[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 80 (Monday, May 15, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S6700]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        TRIBUTE TO PETE BARBUTTI

 Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Pete 
Barbutti, whose talent, warmth, and generosity is deeply admired and 
appreciated throughout Las Vegas. I rise to pay tribute to Pete, a 
classic entertainer who helped make Las Vegas the entertainment capital 
of the world.
  Born in Scranton, PA, Pete Barbutti began his entertainment career at 
the young age of 11. At once, his musical genius on the accordion and 
percussion was apparent. By high school, it was no wonder he was voted 
``Most Popular Boy'' and ``Class Clown'' for Pete was truly liked by 
all.
  After serving as assistant conductor in the Army Reserves, Pete 
brought his musician-comic flair to Las Vegas, where he formed his own 
group, a music-vocal-comedy quartet called the Millionaires. The group 
quickly became the favorite of many Las Vegas strip celebrities.
  Pete has worked with the best in entertainment including Steve Allen, 
Nat King Cole, Henry Mancini, and Frank Sinatra. Today, he maintains 
high visibility by working clubs, conventions, and fairs throughout the 
United States and Canada, and is famous for his hundreds of appearances 
on television talk shows. He has received countless awards including 
Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year and the Artistic Achievement Award 
from the American Federation of Musicians.
  Aside from his performing brilliance, Pete should be recognized for 
his philanthropic contributions. He played a key role in the success of 
the Take a Senior to Lunch program and has donated numerous hours 
helping seniors of the Las Vegas community.
  I extend my deepest appreciation to Pete Barbutti for graciously 
sharing his talent at the 1995 Senior Fair, and for the many smiles he 
has brought to Nevadans.


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