Shirley Rosario

Shirley Rosario is an accomplished poker player and former website owner. After securing a first-place finish in the 2003 Grand Slam of Poker No Limit Hold ’em Shootout at the Hustler Casino, Shirley Rosario established herself as a formidable presence in the competitive poker circuit. The same year, she achieved a notable second-place finish, behind Phil Hellmuth, at the L.A. Poker Classic Omaha Championship, underscoring her proficiency across multiple poker variants.

Demonstrating consistent high-level performance, she went on to win three distinct HORSE events at the prestigious Commerce Casino in 2009, 2010, and 2011, showcasing her mastery of mixed games. Beyond her impressive tournament record, Rosario expanded her influence through entrepreneurial ventures within the poker industry. She owned and successfully operated Poker-Babes.com, a prominent information website dedicated to poker. In 2010, she executed a strategic sale of Poker-Babes.com to PokerStars, a leading global online poker cardroom, and continued to contribute to the site’s blog post-acquisition.

Her recognized authority on poker, particularly concerning women in the sport, has led to her being frequently quoted in major publications including The Times, the Associated Press, and The New York Times. In 2004, Rosario also contributed her expertise to the instructional guide ‘Poker for Dummies,’ appearing alongside renowned poker professional Chris Moneymaker. Shirley Rosario’s sustained career achievements are reflected in her substantial earnings; as of 2018, her total live tournament winnings exceeded $500,000. Her comprehensive recorded earnings across all professional engagements stand at an impressive $996,641, affirming her status as a highly successful and respected figure in the world of professional poker.