Fantasy Life Secures $2M After a Star-Studded Line-Up of Hollywood Stars and Involvement of LeBron James’ Family

Published 08/27/2023, 10:02 PM EDT

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Have you ever dreamed of rubbing shoulders with sports legends, both on and off the field? Well, the dream just turned into reality. Fantasy Life, the trailblazing fantasy sports and sports betting media company, just scored a whopping $2 million boost from some of the biggest names in Hollywood and the world of sports.

Ever wondered about the allure of fantasy sports and betting? It’s not just us regular folks who are hooked – it’s a hit with the A-listers too. Imagine the likes of Grammy-winning artist John Legend, ace quarterback Joe Burrow from the Cincinnati Bengals, and the formidable Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills all joining hands. In short, Fantasy Life boasts a star-studded lineup showing the growing influence of fantasy gaming in the realms of both sports and technology.

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Fantasy Life is the brainchild of Matthew Berry, a name synonymous with fantasy sports wisdom. Berry, a heavyweight NBC Sports analyst, has cemented his place as America’s go-to fantasy sports guru. Further, he has harnessed a network that resonates across the sporting world, powering Fantasy Life to unimaginable heights.

 

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Apart from Legend, Burrow, and Allen, we’ve got Ja’Marr Chase, and Austin Ekeler, from the Bengals and Los Angeles Chargers. LeBron James‘ LRMR Ventures and Maverick Carter, a prominent figure in sports marketing, have also graced this venture.

Further, joining the ranks are tech titans like Chad Hurley, YouTube’s co-founder, and the mastermind behind Wasserman, CEO Casey Wasserman. But the power-packed roster doesn’t stop there. It includes Roger Ehrenberg, co-owner of the Miami Marlins, and the visionary Jason Stein. With these titans at the helm, Fantasy Life’s journey is bound to be nothing short of legendary.

Fantasy Life past and future

Fantasy Life, once a humble daily email newsletter named “Best Fantasy Football,” has swiftly evolved into a one-stop platform. Today it offers top-notch rankings, trade insights, start/sit recommendations, and more across NFL and other sports.

According to Axios, Fantasy Life’s allure extends beyond electronic media. Its weekday show on SiriusXM Fantasy Sports Radio and the captivating Fantasy Life Pick n’ Play game on Facebook further amplify its appeal.

With this $2 million infusion, Fantasy Life aims to amplify its already exhilarating offerings. The plan? To expand its horizons in the realm of fantasy sports and betting media, offering users an even richer experience. Hence, the potential is limitless, and the journey is just getting started.

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Peek behind the scenes, and you’ll find a power-packed board driving Fantasy Life’s visionary journey. From Dave Nemetz, co-founder of Bleacher Report, to the dynamic duo of Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin, co-CEOs of theSkimm, these luminaries are set to redefine the game.

Berry’s brainchild, Fantasy Life, kickstarted as a daily email newsletter in 2020. Fast forward, and it commands a devoted following of 350,000 email subscribers, coupled with a staggering 2 million monthly visitors to fantasylife.com.

With this venture, Berry has solidified his dedication to Fantasy Life. The support from NBC Sports has allowed him to nurture this dream, backed by a loyal team, including CEO Eliot Crist. As the media landscape continues to evolve, this move serves as a reminder that talents and journalists are shaping their narratives.

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So, what’s on the horizon for Fantasy Life? And here’s a question for you as well. Will you join the Fantasy Life fanfare? The adventure’s just beginning, and the invitation is open.

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