Glitz and Glamour in Sin City
The PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas underwent a stunning transformation into a dazzling spectacle, hosting the second annual Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II. The venue was aglow with lights, cameras, and an abundance of open-bar drinks, creating an electric atmosphere that set the stage for an unforgettable night of poker action. This star-studded event marked the perfect kickoff for the Super Bowl weekend in Sin City.
Princess Love Emerges Victorious
The exclusive, invite-only tournament featured a 73-entrant field comprising celebrities, athletes, and content creators. The highlight of the night was reality television star Princess Love’s triumph, as she claimed the top spot, securing $20,000 in prize money and a custom engraved bottle of LOUIS XIII cognac, accompanied by two Baccarat crystal glasses.
A Star-Studded Lineup
Among the notable participants were celebrities like Perez Hilton and Las Vegas influencer Tana Mongeau, who finished in third place, earning $5,000. The competition also saw Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith securing the second spot with a $10,000 prize.
The Winner’s Circle
The final standings of the Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II were as follows:
- Princess Love (United States) – $20,000
- Keith Smith (United States) – $10,000
- Tana Mongeau (United States) – $5,000
- Laviska Shenault (United States) – $3,500
- Trent “BookItWithTrent” Attyah (United States) – $3,000
- Will Levis (United States) – $2,500
- Aljamain Sterling (United States) – $2,000
- Gordie Gronkowski (United States) – $1,334
- Eric Hansen (Canadian) – $1,333
- Eric Ebron (United States) – $1,333
The Battle at the Tables
Princess Love navigated a formidable table, seated between her husband, Ray J, and defending champion Qiyu “Nemo” Zhou. Love held her own against renowned players like chess star Laviska Shenault, as well as Jose Canseco, Josie Canseco, and Gordie Gronkowski.
A Royal Victory for Princess Love
PokerGO updates chronicled intense moments, including the eliminations of Yau, Wolfgang Poker, and Hall around the money bubble with ten spots paid in the invitational tournament. Princess Love showcased her poker prowess with a double knockout featuring a rivered flush. Overcoming the chip lead of NFL player Laviska Shenault, Love secured her victory in the invitational.
Beyond the TV Persona
Contrary to her reality TV persona, Princess Love demonstrated her poker prowess. In December, she made waves by finishing 40th in the WPT World Championship, adding $132,500 to her impressive $270,404 in live earnings.
Notable Cash Winners
Other participants who made their mark in the second annual Celebrity Poker Invitational included Gordie Gronkowski ($1,334), Trent “BookItWithTrent” Attyah (5th – $3,000), and Laviska Shenault (4th – $3,500).
In the heart of Las Vegas, the Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational II unfolded as a glittering spectacle, leaving Princess Love atop the winner’s pedestal and setting the stage for an unforgettable Super Bowl weekend in the entertainment capital of the world.