Justin Bonomo

Justin Bonomo is a high-stakes professional poker player, recognized for his significant achievements in live tournaments and strategic gameplay. After making history in February 2005 as the youngest player to appear at a televised final table during the inaugural European Poker Tour (EPT) event at the French Open in Deauville, France, securing a fourth-place finish, Justin Bonomo established himself as a dominant force in professional poker. Bonomo, known online as ‘ZeeJustin,’ transitioned into professional poker after a successful competitive journey in Magic: The Gathering, quickly building a significant bankroll through low-stakes limit cash games. This early success propelled him into a distinguished career, marking him as one of the most successful figures in the sport.

Bonomo has been a regular participant and winner on elite circuits such as the Triton High Roller Series, PokerStars Caribbean Adventure, and ARIA High Roller Events, consistently demonstrating his strategic prowess at the highest stakes. His relentless pursuit of excellence continued into more recent years, including a win in the $25,000 8-Handed event at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure in 2023, which added $574,529 to his considerable earnings. As of August 2025, Justin Bonomo’s total live tournament winnings exceed an astounding US$65.6 million, firmly placing him among the absolute top all-time money earners in tournament poker globally and solidifying his legacy as one of the sport’s most successful and formidable competitors.