Becky Lynch, born Rebecca Quin, is one of WWE’s most iconic superstars. Known for her fiery persona and trailblazing career, Lynch has captivated audiences worldwide. This profile goes into her age, recent return to wrestling, ventures into movies and television, her real name and more.
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Details
Full Name
Rebecca Quin
Ring Name
Becky Lynch
Nicknames
The Man, Big Time Becks, The Irish Lass Kicker
Date of Birth
January 30, 1987
Hometown
Limerick, Ireland
Height
5’6″ (168 cm)
Weight
135 lbs (61 kg)
Nationality
Irish (naturalized U.S. citizen in 2024)
Languages
English, Irish
Family
Married to WWE Superstar Seth Rollins; one daughter born in December 2020
Becky Lynch Age
Born on 30 January 1987 in Limerick, Ireland, Becky Lynch is currently 38 years old. She began her wrestling journey at the age of 15, training under Fergal Devitt (known in WWE as Finn Bálor) and Paul Tracey. Her early start laid the foundation for a remarkable career in professional wrestling.
Becky Lynch Return
After nearly a year away from the ring, Becky Lynch made a major return at WrestleMania 41. She stepped in as Lyra Valkyria’s surprise tag team partner, replacing Bayley, and together they won the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. Lynch would then turn heel the next night on Valkyria.
Becky Lynch Movies and TV Shows
Beyond wrestling, Lynch has expanded her repertoire into film and television. She appeared in “The Marine 6: Close Quarters” (2018) alongside The Miz and Shawn Michaels. Additionally, Lynch lent her voice to the animated film “Rumble” (2021). Her television credits include guest appearances on shows like “Young Rock” and “Billions.”
Becky Lynch Real Name
Becky Lynch’s real name is Rebecca Quin. Before adopting her ring name, she performed under the moniker Rebecca Knox during her early wrestling career in Europe.
Early Life and Background
Born in Limerick and raised in Dublin, Rebecca Quin began wrestling training in 2002 under Fergal Devitt (Finn Bálor) and Paul Tracey. She debuted as “Rebecca Knox” and wrestled internationally, including in Canada and Japan. A head injury in 2006 led to a hiatus, but she returned in 2012 and signed with WWE in 2013, debuting in NXT as Becky Lynch.
Wrestling Career
Debut Information
Type
Date
Pro Wrestling Debut
November 11, 2002
WWE/NXT Debut
June 26, 2014 (NXT)
WWE Main Roster
July 13, 2015 (Raw)
Championships & Achievements
Championship/Title
Number of Reigns
WWE Raw Women’s Championship
2
WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship
5
NXT Women’s Championship
1
WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship
2 (with Lita and Lyra Valkyria)
Women’s World Championship
1
Women’s Royal Rumble Winner
2019
Sixth Women’s Triple Crown Champion
—
Sixth Women’s Grand Slam Champion
—
Promotions Worked With
Promotion
Years Active
WWE
2013–present
NXT
2013–2015
Shimmer Women Athletes
2005–2006
Elite Canadian Championship Wrestling
2005–2006
Queens of Chaos
2005–2006
Various European and North American indies
2002–2006
Wrestling Style & Moves
Category
Moves
Wrestling Style
Technical, high-energy striker with submission expertise
Signature Moves
Missile Dropkick, European Uppercut, Running Bulldog, Clothesline
Finishers
Dis-arm-her (Fujiwara Armbar), Manhandle Slam (Pumphandle Side Slam)
Entrance Theme
Theme Name
Artist
“Celtic Invasion”
CFO$
Notable Rivalries
Opponent
Rivalry Highlights
Charlotte Flair
Long-standing feud; multiple title exchanges; co-main event at WrestleMania 35
Ronda Rousey
WrestleMania 35 triple-threat match; Lynch pinned Rousey to win both titles
Asuka
Series of matches over Raw Women’s Championship; notable match at Royal Rumble 2020
Bianca Belair
Feuded over Raw Women’s Championship; Lynch lost title at WrestleMania 38
Trish Stratus
Feud in 2023; culminated in a steel cage match at Payback
Personal Life & Fun Facts
Detail
Info
Spouse
Seth Rollins (Colby Lopez)
Children
One daughter, born December 2020
Citizenship
Naturalized U.S. citizen as of March 2024
Education
Studied acting at Dublin Institute of Technology
Other Pursuits
Appeared in TV shows and commercials; published author