Tag

Texas Dolly

All articles tagged with #texas dolly

Poker icon Doyle Brunson passes away at 89.
obituary2 years ago

Poker icon Doyle Brunson passes away at 89.

Doyle Brunson, a legendary poker player known as "Texas Dolly," has died at the age of 89. Brunson won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments and was the first player to win $1 million in tournament play. He was also known for playing in private games with staggering stakes and carrying a pistol for protection. Brunson wrote several books on poker, including "Doyle Brunson's Super System," which became the sport's bible. He is survived by his wife, children, stepdaughter, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Legendary Poker Champion Doyle Brunson Passes Away at 89
sports2 years ago

Legendary Poker Champion Doyle Brunson Passes Away at 89

Doyle Brunson, a ten-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner and member of the Poker Hall of Fame, has died at the age of 89. Known as "Texas Dolly" and the "Godfather of Poker," Brunson won the WSOP main event in back-to-back years in 1976 and 1977 and had more than $6 million in live tournament earnings. He was an ambassador for the game and taught millions how to play through his books, Super System and Super System 2. Brunson is survived by his wife, Louise; his son, Todd; and his daughter, Pam.