Poker Players: Profiles, Net Worth and Career Stats
Poker has produced some of the most recognizable names in gambling, from WSOP bracelet legends to high-stakes crushers and streaming stars. This hub is your entry point to every player profile published on VIP-Grinders, organized by category and listed alphabetically for quick access.
Since 2013, our team has tracked the careers, earnings and records of the players shaping modern poker, and we cover their results as they land in our poker news section. Browse the six categories below, explore our featured profiles, or jump straight to the full A to Z directory further down the page.
Explore Poker Players by Category
Our player profiles are organized into six categories covering every corner of the poker world. Pick the silo that matches what you are looking for and dive into the full lineup.
Best Online Poker Players
Top grinders dominating cash games, MTTs and high rollers across major online networks.
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Famous Female Poker Players
The women who built careers, broke records and shaped the modern game.
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Celebrity Poker Players
Actors, athletes and public figures who took their seat at the felt.
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Poker Streamers and Content Creators
Twitch and YouTube names turning poker into live entertainment and education.
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Poker Hall of Fame Members
The legends officially enshrined for their lasting impact on the game.
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WSOP Main Event Champions
Every player who has worn the bracelet in poker's most iconic tournament.
Explore profiles ›Featured Poker Player Profiles
Phil Ivey
Phil Ivey is widely regarded as the greatest all-round poker player of all time. With 11 WSOP bracelets, five Triton titles, and over $55 million in live winnings, plus another $19 million online, he has dominated every form of the game.
Feared for his calm focus and relentless precision, Ivey has faced the world’s best on every stage. From high-stakes duels to his role as a WPT Global ambassador, he remains the standard by which true poker greatness is measured.
Dan Bilzerian
Known as the King of Instagram, Dan Bilzerian has built a net worth estimated between $50M and $200M, fueled by high-stakes private poker games, business ventures, and his massive online following.
While his only documented poker result is a 180th place finish at the 2009 WSOP Main Event, Bilzerian claims to have won up to $50M in private cash games. More famous for his extravagant lifestyle and 30M+ Instagram followers than for tournament success, he remains one of the most controversial figures in poker.
Phil Hellmuth
Known as the Poker Brat, Phil Hellmuth has built one of the most successful and enduring careers in poker history. With an unmatched record of 17 WSOP bracelets and over $30 million in live tournament winnings, Hellmuth’s fiery personality and competitive spirit have made him one of the most recognizable figures in the game.
From his breakthrough win as the youngest ever WSOP Main Event champion in 1989 to dominating across five decades, Hellmuth continues to defy time and critics alike. Loved and hated in equal measure, his passion and longevity ensure his place among the all-time greats of poker.
Daniel Negreanu
Daniel Negreanu, better known as “Kid Poker”, has been one of the most influential figures in modern poker for more than two decades. With 8 WSOP bracelets, 2 WPT titles, and over $60 million in live tournament winnings, he has combined elite skill with unmatched charisma to become one of the game’s most recognizable ambassadors.
Ranked among the top all-time earners and a Poker Hall of Fame inductee, Negreanu’s ability to read opponents and connect with fans has made him a global icon. As a longtime GGPoker ambassador and vocal figure in the poker community, he continues to shape the game both on and off the felt.
Shiina Okamoto
Shiina Okamoto is the back-to-back WSOP Ladies champion, winning in 2024 and 2025 after finishing runner-up in 2023. The Kyoto University engineering graduate and former investment banker was the first Japanese woman to win a WSOP bracelet.
With $1.3 million in tracked live earnings and a GTO Wizard Team Pro deal, her net worth is estimated at $500K to $1.5M. Her profile covers her age, her full record and the three-year Ladies run.
Sashimi
Sashimi is one of the most popular poker streamers on Twitch, blending high-stakes online grinding with sharp game commentary and a unique personality that has built a loyal global community. Her rise from casual streamer to full-time pro has turned her into a defining figure in modern poker content.
Streaming cash games and tournaments across major sites, Sashimi has helped bring a new generation of fans into the game, proving that today’s poker stars are built as much on camera as they are at the felt.
