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Ben Mezrich: From Millions in Debt to Global Fame
NewsMay 22, 2022·1 min read

Ben Mezrich: From Millions in Debt to Global Fame


Ben Mezrich is a popular American writer and screenwriter known for his works on gambling, trading, and finance. His screenplay for the film 'The Social Network' and the series 'Billionaires' are among his notable works. Mezrich's latest book, 'Anti-Social Network,' covers the events of early 2021 when Reddit users orchestrated a financial upheaval on Wall Street.

Mezrich's financial struggles included owing around $2 million in debt at the age of 26. His meeting with MIT students led to his involvement in the book 'Bringing Down the House' and the film '21.'

Mezrich's biggest hit is the screenplay for the film '21' and the book 'Bringing Down the House.' His book 'Straight Flush' details the rise and fall of AbsolutePoker.

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