Oscar Baylin Goodman is an American politician best known for playing Himself in the film Casino.
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Best Known For:The film Casino
Breakthrough:Elected Mayor of Las Vegas in a landslide victory in 1999
10 Quick Facts About Oscar Baylin Goodman
- Full Name: Oscar Baylin Goodman
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Politician
- Known For: the film Casino
- Current Role: Former Mayor of Las Vegas
- Age: 86 years old
- Date of Birth: July 26, 1939
- Place of Birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Carolyn Goodman
Oscar Baylin Goodman Age
Oscar Baylin Goodman is about 87 years old as of 2026. Oscar Baylin Goodman was born in 1939.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Haverford College and University of Pennsylvania Law School.
- Haverford College
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Period: 1961
- University of Pennsylvania Law School
- Qualification: Juris Doctor (JD)
- Field of Study: Law
- Period: 1964
Career & Work
Oscar Baylin Goodman's career includes public service roles with City of Las Vegas and Self-Employed.
Organization: City of Las Vegas
Role: Mayor
Period: 1999–2011
Details: Las Vegas, NV
Organization: Self-Employed
Role: Defense Attorney
Period: 1964–1999
Details: Las Vegas, NV · Renowned for representing high-profile mob figures including Anthony Spilotro and Frank Rosenthal.
Rise to Fame
Oscar Baylin Goodman rose to prominence for his role in the film Casino.
Notable Works
Notable works include Casino and Being Oscar: From Mob Lawyer to Mayor of Las Vegas.
Film
- Film: Casino (Himself, 1995) — Played himself in the Martin Scorsese film.
Book
- Book: Being Oscar: From Mob Lawyer to Mayor of Las Vegas (Author, 2013)
Oscar Baylin Goodman Family & Relationships
Oscar Baylin Goodman is married to Carolyn Goodman. He has 4 children, including Oscar B. Goodman Jr. and Ross C. Goodman.
- Children:
- Oscar B. Goodman Jr.
- Ross C. Goodman
- Eric L. Goodman
- Cara Goodman
Personal Information
- Full Name: Oscar Baylin Goodman
- Popular As: Oscar Goodman
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Politician
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: July 26, 1939
- Age: 86
- Birthday: July 26
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Place of Birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Carolyn Goodman
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Multiple Sources
Related Biographies
- Carolyn Goodman (Spouse • Wife and successor as Mayor)
