Bryce Harper Says He Did Not Consent to FanDuel Using His Cameo Video as VIP Reward

Bryce Harper said Monday he did not know FanDuel would use a Cameo video he recorded as a VIP reward and did not consent to its use. The Philadelphia Phillies slugger stated he would not have made the video had he known the company's intent or anything about the recipient, Terry Thompson. Harper recorded the video at the request of Thompson's FanDuel VIP manager, identified as Bryttanni.

The video addressed Thompson by name, mentioned his young son, and carried FanDuel's logo. Thompson had wagered $18.5 million with FanDuel and lost $1.5 million, according to a lawsuit the Public Health Advocacy Institute filed in March in Philadelphia Common Pleas Court on his behalf against FanDuel and DraftKings.

Harper posted his statement on social media hours before participating in the Home Run Derby.

I did not consent to it, and FanDuel had no right to do it," he wrote. " FanDuel said it is committed to fostering a culture of responsible gaming and protecting customers.

The company added that its employees are trained to recognize and flag signs of problem gambling and offer resources.