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Actress Shannon Elizabeth & Poker

By Toby Bochan, About.com

Shannon Elizabeth

Shannon Elizabeth at 2006 WSOP

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Shannon Elizabeth & Poker:
Shannon was born in 1973 in Houston and raised in Texas, where many poker players got their start. Since appearing on Celebrity Poker Showdown, she's been one of the most visible actresses on the poker scene, and plays often in Hollywood games & in LA casinos. She played in last year's World Series of Poker and lasted through the 1st day. She currently represents Bodog.com at events along with David Williams.
Shannon Elizabeth's Notable Poker Wins:
Shannon was the winner of the 2005 Nicky Hilton New Years Eve Poker Tournament at Caesars Palace, outlasting 91 other players. She also placed 6th in Calvin Klein’s 2nd Annual Celebrity Charity Poker Tournament.

In 2007, she made the final four in the NBC National Heads up Championship.
More on Shannon Elizabeth:
  • She is on the 6th season of "Dancing with the Stars"
  • She used to be married to Joe Reitman, who is now involved with Annie Duke.
  • She is cast in the poker movie "Deal" which is coming out soon.

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