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William Lee Bergstrom
William Lee Bergstrom (1951 – February 4, 1985 born in Austin, Texas) commonly known as The Suitcase Man or Phantom Gambler, was a gambler and high roller known for placing the largest bet in casino gambling history at the time amounting to $777,000 ($ present day amount) at the Horseshoe Casino, which he won. Bergstrom returned to the Horseshoe three years later in 1984 and placed several additional bets, including a $1 million bet ($ present day value) which he lost.〔 This bet remains as one of the largest bets ever placed in a casino.
==Early life==
Bergstrom was born in Austin, Texas and attended Austin High School graduating in 1969. He attended the University of Texas, but dropped out in 1974. His brother Alan Bergstrom described their childhood as marred. Their parents were divorced and Bill constantly desired the respect and affection of his father.〔
After dropping out Bergstrom made a living selling real estate and owning property in Texas.
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