Beth Shak (born November 8, 1969) is an American professional poker player, active in the professional circuit since 2004. Shak is also well known for her philanthropy efforts and extensive shoe collection.

Poker career

During her career, Shak has made it to two World Series of Poker final tables. At her first final table in 2005, she lost to Jennifer Tilly. She placed 8th in the 2005 World Series of Poker Ladies' event. At the 2007 World Series of Poker Shak placed 2nd in the $3,000 No-Limit Hold ‘em event. Shak signed on as a Red Pro for Full Tilt Poker in 2007. Shak made it to the final day of Season 5 of the European Poker Tour (EPT) finishing 31st out of almost 600 players, according to the European Poker Tour season 5 results. As of 2024, her total live tournament winnings exceed $480,000.

Personal life

Shak married to fellow poker player Dan Shak. They later divorced in 2009. On June 9, 2016, Shak married Rick Leventhal in Las Vegas.

Philanthropy

Shak is the founder and chair of the Deal Me In For Jed Poker Event benefitting The JED Foundation, a non-profit organization working to promote emotional health and prevent suicide among college and university students. Shak and ex-husband Dan co-founded the "All in" for Kids Poker Tournament in 2008. An annual charity event benefiting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia that ran until 2017. Shak was recognized for her contributions as a celebrity donor for the Wish Upon A Hero Foundation, a charitable organization inspired by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the September 11 attacks.

Shoe collection

Shak owns approximately 1,200 pairs of shoes, including 700 pairs by designer Christian Louboutin. Shak was featured in the documentary, God Save My Shoes, directed by Julie Benasra

Media appearances