Larry Flynt, the renowned adult entertainment mogul, has been making waves in the business world for decades. From his early days as the founder of Hustler Casino to his more recent ventures, including purchasing the Normandie Casino, Flynt has consistently pushed boundaries and challenged norms.
Hustler Casino: The Birthplace of Flynt's Success
In 2000, Flynt opened his first card room venture, Hustler Casino, located in Gardena, a suburb of Los Angeles. This marked the beginning of Flynt's journey to becoming one of the most successful adult entertainment moguls in the world.
The Normandie Casino: A New Venture for Flynt
In 2016, Flynt purchased the Normandie Casino, also based in Gardena. He later renamed this venue Larry Flynt's Lucky Lady Casino, further solidifying his presence in the industry.
A Lawsuit Against California
In 2016, Flynt filed a lawsuit against the state of California after opening his second casino. The issue revolved around a 35-year-old rule that prohibited card room licensees from holding more than a 1% interest in an out-of-state casino offering gambling deemed illegal under California law. Flynt argued that this rule was unconstitutional.
A US District Court judge partially denied the state's motion to dismiss the four-year-old case, indicating that there were still issues to be resolved.
Personal Affinity for Gambling
In a 2010 interview with KLAS-TV, Flynt discussed his personal affinity for gambling. "I love to gamble," he said. "See, I don't do much mountain climbing or water skiing or any of that stuff." Flynt even participated in the World Series of Poker, finishing eighth in the $5,000 7-Card Stud tournament.
The People vs. Larry Flynt: A Film Based on His Life
Flynt's life has been immortalized in film. Director Milos Forman depicted several of his legal battles over the regulation of pornography in the 1996 film The People vs. Larry Flynt, starring Woody Harrelson as the business mogul.
A History of Legal Battles
Over the course of his career, Flynt has become embroiled in a number of legal battles regarding the regulation of pornography. One such case began with a parody cartoon depicting conservative political commentator Jerry Falwell.
The court ultimately ruled 8-0 in Flynt's favor, arguing that the "actual-malice" standard did not apply, as the cartoon established itself as a parody and was protected by the First Amendment.
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