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Many around the poker world think the recent increase in women playing in poker tournaments can be pointed to Hollywood actress-turned-professional poker player Jennifer Tilly.
Experts are also pointing out that women are gaining more confidence at the poker tables, they are gaining this edge by playing online poker. Online poker can be played at anytime, in addition to being able to play in your own environment there are play money games and various stakes and skill levels. Casinos are finding that many of these women are transferring their online game to the world of brick and mortar casinos.
The LIPSTour is a traveling poker tournament for female players. They work hard to put together large-scale poker tournaments for women around the country. The group has found the number participates has doubled since Academy Awards nominated actress Jennifer Tilly won her World Series of Poker bracelet a year ago.
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