Poker Community Reacts to Devastating Earthquake in Japan

Submitted by Payton on

Written by :

Payton

Published on :

The poker community is asking everyone to donate to efforts assisting those affected by the devastating 8.9 earthquake that struck Japan Friday.  It is the worst earthquake to strike that nation ever and 5th worst earthquake on record.

“Text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10 #Japan,” urged Shannon Elizabeth, the noted celebrity and poker pro.

Joe Sebok of UB.com wrote: 

“Wow. Intense in Japan. Thoughts with them. Up sweating this possible tsunami in Hermosa Beach. Anyone worried?”

Christian Harder, who has had 33 cashouts over his poker playing career:  “Wishing the best of luck to everyone In Japan....#prayforjapan”

Evelyn Ng:  “Good luck to everyone in Japan. :(“

Thayer Rasmussen:  “Good luck Japan :( This is crazy”

Gavin Griffith:  “Praying for the people in Japan. Feel very humbled”

Marcel Luske:  “Earthquake .Tsunami. & suddenly we { should } realise what is realy important, look after & support eachother if possible @ all times “

The poker community is likely to be among the first to organize charity poker tournaments.   This is a horrible crisis.  We will continue to monitor the situation. 

- Payton O’Brien, Gambling911.com Senior Editor

Related Content

ClubWPT Gold Shuts Down in Nevada

ClubWPT Gold Shuts Down in Nevada

The announcement coincided with news that all purchases on the site will cease immediately, postal requests will no longer be accepted and sweepstakes game play will no longer be available effective this coming Monday September 28, 2026.
ACR Poker Confirms 10 Percent Poker Rake on First Depost Before Processing Winnings

ACR Poker Confirms 10 Percent Poker Rake on First Depost Before Processing Winnings

The issue arose after a high stakes sports bettor was erroneously told by customer service that website policy required him to generate at least 10 percent rake on his winnings prior to making a withdrawal. It does not.
Anti-Gambling Zealot, Former Arizona Senator Jon Kyl Dead at 84

Anti-Gambling Zealot, Former Arizona Senator Jon Kyl Dead at 84

The Senator co-authored and pushed through the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA).
ACR Poker Launches Investigation Into Video Circulating on Net: 'RTA Has No Place on ACR Poker'

ACR Poker Says TrenirusGTO Strictly Forbidden After Video Surfaces : 'RTA Has No Place on ACR Poker'

ACR Poker on Thursday issued a statement in regard to a video circulating across the internet showing a controversial poker software product called TrenirusGTO being used alongside their online poker client.... They later found the account in question.