Bianca Belair is a professional wrestler. From an early age, she was a talented athlete who went from a successful career in CrossFit to becoming a WWE superstar.
Her rise to fame in WWE came after joining the NXT brand in 2016, and she quickly received attention for her athleticism and influential presence in the ring.
Belair’s defining moment came in 2021 when she became the second African American to win the women’s Royal Rumble, following in the footsteps of The Rock.
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- Full name: Bianca Nicole Blair Crawford
- Date of birth: April 9, 1989
- Age: 35 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Professional wrestler
- Height: 5 feet 7 inches
- Parents: Leonard Blair (father), Travonda Blair (mother)
- Siblings: Jeffery Phillips, Leonard Jr., Jermaine, Just
- Spouse: Kenneth Crawford (Montez Ford)
- Child: Stepmother of Montez Ford’s two children
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: African American
- Net worth: 5 million USD
Early life and education
Bianca Belair, now 35 years old, was born on April 9, 1989 in Knoxville, Tennessee. She grew up in a family with a strong sporting tradition and many sporting activities marked her early years.
Bianca participated in athletics during her school years, eventually winning a scholarship to the University of Tennessee, where she excelled in sports.
However, her athletics career was cut short due to injuries and health problems. Despite this, her competitive spirit remained intact, leading her to pursue CrossFit, where she gained significant attention for her performances.
A chance introduction from WWE veteran Mark Henry landed her an audition for WWE, setting her on a new path as a professional wrestler.
Personal life
Bianca Belair married WWE superstar Montez Ford, real name Kenneth Crawford, on June 23, 2018.
The two met while training at the WWE Performance Center and have been inseparable ever since. Although the couple has no children together, Bianca is stepmother to Montez Ford’s two children from a previous relationship.
Bianca and Montez often share glimpses of their relationship on social media, and their dynamic both in and out of the ring has made them one of WWE’s most beloved couples.
They reside in Orlando, Florida, where they continue to train and perform as part of WWE’s active roster.
Career
Bianca Belair’s journey to becoming a WWE superstar began in 2016 when she signed with WWE and debuted on the NXT brand.
Her exceptional athletic ability quickly made her stand out and she became known for her strength, agility, and ability to dominate in the ring.
She is famous as the “EST of WWE,” symbolizing that she is the fastest, most important and most challenging in the business.
In 2020, Belair made her main roster debut at WrestleMania 36 and was quickly drafted to SmackDown, where she made history by winning the 2021 women’s Royal Rumble.
She entered the match in third place and lasted over 56 minutes, eliminating multiple opponents to secure her spot at WrestleMania.
At WrestleMania 37, Bianca defeated Sasha Banks in a groundbreaking match, becoming the SmackDown Women’s Champion and making history as the first black woman to headline and win the title. main event of WrestleMania.
Prize
- WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion (2 times)
- WWE Raw Women’s Champion (1 time)
- 2021 Women’s Royal Rumble Winners
- ESPY Awards Best WWE Moments of 2021 (with Sasha Banks)
- Rated #1 in PWI Women’s 150 (2021)
Net worth
Bianca Belair’s estimated net worth is $5 million. Her income mainly comes from her WWE contract, merchandise sales, and appearances at major WWE events such as WrestleMania and pay-per-view matches.
Bianca’s success in WWE, along with her popularity with fans, has made her one of the highest paid female wrestlers in the company.
Social Media
- Instagram: @biancabelairwwe
- Twitter: @BiancaBelairWWE
