Hollywood stars make money not only on studio sets. Ben Affleck, the main
character in the famous movie "Pearl Harbor", plays poker and blackjack
professionally. For him, this is more entertainment than a way to make
money. Also excitement, adrenaline, the desire to prove to the casino that
clients can win. Many people believe that the rules are designed in such a
way that the advantage is on the house's side. But Affleck used a strategy
that changed everything and contributed well to the multimillion-dollar
fortune of the Hollywood star.
In general, online casinos have long become a popular place for
entertainment not only among celebrities. People of all ages, statuses,
and marital status play online casinos just to relax and earn money. If
you choose a reliable
online kazino,
then there are no risks. And Ben Affleck understands this perfectly, as do
millions of people around the world.
About the actor
Ben, who hails from Berkeley, California rose to prominence in 1997 when
the movie Good Will Hunting hit the screens. He clinched an Oscar for his
writing efforts, alongside his co writer and co star Matt Damon. Despite
experiencing a surge in popularity the actor faced a string of setbacks in
both acclaim and box office success. However, he managed to make a
comeback by directing the received thriller Gone Baby Gone in 2007. His
producing and acting roles in Argo in 2012 earned him another Academy
Award, for Best Picture followed by a string of films.
Charity tournament
On April 11, 2020, Affleck hosted the All In For America's Charity
tournament with Matt Damon. The event took place amid the coronavirus
pandemic. They were joined by other Hollywood stars and professional poker
players: Tom Brady, Adam Sandler, Doyle Brunson, Jason Bateman, Tobey
Maguire, etc. The competition was won by poker professional Ebony Kenny,
and actor Kevin Pollack took second place. The tournament can be watched
on the Twitch channel. Viewers joined the broadcast after paying $10,000.
The actor collected more than $1.75 million. The money was donated to the
charity Feeding America to help people affected by COVID-19.
Poker game
Affleck rose to fame in the poker world in 2003. It is not disclosed
where and when he learned to play. In 2003, Ben participated in the
Celebrity Poker Showdown Season 1 tournament in Las Vegas, taking 2nd
place. The $5,000 win is symbolic, as the competition was for charity. But
then the actor repeated his success. It is known that Ben participated in
the games of Molly Bloom (a businesswoman involved in illegal gambling
activities). She describes him as a smart poker player who limited his
weaknesses and used a small $50,000 buy-in. In the memoir, Molly concludes
that Ben's involvement in the games was monumental and that he was tall
and handsome with an easy charisma that not all celebrities possess.
Why Ben Affleck was accused of reading cards
Ben Affleck has long been known for his gambling addiction and has been
spotted by journalists in casinos more than once. Affleck won nearly
$800,000 playing blackjack in 2001 and became the California state poker
champion in 2004. In 2014 a Las Vegas casino management suspected the
Hollywood actor of employing a banned card counting technique. A strategy
where players observe the dealers hand to determine card choices.
Following this incident Affleck was prohibited from playing at card tables
due to this alleged violation. Ben contested this decision believing he
was unfairly penalized for mastering blackjack strategy and improving as a
player. Despite this banishment, from casinos initially enforced against
him paparazzi later caught him back at the tables into the night on
another occasion.
Despite his fame numerous casinos delight, in having the actor grace
their premises. They are eager to offer him accommodations and indulge him
at their dining and drinking establishments. Afflecks appearance enhances
the establishments reputation given his following, in the world of
cinema.