LEBRON JAMES HOSTS CHAMPIONSHIP BASH

 Lebron James

Saturday night, Lebron James hosted his official Championship Celebration at TAO. The NBA champ was sporting his always unique style wearing a pair of dressy Billionaire Boys Club sweat pants with suspenders and his trademark spectacles. He fueled up for the night on house favorites in the restaurant, joined by a group of friends including other USA Basketball teammates who are also in town training for the Olympics . The group made their way into the nightclub and took over a VIP section on the dance floor. Camera phones filled the air as soon as the reigning MVP hit the packed club. He commanded the room as he stood on top of the booth taking in the club scene. DJ Steph Floss, who Lebron flew from Cleveland just to spin for the celebration, kept the party going with hip hop club anthems as he shouted out the basketball star throughout the night. Silence suddenly hit the club as the sound of pounding drums echoed from the stage. A parade of lights made their way to Lebron's table led by a king with a crown and basketball hoop. As TAO's bottle fairy flew above the crowd, Lebron was surprised with a cake, replicating his new championship trophy and Miami Heat jersey. "Big shout out to TAO. That was one hell of a presentation," stated DJ Steph Floss over the mic before he dropped the beat and confetti rained on the crowd. The group partied the night away as the entire club helped to celebrate Lebron's first NBA championship.

Also spotted at TAO were NBA pros Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Deron Williams of the New Jersey Nets, Andre Iguodala of the Philadelphia 76ers, Dejuan Blair of the San Antonio Spurs and football players Stanford Routt of the Kansas City Chiefs and Ray Rice of the Baltimore Ravens.

Eve Hewson, daughter of singer Bono, celebrated her 21st birthday at TAO Asian Bistro with her father and a large group of friends. The group dined on Satay Sea Bass, Lobster Wontons, Buddha Chicken and Red Curry Scallops.

Wilmer Valderrama also started his night off at TAO as he dined with UFC Ring Girl Arianny Celeste before heading to a VIP table in Marquee's Boombox Room where he was joined by singer Omarion, Pussycat Doll Lauren Bennett and friends. Wilmer enjoyed the sounds of DJ Eric D-Lux as he requested songs and even hopped on the mic.

Photo Courtesy Of: Al Powers | Powers Imagery

CHRIS BOTTI PLAYS LAS VEGAS SMITH CENTER

Chris Botti

Chris Botti performed at Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center For The Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

MEGAN HILTY TRAVELS TO LAS VEGAS PALAZZO

Megan Hilty In Las Vegas

Megan Hilty And Boyfriend Brian

Megan Hilty, star of NBC's hit series "Smash," escaped to The Palazzo Las Vegas today for a weekend of relaxation with beau, Brian, by her side. The Broadway sensation checked in on The Palazzo's 23rd floor private Prestige concierge level before heading to her luxurious two-bedroom Lago Suite. The two grabbed lunch at FIRST Food & Bar before heading down to the resort's posh day club, Azure, where they were joined by friends. The two enjoyed poolside cuisine by Wolfgang Puck including fish tacos, tuna tataki and a caprese salad before taking a dip in the Azure waters and lounging in their cabana.

Photos Courtesy Of:Chris Poore, Cashman Productions/Palazzo
 

HOW KELLY BENSIMON CAN MAKE YOU HOT

Kelly Bensimon Relaxes At Tao

Kelly Bensimon At Tao

Kelly Bensimon hosted Camp TAO Beach on Saturday presented by Hpnotiq. The model and author took over the grand cabana and signed copies of her new book I Can Make You Hot for fans. She toasted with Hpnotiq cocktails before getting into the booth with DJ Lema.

Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

ALEXIS BELLINO PARTIES AT LAS VEGAS WYNN

Jim Bellino And Alexis Bellino

 Alexis Bellino Celebrates 4th Of July

Alexis Bellino was spotted at the Encore Beach Club at Encore at the famed Wynn Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada. Alexis Bellino, from The Real Housewives of Orange County, shows her pre-Independence Day patriotism wearing a red, white and blue bikini.

