Man Hits $1.3 Million Blackjack Jackpot On $5 Side Bet

  • The FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Michigan paid out a $1.3 million progressive blackjack jackpot to one lucky guest.
  • Anthony from Indiana triggered the progressive jackpot and immediately called his mom in an emotion-packed video.
  • Online blackjack players can find similar progressive jackpots with Bovada Casino.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. – A man won a progressive jackpot worth over $1.3 million while playing blackjack in Michigan. The life-changing blackjack Triple Diamond Progressive jackpot paid out $1,376,465.30 on just a $5 side bet.

The $5 Bonus Spin Xtreme side bet was triggered by the dealer’s first two cards equaling a hard 16, activating the three virtual wheels with varying bonus payouts. His qualifying hand just happened to trigger the “must-hit” progressive jackpot, resulting in the $1.3 million win. The lucky guest, Anthony from Indiana, quickly called his mother to tell her that “they’re moving out the hood” after cashing in on the massive win.

The video went viral on social media and surely inspired more Michigan blackjack players to visit FireKeepers. The Vice President of Gaming Operations at FireKeepers Casino Hotel expressed his excitement for Anthony’s big win on the lucky side bet.

“This jackpot is a perfect example of the excitement and big moments our progressive table games can deliver,” said Vice President Steve Senk in a statement. “Moments like this are why we design our tables and experiences to keep the energy high and the possibilities endless for every guest.”

Find Blackjack Games With Progressive Jackpots Online

Those looking to recreate Anthony’s legendary win might struggle to find a table at FireKeepers, but there’s always plenty of room at the live dealer blackjack tables at Bovada Casino. This online casino offers a handful of blackjack games with side bet jackpots over $1 million in real money, just waiting to be claimed.