Keith Lee

Professional wrestler and champion

Keith Lee - Professional wrestler and champion
Born

November 8th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Professional wrestling career began in 2005, with stints in various independent promotions. Gained prominence in WWE, where held the NXT Championship and NXT North American Championship simultaneously. Competed in major events, including WrestleMania and the Royal Rumble. Known for a powerful in-ring style and unique agility for a competitor of his size, which garnered a large fan following.

Held NXT Championship and NXT North American Championship simultaneously

Competed in WWE events such as WrestleMania

Participated in the 2021 Royal Rumble

Achieved success in various independent wrestling promotions

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