A Tribute to Elaine Wynn: The Queen of Las Vegas
A Tribute to Elaine Wynn: The Queen of Las Vegas

A Tribute to Elaine Wynn: The Queen of Las Vegas

May 07, 2025 2:00am
34:58
Season 17
Episode 315

In this episode of the Hollywood Godfather Podcast, the hosts pay tribute to the late Elaine Wynn, a notable figure in Las Vegas history, who passed away at the age of 82. The discussion covers her significant contributions to the arts, women's empowerment in the business world, and her role alongside her husband, Steve Wynn, in transforming Las Vegas. The hosts recount personal anecdotes and share insights into the generosity and impact of Elaine and Steve Wynn, including their influence on hospitality, gaming, and philanthropy in Las Vegas. They also touch upon the construction of iconic hotels such as the Golden Nugget, Mirage, and Bellagio, as well as some personal interactions and favors exchanged with the Wynn family. The episode concludes with a tease of a future discussion on notable kidnappings, such as the case involving Frank Sinatra Jr.00:00 Introduction and Tribute to Elaine Wynn02:32 Elaine Wynn's Impact on Las Vegas05:10 Steve Wynn's Contributions and Collaborations08:44 The Mirage and Bellagio: Transforming Las Vegas11:45 Challenges and Generosity in the Casino Industry14:48 Personal Anecdotes and Legacy18:08 Reflecting on a Remarkable Lady's Legacy19:08 Commercial Break and Upcoming Events19:44 Behind the Scenes of Las Vegas Investments20:24 Scandal and Financial Losses23:07 Elaine's Class and Employee Relations26:03 Gianni's Musical Journey and Connections28:03 Trump's Invitation and Gianni's Headlining Act31:57 Upcoming Topics and Listener Engagement33:03 Concluding Remarks and Call to ActionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Duration:34:58
Published:May 07, 2025 2:00am
File Size:32.0 MB
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In this episode of the Hollywood Godfather Podcast, the hosts pay tribute to the late Elaine Wynn, a notable figure in Las Vegas history, who passed away at the age of 82. The discussion covers her significant contributions to the arts, women's empowerment in the business world, and her role alongside her husband, Steve Wynn, in transforming Las Vegas. The hosts recount personal anecdotes and share insights into the generosity and impact of Elaine and Steve Wynn, including their influence on hos...

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