Roman Reigns: Early Life, WWE Career, Moves, Entrance Theme and more

Roman Reigns Profile
  • Full Name: Leati Joseph “Joe” Anoaʻi
  • Ring Name: Roman Reigns
  • Nicknames: The Tribal Chief, The Head of the Table, The Big Dog
  • Date of Birth: May 25, 1985
  • Hometown: Pensacola, Florida, USA
  • Height: 6’3″ (191 cm)
  • Weight: 265 lbs (120 kg)
  • Nationality: American
  • Ethnicity: Samoan-Italian
  • Family: Son of WWE Hall of Famer Sika Anoaʻi; cousin to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Rikishi, and The Usos.

Early Life & Background

Roman Reigns hails from the esteemed Anoaʻi wrestling dynasty. Before stepping into the squared circle, he showcased his athletic prowess as a defensive tackle for Georgia Tech. Post-college, he had brief stints with the Minnesota Vikings and Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL, and later with the CFL’s Edmonton Eskimos. In 2010, he transitioned to professional wrestling, signing with WWE and debuting in their developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW), under the ring name Leakee.

Wrestling Career

Debut

  • Professional Debut: August 19, 2010 (FCW)
  • Main Roster Debut: November 18, 2012, at Survivor Series as part of The Shield

Championships & Accomplishments

  • WWE Universal Champion: 2 times (Longest reign: 1,316 days)
  • WWE Champion: 4 times
  • WWE Intercontinental Champion: 1 time
  • WWE United States Champion: 1 time
  • WWE Tag Team Champion: 1 time (with Seth Rollins)
  • 2015 Royal Rumble Winner
  • 2014 Superstar of the Year (Slammy Award)
  • Headlined 10 WrestleManias, surpassing Hulk Hogan’s record

Wrestling Promotions

  • WWE: 2010–present
  • FCW/NXT: 2010–2012
  • Note: Roman Reigns has been exclusively associated with WWE throughout his wrestling career.

Wrestling Style & Signature Moves

Wrestling Style

Roman Reigns employs a powerhouse style, blending strength, agility, and strategic in-ring psychology. His persona as “The Tribal Chief” emphasizes dominance and leadership within the WWE narrative.

Signature Moves

  • Superman Punch: A leaping punch delivered with theatrical flair.
  • Drive-By Kick: A running front dropkick to an opponent draped on the ropes.
  • Sit-Out Powerbomb: A high-impact powerbomb variation.

Finishing Moves

  • Spear: A high-velocity tackle that has secured numerous victories.
  • Guillotine Choke: A submission hold introduced during his “Tribal Chief” era.

Entrance Theme

  • Current Theme: “Head of the Table”
  • Previous Themes: “The Truth Reigns,” “Special Op” (with The Shield)

Notable Rivalries

  • Brock Lesnar: A storied rivalry culminating in multiple WrestleMania main events.
  • John Cena: Clashed in high-profile matches symbolizing a generational shift.
  • Seth Rollins: Former Shield ally turned adversary in a deeply personal feud.
  • Jey Uso: Family tensions led to a compelling storyline about loyalty and leadership.
  • Cody Rhodes: Faced off in a dramatic WrestleMania 40 main event.

Career Highlights

  • The Shield Era: Debuted alongside Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose, dominating the tag team scene.
  • Solo Success: Captured multiple world titles, establishing himself as a top singles competitor.
  • “Tribal Chief” Persona: Reinvented his character, leading to a historic Universal Championship reign.
  • WrestleMania Main Events: Headlined a record-breaking 10 WrestleManias.

Personal Life & Fun Facts

  • Family: Married to Galina Becker since 2014; the couple has five children, including two sets of twins.
  • Health: Publicly battled leukemia twice, with the disease currently in remission.
  • Acting: Appeared in films like “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw.”
  • Diet & Fitness: Follows a strict diet and training regimen to maintain peak physical condition.

Roman Reigns Stats at a Glance

  • Full Name: Leati Joseph Anoaʻi
  • Ring Name: Roman Reigns
  • Nicknames: The Tribal Chief, The Head of the Table, The Big Dog
  • Height: 6’3″ (191 cm)
  • Weight: 265 lbs (120 kg)
  • Hometown: Pensacola, Florida
  • Date of Birth: May 25, 1985
  • Debut: August 19, 2010
  • Wrestling Style: Powerhouse
  • Signature Moves: Superman Punch, Drive-By Kick, Sit-Out Powerbomb
  • Finishing Moves: Spear, Guillotine Choke
  • Entrance Theme: “Head of the Table”
  • Notable Rivalries: Brock Lesnar, John Cena, Seth Rollins, Jey Uso, Cody Rhodes
  • Championships: 4× WWE Champion, 2× Universal Champion, Intercontinental Champion, United States Champion, Tag Team Champion
  • Promotions: WWE
  • Career Highlights: Member of The Shield, 2015 Royal Rumble Winner, Headlined 10 WrestleManias
  • Personal Background: Member of the Anoaʻi family; married with five children; leukemia survivor
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