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Poker Legend Mike Sexton Battling Prostate Cancer in Hospice
Mike Sexton, a legendary figure in the poker world, is currently battling prostate cancer. According to his longtime friend and Poker Hall of Famer Linda Johnson, Sexton's cancer has recently begun to spread to other organs. Johnson confirmed that Sexton has been placed in a home hospice.
Rob Yong, a friend and partner of Sexton at PartyPoker, shared an update on Sexton's spirits. Yong mentioned that despite his illness, Sexton was in good spirits and appreciated the well-wishes from the community.
Sexton's battle with cancer has garnered support from the poker community, with notable figures such as Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth, and Erik Seidel expressing their solidarity.
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