Cee Lo Green, singer of one of this blog’s favorite songs of all time, “F**k You” (but without the asterisks), took part in a news conference at Caesars Palace today (Apr. 27, 2012) where something was announced. Probably.

Charisma, Cee Lo's got.

We think it had something to do with the Billboard Music Awards, but honestly, we were distracted by the “Jubilee!” showgirls from Bally’s Las Vegas.

See? Not our fault.

We kind of remember a mention of the fact Cee Lo Green will perform at the upcoming Billboard Music Awards. The star-studded ceremony will take place in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 20, for broadcast on ABC.

Green kind of stole the show when he appeared in 2011.

During the whole news conference, we couldn’t seem to get “F**k You” out of our head. Which certainly doesn’t help, remembering-wise.

We do have a vague memory of Green working the crowd a little.

We’re fairly sure Green mentioned something about his upcoming residency at Planet Hollywood. He must have said something about that.

News conferences can be draining. They can also lead to serious HR violations.

We don’t recall him saying he’s on “The Voice,” but he is. He might have mentioned his gig at 1OAK (“One of a Kind”) nightclub at the Mirage (Apr. 27), but we don’t think so.

Again, we blame the showgirls.

Would you rather we have taken notes or this photograph? Exactly.

The former mayor of Las Vegas, Oscar Goodman, also kind of distracted us at the news conference, mainly because he was drinking a martini at 10:00 a.m. It’s kind of his thing.

We love the guy. We can't help it.

Anyway, that’ll have to suffice for now.

Find out more about the Billboard Music Awards on the official site, and mark your calendar for Cee Lo Green’s stint at Planet Hollywood starting Aug. 29, 2012.

“Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding,” the interactive dinner theater show, is making a move from the V Theater at The Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood to Bally’s Las Vegas.

The show, which has been in Las Vegas since 2001, will open at Bally’s on June 1, 2012.

The wedding cake tradition comes from Roman times. Breaking a loaf of bread over a bride's head was believed to help with fertility. Seriously.

The last performance of “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” at the V Theater is May 26.

The always-unpredictable “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” will take up residence in the space formerly occupied by the Bally’s buffet, on the hotel’s second floor. (There’s still a buffet elsewhere at Bally’s, of course, the Sterling Brunch in the Bally’s Steakhouse.)

“Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” is unique in that unlike traditional theatrical productions, it doesn’t take place on a stage. The show provides a wacky spin on Italian weddings, from the ceremony to the reception, and performers mingle with audience members throughout the evening. Cast members have a lot of leeway to improvise, which means audiences never get the same show twice.

Only remotely related: We love this cake topper you can get next door at Paris Las Vegas.

The show includes a full Italian dinner, which makes the former Bally’s buffet space especially convenient, as there’s a kitchen adjoining the room. The performance space will now be called the “Tony and Tina Room” in honor of the show. The new “Tony and Tina Room” has a great view of the Strip, by the way.

“Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding,” which we’re fairly sure should have an apostrophe in front of the “n,” too, has played in more than 40 American cities during its run.

Some facts we found interesting: Since opening in its original Las Vegas home at Rio Las Vegas (Feb. 14, 2001), “Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding” has served up 2.9 million glasses of champagne and 450,000 pounds of spaghetti. No, we did not do the math. We prefer to just parrot what publicists say. It frees up a lot of our time.

Thanks for giving us an excuse to share our awesome photo of Bally's Las Vegas again, Tony and/or Tina.

Brides and grooms may also want to note that couples who get married at any Caesars Entertainment hotel in Vegas get free admission to the show.

Now, that’s amore. Although we can’t be sure we used that word correctly. We are a Las Vegas blog, not an ethnologist.

We look forward to seeing this show again when it opens at Bally’s! We love us some Vegas newness. Oh, and wedding cake, of course.

Say what you will about Las Vegas buskers, those enterprising individuals (often in costume) who pose for photos for tips on the Strip and downtown, but at times their services are worth every penny.

