Pete Allman's Celebrity Scene News April 19, 2002

 Buffalo Jim Barrier, known for his colorful wrestling show is inviting the public to join him every Friday evening at 11 o'clock on Channel 48. Through the years as Las Vegas developed Jim Barrier has been part of that history. His appearances at various charity events have won him various awards. However, he has also been the victim as the underdog in his battle against the Crazy Horse Gentlemen's Club. As owner of Auto and Marine Electric Jim Barrier feels he has every right to stay at his location which is next to the Crazy Horse. That's not the way the owners of the Crazy Horse see it.

They would like to see the long bearded big Buffalo Jim disappear. That is his business. They simply want to expand their business. Barrier is a hard working business man who wants to see everyone profit fairly. Unfortunately greed overtakes the majority of people, unless they put themselves in check. Can't we all just get along boys?

Kerry Cole, the lead singer of Abbey Road, the band who backs up Tony Orlando at the Golden Nugget does a superlative performance in singing Led Zepplin songs. Cole who has been with Orlando for over 3 years is part of the walk 3 times fitness program where he and Tony Orlando with other members of the band and fans walk 40 minutes a day. Tony has lost 25lbs in 2 months just by walking. We are all invited to join Tony in the walk 3 times fitness program which starts in front of the Golden Nugget at Starbucks at 3pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays until the end of his engagement .

Anyone who can afford to promote fights will jump on the bandwagon. That is exactly what the Stratosphere Casino, Hotel, and Tower is what it's doing on April the 27th. The officials of the Stratosphere will feature 2 time world Featherweight champion Kevin "The Flushing Flash" Kelley in their outdoor event center. Kelley, a south paw seeking his third world title as a JR. Lightweight gained a popular presents in boxing when he won the WBC Featherweight championship from Goya Vargas on what later became the WBC fight of the year. In 1995 he won the WBC Fight of the Year Honor for his fight against Alejandro Gonzalez. Currently Kelley is also a fight commentator as well as a trainer for fighters. The event will have a full under card will include one women's bout. Tickets are $58 for ring side, $36 for premium seats, and $24 for plaza seats.

Arthur Williams (33 - 5, 24 KO's) a resident of Las Vegas will make his comeback when the takes on Calvin Davis (16 - 0, 13 KO's) for the USDA Cruiserweight Championship this Saturday the 23rd in the Theater of Performing Arts at the Aladdin. The fight card is promoted by C.S.I. Sports and Absolute Boxing. For more information call the Aladdin 702.785.5555.

Hany Zaky the proprietor of Lily's Bistro European Cuisine is one of these new arrivals in Las Vegas. Zaky a very successful restaurateur owns 11 restaurants in France. A very charming and sincere person, Zaky greet all of his guests. In next weeks column we will take you on a journey to Greece, Italy, and France threw the creativity of Mr. Zaky. In the meantime should you like to enjoy a romantic lunch or dinner stop by Lily's Bistro located at 935 West Sharah in the Village Shopping Center

Ann Margaret has garnered some wonderful reviews in her staring role with Gary Sandy In Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Margaret said she is in awe of the new Las Vegas. She has many fond memories in her appearances at Creasers Palace. The show opens April 2nd - 6th in the Aladdin Theater of Performing Arts. Tickets are $35, $55, $75. For reservations call the Aladdin 702.785.5555.

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