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Jennifer Tilly wins World Series of Poker Tourney
By Hugo Guzman
Jun 30, 2005, 19:10
Actress Jennifer Tilly has made playing card history in Las Vegas, by becoming the first celebrity to win a World Series of Poker tournament.
The 'Bullets Over Broadway' star beat 600 players to capture first place in the two-day Texas Hold 'Em all-girl competition. The main Hold 'Em tournament is still up for grabs. The prize money for this main tournament is $6 million.
Tilly wil get a championship bracelet and more than $158,000 in cash. The actress says she learned to master her poker game from boyfriend and professional player Phil Laak.
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