The Frank Mariani and Jerry Buss will be hosting their annual charity poker tournament during the ’s signature event, Legends of Poker.
A portion of the $1000 buy-in benefits the Los Angeles Lakers’ Youth Foundation which provides financial assistance to more than 30 children’s charities in the Los Angeles area. In addition to basketball players, expect to see other famous face such as famous athletes from other sports teams, movie and television personalities, and of course, notable poker professionals. In years past, celebrities and poker pros in attendance have included Phil Jackson, Jeanie Buss, Magic Johnson, Paris Hilton, Marcia Cross, Josh Duhamel, Anne Heche, Phil Laak, Jennifer Tilly, Annie Duke, Garcelle Beauvais-Nilon, Jeremy Piven, Regina King, Penny Marshall, Lacey Chabert, Dean Cain, Rick and Kathy Hilton, Bai Ling, Ricki Lake, Olivia Wilde, Brody Jenner, Linda Rambis, Michele Merkin, David Anders, Jon Rose, and Jon Kelley, just to name a few. In addition to raising money for a good cause and rubbing elbows with well-known public figures, tournament entrants can win cash, prizes and bragging rights. The evening will begin at 5:00 p.m. with a no-host cocktail hour and a fabulous appetizer/dessert bar so get there early. Have fun, bring you’re A-Game, and, if you are feeling particularly festive, wear your favorite Lakers jersey.
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