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‘Dead Trigger 2: eSports Tournament’ Offers Gambling Element
Cashplay and Gamblified have teamed up to introduce zombie-laced “Dead Trigger 2: eSports Tournament”, allowing players globally to compete for real money prizes.
“Dead Trigger 2: eSports Tournament” has opponents attempting to survive and killing off as many zombies as possible.
‘Britain at the Bookies’ to Showcase Coral Bookmaking Staff and ‘Degenerate’ Gamblers
A three-part documentary entitled “Britain at the Bookies” is set to air Monday evening (20 July, 2015: 21:00) on BBC. The film documents every day life behind the scenes at Coral, one of the United Kingdom’s largest bookmaking firms.
Caitlyn Jenning to Cry During ESPYs Speech Will Pay $120
Caitlyn Jenning crying during her speech at Wednesday night’s ESPYs will pay out $120 for every $100 bet or $12 for every $10 bet.
Caitlyn Jenner ESPYs Betting Odds: Color of Dress, Cries During Speech, More
BetOnline.ag has just released a bunch of original Caitlyn Jenner ESPY’s betting odds and props for her appearance Wednesday night.
Gambler Demands Big Tips Back After Losing Two Weeks Later: Threatens Staff
A “generous” gambler tipped the betting staff big after his huge windfall only to demand all the money back after suffering a significant loss two weeks later. He even threatened the staff at one point.
Police were called to the BetFred bookmaker shop in Manchester after being advised of the individual’s demands.
Poker Pro Vanessa Rousso Becomes Head of ‘Big Brother’ Household: Opts Out of WSOP
While most poker pros are participating in this week’s World Series of Poker Main Event, Vanessa Rousso, a former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model, is appearing in that experiment known as “Big Brother”.
She’s among the front runners to win and was just nominated Head of the Household.
Aaron Paul the Next Hans Solo? He’s Mum at World Series of Poker
“Breaking Bad” star Aaron Paul is rumored to be playing Hans Solo in an upcoming “Star Wars” spinoff. Paul is currently participating in the World Series of Poker Main Event and has yet to respond to said rumors.
He did, however, provide a hint on his Instagram page of the official “Star Wars” handle.
Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest Betting Odds 2015: How Many Will Chestnut Eat
(Gambling911.com Sports Betting Wire) – We already know reigning champion Joey Chestnut is going to win the legendary Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest this 4th of July. So instead of offering an unappetizing line on the winning, our friends at AceSportsbook.com have released odds on the OVER/UNDER number of hotdogs Chestnut will end up eating.
It’s Official: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Divorcing… Gambling to Blame
Compulsive gambling has destroyed yet another marriage: This time that of celebrity power couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner.
The two are splitting after 10 years of marriage but Gambling911.com had already reported the couple was toast earlier this month.
‘Goodfellas’ Stars Demanded Cash Payments Confesses Film’s Writer
(Gambling911.com News Wire) – During a Q&A session this past week to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the film release “Goodfellas”, that movie’s writer Nick Pileggi told audience members that many of the actors demanded cash payments in lieu of checks.
“They were paid out of petty cash,” Pileggi told audience members at a Film Forum on West Houston Street in Manhattan Tuesday night.
Poker Pro Vanessa Rousso Among House Guests for ‘Big Brother’ Season 17
(Gambling911.com News Wire) – Poker pro Vanessa Rousso was among 14 house guests in the season premier of CBS’ “Big Brother” reality series that debuted June 24. It is Part 1 of a two-part premier.
“Big Brother” has entered its 17th season. It is a reality television game competition in which contestants live together for several months without any contact to the outside world. The winner receives a $500,000 cash reward.
Rousso’s housemates appear below by scrolling down.
Tom Holland Replaces ‘Poker Jerk’ Toby Maguire in Popular ‘Spiderman’ Franchise
A relatively unknown actor has been cast to play “Spiderman” in the popular Marvel film franchise. He replaces Toby Maguire, a poker player with a penchant for being a “jerk at the tables”.
That’s how famed poker hostess Molly Blom referred to Maguire in her memoirs “Molly’s Game” posted late last year.
He “was the worst tipper, the best player, and the absolute worst loser,” according to Bloom, who organized high stakes celebrity poker games Maguire played in.
Latitude360.com Becomes First Chain of Fantasy Sports Restaurants: Buys PlayMLF
Today, Latitude360 (LATX) (www.latitude360.com), the “ultimate upscale multi-dimensional entertainment eatery,” continues to embark on a nationwide expansion by acquiring Major League Fantasy (MLF) (
‘Mafia 3’ Release Tease Comes Via Twitter
(Gambling911.com News Wire) – “Mafia 3” from 2K Games is coming, this according to voice actor Rick Pasqualone. He took to Twitter over the weekend to make the announcement. It has been a long time coming.
From the Master Herald:
David Simon Creating New Series About The Mafia, 70’s Porn Scene
(G911 News Wire) - The Mafia and porn. Sounds titillating. Both will take center stage in a new series being developed by David Simon (“The Wire”, “Treme”). It is being billed as a show about 1970’s Time Square before it got taken over by Disney. Back then it was one of the seediest places on Earth. Porn was everywhere. The Mob often controlled it. Simon is teaming up with his writing partner from both aforementioned shows, George Pelecanos. An air time is not yet known.
