Dana White's Wild Vegas Gambling Spree

Dana White, the boss of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), is known for his big bets and high-stakes gambling in Las Vegas. He's been caught on camera losing huge amounts of money, like $800, 000 in one night at the Bellagio. White has even said he won over $26 million at Caesars Palace playing baccarat in early 2024. But recently, he's been in the news for owing a lot of money to Red Rock Casino, between $25 million and $50 million. White says the reports are false, but the casino hasn't commented. White is friends with the owners of Red Rock, the Fertitta brothers, who are also his business partners. This makes his situation unique because he's a VIP in Las Vegas. White has been open about his gambling habit, calling himself a "degenerate" gambler. He even hired a private blackjack dealer for his yacht vacation. But his style of playing, known as a "short stop, " where he plays a few high-stakes hands and leaves if he's ahead, has gotten him banned from some casinos. White has also been involved in controversies, like the Power Slap League, which has been criticized for its violent nature. Recently, there was a UFC fight-fixing scandal, and White has been speaking with the FBI. His gambling debts and controversies raise questions about his influence and the relationships between casinos, regulators, and public companies.