1. Sheldon Adelson – this Casino billionaire is not only the richest casino owner, he’s also the third-richest man in America. His new Sands Casino in Macao is a major cause of his $26 billion fortune.

2. Stephen Wynn – is No. 86 on the Forbes list and has a net worth of $3.9 billion and climbing. He has also opened a new casino in Macao.

3. William Hilton – comes in third on this list and No. 194 on the Forbes list. The hotel giant and part owner of Harrahs is worth an estimated $2.3 billion.

4. Phillip Ruffin – is worth $2.1 billion, most of which he got from selling property he owned on The Strip since 1998. He also owns the New Frontier Hotel and Casino.

5. Frank and Lorenzo Fertitta – the brothers owned 41 casinos before they bought the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC). They’re worth $1.3 billion apiece and growing.

Getting rich playing blackjack requires one of two things. First, you can have a big bankroll and play at high stakes. If you play at optimum strategy you will certainly have times when you’re up some money. If the stakes are high enough you can get rich. The only problem is getting your hands on a big bankroll with which to play. That can be achieved if you show that you have the skills at the game to someone who’s willing to back you for a share of the winnings.

The other way to get rich at blackjack is to learn how to count cards. Once you know how to do it well you can beat any blackjack game in any casino. The problem is you have to count the cards without the experienced casino staff detecting what you’re doing. If they do suspect you, you’ll be out on your ace.