We bumped into Skylor and Ruby outside Paris Las Vegas, and for a mere $2 tip, we got to take a photo of showgirls!

How many times have you seen showgirls posing for photos on the street in your hometown? We'll wait.

This is not an easy gig! Those shoes are not built for extended periods of standing and posing, believe us.

Of course, an even more challenging gig is that of real showgirls like the ones in Jubilee! at Bally’s Las Vegas. Performing in a classic Vegas show takes months of auditions, rehearsals and a superhuman ability to stay poised while: 1) wearing a 30-pound costume, 2) walking down a flight of stairs (without looking down), 3) being topless.

Read more about what it is to be an authentic Vegas showgirl.

We tend to appreciate showgirls in all their various shapes, sizes and degrees of toplessness. We’re a Las Veagas blog. It’s our job.

Singer Taylor Hicks, winner of the fifth season of “American Idol,” will perform an eight-week engagement at Bally’s Las Vegas starting June 26, 2012.

Hicks announced his series of shows on “American Idol” when he commented to show host Ryan Seacrest, “I’ve got a great announcement. I’m going to be doing Vegas this summer. I’m really excited about it.”

Taylor Hicks shows Ryan Seacrest how he'll react when he sees himself on the digital sign outside Bally's Las Vegas. Probably.

Seacrest noted, “Taylor Hicks and Vegas, it’s meant to be.”

There’s a story behind Seacrest’s observation: Las Vegas is where Hicks’ “American Idol” journey began. The Birmingham, Alabama native was in New Orleans the night before Hurricane Katrina. When his flight was cancelled, he was given a free airplane voucher which Hicks used to travel to Las Vegas (hey, who wouldn’t?), where, by chance, “American Idol” auditions were being held. The rest is “American Idol” history.

Those will be neon lights soon.

Taylor Hicks trivia: Back in 2006, People Magazine named Hicks “Hottest Bachelor of the Year.” Learn more about the popular singer on his official site.

Since his stint on “American Idol,” Hicks has performed with Willie Nelson, Snoop Dog, Gladys Knight and others, as well as being featured in “Grease” on Broadway and in the show’s national tour. Read more.

Hicks’ will share his unique take on southern soul, R & B and blues in the Indigo Lounge at Bally’s Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $29.99 and $59.99 (for $59.99, guests will get to schmooze with Hicks after his show). Tickets go on sale May 15.

Welcome to Vegas, dude. Hey, they call people “dude” in Alabama sometimes.

Recognize this Las Vegas spot?

Freaky, bro! No, really, this blog's bro sometimes reads this blog.

Did you at least try to guess? We’ll wait.

It’s the moving walkway from Las Vegas Boulevard to the entrance of Bally’s Las Vegas. (Or in this case, the part of the walkway heading toward Las Vegas Boulevard.)

We set our camera for a five or six second exposure, and tried to hold as still as possible as we moved along, creating a tunnel effect. Note: The wobbly parts were caused by the movement of the walkway, not alcohol consumption. We are a professional Las Vegas blog, after all.

Trivia: A moving walkway is also referred to as a “travelator,” “horizontal escalator,” “walkalator,” “autowalk,” “movator” or “people mover.” Or, in the case of Bally’s, a “slot player bringer-inner.” (We may have made that last one up.)

Have a great photo you’ve taken of a Las Vegas landmark? We’d love to see it. Just post a link in the comments section.

One of this blog’s favorite Las Vegas-based reality shows is “Pawn Stars,” the spectacularly popular History Channel hit that features downtown’s Gold & Silver Pawn Shop.

If you’ve visited the shop, you’ve no doubt seen evidence that being famous is very good for business.

Business Success 101: Get your own TV show.

A brand new Las Vegas tour, the Pawn Stars Insider Tour from OnBoard Sightseeing Tours, lets visitors skip the line and see what really goes on behind the scenes at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop.

The tour also includes three other shops often seen on “Pawn Stars”: The Toy Shack, Rick’s Restorations and Count’s Kustoms.

We took this photo at the Toy Shack. We knew it would come in handy someday.

If you doubt the popularity of “Pawn Stars” and its stars, please note that this blog’s video of the affable Austin “Chumlee” Russel has been viewed more than 31,000 times on YouTube. Why, here it is now!

The “Pawn Stars Insider Tour” tour leaves at 2:15 p.m. each day from the north entrance of Bally’s Las Vegas (just outside the Bally’s box office, though it’s not affiliated with Bally’s).

Tickets are $69.99 for adults and $59.99 for children under 12. Get more information on the official tour site.

What’s in a name? Well, when the name’s Bally’s Las Vegas, a lot of history, for one thing.

Yes, we waited three hours for everyone to get out of our photo. This blog has issues.

The iconic Bally’s hotel sits on the land first occupied by the Three Coins Motel, which opened in 1963.

In 1967, the Bonanza Hotel and Casino opened in its place. Later, it became the New Bonanza Hotel and Casino.

After that, the hotel was the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. That’s right, predecessor of the big green hotel that currently resides down the street a bit.

Bally’s became Bally’s in 1985. It’s home to Jubilee!, the Tequila Bar & Grill, giant wedding proposals, Sea: The Thai Experience restaurant, The Price is Right Live and more.

Now you know.

It might not feel like the seasons have changed in your part of the world quite yet, but spring has definitely sprunged in Las Vegas.

It's possible this flower is of the xanthorhizus variety, because anything is possible, even though it's highly unlikely.

After suffering through months of frigid weather (winter temperatures occasionally dipped below 65 degrees), Sin City is ready to embrace the season of renewal (Vegas spa treatment, anyone?) and rebirth.

It's possible these flowers are not native to Las Vegas, desertwise.

Warm weather means pool season is upon us, and Vegas visitors are already snatching up pool packages at some of the Strip’s best pool-errific (not a real word) resorts.

No Georgia O'Keeffes were harmed during the taking of this photograph.

As always, the change in seasons has been reflected in the new spring display at the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at the Bellagio.

Somebody's got a green thumb. They would not be this blog.

The gardens are one of the most popular free things to do in Las Vegas, and are just a short stroll from Caesars Palace, Planet Hollywood, Paris Las Vegas and Bally’s.

It's getting spring all up in here, up in here.

The Conservatory’s spring display features a 26-foot windmill, a colorful, revolving carousel and more than 8,200 flowers, several of which are featured in this blog post. The seasonal display will be up until May 13. A new addition this year: Live music from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

It's just like being in a charming Dutch village, but without the uncomfortable wooden shoes.

Please enjoy more eye-massaging springy goodness in our exclusive photo gallery.

In what is definitely not a shameless ploy to get more Twitter followers, Southwest Air is giving away five Vegas vacation packages during its “Venture to Vegas” Twitter contest.

Oh, and for the record, there’s nothing wrong with a shameless ploy if it might result in a free Vegas vacation!

Las Vegas sign photo, you sure do come in handy when we don't have a photo of a Southwest plane.

The giveaway from Southwest is in honor of the company’s 30th anniversary of flying folks into (yay!) and out of (sad face!) Las Vegas. This blog loves it some Southwest, and we have to agree with Southwest’s blogger who says you can just tell when a flight is heading to Vegas, the excitement is palpable.

Southwest has partnered with a number of Las Vegas hotels, including Bally’s Las Vegas, the Stratosphere, Monte Carlo, Hooters and Vdara, so we’re thinking that’s probably where you’ll end up staying if you win. Especially Bally’s, because that’s one of the Las Vegas hotels Caesars Entertainment owns, and you’re currently reading their awesome, completely objective Las Vegas blog. Moving on.

Bally's photo, you sure do come in handy when we're plugging Bally's.

Here’s how the contest will go: Follow Southwest on the Twitters. Don’t panic. Twitter is still free. Watch for a riddle each day, then answer the riddle in the form of a photo. Tweet it and use the hashtag #VegasLUV30 so your work can be judged and you might win some stuff. Details here.

