Greatest Ever Entertainment Exec. In Atlantic City & CT. Has Retired

There is no question about it — Tom Cantone is the greatest entertainment executive in Atlantic City, New Jersey and Connecticut history.

They Rolled out The Red Carpet For Tom Cantone’s Farewell Gathering

A few weeks ago, at Mohegan Sun, an epic retirement party for Tom Cantone was held. It was a “Who’s Who” extravaganza, attended by more than 300 people.

Cantone Won Big Award In The Run-Up To His Retirement

Cantone is the recipient of the most recent Mystic (Connecticut) Chamber Legacy Award.

A First In History — At Cantone Farewell Event

Apparently, it is the first time that two chairman, from two different competing tribes, along with tribal council members, and elders — all came together for the first time to celebrate Cantone’s legendary career at the same event, at the same time.

Rodney Butler, the Chairman of Mashantucket owners of Foxwoods where Cantone first brought his fire power from Atlantic City. Butler presented Cantone with a special Native American gift of gratitude blessed by the tribe.

The photo above includes:

Mashantucket Chairman Rodney Butler (left) and past Mohegan Sun Chairman Kevin Brown, along with Cantone and his wife, Anissa.

The above photo includes:

Mohegan Tribal Chairman James Gessner and Mohegan Chief & first woman and Native American to be named United States Treasurer, Lynn Malerba.

Mohegan Sun hosted the Cantone farewell event that was held at Comix Roadhouse.

Cantone Thanked His Team & Literally Passed The Baton To His Successor, Joe Soper

Cantone personally trained Soper years ago, and considers him to be a proud endorsement of the entertainment dynasty and the decades of excellence that has put Mohegan Sun on the map as a sports and entertainment giant.

People Came From Far Away For Cantone

From as far away as Las Vegas, and New York, to pay their respects and thank Cantone — not just for what he has built as an entertainment powerhouse, but for his leadership of compassion and putting people first.

One executive in attendance said it like this:

There are no Tom Cantone's out there anymore. The many accomplishments and national awards may never be equaled and the relationships that he has built during more than 40 years in the casino industry simply cannot be replaced.

Cantone Is All About Family

This all about family philosophy also transferred into Cantone’s career, where the formation of his team was assembled like a close-knit family.

Below see Cantone’s late parents, his children, his wife, Anissa and his work “family.”

President Donald Trump Turned To Tom Cantone

President Trump personally selected Cantone to run entertainment, marketing and advertising for all 4 Trump Atlantic City Hotel Casino properties.

it was here, that Cantone solidified his reputation as being the man who revolutionized entertainment in Atlantic City forever.

Cantone Brought The Sopranos Together

This was the first time that James Gandolfini and all of the major Sopranos cast members came together for an event such as this.

Look At This Photo Gallery of Cantone & Countless Stars & A Few Friends for Life

Cantone Is On The Final Ballot For The New Jersey Hall of Fame

The voting is over and the results should be announced in the very near future.

Cantone Has Reached New Heights

Cantone has reached the status of a “Living Legend.” Don’t be surprised if this is not really retirement for Tom Cantone.

It might just be a time out. Only time will tell.