Literally countless of people strive to be the next "mega star" in poker, but here is a short list of 4 of the more famous "charming players" of the game. Although "nice" is connected with their names when you are facing them it is "no more Mr. Nice guy" up until they have removed you out of the competition!
Daniel Negreanu
In 2004, his competition payouts added up to in excess of 4.4 million dollars and he came away with two immensely admired awards in the World Series of Poker Player of the Year and Cardplayer Magazine’s Competition Player of the Year. In February 2006 he was chosen Card Player’s Preferred Poker Player. Daniel still has the decency to speak with his fans about how they might improve their own game.
Howard Lederer
Known as "The Professor" and brother of fellow poker pro Annie Duke. His accomplishments have lead to him making an instructional poker video named "Secrets of No Limit Hold’em" and also hosting a tournament poker show for Fox. As of 2005, his complete life time winnings surpass 2.7 million dollars.
Scotty Nguyen
Scott is 1 of the most active players in professional poker and between Two Thousand and 2004 he ranked in the money in well over 100 events. He’s noted for saying "yeah baby" throughout poker matches and also coined the phrase "that’s poker baby" when alluding to a exceptionally bad defeat. As of 2006, his life time earnings are just about six million dollars.
Chris Ferguson
Chris has earned 5 WSOP titles with 2 of his successes coming in 2003. Has the nickname "Jesus" due to his characteristic long hair and beard, that, and along with his ability to toss playing cards quick enough to cut through bananas and pickles. As of 2005 his total poker tourney earnings exceeded $5 million.
