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The poker community have been paying tribute to the much-loved professional poker player Amir Vahedi, who sadly passed away on 8 January 2010, due to complications from diabetes.
Vahedi, who was known for his fun-loving nature and a penchant for fat cigars, taught the Hollywood actor and director Ben Affleck many of the game’s finer points. Read more.