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In the heart of Hollywood, where dreams are made and fortunes are lost, there existed a secret poker ring that catered to the elite of Tinseltown. For years, this exclusive club operated in the shadows, hidden from the prying eyes of the public. But all good things must come to an end, and the poker ring's reign of secrecy would eventually be shattered by one man: the List Kingpin.

Billion Dollar Hollywood Heist: The A-List Kingpin and the Poker Ring that Brought Down Tinseltown (Front Page Detectives)

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The List Kingpin was a man named Rick Salomon, a professional poker player and the son of a wealthy businessman. Salomon had a reputation for being a ruthless gambler, and he quickly rose to the top of the poker world. In 2003, he founded the List, an exclusive poker club that catered to celebrities and high-rollers. The List quickly became the most exclusive poker game in the world, and it soon attracted a roster of A-list celebrities, including Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Tobey Maguire.

The List was a cash cow for Salomon, but it also attracted the attention of law enforcement. In 2009, the FBI raided the List and arrested Salomon and several other players. Salomon was charged with money laundering and illegal gambling, and he eventually pleaded guilty to the charges. He was sentenced to two years in prison, and the List was shut down.

The List Kingpin is a fascinating look into the world of high-stakes gambling and the celebrities who were involved in it. Salomon tells the story of how he built the List, how he ran it, and how he eventually brought it down. The book is full of juicy details and behind-the-scenes stories, and it provides a unique glimpse into the world of Hollywood's elite.

If you're a fan of poker, gambling, or celebrity gossip, then you'll love The List Kingpin. It's a wild ride from start to finish, and it's a story that you won't soon forget.

Here's a few excerpts from the book:

"I knew that if I could get the right people involved, the List would be a success. And I knew that the best way to get the right people involved was to make it exclusive." - Rick Salomon

"The List was a cash cow for me. I was making millions of dollars a year. But I also knew that it was only a matter of time before the FBI came knocking at my door." - Rick Salomon

"I'm not proud of what I did. But I'm not ashamed of it either. I'm just a guy who got caught up in the glamour and excitement of Hollywood. And I paid the price." - Rick Salomon

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