You’re welcome, and please learn more about all the Las Vegas hotels in this giveaway. Especially Bally’s. Objectively speaking, of course.

Les Artistes Steakhouse at Paris Las Vegas has closed its doors after a long, storied history this blog doesn’t have the energy to actually look up.

Les Artistes Steakhouse had one of the more distinctive interiors in Las Vegas.

While it’s always a little sad to say farewell to a beloved Las Vegas dining establishment, the bright side is that there will now be room for some Sin City newness. This blog loves it some new!

Rumors have swirled for some time about what will fill the space formerly occupied by Les Artistes Steakhouse, but we are not at liberty to discuss them because, confidentially, there are two serious-looking lawyers reading this over our shoulder as we type. So, ix-nay on the umors-ray. And please don’t go near Google, whatever you do.

There are other tempting dining options at Paris, of course, including the salivary-gland-friendly Eiffel Tower Restaurant, not too far away from the Les Artistes space. The Bally’s Steakhouse is also in the neighborhood.

We’re excited to see what’s next at Paris Las Vegas!

There’s just something about Vegas showgirls. Now, you have a shot at being one.

“Jubilee!,” the over-the-top showgirl extravaganza at Bally’s Las Vegas, is holding auditions for female and male dancers and singers on Jan. 23, 2012.

What’s involved? Dancers who audition typically have experience in tap, jazz and ballet. Singers are asked to perform two types of music at the audition: up-tempo Broadway-style and ballad.

There are some additional hoops to jump through before one gets to don the sequins and feathers, of course. All female dancers, singers and showgirls must be 5-feet 8-inches or taller, and male performers must be six feet or taller.

It probably wouldn't hurt to have a smile like Sylvia's, too.

The auditions take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Jan. 23 at Bally’s.

The prize for those who have the right stuff? Being part of the longest-running show on the Vegas Strip, one that’s been wowing audiences for more than 30 years. “Jubilee!” has been called a “retro-glam extravaganza.” We would probably only add “on steroids,” because this blog tends to add that to everything.

Few are chosen, but those few get to be part of something truly special. Find out more about Jubilee! And even if you don’t aspire to being a showgirl, you can get a rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse into a showgirl’s world by taking the show’s backstage tour.

In the meantime, the official Bally’s site offers a virtual tour of the “Jubilee!” Theater, as well as the showgirl dressing rooms. (They’re empty. It’s not that kind of tour!)

From the virtual tour, it appears showgirls may be a little obsessive about neatness.

Actually, this blog didn’t know the virtual tour existed until about four seconds ago, but it’s pretty great. You might even say it’s a virtual tour on steroids! Take a look.

And good luck at the auditions.

Las Vegas does just about everything on a grand scale, so as you’re roaming Sin City, always make sure to look up.

You might see some amazing stained glass.

Worthy of both an "ooh" and an "aww."

Just another day at Le Burger Brasserie restaurant between Paris Vegas and Bally’s.

While you’re at Paris Las Vegas, keep looking up! You might catch a glimpse of a half-scale French landmark.

The Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas. Sorry. "Le" Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas.

If you’re in downtown Las Vegas, on the Fremont Street Experience, look up to see 12 million LED modules doing their best to make your eyeballs pop out. In a good way.

The canopy at Fremont Street also serves as the most tricked-out umbrella ever.

Also, on Fremont Street, if you don’t look up, you’ll miss a piece of Vegas history.

Vegas Vic was first erected in 1951. That's right, erected.

Next stop, The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.

Inside,there’s gorgeousness everywhere. Even up.

Did we mention how free seeing all this stuff is? This blog loves it some free.

Seriously, keep looking up.

The Forum Shops at Caesars may require additional eyes.

The realistically-painted “skies” inside The Forum Shops darken and lighten depending upon the time of day.

Up is a happy place in Las Vegas.

Outside The Forum Shops, make sure to look up again.

In Vegas, it's go fancy or go home.

