Veteran actor and comedian Jason Alexander is set to host his 21st annual celebrity poker tournament in late March to benefit the WeSPARK Cancer Support Network. Alexander, best known for his role as George Costanza on Seinfeld and a recreational poker player who has participated in the WSOP Main Event, will once again chair the WeSPARK fundraiser.
Event Details
This year’s charity event will take place on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the Woodland Hills Country Club in Los Angeles. The tournament is open to the public and features a $150 entry fee. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers, along with a trophy for the winner.
Supporting WeSPARK Cancer Support Center
The WeSPARK Cancer Support Center provides vital secondary support services for cancer survivors and their families. According to its mission statement, the center works to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones. WeSPARK offers free programs designed to alleviate the physical and emotional side effects of a cancer diagnosis, as well as a broad range of wellness services. The charity was founded in 2001 by actress Wendie Jo Sperber (Back to the Future, Bosom Buddies) after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Sperber passed away in 2005 after an eight-year battle with the disease.
Celebrity Participation
Alexander’s annual poker tournament has become a staple of Hollywood’s charity events, drawing numerous celebrities from the entertainment industry each year. Among the poker personalities joining the event is Yosh Nakano, a well-known figure in the L.A. poker scene, who serves on WeSPARK’s Celebrity and Event Committee. Veteran poker commentator Norman Chad is also scheduled to attend this year.
Other celebrities expected at the 2023 event include Nancy Allen, Yancey Arias, Patrika Darbo, Tony Denison, Tom Everett Scott, Gina Hecht, Samm Levine, Don Most, Erin Murphy, Erik Palladino, Mimi Rogers, J.K. Simmons, and Mark L. Walberg.
How to Get Involved
For more information about the event or to make a donation, visit the official WeSPARK event page at https://wespark.org/events-fundraisers/jason-alexander-poker-tournament/. The site also offers online donation options for those who wish to support WeSPARK but are unable to attend the event in person.
