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The Beatles with one-armed bandit machine, Sahara Hotel, Las Vegas, 20 August 1964
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The Beatles with one-armed bandit machine, Sahara Hotel, Las Vegas, 20 August 1964
The Beatles with one-armed bandit machine, Sahara Hotel, Las Vegas, 20 August 1964, during the Beatles US concert tour. Because they couldn t visit the casino, it was brought to their hotel room. Beatles top to bottom: Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr playing the machine with John Lennon (left) looking on
Curt Gunther
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Nevada
United States
WA*890128
Media ID 21535460
© Mirrorpix
America Core08 Famous Gambling One Armed Bandit Slot Machine 1964
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The Beatles Take a Gamble - Capturing the Fab Four's Playful Side in Las Vegas, 1964
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. In this iconic print by Curt Gunther, we are transported back to the vibrant era of the 1960s when The Beatles were at the height of their fame. On August 20th, 1964, during their US concert tour, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr find themselves in an unexpected situation at the Sahara Hotel in Las Vegas. Unable to visit a casino due to their hectic schedule and overwhelming popularity, a one-armed bandit machine is brought directly into their hotel room. With wide grins on their faces and sleeves rolled up, it is evident that these four lads from Liverpool are ready for some gambling action. Paul McCartney seems particularly engrossed as he pulls down on the lever while George Harrison eagerly watches his every move. Ringo Starr can't help but join in on the fun as he places his bet with anticipation. Meanwhile, John Lennon stands off to the side observing his bandmates' antics with amusement. This candid snapshot captures not only The Beatles' playful nature but also provides a glimpse into how they coped with being constantly under public scrutiny. It serves as a reminder that even amidst worldwide adoration and success beyond imagination; they were still young men who enjoyed simple pleasures like trying their luck on a slot machine. Curt Gunther's photograph immortalizes this unique moment where music legends momentarily escape reality through an imprompt
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