No too far away is the Caesars Palace casino, and honestly, every time you look up, there’s something unforgettable to see.

This artwork was inspired by a real statue we don't have time to research. We are a Las Vegas blog, not a statue historian.

We trust we’ve made our point. Look up! Just don’t trip over anything. This Las Vegas blog already spends far too much time in the company of lawyers.

This is Barbara. She’s a showgirl in “Jubilee!” at Bally’s Las Vegas.

Sorry, Barbara, we probably shouldn't have called you "random."

Some “Jubilee!” trivia: When “Jubilee!” was being put together in 1980 (the show was unveiled in 1981), it created a worldwide shortage of rhinestones because they were all being used to create “Jubilee!” costumes.

See Barbara, and dozens of her alarmingly statuesque friends, in “Jubilee!” Find out more.

You’ve probably walked by the Tequila Bar and Grill at Bally’s Las Vegas before. It’s tucked away, just off the casino floor, next to the Sidewalk Cafe. Which is also kind of tucked, actually.

Tequila Bar and Grill doesn't need to shout "Look at me!" It's got tequila.

There’s nothing too flashy about the Tequila Bar and Grill. The atmosphere is casual, and there’s plenty of room between the tables. This blog is into that because it tends to make for jucier conversation. There’s some Latin music playing, too, adding to the festive ambiance, at just the right volume.

Perhaps not surprisingly, one of the draws of the Tequila Bar and Grill is its bar, overflowing with more than 60 kinds of tequila.

Now, do we have your attention?

Today’s  gratuitous tequila fact: Tequila is made from the blue agave plant, so technically, it’s a vegetable. Note: It’s possible we made that last part up.

Actual tequila fact: Mexico has claimed the exclusive international right to use the word “tequila.” Seriously.

Not a tequila person? No worries, try a Bloody Mary. They're pretty.

Beyond the libations, including margaritas and daiquiris and Mexican beer, Tequila Bar sports a robust menu with dozens of Mexican favorites, like the nacho platter below that weighs approximately as much as a sports stadium.

Being a server at Tequila Bar requires an exceptional amount of upper body strength.

Honestly, anyone who calls “El Jefe’s Nachos Grande” ($14) an “appetizer” should be briskly slapped about the face and neck. The dish is piled high with fresh-fried corn chips, chicken or beef, refried beans, cheese sauce, queso fresco, jalapenos, tomatoes and green onions. It’s a Vegas dining experience you won’t soon forget, so bring along a football team to help do some damage to this daunting dish.

Also among the hearty Mexican-inspired offerings on the menu are tacos and quesadillas, tortilla soup, “Loco Bueno Chicken Wings,” fajitas and enchiladas.

The usual suspects at a Mexican joint.

You’ll also find traditional bar fare, like sandwiches, salads, burgers and appetite-crushing smoked baby back ribs, perfect for snacking and sharing.

In the case of the ribs, emphasis on "sharing."

There are plenty of values to be had at Tequila Bar, too, including $2 margaritas, $2 tacos, $2 tequila shots and $2 drafts (Miller and Modelo beer).

Next time you’re at Bally’s Vegas, and having a craving for Mexican food or hooch made from plants, think about a stop at Tequila Bar and Grill.

We know how you are.

Bonus, last-ditch tequila trivia effort: The practice of drinking a shot of tequila with salt and a slice of lime is sometimes called “training wheels.”

Blogging is so much more fun than having a job. Yum.

Enjoy more photographic flavor from Tequila Bar and Grill at Bally’s Las Vegas.

The Las Vegas dream of hitting it big is alive and well with a couple from Ontario, Canada.

George Chambers, a forklift operator, won the big Showcase prize package, including a brand new car, at “The Price is Right Live” at Bally’s Las Vegas on Nov. 16, 2011.

Even better than winning a "new car" is winning a "brand new car." (Just play along.)

This blog loves when that happens!

Chambers’ wife Stephanie, a real estate agent, joined him in the celebration.

Find out more about The Price is Right Live at Bally’s.