HOLLYWOOD – As part of a celebration to recognize surpassing $1 billion in jackpots awarded in 2021, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood awarded $100,000 to casino guest Sergio Montoya of Miami. Montoya hit a jackpot at the casino Nov. 15 and also received the six-figure surprise from Seminole Hard Rock.

Former Miami Dolphins star Jason Taylor was on site to congratulate Montoya.

As a bonus, Seminole Hard Rock also surprised Taylor by making a $100,000 donation to the Jason Taylor Foundation.

“It is unexpected but very much appreciated,” Taylor said in a statement. “Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood has always been a partner to the Jason Taylor Foundation. When things were tight during the pandemic, not only did they step up, but they gave more. They always find a way to prop us up and help us succeed.”

Founded in 2004, the Taylor’s nonprofit focuses on helping children in need in South Florida through health care, education and quality of life.

Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood has awarded more than 340,000 jackpots this year.

“We are proud to have awarded more than $1 billion in jackpots before the end of the year,” Justin Wyborn, the property’s assistant general manager said in a statement. “As the premier entertainment destination in South Florida, we are constantly striving to provide guests with the ultimate experience, not only on the gaming floor, but throughout the property as a whole.”