Marco Caldwell Johnson

Marco Caldwell Johnson was born on October 25, 1985, in Walnut Creek, California. Inspired to play poker by legendary professional Chip Reese, who was a neighbor during his childhood, Johnson developed a passion for the game early on. He now resides in Brooklyn, New York, after previously living in Mexico and Berkeley, California.

Johnson has amassed three WSOP bracelets. His first came in 2013 in Event #48: $2,500 Limit Hold'em Six-Handed, earning $206,796 after defeating a final table that included Juha Helppi and Maria Ho. He secured his second bracelet in 2016 in the $3,000 H.O.R.S.E. event for $259,730. His third and most recent bracelet was won in 2026 in Event #49: $2,500 Freezeout No-Limit Hold'em, where he defeated Chino Rheem heads-up to collect $513,885 — his largest WSOP prize. This was Johnson's first bracelet in a No-Limit Hold'em event. He also has a notable runner-up finish in 2008 when he finished second in the $2,000 No-Limit Hold'em event for $491,273. In total, Johnson has 43 WSOP money finishes, 14 final tables, and over $3.8 million in WSOP earnings. His deep run in the 2022 WSOP Main Event, finishing 35th, further solidified his versatility.

Johnson has excelled online under the screen names 'CrazyMarco', 'NoraFlum', and 'LayItDownSr'. In 2012, he won a World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP) title in Limit H.O.R.S.E. for $33,727.20. His largest online cash came from a third-place finish in the 2009 WCOOP $10,000 Limit H.O.R.S.E. event for $133,900. He also won the Full Tilt Poker 200K Guarantee in 2009 for $85,481. These accomplishments highlight his dominance in mixed-game formats online.

Beyond the WSOP, Johnson has a strong record in other live events. As of June 2026, his total live tournament earnings exceed $6.2 million from 177 cashes. His latest cash was $3,198 on June 12, 2026. He has consistently performed in high-stakes events, including multiple final tables at the World Poker Tour and other major series. His ability to adapt across disciplines—from Limit Hold'em to H.O.R.S.E. to No-Limit Hold'em—makes him a versatile threat at any table.

Johnson is known for an aggressive style, often leveraging position and stack sizes to apply pressure. He excels in mixed games like H.O.R.S.E. and Limit Hold'em, but his 2026 victory demonstrated his adaptability to No-Limit Hold'em. He emphasizes reading opponents and adjusting strategies to exploit weaknesses. His bankroll management and psychological insights, drawn from his early inspiration Chip Reese, contribute to his sustained success.

Away from the tables, Johnson is an avid golfer who draws parallels between poker and golf strategy. He holds 43 WSOP money finishes and remains a fixture on the tournament circuit. He has one child and balances family life with his professional poker career. Johnson is also recognized in poker databases, with a Hendon Mob ID of 75616 and a WSOP ID of 24686, reflecting his established presence in the sport.

Johnson's live tournament earnings have reached $6,262,902 as of his latest cash on June 16, 2026. He has 177 recorded live cashes, with the largest single payout being $513,885 for his 2026 WSOP bracelet win. His consistent performance over nearly two decades places him among the top American poker players. Notably, his first WSOP cash was in 2006, and he has since accumulated 14 WSOP final tables. His online earnings, though not fully tracked, include significant wins on major platforms.