Justin Smith - Poker Player

Biography

Justin Smith, also known as Boosted J, is an American professional poker player. He is known for his High-stakes success both online and in live games. 

Background

Justin Smith was born in Hartford, Connecticut, on January 8th, 1988. He started playing poker when he was 17. He spent several weeks looking for a wheelchair, which also cost him his part-time job. His friend taught him Texas Holdem, and Smith started his poker journey with a bankroll of $50.

Justin Smith Poker Career

Justin Smith is known for his high-stakes poker games, both online and live. He regularly used to play no-limit hold 'em and pot-limit Omaha games online during the poker boom of the 2000s. In addition to his online games, he has played significant games in live tournaments. This includes:

• World Poker Tour (WPT): In 2009, he finished 3rd in the WPT Bellagio Cup V for $464,870. The following year, he finished 2nd in the 2010 WPT Championship, winning $594,755.
• World Series of Poker (WSOP): Smith has several World Series of Poker (WSOP) cashes and final table appearances.
• High-Stakes Cash Games: Smith has been a regular in some of Las Vegas and Macau's most exclusive and expensive cash games. He has played in games with blinds as high as $4,000/$8,000.

Beyond Poker

Justin Smith plays poker, produces, and writes. He has worked on several Hollywood projects.

Justin Smith's Net Worth

Justin Smith has a total live earnings of $2,301,729.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bracelets Justin Smith has won?

Justin Smith has not won a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet.

What is Justin Smith’s rank on the All Time Money list?

Justin ranks 1214th in the All-Time Money List.