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Remembering Joan Rivers vs. Annie Duke: Poker Pro Mum on Twitter re Death
Doyle Brunson and other poker players have tweeted their respects for the caustic comedian extraordinaire Joan Rivers, who passed away at 81 Thursday afternoon. In the poker community, Rivers is known for appearing along side female poker pro Annie Duke in the 2009 season of “Celebrity Apprentice”, making for one of the better reality feuds on television. She also lashed out at the poker playing community, at one point suggesting they were all tax evaders. But that was just classic Joan.
Comedian Joan Rivers Dead at 81: The Woman Who Beat Up Annie Duke
Perhaps the second most hated female in the world of poker, Joan Rivers, managed to beat arguably the most hated in the world of poker, Annie Duke, in the 2009 installment of “Celebrity Apprentice”.
‘Frontline’ to Profile Macau: How Billions of Dollars Make it to the Gambling Tables
The popular and well produced PBS series “Frontline” this month (September 2014) will profile the Chinese gambling enclave of Macau. Watch It Here
Veteran correspondent Lowell Bergman explores how this former Portuguese colony become the gambling capital of the world. And, yes, Macau is bigger than Vegas….way bigger than Vegas.
Ronn Torossian Says These 3 Were The Real Big Winners At The Emmys
This year’s Emmy’s are now history with trophies awarded and many gamblers making out big on their Emmy bets last week. But Gambling911.com Special Contributor Ronn Torossian points to other big winners, neither of which received actual awards or payouts. Heeeere’s Ronn…..
2014 Emmy Awards Odds – Where to Bet Online: Breaking Bad Huge Favorite
BetDSI.com has your 2014 Emmy Awards odds that you can bet on right from your laptop or mobile device.
ESPN’s ‘Outside The Lines’ to Feature Expose on Fantasy Football Betting This Sunday
ESPN’s popular “Outside the Lines” will feature an expose on Fantasy Football betting this coming Sunday August 17, 2014, Gambling911.com’s Thomas Somach can report exclusively. Airing will occur at 9 am EST on ESPN.
Gambling Mecca of Las Vegas Mourns Pasasing of Robin Williams
Comedian Robin Williams made quite an impact during his long career both on stage and in film/television. Following the news of his untimely passage Monday, a number of fellow comedians who have performed in Las Vegas over the years recounted their own positive relationships with the funny man.
Steven Segal to Star in Poker Movie ‘Gutshot Straight': Watch the Trailer
Hollywood actor Steven Segal is set to star in a new poker flick called “Gutshot Straight”, due to be released September 1, 2014.
The film is directed by Justin Steele and also stars George Eads, best known for his work on “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation”. Eads will be executive producing the project as well.
WSOP Agonizing Defeat Caught on ESPN
ESPN has begun airing segments of the 2014 World Series of Poker, which concluded earlier in the month with the determination of the Final Nine to be held in November.
One of the more agonizing defeats was filmed featuring Connor Drinan, who was eliminated in the $1 million buy-in tournament Big One for One Drop.
Rock N Pole World Championship Brings Betting to New Low With Sex Fueled Contest
The Viper Room in Hollywood, California was the setting for Sam Tripoli’s shock Rock N Pole World Championship last night (July 29) and some oddsmakers were brazen enough to permit betting on the event.
The contest, which began at 8:30 pm Pacific, featured a tag-team karaoke and pole dancing competition that was hosted by comedian Sam Tripoli.
Rick Salomon and Pamela Anderson Back Together Again Two Weeks After Divorce
Third time could be the charm. Just two weeks after “Baywatch” babe Pamela Anderson filed for divorce from her estranged husband Rick Salomon, the two were spotted in a steamy embrace, lips locked, on the island of Sardinia.
Paddy Power Yanks Odds on ‘Simpsons’ Krusty The Clown Season 26 Death
Controversial – and some would say ingenious – Irish bookmaker Paddy Power has removed odds on which “Simpsons” character will be killed off at the start of Season 26.
The show's executive producer Al Jean has been hinting at the killing off of a primary "Simpsons" character, though few believe it will be one of the Simpsons themselves.
Dan Bilzerian on Howard Stern Show: Talks Gambling, Guns and P****
Appearing on the Howard Stern Radio Show Wednesday morning, poker pro and Instagram sensation Dan Bilzerian made for quite the lively interview.
Stern opened by stating that “everyone told me I should have him (Bilzerian) on” and that he is a “big hit on Instagram because his whole Instagram account is about gambling, guns and p****”.
William and Kate Expecting Again? Bookie Suspends Betting as George Turns One
British bookmaker Coral has suspended wagering on whether Prince William and his wife Kate are about to announce the arrival of a second royal sibling for one-year-old Prince George.
