Hometown: Malibu
Country of Origin: United States 
Jamie Gold is the 2007 World Series of Poker champion. He outlasted 8,772 other entrants and won the biggest purse in tournament poker history -- $12 million.
The television producer and talent agent showcased his own talent by often moving his opponents off of the best hand. He was mentored by Johnny Chan, whom he met at the Hustler Casino in California. In addition to mentoring, the two worked together on a television show.