Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal: The Genius Gambler Who Ran Vegas for the Mob

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If the memories remind you of the real Vegas, buy us a coffee. Your support helps us preserve Vegas history that deserves to be remembered: https://buymeacoffee.com/americanchronicles Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal survived a car bomb, ran four Las Vegas casinos without a license, and became an FBI informant—all while hosting his own TV show. Discover the untold story of the genius gambler who revolutionized Vegas and played both sides until his death. Frank Rosenthal wasn't just a mobster. He was the mind behind modern Las Vegas sports betting, the first to hire female dealers, and the man who gave Siegfried & Roy their big break. But behind the genius was a double life: running illegal casino operations for the Chicago Outfit while secretly feeding information to the FBI. When the mob tried to kill him with a car bomb in 1982, he survived only because of a metal plate installed in his Cadillac to fix a balancing problem. His wife Geri died weeks later under mysterious circumstances. Decades after his death, the truth emerged: Lefty had been playing the ultimate game—informing on the mob while staying alive. This is the real story of the man who inspired Robert De Niro's character in Casino. That’s your Vegas story for today. Which legend or moment from Las Vegas history stands out to you the most? Drop your thoughts in the comments below — I read every single one and often feature your insights in future episodes. If you enjoyed this deep dive into Sin City’s past and present, hit that like button and subscribe to Vegas Legends for more untold stories of the mob, moguls, musicians, and myths that built the Entertainment Capital of the World. Don’t forget to ring the bell so you never miss our next story from behind the neon lights. Until next time, this is Vegas Legends — where every name has a story. Thanks for watching! #LasVegas #VegasLegends #SinCity #MobHistory #VegasIcons #CasinoStories #VegasHistory #LasVegasMob #OldVegas #VegasDocumentary #VegasStrip #EntertainmentCapital #VegasResidencies