Natalya

Canadian professional wrestler and champion

Natalya - Canadian professional wrestler and champion
Born

May 27th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

Links & References

A professional wrestler participated in numerous promotions, including WWE. Competing under the ring name Natalya, achieved success in the women's division. Captured the Divas Championship and the SmackDown Women's Championship, contributing to the evolution of women's wrestling in the industry. Additionally, served as a trainer and mentor, helping to develop the next generation of female wrestlers.

Captured the Divas Championship in WWE

Won the SmackDown Women's Championship

Competed in multiple WrestleMania events

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