Chris Washburn

Christopher Washburn, widely recognized as DJ Washburn. He is an accomplished American professional disk jockey hailing from Syracuse, New York, USA. Washburn is also the proud owner of Washburn Entertainment. Not only known for his musical talents, he is also one of the recurring stars on the high-stake cash game show, Hustler Casino Live.

DJ Washburn Early Life

Washburn’s roots trace back to Plattsburgh, NY, where he spent his formative years before earning his degree from Ithaca College in 2008. With almost 15 years in entertainment and nightlife entertainment, He’s a national acclaimed DJ. In addition to his DJing career, Chris has a passion for poker dating back to the early 2000s during the poker boom. He has been involved in the game for over two decades. He regarded poker as a hobby as his primary income comes from being a DJ, supplemented by real estate and investments.

His journey led him to Hustler Casino in Los Angeles, playing 10/20/40 and 25/50/100 No Limit games. Furthermore, what truly excites Washburn is his involvement in Hustler Casino Live. He sees its commitment to providing viewers with engaging and captivating poker streams by featuring not only skilled players but also with vibrant personalities.

DJ Washburn Poker Journey on Hustler Casino Live

Washburn has made a total of 19 appearances on the show thus far. His first appearance was in Episode 117, which aired in January 2022, where he managed to secure a profit of $7,930.

However, his most memorable moment on the show occurred in Episode 287, which aired in September 2022. This particular episode featured a high-stakes game with a minimum buy-in of $100K. Washburn found himself facing off against renowned players like Phil Ivey, Andy Tsai, and Garret Adelstein. Unfortunately, the intensity of the episode resulted in a substantial loss for Washburn, amounting to a staggering $102,000.

In the aftermath of his last hand on Episode 287, Washburn took a moment for an interview. Washburn acknowledged that poker can be easy when you win but challenging when you lose. Despite the loss, he values playing with legendary poker players and emphasizes the importance of dealing with failure. 

Moving into 2023, Washburn’s fortunes took a turn for the better. Across 6 appearances, he amassed a total profit of $57,870. His highest profit during this year was achieved in Episode 386, where he secured an impressive $17,500 in profit. His most recent appearance on the show was in Episode 485, which aired in July 2023. This episode saw Washburn profit $16,930.

Conclusion

DJ Washburn’s poker journey on Hustler Casino Live has been a rollercoaster of wins and losses. He also remains resilient and continues to thrive in his poker ventures, showcasing his passion and determination for the game. Follow DJ Washburn’s poker journey on his YouTube channel, creating a vibrant, positive community for gambling enthusiasts to connect.