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Professional poker player, WSOP and WPT champion, YouTube vlogger.
Main Content Focus
Poker strategy, WSOP daily vlogs, tournament recaps, lifestyle.
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Short description
Daniel Negreanu is a Canadian professional poker player and one of the most recognized figures in the game. He has won seven World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets, two World Poker Tour (WPT) titles, and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2014. Known for his engaging personality and strategic prowess, Negreanu is a regular on televised poker events and hosts a popular YouTube channel where he shares daily vlogs, game analysis, and tournament updates, particularly during the World Series of Poker.
Full real Name
Daniel Negreanu
Date of Birth
July 26, 1974
Nationality
Canadian
City or Country of Residence
Las Vegas, United States
Languages Spoken
English, Romanian.
Educational Background
Attended Pineway Public School in North York, Ontario; dropped out of high school.
Previous Occupations
Played poker and gambled professionally in local casinos and pool halls.
Hobbies and Interests
Enjoys golf and is noted for his interest in veganism.
Interesting facts
Youngest winner of a WSOP bracelet as of 1998 at age 23. Only player to be named WSOP Player of the Year three times (2004, 2013, 2023). Vegan since 2006. Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2014.
Awards and Nominations
Poker Hall of Fame inductee (2014)
WSOP Player of the Year: 2004, 2013, 2023
Card Player Magazine Favorite Poker Player (2006)
Media Features and Interviews
Featured on “High Stakes Poker,” “Poker After Dark,” “High Stakes Duel,” and interviews in major gaming publications.
Milestones Achieved
Seven WSOP bracelets
Two WPT titles
Over $45 million in live poker tournament earnings as of 2024
Community Impact
Advocated for fair play and integrity, testified in gaming commission hearings, promoted responsible gambling.
Industry Influence
Key figure in making poker mainstream, popularized modern tournament poker, regarded as global ambassador for the game.
Charity Work and Philanthropy
Regular participant in charity events, founder of the annual Big Swing charity golf tournament for the Lili Claire Foundation.
YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@DanielNegreanu
Last Video
Year Started
1997
Channel language
English
Platforms Used
YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook.
Frequency of Content Updates
Daily during major events like the WSOP.
Typical Video or Stream Length
Approximately 1 hour.
Average Number of Videos or Posts per Month
30
Audience Location Breakdown
Mainly United States, Canada, international poker fans.
Audience Engagement Methods
Daily vlogs, Q&A in comments, game breakdowns, sharing tournament journeys.
Meetups or Events with Fans
Fan engagement through tournament appearances and charity events.
Plans for Channel or Blog Evolution
Continued WSOP vlogs and poker education, collaborations on podcasts with Amanda Leatherman (The Mania Podcast).
Favorite Casino Games
Texas Hold’em, tournament poker.
Biggest Win
$8.29 million, runner-up in the 2014 WSOP $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop event.
Main Sources of Income
Live and online poker tournament winnings; YouTube and social media content; brand ambassador for GGPoker.
Brand Ambassadorships
GGPoker (official ambassador since 2019).
Net Worth
Estimated $60 million.