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Blake Shelton headed to Las Vegas to see Gwen Stefani and No Doubt perform at the Sphere, while he himself headlines a residency nearby; cameras caught him smiling in the crowd as fans hailed him as the proud husband, following an earlier scheduling clash that kept him from Gwen’s debut. He later praised Gwen and No Doubt on social media, and No Doubt's Sphere residency has been extended through June.
No Doubt opened its Las Vegas Sphere residency with a history-forward, fan-focused two-hour set that blends deep-cuts with hits, anchored by Gwen Stefani's stage presence and immersive Sphere visuals; the performance foregrounds the band’s origins and camaraderie, delivering nostalgia for superfans and a strong venue showcase for a veteran act, even if not every casual listener is fully satisfied.
Blake Shelton was absent from the Las Vegas Sphere opening night of Gwen Stefani and No Doubt because he was performing at Caesars Palace the same night, joking that his manager booked them on the same date. Gwen Stefani’s show kicked off without him, and Blake quipped about the scheduling mix-up before reiterating that he doesn’t believe everything he reads online about their relationship; the duo has previously dismissed divorce rumors and remains committed.
No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont announced he has early-onset Parkinson's Disease, saying symptoms emerged years ago but he can still play guitar; the disclosure comes ahead of the band's Las Vegas Sphere residency (May 6–June 13) and he credits openness about health for reducing stigma. The piece also references public figures like Michael J. Fox and Muhammad Ali who have raised awareness about Parkinson's.
Immersive dome- and sphere-based venues like the Las Vegas Sphere and Cosm are being pitched as the next evolution in entertainment, using massive concave screens and advanced LED projections to heighten show experiences; while Sphere has started turning a profit and plans expansion, there is ongoing debate about profitability at scale and whether such formats will appeal beyond flagship locations.
Metallica announced a Life Burns Faster residency at the Las Vegas Sphere for October 2026, staging four two-night runs (Oct 1–3, 15–17, 22–24, 29–31) with two different set lists on each night. Pre-sale and VIP/travel packages go on sale in late February and March (travel/VIP Feb 27; seated pre-sale March 3; public on-sale March 6). The 17,500-seat Sphere, built for $1.8 billion, has hosted acts like U2. Metallica will also launch a European tour in May 2026; their latest album is 72 Seasons (2023).
Timothée Chalamet promoted his upcoming film 'Marty Supreme' with an extreme stunt by appearing on top of the Las Vegas Sphere, which was transformed into a giant ping pong ball, as part of a creative marketing campaign ahead of the film's December 25 release.
No Doubt is coming out of semi-retirement for a six-concert residency at Las Vegas' Sphere in May 2026, marking their first extended run since 2012, with tickets on sale starting October 17. Gwen Stefani will also perform a solo show in December 2023, and the venue will host various other major events.
Gwen Stefani will reunite with her band No Doubt for a six-show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere in 2026, making her the first woman to headline the arena, which has hosted major artists since its opening in late 2023.
A Phish fan, known on Instagram as @acid_farts, has been indefinitely banned from all Madison Square Garden properties after posting a video of himself taking the first bong hit inside the Las Vegas Sphere. Despite the ban, he humorously shared the letter from MSG Entertainment on his Instagram, referring to it as a commemorative plaque. The incident has also highlighted MSG's use of facial recognition technology to enforce venue policies.
Dead & Company paid tribute to NBA legend and devoted Deadhead Bill Walton, who recently passed away at age 71, during their concert at the Las Vegas Sphere. The band honored Walton with special decals, visual tributes, and a heartfelt performance, including a finale of "Fire On The Mountain" accompanied by images of Walton and the band. The concert featured several Sphere debuts and a mix of Grateful Dead classics and covers.
Dead and Company have extended their "Dead Forever" residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, adding six more shows in August. Tickets go on sale May 31, with a presale on May 30. The residency features Grateful Dead members and utilizes the venue's advanced audio-visual technology.
The massive Las Vegas Sphere, featuring the largest LED screen, utilizes 4PB of flash memory at 400 GB/s to deliver 16K resolution content both internally and externally. A joint project between Sphere Entertainment and Hitachi Vantara, the Sphere's high-res visuals are powered by 27 nodes streaming at 4K through Hitachi Vantara's software, with plans to optimize existing content and use an 18K-capable camera. The internal footage promises highly immersive cinema experiences, with content "wrapping" around viewers for an ultrawide multi-monitor-like effect.
Maison Des Champs, known as the "Pro-Life Spider-Man," caused over $100,000 in damage to the Las Vegas Sphere during a climb to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. He taunted police, claiming he wouldn't be convicted. This is not his first stunt; he has climbed other buildings for similar causes. Des Champs and three others were arrested and released, with a court appearance scheduled for after the woman's abortion.
Content creator Maison Des Champs was arrested after climbing to the top of the Las Vegas Sphere to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman named Isabel. Des Champs, known for his pro-life activism and previous skyscraper climbs, posted a video on Facebook stating his intention to help Isabel, who is scheduled for an abortion on Feb. 11. He was taken into custody by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and faces potential charges, while a spokesperson for Sphere Entertainment expressed gratitude to local authorities for their support.