List of Famous Wrestlers

Stacy Keibler was born October 14, 1979, in Rosedale, Maryland. She became a household name in sports entertainment and Hollywood. People know her for her statuesque beauty and athletic skill. Keibler first gained fame as a professional wrestler with World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and later with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Her career goes past the wrestling ring. She showed skill in dance and modeling early on. At three years old, she started ballet, jazz, and tap dancing lessons.

Maria Menounos is an American entertainment reporter, television personality, professional wrestler, actress, and businesswoman of Greek descent. She was born June 8, 1978, in Medford, Massachusetts. She participated in beauty pageants and won Miss Massachusetts Teen USA in 1996. Menounos studied journalism at Boston's Emerson College, graduating in 2000. Channel One News noticed her reporting skills and offered her a correspondent job, starting her entertainment career.

Danny Bonaduce became famous as an actor, radio host, and professional wrestler. Born Dante Daniel Bonaduce in Broomall, Pennsylvania on August 13, 1959, his charisma and talent showed early. He played Danny Partridge on *The Partridge Family*, which aired 1970 to 1974. This role brought him fame and audience admiration across America. Bonaduce's path faced difficulties after *The Partridge Family*.

Hulk Hogan, born Terry Eugene Bollea on August 11, 1953, in Augusta, Georgia, is an iconic professional wrestler. He won the WWF World Heavyweight Championship twelve times and the WCW World Heavyweight Championship six times. His large persona, charisma, and unique wrestling style launched him to global fame. Hogan became one of the most recognizable and influential figures in professional wrestling. Before fame, Hogan played bass guitar as a skilled musician.

Dennis Rodman was born May 13, 1961, in Trenton, New Jersey. He grew up in a rough Dallas, Texas neighborhood where people often ignored him because of his small size. A late growth spurt pushed him into basketball. Rodman became a recognizable figure in the sport. His professional career started with the Detroit Pistons in 1986, following time at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Rodman used his strong defense and rebounding to become a key player for the "Bad Boys" Pistons team that won back-to-back.

John Cena, born April 23, 1977, in West Newbury, Massachusetts, became a major figure in professional wrestling and beyond. Cena uses "You can't see me" as his catchphrase and the "Attitude Adjustment" as his signature move. Cena symbolizes strength and determination in the WWE and popular culture. He started his fame after getting a degree in exercise physiology from Springfield College in Massachusetts, pursuing bodybuilding.

Dwayne Johnson, known as The Rock, is a multi-faceted figure in entertainment and sports. Born May 2, 1972, in Hayward, California, Johnson first focused on football before moving into professional wrestling. As a third-generation wrestler from the Anoa'i family, Johnson earned many titles in WWE history. His charisma and athletic skill took him to Hollywood, where he became a major star.

Christopher Keith Irvine, known as Chris Jericho, has an inspiring career in many areas. Born November 9, 1970, in Manhasset, New York, the Canadian-American star works as a professional wrestler, musician, author, and podcast host. Jericho shows versatility and endurance. Jericho's wrestling career includes major wins. He debuted in 1990 and wrestled internationally in Mexico and Japan.

Randy Savage, born Randall Mario Poffo in 1952, left a mark on professional wrestling. Savage used a flamboyant style and a larger-than-life persona. He dominated the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and later World Championship Wrestling (WCW). Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, Savage was the son of professional wrestler Angelo Poffo. Savage began wrestling in 1973 as "The Spider," but his career shifted in 1985 when he joined the WWF.

Shawn Michaels, born July 22, 1965, as Michael Shawn Hickenbottom, is a famous professional wrestler. Raised in San Antonio, Texas, Michaels found his passion young and built a career that made him an influential performer. He started with Mid-South Wrestling and Kansas City's Central States Wrestling. His time with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), now WWE, launched him to stardom. Michaels's time in WWE features impressive achievements.

Barbie Blank acts in "Disturbing the Peace."

David Arquette started acting in the early 1990s. He got his first big part in the TV series 'The Outsiders'. This led to roles in films like 'Buffy The Vampire Slayer' and 'Airheads'. The horror franchise 'Scream' gave Arquette recognition; his role as Deputy Dewey Riley earned him praise. Arquette grew up in an arts family. His parents, Lewis Arquette and Brenda Denaut, were actors. His siblings include Patric

Ric Flair, Richard Morgan Fliehr, was born February 25, 1949. He carries prestige in professional wrestling. People call him "The Nature Boy." His charisma and flashy style made him a major figure in wrestling history. Flair was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He was adopted and raised in Edina, Minnesota. There, he found an early interest in sports, excelling in football and track in high school. Flair entered wrestling stardom after dropping out of the University of Minnesota to train with Verne Gagne.

Bret Hart, born July 2, 1957, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a legendary professional wrestler. He comes from the Hart family, which greatly affects the sport. As the second youngest of twelve children, Stu Hart, a respected wrestler and owner of Stampede Wrestling, trained him early. Bret began wrestling in 1976, working for his father's company. In 1984, Bret joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), a key moment in his career. He gained much recognition.

Randy Orton, born April 1, 1980, in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a wrestler and actor known for his charisma and athletic skill. He comes from a notable wrestling family; his father, Cowboy Bob Orton, and grandfather, Bob Orton Sr., were important in wrestling. Growing up there, Orton developed an interest in wrestling young. Orton's career launched when he joined the World Wrestling Federation (now World Wrestling Entertainment) in 2001. He quickly became famous with the faction Evolution alongside

Kurt Angle, an American actor, appeared in "Not Cool," "Warrior," and "Ask Me to Dance."

Eduardo Gory Guerrero Llanes (October 9, 1967 – November 13, 2005) was an American professional wrestler and a key member of the Guerrero wrestling family. Guerrero wrestled in Mexico and Japan for several major promotions. In the United States, he wrestled for Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment (WWF/WWE). Guerrero's character was "Latino Heat"; he was a crafty, resourceful wrestler who did anything to win. His catchphrase was "I Lie! I Cheat! I Steal!".

Rob Szatkowski (born December 18, 1970), known as Rob Van Dam (RVD), is an American professional wrestler and actor signed to Impact Wrestling. Van Dam worked for multiple groups, including Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment (WWF/E), and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). Van Dam won 21 championships. He is the only wrestler in history to hold the WWE Championship, the ECW World Heavyweight Championship, and the TNA World Heavyweight Championship.

Steve "Sting" Borden is an American actor. He appeared in "Walker, Texas Ranger," "Ready to Rumble," and "TNA Wrestling: Bound for Glory IV."

Stone Cold Steve Austin, born Steven James Anderson on December 18, 1964, is an iconic figure in professional wrestling. Austin started wrestling in Texas, adopting the alias "Stunning" Steve Austin while working in the United States Wrestling Association. In the early 90s, he moved to World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and won the WCW World Television Championship twice. Moving to the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in 1995 made him a global star. Austin's persona featured a beer-drinking, anti-establishment attitude.

Mary Louis Kanellis-Bennett (born February 25, 1982) is an American professional wrestler, manager, actress, model, and singer. She currently works for WWE under the ring name Maria Kanellis on the Raw brand, where she was a former WWE 24/7 Champion. She gained recognition through her work with WWE, a 2008 Playboy magazine photo spread, and 2010 appearances on the Celebrity Apprentice television series. Kanellis also worked for Ring of Honor (ROH) and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), where she was a former TNA Knockouts Champion. Kanellis' career started as a contestant on the

Christina Lee Hemme, born October 28, 1980, is an American professional wrestling valet, ring announcer, singer, and retired wrestler and model. She gained fame in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA, now Impact Wrestling) as a ring announcer and an original Knockout when the TNA Knockouts Division started in 2007. She also worked in WWE as a WWE Diva, winning the 2004 WWE Diva Search, which gave her $250,000 and a one-year contract.

Jesse Ventura, born James George Janos on July 15, 1951, is a man with many talents. He grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ventura served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. This military time shaped his later career in entertainment and politics, showing grit and determination. After leaving the navy, he began a successful professional wrestling career as Jesse "The Body" Ventura, captivating audiences with his charisma.

A straight-edge kid from Chicago climbed the ranks of a popular TV show, becoming a fan favorite. This isn't the story of CM Punk, but it is. CM Punk's WWE wrestling career had peaks and valleys. He stuck to his beliefs throughout. He remained straight-edge, avoiding alcohol and drugs. CM Punk always aimed to be the best. At times, he reached the top of the league. He carved his name into wrestling history.

Christopher Michael Benoit (May 21, 1967 – June 24, 2007) was a Canadian professional wrestler. Benoit worked for many promotions. These included the World Wrestling Federation/World Wrestling Entertainment (WWF/WWE), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW). Journalist Dave Meltzer called him "one of the top 10, maybe even the top 5, all-time greats." Benoit held 22 championships across WWF/WWE, WCW, NJPW, and ECW. He was a two-time world champion; he was a one-time WCW World Heavyweight champion.

Gail Kim, born February 20, 1977, is a retired Canadian-American professional wrestler now producing for Impact Wrestling. In Impact Wrestling, she holds the record as a seven-time Knockouts Champion. Kim also wrestled in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) twice, winning the WWE Women's Championship in her first match. Kim started her wrestling career on the Canadian-American independent circuit before joining WWE in 2002. She became the first WWE Diva to win a championship in her first match.

