| Source | Chicago Tribune |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Jan. 16, 2026, 6:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Jan. 16, 2026, 6:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/16/today-in-history-wayne-newton-performs-his-25000th-las-vegas-show/ |
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Today is Friday, Jan. 16, the 16th day of 2026. There are 349 days left in the
year.
Today in history:
On Jan. 16, 1996, Wayne Newton performed his 25,000th Las Vegas show. Newton had
performed more shows as a headliner in Las Vegas than any other entertainer.
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