Date of Birth: January 14, 1986
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Biography
Matt Riddle, born Matthew Fredrick Riddle, is an American professional wrestler and former mixed martial artist. Born on January 14, 1986, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Riddle initially gained prominence in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) before transitioning to professional wrestling. Riddle attended Saratoga Springs High School in New York, where he was a state wrestling champion. He went on to wrestle at East Stroudsburg University, where he became a national qualifier. His MMA career began in earnest when he joined The Ultimate Fighter, a reality television series produced by the UFC, where he gained attention for his athletic skills and charismatic personality. Riddle competed in the UFC from 2008 to 2013, amassing a 7-3 record. Despite his success, he was released from the UFC following multiple positive tests for marijuana. This led to his transition to professional wrestling, where he quickly made a name for himself on the independent circuit. In 2018, Riddle signed with WWE and joined their NXT brand, where he became a fan favorite and won the NXT Tag Team Championship. Known for his laid-back, “bro” persona and his barefoot fighting style, Riddle moved to WWE’s main roster in 2020 and continued to entertain audiences with his unique character and in-ring prowess.
5 Interesting Facts about Matt Riddle
1. Matt Riddle was a state wrestling champion in high school.
2. He has a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
3. Riddle was released from the UFC following multiple positive tests for marijuana.
4. He is known for wrestling barefoot, a rarity in professional wrestling.
5. Riddle won the NXT Tag Team Championship with Pete Dunne, forming the team known as the “BroserWeights.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt Riddle
1. “Bro, I’m just here to have a good time and put on a show.”
2. “I don’t need shoes to kick butt.”
3. “Every setback is a setup for a comeback, bro.”
4. “Life’s too short to take everything so seriously, just enjoy the ride.”
5. “I’ve fought in the octagon, and now I battle in the ring; it’s all about the fight, bro.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth Matt Riddle has achieved is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Matt Riddle is married to Lisa Rennie, and together they have three children: twin daughters and a son.
Relevant Links
1. [Matt Riddle’s WWE Profile](https://www.wwe.com/superstars/matt-riddle
2. [Matt Riddle’s UFC Profile](https://www.ufc.com/athlete/matt-riddle
3. [Matt Riddle on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/riddlebro/
4. [Matt Riddle on Twitter](https://twitter.com/SuperKingofBros
