He also captured world championships in 19 and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 1988. May he rest in peace.”īrunson, called the Godfather of Poker and also known as “Texas Dolly,” won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments - second only to Phil Hellmuth's 16. Please keep Doyle and our family in your prayers. We’ll have more to say over the coming days as we honor his legacy.
'He was a beloved Christian man, husband, father and grandfather. “It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our father, Doyle Brunson,' the statement read.