Introduction
Demi Bennett is an Australian professional wrestler born on 11th October 1996. She has signed with WWE since July 2017, & there she performs under the ring name Rhea Ripley.
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Quick Facts
| Real Name | Demi Bennett. |
| Nick Name | Rhea Ripley. |
| Birthplace | Adelaide, South Australia. |
| Age | 27 years old |
| Date of Birth | 1th October 1996. |
| Height | 5 Feet 7 Inches / 170 Cm. |
| Weight | 62 Kgs / 136.69 Lbs. |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Body Measurement | 34-30-35 (Inches). |
| Nationality | Australian. |
| Gender | Female |
| Marital Status | Matthew Adams (June 2024). |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Kids | None. |
| Profession | Professional Wrestler. |
| High School | Henley High School. |
| Billed from | Adelaide, South Australia. |
| Trained by | WWE Performance Center Scotty 2 Hotty. |
| Debut | 24th May 2014. |
| Net Worth | $1 Million (INR 8.37 Cr). |
| Last Updated | October 2024 |
Rhea Ripley Early Life
She was born on 11th October 1996 in Adelaide, South Australia & is of Italian descent from her mother’s side. Rhea grew up in the beachside Adelaide suburb of Glenelg and studied at the Henley High School.
Professional Wrestling Career
Independent Circuit (2013–2017)
Rhea started her work in Riot City Wrestling in 2013 & spent many years in the promotion. She then became a two-time RCW Women’s Champion & made her Pro Wrestling debut on 24th May 2014 during the opening night of the NHPW Global Conflict. There she joined the Global Conflict Tournament & was eliminated during the first round of the tournament by Mercedes Martinez. After Six months she returned and was part of the opening night of the NHPW Final Chapter event. Also Read Zelina Vega Net Worth
WWE
Mae Young Classic (2017–2018)
In 2017, She defeated Miranda Salinas in the first round but lost to Dakota Kai in the second round. Rhea made her NXT television debut on the 25th October 2017 episode of NXT.
NXT Women’s Champion (2019–2021)
On the 28th August 2019 episode of NXT, she made her surprise return to the brand when she interrupted NXT Women’s Champion Shayna Baszler. In parallel to her feud against Baszler, on the 1st November episode of SmackDown, she along with Tegan Nox was one of the many NXT wrestlers to invade the show. As part of the ongoing storyline, she defeated both Raw’s Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks in a triple threat match on the 22nd November episode of SmackDown. Also Read Adam Cole Net Worth
Raw Women’s Champion (2021–2022)
At WrestleMania 37, Rhea defeated Asuka to win the Raw Women’s Championship & also defended the title in a rematch against Asuka, but it ended in a no-contest. On the 3rd May episode of Raw, a rematch between Ripley and Asuka for the Raw Women’s Championship was scheduled for WrestleMania Backlash, but WWE official Sonya Deville added Flair to the match to make it a triple threat match.
The Judgment Day (2022–2024)
On the 12th June episode of Raw, the SmackDown Women’s Championship was renamed to the Women’s World Championship and Ripley was presented a brand-new championship belt.On the 3rd July episode of Raw, she defeated Natalya once again to retain the title & at Payback on 2nd September.
Championship after spearing Kevin Owens through the barricade. Later that night, she retained her title against Raquel Rodriguez after a distraction from Dominik. On the 11th September episode of Raw, she defeated Rodriguez in a rematch to retain the title after interference from the returning Nia Jax, who also attacked her after the match. At Crown Jewel on 4th November, Rhea defeated Jax, Rodriguez, Zoey Stark and Shayna Baszler, who she pinned, to retain her title in a fatal five-way match. Must Read Beth Phoenix Net Worth
The Terror Twins (2024–present)
On the 8th April episode of Raw, she was attacked in a backstage segment by Liv Morgan, during which she injured her right arm. Next week, she was forced to vacate the championship, ending her reign at 380 days, tying Bayley’s record as the longest-reigning Women’s World Champion. During her absence, the storyline continued when Morgan started seducing Dominik, who resisted Morgan’s efforts but accidentally helped her win the Women’s World Championship from Lynch at King & Queen of the Ring. Morgan then also started interfering in The Judgment Day’s matches to their advantage.
Personal Life
Rhea grew up watching The Miz as an inspiration & along with wrestling, Bennett is also trained in or practices swimming, karate, rugby, netball, and soccer. She has been in a relationship with Australian wrestler Matthew Adams. In August 2023, they got engaged, and in June 2024, they married. She is also a fan of the bands Ice Nine Kills, Falling in Reverse and Motionless in White & the latter of which co-wrote her WWE theme song. Must Read Carmella Net Worth
Net Worth
As of 2024, her net worth is approx to $1 Million (INR 8.37 Cr). According to her WWE contract, she procures a fundamental compensation of $250,000 (INR 2.09 Cr).
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| Last Updated | October 2024 |
FAQ
Q. Does Rhea Ripley have a husband?
Ans: – She has been in a relationship with Australian wrestler Matthew Adams. In August 2023, they got engaged, and in June 2024, they married.
