Bernard Lee (poker player)

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Bernard Lee (born May 16, 1970 in New York, New York) is a professional poker player who first came to prominence by finishing 13th in the 2005 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event. Since then, Lee has enjoyed some success in other poker tournaments. In November of 2006, Lee won the $5,000 no limit Texas hold 'em at the World Poker Finals.

As of 2008, his live tournament winnings exceed $1,325,000.^[1]

[edit] Media personality

Since September 2005, Lee has written the Sunday poker column for the Boston Herald. He has also been a guest columnist for several magazines.

Debuting in May 2007, Lee hosts the only poker radio show in the Boston metropolitan area. "The Bernard Lee Poker Show" incorporates interviews with poker guests including well known players and prominent industry personnel. In addition to current poker news and related information, Lee utilizes calls and e-mails from listeners to discuss poker topics and tips.

[edit] Personal history

Lee was educated in the New England area (Harvard University BA, MA; Babson College MBA).

Lee currently lives just outside of Boston, Massachusetts with his wife of over eleven years and two children. He also enjoys competing in several sports (e.g. golf, tennis, running).