Bill Boyd (?-November 21, 1997) was a professional poker player.

Boyd won two World Series of Poker bracelets, both in five-card stud. Additionally, Boyd is responsible for the spread of Omaha hold 'em. In 1983 Robert "Chip Burner" Turner , the creator of the game, approached Boyd, who was then the director of operations at the Golden Nugget casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The game, previously not having a name, was called Nugget hold 'em. Sometime later it was renamed to its current name of Omaha hold 'em.

As a tribute to his long career, he was dealt the first poker hands ever at the Golden Nugget and The Mirage casinos. He was elected to the Poker Hall of Fame in 1981.

Boyd died in Las Vegas on November 21, 1997.

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• Hendon Mob tournament results