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Doyle Brunson, The "godfather of poker," Died at age 89

Doyle Brunson, one of the most influential poker players of all time and a two-time world champion, died Sunday, according to his agent. Brunson was 89.

Branson’s agent Brian Balsbaugh posted a statement on Twitter on behalf of the family.

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Doyle Brunson,” the statement read. “He was a beloved Christian man, husband, father and grandfather. We want to say more in the coming days to honor his legacy. Please keep Doyle and our family in your prayers. May he rest in peace.”

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Doyle Brunson is pictured before playing at the final table of the World Series of Poker on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, in Las Vegas.

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Brunson, called the “Godfather of Poker” and also known as the “Texas Dolly,” won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments – second only to Phil Hellmuth’s 16. He also captured the World Championship in 1976 and 1977 and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame. Fame in 1988.

He wrote a book called “Super System” in 1979, which was one of the first books on poker strategy and made a lasting impact that helped bring many more to the game.

“Rest in peace to the greatest legend. Thank you for being the consummate player and gentleman. No one will ever fill your seat,” the World Series of Poker tweeted.

Rest in peace to the greatest legend of them all. Thank you for being the consummate player and gentleman. No one will fill your seat. pic.twitter.com/riE35PCrQh

— WSOP – World Series of Poker (@WSOP) May 15, 2023

Five-time WSOP winner Scotty Gwen tweeted that he “can’t believe this day has come – you will always be in our hearts, the man, the myth, the legend, and the godfather of the poker baby! Mr. Brunson, you made poker what a baby! You made us all. Thank you for all you do! Shout out to Mr. Doyle Brunson, Godfather of Poker.”

He was a “legend” to his longtime poker opponent Daniel Negreanu.

“Never again Doyle Brunson,” Negreanu tweeted. “He will be missed by many, the godfather of poker.”

His influence carried beyond poker.

“This is heartbreaking,” actor James Woods tweeted. “Doyle Brunson, the greatest poker player of all time, cashed in his chips.”

This one is a heartbreaker. Doyle Brunson, the greatest poker player of all time, cashed in his chips.

Doyle was very kind and helpful to me. He was kind to my late dear brother and to every friend to whom I introduced him. A gentleman and a true legend. #TexasDolly #RIP https://t.co/Zqc4C1Tc9t pic.twitter.com/Ad9ht8uNQg

— James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) May 15, 2023

“Doyle was very kind and helpful to me. He was my late dear brother and he was kind to all the friends I introduced him to. A gentleman and a true legend.”

Born in Texas, Brunson played basketball in college but a knee injury ended his hopes of turning pro.

AFP contributed to this report.

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