Poker People

From player biographies to stories about the lives of today's top poker stars. This includes special events sponsored by players, and anything going on with their lives on and off the poker table.

• The Other Side of the Felt, Vol. 11: 2002 WSOP, Before the Boom, Part 3 -- Phil Ivey

  May 20, 2008,

  The 2002 World Series of Poker saw the emergence of today's biggest poker celebrity. At this point I have to apologize to Doyle Brunson, Daniel Negreanu, and of course "the other Phil," but without a doubt Phil Ivey has become...

   

• Women's Poker Spotlight: Liv Boeree, New European Ladies Champion

  May 15, 2008,

  23-year-old Olivia "Liv" Boeree is more than just the new European Ladies champion; there's an educated astrophysicist behind those darting eyes. Boeree, originally from Kent, became the UK spokesperson...

   

• The Other Side of the Felt, Vol. 10: 2002 WSOP, Before the Boom, Part 2

  May 13, 2008,

  The 2002 World Series of Poker kicked off with a pair of limit events, and at the time we allowed dealers to play in the tournaments. Mike Majarus had been hired to deal the WSOP, but after taking third in the Employees Limit Hold'em...

   

• Justin Bonomo Signs with Bodog, Discusses Future

  May 05, 2008,

  Bodog will officially announce today the newest member of Team Bodog, Justin "ZeeJustin" Bonomo. The young but already accomplished LA native has enjoyed immediate success since bursting onto the live-poker scene, from becoming...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Jennifer 'Jennicide' Leigh

  April 04, 2008,

  This week, online poker player Jennifer 'Jennicide' Leigh made her appearance in the current issue of Playboy Magazine. PokerNews caught up with Jennifer for an interview just before she hit the stands...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Brandon Cantu

  March 22, 2008,

  Rarely does a week pass by without news of a big score by a formerly unknown poker player. Brandon Cantu was once one of those names, most of which are rarely heard from again. Vancouver native Cantu emerged from nowhere to win...

   

• Women's Poker Spotlight: Poker's Fresh New Faces

  March 06, 2008,

  As we prepare for the 2008 World Series of Poker, it's interesting to ponder what this year's field of women poker players might be like. 2007 was a fantastic year for women in poker as we witnessed the creation of the Women...

   

• Turning 18: Josh 'JJProdigy' Field, Live from the Aussie Millions

  January 09, 2008,

  The saga of young California player Josh 'JJProdigy' Field saw another chapter written on Wednesday when Field, who just turned 18 and became eligible for many international poker events, played in his first live event at the Aussie Millions...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: T6 Poker's Torben Hubertz

  January 02, 2008,

  Among the newest online poker sites to make its presence known is T6 Poker. Under the leadership of its founder, Torben Hubertz, T6 Poker has quickly jumped from the gate, offering a specialized lineup of games catering to a young...

   

• Women's Poker Spotlight: Debbie Burkhead – Livin' and Lovin' Poker

  December 13, 2007,

  Chances are you've probably played poker with Debbie Burkhead sometime in your poker career if you play and follow the circuit at all. You may not recognize the name but you will remember the face as she probably knocked you out...

   

• The PokerNews Profile: Annette "Annette_15" Obrestad

  December 11, 2007,

  Every screen name tells a story and Annette_15's is no different. As the legend goes, Annette Obrestad, a petite, dark-eyed teenager from a small coastal town in Norway, began playing poker at age 15. Formerly a competitive bowler...

   

• Poker Legend David 'Chip' Reese Dead at 56

  December 04, 2007,

  The poker world erupted with shock and condolences this morning as news spread that three-time WSOP bracelet winner and legendary cash-game player David "Chip" Reese died early today, at the age of 56. His dominance in poker...

   

• The PokerNews Profile: Jonathan Little

  December 04, 2007,

  Walking through a crowded tournament field, it's often easy to miss Jonathan Little. He's never the loudest guy at the table or the flashiest dresser. With his eyes often hidden behind dark sunglasses, Little is quiet, methodical...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Justin Bonomo

  November 30, 2007,

  In the past, Justin "ZeeJustin" Bonomo was strictly an online phenom, known throughout the poker world for his accomplishments. He turned 21 in late 2006, and now, that's all changing. Bonomo first attracted attention for breaking...

   

• Women's Poker Spotlight: Top Ten Women, Career Earnings

  November 29, 2007,

  The order of who has the most in tournament earnings seems to change from month to month, what with so many large tournaments over lapping each other. It's nearly impossible for players to make it every opportunity they have to play...

   

• The PokerNews Profile: Bill Edler

  November 27, 2007,

  'The nicest guy in the game.' 'A gentleman.' 'Completely deserving of all his success.' These are just a few of the responses you'll hear if you ask around the poker world about Bill Edler. The intelligent, soft-spoken...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Scott Huff

  November 19, 2007,

  Out of all the names and faces that have been involved with poker radio journalism, there is perhaps one name most synonymous with it: Scott Huff. Huff has been at the forefront of poker radio for years. In fact, he's been a part...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Chris Vaughn

  November 09, 2007,

  Chris Vaughn is one of the faces behind Bluff Magazine, having worked there since August 2006. Since that time, he's worked his way up from an internship to managing editor of the magazine. One of Vaughn's job perks is talking to the best...

   

• The PokerNews Interview: Joe Sebok

  October 19, 2007,

  Joe Sebok's house of cards keeps falling down around him. First, he was involved in the poker radio show The Circuit, but the original hosts left after nine months. Then came PokerWire Radio, which just recently went under along with...

   

• Women's Poker Spotlight: Jan Fisher – The Secret to Her Success

  October 17, 2007,

  My first meeting with Jan was about five years ago when I first became supportive and proactive in women's poker. Since then, Jan and I have become fast and good friends through poker. A demure lady but very intense about her dedication...

   

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