Bianca Belair

Professional wrestler and WWE Champion

Bianca Belair - Professional wrestler and WWE Champion
Born

April 9th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1989, a wrestler rose to prominence in WWE, showcasing remarkable athleticism and charisma. Achieved significant recognition in the women's division, winning the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship and the WWE Raw Women's Championship. Competed in high-profile events, including WrestleMania, delivering standout performances that garnered attention within the wrestling community.

Won the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship

Won the WWE Raw Women's Championship

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