The Gambler Who Blew $127 Million

Courtesy Newsvine - business  Sat, 12/05/2009 - 16:23

During a year-long gambling binge at the Caesars Palace and Rio casinos in 2007, Terrance Watanabe managed to lose nearly $127 million.

The run is believed to be one of the biggest losing streaks by an individual in Las Vegas history. It devoured much of Mr.


 

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