Michael Matusow (born April 30, 1968 in Los Angeles, California) is an American professional poker player residing in Henderson, Nevada.
Matusow's nickname of "The Mouth" reflects his reputation for trash-talking at the poker table.
He is also known for sometimes ruining hours or days of good play with a single misjudgment (known as a "Mike Matusow Blow-up" or "Mike Matusow Meltdown").Matusow began playing poker seriously in the early 1990s, first while working as a poker dealer, then as a professional player.
His successes include being a four-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner and the winner of the 2005 World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions.