Name:
Samoa Joe
Ring Name:
Samoa Joe
Birthdate:
March 17, 1979
Place of Birth:
Orange County, California, USA
Height:
6 feet 2 inches (188 cm)
Weight:
Approximately 280 pounds (127 kg)
Wrestling Debut:
Samoa Joe made his professional wrestling debut in 1999, wrestling for promotions on the West Coast of the United States.
Wrestling Promotions:
- Ring of Honor (ROH)
- Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA, now known as Impact Wrestling)
- WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment)
- NXT (WWE developmental brand)
- All Elite Wrestling (AEW)
Wrestling Achievements:
- TNA World Heavyweight Champion (1 time)
- TNA X Division Champion (5 times)
- ROH World Championship (1 time)
- NXT Champion (1 time)
- WWE United States Champion (1 time)
Signature Moves:
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- Coquina Clutch (Rear naked choke)
- Muscle Buster (Sitout powerbomb)
- Samoan Drop
- Enzuigiri
- Island Driver (Death Valley driver)
Wrestling Style:
Samoa Joe is known for his hard-hitting, brawling style. He’s a powerhouse with a background in martial arts, which he incorporates into his wrestling. Joe is also skilled in submissions and strikes.
Notable Feuds:
- AJ Styles (TNA)
- Kurt Angle (TNA)
- CM Punk (ROH)
- Finn Bálor (NXT)
- Kevin Owens (WWE)
Memorable Moments:
- Samoa Joe’s debut in WWE’s NXT brand, where he confronted Finn Bálor, was a major moment that showcased his arrival in a major wrestling promotion.
- His feud with AJ Styles in TNA produced many classic matches and is fondly remembered by fans.
- Joe’s victory over Shinsuke Nakamura to become NXT Champion was a standout moment in his WWE career.
Legacy and Impact:
Samoa Joe is regarded as one of the toughest and most respected wrestlers in the industry. He is known for his incredible promo skills, intensity in the ring, and longevity in the business. Joe’s journey from the independent circuit to becoming a mainstay in major promotions has inspired many aspiring wrestlers.
Personal Life:
Outside of wrestling, Samoa Joe is known for his interest in video games and has occasionally appeared on gaming-related shows and events. He has been private about his personal life, but he is known to be a family man.
Fun Facts:
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- Samoa Joe has a unique look with a Samoan tattoo on his chest and a shaved head.
- He is an accomplished commentator and served as a color commentator for WWE Raw during a period in his career.
- Joe has a deep love for pro wrestling and often cites legends like Bruiser Brody and William Regal as his inspirations.
Social Media Presence:
Samoa Joe is active on social media. You can find him on Twitter: @SamoaJoe
Net Worth in 2023:
Samoa Joe’s net worth in 2023 is estimated to be in the range of $4 million to $6 million, considering his successful wrestling career and various roles in the industry.