Bill Goldberg held the gold belt in both WCW and WWE. Professional wrestler Bill Goldberg stayed one of sports-entertainment's most popular figures. Goldberg was born December 27, 1966, in Tulsa, OK. His father, Jed, a Harvard-educated obstetrician and gynecologist, raised him in an observant Jewish home. His mother was Ethel, a classical violinist. Goldberg graduated Tulsa Edison High School in 1985. He became a top recruit for college football. Goldberg played defensive end at the University of Georgia. He earned All-Southeastern Conference honors.

Jenna Morasca, born February 15, 1981, is an American actress, former swimsuit model, and American reality TV contestant. She won the million-dollar grand prize of Survivor: The Amazon in 2003. Morasca worked for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling in 2009. In 2011, Morasca and her boyfriend, Ethan Zohn, a fellow Survivor winner, competed in the 19th season of The Amazing Race. Their team was eliminated in a double-elimination, finishing tenth for the season.

Mickie Laree James-Aldis, born August 31, 1979, is an American professional wrestler and country singer. WWE currently signs her to the SmackDown brand. James started her wrestling career in 1999 as a valet on the independent circuit, using the name Alexis Laree. She trained in several camps to improve her wrestling skills. James worked for NWA: Total Nonstop Action (NWA:TNA, later Total Nonstop Action Wrestling) in June 2002, gaining national attention. After a few shows, she joined the stable called The Gatherin.

Jeffrey Nero Hardy, born August 31, 1977, is an American professional wrestler, singer-songwriter, painter, and musician. WWE currently signs him to the SmackDown brand. A leg injury keeps Hardy inactive. Hardy is known for his multiple runs in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). He also worked for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), Ring of Honor (ROH), and several independent companies. Before becoming prominent in the WWE, Jeff and his brother Matt ran and performed for the Organization of Modern Extr.

Maryse Ouellet is an actress. She appeared in "Miz & Mrs.," and "The Marine 5: Battleground."

Brock Edward Lesnar, born July 12, 1977, is an American professional wrestler. Lesnar was a former mixed martial artist and professional football player. WWE currently signs Lesnar, who performs on the Raw brand. Lesnar played amateur wrestling at Bismarck State College and the University of Minnesota. Lesnar signed with WWE (then the World Wrestling Federation) in 2000. WWE assigned Lesnar to Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW). There, Lesnar won three Southern Tag Team Championships with Shelton Benjamin. Lesnar debuted on WWE's main roster in 2002. Lesnar won the WW

Richard Henry Blood Sr., Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, was an American retired professional wrestler. He worked for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). In JCP and WCW, he became a one-time NWA World Heavyweight Champion, a four-time United States Heavyweight Champion, a four-time World Television Champion, and a twelve-time World Tag Team Champion (eight times under WCW, one unofficial time).

André René Roussimoff, known as André the Giant, was a huge figure in professional wrestling. He was born May 19, 1946, in Grenoble, France. Acromegaly, a rare hormonal disorder, caused his huge size. Standing 7 feet 4 inches tall and weighing over 500 pounds, André was a giant among men. His charisma and talent made him a cultural icon, taking him beyond wrestling.

Curtis Michael Hennig, who worked as a professional wrestler, manager, and color commentator, wrestled under the name Curt Hennig for the AWA, the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (now Impact Wrestling). Hennig found his greatest success in the WWF as Mr. Perfect, a nickname he used in his second run with the company that became his official ring name. Hennig is the son of wrestler Larry "The Axe" Hennig and father to current WWE wrestler Curt.

Owen James Hart, a Canadian–American professional and amateur wrestler, worked for Stampede Wrestling, New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), and the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). Owen succeeded most in the WWF, wrestling as himself and as The Blue Blazer. He joined the Hart wrestling family. Owen was born in Calgary, Alberta, the youngest of 12 children of Stampede Wrestling promoters Stu and Helen Hart. Owen earned a one-time USWA Unifi.

Rena Marlette Lesnar, known as Sable, is an American model, actress, and retired professional wrestler. She worked for WWE starting in 1996. As Sable, she gained significant popularity. After feuding with Luna Vachon and Jacqueline, Sable became the second WWF Women's Champion after the title returned to the company. After turning heel and leaving, she sued the company for $110 million, claiming sexual harassment and unsafe working conditions. In 2003, she returned.

Mick Foley became known as the WWF wrestler Mankind. Foley found his wrestling passion as a college student. A hitchhiking trip to New York City led him to a match between Jimmy Snuka and Don Muraco. Foley decided then he would be a pro wrestler. Training with Dominic DeNucci, Foley appeared in the 1980s. He made his TV debut on the "WWF Challenge" on September 21, 1986. Foley became a popular figure. He had a tough feud with the Undertaker, leading to a memorable match.

Ashley Marie Massaro (May 26, 1979 – May 16, 2019) was an American professional wrestler, reality TV contestant, host, and model. She gained fame with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and on Survivor: China. Massaro entered WWE after winning the WWE Diva Search in 2005. She first appeared on the Raw brand. She had her first wrestling feud against Vince's Devils, a villainous female stable. She also teamed up with Trish Stratus to beat the group.

