Kevin Song

Kevin Song is a professional poker player from South Korea, currently residing in Hacienda Heights, California. With over $4.8 million in live tournament earnings, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the poker community. His most notable achievement came in April 1997, when he won his first bracelet at the 28th World Series of Poker (WSOP) along with his best cash of $397,120.

Since beginning his poker journey in 1980, Kevin made significant strides in tournament play, officially starting in 1995. Throughout his career, he has reached numerous final tables at the WSOP, showcasing his skill and dedication. Renowned for his expertise in limit-hold ’em, he is considered one of the top players in this format. Despite his success, Kevin remains somewhat under the radar, focusing on his craft and contributing to the poker community.

Kevin Song: Live Tournament Participation

Kevin Song’s first recorded live cash occurred in April 1994, he placed 9th in the $2,500 Limit Hold’em event at the 25th World Series of Poker in Las Vegas, earning $7,950.

Following this, in April 1997, he won the $2,000 Limit Hold’em event at the 28th World Series of Poker, taking home $397,120.

Later that same year, in August 1997, he won the $5,000 + 80 Championship Event No Limit Hold’em at the Hall of Fame Poker Classic in Las Vegas, with a prize of $184,000.

In December 2006, Song achieved further success by winning the $1,500 + 90 No Limit Hold’em event at the Fifth Annual Five Diamond World Poker Classic in Las Vegas, earning $253,560.

He continued to compete and, in June 2008, finished 4th in the $2,500 No Limit Hold’em event at the 39th World Series of Poker, cashing $141,983.

Moreover, in June 2013, he participated in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship at the 44th World Series of Poker, finishing 14th and taking home $128,620.

Most recently, in July 2024, he finished 12th in the $260 No Limit Hold’em Mega Stack event (Event #33) at the Legends of Poker in Los Angeles, earning $435.