One night I went to see Bobby at the Flamingo. Because he was my hero, I would visit him for inspiration.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that Wayne Newton, an American musician, would often visit his hero, Bobby, at the Flamingo to find inspiration and motivation. It implies that Newton looked up to Bobby and found visiting him at the Flamingo to be a source of inspiration for his own musical pursuits.
About Wayne Newton
Wayne Newton, also known as “Mr. Las Vegas,” is an American singer and actor who has been a prominent figure in Las Vegas entertainment since the 1960s. He has performed in the city since 1963 and is considered one of the highest-grossing entertainers in Las Vegas history. Newton’s well-known songs include “Danke Schoen” and “Summer Wind,” and he has appeared in numerous movies and television shows throughout his career.
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