Katie Morgan is making one of the most unexpected career pivots in recent memory. The longtime adult film star has officially gone from the set to the felt, competing in this year’s World Series of Poker Main Event. Her transition to WSOP poker represents a bold new chapter for the actress, who has been playing the game since childhood.
The XXX star told TMZ Sports she’s now playing on poker’s biggest stage, going straight to the big leagues without hesitation. With an estimated 12,000 players expected this year, the Main Event draws everyone from casual enthusiasts to the most elite professionals from around the globe.
Morgan’s poker journey began early. Her grandfather taught her how to play when she was just five years old, and she later ran a home game in Los Angeles for about a decade. For years, it remained a casual passion until she entered a relationship with a professional poker player, which opened the door to tournaments and live play.
That relationship proved transformative. She began taking the game more seriously, and this year, everything clicked. Morgan secured backers who bought her action, putting her into the WSOP Main Event.
The World Series of Poker Main Event is no small affair. This year’s tournament offers a staggering $10 million prize for the winner. Morgan described it as “life-changing money” for anyone who reaches the final tables.
With backing secured and confidence high, Morgan is ready to prove herself against some of the best players in the world. She described the tournament as a massive gathering of talent, where “literally everybody who’s anybody in poker is here.”
For Morgan, the transition from adult entertainment to competitive poker marks not just a career change but a return to something she’s loved her entire life. Whether she walks away with the prize or not, her presence at the WSOP has already captured attention as one of the most talked-about storylines of this year’s event.
