Internet trolls Bruno Mars as he is reported to be in $50M gambling debt with MGM Casino
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: Bruno Mars, the beloved pop superstar known for his infectious rhythms and magnetic stage presence, has found himself at the center of a whirlwind controversy.
Recent reports have alleged that the 'Uptown Funk' hitmaker owes a staggering $50 million to MGM Resorts International, stemming from his purported gambling habits, per Complex.
As the news spread like wildfire across the internet, netizens have been left scrambling to separate fact from fiction, with many expressing disbelief at the astronomical figure while others playfully suggested that Mars should release new music to settle his purported debt.
Bruno Mars's debt to MGM has accumulated over the years
According to an insider quoted by NewsNation, Mars' debt to the hospitality giant has accumulated over the years, with the singer allegedly owing "millions to MGM." The source further claimed that the debt could be as high as an eye-watering $50 million, leaving many questioning the extent of Mars' gambling activities.
"[MGM] basically own him. He makes $90 million a year off of the deal he did with the casino, but then he has to pay back his debt," the insider claimed, suggesting that the singer's lucrative partnership with MGM may have come at a steep price.
Bruno Mars has affinity for high-stakes world of card games
While the exact details of Mars' gambling habits remain shrouded in mystery, glimpses into his past have shed some light on his affinity for the high-stakes world of card games. In a 2013 interview with GQ, the singer reminisced about his early days of frequenting the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles, long before he achieved global stardom.
"I used to be like a loudmouth. You know the guy, people would want to take his money. If you do get them to lose, they're out for you, they're gunning for you," Mars revealed, offering a candid glimpse into the cutthroat world of high-stakes gambling.
In his 2016 Carpool Karaoke segment alongside James Corden, Mars briefly mentioned his proficiency in card playing, acknowledging that he managed to cover his rent during his time in Los Angeles through card games, albeit for a limited period.
Internet pokes fun at Bruno Mars upon learning about his gambling debt
Upon hearing the news about his gambling debt, the internet wasted no time in poking fun at Mars. One X user quipped, "Well…that means music is due," while another suggested, "He better go back on tour to pay this off!"
Amidst the flurry of reactions, a user chimed in, declaring, "Time to release an album." Meanwhile, another individual remarked, "He went from trying to be a billionaire to being broke?"
Adding to the chorus of jests, one user joked, "He tried real hard to become a billionaire, huh?" And not to be outdone, another user humorously remarked, "Bruno going to need a ticket to Mars once the wise guys come to settle his debts!"
Bruno going to need a ticket to Mars once the wise guys come to settle his debts!
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