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Martin Compston's Vegas Discovery
Martin Compston explores Las Vegas in new documentary after meeting wife from the city.
In brief
Martin Compston explores Las Vegas in new documentary after meeting wife from the city. Martin Compston, a UK actor, visits Las Vegas with his wife to learn more about his adopted city in a Channel 4 documentary. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Martin Compston's Vegas journey
Martin Compston, a 42-year-old UK actor, met his wife Tianna, a native Las Vegan, after growing up in Greenock, Scotland.
Vegas as home
Martin now lives in Las Vegas with his wife, having moved near Tianna's parents after their son's birth.
Vegas population
Las Vegas has 2.4 million residents and is growing quickly, despite being a tourist hotspot.
Documentary project
Martin is filming a three-part Channel 4 documentary titled 'Martin Compston: Living Las Vegas' to explore his adopted city.
Casino stays
Martin visits the Palms Casino Resort, where some suites include full-size basketball courts and bowling alleys.
Casino costs
Each suite at the Palms Casino Resort costs up to $25,000 per night, with each sleeping ten guests.
Cirque du Soleil
Martin joins a Cirque du Soleil show and starts the Bellagio fountains during his Las Vegas adventures.
Mojave Desert
Martin horse-trekks in the Mojave Desert as part of his exploration of Las Vegas.
Arts district
Martin recommends the 18b arts district, which he says is his favorite place in Vegas despite being a 'no-go' area previously.
Red Rock Casino
Martin visits the Red Rock Casino for dates, enjoying its food and jazz-themed cocktail lounge.
Quick weddings
Martin visits the Little White Chapel, where couples get married quickly, including Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez in 2022.
Vegas life
Martin feels more comfortable in Las Vegas now, saying it's his adopted city despite Greenock being his home.
Rod Stewart
Martin met Rod Stewart, a Scottish fan of 'Line of Duty', who helped him find tickets to his show.
Line of Duty finale
Martin is returning for the final series of 'Line of Duty' next year with Adrian Dunbar and Vicky McClure.
Gambling habits
Martin has a budget for gambling, with free drinks at the table as long as he's gambling, to avoid overspending.
Vegas casino culture
Las Vegas makes $15.5 billion a year from gambling, but Martin doesn't get stony broke because of his budget.
The key point
Martin Compston, a UK actor, visits Las Vegas with his wife to learn more about his adopted city in a Channel 4 documentary.
