Poker Player Amir Vahedi Passes Away

Amir Vahedi, an avid poker pro and World Series of Poker bracelet winner, passed away on January 8th in Las Vegas. Vahedi passed away from complications from diabetes. Vahedi’s passing was first reported by Mark Seif in his personal blog.

The blog read: “have spoken to two more of Amir’s close friends who have been in contact with Amir’s family. Sadly, they each confirmed the terrible news. Amir was a gentle and kind man who always made me laugh. I will miss him terribly.”

The poker pro’s passing made many in the industry sad and they went to their Twitter accounts to say how they felt about the poker pro. Howard Lederer wrote: “Amir Vahedi was one of the good guys. I’m very sad. RIP.” Phil Hellmuth commented: “Rest In Peace my old friend…Amir was one of the nicest, gentlest guys on tour, and everyone loved him.”

Many in the poker industry are saddened and shocked by the passing of Vahedi and we would like to extend our condolences to Amir’s family and friends during their time of loss.