Ryan Seacrest Sued for Promoting Illegal Casino in California

Ryan Seacrest, well-known for hosting 'American Idol' and 'Wheel of Fortune,' is being sued in California for allegedly promoting ChumbaCasino.com, an online sweepstakes casino accused of operating illegally in the state. The lawsuit, filed by Aubrey Carillo, claims Seacrest’s endorsement of the site on social media and in advertisements contributes to the spread of gambling addiction, including among minors. Carillo alleges financial losses and seeks to have the site shut down in California while barring Seacrest from profiting from its operations. The suit highlights concerns over unregulated online gambling and cites a rise in gambling addiction associated with such platforms. Seacrest’s representatives have not publicly commented, while sources close to him reportedly dismiss the case as a 'nuisance lawsuit.' This legal action reflects increasing scrutiny by regulators and lawmakers of celebrity involvement in online gambling promotions.