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Mike Sexton Biography

Birth Name:Michael Richard Sexton

Birth Place:Shelby, Indiana, United States

Profession Actor

Fast Facts

  • Received the 2008 Patriot Award from the Paralyzed Veterans of America
  • In 1989, he won a bracelet at the World Series of Poker
  • Earned a degree in public recreation from The Ohio State University
  • Started playing poker in college, eventually quitting his job in order to become a profession poker player
  • Was a competitive gymnast, earning a full scholarship to college for the sport
  • Served in the military at a paratrooper for the 82nd Airborne Division
  • Taught the card game of bridge while living in North Carolina