Finn Bálor, born Fergal Devitt, is one of WWE’s most tenured current stars on the main roster, known for his athletic quality, enigmatic persona, and striking body art. Whether he’s competing as his regular self or he’s ‘transforming’ into the fearsome Demon for a PLE show, Bálor consistently delivers.
Field
Details
Full Name
Fergal Devitt
Ring Name
Finn Bálor
Nicknames
The Demon King, The Prince, The Real Rock ‘n’ Rolla
Date of Birth
July 25, 1981
Hometown
Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
Height
5’11” (180 cm)
Weight
190 lbs (86 kg)
Nationality
Irish
Billed From
Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland
Trainer(s)
Andre Baker, Johnny Moss, New Japan Dojo
Debut
November 23, 2001
Finn Balor Demon
The Demon is Bálor’s dark alter ego, characterised by elaborate body paint and a more aggressive in-ring style. This persona debuted in WWE NXT and quickly became a fan favourite, often reserved for high-stakes matches.
However, Bálor has used the Demon persona sparingly in recent years. He explained that it became a “crutch” and felt he was trying to please too many people rather than himself.
Finn Balor Height
WWE officially lists Finn Bálor’s height as 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm). However, various sources suggest his actual height is closer to 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm). This slight discrepancy is common in professional wrestling, where billed heights often differ from real measurements.
What Tattoos does Finn Balor have?
In recent years, Bálor has expanded his collection of tattoos, each carrying personal significance. Notable designs include:
A rising sun on his left triceps.
A symbolic arm sleeve extending from his wrist to elbow.
An astronaut on his left hand.
Cartoon-style images of a T-Rex, cactus, and dove.
Wedding coordinates on the back of his arm.
Early Life & Background
Fergal Devitt, known globally as Finn Bálor, began his wrestling journey in Ireland before honing his craft in the UK and Japan. In New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), he gained prominence as Prince Devitt, capturing the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship three times and founding the Bullet Club faction.
Wrestling Career
Debut Information
Type
Date
Pro Wrestling Debut
November 23, 2001
WWE NXT Debut
September 25, 2014
WWE Main Roster Debut
July 25, 2016
Championships & Achievements
Championship/Title
Number of Reigns
WWE Universal Championship
1 (Inaugural Champion)
WWE Intercontinental Championship
2
WWE United States Championship
1
NXT Championship
2
WWE Raw Tag Team Championship
2 (with Damian Priest)
WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship
2 (with Damian Priest)
IWGP Junior Heavyweight Championship
3
IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship
6 (with Ryusuke Taguchi)
NWA World Historic Middleweight Championship
1
Best of the Super Juniors
2 (2010, 2013)
Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic
2015 (with Samoa Joe)
Promotions Worked With
Promotion
Years Active
WWE
2014–present
New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW)
2006–2014
Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)
2010–2013
NWA UK Hammerlock
2002–2006
Various Independent Promotions
2001–2006
Wrestling Style & Moves
Category
Moves
Wrestling Style
High-flying, technical, and striking-based with a blend of Japanese strong style and European technical wrestling
Former allies in The Judgment Day turned rivals, leading to intense confrontations
Edge
Feuded over leadership of The Judgment Day, including a Hell in a Cell match at WrestleMania 39
Finn Bálor: Stats at a Glance
Attribute
Data
Ring Name
Finn Bálor
Nicknames
The Demon King, The Prince, The Real Rock ‘n’ Rolla
Height
5’11” (180 cm)
Weight
190 lbs (86 kg)
Finishing Moves
Coup de Grâce, 1916
Signature Moves
Shotgun Dropkick, Sling Blade, Pele Kick
Theme Music
“Catch Your Breath” by CFO$
Championships
1× Universal Champion, 2× Intercontinental Champion, 1× United States Champion, 2× NXT Champion, 2× Raw Tag Team Champion, 2× SmackDown Tag Team Champion
WWE Debut
September 25, 2014 (NXT)
Promotions Worked
WWE, NJPW, CMLL, NWA UK Hammerlock, Various Independent Promotions
