He wrote a book called “Super System” in 1979, which was one of the first books to delve into poker strategy and created a lasting impact that helped bring many others to the game.įive-time WSOP winner Scotty Nguyen tweeted that he “can’t believe this day has come - you will always be held high in our hearts, the man, the myth, the legend & THE GODFATHER of poker baby! Mr Brunson, you made poker what it is baby! thank you for what you give to all of us baby! RIP Mr Doyle Brunson THE GODFATHER OF POKER.” 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.
