Paul Richardson

Paul Richardson is an American professional poker player born in Glenwood, New Jersey and currently residing in San Ramon, California. According to the Hendon Mob Poker Database, his total live tournament earnings exceed $1,491,691, placing him among the top live earners from the United States. He has amassed a WSOP Circuit ring and numerous final tables across multiple high-profile series.

Richardson’s best live cash stands at $145,383, achieved in an unspecified event. He has cashed 69 times in live tournaments (per Hendon Mob) and has made 16 final tables. In 2025, he finished 4th in the WPT Rolling Thunder event at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, earning $91,000. He also placed 2nd in a WSOP Circuit event at Graton Casino in February 2025, taking home $26,220.

• WPT Rolling Thunder (March 2025): 4th place out of 404 entries, $91,000
• WSOP Circuit Graton (February 2025): 2nd place out of 383 entries, $26,220
• WSOP Circuit Thunder Valley (January 2025): 4th place in $600 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Max, $5,238
• WSOP Circuit Thunder Valley (January 2024): 6th place in $400 Monster Stack, $8,670
• WSOP 2024 Event #46: $1,000 Seniors NLH Championship: 332nd out of 7,954 entries, $3,783
• WSOP 2024 Event #38: $1,500 Monster Stack: 652nd out of 8,703 entries, $3,663

Richardson has one WSOP Circuit ring, achieved in a Main Event (likely from Thunder Valley). He has multiple final tables on the WSOP Circuit, including a runner-up finish in February 2025 at Graton Resort and Casino. His WSOP Circuit cashes span from 2024 to 2026, showing consistent participation.

In 2025, Richardson surpassed the $1,000,000 mark in live tournament earnings. he is ranked 1,009th on the United States All Time Money List and 180th in the California state rankings. As of 2026, he continues to play regularly in major events, including the WSOP and WSOP Circuit.

Note: No information is available regarding Richardson’s playing style, early career, or personal life beyond the tournament results listed.