Koh-Lanta Veterans and Denis Brogniart Gather at Namur Casino for Charity Poker Tournament
Twenty former contestants from the reality television show Koh-Lanta and host Denis Brogniart are gathering at the Circus Casino Resort of Namur for a charity poker tournament and auction benefiting pancreatic cancer research. sudinfo.be reported that the event takes place on Saturday, October 31, marking the third edition of the Tournoi des Aventuriers.
Confirmed Attendees and Tournament Details
Organized by former candidate Javier alongside his friend Emin, the tournament welcomes regular players and poker amateurs looking to face off against reality television personalities, according to dhnet.be. Confirmed participants include returning figures such as Clémence, Teheiura, Yassin, Moussa, and Tania. Host Denis Brogniart and the parents of the late Bertrand Kamal will also attend the event. L’Avenir noted that the first two editions of the fundraiser generated more than 35,000 euros for the cause. Javier noted, De nombreux aventuriers seront présents à nos côtés (Clémence, Teheiura, Yassin, Moussa, Tania, etc.), ainsi que Denis Brogniart et les parents de Bertrand.
Charity Auction and Collector’s Book for the Bertrand-Kamal Fund
Proceeds from the evening will support the Bertrand-Kamal Fund, established in memory of the former contestant who died from pancreatic cancer at the age of 30, as detailed by dhnet.be and lavenir.net. Visitors over the age of 21 can attend the evening session free of charge to participate in a live auction featuring iconic items from the show’s history. In addition, organizers put together a collector’s book featuring portraits, backgrounds, and authentic signatures from every winner across 25 years of Koh-Lanta history. Donors to the online fundraiser for the Fondation ARC enter a prize draw to win a copy of the book. Regarding the creation of the volume, Javier stated, nous avons décidé de relever un défi un peu fou, Réunir dans un seul livre tous les gagnants de Koh-Lanta depuis 2001, avec leurs portraits, leurs parcours et surtout leurs signatures authentiques.
He further described the publication by noting, Un véritable livre collector, introuvable dans le commerce, qui réunit 25 ans d’histoire de Koh-Lanta. Une pièce unique pour tous les passionnés,
and added regarding the giveaway, Pour participer au tirage au sort, il suffit de faire un don à notre cagnotte au profit du Fonds Bertrand-Kamal de la Fondation ARC. Peu importe le montant, chaque don compte.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can the public participate in the poker tournament?
Both regular players and poker amateurs can register for the tournament through the official registration links provided by the organizers via regional coverage partners.
What is the purpose of the Bertrand-Kamal Fund?
The fund raises money for pancreatic cancer research in memory of Bertrand Kamal, a former Koh-Lanta contestant who died from the disease.
How can supporters win the 25th-anniversary collector’s book?
Donors who contribute any amount to the online fundraiser for the Fondation ARC are automatically entered into a prize draw to win the unique volume containing the signatures of every show winner since 2001.