“Steve’s love of poker and his dedication to inspiring others to live life to the fullest makes him the ideal WPT brand ambassador. “The passion and energy in which Steve Aoki approaches every aspect of his life is both inspiring and very much in line with the new vision of the WPT,” said Adam Pliska, World Poker Tour CEO. While counting many of the world’s best players as friends, Aoki has also battled alongside them, most notably at the 2021 World Poker Tour Heads-Up Poker Championship. The Las Vegas-based DJ has a long history with the game of poker. Aoki will also be engaging with poker fans at a number of World Poker Tour special events throughout 2022. Having developed several brands of his own, Aoki’s new role will include helping the WPT raise brand awareness, while collaborating with the WPT as they develop a new look and feel. I have watched and admired the WPT for many, many years and to now be part of the WPT family it feels so surreal and I am incredibly grateful,” Aoki said. “It’s such an honor to be joining the WPT family. Los Angeles, CA (January 13, 2022) – Two-time Grammy nominated musician and producer Steve Aoki has joined the World Poker Tour ® as an ambassador and will play a pivotal role in guiding a full revamp of the WPT ® for what promises to be a historic 20 th anniversary season.