Odds Released on Who Will Be The Next James Bond: First Black Bond Possible
British bookmaker William Hill has released odds on who will play the next James Bond in the popular film franchise. Damien Lewis had his odds slashed Monday from 25-1 to 3-1.
“This is an unprecedented gamble, as for no apparent reason we have seen bets of up to £200 on Damian Lewis being named as the next Bond. This might well be significant,” said William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams.
Mob Mondays: AMC ‘The Making of the Mob: New York’ to Premier June 15
AMC is set to premier an eight-part docuseries as part of “Mob Mondays. “The Making of the Mob: New York” airs June 15 at 10 pm ET and continues over the two-month period.
Ray Liotta narrates the series, which includes dramatic reenactments, archival footage and exclusive interviews.
Mob figures that will be profiled include the infamous Charles “Lucky” Luciano, who we suppose wasn’t all that lucky, being that the bootlegger went on to catch the Clap, which in those days there was not really a cure for.
Bookies Cash in on Bruce Jenner New Name ‘Caitlyn’: Wasn't Offered
When Sportbet.com.au began offering odds on Bruce Jenner’s new name they obviously had no clue that “Caitlyn” would be the chosen one.
Jenner announced his new name Monday now that he has transformed into a woman. Sportbet had not even featured this name among its odds.
NBA Gambling Ref Tim Donaghy to Appear in CNBC Film ‘Dishonesty’
A former NBA referee implicated for his role in a wagering scandal will be appearing in a new CNBC film “Dishonesty”. The program debuts Thursday May 28 at 10 pm EST.
The special program profiles five people whose lies caused unintended consequences for them, those around them and even people they didn’t know.
‘The Avengers: Age of Ultron” US Box Office Betting Odds: Favorite to Take in $210 Mil
You can find all of the odds you need concerning The Avengers: Age of Ultron, in your online sportsbook and that is how you know this will be a major event.
Underneath are a list of the main odds you will be able to wager on, and you might be able to find many more props if you look hard enough.
Avengers: Age Of Ultron US Weekend Box Office Odds
Less Than $120 Million: +1100
‘CSI: Cyber’ is Raising the Stakes to Expose ‘Seedy’ Online Poker World Tonight
The latest “CSI” spinoff, “CSI: Cyber” goes right for the jugular as it tackles the “seedy” world of online poker.
Mayweather-Pacquiao Fight National Anthem Betting Odds – How Long to Sing
BetOnline.ag was offering betting odds on both National Anthems that will be sang at Saturday night’s Mayweather-Pacquiao fight.
Mayweather-Pacquiao Fight Entertainment Prop Bets: Justin Beiber, More
You knew it was coming: Those Mayweather-Pacquiao fight entertainment prop bets courtesy of our friends at BetOnline.com and Mr. David Mason.
Bruce Jenner Comes Out and Doyle Brunson Tweets He Can’t Go Back
In a two-hour interview with ABC’s Diane Sawyer, former Olympian gold medalist and reality television dad Bruce Jenner revealed the worst kept secret: He’s a transgender.
Sawyer and her crew didn’t keep the audience hanging as the revelation came out during the first few minutes of the Friday night program.
Former Poker Pro Alex Jacob Ends ‘Jeopardy!’ Run
Former poker pro turned day trader Alex Jacob has ended his six-day winning streak on “Jeopardy!”
Jacob had won $129,401 after six victories on the popular U.S. game show, garnering somewhat of a groupie following.
The one time 2006 US Poker Championship was perhaps most notable by some observers for wearing the same shirt each night.
He is one of the most successful of “Jeopardy!” contestants and could appear on a future championship show.
- Nagesh Rath, Gambling911.com
Poker Champion Alex Jacob Has Won $129,401 on ‘Jeopardy!’
Former poker pro Alex Jacob is now a 5-time champion of the hit U.S. game show “Jeopardy” and he is making quite a name for himself.
Jacob has so far won $129,401 and will appear once again on the show this coming Monday.
Poker Pro Alex Jacob Wins Again on ‘Jeopardy!’ Does He Own Just One Shirt?
Poker pro Alex Jacob has won for a 5th straight night on the popular U.S. game show “Jeopardy” and he is developing quite a reputation, not always a positive one.
Jacob is attracting tweets such as:
Colin McQuilkin:
What Are the Two Longest Greek Letters When Spelled in English? Alex Knows
Former poker pro Alex Jacob does it again, winning four straight nights on the popular US game show Jeopardy.
He also answered the final question correctly: What Are the Two Longest Greek Letters When Spelled in English?
2006 US Poker Championship Winner Winning Again on ‘Jeopardy!’
Alex Jacob, winner of the 2006 US Poker Championship and its $878,500 cash prize, stopped playing poker after a 2012 World Series appearance.
He resurfaced last week on the popular U.S. game show “Jeopardy!” winning a cool $48,000 heading into Tuesday.
On Tuesday, Jacob went up another $36,000.
Pamela Anderson: Rick Solomon Made $40 Mil Last Year Playing Poker vs. One Guy
“Baywatch” babe Pam Anderson is claiming her ex Rick Solomon beat one man out of $40 million last year playing poker and now she wants half of that money as part of a California divorce.
