Mickie James

Professional wrestler and singer-songwriter

Mickie James - Professional wrestler and singer-songwriter
Born

August 31st, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent professional wrestler, contributed significantly to women's wrestling. Competed in WWE and TNA, winning titles in both promotions. Pursued a career in music alongside wrestling, releasing a country album. Also became a key figure in the women's evolution in wrestling, advocating for greater recognition of female athletes.

Won the WWE Women's Championship five times

Won the TNA Knockouts Championship three times

Released the album 'Somebody's Gonna Love You'

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