Mike Sexton Poker Career Overview
Mike Sexton is a professional poker player and broadcaster known for his long tenure as a lead commentator on the World Poker Tour. He began playing poker professionally in the 1980s after a career in real estate and transitioned into tournament poker during the 1990s. He is widely credited with helping popularize televised poker alongside friend and fellow commentator Vince Van Patten.
Sexton won his first and only World Series of Poker bracelet in 2006 in the $1,500 Seven-Card Stud event, earning over $200,000. According to The Hendon Mob, his total live tournament winnings exceed $6.5 million, with multiple final tables across WSOP, WPT, and Bellagio Five Diamond events. He remains active in high-profile poker commentary and ambassadorial roles.
WPT Leadership and Business Ventures
Mike Sexton served as president of the World Poker Tour for many years, helping grow the series into one of the most recognized poker brands globally. Under his leadership, the WPT expanded internationally, added new events, and secured broadcast deals with major networks and streaming platforms. He stepped back from the presidency but retains ties to the organization and continues to appear in WPT coverage.
Beyond commentary and WPT duties, Sexton has been involved in poker training and media ventures. He co-founded PokerGO, a subscription streaming service focused on poker content, which provides live tournament coverage and original shows. PokerGO has become a central platform for poker fans, with partnerships tied to major tours and events.
Net Worth, Earnings, and Current Status
Estimates of Mike Sexton poker net worth range from several million dollars to over $10 million when combining tournament cashes, commentary income, and business ventures. His earnings come from WSOP and WPT prize money, broadcasting contracts, PokerGO revenue, and sponsorship deals with poker rooms and brands.
Sexton continues to work as a poker ambassador and commentator, appearing at events and on platforms linked to PokerGO and major tour broadcasters. He is frequently cited in industry coverage alongside other poker legends and remains a recognizable face in both live and online poker media. For current tournament schedules and appearances, the official PokerGO site provides updates.