Unlike other blatant pastime activities, gambling is one of the most common entertainment fields today, guaranteeing out-and-out enjoyment. This has seen many Canadian celebrities wager money online and offline not just to prove their impressive skills but for the thrill of it. So, who are these celebrities who don’t mind risking their ‘Benjies’? Well, the list is long! But worry not. We have rounded up only the top Canadian personalities with a knack for gambling and have garnered enough traction worth mentioning.
1. Drake
Aubrey Drake Graham is a Canadian singer, rapper, and actor considered one of the most influential figures on the planet. His first gig was on the CTV teen drama series Degrassi: The Next Generation, which ran from 2001 to 2008. While still playing the role of Jimmy Brooks in the show, Drake recorded multiple mixtapes, including Room for Improvement, Comeback Season, and So Far Gone, which made him popular enough to be signed to Young Money Entertainment. Since then, Drake has won multiple music awards thanks to his unique music style and a fan base spanning seven continents. Interestingly, Drake is not just one of the best recording artists but also a pretty good gambler.
The Canadian rapper/singer/actor sensation uses some of his millions to play casino games offline and online. Unlike most celebrities, Drake has a knack for roulette, and his love for the game saw him purchase a watch designed as a mini-roulette wheel in 2020. It is also not surprising that Drake is a member of multiple online casinos, most of which have the latest bonuses for Canadians, including numerous Canada no deposit bonus codes that you can use to claim exciting offers. Recently a video surfaced showing Drake winning multiple millions playing roulette at an online casino. This shows he is getting better at gambling and confirms his love for roulette.
2. Pamela Anderson
Taking the second spot on our list, Pamela Anderson is yet another popular Canadian star who is never shy about her love for gambling. Pamela Denise Anderson is a glorious actress, author, activist, and model, inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame in 2006. She gained recognition in early 1990 after being on the Playboy magazine cover as the Playmate of the month. In 1992, Anderson landed an acting role in the popular drama Baywatch, making her famous internationally. She has also appeared in films like V.I.P. and Pam: Girl on the Loose. Just like most celebrities, Pamela Anderson is known to be an avid gambler, with poker being her preferred casino game.
In 2007, Anderson confessed to Ellen DeGeneres that she owed a casino in Las Vegas a whopping $125,000, which she paid with her involvement with poker star Rick Salomon. However, this did not deem her passion for poker as she went on to launch BamPoker in 2012, a Facebook poker room that held poker tournaments attracting different players who are no strangers to winning at gambling. Apart from participating in some of the contests she arranged and joining in on a game of Texas Hold ’em with avid gamblers, the Canadian actress and former model would chat with visitors/participants making the sessions entertaining.
3. Jennifer Tilly
It would be unjust to put together a list of top Canadian celebrities who are good at gambling without including Jennifer Tilly. Tilly is a popular Canadian actress known for her proficiency in poker, one of the most popular casino games on the planet. The actress got her breakthrough in the theater industry in 1994, playing Olive Neal in Bullets Over Broadway, a black comedy film. Her fantastic performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Since then, Tilly has appeared in many TV shows and films, including the Chucky series. What will thrill you the most is that Jennifer Tilly is not just a good actress but also one of the best celebrity poker players. In fact, she is the first celebrity to win a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet, which is quite an accomplishment.
In 2014, Tilly was a nominee for PokerListing’s Spirit of Poker Living Legend Award. By 2019, her poker winnings were estimated to be over $1 million. Thanks to her extensive understanding of poker and other card games, Jennifer Tilly has made guest appearances on multiple poker TV shows and won multiple poker events, including the WPT Ladies’ annual Night poker competition. What makes her one of the best gambling celebrities is that she understands the upsides and downsides of being a poker player. This is seen from her comment in Bluff Magazine, where she makes it clear that she loves poker but acknowledges that greatness in the game is nothing but an elusive dream.
4. Deadmau5
Joel Thomas Zimmerman, who goes by the stage name Deadmau5 is a Canadian disk jockey or DJ who majors in electronic music or EDM. He is also a renowned producer and the brains behind hit records such as Alone with You and Closer, making him a versatile artist. In 2007, Deadmau5 founded Mau5trap, a record label that works with multiple artists across the globe. His talent and exceptional music have earned him 42 nominations, including six Grammy Awards nominations. He has also received 15 awards, which he uses to showcase his achievements, and is one of the most paid DJs on the planet. Note that Deadmau5 is a masked DJ who performs with a headgear shaped like Mickey mouse. This also happens to be his representations or logos.
As you already know, Deadmau5 is yet another Canadian celebrity that is good at gambling. What makes him special is that he has his hands in every casino game. For example, Deadmau5 plays poker, blackjack, and roulette games. He is also active in slot machines, among other online casino games. His passion for gambling saw Microgaming, a renowned software provider in the iGaming scene, develop a slot machine named after him. The video slot features 5-reels and 243 winnings ways and is accessible at different gambling apps in Canada. It is one of the best video slots available today, recommended to players interested in EDM-themed games. This makes him one of the few DJs on the planet with an online slot to their name.
5. Matthew Perry
Mathew Perry is a household name in the film industry. The Canadian actor and producer is popular for his brilliant performance as Chandler Bing in the hit TV series Friends, in which he acted alongside Jennifer Aniston. His resume goes beyond acting, as he is also one of the best voice-over-artist. He is behind the voice of Benny in the video game Fallout: New Vegas. Throughout his career, Perry has received nominations and won multiple awards, including a Gold Derby Award for the Best Television Movie/Miniseries Lead Actor. Moreover, he has a Satellite Award. Most notably, Mathew Perry is one of the top Canadian Celebrities who gamble during their free time.
The comedian and actor is a big poker fan, known to partake in card gaming more often than not. To perfect his skills, Perry is ever attending different poker tournaments. Unlike most Canadian celebrities, Mathew Perry knows his limits and has never been caught in a gambling scandal. His casino game of choice is Three Card Poker. He reportedly spent $10,000 at a casino on a Thursday morning playing Three Card Poker while sipping coffee. But this is not a big deal given that his net worth is approximately $80 million.
6. Justin Bieber
Everyone who listens to pop music knows Justin Bieber and his contribution to the music industry. Bieber is considered a key instrument in modern-day melodies, with millions of fans from all over the globe. The Canadian singer was discovered by talent manager and producer Scooter Braun who also manages top figures like Ariana Grande and J Balvin. In 2020, Justin Bieber released changes, a music album that debuted at position one in the US and UK. His hit-single Peaches was well received all over the globe and ended up at the number one spot on the US Billboard Hot 200.
Justin always thrills music fans with his wonderful voice and relatable lyrics. But if you think he spends all his time writing rhymes, you are wrong! Bieber is known to be a fan of poker. He was once spotted in London’s Leicester Square early in the morning playing card games with public members. This was his way of taking a much-needed rest from touring.
These are only a few Canadian Celebrities who are good at gambling. Most individuals on the list, for instance, Jennifer Tilly and Matthew Perry, prefer poker, while others like Drake and Deadmau5 play any game of chance, including roulette and slot machines. Their passion for gambling has seen them win big prizes, with Tilly being one of the first female Canadian celebrities to win a WSOP bracelet.
