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The Poker Hall of Fame Governing Council is now accepting nominations from the poker community for the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame inductee. Nominations will be accepted from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 15, with poker players and fans alike encouraged to voice who they think should join the prestigious group.

Las Vegas, Nevada (July 6, 2025) - As poker players continue to battle it out in the 2025 World Series of Poker at the Horseshoe and Paris in Las Vegas, the nominations process has officially begun for who will be the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee.

Players, fans, and all members of the poker community are encouraged to submit their nominations for who they think should become the 64th member of poker's most illustrious group.

Criteria for induction into the Poker Hall of Fame

Induction into the Poker Hall of Fame is contingent on the following criteria: 

- Age of Experience: at least 40 years of age at the time of nomination.
- High Stakes Experience: Having played and proven themselves at the high stakes.
- Respected by Peers: Held in high regard by fellow poker players and having faced acknowledged top competition at the poker table.
- Consistent Excellence: Played consistently well, earning the respect of peers.
- Legacy That Lasts: Withstanding the test of time and achieving longevity in poker.
- Shaping the Game: For non-players, contributing to the game of poker in a way that has resulted in lasting, positive results.

While the Poker Hall of Fame predominantly consists of some of the best poker players of all-time such as Phil Ivey and Doyle Brunson, non-players (referred to as Special Honorees) who have helped the game of poker thrive and grow can also be nominated. 

Notable Special Honorees enshrined in the Poker Hall of Fame include "First Lady of Poker" and WSOP bracelet winner Linda Johnson as well as PokerGO President Mori Eskandani.

How to submit your nomination for the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee

From Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 15, members of the poker community can submit their nominations for the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee on WSOP.com through the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Online Ballot.

On Tuesday, June 17, 10 finalists will be announced, with each living Poker Hall of Fame member then voting on who they believe is the most deserving to be cemented into poker history.

Prior to Event #92: $1,979 Poker Hall of Fame Bounty on Friday, July 11, the newest member of the Poker Hall of Fame will be announced.

Learn more about the Poker Hall of Fame

After you submit your nomination for the 2025 Poker Hall of Fame Inductee, be sure to check out the official Poker Hall of Fame page on WSOP.com, where readers can learn the learn history of the Poker Hall of Fame and see the complete list of all 63 members.