Top 15 Candidates for the Women In Poker Hall of Fame Class of 2024

Nominations are now open for the Women In Poker Hall of Fame (WIPHOF) class of 2024. WIPHOF inducts new members every two years, and the last class of inductees in 2022 included Terry King, Jennifer Tilly, and Angelica Hael. Until September 23, members of the public can nominate up to three candidates. Current WIPHOF members will then select from among the nominees to elect the new inductees. The Women in Poker Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Luncheon will be held in December, in Las Vegas, with location and time to be announced soon.

Women In Poker Hall of Fame

Women in Poker Hall of Fame Candidate Requirements

Below are the requirements that WIPHOF candidates must meet:

A candidate must have been active as a player or industry leader for a minimum of 10 years prior to election and 35 years of age or older.
Player/industry leader must have contributed to the world of poker in some significant way. This person can qualify by either winning major poker tournaments, or by making significant contributions to the industry of poker.
Player/industry leader must be a proponent of women in poker. All nominees must be approved by a committee of the Board of Directors and Inductees.

You can nominate your three candidates until September 23 at this link. Below, in alphabetical order we list our top 15 potential picks of candidates who meet the nomination requirements.

2024 WIPHOF Potential Candidates

Gaelle Bauman

$1.4M live tournament earnings
10th in 2012 WSOP Main Event
Tournament cashes in 15 different countries

Liv Boeree

WSOP bracelet winner and EPT champion
$3.8M live tournament earnings
8th on Women’s All Time Money List
Tournament cashes in 22 different countries

Kerryjane Craigie

PokerStars Ambassador for Women in Poker
Head of Poker at The Hippodrome Casino in London
2nd in 2016 WSOP Casino Employees event
International board member at Women’s Poker Association

Kristen Foxen

2nd on Women’s All Time Money List
$8.3M live tournament earnings
Only woman with 4 WSOP bracelets
$6.1M online earnings
Won GPI Player of the Year 4 times (record)

Lynn Gilmartin

Presenter in poker media from 2009-2013, and for World Poker Tour since then
2 titles in Ladies Events
2 cashes in the WPT World Championship
Member of the Australian Poker Hall of Fame

Loni Harwood Hui

$3.9M live tournament earnings
2 WSOP bracelets and 5 WSOP Circuit rings
7th on Women’s All Time Money List

Jamie Kerstetter

2 time Global Poker Award winner
$951K live tournament earnings
2 WSOP runner-up finishes (Tag Team event & Ladies event)
One of poker’s top commentators

María Lampropulos

Only PCA Main Event female champion (2018)
$3.7M live tournament earnings
2017 MILLIONS Nottingham champion
4th on Argentina All Time Money List
10th on Women’s All Time Money List

Xuan Liu

$2.3M live tournament earnings
18th on Women’s All Time Money List
4th in 2012 PCA Main Event

Nadya Magnus

$2.1M live tournament earnings
2 time Global Poker Award winner
2 WSOP Circuit rings
Frequently gives away tournament entries to women to help grow the game

Leo Margets

$1.9M live tournament earnings
WSOP bracelet winner
27th in 2009 WSOP Main Event
16th on Spain All Time Money List

Tiffany Michelle

$432K live tournament earnings
Longtime poker media presenter
17th in 2008 WSOP Main Event

Ivonne Montealegre

Vice President International Division at Women’s Poker Association
Founder of Punta Cana Poker Classic and the Malta Poker Festival
Longtime advocate for getting more women involved in live poker events
SiGMA Poker Tour Operations Director

Jennifer Newell

Proactive women’s advocate in poker media for two decades
Past PokerStars Women writer/coordinator
Current Editor in Chief for Legal U.S. Poker Sites

Kara Scott

$664K live tournament earnings
Longtime WSOP Main Event broadcaster
Runner up in 2009 Irish Poker Open
Host of “The Heart of Poker” Podcast

About the Women in Poker Hall of Fame

The prestigious Women in Poker Hall of Fame, founded in 2008, celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the poker world. This esteemed institution recognizes those who have attained prominence in the game and have significantly impacted the poker community, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of female players.

In addition to honoring individual achievements, WIPHOF serves as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of diversity and representation in poker. It celebrates the rich history and evolving landscape of the game, acknowledging the invaluable contributions of women who have shaped and continue to shape its future. The Women in Poker Hall of Fame remains a testament to the talent, resilience, and indomitable spirit of women in poker, honoring those who have left an indelible mark on the game and continue to inspire future generations.

The 2022 inductees: Jennifer Tilly, Terry King, and Angelica Hael

Current WIPHOF Members (Alphabetical)

Billie Brown (2010), Debbie Burkhead (2016), Phyliss Caro Yazbek (2011), Victoria Coren Mitchell (2016), Barbara Enright (2008), June Field (2009), Jan Fisher (2009), Kristy Gazes Green (2011), Deborah Giardina (2014), Angelica Hael (2022), Jennifer Harman (2010), Margie Heintz (2011), Maria Ho (2018), Susie Isaacs (2008), Linda Johnson (2008), Terry King (2022), Kathy Liebert (2010), Joanne “JJ” Liu (2012), Kathy Raymond (2012), Vanessa Selbst (2022), Allyn Shulman (2014), Lupe Soto (2018), Jennifer Tilly (2022), Cyndy Violette (2009), and Marsha Waggoner (2008).