Brock Lesnar

Brock Lesnar is the former Mixed Martial Artist who has earned popularity all over the world. Similarly, he has been the world champion in WWE eight times and the WWE Heavyweight champion two times.

Likewise, Brock is the single person in history who has won both WWE Championship and UFC Championship. However, he also has a career as a National Football League (NFL) player in his earlier days.

Early Life, Family & Education

Brock Lesnar opened his eyes on July 12, 1977. Likewise, he took birth in Webster, South Dakota. Similarly, he has taken birth to Stephaine and Richard Lesnar who were dairy farmers in Webster.

Furthermore, Lesnar has three siblings, brothers Troy and Chad, and a younger sister Brandi.

Moreover, Brock Lesnar went to Webster High School and completed his high school. Similarly, he joined Bismarck State College later. After receiving a scholarship, Brock shifted to the University of Minnesota for his junior and senior college levels.

In addition, he joined the Army National Guard at the early age of 17. Likewise, Lesnar had to work for a construction company after the military force discharged him for failing a computer typing test.

Professional Life| Career

Amateur Wrestling

Brock participated in amateur wrestling during his high school days. Likewise, at Bismarck State College, he won the National Junior College Athletic Association’s heavyweight wrestling championship.

Furthermore, Lesnar received a wrestling scholarship at the University of Minnesota. Similarly, he won all the major amateur heavyweight wrestling titles.

WWE Career

Ohio Valley Wrestling

MMA fighter was signed by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and sent to OVW for development in the year 2002.

Similarly, with Shelton Benjamin, Brock formed a tag team, “The Minnesota Stretching Crew.”. Moreover, it won three OVW Southern Tag Team Championships.

WWE Championships

In March 2002, Brock was drafted to the Raw brand. Likewise, Lesnar had a feud with The Hardy Boyz: Matt and Jeff. Though, Brock defeated both of them by knockouts.

Moreover, he joined the SmackDown brand in July 2002. In addition, in August, Lesnar became the youngest WWE Champion at age 25 by defeating The Rock at SummerSlam.

Similarly, he won the Championship at WrestleMania XIX, defeating Kurt Angle. Likewise, in September 2003, Brock conquered his third WWE Championship, defeating Angle in an Iron Man Match at SmackDown.

WWE departure

Similarly, Lesnar was involved in feuds with Goldberg and Hardcore Holly. However, to begin a career in the NFL, he left WWE following the fan-interrupted match with Goldberg.

Likewise, for three years, he pursued his career in New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Moreover, Brock won the IWGP Heavyweight Championship in his debut match. In addition, after the game, Lesnar left wrestling for the NFL.

Return to WWE

In April 2012, he returned to continue his WWE career. Likewise, he had several fights with Triple H, injuring him in many of them.

Similarly, Lesnar earned the name “The Streak Breaker” as he ended the Undertaker’s 21 matches unbeaten streak.

WWE Heavyweight Championships

Furthermore, he won the match against John Cena to become WWE World Heavyweight Champion at SummerSlam. Moreover, he came up with his signature catchphrase, “Suplex City,” during his match against Roman Reigns.

Likewise, he defended the title against Sama Joe, in a fatal four-way match at SummerSlam. In the year 2018 of November, Brock Lesnar became the first-ever two-time Universal Champion defeating Strowman.

Moreover, returning to Raw in 2020, Lesnar tied the record for most eliminations in a Royal Rumble match.

NFL Career

As he was always interested in NFL, he left WWE for the NFL after March 2004.

Similarly, Lesnar signed for the Vikings in July 2004, where he played multiple preseason games after recovering from several injuries.

Mixed Martial Arts Career

Likewise, Brock became successful in winning his first official MMA match against Min-Soo Kim. Similarly, this match was held at the Dynamite in the K-1 MMA league, Hero’s.

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Brock Lesnar| Championships and Awards

Brock was two times NCAA Division I and NJCAA Heavyweight Champion at the college level.

Similarly, in his MMA career, Lesnar was a one-time UFC Heavyweight Champion. Likewise, he received awards like the World MMA Awards’ Breakthrough Fighter of the Year in 2009 and many more.

Moreover, he also won WWE Championship five times, the WWE Universal Championship three times, IWGP Heavyweight Championship two times.

Furthermore, Brock achieved the Most Improved Wrestler, the Wrestler of the Year, and No. 1 rank in PWI 500 in 2003.

Brock Lesnar| Wife & Children

On May 6, 2006, Lesnar tied a knot with Rena Greek ‘Sable’. Furthermore, they have two kids together, sons Turk and Duke. Similarly, this duo is living happily on a farm in Maryfield, Saskatchewan.

“I just don’t put myself out there to the fans and prostitute my private life to everybody“, said Brock Lesnar

Talking about his previous relationship, Brock was with Nicole McClain. Similarly, with Nicole, he had twin sons and daughters, Luke and Mya Lynn.

Brock Lesnar| Net Worth & Salary

Lesnar’s net worth is approximately $22 million as of now. Similarly, according to sources, he earns a total of $500,000 for a single WWE prominent event appearance with a total salary of $12 million.

Likewise, during his MMA times in 2011, Brock was the highest-paid fighter with a salary of $5.3 million.

Moreover, the WWE champion owns many luxury cars, such as Range Rover. Mercedes Benz, Jaguar. In addition, he currently lives at Maryfield which is worth $2.1 million.

Brock Lesnar| Social Media Profile

Brock Lesnar is quite active on social media platforms and has earned many fan followings.

Twitter: 1.4 million followers

Facebook: 12M followers

Some FAQs

Which American political party does Brock Lesnar support?

Similarly, Brock Lesnar supports the Republican Party.

Who is Lesnar’s agent? What is Brock’s MMA record?

Paul Heyman is known as Lesnar’s agent. Likewise, for his MMA record, he features five wins, three losses, and a single contest.

Was the WWE champion a drug addict?

During his early career in WWE, the champion was addicted to alcohol and painkillers.

What are Brock’s finishing moves?

Brock’s finishing moves are F-5 and Kimura Lock.

What is his theme song?

His WWE theme song is Next Big Thing.

Quick Facts

Full Name	Brock Edward Lesnar
Birth Date	July 12, 1977
Birth Place	Webster, South Dakota, US
Nickname	The Conqueror, The Beast Incarnate, The Anomaly
Religion	Christianity
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	White
Education	University of MinnesotaWebster High School
Zodiac	Cancer
Father’s Name	Richard Lesnar
Mother’s Name	Stephanie Lesnar
Siblings	Three ( Two brothers and a sister)
Age
Height	6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
Weight	130 kg (286 lbs.)
Favorite Food	Steak
Build	Athletic
Eye color	Blue
Hair Color	Blonde
Profession	Professional Wrestler, Mixed Martial Artist
Active years	2000-present
Marital Status	Married
Wife/ Spouse’s Name	Nicole McClain (Former Fiancée)Rena Greek (m. 2016)
Children	Two
Net Worth	$28 million
Salary	$12 million
Social Media	Facebook, Twitter
Merch	Toys, Shirt, Wrestling Cards
Last Update	May 2022