Vince Vaughn and Vanessa Hudgens Bet on Gambling Ambassadorships

Vince Vaughn and Vanessa Hudgens have become the latest celebrities to join the growing list of gambling ambassadors. Vaughn, known for his roles in films like "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" and "Swingers", has signed a deal to represent Caesars Sportsbook and Casino. Hudgens, famous for her roles in "High School Musical" and "Spring Breakers", has teamed up with BetMGM.

Vaughn's involvement in the gambling world is not new; he was the Celebrity Master of Ceremonies at the 2022 WSOP, where he kicked off the Main Event in a Caesar costume. Other notable celebrities in the gambling ambassador role include Nicki Minaj, who has a deal with MaximBet, and Jamie Foxx, who is also a celebrity ambassador for BetMGM.

The surge in celebrity gambling ambassadors can be attributed to a Supreme Court decision in 2018 that struck down PASPA, allowing states to offer sports gambling laws. Since then, more than 30 states have launched legalized sports betting, with more expected to follow.