Former Entourage star joins BetMGM as latest brand ambassador
Three-time Screen Actors Guild Award nominee Jerry Ferrara links up with sportsbook operator in podcast creation role
BetMGM has recruited former Entourage star Jerry Ferrara as its latest brand ambassador and podcast host.
Ferrara, who played ‘Turtle’ in the long-running US TV show, will become the host of Unleashed, BetMGM’s weekly sports podcast.
He will also participate in future BetMGM fan events and will feature in upcoming BetMGM marketing campaigns.
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— Jerry Ferrara (@jerryferrara) August 10, 2022
BetMGM chief revenue officer Matt Prevost welcomed the addition of Ferrara to the BetMGM content team.
“Jerry Ferrara is a talented actor and a passionate sports fan. Together we’ll create fun, unique content for our podcast and other BetMGM-related opportunities that we believe sports fans will love,” Prevost said.
Nominated for three Screen Actors Guild awards, Ferrara has appeared in TV shows including Power as well as acting in films including Last Vegas and Lone Survivor.
The actor also hosts Bad 4 Business (B4B), a wide-ranging podcast featuring interviews with athletes, actors, and everyday people.
Speaking about his new role, Ferrara said: “As a diehard sports fan, I couldn’t be more excited about legalised sports betting and having the opportunity to partner with an industry leader like BetMGM.
“It’s an honour to be the first BetMGM ambassador to co-host Unleashed and I’m excited to share my passion and knowledge with fellow sports fans,” he added.
Ferrara joins BetMGM brand ambassadors including academy award-winning actor Jamie Foxx and American comedian, Breaking Bad actor, and podcast host Bill Burr.
BetMGM’s sports-based ambassadors include NHL legend Wayne Gretzky, ex-NFL running back Chris Johnson, NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett, and Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid.