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Presenters included Bret Baier, who gave philanthropy award to the Wynns; and Dee and Tommy Hilfiger, who gave Inspiration award to Martha Stewart.

The potential diversion of government funds for biomedical research has sparked intense debate in recent weeks.

Steve Wynn’s defamation petition has been rejected by the Supreme Court. Read the details of the case here:

Steve and Andrea Wynn are to be honored with the Philanthropic Leadership Award at amfAR’s upcoming Palm Beach Gala 2025. The gala aims to continue raising significant funds for HIV/AIDS research, building on the $12 million generated since the event’s inception in 2022.

Christina Binkley’s 2018 book, « Winner Takes All » is to be turned into a biopic on Steve Wynn. The film will chronicle Wynn’s ascent from a bingo parlor operator to a billionaire casino mogul.

“You need to have a culture instead of a payroll, so that people watch themselves. What does this? Not money, but enhanced self-esteem.” — Steve Wynn, King of The Strip.

Steve Wynn discusses his life, his dad’s death, being broke, and how he got into the hotel and casino business. Wynn came to Las Vegas for a vacation, met Frank Sinatra, and fell in love with the city. Wynn’s banker said, “Steve, this town needs young people. If you stay here you’ll end up owning the place.”

It’s hard to argue that one specific person has had more of an impact on a city than Steve Wynn has had on Las Vegas. He revolutionised Las Vegas and built the city into a premier entertainment destination, emphasising the importance of customer experience over extravagant facilities. It is the former of these that determines the longevity of enterprises.

Las Vegas Sands, encountered financial difficulties during the 2008 financial crisis, leading to halted projects and internal disputes. Despite these setbacks, Wynn continued to innovate, opening Encore Las Vegas in December 2008. Wynn’s resilience during this period is a testament to his commitment to Las Vegas’s growth.