Drake and Bruno Mars An Example of How Gambling Addiction Can Affect Anyone

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While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

50 millions of dollars in debt is a lot of money even for a superstar, after all we know that as time passes many popular pop stars are unable to keep up with the times, and they are replaced by a new generation of pop stars.

So they need to manage their money wisely or they may find themselves in a difficult situation on the latter part of their life, however the real challenge right now for him is to overcome their addiction, as even if he could pay that debt, if he does not resolve his gambling problems then he will find himself facing that kind of debt again.

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[retreat]

Even though Bruno Mars is an example of an artist who does not represent a responsible gambler, because he has a debt of $50 million USD to MGM, he is worth $175 million, and if you subtract the debt he still has $125 million - that's still a lot of money. In fact, he can actually pay off this debt in just a short time, because he is one of the most famous singers in the world and he can earn millions of dollars or more if he goes on a concert tour to many countries.
So there are some people who, even though they are crazy about gambling, are supported by their huge income. Even casinos tolerate them, because they believe that he can pay it all if he wants.

[OgNasty]

I really don’t think Drake has a problem. If anything, he’s probably only betting the amounts he gets from stake for promoting the brand. If he loses it probably has no effect on him whatsoever, but if he wins then it is probably one hell of a payday for him. Not to mention he can post massive bets on social media and get a ton of promo from it. I wouldn’t call it gambling addiction at all.

[Accardo]

Even though Bruno Mars is an example of an artist who does not represent a responsible gambler, because he has a debt of $50 million USD to MGM, he is worth $175 million, and if you subtract the debt he still has $125 million - that's still a lot of money. In fact, he can actually pay off this debt in just a short time, because he is one of the most famous singers in the world and he can earn millions of dollars or more if he goes on a concert tour to many countries.
So there are some people who, even though they are crazy about gambling, are supported by their huge income. Even casinos tolerate them, because they believe that he can pay it all if he wants.

Did you get your analysis of his wealth on Forbes? if yes, it's just numbers, the owner can decide to change the figures at any moment. That doesn't mean Bruno owns the cash value of the money he's worth. He wouldn't borrow to gamble if he had the funds. Nobody feels good about owing money, if he has it, he'd pay the debts off. In your last line, are you saying the casino lent him some funds to gamble or let him play with no money? However, it's not easy to deal with too many losses, but celebrities are big-time gamblers. Not all visit the casino, most prefer gambling amongst fellow celebrities in their crib. Yes, he's getting those loans because of his intellectual assets; his songs.

After a big shutdown on a show, continually, he'd be able to clear of his debts. Come to think of it, he borrowed to gamble and earn big enough to carry out a project. Artists depend on loans to finance their music, so if they make lots of money through the music, they pay off, and then go back with a little amount of money. He also needs to live up to the standard of his fame. The lifestyle is expensive and stressful. Gambling is not a nice idea for the artist, if he's being inspired by Drake, then he's getting it wrong. Because Drake is a brand ambassador and has nothing huge to lose. He's promoting a casino and enjoying his habit, it's a win-win for both sides. Imagine he didn't take the loan; he may have been debt-free and looked for other means of raising millions of dollars to settle his problems.

[angrybirdy]

I've seen headlines about Bruno Mars getting addicted in gambling and even has got a debt of $50M in Vegas. I don't know if that's for real but with a lot of news coming out and those headlines that have published it all together.

It's very likely that the news is true.

But I haven't seen him release a statement about it but if it's true then there's no need for him to hide it and just say that it's real and will pay the debts.

I've been reading a lot of news about him and the amount of speculations and rumors that appear on social media, especially on X. Even if we say that Bruno Mars has not released a statement yet, there are a lot of people giving comments and mostly people seeing him gambling in a casino in Las Vegas but X turned down the tweets about him especially the ones with attached photos of him, so it seems that all the news about him is true. Tho, there is nothing wrong if he gambles because he is using his own money, but he has many fans who are under the age of minors and he can be a bad influence on them, especially if he gradually neglects his career.

[Kakmakr]

Drake is a sponsored streamer, so he is getting money from casinos to promote them, while he is gambling.

People are also just focussed on his large losses, but he has also won a significant amount of money before.

