Republic: Monday, Aug. 31, 2009; File under not exactly a shocker: Jon Gosselin was at Wet Republic on Saturday but the Jon and Kate Plus 8 patriarch failed to make much of a splash.
Rain remembers DJ AM: Nightclub goes silent to honor fallen resident; Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009; Rain nightclub went quiet last night as it said goodbye to one of its own. “Today is a sad day in the nightlife community, and an especially somber time for Djs across the world,” Goldstein’s friend and opening DJ act, DJ R.O.B., said last night.
Rain nightclub at the Palms goes silent to honor DJ AM: Death of 36-year-old popular spinner shocks nightclub and DJ community; Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009; Rain nightclub went quiet last night as it said goodbye to one of its own, DJ AM, Adam Goldstein. “Today is a sad day in the nightlife community, and an especially somber time for DJs across the world,” Goldstein’s friend and opening DJ act, DJ R.O.B., said last night.
Carmen Electra books second stint at Crazy Horse: Former Pussycat Doll will return to the Vegas stage in October; Friday, Aug. 28, 2009; Electra’s second Crazy Horse run will see her showcased in three vignettes, “Leçon D’Érotisme,” “Étoile de Paris,” and an unnamed solo number that will be “choreographed around Electra’s fluid dance style.”
Celeb forecast: 90210 stars from then and now: Jason Priestley, Annalynne McCord and a slew of other stars are hitting the Strip; Friday, Aug. 28, 2009; Jason Priestley, Annalynne McCord and a slew of other stars are hitting the Strip.
Fantasy football, Jackson tribute draws models, musicians to Las Vegas: Drew Carey performing, Jon Gosselin hosting and Jason Priestley turning 40 this weekend; Friday, Aug. 28, 2009; It may not be Labor Day Weekend but this one is still going to be a big one.
Carmen Electra returning to 'Crazy Horse Paris': Former Playboy model to give 20 performances, starting Oct. 7 at MGM Grand; Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009; Crazy Horse has ordered up a second serving of Carmen Electra.
Stacy Keibler to host Las Vegas Fantasy Football fest: Actress-wrestler-dancer in town for SuperDraft Weekend; Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009; Stacy Keibler came to Las Vegas today to kick off an eye-pleasing lineup for Fantasy Football Superdraft Weekend.
Kathy Kinney and the emancipation of Mimi: Actress reunites with Drew Carey and improv ensemble at the Mirage; Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009; Ladies and gentlemen, Mimi Bobeck has left the building. Well, almost.
Michael Jackson's children in Las Vegas over weekend: Three siblings seen playing at the pool at the Palms; Monday, Aug. 24, 2009; As the controversy surrounding their father’s death continues to flash across TV screens nationwide, Michael Jackson’s children were spotted Las Vegas this weekend.
Green Day still not following the rules: '90s band bridges the generational gap; Monday, Aug. 24, 2009; Green Day may be 22 years old but that doesn’t mean the band has grown up.
Eddie Murphy, Ludacris, Green Day light up Las Vegas: Weekend also brought in Marilyn Manson and Boyz II Men; Monday, Aug. 24, 2009; Music fans were well-served this weekend as an array of musicians was added to the usual lineup of actors, actresses and reality-show personalities playing in Las Vegas.
Wedding planning gives actress Mena Suvari the jitters: Sunday, Aug. 23, 2009; It may have rained on Mena Suvari’s Vegas party but that didn’t stop the actress’ parade. Saturday’s scattered showers meant she spent most of her time at the Palazzo pool in one of Azure’s cabanas but the 30-year-old actress knows there is more to Las Vegas than the hotel pool.
Black Eyed Peas give surprise performance at Rain: Will.i.am and bandmates take to the stage at Palms night spot; Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009; Friday was a good, good night at Rain nightclub. The Palms hotspot made a last-minute announcement Friday and said Will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas would perform at the club that night.
Lady luck paved Miss September's road to Playboy centerfold: Surgical gift enhanced model's career; Friday, Aug. 21, 2009; Playboy’s newest centerfold, Kimberly Phillips, says there’s nothing fake about her. “Just my boobs,” she giggles.
Lauren Conrad, Mena Suvari, Marilyn Manson heading to Las Vegas: Hollywood beauties and music industry beasts expected over the weekend; Friday, Aug. 21, 2009; Music fans will be well-served this weekend as the usual lineup of actors, actresses and reality-show personalities take a back seat to bands.
Kings of Leon fans paint The Joint plaid: Leon loyalists turn out in droves for drinks and checkered cheer; Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009; Kings of Leon’s fans love to dress in plaid and they love to drink. Oh, and they love Kings of Leon, too.
Youngest Kardashian sister doesn't rule out possible future pregnancy: Khloe says she, Kim Kardashian open to the idea of children in the future, but not soon; Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009; There’s already one Kardashian baby on the way and there may soon be another.
Kourtney Kardashian talks about her pregnancy-induced cravings: TV reality star satisfies food wishes with cold fruit and smoothies; Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009; Kourtney Kardashian has hot cravings for something cold.
Kourtney and Khloe talk motherhood: Inaugural season of new TV show took 'unexpected turn' says mom-to-be Kourtney; Monday, Aug. 17, 2009; Two Kardashians came to Las Vegas to promote new TV series yesterday, but ended up talking about babies more than anything else.
