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  Randy Kwasniewski CEO of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas was found dead from a gunshot wound at his home in northwest Las Vegas Tuesday morning.
Though police were initially unsure about the nature of the wound the Clark County coroner's office declared the death a suicide on Wednesday saying that the former CEO died of a single, self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
Family friend and attorney David Chesnoff released a statement after the news came out that they would not chose to release any further details to the general public about the death and asked that reporters please respect the Kwasniewski's family's privacy.
"We wish to express our appreciation for the outpouring of love we have received from people all over the country in response to the loss of our dear husband and dad," Chesnoff said on behalf of the family. "He was kind, hard-working and loyal to his family and friends. We ask that folks respect the family's privacy."
Kwasniewski, 56, worked in the hotel industry for much of his life (approx. 30 years). Prior to joining Morgans which took over the Hard Rock resort back in 2007 he served as the Senior Vice President of Starwood Capital Group where he played an integral role in expanding Starwood's hotel portfolios. Prior to Starwood he ironically served as the Vice President of Operations for the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas which he until recently serviced as CEO for.
Fred Kleisner, CEO of Morgans Hotel Group will oversee operations at the Hard Rock Hotel until a replacement can be found. Kleisner a long time associate of Kwasniewski spoke of the great loss that has been felt from his passing, "I've known and worked with Randy since 1995. He was not just one of my colleagues and a leader of our company, he was my friend. I know few hotel and casino executives who have the knowledge, focus and work ethic that Randy possessed. I will miss him. All of us at Morgans are deeply saddened by the passing of Randy. I know I speak for everyone when I say we all mourn his loss. Randy was a dedicated husband and father, a friend to many of us, and a valued colleague. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family."
Rest in Peace Kwasniewski.
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