Frank Rosenthal

Frank Rosenthal
Born
Frank Lawrence Rosenthal

(1929-06-12)June 12, 1929
DiedOctober 13, 2008(2008-10-13) (aged 79)
Occupation(s)Bookmaker
Casino owner
Years active1950–1987
Spouse
(m. 1969; div. 1981)
Children3

Frank Lawrence Rosenthal (June 12, 1929 – October 13, 2008), also known as "Lefty" Rosenthal, was an American professional sports gambler, Las Vegas casino executive, organized crime associate, and FBI informant. Rosenthal, who was once called "the greatest living expert on sports gambling" by Sports Illustrated, is credited with bringing increased exposure to sports betting to Las Vegas in the 1970s.

Rosenthal's life and career in Las Vegas served as the basis of Martin Scorsese's 1995 film Casino, where he was portrayed by Robert De Niro and re-named Sam "Ace" Rothstein.