Todd Brunson and Doyle Brunson have issued official statements on the passing of Chip Reese.
"I have lost one of my oldest and dearest friends today," said Doyle Brunson. "He was one of the most unique individuals I have ever known, and poker has lost one of the greats today."
"I have lost a mentor and friend today," said Todd Brunson. "He was like a family member to me."
The members of the Brunson family request that they be allowed to grieve the passing of their dear friend in private. Funeral arrangement and charity donation information will be released, along with an official statement, in the next couple of days.
Todd Brunson has asked that all media requests be sent to
[email protected].