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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Dedicates Memorabilia Case to Carlos Santana
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino dedicated a memorabilia case to Carlos Santana on Tuesday, April 12. The display features items from the first rock ‘n’ roll residency in Las Vegas history - Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through The Hits – in celebration of the show’s successful two-year run at The Joint.
On-hand for the dedication was Carlos Santana and wife Cindy Blackman Santana, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Vice President of Entertainment Paul Davis and AEG Live Vice President of Booking Bobby Reynolds. The newly created Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through The Hits case features items used during the show, including a PRS 25th anniversary Carlos Santana model guitar and a Mesa Boogie Mark I amplifier that graced The Joint’s stage.
In May 2009, Carlos Santana signed on as the first rock ‘n’ roll resident artist in Las Vegas with the launch of Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through The Hits at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The show returns to The Joint for its final shows April 20, 22, 23, 24, 27, 29, 30 and May 1. Tickets start at $51.
Carlos Santana and wife Cindy Blackman Santana
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Carlos Santana and wife Cindy Blackman Santana looking at the case
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Carlos Santana talking about the Mesa Boogie Mark I amplifier
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Carlos Santana describes the items in the case
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Left to right: Bobby Reynolds, Carlos Santana, Paul Davis, Cindy Blackman Santana
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Memorabilia case featuring items from the first rock ‘n’ roll residency in Las Vegas history - Supernatural Santana: A Trip Through The Hits
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Celebrities Join Forces for AFAN’s 21st Annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas
Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) hosted the 21st Annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas at the World Market Center on Sunday, April 17. Serving as Grand Marshals for the tenth consecutive year were comedy magician's Penn & Teller, hosting the Penn & Teller Challenge as their AIDS Walk team, drawing more than 1,350 participants (of the approximately 8,500 total walkers) and so far has raised more than $140,000, not yet including Penn & Teller’s final contribution. As AFAN’s largest fundraiser of the year, proceeds will go towards assisting and educating more than 3,000 men, women and children infected with HIV and AIDS in Southern Nevada.
The annual event also drew attention and support from several Las Vegas Strip headliners and celebrities. During the opening ceremonies, the crowd was entertained by crowd favorites, Jabbawockeez performing a thrilling hip hop routine, and a performance from the cast of Jersey Boys. PEEPSHOW star Josh Strickland formed his own team for the walk that included Holly’s World co-stars Holly Madison, Angel Porrino and Laura Croft. Teams from Blue Man Group, Jubilee! and VEGAS! The Show also marched in support of the cause.
Before kicking off the walk, host and emcee KLAS Ch. 8 news anchor Chris Saldana led the attendees through the pre-walk activities including National Anthem by VEGAS! The Show star Eric Jordan Young, multiple songs by On with the Show, Las Vegas’ one and only glee club, an exhilarating performance by the Tap Dancing Twins from the V Theater, plus music throughout by DJ Axis. Queer As Folk star Hal Sparks, a recognizable face at AIDS walks throughout the country, also got on stage to offer encouragement for the local fight.
Also showing their support for AFAN were several Government officials and community leaders who came out and spoke about the importance of funding and awareness for HIV/AIDS, especially in Southern Nevada. Representative Shelley Berkley, Former Senator Dina Titus, Senator Ruben Kihuen, Assemblyman David R. Parks and Las Vegas City Mayoral candidate Chris Giunchigliani all addressed the crowd and showed their support for HIV/AIDS advocates and especially the work done by AFAN. Senator Harry Reid’s office also sent a representative to present a certificate of appreciation to the AFAN board of directors for all their efforts across the state of Nevada.
This year’s event was the largest to date and is expected to have raised more funds than ever before. Final numbers will be released soon.
Participants
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Crowd of participants
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Hal Sparks
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Dina Titus
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Shelley Berkley
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Jabbawockeez
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Jersey Boys
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Jersey Boys performing
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Josh Strickland and Holly Madison
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Penn and Teller
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On With The Show
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Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas includes:
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), the premier trade association for the nation's radio and television broadcasters held its annual convention from April 9 – 14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. More than just broadcasting, the NAB Show with nearly 90,000 attendees from 151 countries and more than 1,500 exhibitors is the world’s largest digital media industry event attended by leading media, entertainment and communications professionals who share a passion for the next generation of video and audio content across multiple platforms — from television, radios and computers to phones, the big screen and beyond.
National Association of Broadcasters trade show floor
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Windsong Trust, a private foundation for children’s education, recently awarded United Way of Southern Nevada a $500,000 grant to increase student scholarships for early education. Aligning with United Way’s community educational goals, the grant helps young children achieve academic success by increasing access to educational pre-school programs.
