June is not just the month of sunshine and summer vibes; it’s also a fantastic month for poker fans as we celebrate the birthdays of some of the most iconic players in the industry.
As we enter the steamiest season of the year, we also get to appreciate the hottest poker pros out there. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just a casual player, learning as much as you can about these poker legends can enhance your appreciation for the game.
Our Everygame poker list of five amazing poker players whose birthdays fall in June is here to make you fall in love with poker – and those who play it best!
Top Poker Players with June Birthdays
- Phil Hellmuth – Celebrating his 61st birthday on June 16, the American poker pro is arguably one of the most famous players of our time. Throughout his career, he won 17 (!!!) WSOP bracelets, which got him inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2007. With his live earnings surpassing the $30m mark, Hellmuth doesn't need us to wish him good luck on his birthday. But we can still wish him a long and prosperous poker career as he keeps dominating the poker tables!
- Erik Seidel – On June 6, the poker player from Nevada is going to celebrate his 66th birthday. Over the years, Seidel won 10 WSOP bracelets and a World Poker Tour title, and it comes as no surprise that he landed a spot at the Poker Hall of Fame in 2010. At this moment in time, his live earnings come up to $47,928,323, and we hope his success at the poker tables will only grow this year.
- David Williams – Born in Arlington, Texas, on June 9, 1980, this poker pro has a very interesting life. After studying economics at Southern Methodist University, Williams became a professional poker and Magic: The Gathering player, in addition to competing – and almost winning – season 7 of MasterChef. Over the years, he made $9,508,170 in poker earnings, winning one WSOP bracelet and another WPT title in the process.
- Xuan Liu – The Chinese American poker pro was born on June 25, 1985, and has broken multiple records throughout her career. Not only is she the first woman to win a Triton Super High Roller Series title, but Liu is also on the top 20 list of female poker players, with more than $3m in wins over the years. Moreover, Liu is the only woman to land a spot at the PCA main event final table, and hopefully, she will keep changing the face of the industry in the years to come.
- Greg Raymer – Also known as 'Fossilman', this poker pro celebrates his birthday on June 25 as well. With more than $8m in wins over the years, Raymer has had an interesting career so far. In addition to winning the 2004 WSOP Main Event, he also operated a poker training school and published his own book on poker in 2019. Interestingly enough, Raymer was also involved in an attempted robbery, as two men held him at gunpoint after a cash game. Luckily, Raymer managed to hold them off by using karate moves! We hope luck will keep lighting this player's way in future years.
Happy Birthday to All Our Players!
If you are celebrating a birthday alongside some of the greatest poker players out there, congratulations to you too! Enjoy a game of poker to have fun on your special day with the Everygame family!