He had found the love of his life. She's a wonderful kid and was very special to him.

To Jason, life was a gift to experience and a joy. When I got the news [of his death], it was just such a horrible and powerful thing. After all we'd been through, I thought there was no way I could bear this, no way it could be real.

It's the largest, most prestigious poker tournament in the world. And he finished in the top 6 or 7 percent of the group.

That first day was a devastating scene. People were crying; they couldn't find words [to express their sorrow]. And I felt almost like I couldn't breathe. I just wanted to put my face in my hands and cry and stare at the wall.

I'm concerned with the future. I'm concerned with my life, my present, my friends, people I love, people who love me. I have no intention of taking on a legacy that wasn't bestowed on me.

We love working with him,