Dan Bilzerian
Daniel Brandon Bilzerian (born December 7, 1980) is an American poker player, businessman, and social media influencer.
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| Born | Daniel Brandon Bilzerian December 7, 1980 Tampa, Florida, U.S. |
| Citizenship | United States (1980–present) Armenia (2018–present) |
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| Relatives | Adam Bilzerian (brother) |
Born in Tampa, Florida, Bilzerian benefited from trust funds established by his father, a notable figure on Wall Street. Bilzerian droppped out of studying Business and Criminology at the University of Florida to pursue professional poker.
Bilzerian's career has been marked by his participation in high-stakes poker, including a notable finish in the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event. His poker achievements and claims, such as winning $11 million in a single night, have brought him fame, alongside his activity on social media platforms. Beyond poker, Bilzerian founded Ignite International Brands Ltd., dealing in lifestyle products; the company had financial losses.
His personal life and professional endeavors have both been controversial, with reported incidents leading to legal issues and public disputes. Bilzerian has made headlines for his political statements and attempted presidential run in 2016. There has been speculation around the origins of his fortune.