Jackpot: Allen Kessler Strikes Gold on California Slot Machine

A well-known poker player secured a remarkable win of over $1.2 million after an intense 12-hour session on the slot machines at Thunder Valley Casino Resort in California on Monday night.

Allen "Chainsaw" Kessler emerged as the fortunate jackpot winner during a marathon session, betting $125 per spin.

"I can’t believe it,” he exclaimed in a video captured after his win. “Oh my God… Did that really happen… I’ve been here for 12 hours."

The winning amount on the slot machine totaled just under $1,210,108.
Later, Kessler shared his excitement on X, formerly known as Twitter, posting, “Nothing is bothering me today.”

Kessler hit the jackpot while playing a Buffalo Power Pay slot machine, a creation of Aristocrat Gaming.

A Las Vegas resident, Kessler was described by the casino as a "loyal patron" who has frequented Thunder Valley for over a decade, often participating in poker tournaments and trying his luck on the slots at the Lincoln, Calif. casino.

“I’ve had a lot of good fortune at Thunder Valley over the years, and I always enjoy coming here,” Kessler stated.

Kessler’s Poker Achievements

Beyond his recent slot success, Kessler is recognized for his poker accomplishments, having participated in the World Series of Poker (WSOP). He has claimed four WSOP Circuit rings and earned approximately $2.3 million, according to BroBible. At the 2024 WSOP in Las Vegas, Kessler won an additional $30,000.

Overall, his career winnings exceed $3.87 million, as reported by Wikipedia.

Palms Casino Visitor Wins $2.1M

A mystery player at Las Vegas’s Palms Casino Resort took home over $2.1 million on Friday after betting just $3 on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine, created by International Game Technology.

The massive win occurred when the player, visiting from Texas, had less than a dollar left on the machine.

The casino has not disclosed further details about the winner.

Seminole Hard Rock Casino Jackpot of $1.3M

An unnamed player hit a $1.3 million jackpot last week at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa. The lucky winner had wagered $25 on a Golden Century Dragon Link slot machine, also by Aristocrat Gaming.

The exact jackpot amount was $1,300,847.68.

Record-Breaking Pai Gow Jackpot at The Venetian
A visitor at The Venetian Las Vegas claimed a record-breaking Pai Gow jackpot on July 21.
The player was dealt a seven-card straight flush, resulting in a $2,211,469 payout.

A $5 side bet led to this life-changing progressive jackpot.

Treasure Island Slot Win of $122,720

Another lucky visitor at Treasure Island Las Vegas casino walked away with $122,720 on July 16 after placing a $3 bet on a slot machine.

The casino did not reveal the identity of the winner but confirmed the person was a resident of Texas. The win came from a Monte Carlo Spin and Win slot machine.

Source: https://www.casino.org/news/jackpot-allen-kessler-wins-1-2m-on-california-casino-slot-machine/