Jack of Hearts
The Jack of Hearts is a strip club in Grand Theft Auto VI located in the Crosstown neighborhood of Vice City, Leonida. Owned by local businessman Boobie Ike, the club first appeared in the September 2022 leak footage before being officially showcased in Trailer 1.
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Overview
The club is one of several confirmed nightlife and entertainment venues in Vice City. Revenue from the Jack of Hearts reportedly funds Boobie Ike's recording studio, Only Raw Records, where associate Dre'Quan Priest manages operations and books entertainment acts for the club.
Location and Exterior
The Jack of Hearts is situated in the Crosstown neighborhood, one of Vice City's urban districts. In the first trailer, the club's signage and exterior are visible among the neon-lit streets of the city. The building's facade features prominent signage with the venue's name, fitting in with the broader nightlife scene of Crosstown.
Interior
The leaked September 2022 footage revealed a substantial portion of the club's interior, including the main stage area where performers entertain patrons. The interior featured a bar area, seating sections, and atmospheric lighting consistent with a high-end strip club. A sequence From pre-release coverage depicted Lucia and Jason navigating the club during what appeared to be a mission, encountering voiced characters including Dre'Quan Priest and Sam.
Key Facts
Associated Characters
Boobie Ike is the owner of the Jack of Hearts and one of Vice City's more colorful figures. A former street hustler, he built his empire through real estate and entertainment businesses. His character description suggests he is all smiles on the surface but possesses a ruthless edge underneath. He uses the club's earnings to bankroll Only Raw Records.
Dre'Quan Priest handles entertainment booking for the club while also pursuing his own music career through Only Raw Records. He was one of the voiced characters encountered during the leaked mission footage set inside the Jack of Hearts.
Real-World Inspiration
The Jack of Hearts is based on the King of Diamonds, a well-known strip club that formerly operated in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The King of Diamonds was famous in hip-hop culture and was a fixture of Miami's nightlife before its closure. The name "Jack of Hearts" follows the playing card motif of its real-world counterpart while giving the venue its own distinct identity within the GTA universe.