Biography
Nick Cassavetes is an American poker player, filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter. He is known for directing “The Notebook” and “Jogn”. He has played in the World Series of Poker (WSOP), and as of 2025, he has made over ranges between $10 million and $40 million.
Background
Nick Cassavetes was born on May 21, 1959, in New York City, USA. He is the son of actor-director John Cassavetes and esteemed actress Gena Rowlands. He appeared as a child in his father’s films Husbands 1970 and A Woman Under the Influence, 1974.
After his injury, he earned a basketball scholarship at Syracuse University, but he shifted to acting and studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
Nick Cassavetes poker Career
Nick Cassavetes is more than a casual player; he has competed in several major live events. This includes:
- Finishing 3rd in the 2005 WSOP Main Event and won $77,710.
- In the 2014 WSOP, Millionaire Maker, he finished 28th and won $6,353.
- In the WPT Invitational season 5, he finished 5th.
- He has made multiple smaller cashes at WPT and other tournaments. He also appeared on the TV poker show High Stakes Season 5.
Nick Cassavetes Top Cashes
|
Date |
Event/Tournament |
Place |
Winnings |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jul 15, '05 |
No-Limit Hold'em Championship 2005 36th Annual World Series of Poker |
93 |
$77,710 |
|
Apr 09, '06 |
Event 13 - No-Limit Hold'em 2006 Sport of Kings |
2 |
$34,500 |
|
Oct 20, '06 |
WPT Championship Event 12 2006 Festa Al Lago Classic -WPT- |
65 |
$12,525 |
|
Nov 11, '07 |
No-Limit Hold'em Turbo Six-Handed Event 9 2007 Holiday Bonus Tournament |
2 |
$12,330 |
|
Jun 02, '14 |
$1,500 No-Limit Hold'em Millionaire Maker 2014 World Series of Poker |
287 |
$6,353 |
Nick Cassavetes's Net Worth
Nick Cassavetes has a total live earnings of $146,838.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nick Cassavetes known for?
Nick Cassavetes is known for his movies like She's So Lovely, John Q., The Notebook, Alpha Dog, and My Sister's Keeper.
Why is Nick Cassavetes so tall?
He got his height from his mother's Gena Rowlands side of the family.
How many bracelets Nick Cassavetes has won?
He has not won a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet.
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