Frank Rosenthal | |
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| Born | Frank Lawrence Rosenthal June 12, 1929 |
| Died | October 13, 2008 (aged 79) Miami Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Bookmaker Casino owner |
| Years active | 1950–1987 |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 3 |
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.