Andy Kaufman, born in 1949 in New York City, was an odd figure in entertainment. Kaufman used strange and unusual performances. He created a unique comedy space that broke normal rules. Early on, Kaufman showed interest in performance art. He staged home TV shows for friends and family, hinting at his later career in TV and film. Kaufman's fame grew fast as Latka Gravas on the TV show Taxi. His acting as the clumsy foreign mechanic won millions of fans over.

Terrence Funk (June 30, 1944 – August 23, 2023) was an American professional wrestler. Funk kept his career long—over 50 years—with several short retirements. He pioneered a hardcore wrestling style in his later career. Funk wrestled for many big promotions. These included All Japan Pro Wrestling, Extreme Championship Wrestling, the International Wrestling Association of Japan, Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling, the United States Wrestling Association, and World Championship.

John Charles Layfield, born November 29, 1966, uses the ring name John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL). He is an American businessman, retired professional wrestler, and television personality. The WWE currently signs Layfield part-time. Layfield appears as a financial commentator on Fox News Channel and Fox Business Network. Northeast Securities employs him as its Senior Vice President. Layfield gained fame in the WWE (then the World Wrestling Federation, WWF) during the Attitude Era as Bradshaw.

Mark William Calaway, The Undertaker, is a famous professional wrestler. His career covers more than thirty years. He achieved an impressive record with groundbreaking performances in the WWE. Calaway was born in Houston, Texas, on March 24, 1965. Early interest in basketball and football led Calaway to wrestling. Calaway started wrestling in 1984 with World Class Championship Wrestling.

Paul Donald Wight II, born February 8, 1972, is an American professional wrestler and actor signed to WWE. He performs on the SmackDown brand as Big Show. Wight started his career in World Championship Wrestling (WCW), where he used the ring name The Giant, first introduced as "The son of André the Giant". He is a seven-time world champion. He held the WCW World Heavyweight Championship twice, the WWF/WWE Championship twice, WWE's World Heavyweight Championship twice, and the ECW World Heavyweight Championship once. He is the only man to have held all those titles.

Chyna, Joan Marie Laurer, was an American professional wrestler, glamour model, pornographic film actress, and bodybuilder. Chyna gained fame in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in 1997. She was called the "Ninth Wonder of the World" (André the Giant was the eighth). Chyna joined the D-Generation X stable as the promotion's first female enforcer. She held the WWF Intercontinental Championship twice and the WWF Women's Championship once.

"Rowdy" Roddy Piper is arguably the greatest villain in professional wrestling history. His personality made him a legend in the sport and a popular star in films like "They Live" (1988). Born Roderick George Toombs in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada on April 17, 1954, Piper spent much of his teen years on the streets and in halfway houses after a falling out with his father, a Royal Canadian Mountie. Piper found an outlet in pugilistic sports, starting as a Golden Gloves-winning boxer, then moving to judo and wrestling. He made his professional wrestling debut at th

David Michael Bautista Jr. was born January 18, 1969, in Arlington, VA. After involvement with crime in his teens and early adulthood, Bautista found a new path in bodybuilding. This led him to a wrestling career at age 30. After training under wrestler and manager Arthur Anoaʻi Sr., Bautista signed with the World Wrestling Federation in 2000. He performed on television series like "WWE SmackDown" (UPN/The CW/MyNetworkTV/Syfy/USA/Fox 1999-). After more than ten years as a professional wrestler under names like Deacon and Leviathan,

Amy Christine Dumas (born April 14, 1975), ring name Lita, is an American professional wrestler, animal welfare activist, and singer. She wrestled with WWE from 2000 to 2006 and has done part-time appearances since. The WWE Hall of Fame inducted her in 2014. Dumas started wrestling in Mexico with Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) in 1998. She then worked briefly on the US independent circuit in early 1999, followed by six months in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW).

Óscar Gutiérrez (born December 11, 1974), ring name Rey Mysterio, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, performing on the Raw brand. Gutiérrez grew up in Chula Vista, California. He began his professional wrestling career at age 14 in 1989. He debuted for Mexican promotion Asistencia Asesoría y Administración (AAA) in 1992, training under his uncle, Rey Misterio Sr. He wrestled briefly in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) in 1995 before signing for World Championship Wrestling (WCW). In WCW, Mysterio helped po

Taryn Nicole Dryden (née Terrell; born December 28, 1985) is a ring announcer, referee, model, actress, stunt woman, and retired professional wrestler. She is known for her time with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) under her real name and her time in WWE as Tiffany. Dryden was a former TNA Knockouts Champion and held the record for the longest reign with the title at 279 days. During her WWE time, she trained at Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) and served as the final general manager of the now-