Veteran Journalist Norm Clarke Dies at 82
Veteran journalist Norm Clarke, famed for his 'Vegas Confidential' column, died at 82 after battling prostate cancer, leaving behind a celebrated legacy in journalism.
Published on March 29, 2025
Norm Clarke, the renowned columnist behind the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s iconic 'Vegas Confidential', passed away at 82 after a long battle with prostate cancer. Known for his distinctive eye patch and incisive coverage of celebrity scandals and major news events, Clarke’s career spanned decades and included scoops on the Cincinnati Reds in the 1970s, the tragic Beverly Hills Supper Club fire, and coverage of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
After retiring in 2016, Clarke left behind a lasting legacy in journalism. His recently published memoir, Power of the Patch, reflects on a storied career and his wish for it to reach journalism programs, schools, and libraries. He is survived by his wife, Cara Roberts Clarke, and his siblings, with a memorial service to be scheduled in the coming weeks. (Reported across multiple sources in March 2025.)