Brande Roderick Celebrates Tribute at Viejas Casino & Resort
Weekend vibes: Model-actress leads a special ceremony honoring an icon with tequila cheers
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Weekend Kickoff
Brande Roderick ushered in her weekend with flair, sharing a carousel of images from the @viejascasinoandresort event on Instagram. “Fri-nally made it to the weekend 💃✨ Still buzzing from an unforgettable time at the Viejas Casino & Resort event,” she captioned alongside photos of her arrival. The model-turned-actress arrived just as the sun dipped below the San Diego skyline, greeting friends and fans before stepping inside the elegantly lit ballroom.
Honoring A Legend
Inside the resort’s grand events center, Roderick joined a gathering of influencers, industry insiders and longtime supporters to salute “a true legend” in a moving ceremony. Although the honoree’s identity was kept under wraps until the opening speech, anticipation buzzed through the crowd as silver-and-gold balloons and framed memorabilia lined the stage. Attendees heard heartfelt anecdotes from colleagues and family members, underscoring the legend’s decades-long impact on entertainment and philanthropy.
Glam Squad And Style Moments
Roderick turned heads in a sleek black ensemble—an off-shoulder jumpsuit paired with strappy heels and statement earrings. Hairstylist Gio Rosario and makeup artist Ash Simmons polished her look with soft waves and a bold red lip. She accessorized with layered gold bracelets and earrings from Ring My Belle Co, a brand she has championed across her social channels this summer. A viral shot showed her posing on a staircase draped in fairy lights, the drape of her fabric catching the camera’s flash and reinforcing her reputation as a style chameleon.
Tequila And Good Vibes
No celebration at Viejas is complete without top-shelf tequila, and the evening did not disappoint. Branded tasting tables showcased small-batch distilleries, each sample served in frosted shot glasses. In one close-up, Roderick lifted a mini snifter, her nails painted crimson to match her lipstick. “Here’s to a weekend full of good vibes, great memories and even better company,” she wrote, tagging friends like lifestyle influencer Maria Lopez and musician Jayden Cruz, both seen sharing laughs over a round of salty lime wedges.
Spotlight On The Venue
Perched atop the foothills of California’s Cuyamaca Mountains, Viejas Casino & Resort has become a hotspot for high-profile tributes and live music. Its newly renovated event center seats up to 3,000 guests and boasts state-of-the-art acoustics, making it a go-to location for everything from award ceremonies to major concert residencies. The resort’s hospitality team rolled out the red carpet for the night, offering gourmet bites like truffle sliders and mini lobster rolls between toasts.
Roderick’s Recent Projects
Beyond red carpets and party flashes, Roderick has been busy with film and streaming work. In the indie thriller Wineville, she embodies Tess Lott, a character whose complexities have drawn strong early reviews. In a recent Instagram Story, she encouraged fans to catch Wineville “now streaming on Tubi” and to leave feedback on IMDb. That role follows appearances on shows like The Bold and the Beautiful, where she returned for a guest arc earlier this year, and a cameo in the upcoming holiday comedy Winter Glow.
Career Highlights
A household name since the early 2000s, Roderick first gained attention as a Baywatch lifeguard and later became Playboy’s Playmate of the Month in November 2000. Her rise continued as she was named Playmate of the Year in 2001, a title that opened doors to film roles in The Animal and guest spots on several network series. Over the past two decades, she has evolved into a multifaceted figure—balancing acting, modeling and entrepreneurial ventures in beauty and lifestyle.
Fans flooded the comments section on Roderick’s post with heart emojis and nostalgic throwbacks, sharing memories of her Baywatch days and expressing envy for the exclusive afterparty.
As the night wound down, Roderick toasted once more with new friends and longtime collaborators, sharing snaps on her Instagram grid that will surely spark conversation and envy among fans. With her magnetic presence, she once again proved why she remains both a style icon and a seasoned host of weekend celebrations.
As the weekend drew to a close, Roderick’s timeline overflowed with snapshots of laughter, music and tequila-fueled toasts—proof that the best tributes are often the ones you experience shoulder-to-shoulder with friends.
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