Lavinna Zhang

Birthplace
China

Hometown
Montebello, CA

Total Winnings

Lavinna Zhang lived more than the first half of her life in China. When it was time to come to America and get a degree in accounting, she wasted little time in putting her career as an accountant behind her and getting into the poker world. Still in her mid-20s, Zhang won a seat into the World Poker Tour Ladies' Night II. Sitting among such well-known players as Isabelle Mercier, Sharon Goldman, Clonie Gowen, Wendeen Eolis, and Cyndy Violette, Zhang immediately established herself as one of the most aggressive players around.

During the battle, Zhang and Mercier seemed to be competing for who could shoot the fiercest looks across the table. It was little surprise to see the two women end up heads-up against each other. It was the type of battle everyone enjoyed watching. When it was over, though, Mercier held all the chips. Since that time, Zhang has remained quiet in the poker world. Regardless, with the kind of tenacity she has already shown, it would be no surprise to see her return.