The cards are on the table, and it's your move! The Poker Hall of Fame Governing Council is now accepting nominations for the 2025 inductee, and they want to hear from you. From June 6 to June 15, players, fans, and poker lovers everywhere can help decide who gets immortalized as the 64th member of poker's most elite club.
As the world's best battle it out at the 2025 WSOP at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas, the search is on for the next legend to join icons like Doyle Brunson, Phil Ivey, and Daniel Negreanu - or perhaps a behind-the-scenes game-changer who's helped poker thrive.
Who's Got What It Takes?
Nominees must meet the Hall's gold-standard criteria:
- At least 40 years old
- Played high-stakes and held their own
- Respected by peers and top competition
- Consistently great over time
- Built a lasting legacy
- Or, if a non-player, left a major impact on the game
Not just players make the cut - Special Honorees like Linda Johnson ("The First Lady of Poker") and PokerGO President Mori Eskandani have earned their place by elevating the game from the rail.
How to Nominate
From June 6-15, submit your nomination at WSOP.com using the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Online Ballot. On June 17, the top 10 finalists will be revealed. Then, living Hall of Famers will cast their votes to decide who truly deserves to be etched into poker history.
The newest inductee will be revealed live before Event #92: $1,979 Poker Hall of Fame Bounty on Friday, July 11.
Want to See the Legends?
After nominating, check out the Poker Hall of Fame page on WSOP.com to explore its storied past and view the full roster of all 63 members who helped build the game we love.
Time to go all-in on poker history - who's your pick?
Source: https://www.wsop.com/news/submit-your-nomination-for-the-2025-poker-hall-of-fame-inductee/
