Celebrities & Poker Pros
There is no denying that poker pros and professional gamblers lead colorful lives. Here we cover their triumphs, failures, highs and lows. If you want to learn about the latest gossip, scandal, or tournament conquests, then look no further.
R. Paul Wilson On: The Charming Cheat
I’ve been extremely fortunate in my career to have known and befriended many of the great names in magic and was always drawn to those who specialized in sleight of hand with cards. A few of these characters crossed between the world of gambling and cheating...
January 24, 2023
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5 min read
Public Enemy Number One: The Violent Life Of Mobster Dutch Schultz
A brutal mobster and ruthless racketeer, Arthur “Dutch Schultz” Flegenheimer was one of the most intimidating figures of the 1930s. Far from the complex philanthropy of Bumpy Johnson and the staunch activism of Stephanie St. Clair, Dutch Schultz was a stone-cold villain of the 20th century....
December 30, 2022
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6 min read
Gambling Legends: The Incredible Story Of Mobster Stephanie St. Clair
“Queenie,” “Madam Queen,” “Madam St. Clair,” “Queen of the Policy Rackets” - whichever of the many nicknames you know her...
December 9, 2022
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7 min read
Drake’s Stakes: The Canadian Rapper Who Wagered Over $1 Billion In 2 Months
Since the release of his first album, ‘Thank Me Later’ in 2010, Canadian rapper Drake has become a household name....
November 18, 2022
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7 min read
The Top 10 Richest Soccer Players Ever
Love or loathe them, there’s no getting away from the fact that the best soccer players are paid astronomical sums....
November 16, 2022
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5 min read
Rags To Riches: How Jerry Buss Became The Greatest Owner In Sports
Dr. Jerry Buss was a larger-than-life character whose impact on US sports can still be felt today, nearly a decade...
October 22, 2022
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8 min read
Phil Ruffin: Sin City’s Self-Made Casino Mogul
Phil Ruffin is one of the most successful self-made men in Las Vegas. Not only does he have a net...
September 7, 2022
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6 min read
Bill Benter: The World’s Most Successful Gambler Who Used Math To Beat The Bookies
Unlike many other gambling legends Bill Benter does not crave the spotlight. In fact, he prefers to avoid it all...
August 12, 2022
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6 min read
Top 10 Poker Players Worth Following On Twitter
If you consider yourself a poker fan, you probably know that Twitter is the platform of choice for many pros....
July 27, 2022
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4 min read
Kerry Packer: The Life And Exploits Of Australia’s Greatest Gambler
Kerry Packer was Australia’s larger-than-life media tycoon, known for a bullish approach to business. Yet, Packer’s influence reached far beyond...
July 21, 2022
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7 min read
How Teddy Sagi Built Playtech And Became A Powerful Billionaire
Self-made billionaire and self-proclaimed family man Teddy Sagi is one of the most influential businessmen in the iGaming industry. Before...
June 20, 2022
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8 min read
How Gambler Benny Binion Built Vegas As We Know It
Las Vegas is the gambling hub of the world. When you look at this Nevada city, it’s hard to imagine...
June 2, 2022
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7 min read
Top 10 Biggest Poker Scandals Of All Time
The world of poker has seen its fair share of scandals over the years. Some have had a huge impact...
May 19, 2022
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13 min read
How Denise Coates Built The Bet365 Empire And Became Britain’s Highest-Paid Boss
Fondly referred to as the “quiet queen of online betting”, Denise Coates is one of Britain’s most successful (and understated)...
May 13, 2022
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7 min read
Gambling Legends: The Fascinating Story Of Mob Boss Bumpy Johnson
Bumpy Johnson. Bookmaker and mob boss, a drug lord and brutal murderer, devoted family man, avid reader of philosophy, poet,...
May 8, 2022
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7 min read
Gambling Legends: The Amazing Life Of Wyatt Earp
The legend and life of the man known as Wyatt Earp is as rich and colorful as the saloons and...
March 10, 2022
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4 min read
Ivan Freitez: One Of The Worst Poker Players For Angle Shooting
Some players become famous for their results, while others reach notoriety for their crazy playing styles that get them involved...
