Phil Hellmuth storms the 2025 WSOP Main Event with a show-stopping entrance
In the world of poker, the WSOP Main Event is always a spectacle, but this year, the event was elevated by a theatrical entrance from none other than Phil "Poker Brat" Hellmuth. Known for his flamboyant style and larger-than-life personality, Hellmuth's entrance at the 2025 Main Event was nothing short of extraordinary.
Accompanied by his son, Dan "Jungleman" Cates, and a band named "Highway to Hellmuth," Hellmuth made his grand entrance to the tune of AC/DC's Highway to Hell, complete with an '80s rock style, fake hair, and leather. The scene was further enhanced by the presence of 17 models, one for each of his bracelets, adding a touch of glamour to the event.
While some players found the spectacle obnoxious and distracting, others appreciated the energy and personality Hellmuth brought to the event. This year's entrance was especially notable because it followed Hellmuth's reversal of his Main Event boycott, adding a narrative of his renewed participation.
The entrance disrupted the flow of the Main Event during a break, but for those tuning into the PokerGO stream, they were treated to the sight of Hellmuth playing in a wig, a sight that has become a tradition for the poker legend.
The tradition of Hellmuth's theatrical entrance has become a signature part of his WSOP Main Event appearances, blending poker with performance and showmanship. While player reactions remain mixed, the tradition is widely recognized as a unique and anticipated part of the poker world's biggest event.
In the end, whether you love him or hate him, there's no denying that Phil Hellmuth knows how to make an entrance. As the Main Event broadcast airs at 7pm, be sure to tune in and see for yourself the spectacle that is Phil Hellmuth's WSOP Main Event entrance.
[1] Source: PokerOrg interview with Phil Hellmuth.
- At the 2025 WSOP Main Event, Phil "Poker Brat" Hellmuth's theatrical entrance, showcasing casino-games like poker, was enhanced by a band, 'Highway to Hellmuth', and 17 models, bringing casino-and-gambling to the forefront of glamourous entertainment.
- Enhancing the sports-like atmosphere of the WSOP Main Event, Hellmuth made his grand entrance, dressed in an '80s rock style, playing a game of poker, only to further display his showmanship and performance.