Bruce Willis, Demi Moore and Kardashians among stars seen in Las Vegas over weekend: Wayne Brady, Pauly Shore, Holly Madison also out on the town; Monday, Aug. 17, 2009; The stars and celebrities were out in force this weekend in Las Vegas, including several Hollywood film and TV actors, a few reality show personalities and an assortment of sports figures.
Rumer Willis turns 21 in Las Vegas: Famous offspring of Bruce Willis, Demi Moore flips calendar at Tao in Venetian; Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009; She has a funny name, her parents are divorced and she grew up under the Hollywood microscope, but Rumer Willis seems ridiculously well-adjusted and humble.
Playboy pirate party reveals booty of guilty pleasures: Writer navigates high seas at the Palms to discover a ‘Pirate’s Guilty Pleasure’; Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009; Part “Pirates of the Caribbean,” part AVN Award-winner “Stagnetti's Revenge,” the Playboy Midsummer Night’s Dream party washed over the Palms last night.
A new Criss Angel emerges in Las Vegas: Angel much more accessible to fans and media in recent weeks; Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009; Did Criss Angel mindfreak turn himself into a whole new person? The once-guarded magician had been far less guarded lately. He has, rather suddenly, become far more available to fans and far more receptive to media, too.
Kardashian clan to add another - Kourtney's pregnant: Reality show star expecting first child with Scott Disick; Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009; Kourtney and Khloe Kardashian might have taken Miami, but the eldest Kardashian forgot to take something else, and is now pregnant.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs makes surprise trip to Las Vegas: Friday, Aug. 14, 2009; No big stars have been confirmed for Saturday night’s Midsummer Night Dream party at the Palms, but don’t throw in the A-list talent towel just yet.
Pirate-themed party and Playboy bunnies to light up Las Vegas: Kardashian clan, daughter of Bruce Willis, Demi Moore in town; Friday, Aug. 14, 2009; The weekend is here once again and so are the stars.
Jeremy Piven brings "The Goods" to Vegas: "Entourage" actor joins comedic cast to premiere movie at Planet Hollywood; Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009; Jeremy Piven not only brings the goods, he lets them all hang out in his new movie.
Will Ferrell knows his Manolos: Actor talks foorwear, walks red carpet at "The Goods" premiere; Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009; Forget Steve Madden: Will Ferrell is a Manolo man. The actor-comedian joked about his shoe fetish Thursday night at the premiere for his new movie at Planet Hollywood.
After eight with Kate, Jon Gosselin heads to Las Vegas: Co-star of 'Jon and Kate Plus Eight' to host at Wet Republic; Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009; Jon may have left Kate and custody of their eight may soon be up for debate, but Jon Gosselin is coming to Las Vegas to celebrate.
'America's Got Talent' headed to Las Vegas: NBC show coming in October to Planet Hollywood; Thursday, Aug. 13, 2009; “America’s Got Talent” is heading to Las Vegas.
No illusion -- Criss Angel kickoff calls for two-drink minimum: Mindfeak star to mingle at fifth-season fete at Luxor's Liquidity Lounge; Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009; Criss Angel will celebrate tonight’s season five premiere of “Mindfreak” with not one, but two drinks.
Gwen Stefani still a powerhouse: Stefani shows strength, stability as hard rock force of nature; Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2009; There’s more to No Doubt than singer Gwen Stefani but it sure is hard to imagine the band without her.
Gretchen Wilson clearly celebrates her redneck roots: Country vocalist's performance plays on passion and patriotism; Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009; Gretchen Wilson is quite the redneck woman. The scrappy country singer showcased her back-country roots on Saturday night at the Star of the Desert Arena.
Usher, Gwen Stefani, Diana Krall light up Las Vegas: Jenny McCarthy and NBA star Rashard Lewis also seen at local hotspots; Monday, Aug. 10, 2009; The stars were quick out of the gate this weekend and wasted no time hitting Las Vegas in full force.
In face of league punishment, Rashard Lewis hits Studio 54: NBA star keeps date with MGM Grand to celebrate 30th birthday; Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009; When Rashard Lewis celebrates his 30th birthday at MGM Grand tonight, don’t expect him to do any shots unless he sees exactly where they came from.
For Usher, there’s no place like Palms: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009; Usher says the Palms is his “second home,” and last night the R&B singer had a few hundred guests over to his second living room for a little cocktail party.
Celebs rein in on making it rain: Fake Bennies and fortune cookies splash crowds instead of legal tender; Friday, Aug. 7, 2009; You can blame the recession or just blame Brody Jenner, but making it rain sure isn’t what it used to be.
Usher, Busta Rhymes, Jenny McCarthy and Ali Landry all heading to Vegas: Superstar couple Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale and embattled NBA star Rashard Lewis also expected; Friday, Aug. 7, 2009; The stars will be quick out of the gate tonight and will put on a strong showing on Saturday but it looks like the weekend’s celebrity sightings will come to a rather quiet close on Sunday.
Ashton Kutcher, Anne Heche at Vegas premiere of 'Spread': Kutcher says his character has many adult-themed escapades; Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009; Ashton Kutcher has been having a lot of sex and he likes to talk about it.
Ashton Kutcher and nerds Digg Las Vegas: Tech-savvy citizens of Diggnation setting up at Palms; Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009; Las Vegas has officially gone to the nerds -- and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. While our fair city isn’t exactly known as a gathering place for great minds (great bodies? Yes. Great brains? Not so much), Vegas has recently seen a peak in its smart people population.