Doyle Brunson, the ‘Godfather of Poker,’ dies at 89 – National | 24CA News
Doyle Brunson, probably the most influential poker gamers of all time and a two-time world champion, died Sunday, in keeping with his agent.
Brunson was 89.
Brian Balsbaugh, Brunson’s agent, posted an announcement on Twitter from the household.
“It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our father, Doyle Brunson,” the assertion learn. “He was a beloved Christian man, husband, father and grandfather. We’ll have more to say over the coming days as we honor his legacy. Please keep Doyle and our family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.”
Condolences from poker gamers and notable figures within the poker world flooded social media following the news.
Brunson, known as the Godfather of Poker and often known as “Texas Dolly,” received 10 World Series of Poker tournaments — second solely to Phil Hellmuth’s 16. He additionally captured world championships in 1976 and 1977 and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 1988.
He wrote a e-book known as Super System in 1979, which was one of many first books to delve into poker technique and created a long-lasting influence that helped deliver many others to the sport.
Five-time WSOP winner Scotty Nguyen tweeted that he “can’t believe this day has come – you will always be held high in our hearts, the man, the myth, the legend & THE GODFATHER of poker baby! Mr Brunson, you made poker what it is baby! thank you for what you give to all of us baby! RIP Mr Doyle Brunson THE GODFATHER OF POKER.”
His affect carried past poker.
“This one is a heartbreaker,” actor James Woods tweeted. “Doyle Brunson, the greatest poker player who ever lived, has cashed in his chips.
“Doyle was so kind and helpful to me. He was gracious to my late dear brother and every friend I introduced him to. A gentleman and a genuine legend.”
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