Shaq Takes Crack at Bon Jovi Track
Be afraid Jon Bon Jovi -- Shaq Daddy is going to take your job ... and there's really nothing you can do about it!
The Big Fella (aka The Diesel aka The Big Aristotle aka Wilt Chamberneezy aka The Big Baryshnikov aka M.D.E [Most Dominant Ever] aka "L.C.L." [Last Center Left] aka The Guy Kobe Bryant Tried to Throw Under the Bus) sasquatched his way into Sin City this weekend, where he led the PURE nightclub crowd in a mega-sized rendition of "Living on a Prayer" from the VIP booth.
John: A Legend in His Own Pants
TMZ spotted John Legend in Las Vegas over the weekend -- and let's just say he is a true ladies man.
Legend had everyone's full attention during a performance at Lake Las Vegas, and was even more excited to throw an after-party at Light Nightclub in the Bellagio afterwards. A source at the club tells TMZ, "John Legend and entourage were whisked to his VIP table in the corner of the club and literally hundreds of screaming women were fighting to squeeze into his section."
One onlooker describes it as a "mob," and his security had to fend off fans all night. Our source added, "I have never seen so many women flock to one man."
The soul singer sipped on Hpnotiq and Grey Goose, and partied hard in the club until 2:00 AM.
Lil' Brit's Lil' Secret: I Led Lil' KISS Army!
TMZ has learned that Terra Jole (aka Mini Britney Spears) has a gigantic showbiz history, and Britney isn't the only big star that the wee powerhouse has impersonated.
Jole was formerly with the band Mini Kiss ... playing a little version of Gene Simmons in a KISS-mocking rock band. The band had quite a cult following, with regular performances at Jeff Beacher's Madhouse at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, which is relaunching on May 26. Mini KISS has also performed opposite a band owned by Beacher, Tiny KISS. Jeff's a leader in big, little entertainment. You just can't get enough little KISSes!
The petite pop doppelganger diva-ette also had a small role in "Austin Powers 3." Now a huge sensation as Mini Britney, Terra is originally from San Antonio and has been performing since she was a little girl.
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Yee-Haw! Rich Parties with Lil' Jon, John Legend
Once the 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards were over last night, you'd think country rocker John Rich would hit up a cowboy bar and knock back a few beers with pals like Tim McGraw or Brooks & Dunn. Or...
... he could order up bottles of Veuve Clicquot champagne, Grey Goose Vodka and Patron Silver Tequila with pals Lil' Jon and John Legend while chillin' in a VIP booth at the Playboy Club at Palms Casino Resort.
He chose B. Holla!
Make it Rain, Floyd!
Boxing champ Floyd Mayweather Jr. -- one week removed from beating Oscar de la Hoya in Las Vegas -- decided to pay back his fans the best way he knows how ... with cold hard cash!
Our friends at SpyOnVegas.com caught "Pretty Boy" at Body English inside the Hard Rock, where the champ threw $1,000 in cash on the crowd.
Now that's showing your fans a little love!
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Joey Does JT
TMZ caught up with "Dancing With the Stars" hopeful Joey Fatone in Las Vegas over the weekend -- as he relived his *NSYNC days by singing karaoke-style to a Justin Timberlake jam! Gotta dance and sing!
Fatone started his evening by having dinner at Stack in the Mirage with wingman Aflonso "Carlton" Ribeiro. When they shifted to JET nightclub, Joey grabbed the mic started and "performing" Timberlake's hit "Sexy Back."
In mid-song, the crowd chanted for Ribeiro to add his famous "Carlton Dance" to the routine -- and he graciously obliged!
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Billy Bob Goes Batty for Ozzy
Rock's ruling family, the Osbournes, were in Sin City this weekend -- making friends with a quite random group of celebs.
In town for VH1 Rock Honors, Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne was spotted talking with Billy Bob Thornton in the show's green room -- while Ozzy's daughter Kelly acted as translator for her seldom comprehensible dad.
Kelly had a little fun on her own later, joining up with Bam Margera and his mom at a House of Blues after-party benefitting the VH1 Save the Music Foundation, along with showman Jeff Beacher ... while mum Sharon was caught posing for photos and joking around with Robin Williams. This family gets around!
Also at the event: a cell-phone-obsessed Cameron Diaz, Nickelback frontman Chad Kroger, wannabe-goth magician Criss Angel ... and the rich and famous Robin Leach.
