Drake has passed the VIP section.
Instead of hitting the hotspot when he’s in town, the Toronto-based superstar rapper recently seems to have his own portable party with him: a 24-person dining room.
Champagne Papi was in New York this week for a highly anticipated two-night stand at the Apollo Theater.
Sources say he moved his entourage from Ultra Private Bash to Ultra Private Bash rather than take a chance in the wilds of Clubland.
After one of the big shows (it was so lively that one fan jumped off the balcony onto the main floor, but quickly bounced back), the “Sticky” rapper headed to the Upper East Side for a little party. rented Casa Cruz, a member club of his friends and family.
“He went all out with food, drink and gifts to thank them for their unwavering support over the years,” the insider said. very Exclusive. “
And after another show, we hear he had an even smaller group for dinner at Chelsea’s Cucina Alba.
Meanwhile, his hotel suit had plenty of room to entertain.
We’re told he stayed in a $75,000 a night penthouse at the Mark Hotel. It’s reportedly the largest and most expensive hotel room in North America. Room for up to 24, full kitchen, grand piano, balcony with ‘outrageous’ views.
He is also said to have rented rooms for his entourage at the same Upper East Side location to keep his companions nearby.
Singer Sam Smith is also staying at the hotel to perform on Saturday Night Live, according to sources, and has to deal with the chaos of fans and paparazzi in the wake of Drake every time he leaves. I didn’t.
Early Thursday morning, Drake brought the DJ in-house and onto the decks of private club The Ned, the spy said.
He is said to have spun tunes for guests, including Gossip Girl star Whitney Peake, until 3 a.m. on a DJ set-up above a baby grand piano in the Magic Room.
Hosted by Richie Akiva, the bash started at midnight.
A representative for Drake declined to comment.