Top 5 Richest Poker Players
Poker has created some of the wealthiest names in competitive gambling. The ranking below combines net worth estimates with verified live tournament earnings and WSOP bracelet counts. Click any name to read the full profile.
| # | Player | Net Worth (Est.) | Live Earnings | WSOP Bracelets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phil Ivey | $100M+ | $55M+ | 11 |
| 2 | Dan Bilzerian | $50M-$200M | Negligible | 0 |
| 3 | Daniel Negreanu | $60M | $60M+ | 8 |
| 4 | Bryn Kenney | $30M+ | $90M+ | 2 |
| 5 | Justin Bonomo | $25M+ | $65M+ | 3 |
Net worth estimates are based on publicly available sources and combine poker earnings with business ventures, sponsorships and investments. Bilzerian’s range is unusually wide because almost none of his wealth is traceable to poker results. Live earnings figures reflect verified tournament data and are updated regularly.
Net worth and tournament earnings measure different things, and the gap between them is often large. For verified live earnings alone, ranked worldwide and by country, see the money lists in our Poker Statistics 2026 research.
Complete Poker Player Directory (A to Z)
Browse all published poker player profiles alphabetically by last name. Jump to a letter using the navigation below or scroll through the full directory.
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How We Build Our Player Profiles
Since 2013, the VIP-Grinders editorial team has tracked the careers, earnings and milestones of the players shaping modern poker. Every profile on this hub follows the same editorial standards, built on verified data and hands-on industry experience.
Here is how we research, write and maintain each profile.
- Verified data sources: career earnings are cross-checked against The Hendon Mob, official WSOP and WPT records, Triton Poker results and other recognized tournament databases.
- Net worth transparency: estimates combine public tournament winnings with reported sponsorships, business ventures and investments. We flag when figures are estimates rather than verified numbers.
- Ongoing updates: profiles are reviewed and refreshed as players achieve new milestones, with earnings tables updated after major tournament series.
- Editorial oversight: every profile is written and reviewed by our in-house team, with over a decade of experience covering the professional poker circuit.
If you spot outdated information or want to suggest a player we have not yet covered, contact our editorial team through the main site. Accuracy matters, and reader feedback helps us keep the directory sharp. For live coverage of the game’s biggest series, see our World Series of Poker hub, or read our feature on the most influential people in poker history.
Poker Player FAQs
Who is the richest poker player in the world?
Dan Bilzerian is often described as the richest figure in poker, with a net worth estimated between $50M and $200M. However, his wealth comes mostly from inheritance, business ventures and private cash games rather than tournament play. Among pure tournament earners, Bryn Kenney leads the all-time money list with more than $90 million in live winnings.
Which poker player has the most WSOP bracelets?
Phil Hellmuth holds the all-time record with 17 WSOP bracelets, a milestone no other player has come close to matching. Phil Ivey sits in second place with 11 bracelets. Hellmuth’s first bracelet came in 1989 when he won the Main Event at age 24, making him the youngest champion at the time.
Who is the best female poker player of all time?
Vanessa Selbst is widely regarded as the greatest female poker player in history. She holds 3 WSOP bracelets and was the first woman to reach number one on the Global Poker Index, where she stayed for years. On earnings and bracelets the record now belongs to Kristen Foxen, who has won more live money than any other woman in the game.
How much do professional poker players earn?
Earnings vary wildly. Top live tournament pros like Bryn Kenney and Justin Bonomo have crossed $65 million in lifetime winnings, with Kenney passing $90 million in July 2026, while solid mid-stakes online grinders may earn $50,000 to $200,000 per year. Most professionals fall well below the elite tier, with income depending heavily on game selection, volume and bankroll management.
Who won the most recent WSOP Main Event?
Lucas Jumalon won the 2026 WSOP Main Event for $10,000,000 from 9,208 entries, beating Lauri Saaskilahti heads-up. Our WSOP Main Event Champions page lists every winner from 1970 onwards with prize money, entry numbers and final table coverage, updated immediately after each year’s event concludes.