Lynn Gilmartin

Lynn Gilmartin is an Irish-Australian professional poker player, born on November 3, 1984, in Dublin, Ireland. She currently has over $70.2K in live earnings, with a notable $36.5K win. Gilmartin achieved success in the European Poker Tour and serves as the anchor for the World Poker Tour on Fox Sports Networks. Furthermore, she is married to Angel Guillen, a distinguished Mexican professional poker player, WPT Mexico Commentator, and WPT Global Ambassador.

Inducted into the Australian Poker Hall of Fame in January 2020, Gilmartin is not only a poker pro but also a versatile TV personality, actress, and Hall of Fame sportscaster. Her contributions extend to various television shows, including World Poker Tour, WPT Alpha8, and Aussie Millions. Beyond entertainment, she serves as a WPT Global Ambassador. Additionally, she is an ambassador for the WPT Foundation, supporting causes like the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Education Reform Now. Gilmartin is also a Wildlife Warriors Global Ambassador, advocating for Koalas.

Lynn Gilmartin: Early Life

Lynn Gilmartin was born in Dublin, Ireland, on November 3rd, 1984. She moved to Melbourne, Australia, in 1986, and currently resides in Gold Coast. Transitioning from dreams of hosting a travel series, she pursued education at La Trobe University and RMIT University. She actively participated in acting, dancing, concerts, musicals, and TV commercials during college.

After graduation, Gilmartin enrolled in an advertising diploma and ventured into the poker industry in 2009 as a reporter for PokerNews.com and PokerStar.tv. Hosting prestigious events like the World Series of Poker, European Poker Tour, Latin American Poker Tour, and Asia Pacific Poker Tour, she debuted as the host of the Crown’s Aussie Millions Poker Championship on Australian and English television in 2012.

In 2013, she moved to Los Angeles to lead the twelfth season of the World Poker Tour on Fox Sports and worked as a side-reporter for ESPN Australia’s World Series of Poker Asia Pacific coverage and the Crown’s Aussie Millions Poker Championship.

Beyond poker, Gilmartin hosted the American Poker Awards in 2018 and ventured into film in the same year, earning acclaim for her role in Museo. Her contributions led to induction into the Australian Poker Hall of Fame in January 2020.

Lynn Gilmartin: Poker Career

Lynn Gilmartin embarked on her poker journey in December 2009. She achieved her inaugural live tournament successes at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour in Sydney. Participating in the A$500 + 50 No Limit Hold’em Ladies Event, she secured an impressive 3rd place, earning $3,032.

Subsequently, in April 2011, Lynn triumphed in the $100 No Limit Hold’em Ladies Event. It took place at the Latin American Poker Tour in Lima, Peru. She finished in 1st place winning a prize of $650.

In September 2011, she demonstrated her skills at the Australia New Zealand Poker Tour in Melbourne. She finished in 7th place in the A$ 300 EJ Whitten Foundation Charity NLH event and cashed for $1,538. 

Progressing to the European Poker Tour in Barcelona in August 2015, Lynn emerged victorious in the € 200 + 20 No Limit Hold’em Women’s Event. She came in 1st place and won a substantial prize of $6,649.

In July 2017, she competed in the $1,000 No Limit Hold’em Ladies Championship. It took place during the 48th WSOP in Las Vegas. She achieved a commendable 49th place and earned $2,301. 

The following year, in June 2018, Lynn participated in the Aria 2018 Poker Classic in Las Vegas. She finished in 259th place in the $500 + 65 No Limit Hold’em event with a cash prize of $900.

Fast forward to December 2022, Lynn Gilmartin entered the prestigious WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. She took part in the challenging $9,800 + 600 No Limit Hold’em tournament. Despite facing formidable competition, she secured 91st place, earning a substantial cash prize of $36,500. 

In December 2023, Gilmartin took part in the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas. Lynn achieved 454th place in the $9,800 + 600 No Limit Hold’em event, adding $18,700 to her list of poker accolades. 

Conclusion

Lynn Gilmartin’s poker journey is a testament to her enduring passion and skill in the game. Beyond her impressive achievements on the felt, Gilmartin’s role as the anchor for the World Poker Tour on Fox Sports Networks and her induction into the Australian Poker Hall of Fame underscore her significant contributions to the poker world. Her multifaceted career as a TV personality, actress, and Hall of Fame sportscaster further highlights her versatility and impact in the entertainment industry.

Gilmartin’s dedication to poker extends beyond the tables, as evidenced by her ambassadorial role for the WPT Foundation. From her early successes at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour to her recent performances at the WPT World Championship, Lynn has consistently demonstrated her prowess in diverse poker events worldwide. Her journey is marked not only by victories but by a genuine love for the game and a commitment to its community. Lynn Gilmartin stands as an inspiration for aspiring poker players and a respected figure whose influence reaches far beyond the green baize.