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Antonio Esfandiari → Amir Esfandiary
Antonio Esfandiari's real name is Amir Esfandiary.
- Known as
- Antonio Esfandiari
- Real name
- Amir Esfandiary
- Also known as
- Antonio Esfandiari, The Magician
- Country
- USA (born in Iran)
- Category
- Poker Players
Antonio Esfandiari was born Amir Esfandiary. Known as "The Magician," he won the 2012 Big One for One Drop for $18,346,673 and played Hustler Casino Live's first high-stakes week in August 2021.
Facts checked Oct 24, 2026.
Who Antonio Esfandiari Is
Antonio Esfandiari was born on Dec. 8, 1978. He is an Iranian American pro and former professional magician known for his chip tricks. He has won three WSOP bracelets and two World Poker Tour titles. His biggest win was the 2012 Big One for One Drop, a $1 million buy-in charity event, for $18,346,673. In August 2021, PokerFirma reported that HCL's first $50/100 high-stakes stream featuring him and Andy Stacks drew a lot of attention.
Things You Might Not Know
- He was once No. 1 on poker's all-time tournament money list. (Wikipedia)
- He was the face of UltimatePoker.com. (Wikipedia)
About Hustler Casino Live
Hustler Casino Live is a livestreamed cash-game poker show filmed at Hustler Casino in Gardena, California, about 15 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. Its first episode aired on Aug. 3, 2021, and it was launched by Ryan Feldman and Nick Vertucci (Los Angeles Times; Wikipedia: Hustler Casino).
FAQ
What is Antonio Esfandiari's real name?
Antonio Esfandiari's real name is Amir Esfandiary.
How much did Antonio Esfandiari win in the Big One for One Drop?
$18,346,673 in 2012.
Is Antonio Esfandiari connected to Hustler Casino Live?
Yes. He played in HCL's first high-stakes week in August 2021.