Nationality
Jack Binion is American and holds U.S. citizenship. He was born and has lived primarily in the United States, deeply connected to the Las Vegas casino industry through his family legacy.
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Born (date and place of birth)
Jack Binion was born in 1937 in Dallas, Texas, USA. This specific detail situates him within a family deeply involved in the gambling and casino business from early on.
Residence (current location)
Jack Binion currently resides in the United States. While specific current living arrangements are not publicly detailed, his life and career have been predominantly based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and other U.S. casino locations.
Education (institution, specialization)
There is no verified information about Jack Binion having formal higher education; he attended local schools but did not pursue or complete any noted college or university specialization. His education in business and gambling came primarily through hands-on industry experience within his family’s casino operations.
Children (number, ages)
Jack Binion has two children. No further detailed public information is available regarding their ages or personal details.
Year started playing poker
There is no verified record of Jack Binion starting a career as a professional poker player. Instead, he is primarily known as a casino executive and poker promoter, best known for running Binion’s Horseshoe and establishing the World Series of Poker in 1970.
Age when started playing
Since Jack Binion was not primarily a professional poker player, there is no specific age recorded for starting serious poker play. His involvement in poker has been more through casino management and event promotion.
Year turned professional
Jack Binion did not transition to a professional poker player role; rather, he became president of Binion’s Horseshoe casino in 1963 at age 26, which positioned him as a key figure in poker through his business role rather than as a player.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
There is no documented record of Jack Binion winning a major poker tournament. His contributions lie in organizing and promoting poker rather than tournament play.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
There is no specific information on a poker mentor for Jack Binion, as his connection to poker came through his family, especially his father Benny Binion, a casino magnate and poker icon.
First important tournament
Jack Binion did not have a first important poker tournament as a player. He organized and hosted the inaugural World Series of Poker in 1970, which marked a seminal event in poker history.
Main motivation for turning pro
Jack Binion’s motivation in poker was driven by his business role to promote poker as a casino industry cornerstone. He aimed to grow the game’s prestige and player base, transforming poker into a mainstream competitive sport through the World Series of Poker.
Initial bankroll
Information on Jack Binion’s personal poker bankroll or early financial backing for playing poker professionally is not available, consistent with his role being that of a casino executive and promoter rather than a player.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
Jack Binion’s poker education was largely experiential and inherited from working in the family’s casino business rather than through formal poker training or coaching.
First sponsor/backing
As Jack Binion was not a professional poker player, there is no record of sponsorship deals related to him personally as a player. His business ventures included owning and licensing casino brands.
Total live tournament winnings
There are no public records of Jack Binion’s total live poker tournament winnings, as his primary role was not as a tournament player but as a casino executive and poker promoter.
Number of tournament wins
Jack Binion is not credited with tournament wins because his reputation in poker is based on organizing and promoting major poker events, particularly the World Series of Poker.
Number of final tables
There are no known final table appearances for Jack Binion as a poker player documented publicly.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
No largest single tournament victory or prize money is recorded for Jack Binion since he was not a competitor in major poker tournaments.
WSOP bracelets (number)
Jack Binion has not won any WSOP bracelets; his relationship to the WSOP is as the founder and promoter, not a player winner.
WSOP cashes (number)
No documented WSOP cash finishes exist for Jack Binion as a player.
WSOP final tables
Jack Binion does not have WSOP final table finishes as he did not compete professionally.
Best WSOP Main Event result
No record exists of Jack Binion’s participation or placement in the WSOP Main Event as a player.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
No participation or results in super high roller $100K+ buy-in events associated with Jack Binion.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
No high roller tournament ($25K-$100K buy-in) wins or results documented for Jack Binion.
Online tournament winnings
No online poker tournament winnings or digital poker achievements are known for Jack Binion.
Major online titles
Jack Binion does not have recorded major online tournament titles or significant virtual poker victories.
Poker team
Jack Binion is not known to be affiliated with any poker team, stable, or player sponsorship group.
Main cash game limits
There is no verified information on cash game limits or stakes played by Jack Binion, as his poker role was managerial rather than a player.
Highest stakes played
There are no records of Jack Binion playing highest stakes cash games.
Notable high stakes sessions
Notable cash game sessions are not attributed to Jack Binion.
"Big Game" participation
Participation in famous "Big Game" or similar high stakes cash games is not recorded for Jack Binion.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
There are no known estimates of Jack Binion’s cash game profits or earnings publicly available.
Country ranking
No specific poker country ranking is available for Jack Binion.
All Time Money List position
Jack Binion does not appear on the All Time Money List for poker players.
Tournament ROI (if known)
No data available to calculate tournament return on investment for Jack Binion as a player.
Average tournament win
Average tournament cash winnings are not applicable to Jack Binion due to lack of recorded tournament play.
ITM percentage
No in-the-money percentage statistics exist for Jack Binion.
Final table percentage from cashes
No final table percentage data are available for Jack Binion.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
Year-by-year performance statistics for Jack Binion as a player are not documented.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
Jack Binion did not specialize as a player in any particular poker discipline; his role was focused on the overall promotion of the game and the casino business.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
Jack Binion is known for live poker tournament formats and casino event management rather than specific play format specialization.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
Preferred table size as a player is not documented; his involvement was outside of direct tournament play.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
While the World Series of Poker includes multiple formats such as NLHE, PLO, HORSE, Jack Binion’s role relates to organizing the WSOP and its varied events but not specialized play.
Specialization limits
No particular stakes or limits for Jack Binion as a player are known.
Online rooms where plays
There are no known online poker rooms where Jack Binion is recorded as playing regularly.