Drake is printing money from his very succesful career, the money he gamble are only a small percentage of his total wealth. (We think it is a lot, because we do not earn that kind of money)

[davis196]

I never knew that Bruno Mars is a gambling addict. I never cared about his music, but I know that he is one of the well known R'n'B and pop artists in the last 10 years. How the hell can you get 50 million USD in gambling debt? Who the hell is giving loans to a gambling addict?
I've read news that Bruno Mars was a professional poker player before he started his Music career. Being a professional poker player would probably mean that you are able to control your gambling habits. I guess that even former professional poker players aren't safe from developing an addiction. 

[OceanBit]

I agree that gambling addiction can affect anyone regardless of fame or fortune. Everyone can fall as victim of gambling potential consequences. It serves as an awareness or lesson about the importance of responsible gambling and should seek help if you think that you are struggling with gambling addiction.

[TopTort777]

Another topic about Drake and gambling Lol, does this goes ever get anything positive from gambling? I am curious what lead celebrities to gamble? Since they got tons of money and swim in them, I doubt that they gamble for even more money. I mean they already got everything, have so much money to buy everything they've already got for a second time. Yet still it isnt enough for them and they gamble to get more? See no logic behind this. There must be other reason why they gamble.

[o48o]

While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

It's not respecter of an intellect either. One can't think themselves out from addiction, especially when someone isn't touch with their feelings, then feelings tend to unconsciously control them.

But from the point of not-rich person, i had to think for a while how a rich person can mess all that money away, even with gambling addiction. I guess that is because when poor people are playing to get a jackpot, they are playing to get rich. So some, being rich is a goal and people say to themselves they can stop then, as they see being "rich" as a one level thing. You are either rich or not. And when you are rich you can quit.

When one doesn't swim in money, it's harder to imagine what it would need to fill that rush that they would get from a smaller jackpot. Reason rich addicts aren't playing with low bets is same reason middle income people aren't playing with a dollar per year. It wouldn't be significant enough next to what you own. If rich person wants to feel that rush, they need to up their game and raise the stakes significally. Especially those with a gambling problem.

[Natsuu]

Well gambling addiction doesn't play favorites like it hits hard regardless of who you are. Bruno Mars' staggering $50 million debt from gambling shows just how destructive it can be. This isn't about fame or fortune because it's a reminder that addiction can mess up anyone's life. Whether you're a celebrity or not, following responsible gambling guidelines is crucial. Let's learn from Bruno's situation and take it as a warning. Don't let gambling bring shame and disgrace into your life. Stick to the rules, stay responsible and avoid the pitfalls of addiction. It's a lesson we all need to heed, no matter who we are

[Cookdata]

While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

I think a too much fame makes some people not to do focus on their career and that's exactly what has gotten into Drake's head. His gambling behavior has trended more than his last single and he doesn't really care about the loss which beg the question, is he really using his money to bet or just the bonus given to him by stake platforms, remember he is there brand ambassador.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

A waste of his career and his name to be honest, if alone he is worth $50m, I believe he will be respected as one the biggest musicians in US but having a gambling debt without any profit is one of the greatest decision any living would have ever thought.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

Gambling doesn't even know your age, it doesn't respect your financial status, you can be broke from reckless gambling but in as much as it doesn't respect, it can crown you with respect if and if you exercise risk when playing the gambling, if there is no money made in gambling, many people would visit ones and wouldn't try it it again but the fact that they keep going there, it's not only just the gambling but the money is one thing that makes them visit there.

[KiaKia]

I've seen headlines about Bruno Mars getting addicted in gambling and even has got a debt of $50M in Vegas. I don't know if that's for real but with a lot of news coming out and those headlines that have published it all together.

It's very likely that the news is true.

But I haven't seen him release a statement about it but if it's true then there's no need for him to hide it and just say that it's real and will pay the debts.

I think enough of people surrounding him have already known about it, he didn't need to come out and tell the world about his addiction, what good can anyone do for him to help him get rid of his addiction in any way?

I don't care about getting to know if truly he is addicted or not, it won't get me paid in any way and it won't stop so many beginners from getting addicted too.

Anyone can become a victim of addiction, either they are politicians or musicians or big figures in the world today, it doesn't matter, as good as gambling can get, it can also turn into a poison for your heart.

[bakasabo]

That situation with Bruno Mars and his huge debt only proves that large money spoils people, and people should always be responsible towards money. I dont know how to change people's attitude to money. On one hand they can do with their own money whatever they want. On the other hand, a lot of people with large amount of money require financial education. Or someone who would monitor their expenses and suggest to take a pause one day.

