These stars are regulars at the casino

As well as walking the world's red carpets, many stars are regular visitors to the casino. There they can play exciting games with high stakes and win or lose a lot of money. Who would have thought that Pamela Anderson, Bill Kaulitz and Pietro Lombardi would share a common passion? Here are ten celebrities who are regulars at the casino.

Max Kruse

Professional footballer Max Kruse, who has been playing for second-division club SC Paderborn 07 since the summer of 2023, has another passion outside of sport: playing poker. He has been competing in major poker tournaments since 2014 and has been a consistent winner. Kruse has finished in the money in 24 World Series of Poker tournaments and even won a bracelet and €135,000 as the winner of an event at the WSOP Europe in November 2022. Max Kruse also finished second at the German Poker Championship in 2022.

The versatile Kruse has played for Werder Bremen, FC Sankt Pauli and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the past. He made headlines in 2015 when he filed a complaint against an unknown person after €75,000 in cash went missing from a taxi in Berlin.

• The professional footballer is known to be a talented and successful poker player.
• He has repeatedly finished in the money at major tournaments.
• Max Kruse's first major success was the 2014 WSOP Lowball event, where he made it to the final table.

Michael Jordan

Born in 1963, the former basketball star's fortune is estimated at $3 billion by Forbes magazine. During his playing days, Jordan dominated the NBA and is still considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

In the casinos of Las Vegas, Jordan, known for his willingness to take risks, is most often found at the blackjack table. There, he can gamble considerable sums in hour-long sessions. If things don't go so well, Michael Jordan doesn't seem to mind, suggesting that he's not really in it for the money, but for the thrill of the game.

• With a net worth of around $3 billion, Michael Jordan can afford to play for high stakes.
• Jordan has been voted the most valuable player in the NBA five times.
• The former professional basketball player is particularly fond of blackjack.

Ben Affleck

American actor Ben Affleck is a big fan of blackjack and poker. Affleck can often be found in casinos, especially in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. He has also been a guest at the Monte Carlo Casino on several occasions. Born in 1972, Affleck rose to fame with films such as Good Will Hunting and Argo. He is now not only an actor, but also a regular producer and screenwriter. His net worth is estimated by financial experts and film industry insiders to be in the region of €140 million.

• Affleck enjoys high-stakes blackjack and poker.
• As an American, Ben Affleck can be found in the casinos of Atlantic City and Las Vegas.
• In 2004, the star won around $300,000 at the California Poker Championship.
 

Pietro Lombardi

Pietro Lombardi, the winner of the eighth series of Germany's Got Talent, is best known for his songs and for some unpleasant details about the separation conflict with his ex-wife Sarah. Many fans know that the star likes to go to the casino, at least since the German top streamer "MontanaBlack", who is friends with Pietro, reported in a livestream about a joint visit to a Dutch casino. The fact that Pietro is said to have lost a few thousand euros in the process does not seem tragic given his estimated worth of 2.5 million euros.

• Pietro Lombardi has a penchant for slot machines.
• The singer is friends with number 1 gambler MontanaBlack.
• Lombardi has a son with his ex-wife Sarah Engels, who is now 8 years old.

Tiger Woods

Born in 1975, American Tiger Woods is one of the most successful golfers of all time and a passionate blackjack player. He is a regular guest at the famous Mansion at MGM Grand. Tiger Woods is said to often play in the High Roller Club and has an astonishingly high stake limit of one million dollars. His regular Blackjack bets of $25,000 per hand seem small by comparison. But with an estimated net worth of $1.1 billion, Tiger Woods can probably afford it.

• Tiger Woods mainly plays blackjack in casinos.
• His favourite casino is probably the Mansion in Las Vegas.
• Woods regularly plays with a stake of $25,000 per game.

Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton, the glamorous heiress to the Hilton Hotel empire, is not only known as a model and It Girl, but has also attracted the attention of fans with her visits to the casino. With an estimated fortune of $300 million, Paris Hilton can afford to make a few big bets. Hilton has been a frequent visitor to the blackjack tables in Las Vegas. Although no spectacular wins have been reported, Paris Hilton seems to be more interested in the thrill and unique atmosphere of the casino.