Favorite casinos/locations
Jack Binion’s favorite poker venue is historically Binion’s Horseshoe in Las Vegas, the casino he ran and where he launched the WSOP. He also expanded the Horseshoe brand to riverboat casinos and other locations.
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Jack Binion is not characterized stylistically as a poker player because he is not known for competing; his focus was on casino operations and event promotion.
Known for bluffs/traps
No reputation for bluffing or strategic poker play as Jack Binion was not an active tournament player.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
There is no record of Jack Binion’s poker decision-making approach since he was not a player; his business approach was innovative and visionary for the poker industry.
Style adaptability
Adaptability as a player is not documented; his adaptability is reflected in his ability to grow and develop the poker industry.
Playing strengths
Jack Binion’s primary strengths lie in poker business management, event promotion, and industry innovation rather than in playing poker.
GTO strategy usage
There is no evidence of Jack Binion applying Game Theory Optimal strategies as a player.
Poker software usage
There are no records of Jack Binion’s use of poker software for study or game improvement.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
Jack Binion has not been known for appearing as a poker player on televised poker shows; his appearances are more linked to his role in the industry.
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
Jack Binion does not have known participation in High Stakes Poker TV series as a player.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
No Poker After Dark player appearances are recorded for Jack Binion.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
Jack Binion has been featured in documentaries and interviews highlighting his role in the development of poker and the WSOP, reflecting his historical importance to the game.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Jack Binion has given major interviews in poker publications discussing the history of the WSOP and casino industry; notable interviews include PokerNews and other specialized media.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
No records of podcast guest appearances specifically for Jack Binion as a player, though he may have appeared in poker industry discussions.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
There is no known own podcast or video channel hosted by Jack Binion.
Facebook (account link)
No official Facebook profile or page linked to Jack Binion as a poker figure is publicly known.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
No personal YouTube channel associated with Jack Binion is documented.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
Jack Binion is not known to stream poker on Twitch or have a channel presence.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
There is no TikTok account linked to Jack Binion.
LinkedIn profile (link)
No public LinkedIn professional profile is noted for Jack Binion focused on poker or casino career.
Posting frequency in social media
There is no evidence of regular social media posting frequency or engagement by Jack Binion.
Type of content in social media
Content sharing by Jack Binion on social platforms is not publicly documented.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
Jack Binion is not known to have personal sponsorship deals as a player due to his role as a casino executive/promoter.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
There is no public record of sponsorship contracts involving Jack Binion as a poker player.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Jack Binion has not been documented as a poker site ambassador.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
Jack Binion’s business ventures include running Binion’s Horseshoe Casino, founding Horseshoe Gaming Holding Corporation, and operating multiple riverboat casinos; he was chairman of Wynn Resorts from 2006 to 2018.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
Jack Binion invested in the poker industry through ownership and promotion of casinos and poker tournaments, notably founding the World Series of Poker and the World Poker Open.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
There is no available information on Jack Binion offering poker coaching services.
Coaching rates (if public)
Not applicable as no coaching role is documented.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
Jack Binion has not published poker educational materials such as books or courses.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
No affiliate program partnerships involving Jack Binion are known.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
There is no personal poker merchandise branded under Jack Binion’s name.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
Jack Binion has not authored any known poker books.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
No participation in poker training series is recorded for Jack Binion.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
There are no records of masterclasses or seminars presented by Jack Binion.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
No professional coaching work documented.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
No notable poker coaching students linked to Jack Binion.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
No educational YouTube content by Jack Binion exists.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
Jack Binion has been featured in poker industry articles focusing on his impact on poker and casino management, including coverage by PokerNews and major gambling journals.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
Jack Binion does not have a history of writing regular poker columns.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
He has participated in industry conferences as a speaker or honored guest, discussing poker history and casino development.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
There are no public scandals associated with Jack Binion in the poker or casino industry.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
Jack Binion has no known cheating accusations or related controversies.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
The main documented conflict was a family dispute over control of Binion’s Horseshoe casino after Benny Binion’s death; Jack sold his interest to his sister during this dispute.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No public legal issues involving Jack Binion as a player or casino operator beyond familial business disputes are recorded.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
The primary public dispute involved family control over the casino business in the late 1990s.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
No tournament rule violations are connected to Jack Binion.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
There are no reported tax issues involving Jack Binion publicly known.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
Jack Binion has not been notably criticized within the poker community; he is widely respected as a pioneering casino executive and poker promoter.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
No public recorded responses to criticism by Jack Binion are known.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
Jack Binion was inducted into the American Gaming Association’s Gaming Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Poker Hall of Fame in 2005 in recognition of his contributions.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame (2005) and the American Gaming Association (AGA) Gaming Hall of Fame (2004).
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
Recognized by peers and industry leaders for his visionary role in establishing the WSOP and expanding the poker industry.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
He has received formal poker industry awards, including Poker Hall of Fame induction and other honors contributing to his legacy.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Established the World Series of Poker in 1970; grew Binion’s Horseshoe into a poker landmark; founded Horseshoe Gaming Holding Corporation; chairman of Wynn Resorts (2006–2018).
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
No personal poker playing records; known for the pioneering legacy in WSOP and casino development records.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
Key contributor to modern poker by launching WSOP, popularizing high-stakes poker, and innovating casino poker promotion.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
No specific charity tournament participation recorded for Jack Binion.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Regarded as a father of modern poker and WSOP; his innovations established poker as a major international competitive game; respected casino mogul.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
Major influence in professionalizing and marketing poker; his work enabled the WSOP’s emergence as the flagship global poker tournament series.
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
1970 | USA | World Series of Poker | Binion's Horseshoe Casino | Invitational | — | 1st (invitational winner by vote) | — | 7 entries | |
There is no record of Jack Binion providing tournament commentary.