Maven

Professional wrestler and Tough Enough champion

Maven - Professional wrestler and Tough Enough champion
Born

November 26th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

Links & References

Became a prominent figure in professional wrestling, rising to fame through participation in the reality competition series 'Tough Enough'. Achieved success in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), capturing the WWE Tag Team Championship. Competed against notable wrestlers and took part in significant wrestling events and storylines throughout career, showcasing in-ring skills and charisma.

Won WWE Tough Enough competition

Captured WWE Tag Team Championship

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