Mick Foley

Date of Birth: June 7, 1965

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Michael Francis Foley, better known as Mick Foley, is an American actor, author, and retired professional wrestler. He was born on June 7, 1965, in Bloomington, Indiana, USA. Foley is best known for his time with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he performed under various personas, including Cactus Jack, Mankind, and Dude Love. His wrestling career is marked by his hardcore wrestling style and his willingness to take extreme risks in the ring. Foley began his wrestling career in the mid-1980s, working for various independent promotions before making a name for himself in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and later Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW). He joined WWE (then WWF) in 1996, where he became a three-time WWE Champion and an eight-time WWE Tag Team Champion. Foley’s feud with The Undertaker, particularly their Hell in a Cell match at King of the Ring 1998, is still regarded as one of the most brutal and memorable matches in wrestling history. Beyond wrestling, Foley has enjoyed success as a multi-time New York Times bestselling author. His books include memoirs, novels, and children’s stories. He has also appeared in various television shows and movies, leveraging his larger-than-life personality and storytelling ability. Foley is known for his charitable work and advocacy for various causes, including literacy and autism awareness.

5 Interesting Facts about Mick Foley

1. Foley’s Hell in a Cell match against The Undertaker in 1998 is considered one of the most brutal matches in WWE history.

2. He is a four-time world champion, having won the WWE Championship three times and the TNA World Heavyweight Championship once.

3. Foley has written multiple bestselling books, including “Have a Nice Day: A Tale of Blood and Sweatsocks,” which reached No. 1 on the New York Times Best Seller list.

4. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013.

5. Foley is an advocate for various charitable causes, including RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) and literacy programs.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mick Foley

1. “If God built me a ladder to heaven, I would climb it and elbow drop the world.”

2. “The road to hell is paved with good intentions, but it’s also paved with a lot of bad ones.”

3. “To be a good professional wrestler, you need to have a good relationship with pain.”

4. “I’m a firm believer in the philosophy of a ruling class, especially since I rule.”

5. “There’s no substitute for hard work and determination.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Mick Foley’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $18 million.

Children

Mick Foley has four children with his wife Colette Christie: Dewey Francis Foley, Noelle Margaret Foley, Michael Francis “Mickey” Foley Jr., and Hughie Francis Foley.