T. J. Perkins

Professional wrestler and WWE star

T. J. Perkins - Professional wrestler and WWE star
Born

September 3rd, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1984, a Filipino-American professional wrestler gained prominence in various wrestling promotions. Competed in promotions such as TNA, where held the X Division Championship multiple times. Achieved significant recognition for winning the inaugural WWE Cruiserweight Classic in 2016. Sought to elevate the visibility of cruiserweight wrestlers and was known for an athletic wrestling style.

Won the inaugural WWE Cruiserweight Classic

Held the TNA X Division Championship

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