Soffer is an expert at threading this needle. The party was a constant reminder of how it’s possible to be classic and of-the-moment at the same time. Subscribe to Observer’s Lifestyle Newsletter Jeffrey Soffer and Keith Urban. It was Soffer’s 55th birthday, and Timberlake and the crowd sang him “Happy Birthday.” (Fontainebleau Las Vegas was originally conceived 15 years ago, and Soffer re-acquired the property in 2021 and then finished the buildout of the 67-story, 3,644-room hotel this year.) More sentimentality followed throughout the night. To experience a fantasy where the fun never sets.” Before Justin Timberlake’s headlining set on Wednesday, Paul Anka performed an updated version of “My Way” with lyrics that were a tribute to Soffer’s perseverance in fulfilling his own dream. The dreamers, the risk takers, the rule breakers. 13), and the star-studded evening showcased not just the mega-developer’s business acumen, but also his sentimentality and independent spirit.Ī gambling set given to VIPs came with a message that sums up Soffer’s ethos: “We invite you, our lovely guests. Jeffrey Soffer debuted his highly anticipated Fontainebleau Las Vegas casino-resort with a glamorous grand opening party on Wednesday night (Dec.
