Jay-Z-backed plan for Times Square casino loses bid for NYC license amid Broadway opposition

A proposed Caesars Palace casino in Times Square that's backed by Jay-Z lost its bid for a lucrative New York City-area gambling license on Wednesday after running into fierce opposition from Broadway theater owners and producers who were worried about its potential impact on the theater district.

Sep 17, 2025 - 13:30
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Jay-Z-backed plan for Times Square casino loses bid for NYC license amid Broadway opposition
A proposed Caesars Palace casino in Times Square that's backed by Jay-Z lost its bid for a lucrative New York City-area gambling license on Wednesday after running into fierce opposition from Broadway theater owners and producers who were worried about its potential impact on the theater district.

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