Lifelong Caesars Rewards Member Hits $1.2M Jackpot

First big winner from Caesars' new multi-casino progressive jackpot network announced in Iowa

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Caesars Entertainment has announced that a longtime member of its Caesars Rewards program, named Michael, won a $1.2 million jackpot playing Ultimate Texas Hold'em at the Horseshoe Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino in Iowa. This is the first million-dollar winner from Caesars' new multi-casino progressive jackpot network that pools prizes from several of its properties in the state.

Why it matters

This win highlights the potential for big payouts that Caesars' new progressive jackpot network can offer players, which the company hopes will attract more customers to its Iowa casinos and boost its Caesars Rewards loyalty program.

The details

The jackpot drop occurred on February 7, 2026, and Michael, a 30-year member of the Caesars Rewards program, hit a royal flush playing Ultimate Texas Hold'em to win the life-altering $1.2 million payout. Caesars used the opportunity to publicize the new progressive jackpot network, which offers hefty prizes across its Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino, Horseshoe Council Bluffs, Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf, and Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo properties in Iowa.

  • The jackpot drop occurred on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Michael

A 30-year member of the Caesars Rewards program who won the $1.2 million jackpot.

Caesars Entertainment

The casino and entertainment company that operates the Horseshoe Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino where the jackpot was won, as well as the new multi-casino progressive jackpot network in Iowa.

Thomas Roberts

The Harrah's & Horseshoe Council Bluffs Senior VP and general manager who commented on the jackpot win.

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What they’re saying

“Michael embodies what makes our Caesars Rewards community so special. We're thrilled to celebrate this incredible jackpot with him and thank him for choosing to play with us for so many years.”

— Thomas Roberts, Harrah's & Horseshoe Council Bluffs Senior VP & general manager (gamblingnews.com)

The takeaway

This jackpot win demonstrates the potential for big payouts that Caesars' new progressive network can offer, which the company hopes will attract more players to its Iowa casinos and boost engagement with its Caesars Rewards loyalty program.