Las Vegas entertainer Wes Winters brings his unique ‘One-Man-Lounge-Show’ built around his acclaimed vocals, award winning piano and unique showmanship to the Grandview Lounge at South Point Casino & Resort beginning Thursday April 21. Performances will be weekly, every Thursday and Friday night from 5pm to 8pm. The show is for audiences aged 21 years or older.
Mega-talented drummer, Travis Barker, and Mix Master Mike, of the Beastie Boys, will join forces to rock the crowds at Gallery Nightclub at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday, April 22. The duo has combined their alternative rock skills to promote Barker’s new album, “Give The Drummer Some.”
For the 14th straight year, the region’s finest competitive eaters will converge upon Brooklyn Bridge at New York-New York New York-New York Hotel & Casino for a chance to qualify for the highly anticipated Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest. The winner of the 3 p.m. main event on April 23 will be crowned the “Nevada Hot Dog Eating Champion” and will earn the right to represent Las Vegas in the 96th Annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, N.Y. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Comme Ça at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas recently introduced“View Thursdays,” an intimate party, set on the stunning patio, that begins at 10 p.m. every Thursday. Comme Ça’s patio overlooks the Bellagio fountains and Paris’ Eiffel Tower and offers breathtaking views and is poised to be an iconic location on the Las Vegas Strip.
Comme Ça’s patio
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Comme Ça’s patio
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View from the Comme Ça’s patio
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During View Thursday Las Vegas locals will be treated to drink specials from Comme Ça’s 18A bar program by renowned mixologist Sam Ross, along with specialty Grand Marnier cocktails. Ladies that come in groups of six or more will receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling rosé champagne.
McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino will host a dance competition for a cause Thursday, April 21. “Dance for Debbie: Battle Against Domestic Violence Fundraiser” in honor of Debbie Flores-Narvaez will bring talented dancers together to pop, lock and raise money for the The Shade Tree. Las Vegas’ best dancers will join forces from 10 p.m. until 3 a.m. Contestants will compete in a two-on-two battle of popping, locking and freestyle or a four-on-four dance crew competition. Entry is $10 per person and the winner will be based on crowd participation.
Following a successful weekend at The Orleans Showroom in January, comedienne, writer, actress and author Paula Poundstone brings her hilarious stand up act, along with engaging audience interaction, to the Suncoast Showroom, April 23 and 24, each evening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available starting from $15.95, plus tax and convenience fees.
Clark County Parks and Recreation’s Jazz in the Park concert series celebrates its 22nd year. This year, the FREE series will feature Paul Taylor on April 23, Brenda Russell on May 7, Spyro Gyra on May 14, Jeff Lorber Fusion on May 21 and The Sax Pack on June 4. Seating for those with picnic baskets, blankets and low-back chairs will begin at 7 p.m. with performances beginning at 8 p.m. at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway. Food vendors also will be available on site. Parking is free.
The Cast of PEEPSHOW will join Las Vegas’ hottest dancers from the Las Vegas Strip’s top shows and performance groups, including PEEPSHOW, JERSEY BOYS, The Lion King, Le Reve, Sirens of TI, Vegas the Show and Zumanity, among others for the Second-Annual Broadway Bares: Las Vegas on Sunday, April 24th at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Broadway Bares: Las Vegas is scheduled to begin at midnight. All proceeds from the show will be donated directly to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which is one of the nation’s leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Tickets for Broadway Bares: Las Vegas are available for $20. VIP tickets, which include a $20 tax deduction, are also available for $50. All tickets are general admission and are available for purchase at the CHI Showroom and online through Thursday, April 21 at www.BroadwayBares.com or www.BroadwayCares.com.
As part of the band Foreigner's charity partnership with the Grammy Association, they will host the Basic High School Concert Choir during a performance of the band’s 1984 hit "I Want to Know What Love Is" on Friday, April 29, 2011, during their 8 p.m concert at the Grand Events Center inside Green Valley Ranch. Foreigner has partnered with the Grammy Association to support their mission of restoring instrumental music education in America's public schools, and raising awareness about the importance of music as part of each child’s complete education. As part of the partnership, Foreigner is donating $1,000 to the Basic H.S. Concert Choir to use towards its music program. Tickets for Foreigner's concert are priced at $25, $35, $45 and $55 plus tax and applicable fees. This is an all ages show and those under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.
The National Interior Design Society will launch its 28th chapter April 29, its first in Nevada, hosted by Las Vegas Design Center located at the World Market Center Las Vegas, Building C, Conference Room C-176 495 South Grand Central Parkway . The Interior Design Society is the only professional association in the U.S. that is devoted specifically to the residential interior designer. Today, IDS boasts a membership of more than 3,000 residential interior designers, sales specialists, design-related businesses, interior design students, suppliers and manufacturers.
