Nationality
Daniel Negreanu is Canadian and holds Canadian citizenship. He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Born (date and place of birth)
Daniel Negreanu was born on July 26, 1974, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Residence (current location)
He currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, where he lives as a professional poker player.
Education (institution, specialization)
Daniel Negreanu did not complete formal tertiary education; he focused on developing his poker skills from a young age without attending university.
Children (number, ages)
Daniel Negreanu has two children; he occasionally shares family information publicly but keeps their details private for security reasons.
Year started playing poker
Daniel Negreanu started playing poker seriously around 1992-1993 during his late teens.
Age when started playing
He began serious poker involvement at approximately age 16.
Year turned professional
He transitioned to professional poker status around 1998, marked by his first WSOP bracelet win.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
His first major poker tournament win was the 1998 World Series of Poker $2,000 Pot Limit Hold’em event, earning $169,460.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
Daniel was self-taught in poker but learned a lot from playing peers and studying the game intensely; no formal mentor is documented.
First important tournament
His first important tournament participation was early in the 1990s in local Canadian events and smaller live tournaments before breaking through at the 1998 WSOP.
Main motivation for turning pro
His primary motivation was a passion for poker and gambling, seeking a professional career to support himself and pursue success in the poker world.
Initial bankroll
He initially rebuilt his bankroll after early losses in Las Vegas by playing smaller stakes and local games before finding consistent success.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Negreanu developed his skills primarily through self-study, experience playing live cash games and tournaments, and later coaching and analysis rather than formal courses.
First sponsor/backing
His first major sponsorship was with PokerStars, with whom he was affiliated for over a decade until their split in 2019.
Total live tournament winnings
Daniel Negreanu's total live tournament winnings exceed $56.9 million as of 2025, ranking him among the top all-time money earners in poker.
Number of tournament wins
He has won over 25 major tournament titles including seven WSOP bracelets and two WPT titles.
Number of final tables
He has reached more than 80 final tables in major live tournaments across WSOP, WPT, and other events.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
His largest single tournament cash was $8,288,001, finishing 2nd in the 2014 Big One for One Drop $1,000,000 buy-in event.
WSOP bracelets (number)
Daniel has won 7 World Series of Poker bracelets spanning from 1998 to 2024.
WSOP cashes (number)
He boasts over 100 WSOP cash finishes throughout his career.
WSOP final tables
He has appeared at WSOP final tables over 20 times.
Best WSOP Main Event result
His best WSOP Main Event finish was 11th place in 2005.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
He has competed in $100K+ buy-in super high roller events but with fewer notable wins compared to other tournaments.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
Negreanu has multiple high roller victories in the $25K-$100K buy-in range, including PGT Mixed Games and PLO events.
Online tournament winnings
Online, he has earned significant tournament winnings and participated regularly on platforms like GGPoker and PokerStars.
Major online titles
He has won major online tournament titles including significant GGPoker and PokerStars events.
Poker team
Currently signed as an ambassador with GGPoker; previously affiliated with PokerStars for over a decade.
Main cash game limits
Typically plays cash games at mid to high stakes, including $400-$800 and higher mixed games in live settings.
Highest stakes played
Highest live cash games include Bobby's Room at the Bellagio with $400-$800 or greater limits.
Notable high stakes sessions
Known for several marquee high stakes cash sessions at Bellagio and other major venues, often featured on televised poker shows.
"Big Game" participation
Regular participant in legendary "Big Game" at Bellagio's Bobby's Room, a renowned high stakes cash game.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Exact cash game profit figures are private but he is recognized as one of the most successful cash game players historically.
Country ranking
Ranked as Canada's top professional poker player and among the top globally.
All Time Money List position
Positioned in the top 10-15 on the All-Time Money List for live tournament earnings.
Tournament ROI (if known)
Specific percentage ROI is not publicly calculated, but he is known for consistent profit and top-level performance.
Average tournament win
Average tournament cashes vary widely but typically in the tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars range.
ITM percentage
His in-the-money finishes percentage is above average for professionals, likely around 20-25%.
Final table percentage from cashes
Final table percentage relative to cashes approximates around 20-25%, reflecting consistent deep runs.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Career highlights include peak performance years in 2004, 2013, and ongoing strong results into 2024-2025 with several wins.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Primarily specializes in No-Limit Hold'em, with strong skills in Pot Limit Omaha and mixed games.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Focuses mainly on live tournament play with significant experience in cash games and online events.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Prefers full ring and 6-max tournament play; less frequent in heads-up competitive formats.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
Expert in NLHE, PLO, Limit Hold'em, Mixed Games including HORSE, Dealer’s Choice, and others.
Specialization limits
Specializes in mid to high stakes tournament buy-ins and mixed-stakes cash games with success.
Online rooms where plays
Known competitor on PokerStars (previously) and currently GGPoker and Natural8 platforms.