• Paris Hilton likes to play a game of Blackjack.
• She also enjoys other games such as roulette and craps.
• The hotel heiress has an eventful past and a nerve-wracking legal battle with her father.

Bill (und Tom) Kaulitz

Born in Magdeburg, Germany, Bill and his twin brother Tom Kaulitz are best known as members of the world-famous former teen band Tokio Hotel. In their podcast "Kaulitz Hills - Mustard from Hollywood" they have already taken viewers into the glamorous world of the casino. Gambling is one of Bill and Tom's passions. Las Vegas, the "city of sin", is one of their favourite places to have fun and lose money in the casino. They are known for letting their hair down and risking a lot of money gambling. With a fortune of around $20 million each, the Kaulitz twins can easily handle a loss or two.

• Bill Kaulitz likes to hit the casinos in Las Vegas with his brother Tom.
• Tom Kaulitz is married to supermodel Heidi Klum.
• "A million is not a lot of money," Bill Kaulitz is reported to have once said.

George Clooney

The world-famous actor, screenwriter, film producer and director has never hidden his passion for gambling. Clooney is estimated to be worth around $500 million. The Hollywood star even seriously considered opening his own casino in Las Vegas. The 2001 film Ocean's Eleven, in which he played Danny Ocean planning and executing a spectacular casino heist, helped fuel Clooney's enthusiasm for casinos. George Clooney is still a passionate gambler and can often be found at the poker and blackjack tables.

• For his films, George Clooney has been heavily involved in the casino scene.
• The actor is particularly passionate about poker.
• George Clooney wanted to open his own casino in Las Vegas.

Boris Becker

Born in Leimen, Germany, in 1967, Becker rose to international fame with his magnificent victory at Wimbledon. Away from the court, Becker, whose fortune at his peak was estimated at around €62 million, could often be found at the poker table in casinos. This is hardly surprising, as both poker and tennis require strategic thinking and a certain willingness to take risks. Boris Becker has long been an endorser for online poker platforms. Today, however, Becker is insolvent and has even spent 231 days in jail for concealing millions in assets during his bankruptcy. He has not been seen at a poker table since his release.

• Becker's greatest moments have been in tennis and poker.
• He is a great strategist who has achieved several spectacular victories.
• Boris Becker was jailed for fraud during his bankruptcy.

Pamela Anderson

One of the world's most famous women has a weakness for slot machines. Born in Canada in 1967, Pamela Anderson became a global phenomenon thanks to the Baywatch franchise and is now worth an estimated $25 million. She is a regular guest at various casinos, where she mainly plays the entertaining slot machines. She is even the star of one of the slot machines: In Playtech's Baywatch slot, players are always happy to see Pamela. This is because she is the game's wild symbol, which means big winnings.

• Pamela Anderson loves to play casino slots.
• She is the wild symbol in Playtech's Baywatch slot game.
• Occasionally, Pamela Anderson turns her back on the slots and can be found at the poker table.

Why do celebrities like going to the casino?

The fascination with casinos is universal. They exert an irresistible pull on celebrities and many other people alike. The thrill of playing for real money, the adrenaline rush when the cards are dealt or the roulette ball begins to roll, and of course the unique atmosphere, all make a visit to a casino a unique experience.

In the case of celebrities, there are three other factors that explain their keen interest in gambling.

1. The casino offers a great opportunity to present yourself to the public. In this dazzling world with its sparkling lights and glamour, stars can showcase themselves in a magnificent way.
2. Casino gambling is often part of the luxurious and extravagant lifestyle that many celebrities indulge in.
3. Some celebrities don't just risk money in the casino. In fact, gambling is a source of income for them. Good examples are Boris Becker, who has been promoting online poker platforms for a long time, and Pamela Anderson, who as the wild symbol of the Baywatch slot machine, certainly has a financial interest in its success. By associating themselves with famous faces, gambling operators can increase demand for their games. It is also a benefit to the stars, in addition to the payment, as it increases their visibility.

We are sure that in the future we will continue to see many stars in the casinos, sometimes causing a stir.

Conclusion

Celebrities often have a different relationship with money than we consider normal. It is therefore understandable that many of them gamble for very high stakes. As long as this does not exceed their financial circumstances, gambling can be an entertaining passion. However, as with all people, it is important to set limits and recognise when you are in danger of losing control of your gambling.

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