<br /> <p>The historical Riviera Hotel and Casino was demolished early Tuesday morning, June 14. A crowd gathered outside the casino, which opened in 1955, and cheered as fireworks exploded above the 24-story building, followed by the implosion. Las Vegas showgirls, dancers and live music were part of demolition festivities.</p><br /><p>According to the Las Vegas Journal-Review,</a> the casino was demolished to pave the way for expanded convention facilities. Credit: Instagram/Ross Miller</p><br />
