The implosion of the Tropicana came at the culmination of a seven-minute live-streamed celebration that included a fireworks display and hundreds of drones.

A number of gangsters linked to the Tropicana were jailed in the 1970s – and the casino appeared in 1972 mob flick The Godfather, albeit with a changed name.

The site will now be used for the construction of a new $1.5 billion (c. £1.15bn) ballpark for the Oakland Athletics baseball team and a world-class entertainment resort destination.

Soo Kim, chairman of Bally’s Corporation, said: “The Tropicana Las Vegas was one of the original pioneers of the Strip, setting the stage for the vibrant, larger-than-life entertainment destination we know and love today.

“It’s fitting that this iconic site now represents the future of Las Vegas as we look forward to welcoming Major League Baseball, the Athletics, and an exciting new entertainment complex.

“This moment in Las Vegas history represents more than just the next chapter – it’s the evolution of the Strip, where legend meets innovation to create something truly unforgettable.”

There were no public viewing areas for the implosion due to safety restrictions. Instead, the the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) live-streamed the event, which was also broadcast on local TV.