Sid Wyman
American poker player and hotel owner (1910–1978)
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Sidney Wyman (June 1, 1910 – June 1978) was a poker player and hotel owner in Las Vegas, Nevada.[1]
Sid Wyman | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 1, 1910 St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | June 1978 (age 68) |
| Occupation | Casino owner |
Biography
Wyman was born in St. Louis, Missouri to a Jewish family,[2] Wyman was a gambler and co-owner of several Las Vegas casinos including the Sands, Riviera, Royal Nevada, and The Dunes. In 1979, Wyman was made a charter member of the Poker Hall of Fame.[3][4]
Wyman died on June 26, 1978, of cancer at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.[1] He never married but had a long time girl friend.[1] He was buried at Hillside Memorial Park.[1]
