ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (August 12, 2011) – Excitement is in the cards at the Tropicana Casino & Resort with a celebrity appearance from Don Johnson on September 2 and 3.  No, it’s not that Don Johnson of Miami Vice fame, but rather the local personality who won $5.5 million at the Tropicana’s tables in April of this year.

“We’re thrilled to have Don host our $100,000 Winner-Take-All Blackjack Tournament on September 2 & 3,” said Tony Rodio, president and chief executive officer. “Since winning over $5 million at one of our blackjack tables himself, Don has become a celebrity over night since his big wins in AC. Now our customers have the opportunity to meet and play with or against him in this tournament.” said Rodio.

New members can take advantage of an unprecedented offer: to get in on the action of a big money, invitational tournament. By signing up for a free Diamond Club card on September 2 at the Promotions Booth, new club members will get a chance to play in Tropicana’s $100,000 Winner-Take-All Blackjack Tournament, an otherwise invitation-only event.

These new members and invited guests will participate in a “Ready, Set, Go Blackjack” qualifying round, that will take place from 5 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. on Friday, September 2. The top seven scorers will then advance to the $100,000 Winner-Take-All Blackjack Tournament, which takes place at 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 3, along with 42 invited guests including Don Johnson and 7 qualifiers.

On September 2 at 3:00 PM, to thank the celebrity for making this appearance, Tropicana is happily donating $10,000 to Don Johnson’s favorite charity: the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation which supports innovative community efforts to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness.

In addition to hosting the event, Johnson will be on hand from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, September 2 to greet players and pose for photos before the qualifying round of the tournament.

Tropicana Atlantic City continues to offer the highest limits of all Atlantic City casinos, as well as on the entire East Coast.

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