October 12, 1981.
French actors and musicians gather to inaugurate the new roulette table at Casino d’Enghien. In front are (L-R): Actor Charles Aznavour, singer Mireille Mathieu, actor Gerard Depardieu, and singer Jeane Manson.

photographer: Pierre Vauthey

I am a roulette player. Neither an “editor” nor a “mathematician”. The difference is that I put my money where my mouth is. Most roulette sites are written by editors who have never placed a bet. They recycle knowledge and recite Wikipedia. And they are paid to write. I have paid dearly for every single word I write. I have invested money, time, aspirations and grey matter in roulette.