Actor Ben Affleck has been banned from the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas after he was caught counting cards while gambling.
TMZ reports how Affleck to his wife Jennifer Garner to Las Vegas for a romantic getway before he leaves to go to Detroit for a couple of months to film his new Batman movie. On, Tuesday (April 29) night Affleck was at the Hard Rock casino when he was flocked by security while he was playing blackjack. Security told Affleck that he was considered an "advantaged player" and he was not allowed to play anymore blackjack. In addition, security caught Affleck counting cards. Counting cards is a gambling strategy that entails card values to reduce betting risk. The strategy is not illegal but it can get you thrown out of a casino. Reportedly, the security fixed for a car service to take Affleck back to his hotel.
The New York Daily News reveals that Affleck is big time gambler. Back in 2001, Affleck won $800,000 while playing blackjack at the Hard Rock in Las Vegas. Affleck was also seen by witnesses, giving $150,000 to dealers and waitresses.