JTG

Professional wrestler, WWE tag team champion

JTG - Professional wrestler, WWE tag team champion
Born

December 10th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

Links & References

A professional wrestler, JTG competed in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), primarily as part of the tag team Cryme Tyme. In this role, he showcased a charismatic persona and participated in various high-profile matches. JTG's in-ring career featured an entertaining style that engaged audiences. The tag team won the WWE World Tag Team Championship, making a significant mark in the tag team division. Beyond the ring, JTG also ventured into a solo career and showcased talents in various entertainment avenues.

Won WWE World Tag Team Championship with Shad Gaspar

Formed the tag team Cryme Tyme

Appeared in WWE programming from 2006 to 2014

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