Hellmuth played in the televised cash game for two full days, which was also shown via live stream. Then, it was off to Pittsburgh for an appearance on “Poker Night in America,” which is broadcast weekly on CBS Sports. The following two days, he spent several hours appearing on national television as part of ESPN’s coverage team for the World Series of Poker championship finale. He began his Sunday night in Las Vegas, by giving the induction speech for the legendary Jack McClelland, who was officially inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame. 17) - By any measure, it’s been an eventful week for Phil Hellmuth, Jr., best known as the 1989 world poker champion and the all-time leader in WSOP gold bracelet wins. Episode 1 | Face Up With Jennifer TillyĪnother Star-Studded Cash Game Filmed for “Poker Night in America”.Episode 26 | Face Up With Phil Hellmuth: Part 2.
