Talk about a crazy night. Last night was one of the craziest Red Carpets I have covered in a long time!
The press area was packed with photographers and video crews, so packed that at many times during the night we were literally stepping on each other. It was estimated that there were around 300 people from the international press there all in an area about the size of a large family room.
I think I was the only “normal” one there… 
However as luck would have it, standing next to me the whole night was Crystal Stewart, Miss USA 2008. She was interviewing the celebrity guests for TMG as they arrived at the 2010 Miss Universe Pageant.
Photo by Scott Harrison
Some of the celebrities that turned out for the red carpet were: Natalie Morales, Bret Michaels, John Legend, Mr. Trump, Farouk Shami, Miss Universe 2009 Stefania Fernandez, Miss Teen USA Kamie Crawford, Evan Lysacek, Jane Seymour, Chazz Palminteri, Sheila E, Tamron Hall, Niki Taylor, Chynna Phillips, William Baldwin, Criss Angel, Ryan Lochte, Cullen Jones, Madison Hill and more.
Congratulations! Miss Mexico becomes Miss Universe tonight in Las Vegas Nevada!
Jimena Navarrete, Miss Universe 2010 Country: Mexico, Age: 22
Last night was a night of glamor and fun as all 83 contestants for Miss Universe competed in the Preliminary Competition held last night at the Mandalay Bay Arena.
The candidates were judged in different competitions that includes: swimsuit, evening gown and intelligence by way of interviews.
First up was the evening gown competition featuring all the beautiful ladies wearing their gowns for their walk on the runway.
Followed by everyone’s favorite part of the pageant, the bikini competition.
Celebrity judges last night were Basim Shami, BJ Coleman, Carlos Bremer, Corinne Nicolas, Louis Burgdorf, Natalie Rotman, and Sadoux Kim.
The 2010 Miss Universe Pageant will be live on NBC on August 23, 2010 at 9:00 pm ET
Don’t miss it!
After all the public appearances and interviews, Miss Universe Pageant contestants have been making they decided to take a break and go down to City Center for an awesome dinner last night at Todd English P.U.B. If you haven’t eaten at the P.U.B. yet, you do not know what you are missing!
Here is a small sample of what has become a common sight this week in Vegas.
New Pair of Shoes can be Redeemed for a Ticket from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. for 6:30 p.m. Performance on August 28; Shoe Donations to Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas
JERSEY BOYS Las Vegas, the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, celebrates its 1000th performance at The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 28. To celebrate the milestone performance, JERSEY BOYS will host the “Walk Like a Man” shoe drive where fans can bring a pair of new children’s shoes to the theater lobby between 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. August 28 in exchange for a complimentary ticket to this special performance. A maximum of two pairs of shoes per person will be allowed and up to 1,000 tickets will be distributed to fans who participate in the shoe drive. The complimentary tickets are only valid for the 6:30 p.m. performance on August 28. All shoes will be donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas.
JERSEY BOYS performs at The Palazzo Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday at 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Saturday at 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and dark on Wednesday.
Las Vegas is getting it’s own franchise in the Lingerie Football League this fall.
Sunday dozens of women turned out to tryout for their place on the new team. Even Former Playmate and Baywatch star Angelica Bridges turned out to try to win a spot on the team.
These girls have heart, lots and lots of heart as Gene Hackman would say. They were made to do pretty much everything a real NFL tryout would, they did not make it easy for them. Ever see a 110 pound girl attempt to rush by a 270 pound man that is there to stop her?
The team is still looking for a name and the LFL is taking suggestions for it. If you think you have a great name for the Las Vegas team you can email it to the LFL. If your team name submission is picked you win season tickets for life! How cool is that?
You can email your team name suggestion to LasVegas@LFLUS.com
Bonus Fact: The 2011 Lingerie Bowl will be played in Las Vegas on Super Bowl Sunday
Attention Models! You have seen it happen in other cites, now it’s coming to Vegas!
Lingerie Football League, LLC (or ‘LFL’) officials announced this morning the first step toward launching an LFL expansion franchise in Las Vegas in Fall 2010. The LFL has already seen expansion into Baltimore and Orlando in 2010 and expect Las Vegas, Houston, Columbus and New Orleans to join in 2011, making for a (14) team league, currently there are (10) major market teams.
