With the Supreme Court overturning the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act in 2018, sports gambling in the United States has seen a rapid growth, becoming an $11 billion industry according to 2023 revenue figures from the American Gaming Association. The increasing popularity of sports betting has made it a hot topic in U.S. politics and among celebrities.
The industry’s growth is expected to continue as a number of states are still working towards legalizing sports betting. Projections estimate that once the market is fully developed, the business could be valued at $45 billion.
Prior to the Supreme Court’s decision in 2018, sports betting was mostly limited to Nevada. Discussing wagers on games and players was often done discreetly, with references to point spreads. Notable figures like Jimmy “The Greek” Snyder and Michael Jordan brought sports gambling into the spotlight with their public discussions and actions.
Today, with sports betting becoming more mainstream, celebrities are openly sharing their bets on social media. Platforms like ATS.io have compiled lists of celebrities known for their serious sports betting activities.