Jeff Timmons, the founding member of the internationally-acclaimed and Grammy nominated, multi-platinum selling group 98 Degrees, joins the cast of Chippendales at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, as the Special Musical Guest Star and Emcee, for four weekends only, May 12 through June 5, 2011 (Thursday through Sunday nights). Chippendales performs nightly at 8 p.m., with additional shows on Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m. (dark Wednesday nights from October through April). From May 4 through September 28, 2011, the Chippendales can be seen seven nights a week. Tickets are $39.95 and $49.95.
Fresh from their second West Coast tour, Imagine Dragons return home for an EP release party on Friday May, 13, 2011, at Hard Rock Cafe on The Strip at 8 p.m. The show is presented by 107.9 FM, The Alternative and will also feature special guests, including Parade of Lights. Tickets are $13, plus applicable fees, and go on-sale Friday, April 15 at 10 a.m. at the Hard Rock Cafe Box Office; ages 18 and up.
Celebrity sightings:
Tuesday, April 12 actor Jude Law and his family were spotted attending Blue Man Group Las Vegas at The Venetian.
Jude Law and Blue Man
Wednesday night, April 13...
Singer Mario performed some of his hits to a packed house at LAX Nightclub at Luxor.
Rev Run dined at TAO Asian Bistro with his wife Justine, before heading over to LAVO to kick off the club’s first ever Old School Wednesday.
Earlier in the day former contestant and winner of The Bachelor,Vienna Girardi, joined by friends and family, was spotted soaking in the sun at TAO Beach.
Rev Run
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DJ Ruckus and Rev Run
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Thursday night, April 14, The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino celebrated its two year anniversary of becoming Las Vegas’ premier rock ‘n’ roll venue. In honor of its anniversary, The Joint welcomed indie rock group Arcade Fire with special guest Local Natives for a sold out show. Before the Grammy-winning band hit the stage, Arcade Fire members William Butler, Tim Kingsbury and Jeremy Gara joined Paul Davis, vice president of entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, and Bobby Reynolds, vice president of booking at AEG Live, backstage to celebrate with a larger-than-life guitar cake from Freed's Bakery.
Spotted enjoying the sold out show, actor Tim Robbins dancing in a VIP suite. Also at Arcade Fire, the band Mumford & Sons seen dancing and singing along to every song on the second floor balcony.
On April 14, 2011, Bobby Reynolds (vice president of booking at AEG Live Las Vegas), William Butler (Arcade Fire), Tim Kingsbury (Arcade Fire), Jeremy Gara (Arcade Fire) and Paul Davis (vice president of entertainment at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino) celebrate the two year anniversary of The Joint with a guitar cake from Freed’s Bakery of Las Vegas.
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Arcade Fire performs to a sold out crowd at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
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Win Butler
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Friday night, April 15...
Reality starlet and business mogul, Kourtney Kardashian and longtime beau, Scott Disick kicked off her Las Vegas birthday celebration with dinner at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas. The birthday girl turned 32. For a sweet birthday surprise, the fabulous eatery surprised Kardashian with an indulgent Cookie Jar Ice Cream Sundae with sparklers. After dining, the couple perused the attached Sugar Factory retail store for Couture Pops and candies.
Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Orange County” star, Alexis Bellino, was also spotted dining with hubby, Jim Bellino, a few tables down. The couple, who were celebrating their wedding anniversary, also indulged in Sugar Factory’s decadent Strawberry Cheesecake Overload dessert. Before heading off to their anniversary party upstairs at Chateau Nightclub, Alexis and Jim stopped into the retail store grabbing up plenty of sweet treats and signature Couture Pops.
Kourtney Kardashian at Sugar Factory at Paris Las Vegas.
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Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick eating an ice cream sundae at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas.
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“Real Housewives of Orange County” star Alexis Bellino with a Couture Pop at Sugar Factory at Paris Las Vegas.
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“Real Housewives of Orange County” star Alexis Bellino, along with husband Jim Bellino, dine at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas.
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Later in the evening Kourtney Kardashian and boyfriend Scott Disick, continued her birthday celebration and hosted the grand opening of Gallery Nightclub at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The best moment of the night was the presentation of her birthday cake, which was presented with feather-flashing dancers.
Also spotted at the grand opening of Gallery were Las Vegas' own Holly Madison, along with her "Peepshow" co-star Josh Strickland, Las Vegas headliner Barry Manilow, "Real Housewives of Orange County" star Alexis Bellino, "Pretty Little Liars" stars Lucy Hale, Shay Mitchell and Ashley Benson, and recording artist Lance Bass.
Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick with birthday cake inside Gallery.
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Holly Madison on the red carpet at Gallery.
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Alexis Bellino on the red carpet at Gallery.
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Kourtney Kardashian and Barry Manilow at Gallery.