Photos By:  RD / Kabik / Retna Digital 

DANCING WITH THE STARS VEGAS BIRTHDAYS

 Katherine Jenkins With Maria Menounos

Friday night a crew from Dancing With the Stars gathered at LAVO to celebrate the birthdays of the show's competitors Maria Menounos, who turned 34 earlier this month and Katherine Jenkins who celebrated her 32nd last night. The ladies were joined by the show's professionals including Derek Hough, Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Cheryl Burke, and Peta Murgatroyd, along with a group of friends for dinner at the Italian eatery. They feasted on favorites from the kitchen, including the Kobe Meatball and ended dinner with a toast and sweets for the birthday girls. After dinner, Cheryl and Maksim ended their night at Marquee Nightclub.

Also at LAVO was Kelly Bensimon. The model, former star of The Real Housewives of New York and author hosts at TAO Beach on Saturday in honor of her new book, I Can Make You Hot. She dined with friends before heading up to the nightclub for LAVO's La Freak Fridays.

Photo Courtesy of: Al Powers 

PAULA ABDUL'S LAS VEGAS BIRTHDAY BASH

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 Paula Abdul

It was a milestone occasion in Las Vegas this Thursday as pop music icon and former American Idol sweetheart Paula Abdul celebrated her 50th birthday at The Palazzo Las Vegas. The singer and television personality, along with a couple dozen of her closest friends, commemorated the occasion by soaking up some sun at Azure, The Palazzo Las Vegas' luxury pool. Paula and her beau Johnny Caprio, who also joined in on the fun by celebrating his own birthday at Azure that day, chatted with guests about what it was like to turn 50. "It's a huge birthday for me! I'm excited about it. It's a monumental birthday for sure!" Paula explained to a couple of extra-important guests: her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Abdul partied with their daughter to help ring in her five decades of life and enjoy a few things that The Palazzo Las Vegas had to offer. Ever the hostess, Paula cut her own cake and served her guest pieces of a carefully crafted red velvet masterpiece.

Thursday night pop music icon and TV judge Paula Abdul celebrated her 50th birthday and also the birthday of boyfriend John Caprio with family and friends at TAO in Las Vegas. Paula arrived with her beau and her parents, "Extra" anchor Terri Seymour and 30 guests to the Asian bistro where they took over an area on the hotspot's 2nd floor overlooking the signature Buddha. The group dined on sushi platters and a mix of signature dishes.

Following dinner Paula and crew made their way to the nightclub's VIP skyboxes in the main room. The club surprised Paula with a huge birthday presentation, as a blaze of flashlights started at one corner of the room and made its way to the stars area with a three tiered cake carried by the clubs waitresses- simultaneously DJ D Miles let club goers know that Paula Abdul was in the house for her birthday as her music videos flashed on the LED screen and D Miles dropped her classic "Straight up". The club immediately started cheering and soon everyone was singing along to the classic jam. Paula immediately stood up and waved to the crowd and was thrilled at the spectacle, embracing her boyfriend as the cake arrived at the table inscribed with "happy birthday Paula and John".

Also spotted at TAO's Worship Thursday was Steven Gerrard, captain of Liverpool's Premier League club and the England National football team. The soccer star, who was treating his girlfriend to a birthday celebration, was very welcoming to fans who came up to him and graciously posed for photos.

Photo Courtesy By:  Al Powers

KAT GRAHAM AT LAS VEGAS PURE NIGHTCLUB

 Kat Graham

Kat Graham performed at PURE Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada the other night. The star was all smiles for our Vegas photographers!

Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

DUKES OF SEPTEMBER AT VEGAS HARD ROCK

THE DUKES OF SEPTEMBER

THE DUKES OF SEPTEMBER performed at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

FISHBONE PERFORMS AT VEGAS HARD ROCK

 FISHBONE

FISHBONE performed at The Joint at the famed Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

 Photo By: RD/Kabik/Retna

NICOLE SCHERZINGER CELEBRATES AT TAO

Nicole Scherzinger

 

DJ Vice

Fresh from last night's events at LAVO, Nicole Scherzinger continued her birthday celebration on Saturday at TAO Beach. The recording artist and current "X Factor UK" judge rocked an animal print Vix bikini and cover up with gold Giuseppe Zanotti heels. Nicole and friends overlooked the entire pool scene as they took over TAO Beach's Grand Cabana. A parade of blow up animals crept through the packed party as they made their way to the birthday girl. Two shirtless studs led the train with a special surprise from hair care line Herbal Essence-a custom four-tier red velvet cake adorned with tropical accents and decked with cherry blossoms. Nicole, an Herbal Essence Ambassador, was completely surprised and giddy with excitement as she jumped and danced in the moment. Herbal Essence also presented her with a birthday present

An Alexander McQueen baby pink leather clutch with quilted detail and gold accents. Nicole adored her new accessory and continued to party at her cabana, even jumping on the mic to say a few words. "Thank you for coming out to celebrate my birthday with me," Nicole stated. "This is my dedication to you." Just as she finished her sentence Jay-Z & Kanye West's "N***** in Paris" dropped and the crowd went wild. Throughout the day, Nicole was spotted playing with dangling mustache glasses, taking photos with fans and later jumping on the mic once again to surprise the crowd with a performance of "Don't Cha" and a medley of her other hits. All eyes were on Nicole as she let loose and grooved to the sounds of DJ Lema, who dropped the world premier of Nicole's newest record "One More Shot."

The party rolled from day to night as Nicole arrived at Tao Asian Bistro in a gold and glittery Haute Hippie dress, Norman Silverman bangles and ring, a Loree Rodkin ring, and gold Giuseppe Zanotti heels. She dined on house favorites before making her way to an elevated VIP table that looked over the club scene with friends including actor Quinton Aaron, known from his role in "The Blind Side." Soon enough, Nicole jumped in the DJ booth with resident DJ Vice as he led the entire nightclub in a special rendition of "Happy Birthday." She was yet again surprised with a cake and got on the mic to express her appreciation. She said, "What's up Vegas? Thank you so much for coming to celebrate my birthday. Let's give it up for my boy DJ Vice. C'mon baby!" Nicole felt the love that night as she danced the night away, receiving multiple shout outs and a special bottle presentation.

Chris Paul Nicole Scherzinger

Chris Paul of the LA Clippers also joined in the events as he started his day off at TAO Beach. The NBA all star, friends and teammates took in the scene not too far from Nicole as their table also overlooked the rest of the pool scene. Once settled into the cabana, Chris got ahold of a huge water gun, running around spraying the crowd and playfully soaking Nicole and her friends at their cabana nearby, which inspired Nicole to also play along as she put the "mood director's" water backpack on and sprayed over the crowd. Later than night Chris and the group arrived at TAO, dining in the restaurant then moving to a dance floor VIP table in the club. Chris hopped in the booth with LA Clippers rookies Travis Leslie and Trey Thompkins to show DJ Vice some love. Chris and his group danced to the music and continued partying late into the night.

Francia Raisa, an actress on "The Secret Life of the American Teenager", took over one of TAO's VIP tables in the nightclub and was joined by a group of friends. She was also spotted earlier in the day soaking up some rays at TAO Beach.

Former American Idol contestants Taylor Hicks and Elliot Yamin were also at TAO Saturday night. Enjoying a VIP table in the Opium Room.

Justin Bartha, best known for his role in "The Hangover," was spotted at TAO Asian Bistro. His group dined on signature items sent from the chef. The group then headed over to check out Marquee.

At LAVO, actress Eva Amurri Martino was seen with a group of friends at a VIP table partying to the sounds of DJ Reflex.

Photos Courtesy Of:: Al Powers | Powers Imagery

PRIMUS PERFORMS ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP

PRIMUS

PRIMUS performed at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada yesterday.

Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

KENDRA WILKINSON-BASKETT'S BIRTHDAY BASH

Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett

Kendra Wilkinson-Baskett celebrateed her birthday at PURE Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada last night.

