User:Mjeakman/Aces & Angels

Aces & Angels is a series of Celebrity Poker Tournaments and Parties that were created in 2007. Originally held at the Hollywood Park Casino in Los Angeles, California, the event features Celebrities and patrons playing poker to benefit charities. The event was moved to the Playboy Mansion in Los Angeles in 2009.

The 2009 event was hosted by Kim, Khloe & Kourtney Kardashian along with Kris & Bruce Jenner. The event was held July 10, 2009. In addition to the Jenner/Kardashian family, celebrities in attendance included: Dane Cook, 2008 Playmate of the year Jayde Nicole, Brody Jenner, Colby O'Donnis, Shannon Elizabeth, Derek Hough, Pilar Lastra, Lacey Schwimmer, Amy Smart, James Tyson Lee, Billy Burke, Tuc Watkins, Dick Van Patten, Vince Van Patten, Eileen Davidson, Richie Kotzen, ANT!, Ross Powers, Brie Bella, Shana Wall, Elecko Eskandarian and others. Poker Pros participating in the event included: Jeff Madsen, Beth Shak, Brandon Cantu, Steve Dannenmann, Gavin Smith, Tiffany Michelle, Maria Ho and others.

The event was sponsored by Cake Poker, CardPlayer Magazine, 916 Poker Depot, 104.3 MyFM, Curtis & Co. Watches, Pearl Vodka, Giantto, Simon G, Spade Club,