Biography
Garrett Adelstein (pronounced addle-stine) is an American professional poker player. He is often referred to as G-Man. He primarily plays live no-limit holdem cash games and is a high-stakes cash-game specialist. He was a top player on the poker show Live at the Bike and Hustler Casino Live. He was known for his skill and intimidating style.
Background
Adelstein was born on May 16, 1986, in Tucson, Arizona. He attended college at the University of Arizona in Tucson. In 2013, he appeared briefly on the CBS TV show Survivor. From there, he started his poker career.
Garrett Adelstein Poker Career
Garrett Adelstein primarily plays high-stakes live cash games. Until 2014, he coached a poker school called "Run It Once". He is known for making big bets and taking risks. His notable winnings include a $48,000 win from the Poker Stars Caribbean Adventure in 2008, $48,487 from the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event and $49,108 from the 2016 WSOP Main Event.
In 2017, he started appearing on poker TV shows like Live at the Bike and the Poker After Dark. One of his notable hands was against Matt Berkey in the November broadcast of Poker After Dark, where he won $459,000.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth: May 16, 1986
Place of Birth: Tucson, Arizona, United States
Nationality: American
Profession: Poker Player
Net Worth: $5 Million
Adelstein-Lew controversy
In September 2022, Adelstein lost $269,000 to Robbi Jade Lew in Hustler Casino Live. Lew had made an unusual bet; she called a high bet with a weak hand. Adelstein felt something was fishy when Lew won. Usually calm, Adelstein suspected cheating and left the table.
Later, Lew gave back the money to Adelstein. However, Adelstein took to Twitter and accused her and other people of the organising committee of cheating. Lew said she returned the money to avoid conflict, not because she cheated.
The poker committee was divided in half; some believed Lew cheated, while others supported her, and Adelstein's reputation shattered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Garrett Adelstein?
Garrett Adelstein is an American poker player known for his high-stakes cash games.
Was Garrett Adelstein on Survivor?
Yes, Garrett Adelstein appeared on Survivor: Cagayan in 2013.
Does Garrett Adelstein play in tournaments?
Garrett Adelstein is primarily a live cash game player. However, he has also played in WSOP Main Event cashes. He has won more than $172,000 in tournament winnings.
Was Garrett Adelstein on Survivor?
Garrett Adelstein participated in the reality show Survivor: Cagayan in 2013. He was in a team called the "Brains" tribe but was the second person to be voted out of the game.
How much money has Garrett Adelstein won?
He has earned over $1.5 million in the games he has played on the Hustler Casino Live stream.
Is Garrett Adelstein a good poker player?
Yes, Garrett Adelstein is a popular poker player for playing live cash games worldwide.
What is Garrett Adelstein's net worth?
Garrett Adelstein's net worth is $5 million.