Doyle Brunson, greatest referred to as “The Godfather of Poker” and one of the crucial dominant figures within the sport, has died.
Brunson handed away Sunday, in response to his agent, Brian Balsbaugh. His reason behind dying was not disclosed.
Balsbaugh posted an announcement to Twitter from Brunson’s household … “It is with a heavy coronary heart we announce the passing of our father, Doyle Brunson. He was a beloved Christian man, husband, father and grandfather.”
The message continued, “We’ll have extra to say over the approaching days as we honor his legacy. Please maintain Doyle and our household in your prayers. May he relaxation in peace.”
Brunson, affectionately referred to as ‘Texas Dolly’ after the press misinterpreted an identical nickname that caught, achieved a lot greatness on the earth of poker. He received 10 World Series of Poker tournaments, second solely to Phil Hellmuth‘s 16 victories.
Rest in Peace to the Biggest Legend of Them All. Thank you for being the consummate participant and gentleman. No one will ever fill your seat. pic.twitter.com/riE35PCrQh
— WSOP – World Series of Poker (@WSOP) May 15, 2023
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The Texas-born playing cards icon additionally secured back-to-back world championships — in 1976 and 1977 — and was later inducted into the 1988 Poker Hall of Fame.
Brunson was the primary participant to ever win $1 million in poker tournaments. He additionally penned a preferred ebook entitled, “Super System,” which detailed poker methods and was instrumental in luring individuals to the sport.
At his final poker championship in 2016, Brunson got here in sixth, however the consequence did nothing to harm his fame as one of many all-time greatest gamers.
His affect even touched these past the poker world. Actor James Woods tweeted partially, “This one is a heartbreaker. Doyle Brunson, the best poker participant who ever lived, has cashed in his chips. A gentleman and a real legend.”
Brunson was 89.
RIP