Earl "the Pearl" Strickland (born June 8, 1961 in Roseboro, North Carolina) is an American professional pool player who is considered one of the best nine-ball players of all time.
He has won numerous championship titles and, in 2006, was inducted into the Billiard Congress of America's Hall of Fame.
He is also known as one of the sport's most controversial players for his outspoken views and his sometimes volatile behavior at tournaments.
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