Operator News
US – Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino now open
By Phil - 9 October 2020
Caesars Entertainment has resumed gaming operations daily and hospitality operations for weekend stays at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
This follows the successful reopening of Caesars Palace Las Vegas, Flamingo Las Vegas, Harrah’s Las Vegas, Paris Las Vegas, Bally’s Las Vegas and The LINQ Hotel + Experience. As previously announced, the Company has also reopened The LINQ Promenade, High Roller Observation Wheel, FLY LINQ and Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck.
“We are overjoyed to welcome our loyal guests and dedicated team members back to Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, the centerpiece of the famous Las Vegas Strip,” said Senior Vice President and Planet Hollywood General Manager Jason Gregorec. “Our guests can once again enjoy the unique experiences Planet Hollywood offers, as we continue to emphasize our enhanced health and safety protocols.”
The momentous reopening of Planet Hollywood was celebrated in true Hollywood fashion with a showstopping dance number complete with paparazzi, bringing back the glamour of the resort to the Strip. Regional President of Caesars Entertainment Gary Selesner and Senior Vice President and Planet Hollywood General Manager Jason Gregorec welcomed guests back and thanked team members for their hard work and dedication as they prepared to reopen the doors.
Founded by Robert Earl, the Planet Hollywood brand is known for its superstar entertainment, major movie premieres, A-list celebrity guests and more. Given this, Anthony Anderson, notable actor and producer of the hit television show “Black-ish,” made a surprise appearance and joined Selesner and Gregorec in a countdown to the official reopening of the doors that commenced with a spectacle of confetti cannons and cheers. Anderson, who is a friend of Earl’s, said he could only answer “yes” when asked to participate in the reopening, as he attended the grand opening of the property in 2007. Additionally, the first two casino guests to play at Planet Hollywood included Bill Wagner, who ceremoniously rolled the first dice at a craps table, and Larry Garber, who played the first slot machine.
The reopening also sees the launch of the newly branded William Hill Race & Sports Book with new customer offerings that include self-service sports betting kiosks and an expanded betting menu featuring LIVE InPlay Wagering.
The resumption of business at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino follows the reopening of Caesars regional casinos and hotels across the country, in addition to the Las Vegas properties mentioned above. Caesars will open its remaining Las Vegas properties in line with customer demand, regulatory requirements and any additional health and safety considerations.
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has implemented Caesars’ new health and safety protocols, which enhance its existing plans and practices in these areas. All Caesars properties are focused on the well-being of team members, guests and the community, and continue to work to create an environment with high standards of sanitization and physical distancing practices. Among the enhanced health and safety protocols include more frequent cleaning and sanitization. Caesars has also implemented a health screening program for all employees. Team members and guests are required to wear masks, which the Company makes available, at all Caesars properties.
