Gambling sphere appeals to people for many reasons: huge cash wins, dynamic games, adrenaline, thrills and much more. The gambling industry does not need to be advertised. However, all online casinos or poker rooms should actively promote themselves, as the competition between gambling operators is very tough.
There is big money in the gambling business, and operators are trying to attract real celebrities, actors and show business stars. Here we will talk about famous people who were engaged in gambling promotion.
Paris Hilton, Verne Troyer and BGO Casino
In 2015, a major operator of online casinos, BGO Entertainment, signed a contract with the famous heiress, actress and socialite Paris Hilton. BGO Entertainment kicks off an effective ad TV campaign, choosing famous actors to promote their products. Paris works with British actor Verne Troyer, who is known for the role of Mini-Mi in the films about Austin Powers.
In addition to TV commercial, the star tandem was also noticed in commercials on the official BGO YouTube channel.
A major operator of online casinos, BGO Entertainment, signed a contract with the famous heiress, actress and socialite Paris Hilton. Notorious star will promote online gambling on television.
BGO Entertainment kicks off an effective ad TV campaign, choosing famous actors to promote their products. They issued special no deposit casino bonuses to boost traffic. Paris works with British actor Verne Troyer, who is known for the role of Mini-Mi in the films about Austin Powers.
The co-owner of BGO, Richard Skelhorn, stated that his company had high hopes for the star tandem. The previous TV campaign of the gambling giant ended in November last year and showed excellent results.
Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert de Niro, Martin Scorsese and Brad Pitt in City of Dreams commercial
Actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert de Niro starred with film director Martin Scorsese in a commercial of the City of Dreams casino resort in the Chinese city of Macau. The budget of the video is about 70 million dollars.
In the story, DiCaprio and De Niro compete against each other for the role in the Scorsese’s new film. The director will give it to someone who can impress guests with his talents, after which DiCaprio and De Niro enter into a secret duel. Brad Pitt’s face appears for a few seconds in the end of the video.
Martin Scorsese brought together these actors, as he loves to work with them the most. DiCaprio appeared in five films of the director, De Niro in eight. However, the three have never worked together on a film.
Kayvan Novak and Paddy Power
In 2016, betting company Paddy Power signed a contract with 37-year-old comic actor Kayvan Novak for several commercials of the company, as The Guardian reports. Cooperation with Kayvan, who easily disguises voices and acting roles, was the answer to numerous complaints about the company, known for its hard-hitting marketing hooks.
Kayvan Novak appeared in such TV series as Doctor Who, Skins, Rev., Inside the Ninth. He also acted in “Fonejacker” and “Facajacker” and was the director and screenwriter of the series.
Aaron Paul and the PokerStars Championship
Hollywood actor Aaron Paul visited the PokerStars Championship in the Bahamas and played in a couple of tournaments. He even appeared on the second day of the Main Event, but quitted the game leaving nine people before the prize awards.
Aaron did not earn money, but he feels good about his participation in the series. The actor posted a photo with cards in his hands on his Instagram and wrote:
«Busted out in the #pscbahamas but had a great time doing so. Love this game. I will miss the people of Bahamas. Such a kind and loving culture. Until next time my friends».