Favorite casinos/locations
Prefers Bellagio in Las Vegas, Aria, Wynn, and other major Vegas venues; also plays internationally.
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Often described as a loose-aggressive player with a strong reading ability and adaptable approach.
Known for bluffs/traps
Known for skillful reads and selective bluffing; plays traps and slow plays less than many peers but strategically disciplined.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
Combines mathematical analysis and intuitive reads based on opponents' behaviors.
Style adaptability
Known for high adaptability to different players and changing game conditions, actively adjusting strategies.
Playing strengths
Greatest strengths are opponent reading, tournament strategy, and versatility across multiple poker variants.
GTO strategy usage
Incorporates modern Game Theory Optimal strategies, particularly in recent years, blended with experience-based decision making.
Poker software usage
Uses poker software for hand analysis, training, and strategic improvements off the table.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Numerous shows including High Stakes Poker, Poker After Dark, and televised WSOP final tables since early 2000s to present.
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
Featured regularly on High Stakes Poker across multiple seasons.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
Multiple Poker After Dark appearances with high-profile episodes.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Featured in poker documentaries such as “Kid Poker” by Showtime and others by ESPN and PokerGO.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Interviewed extensively in PokerNews, CardPlayer, and multiple poker media outlets over two decades.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Frequent guest on poker podcasts like "The Chip Race," "Thinking Poker," and others discussing strategy and poker life.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
Operates a YouTube channel with millions of subscribers focused on poker content, education, and commentary.
Facebook (account link)
Maintains a public Facebook profile engaging fans and sharing poker-related content.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
Runs “Daniel Negreanu” YouTube channel with over two million subscribers featuring poker analysis and vlogs.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
Streams occasionally on Twitch under his own channel with substantial follower count.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
Maintains a TikTok presence sharing short, entertaining poker clips and insights.
LinkedIn profile (link)
Professional LinkedIn profile outlining poker career and media activities.
Posting frequency in social media
Frequently posts content across social media platforms, especially during major poker events.
Type of content in social media
Shares poker education, tournament updates, commentary, personal insights, and lifestyle content.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
Currently sponsored by GGPoker and Contenders Clothing as of 2024.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
Formerly affiliated with PokerStars for over a decade until 2019; also had other brand partnerships.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Poker site ambassador for GGPoker since 2019.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Involved in personal brand merchandising including clothing and poker-related products.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
Invests in poker startups and related ventures, details mostly private.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
Has provided coaching and poker training through video content and select personal sessions.
Coaching rates (if public)
Detailed coaching rates are typically private or offered through platforms on demand.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
Authored multiple poker books and training videos, including popular titles and PokerGO content.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
Participates in affiliate marketing through sponsorship platforms promoting poker sites.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
Sells branded apparel and accessories through his online store linked on social media.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
Authored poker strategy books including “Power Hold’em Strategy” and others published from mid-2000s onward.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
Featured in PokerGO training series and masterclasses.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
Participated in seminars and masterclasses at major poker events and online platforms.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
Provided coaching via seminars, poker camps, and video tutorials with positive player feedback.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
Some students have achieved tournament success; specific names generally private.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
Offers educational videos such as “Mastering Poker” series with millions of cumulative views.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Written articles for Card Player Magazine, PokerNews, and other leading poker publications.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
Formerly contributed columns to poker magazines focusing on strategy and lifestyle.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
Speaker at major poker conferences including PokerStars Fest and Global Poker Index events.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
No verified scandals involving Negreanu throughout his career.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
No public cheating accusations or incidents reported against him.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
No publicly known casino conflicts recorded.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No known legal proceedings involving Negreanu.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
Few public disputes mostly centered on competitive rivals but resolved professionally.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No known tournament rule violations or penalties.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
No public records of tax-related issues or disputes.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Some criticism over public demeanor and playing style but generally well-respected.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
Responded to criticism with professionalism and often explained his strategic choices publicly.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
Multiple awards including WSOP Player of the Year (2004, 2013), Card Player Player of the Year, WPT Player of the Year.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2014.
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Widely recognized by peers as one of the most influential and skillful players of his generation.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Recipient of multiple Poker Magazine Player of the Year awards and other publication honors.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
First player to make a final table at each WSOP bracelet-awarding venue; only player to win Player of the Year twice.
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
Youngest WSOP bracelet winner at age 23 until 2004; ranks top 10 in all-time tournament earnings.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Known for contributions to poker strategy, popularizing mixed games, and growing poker’s global appeal.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
Participated regularly in charity events, raising significant funds for multiple causes.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Left a legacy as one of poker’s greatest ambassadors, pioneers in modern poker, and a role model for fairness and skill.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Influenced major poker site marketing, tournament structures, and streaming content formats adopted industry-wide.
Provided poker commentary for WSOP, WPT, PokerGO events, and televised broadcasts.