Playboy Mansion - Celebrity Poker Tournament (UHI)

ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE DON CHEADLE DEFENDS HIS TITLE AT THE 2ND ANNUAL CELEBRITY POKER TOURNAMENT; BENEFITTING THE URBAN HEALTH INSTITUTE LOS ANGELES (March 30, 2007) -

 On Saturday, April 28, 2007, what happens in Vegas stays at the Playboy Mansion when the Urban Health Institute hosts its Second Annual Celebrity Poker Tournament and Casino Night. Academy Award™ nominated actor, Don Cheadle ("Reign Over Me") returns to defend his title but the road to the championship won't be as easy with fierce competitors in his way. Fellow celebrities Eddie Griffin ("Redline"), Anthony Anderson ("The Departed"), Rockmund Dunbar ("Prison Break"), Shannon Elizabeth ("American Pie"), Robin Tunney ("Hollywoodland"), Persia White ("Girlfriends"), Omarosa ("Apprentice"), NFL athlete George Wrighster (Jacksonville Jaguars), as well as pro poker players Jennifer Tilly, Phil Laak, and Andrew Black will be heating up the tables for this great cause. This year's tournament and fundraiser proves to be even bigger and better than the last as over $50,000 worth in prizes will be up for grabs. The grand-prize winner will be awarded with two coveted seats in the WSOP ™ World Championship No-Limit Texas Hold 'Em tournament in Las Vegas with air and hotel accommodations. Second and third place winners will receive two VIP tickets to the U.S. Golf Open with hotel and car accommodations, and a 55" flat screen TV respectively. Non poker-playing guests will also have a chance to try their luck at roulette, craps, and blackjack to win prizes such as: gift certificates for a custom made shirt by Drobe, signed Corey Magette Jersey, dinner for two at a Hollywood hotspot, or a getaway trip for a weekend of relaxation. Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a VIP cocktail reception with hors d'oeuvres, delectable desserts, and special mix of Remy Martin "Casino Drink". Amongst mingling with Hollywood celebrities and sports personalities, guests will also have the chance to bid on signed memorabilia from their favorite sports team, athlete, or rock band; international trips to Bermuda or China; or a weekend at a Deluxe Spa as this bid on items in the silent and Live auction. To top off the night, guests are invited to go on a tour of the grounds led by Ambassador Playmates, explore Hugh Heffner's gardens and exotic zoo, and even visit the infamous grotto -- which will be glowing green in spirit of Monster Energy Drink. Vegas at the Playboy Mansion has never been so dynamic and the best part of it all that it is for a worthy cause. This event has been organized in an effort to bring visibility to the imperative work of the Urban Health Institute while offering potential donors a once-in-a-lifetime experience. "The work we do is hard and sometimes discouraging when we are limited by lack of funding." said Dr. Brown. "Creating an opportunity for folks to experience the Playboy Mansion, play an exciting game and mingle with stars is great incentive beyond supporting a worthy cause." This year's event is sponsored by CardPlayer Magazine, Rolling Out, Remy USA, Monster Energy Drink and CakePoker.com ABOUT THE URBAN HEALTH INSTITUTE The Urban Health Institute (UHI) is a non-profit organization, founded by Los Angeles-based physician, Kevin Brown, M.D., to provide direct care, medicine and medical equipment in response to natural and man-made disasters. The organization enlists pro-bono participation from local health care professionals to provide public health education and information about the availability of health-related and specialty care resources in disadvantaged communities around the globe. Proceeds from this event will go directly to fund the Urban Health Institute's monthly health education seminars, quarterly health fairs and purchase medical supplies for under served communities locally and abroad. Last year's event helped support UHI's medical mission to two remote Nigerian villages, as well as ongoing local health clinics and fairs.

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