4x Pro Bowler & Buffalo Bills Captain Dion Dawkins Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
Buffalo Bills captain and three-time Pro Bowler Dion Dawkins detailed his life and career in a new VladTV exclusive. The football pro talked about his upbringing in Rahway, New Jersey. Despite growing up in a two-parent home, Dawkins admitted to being a troublemaker in school and having to attend a military prep school after not being heavily recruited out of high school. Eventually, the left tackle managed to play Division 1 football at Temple University but suffered a setback when he was arrested following an altercation at a club. After a successful tenure at Temple and a positive showing at the NFL Combine, Dawkins was drafted by the Bills in the second round. Throughout the rest of the interview, Dawkins opens up about his career as an NFL pro, including signing a $53 million extension, Damar Hamlin suffering cardiac arrest during a nationally televised game, the Bills' rivalry with the Kansas City Chiefs, and much more.
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Terry Watanabe on Ban From Wynn for Compulsive Gambling, Losing $127M in 1 Year on Slots
Terry Watanabe, once a high-profile gambler in Las Vegas, opened up about his battle with compulsive gambling and alcoholism that led to a staggering $127 million loss in just one year. Watanabe revealed that his gambling journey began modestly at Iowa’s Harris Casino before escalating at the Wynn casino around 2006. During this period, his gambling was fueled by heavy drinking, a struggle he acknowledged had roots dating back to his early 20s.His addiction caught the attention of Steve Wynn himself, who confronted Watanabe about his lack of control and ultimately banned him from the Wynn casino. Following this, Watanabe continued his gambling spree at Caesars Palace, focusing mainly on slot machines, which contributed to one of the biggest losing streaks in Las Vegas history. Reflecting on his experience, Watanabe described his betting as a way to have fun, despite the heavy personal and financial toll.
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Terry Watanabe on Becoming CEO of His Dad's Company at 20, Selling the Business for $400M (Part 1)
At just 20 years old, Terry Watanabe took the helm of his father Harry Watanabe’s import company, Oriental Trading Company, which his father had started after immigrating from Hiroshima, Japan. Originally a small carnival distribution business, Terry strategically expanded focus, growing the company to $300 million in annual revenue by 2000. Under his leadership, the company grossed up to $25 million per month and grew significantly. In 2000, at age 43, Terry sold the family-run business for $400 million, personally receiving around $350 million from the deal. Despite being a lucrative sale, the company changed hands multiple times afterward, eventually becoming part of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway portfolio.
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Sebastian Telfair on Going to Prison, Where He's Currently Locked Up with Diddy (Flashback)
Sebastian Telfair discussed his upcoming six-month prison sentence for violating probation related to a $358,000 fraud scheme involving false invoices to the NBA player health plan. He expressed frustration over the conditions of his probation, including being forced to stay in New York and not being credited for his community service and work in media. Telfair also criticized the NBA for not supporting him and compared his case to Glen "Big Baby" Davis, who received a harsher sentence for a smaller amount. The conversation also touched on Kobe Bryant's legacy, NBA gambling issues, and the WNBA's pay disparity. The interview also addresses personal experiences and opinions on prenuptial agreements, particularly in the context of professional athletes.
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Big U of the Rollin 60s Tells His Life Story (Flashback)
In 2018, Big U sat down to discuss LA life and street culture. He elaborated on personal stories such as his own encounters with the police. Big U also spoke on Suge Knight and Nipsey Hussle. Take a look at the full interview above.
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