Paul “PK”Kemsley, a notable figure from the *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills*, recently took to Instagram to affirm his enduring friendship with professional poker player Phil Ivey. In a nostalgic post shared on April 20, 2025, Kemsley featured a memorable video of their poker match, coinciding with a picture of his son Jagger, who was also decked out for a poker night at home.
The intricate dynamics between Kemsley and his estranged wife, Dorit Kemsley, continue to captivate public interest. Recently, Dorit shared her thoughts on the effects of their separation, particularly how their relationship has been challenged by the reality show format that chronicles their lives.
PK Kemsley’s Connection to Poker and Phil Ivey
Father-Son Bond Over Poker Legacy
In his playful post, Kemsley showed off his son Jagger, who donned sunglasses and a hat, playfully portraying the classic poker face. Accompanying the picture, he humorously declared,
“I’m calling this kid world poker champion before he’s 18… not sure who he is, but he says his name is Jagger.”
This prompted Kemsley to reflect on his poker journey, sharing a video snippet of a competitive match against Phil Ivey. He expressed his admiration in the caption, stating,
“And I know a few things about this. I love you [Phil Ivey], best player of all time and still my mate all these years later…”
Insight into PK Kemsley’s Career
Paul “PK” Kemsley describes his professional endeavors on LinkedIn as an “Entrepreneur [and] Talent Manager,”showcasing his role in representing talents like the artist Boy George and the estate of legendary football player Pelé. Since 2022, he has held the position of Director at Robert Irving Burns, a UK-based real estate agency.
Once a guest on RHOBH, Kemsley revealed how his career in real estate began. He recalled his early experiences, explaining,
“I got a job as a real estate broker for a firm that had very posh clients so he wanted me to go to elocution lessons… I had a natural flair for identifying buildings with value.”
This knack for identifying valuable properties was essential in his early career achievements.
After facing financial troubles during the 2008 recession, Kemsley relocated to the U.S. He shared insights in an August 2023 interview with *The Daily Mail*, detailing the necessity to rebuild after facing setbacks. By the time he met Dorit in 2011, he candidly reflected on his financial struggles, expressing that he was just above rock bottom.
Highlighting his strategic approach to his move, Kemsley referred to the U.S. as the “land of comebacks,”emphasizing his pursuit of new opportunities.
Dorit Kemsley’s View on Relationship Challenges
Dorit Kemsley opened up about the effects reality television has had on her marriage in an exclusive feature with *Interview* magazine.
“It’s actually caused a lot of issues,” she noted.
She highlighted that the airing of *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills* season 14 reignited past conflicts between herself and PK, complicating their attempts to maintain a cordial relationship. Dorit pointed out that PK struggled with some of the show’s episodes, expecting a more favorable reception than he received.
Through it all, Dorit underscored the need to focus on their current circumstances:
“Regardless of whether we end up getting divorced or whether we reconcile, it’s incredibly important that we have peace and a relationship,” she emphasized.
Fans of *Real Housewives of Beverly Hills* can catch the latest episodes available for streaming on Peacock and Bravo.