BetMGM signs actor Jerry Ferrara as new brand ambassador, co-host of Unleashed podcast

Sports betting and iGaming operator BetMGM announced Wednesday the signing of actor Jerry Ferrara as a celebrity brand ambassador and its newest podcast host. The breakout Entourage star will co-host episodes of Unleashed, BetMGM’s weekly sports podcast. Ferrara will also be featured in upcoming BetMGM marketing campaigns and participate in fan events for the brand.

Jerry Ferrara said: “As a diehard sports fan, I couldn’t be more excited about legalized sports betting and having the opportunity to partner with an industry leader like BetMGM. It’s an honor to be the first BetMGM ambassador to co-host Unleashed and I’m excited to share my passion and knowledge with fellow sports fans.”

#Unleashed is BACK 🙌@OliviaDekker and her new co-host, @jerryferrara, talk about the Bills' odds to win the AFC East and if anyone in the division can challenge them 🏈

Full Episode 🔗: https://t.co/h71PI1MZsS pic.twitter.com/RpWAuLX9ng

— BetMGM 🦁 (@BetMGM) August 11, 2022

Ferrara is a three-time Screen Actors Guild Award-nominee who has appeared in numerous TV shows and films including HBO’s Entourage, Starz’s Power, Last Vegas, Lone Survivor, and Think Like a Man. The actor also hosts Bad 4 Business (B4B), a wide-ranging podcast featuring interviews with athletes, actors and everyday people.

Matt Prevost, Chief Revenue Officer at BetMGM, added: "Jerry Ferrara is a talented actor and a passionate sports fan. We’re looking forward to creating unique content for our podcast and other BetMGM-related opportunities that we believe sports fans will love.”