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Celebrities hawking gambling apps draw backlash for exploiting addiction

Users highlight contradiction between disclaimer warnings and promotion

3 Sep 22 9:52 AM · 1d ago · 1 comment · 1 source · development 3 of 5

Commenters note the absurdity of gambling ads that include required addiction helpline numbers while celebrities actively encourage gambling, comparing it to advertising hard drugs.

“Literally every gambling ad has to give a phone number to call for help for addiction. May as well be advertising crack or fentanyl.”

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LeBron JamesLeBron James NBA player; gambling app endorserKevin Hart Comedian; gambling and financial services endorserEric AndreEric Andre Entertainer; gambling app endorserMatthew Broderick Actor; gambling app endorser

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