Las Vegas bid farewell to the iconic Tropicana Casino Wednesday morning as the building's demolition, marked by a fireworks show and music from Frank Sinatra, brought an end to the legendary resort's nearly seven-decade run on the Strip.
The implosion of the Tropicana's Paradise Tower and Club Tower was the first casino demolition in Las Vegas in almost a decade, emphasizing the end of an era for the city.
Opened in 1957 and dubbed the Tiffany of the Strip, the Tropicana's legacy is etched in Las Vegas history, known for its showgirl revue and connections to music legends.
The area where the Tropicana's stood will soon become a $1.5 billion, 33,000-seat baseball stadium for the relocating Oakland Athletics, showcasing the city's evolving landscape.
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