Kelly Jia Tan Zarriello

Kelly Jia Tan Zarriello, from the United States, currently around 30 years old, is an active poker player in both online and live tournaments. She has Chinese heritage and often competes under the English name Kelly Tan. As of 2025, her world ranking is #26527, with career live earnings of approximately $120,051.

Kelly's professional poker career began in the mid-2010s. She has cashed multiple times in WSOP (World Series of Poker) side events and has won several small- to medium-sized tournaments. In 2023, she finished runner-up in the main event of an online series, earning around $30,000. Additionally, she has shared poker strategies via Twitch and YouTube, building a modest following.

Kelly is known for a tight-aggressive ([TAG]) style, excelling at post-flop value betting and hand reading. She emphasizes positional advantage and pot control, avoiding unnecessary bluffs. In interviews, she has stated, "Patience is the most important quality in poker."

• Tags: “Chinese-American female player,” “online grinder,” “[poker coach].”
• Trivia: She once shared on Twitter the story of using her poker winnings to fund a family trip. Additionally, her relationship with another poker player (presumably her husband) has been a topic of discussion among fans.

Kelly's journey demonstrates how small- and mid-stakes players can improve through discipline and learning tools. She recommends beginners start with low-stakes cash games and emphasizes the importance of hand reviews. Her YouTube channel features many free strategy videos that are useful for beginners.