You Bet Your Life

The inspiring true story of a popular national broadcaster who thought he had it alluntil he lost it. Growing up poor and black in the rigidly segregated South, Spencer Christian relied on his familys solid work ethic, commitment to education, and Christian faith to carve a path to success and national visibility. As weatherman and co-host for ABCs Good Morning America, he thought he had everythinga loving wife and children, a beautiful home, and a rewarding and remarkable career. Yet, he was living a double life. For nearly 30 years, he was a compulsive gambler. By the time he found the courage to confront his dependence, he had lost millions, his home, his joband most importanthis family. You Bet Your Life tells the roller-coaster story of Christians rise to success and crash to rock bottom. It also details his rebounding, rebuilding, and recovering of hope and happiness. This gripping and transparent tale will amuse, shock, and inspire.