Coral halted all bets last week ahead of George’s first birthday.
Pamela Anderson Divorcing 4th Place Finisher at WSOP One Drop Again
Rick Salomon, known more for his high profile relationships prior to finishing in 4th place at last week’s World Series of Poker Big One For One Drop event, is being served with divorce papers by wife Pamela Anderson for the second time.
Nahmad Partied Hard Before Jail Stint: Had Role in Russian Mafia Gambling Ring
The New York Post this weekend reported that art gallery owner Helly Nahmad was spotted partying with the likes of magician David Blaine and other big name celebrities the weeks leading up to his 366 day jail sentence.
Odds to Win the 2014 Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest: Total Prop Bets
Carrie Stroup here with your odds to win the 2014 Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest for both the men and the women, all courtesy of Sportsbook.com. Place your 1st bet, get your 2nd bet for free.
Leonardo DiCaprio Used as ‘Bait’ for Poker Games: Toby Maguire ‘Hannibal Lecter’
Indicted poker madam Molly Bloom tells all in her newly published book “Molly’s Game”. Bloom told ABC News “Spiderman” star Toby Maguire used marquee Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio as bait to lure in big fish to play in her games.
Did Actor Ben Affleck Get Kicked Out of Canadian Casino?
It supposedly happened twice in less than a month. Hollywood actor Ben Affleck has been disciplined by yet another casino, this time in Canada, or so say rumors that were circulating this week via the Toronto Star.
The 41-year-old star was reportedly asked to leave the Caesar Windsor Hotel and Casino in Ontario by that establishment’s security on May 31. Affleck was playing $5,000 hands at a card table.
‘Simpsons’ Creator Sam Simon ‘Tremendous Spirit’ in Cancer Battle Says Tilly
In an extraordinary interview conducted by Elaina Sauber of CardPlayer.com Wednesday, actress and poker player Jennifer Tilly opens up about her ex-husband’s fight with cancer.
Jimmy Fallon Canadiens Bet: ‘Tonight Show’ Host Backs Rangers
NBC’s “The Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon has made a jersey bet with the Montreal Canadiens. The American Fallon is backing the New York Rangers to win the NHL Eastern Conference Final in 2014. Fallon hosts his late night show out of the Rangers home town.
Jennifer Garner Doesn’t Trust Beau Ben Affleck in Vegas: ‘All Hell Broke Loose’
According to ShowBizSpy.com, Hollywood actor Ben Affleck is getting himself into hot water over his gambling with none other than spouse Jennifer Garner.
Poker Book ‘Alligator Blood’ to be Made Into Movie: ‘Rat’ Tzvetkoff to the Big Screen
The James Leighton book “Alligator Blood” will be heading to the big screen, it was revealed Monday.
George Clooney, Steve Wynn Feud Grows More Intense
Las Vegas casino magnate Steve Wynn insists he did not call US President Barack Obama an “a**hole” during a heated argument last month while having dinner with Hollywood actor George Clooney.
Batman Banned: Ben Affleck Banned From Playing Blackjack at Hard Rock Casino
Hollywood star Ben Affleck has been banned from playing blackjack the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas because he is “too good”.
The 41-year-old actor, who has starred in various gambling themed films, was stopped from playing the popular casino table game Friday night and was advised he could continue playing other games.
CNBC ‘Tempting Fate’ With ‘Money Talks’: NFL Could Force Network’s Hand
Ben Koo of AwfulAnnouncing.com suggests that CNBC Prime has been “tempting fate” with its airing of the controversial sports betting “reality” show “Money Talks”.
Reverend Al Sharpton a One-Time Mafia Associate? Was FBI Informant (Video)
A damning report on TheSmokingGun.com suggests that MSNBC host, the Reverend Al Sharpton, was once a Mob associate-turned FBI snitch.
G911 Talks to Jeopardy Champ Arthur Chu, His Love for Gambling and Death Threats
Arthur Chu has turned the art of wagering into a science, and from it has earned a whopping $300,000!
The 30-year-old Cleveland native and first-generation Chinese-American last month won 10 straight games on the popular TV game show Jeopardy! to become the third-biggest money-winner in the 50-year history of the show (he lost his 11th game and earned a total of $298,200).
What Are The Odds on Who Will Replace David Letterman (Video)
Sportsbook.com released betting odds on who will replace the longest running late night talk show host David Letterman. Those odds were available here.
Will Ferrell Will Play Bobby Riggs in Film About ‘Battle of Sexes’: Match Thrown?
Months after ESPN revealed that Billie Jean King’s “Battle of the Sexes” win in 1973 may have been fixed, it was announced Thursday that Will Ferrell is slated to play her opponent, Bobby Riggs, in an upcoming film project yet to be titled.