Photo By: RD / Kabik / Retna Digital

GENE SIMMONS & HELLO KITTY TOILET PAPER

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Gene Simmons With Kiss Hello Kitty

Mike Tyson With Gene Simmons

Mike Tyson along with Shannon Tweed and Gene Simmons strike a pose with KISS Hello Kitty Toilet Paper at KISS by Monster Mini Golf in Las Vegas, Nevada recently.

Photos By:  RD / Kabik / Retna Digital.

LUCY WOODWARD HITS THE LAS VEGAS STRIP

Lucy Woodward

Lucy Woodward In Concert

Lucy Woodward performed at Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Photos By: RD/Kabik/Retna

POOL PARTY FOR AUBREY O'DAY AT REHAB

Aubrey O'Day

Aubrey O'Day hosted at the REHAB pool party at Hard Rock Hotel And Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada over the weekend.

Photo By: RD / GDP Photos / Retna Digital

KIMORA LEE SIMMONS LAS VEGAS FABULOSITY

 Kimora Lee Simmons

“Fabulosity” has taken over The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas with the help of Kimora Lee Simmons as she kicked off the opening of Carnevale. The whimsical event took place at The Venetian on the Doge's Palace Plaza where guests previewed all facets of the summer-long Italian-inspired celebration, from Carnevale-inspired food and beverage offerings, a cast of Carnevale "lighted" characters that mingled with visitors, an iconic performance from speed painter Salvador Live!, and the melodic sounds of world-pop violin trio Alizma.

Kimora, the special hostess of the evening, arrived on a float as she unveiled herself from behind a custom jeweled and feathered mask head piece that matched her Farah Khan hand beaded gold short mini dress and Giuseppe Zanotti heels. She was joined by President of The Palazzo and The Venetian, Mr. John Caparella, and welcomed the crowd to the start of the summer festivities. They both led the crowd in a countdown to the grand finale, an inaugural showing of the "Light of Venice" 3D light spectacular, during which the façade of the Clock Tower illuminated into a visually stunning light performance that seemingly brought the building to life.

Kimora mentioned that this summer she was going to come back with her kids and husband to enjoy the festivities as they have many things that the children will love.

The supermom, designer and fashion figure let guests in on her secret about being successful in the work place, a great mother as well as looking fabulous. She said, “family always comes first and you don’t have to be a superhero to do it all. It’s about prioritizing and knowing what is most important which is being happy.” People also noticed her great figure and how she was able to get a great summer body. She said she is creating a “fabulosity diet” for everyone to try including cardio, protein, some gym time and carbs.

Kimora finished the night by cutting the Carnevale cake joined by a few of the characters. She joked around by saying “it is a wedding from Alice in Wonderland” as she cut the cake and fed it to one of the Carnevale characters. After enjoying all the festivities outside she headed inside for a ride on the famous Venetian gondolas with friends then to a late dinner at CUT by Wolfgang Puck.

Celebrate the magic and fantasy of Carnevale this summer, featuring three months of classic Italian festivities, including new experiences, entertainment, art, music and wine runs to Sept. 9. For more information on Carnevale, please visit venetian.com.

Photo Courtesy Of: IS Photography/imagesofvegas

NICKY ROMERO PLAYS TO THE STARS AT TAO

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 Nicky Romero

Paris Hilton was spotted at the Marquee VIP stage at the Electric Daisy Carnival. Also Apl.de.Ap, Mario Lopez and A-Trak all dined at LAVO before heading up to the nightclub where the Black Eyed Pea and the Extra TV host took in the sounds of A-Trak's DJ set from a table on the dance floor.

At TAO Fedde Le Grande manned the DJ booth while over at Marquee Sander Van Doorn and Armin Van Buuren entertained the packed club.

Earlier in the day Nicky Romero wowed partygoers under the sun at TAO Beach while Matt Zo and Above and Beyond played for the crowd at Marquee Dayclub.

