Johnny Chan - Top Poker Players
Johnny Chan
Nickname: The Orient Express
Birthplace: Canton, China
Johnny Chan was the first Asian poker player to be inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2002. Though originally from China, in 1968, his family moved to Phoenix Arizona and then to Houston, Texas in 1973. He dropped out of college at the age of 21 to play poker professionally. He is also famous for playing himself in the movie Rounders, with Matt Damon. Chan is considered one of the best all-around poker players today. He is also a consultant for casinos and game makers.
Poker Achievements:
- 9 WSOP bracelets, back-to back Championship Events 1987 and 1988.
- WSOP No Limit and Pot Limit Hold'em, 2003
- Poker Hall of Fame, 2002