March 4, 2022
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5 min read
Drake: Gambling Addict, Or Just Stupidly Rich?
The Canadian rapper, singer and actor, Drake, is no stranger to gambling and has been known to drop wild amounts...
February 21, 2022
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2 min read
How Dan “Jungleman” Cates Went From One Extreme To The Other
If you love high-stakes poker, you most certainly know the name of Dan “Jungleman” Cates. For years, Cates has been...
February 4, 2022
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7 min read
Top 10 Poker Players Who Still Don’t Have A WSOP Bracelet
There are different ways to measure success in the poker world. According to some, a player’s total winnings are the...
February 2, 2022
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8 min read
What Ever Happened To Guy Laliberté?
One of the wonderful things about poker is that it attracts people from all walks of life. From broke students...
January 2, 2022
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7 min read
José “Girah” Macedo Poker Scandal: The Rise And Fall Of A Fake Prodigy
The stories of poker prodigies have always been very popular in the poker community. Hearing how the likes of Tom...
December 30, 2021
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6 min read
Dan Bilzerian: The Playboy And Self-Proclaimed Poker Millionaire
There are very few people in the high-stakes poker community who are as controversial as Dan Bilzerian. Loud, brazen and...
December 23, 2021
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7 min read
Christian Lusardi And The Borgata Counterfeit Chips Scandal
There are many ways to become famous in poker. Winning a big tournament will surely get you on the map,...
December 20, 2021
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5 min read
Will Kassouf: Speech Play Genius, Or Most Annoying Player Ever?
Not many poker players have managed to be as controversial as Will Kassouf. While a few names come to mind...
December 2, 2021
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7 min read
What Do Poker Players Do When They Retire?
Professional poker players might enjoy what many of us consider to be a privileged working life, but just like in...
August 19, 2021
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7 min read
The Rise Of Women In Poker
Today, poker is played by women and men alike, and there are even serious considerations to make it a sport,...
August 2, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Fedor Holz?
Fedor Holz is a well-known name in high-stakes poker circles. The young German seemingly came out of nowhere and conquered...
June 23, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Eli Elezra?
If you've been a poker fan for some time, you most certainly know the Israeli-born businessman and poker player Eli...
June 17, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Sammy Farha?
Sammy Farha may not be one of the biggest names in poker going solely by his results, but he's definitely...
June 1, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Mike “The Mouth” Matusow?
Mike “The Mouth” Matusow is one of the more polarizing characters in poker. While some enjoy his outbursts, antics, and...
May 22, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Gus Hansen?
Gus Hansen was one of the best-known faces in the poker scene during the late 2000s. Nicknamed "The Great Dane",...
May 17, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Tony G?
Antanas Guoga, better known as “Tony G”, is one of the most colorful characters that the poker world has ever...
May 15, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Jennifer Harman?
During the years of the poker boom, Jennifer Harman enjoyed quite a bit of popularity among the fans and a...
May 2, 2021
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6 min read
What Ever Happened To Tom “durrrr” Dwan?
Those of you who have been poker fans for some time probably know the name Tom Dwan and his famous...
April 26, 2021
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7 min read
The Hollywood Walk Of Shame
Fallen Stars And Criminal Performances The Hollywood Walk of Fame is widely seen as the pinnacle of stardom. The celebrities...
April 15, 2021
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4 min read
What Ever Happened To Johnny Chan?
Born in 1957, Johnny Chan started playing way before poker became mainstream, and his results over the years have confirmed...
April 9, 2021
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6 min read
What Ever Happened To Chris “Jesus” Ferguson?
Chris "Jesus" Ferguson was one of the most prominent people during the early days of the poker boom. He was...
April 3, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Annie Duke?
The name of Annie Duke is well-known, albeit not particularly liked in the poker community. The sister of Howard Lederer,...
March 28, 2021
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7 min read
What Ever Happened To Vanessa Selbst?
With International Women’s Day taking place tomorrow, Casino.org felt it was only right to honour the greatest female poker in...
March 7, 2021
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7 min read
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