[coin-investor]

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

At least for these two, they have a way to pay off their debts, in the case of Bruno Mars he still gets to earn $1 million per night minus his debt and taxes

They went on to say that Mars makes $90million off the deal he makes with the casino, but after paying off his debts and taxes, takes home $1.5million per night.

How about the others who are not entertainers or actors and have no way to pay off their debts but to sell all their properties and or go to jail, gambling addiction can leave you nothing, and lose everything in one night all your properties and reputation.

The more money you have or you can make the more money you can lose and this is money that you will regret losing later in your life when you cannot earn that amount of money because you are not popular anymore.

[TravelMug]

While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

Yes, I was just surprised to hear this stories that Bruno Mars was in gambling debt and around that numbers. Although it is also reported that he will perform on some of the Vegas casinos and will be paid around that price so it could be break even for him at least. But the money though, it's huge and I do agree that everyone can fall for it, even superstars like Bruno Mars and we can only wish that he will come to his senses as even if he is earning huge money and he can afford to lose that, we just don't know what life will bring to us tomorrow. And for regular gamblers, like us (me), probably we should also check our gambling habits, (I just paid some of my loans, loans that I used to gamble from last week, not fully paid, but I still have the end of the month to pay for it.)

[AmoreJaz]

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

At least for these two, they have a way to pay off their debts, in the case of Bruno Mars he still gets to earn $1 million per night minus his debt and taxes

They went on to say that Mars makes $90million off the deal he makes with the casino, but after paying off his debts and taxes, takes home $1.5million per night.

How about the others who are not entertainers or actors and have no way to pay off their debts but to sell all their properties and or go to jail, gambling addiction can leave you nothing, and lose everything in one night all your properties and reputation.

The more money you have or you can make the more money you can lose and this is money that you will regret losing later in your life when you cannot earn that amount of money because you are not popular anymore.

That's the advantage of these popular personalities/celebrities, they have their way to pay off gambling debts. I understand if they have gambling addiction as they can afford such lifestyle. But for us, regular gamblers, should know our limits or boundaries as we can't afford such high stake gambling activities.

But honestly, didn't know about Bruno Mars being in the gambling world. But that's none of our business. I believe, there are a lot more celebrities who are into gambling that we don't know about.

[Lida93]

Don't be surprised it could be for related  reasons as this that we probably don't hear much about some of these celebrities again like we used to when they were in their prime in the music industry as debt for the wrong purposes has taken the better part of their financial life.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

Technically this hits differently for all strata's, for people like them (Mars & Drake) through one or two concert or shows  they would have gotten the money to cover their debt unlike some of us unpopular gamblers that could barely earn a decent loan amount that's  without stress. What I appreciate for the different class of people is that none is immune to the consequences of addiction when they all gamble the wrong way.

[Wiwo]

I really don’t think Drake has a problem. If anything, he’s probably only betting the amounts he gets from stake for promoting the brand. If he loses it probably has no effect on him whatsoever, but if he wins then it is probably one hell of a payday for him. Not to mention he can post massive bets on social media and get a ton of promo from it. I wouldn’t call it gambling addiction at all.

The is it, Drake have enough reserves to splash any amount on a bet and wont effect his income in anyways even if he lose constantly,  and Bruno Mars on the other hand may not have such liquidity back up and that is why he is going into loan to fund his gambling activities,  some time Drake nay even be betting on a free roll from stake and since he loses almost all his bet on stake they may also be a cash back earning that is huge to at least cover him up.

But we are not sure if Bruno Mars is an Ambassador with any of the known betting platforms and the new doesn't specify which casino he played on so it most likely that he just gamble on a random casino that he may not have any contract with and just as a regular gambler, he may be gambling all from his pocket all the while and now he has exusted his holdings and he landed in loses more that he can bear and thought taking a loan is the way out.

[Coin_trader]

While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

I’m not buying Drake irresponsible gambling while he is partnered with Stake which means all his bet is covered by the payment that he gets to Stake deal. We are not really sure what’s the specific content of the deal but there’s obviously a clause in there that Drakes needs to bet using Stake sportsbook so he might be just meeting his end deal for the partnerships with his loss bets.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

This insane and saddening if confirmed because he is my idol and he already achieved the success on his career. He doesn’t need to gamble with that amount of money just for entertainment. He should just focus on creating new songs and content that will earn passive profit rather than gamble his fortune. This is the most dumb move in gambling for me because he already have sure way of income but he still choose to gamble until have debt.