Photo Courtesy Of:: Brenton Ho/Powers Imagery

ERIK KABIK IS LAS VEGAS PREMIERE PHOTOG

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 Erik Kabik

As part of EDC Week in Las Vegas, rock and roll photographer and entertainment documentarian Erik Kabik will display photography from the 2011 Electric Daisy Carnival at LAVO Nightclub inside The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino. Complemented by the beats from Dash Berlin, Chuckie, Hardwell, A-Trak and more, the images from the festival will infuse the nightclub’s scene with energy and vivacity. Guests will enjoy the life-size images of Kabik’s impressive collection from the 2011 music experience in celebration of electronic dance music’s takeover in Las Vegas.

WHEN: Wednesday, June 6, 2012 – Sunday, June 10, 2012

Doors open at 11 p.m.

WHERE: LAVO Nightclub

The Palazzo Resort-Hotel-Casino

3325 Las Vegas Boulevard South

Las Vegas, NV 89109

ABOUT ERIK KABIK

 A lifelong passion for music and photography has taken Kabik around the world in search of the concert photo. Since 1990 Kabik has photographed musicians as diverse as The Rolling Stones, TOOL, Jerry Garcia, Jay-Z and Lady Gaga. He recently worked on a 2 year project with Carlos Santana documenting the first ever rock and roll residency show in Las Vegas and worked with Insomniac events on the first ever Electric Daisy Carnival in Las Vegas in 2011. His expanding coverage into the EDM world has landed him and his lens in DJ booths with Tiësto, Deadmau5, Avicii and David Guetta and his collaborative work with Tiësto was recently featured as the cover story for the premiere issue of ELEKTRO Magazine. His concert photography has also appeared in leading publications such as Rolling Stone, People & Spin and can be seen on permanent display throughout Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. A curated showing of his rock & roll imagery is currently touring John Varvatos clothing stores throughout the United States, currently in Malibu, CA. Kabik is the Las Vegas Director and Staff Photographer at Retna, one the world’s largest independent photo agencies. For more on Kabik and to view more of his collection, visit www.erikkabik.com. Kabik can be heard on the Lyons Den Radio Show on 91.5FM in Vegas every week where he delivers The Erik Kabik Entertainment Report.

REAL HOUSEWIFE GRETCHEN ROSSI HOSTS TAO

 Gretchen Rossi

Saturday at TAO Beach Gretchen Christine Rossi of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" hosted Bling Beach, giving the girl with the most blinged out swimsuit a $5,000 prize. The reality star posed for a few photos on the red carpet, rocking a custom Marco Marco swimsuit, Steve Madden heels, Beach Bunny wrap and Royal Asscher ring. Gretchen's beau Slade Smiley and friends overlooked the entire pool party as they took over TAO Beach's Grand Cabana. Fans immediately recognized the star and were eager to snap photos. Gretchen took the time to let a few come into the cabana to take a photo with her. Soon enough the line began to wrap around the pool as she graciously posed with each adorer. Gretchen and Slade were affectionate and playful all day. The twosome danced to the music and jumped into the DJ booth to learn a thing or two from DJ Lema. She even cooled Slade down and hand-fed him grapes. The Bling Beach competition started and Gretchen was happy to judge, helping the crowd decide what blinged out beauty would walk away with the $5,000 prize.

Before hitting the Simon G Summer Carnevale, Personality Stacey Keibler was spotted at LAVO. She was joined by a friend and enjoyed the atmosphere in the lounge. The two fueled up for the night on Espresso Martinis and the one pound Kobe Meatball.

"Dancing With the Stars" pro Cheryl Burke also dined at LAVO Restaurant with a small group of friends, fresh from the Simon G Summer Carnevale. The dancing pro enjoyed specialties including the Kobe Meatball and Caprese Salad.

E! News Personality Giuliana Rancic, who also attended the Simon G event, were spotted at TAO Restaurant with friends enjoying the famed Chilean Sea Bass and King Salmon special.

As was Audrina Patridge, former star of "The Hills", at TAO Restaurant after the event with a friend. The two dined on Spicy Tuna Tartare on Crispy Rice, Chilean Sea Bass and Pad Thai noodles before heading up to a VIP table in the nightclub.

Photo Courtesy: Al Powers | Powers Imagery