These days just about everyone has a small flutter of some sort, and why wouldn’t they? It’s easier than ever to gamble as you don’t even have to leave your home to do so. You can do it on your laptop, tablet, or even on the go on your smartphone. The array of variation has never been better either, meaning there is something for everyone. Today we will look at some of the stars or stage and screen that love to gamble. So, let’s get started.
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Ben Affleck
Benjamin Géza Affleck-Boldt is an American actor and filmmaker born on August 15, 1972, in Berkeley, California, and raised in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Affleck has always wanted to be an actor, and his first acting role was in a Burger King commercial when he was on the PBS mini-series The Voyage of the Mimi in 1984. Possibly most famous for playing Batman in the DC series, Ben Affleck is one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actors and has carved out a niche for himself as a multi-talented performer. He’s an actor, writer, director, and poker player with a lot of experience. Ben has a reputation for playing poker at both the amateur and professional levels, having earned over a million dollars in prestigious poker tournaments over the years. You will often see many stars playing poker today as gambling is a real leveler in life. It doesn’t matter where you come from or your background; everyone starts on a level playing field, especially when it comes to a poker tournament.
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt, a Golden Globe-winning actor and producer known for his versatility as well as his handsome face, may be best known for his role as Tyler Durden in Fight Club. In his filmography, however, his portrayals of Billy Beane in Moneyball and Rusty Ryan in the remake of Ocean’s Eleven and its sequels stand out. Brad had never gambled before taking on a role in Ocean’s 11. He developed a passion for playing a variety of games such as blackjack, poker, and slot machines while preparing for his role in that blockbuster film. He has been seen gambling at various casinos around the world many years after filming the profitable movie finished. As well as visiting a land-based casino, it is rumored that he does also dabble online, and with the number of slot machines available online, who could undoubtedly blame him. You, too, could get involved, and why not start with trying one of the free slots available to see which ones take your fancy.
Poker is a game that has become trendy to play, and that’s why more and more stars are getting involved.
Jennifer Tilly
Jennifer Tilly is a versatile actress who can be funny, sexy, caring, persuasive, and sometimes all of these things at the same time. In 1989, she made her film debut as the tone-deaf Monica Moran in The Fabulous Baker Boys, opposite brothers Jeff and Beau Bridges. Jennifer Tilly is a screen and stage goddess whose dedication goes beyond the screen and stage. She is also a dedicated poker player who is classified as a semi-professional in the gambling industry. She competed in the World Series of Poker in 2005, winning the gold bracelet. Her list of accomplishments includes winning the Ladies No-Limit Hold’em tournament.
Matt Damon
Matthew Paige Damon was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on October 8, 1970, to Kent Damon, a stockbroker, realtor, and tax preparer, and Nancy Carlsson-Paige, a Lesley University early childhood education professor. Matt Damon is another Hollywood celebrity who enjoys gambling. Matt is Ben Affleck’s colleague and nearest associate when it comes to gambling. He enjoys playing blackjack and poker as well. While he has always been interested in casino games, his popularity skyrocketed after starring in Rounders, a poker-themed film. He became Johnny Chan’s apprentice while preparing for his role in the movie. He was taken under the wing of a legendary poker player who taught him everything he wanted to know about the game. He’s used his experience to his benefit, consistently winning at card tables.
Pamela Anderson
Pamela Denise Anderson was born on July 1, 1967, at 4:08 p.m. PST, in Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada, to young newlywed parents Barry and Carol Anderson. Her ancestors come from Finland, England, and Volga German. Pamela Anderson is a well-known actress who is best known for her appearance in the film Baywatch. She’s also known as one of the few female celebrities who enjoy playing poker. Pamela’s loss of $250,000 was the subject of a fascinating news story in 2007. She supposedly lost a bet and married Rick Salomon to pay off her casino debts. Even after a significant setback, she seems to have struck it rich.
As you can see from the list above, almost anyone and everyone enjoys gambling these days as it’s a fun pastime to take part in.
