The Wisconsin player had become a regular fixture on the poker circuit
The poker community is mourning the loss of Alexander Hill, a respected player from Wisconsin who passed away recently after battling cancer. Hill, who was well-known for his deep run in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Seniors Event two years ago, had made a significant impact both at the tables and within the poker community.
Hill’s passing comes as a double tragedy for his family, as it occurred just days after the unexpected death of his son-in-law, Nic Haug. Hill’s son, Alex Kestrel, shared the heartbreaking news on social media, emphasizing how much the poker community meant to his father. In response to these devastating losses, Kestrel has set up a GoFundMe campaign to support Hill’s four-year-old granddaughter, Mackenzie, who has now lost both her father and grandfather in a short time.
Hill’s poker career was marked by several impressive achievements. He first made a name for himself in 2017, when he finished as the runner-up in the MSPT Milwaukee, earning $60,000.
Over the years, Hill continued to accumulate tournament earnings, with a total of $294,943 according to the Hendon Mob. One of his most notable victories came in September 2022, when he won the WSOPC Horseshoe Council Bluffs Event #9: $400 Monster Stack, taking home $20,375 and a coveted gold ring.
Beyond his success at the tables, Hill was remembered by fellow players for his kindness and dedication to his family. Michael Hanson, owner of the Madison Poker Community, highlighted Hill’s pride in his family and his joy in becoming a US citizen. Others in the poker community echoed these sentiments, describing Hill as not only an exceptional player but also a remarkable person who deeply cared for his loved ones.
“Cheering him on his way to the WSOP Seniors final table is one of my favorite poker moments. With two or three tables left, I’m standing on the rail next to Chance Kornuth and a huge pot is developing. The opponent puts Alex all in and Alex says something along the lines of, ‘I just don’t think you got it, I call!’,” shared poker player Matt Hagan as part of a story with Hill.