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Lance Bass was spotted at TAO Nightclub. The former boy-bander was seen with a large group celebrating a friend’s 30th birthday.
Tyler Blackburn was seen feasting At LAVO. After dinner the “Pretty Little Liars” star spent some time hanging out on LAVO’s expansive Strip front terrace before heading up to the nightclub.
Nas was spotted with former NBA pro Chris Webber at Marquee inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, The group took over a VIP table in the Boombox room where they were later joined by Damien Marley.
Also spotted in the Boombox room was Chester Taylor of the Chicago Bears and Antonio Cromartie of the New York Jets.
Mario Ellie, former NBA pro and current assistant coach for the Sacramento Kings was also seen checking out Marquee, as was Vernon Davis of the San Francisco 49ers, who stopped into the Boombox room before heading up to the main club level to take in the sounds of DJ Chuckie.
DJ Chuckie
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Real Housewives of Orange County reality star, Alexis Bellino and husband, Jim Bellino celebrated their anniversary at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas.
Also seen at Chateau was actor Kip Pardue, best known for his roles in Remember the Titans, The Rules of Attraction, Driven and Thirteen.
New York Jets athlete Antonio Cromartie and a party of six dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort .
At Moon Nightclub, comedian and actor Mark Little partied at a VIP table with eight friends.
Kim Kardashian celebrated the grand opening of WET REPUBLIC at MGM Grand.
She squashed current rumors that she is moving to New York City and getting married to her boyfriend NBA star Kris Humphries.
Joining Kardashian at her poolside bash was her good friend, recording artist, Lance Bass.
Kim Kardashian
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Gold Medalist swimmer Amanda Beard took a break from training for a fun afternoon with her sisters in the sun at Azure Luxury Pool at The Palazzo. Later in the day she dined at LAVO before heading over to TAO Nightclub to take in the sounds of DJ Five.
Amanda Beard
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Amanda Beard and winners
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Diablo Cody was also spotted at TAO.The Academy Award winner was joined by actress Nadine Velazquez and Ryan Basford of Chelsea Lately for dinner at TAO Asian Bistro before heading up to the nightclub. Earlier in the day the trio soaked in the rays at Marquee Dayclub.
Celebrating their birthday at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas was Carmen Electra. Also celebrating a birthday at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens was Shay Mitchell, accompanied by co-stars Lucy Hale, Ashley Benson and Tyler Blackburn, stars of ABC Family hit television show, Pretty Little Liars.
Carmen Electra inside Chateau Nightclub & Gardens inside Paris Las Vegas.
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Ashley Benson (L), Shay Mitchell (C) and Lucy Hale (R) inside Chateau Nightclub & Gardens inside Paris Las Vegas.
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Carmen Electra celebrates her birthday at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas.
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Shay Michell celebrates her birthday at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens inside Paris Las Vegas.
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Shay Mitchell celebrates her birthday at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens inside Paris Las Vegas, with co-stars Lucy Hale, Ashley Benson (R) and Tyler Blackburn (L).
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At Marquee Nightclub inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas guests were surprised by an impromptu performance from Skylar Grey. The rising music artist sang her hit “Coming Home” as Kaskade started his set for the evening.
Vernon Davis from the San Francisco 49ers and Michael Huff of the Oakland Raiders and Shaun Phillips of the San Diego Chargers were spotted in the club.
Kaskade
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Skylar Grey and Kaskade
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Skylar Grey
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PBR Rock Bar & Grill inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino treated Professional Bull Rider fans to a special concert from country singer and PBR bull riding champion, Justin McBride.
Also in attendance at the PBR after-party was Last Cowboy Standing's newest champion, Luke Snyder.
Justin McBride
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Justin McBride
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Sunday April 17, Computer from 36 Mafia was on hand to celebrate the festivities as REHAB at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino opened for an unprecedented eighth season. The opening started off with a bang as the “Hard Rock Ball Drop” dropped thousands of balls from a helicopter over the pool party for the chance for guests to win more than $100,000 in cash and prizes. In attendance were more than 4,000 REHAB party-goers.
Mixed Martial Arts fighters Frank Trigg and Frank Mir had lunch at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas. with their families and children. Trigg and Mir also browsed Sugar Factory's retail store.
Frank Mir and Frank Trigg with Couture Pops at Sugar Factory at Paris Las Vegas.
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Monday evening, April 18, 1996 Playboy Playmate of the Year, Shauna Sand, was seen at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas enjoying lunch with her daughters, Isabella and Victoria. After their lunch, Sand and her daughters indulged in Sugar Factory’s Cookie Jar, Strawberry and Vanilla milkshakes. She also made sure to pick up some items from Sugar Factory’s retail store.
Shauna Sand
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