Nick Schulman Joins Poker Hall of Fame

Nick Schulman became the 64th member of the Poker Hall of Fame during a special $1,979 Poker Hall of Fame Bounty event. Living Hall members voted him in on his first year of eligibility after he turned 40.

From Pool Halls

Schulman started competing at pool tables in New York before turning to professional poker at 19. Two years later, in 2005, he won the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Poker Finals for 2.167.600$ and, at 21, was the youngest WPT champion at the time.

Career highlights:

• WPT World Poker Finals (2005): 2.167.600$
• First WSOP bracelet (2009): 10.000$ No-Limit 2-7 Draw
• Further bracelets: 2012, 2019, 2023
• Three more bracelets between 2024 and 2025
• Career live earnings: well above the 24-million-dollar mark

He is also a regular in high-stakes cash games at Bobby's Room in Bellagio, with mixed-game play often compared to Doyle Brunson and Phil Ivey.

Beyond the Felt

Alongside results, Schulman works as a WSOP analyst with Ali Nejad on PokerGO broadcasts. He was named Broadcaster of the Year at the American Poker Awards in 2017 and at the Global Poker Awards in 2019.

Induction Stage

Schulman was named among the Poker Hall of Fame nominees in May after meeting the age requirement. The field also included Patrik Antonius, Scott Seiver, Phil Galfond, and Mike Matusow.

Before cards were dealt in the $1,979 bounty event, WSOP Executive Director Jack Effel brought Schulman on stage, declared him the newest Hall member, and presented a one-of-a-kind trophy.

Schulman said: "I understand how tough the Hall of Fame is. I know so many extraordinary people and players never get in. That only makes me appreciate this honor more. I want to thank my parents for always believing in me—not everyone is so lucky. Thank you to my amazing wife, Jess, you inspire me and make me better. And to my smart and wonderful daughter—I love you both."

He closed with: "Shuffle up and deal!"