Lil Baby Says He Lost 'Like $8 Million' in 'One Day' Gambling and Asked to Be Banned from Casinos

Mar. 15, 2025

Lil Baby performs during the 2024 Rolling Loud festival at Hard Rock Stadium on December 15, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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During an appearance on the Dec. 18 episode ofLil Yachty’sA Safe Placepodcast, the “Band4Band” rapper opened up about losing around $8 million in “one day” from gambling — and how he stopped playing with his money.

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“I made myself stop gambling,” continued the “Insecurities” artist. “I had [Fanatics CEO] Mike Rubin write a letter to every casino and ban me from the casino. Because I’ll just do s—.”

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50 Cent performs during 50 Cent: The Final Lap Tour at Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood on August 17, 2023

“I thought only Floyd do s— like that. LOL come out the joint looking distraught. I’m just glad he didn’t kill no body,” wrote the “Candy Shop” emcee.

As for 50 Cent, 49, thePowerstar is currently gearing up for his first-ever Las Vegas concert residency, 50 Cent: In Da Club, set for six dates at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino throughout the end of 2024 and beginning of 2025 — including a special New Year’s Eve performance.

“I always bring the energy, and Las Vegas is the perfect spot to create an unforgettable experience for my fans,” he said in a statement.

source: people.com