Mike Sexton

Old School Poker Legend Sam Grizzle Dies Aged 67

One of poker’s original bad boys, Sam Grizzle, has passed away at the age of 67 following a stroke and subsequent brain aneurysm. Grizzle may not have reached the heights fellow old school grinders like Doyle Brunson have, but...

WPT To Host Special Celebration of Life Ceremony for Mike Sexton

Mike Sexton passed away last week but his impact on poker and players around the world will live on. Since his passing, pros, amateurs, and celebrities have paid tribute to the Voice of the WPT and all he did for the game. In...

RIP Mike Sexton: Poker Mourns Passing of Industry Icon

Mike Sexton, one of poker’s pioneers and a much-loved member of the community, has passed away aged 72. The long-time player and voice of the WPT lost his battle with prostate cancer on Sunday. News of Sexton’s passing was...