Date of Birth: October 28, 1973
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Montel Vontavious Porter, better known by his ring name MVP, is an American professional wrestler and former football player. Born Alvin Antonio Burke Jr., MVP gained fame in the wrestling world for his time in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he became a two-time United States Champion and a one-time WWE Tag Team Champion. Before entering the world of professional wrestling, MVP had a troubled youth and spent time in juvenile detention and prison. However, he turned his life around and trained to become a wrestler, making his debut in 2002. His charismatic personality and athletic prowess quickly earned him a reputation, and he joined WWE in 2006. After leaving WWE in 2010, MVP wrestled for various promotions worldwide, including New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) and Impact Wrestling. In 2020, he returned to WWE, where he has continued to perform and take on a managerial role.
5 Interesting Facts about Montel Vontavious Porter
1. MVP’s entrance to WWE was marked by a unique character presentation, often referring to himself as the highest-paid athlete in SmackDown history.
2. He holds the record for the longest reign as WWE United States Champion in a single reign, holding the title for 343 days.
3. Before becoming a professional wrestler, MVP played semi-professional football.
4. MVP has a distinctive look, often wrestling in a bodysuit due to a rare skin condition called vitiligo.
5. He is an advocate for prison reform and frequently speaks about his transformation from a troubled youth to a successful professional wrestler.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Montel Vontavious Porter
1. “I’m living proof that you can turn your life around.”
2. “I don’t care what anyone says; the MVP brand is about excellence.”
3. “Wrestling is my therapy, my passion, and my life.”
4. “Everyone makes mistakes, but it’s how you recover that defines you.”
5. “I’ve been to the bottom, and now I’m on top. That’s the journey of MVP.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
MVP’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
MVP has one son, whom he often mentions as a significant inspiration and motivation in his life.
Relevant Links
1. [MVP’s WWE Profile](https://www.wwe.com/superstars/mvp
2. [MVP’s IMDb Page](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2772718/
3. [MVP on Twitter](https://twitter.com/The305MVP
5. [MVP’s Record in Professional Wrestling](https://www.cagematch.net/?id=2&nr=1033
