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| E! Hollywood Hold'em | |
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| Also known as | Hollywood Poker Night |
| Genre | Game show |
| Presented by | Phil Laak |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 6 |
| Production | |
| Production company | Flutie Entertainment |
| Original release | |
| Network | E! |
| Release | March 17 – April 21, 2005 |
E! Hollywood Hold'em is a poker television program. It aired in 2005 on the E! television network. The show featured young celebrities (including co-executive producer Laura Prepon and brothers Chris and Danny Masterson) hosting single table Texas hold em tournaments at their homes. The winner of each tournament pocketed $10,000. Professional poker player Phil Laak served as host and dealer, offering occasional tips to the players and home viewers.
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