Palms Pitches Paris Prize
The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas threw their support behind Paris Hilton ... sorta.
As part of a Bistro Buffet promotion, when you buy a meal at the buffet, you get a free entry form ... for a free trip to Paris drawing.
Mmmmmmmmmm Vegas buffet.
Longoria Lands in Jordan
Recently engaged Eva Longoria was spotted by TMZ spies at JET nightclub at The Mirage in Las Vegas this weekend, hugging it out with recently divorced basketball legend, Michael "Air" Jordan.
Sources inside the club tell TMZ that Longoria sat just feet away from Leo Dicaprio and Kevin Connolly, who enjoyed a private raised banquette overlooking the dance floor. Jordan showed up to Eva's booth and where the towering former baller got his hug on with the petite "Desperate Housewife." Don't break her!
She spent most of the night chillin' with her girlfriends, dancing and drinking champagne. Eva also made a stop by Leo's table to chat up the Hollywood hunks.
Jay-Z: Living it Up in Vegas
Jay-Z is not dead, and here's the proof -- pictures of a very alive Jiggaman in Sin City over the weekend!
Rumors were flying on Friday that the rapresario had gone down in a plane crash in North Carolina -- clearly not the case though, as he was seen partying with Diddy, Nelly and Fitty in Vegas Saturday night after the De la Hoya - Mayweather bout ... which Mayweather won in a split decision.
99 problems, but his death ain't one!
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Eva Grinds Jess From Behind
They say Las Vegas is the city where fantasies can come true. It's true!
TMZ obtained video of jugsy Jessica Simpson and striped Eva Longoria bumpin' and grindin' at Pure nightclub at Caesars Palace Saturday night. The gals were there to celebrate the two-year anniversary of the swanky Pussycat Dolls Lounge.
As the ladies got freaky with PCD mastermind Robin Antin, their male tag-alongs (Eva with Mario Lopez, Jessica with hair guru Ken Paves) stayed out of their way as fans and photogs snapped away at the two hotties going at it.
TMZ, easing the pain of another Monday morning. Enjoy!
MIMS Blazes in Vegas
The LAFD, or rather a bunch of hot chicks in LAFD costumes, responded to JET nightclub in the Mirage this weekend, as rap sensation MIMS set the place on fire with a surprise performance of his hit single "This Is Why I'm Hot."
We got it all on tape -- check it out.
Akon Lets the Ladies Smack That
Singer Akon appears to be losing his trousers to the inquisitive hands of fans at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, but it just don't matter to him.
The Gwen Stefani-collaborator and recent "American Idol" guest star played the pool at the Hard Rock over the weekend, and there were plenty of chicks on that jock, as he headlined a concert to welcome back the Rehab pool party. The only thing that needed rehabbing after this show was, as far as our friends at SpyOnVegas.com could tell, were Akon's drawers.
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Jack Osbourne Keeps It PURE
Jack Osbourne partied like a rock star's son for two straight nights at PURE nightclub at Caesars Palace in Vegas.
Arriving around midnight on Saturday, the no longer big O posed for photos with fans and the Pussycat Dolls -- the Vegas burlesque branch, not the "singing" group! Jack then retreated to the club's VIP area with "American Idol" wannabeen Justin Guarini.
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Ray J Picks the Next Kim K
Ray J was in Las Vegas over the weekend -- and TMZ caught up with the singer at JET at the Mirage, celebrating a video release party for his sex tape starring celebufriend Kim Kardashian.
His entourage chilled in the VIP room, sipping Grey Goose and Dom, while JET hosted a Kim K look-alike contest. Sources inside the party tell TMZ that the competition was fierce, but Ray narrowed it down to one lucky lady, who won a chance to star in Ray's next, er, film.
Ray J left the club when the lights came on around 4:30 AM. Sources overheard him saying that he and Whitney Houston are just "good friends, and he is her support system in her times of need." Yes, we've seen Ray's support in his sex tape.
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Hilton Deserves a Break Today
Picture this... you're hotel heiress Nicky Hilton, partying hard in Las Vegas and you absolutely have to get a bite to eat.
Do you have steak, lobster, caviar? Hell to the no! You make a beeline to the Golden Arches for a #1 with a Diet Coke (natch). Lovin' it!
To support you with your Mac Attack, you also bring along your Vegas BFF, comedian Jeff Beacher.
Talk about a Happy Meal!