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‘THE SITUATION’ CELEBRATES HIS SISTER’S BIRTHDAY IN VEGAS

August 13, 2011 - 9:51 am

"Jersey Shore’s" Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino came to celebrate his sister Melissa's 24th birthday in Las Vegas this weekend. Sorrentino dined at the Sugar Factory American Brasserie(Paris) Friday night before heading to Gallery (Planet Hollywood). The reality star continued the celebration Saturday night, returning to the Sugar Factory, and then heading to Chateau (Paris). (Photo courtesy of Scott Harrison/ Retna)
Slideshow: "The Situation" Celebrates Sister's Birthday in Vegas

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By Jessica Hill / RJ

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