Whether you are a fan of the game of poker or not, you must have heard of at least one of the many famous poker players. There are many names that stand out in this world of poker, but some of the best are Tom Dwan, Amarillo Slim, Doyle Brunson, Daniel Negreanu, and Victoria Coren-Mitchell. Each has his or her own way of playing poker and they have mastered their game to become some of the best.
Tom Dwan
Despite the fact that Tom Dwan is no longer an active poker player, he is still an exciting person to watch. Tom is one of the best online cash game players. He has won numerous six-figure cashes in recent years.
Tom Dwan started playing online poker in 2004. At that time he was only 17 years old. He started out with a $50 deposit and built his bankroll from there. He won his first big live tournament in 2005 and subsequently moved on to higher stakes.
When Tom was 21 he participated in the World Poker Tour. He finished fourth in the event and took home $312,800 in prize money.
Daniel Negreanu
Among the most prominent poker players in the world, Daniel Negreanu is a household name and unofficial ambassador of the poker industry. His reputation as an outstanding poker player has helped him earn numerous international awards. In 2014, Negreanu was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame. He has been featured in major Hollywood movies, TV shows and even video blogs. He has written numerous poker strategy books.
Daniel Negreanu was born on July 26, 1974, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His parents, Constantin and Annie, emigrated from Romania. He grew up in a supportive family and had big ambitions as a child. When he was about 15 years old, he started playing cards in a local pool hall. He discovered a passion for gambling and began playing poker against adults, twice his age. He also learned to bet on sports.
Amarillo Slim
During his lifetime, Amarillo Slim was a popular poker player who was also a famous gambler. He was also an inspiration for some gamblers in the poker world.
Amarillo Slim’s poker career began when he was a teenager. He played poker by observation and instinct. He was also a very good billiards player, and was considered to be the youngest World Billiards Champion in history. He won over $500,000 in tournament play and was elected to the poker hall of fame in 1992.
Amarillo Slim was also known as a poker “hype man”. He helped make the early World Series of Poker famous, and he was a huge attraction for Texas road gamblers. In addition, Amarillo Slim was a very likable personality. He used his charm to avoid conflicts with other players. He was also known for his prop bets, which helped promote charitable events in Las Vegas during the 1970s and 1980s.
Doyle Brunson
Probably the most famous poker player ever, Doyle Brunson was a professional poker player for more than 50 years. He earned 10 World Series of Poker bracelets and has made a mark on the game. He is considered the “Grandfather of Poker” and a “Godfather of Poker”. He is credited with having helped make the game what it is today.
Doyle Brunson started out as a business machine salesman, but he soon realized that he could make more money by playing poker. In fact, his first day of play, he won over a month’s salary. He was so successful, his co-workers asked him to play a seven-card stud game.
Victoria Coren-Mitchell
Known for her television presence, Victoria Coren-Mitchell is one of the most popular British poker players. She has won a number of poker tournaments throughout her career. She has also presented several poker-themed shows on television. Coren-Mitchell has earned millions of dollars as a professional poker player. She is also a well-known writer and journalist.
As a teenager, Coren Mitchell wrote stories and articles for newspapers. She wrote her first short story at the age of 14. She also wrote a column for the Weekend section of The Daily Telegraph. She later graduated with a first class in English at St John’s College, Oxford.
Justin Bonomo
Known as “ZeeJustin” in the online poker community, Justin Bonomo is an American poker player. He is known for his ability to study his opponents’ play and analyze their history to gain an advantage. He is considered to be one of the best players in the poker world. He currently occupies the top spot on the All Time Money List.
Bonomo started his career playing a variety of tournaments at age sixteen. He quickly earned money and cashed at different events. His early success helped to build his bankroll and he moved into playing more serious poker. Eventually, he joined the Global Poker League.