Paris Hilton has gone from simply being a fabulously wealthy hotel heiress to a pop-culture phenomenon of epic proportions. She has found herself in starring roles on not only the film and television screen, but Paris has had top billing on more than a few computer screens. Those who are familiar with her body or work will agree that she is a talented and flexible young lady who is willing to take in everything that Hollywood has to offer. Currently, what it is serving up is a healthy portion of poker. It was only a matter of time before Paris jumped on this bandwagon.
Ever since poker became a proven success on television and was suddenly the favorite game of any celebrity who can physically hold a pair of cards, Paris Hilton has been all over Las Vegas. She is a regular visitor to the casinos and can often be seen playing the high stakes tables. This socialites Hold'em party happened on January 14th, 2006, when she played in the 1st Annual Jet Celebrity Poker Tournament at the Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas. She may not have won the tournament, but she made an impression with her play. Not everyone has a good day at the tables and Ms. Hilton is no exception to the rule. Recently the young socialite lost her $178,000 Bentley while playing in Vegas. PartyPoker saw an opportunity to capitalize on Paris's love of the game and offered her a chance to have her car replaced back if she will play poker professional Mike Sexton, heads up, on their network. Paris's position in Hollywood seems solidified. Especially with the fact that she is appearing more frequently in national releases such as "The House of Wax", and the upcoming film "Pledge This". As long as poker is the official game of celebrities, Paris will be at the tables.