League personnel will host an open tryout on Sunday, August 15th 11AM – 2PM at I LOVE INDOOR SOCCER ARENA in Summerlin (Address Below). The LFL Football Combine will test Las Vegas women through various drills measuring their hand/eye coordination, speed, strength, agility and tenacity.
I LOVE INDOOR SOCCER ARENA – 1400 North Rampart Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89128 - (702) 233-3600
I will be there with my cameras so remember…
What Happens in Vegas, does not stay in Vegas when I’m around, I syndicate it for worldwide publication.
Today, August 1st has been declared “Dave’s Day” anyone named Dave/David can receive a FREE entree at Famous Dave’s BBQ!
Middle name Dave? You get half off an entree.
Last name Dave? You’re outta luck.
Offer is good for to-go orders as well. Must present picture ID.
So if your name is Dave, go on down to Famous Dave’s for your free BBQ, and don’t forget to tell them Dave sent you.
Las Vegas locations participating in Dave’s Day:
1951 N. Rainbow Boulevard, 9695 West Flamingo Road, 4390 Blue Diamond Road & 2630 E. Craig Road
4th annual Ante up for Africa – 2010 World Series of Poker at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
The event was hosted by Annie Duke and Don Cheadle. The celebrity-charity poker tournament raises awareness and funds for Africa’s worst conflicts such as the humanitarian crisis in Darfur and Sudan. The tournament has raised nearly $3 million to date to assist those in need.
Some of the stars in attendance were: Don Cheadle, Matt Damon, Brad Garrett, Montel Williams, David Alan Grier, Jerome Bettis & Evander Holyfield.
Smashburger opened its second Las Vegas location today! The new restaurant is located at 9109 W. Sahara. That is on the Southeast corner of Ft. Apache & Sahara.
Yesterday Smashburger invited the press to enjoy a preopening lunch, normally I am one of those people that would complain about a free lunch, however I could not find anything to complain about.
The burger was fantastic, straw onions were perfect, the chocolate shake was delicious! The staff went out of their way to make sure that everything was perfect. It was the perfect lunch. I will be going back soon to try some of the other items on the menu.
If you want to experience the ultimate in burgers, you must try a Smashburger! Just be sure to bring your appetite cause these burgers are BIG!
Named for the cooking method used to create the perfect burger, Smashburgers are a one-third or half-pound ball of 100-percent—fresh, not frozen, Certified Angus Beef smashed on a flat grill to sear in the juicy flavor. To further the “better burger” experience, Smashburgers are served on a toasted artisan bun and topped with a selection of real cheeses, the freshest produce, and top-quality condiments.
End result, Yummy!
Congratulations Boulder City Class of 2010, you made it!
June 2nd, 2010 marks another milestone in the lives of 145 Boulder City kids. The graduation was held outside in the football stadium and will be remembered as one of the high points in their lives. Congratulations Grads!
May 22nd marks a special day for Dan and Shar. These two awesome people joined as one in a small ceremony that included family and close friends.
No matter how large or small your wedding will be, give me a call for a custom quote to handle all your wedding photography needs.
Congratulations Kaplan Graduates!
On May 14th, 2010 another 140 Kaplan College students receive their diplomas at their graduation ceremony held at UNLV in Las Vegas, Nevada
Hopefuls shine at Miss USA presentation as the first night of preliminary judging in the 2010 Miss USA Pageant at Planet Hollywood gets underway.
All 51 contestants walked the runway wearing thier bikini’s then evening gowns. Miss Nevada got a stand ovation on both walks.
Here are a few more to gaze on…
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Erik Estrada hosted Tacos & Tequila’s (T&T) “12 Hours of Cinco de Mayo” it was an action-packed event featuring lively entertainment, “Cock-a-Doodle Duels” and the search for T&T’s “Miss Hot Tamale.”
“Playboy” model and star of FANTASY, Angelica Bridges
Some guys have all the luck...
Miss Hot Tamale contestants
You know you have been at this too long when the people you are supposed to take pictures of, instead want you to pose with them. I think the hat was a nice touch, don’t you?
