His book “Super System” influenced a generation of poker players, and he was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 1988.īrunson’s agent, Brian Balsbaugh, posted a statement on Twitter from the Brunson family. Nicknamed “Texas Dolly,” Brunson won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments, including the Main Event in 19. Baskow/Las Vegas Review-Journal) Brunson, widely regarded as the “Godfather of Poker,” died Sunday in Las Vegas. Legendary poker player Doyle Brunson gives a remote welcome to all during final table play at the WSOP Main Event within the Bally's Event Center on Friday, July 15, 2022, in Las Vegas.
