Kevin Nash
Kevin Nash, a retired wrestler and actor, gained fame in WCW and WWF/WWE as a multi-time world champion.
Wrestler
July 9, 1959
Cancer
65
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Kevin Nash, born July 9, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan, is an iconic figure in the world of professional wrestling. With a career spanning over three decades, Nash has achieved remarkable success in both WCW and WWE.
Nash rose to prominence in WCW as a member of the legendary New World Order (nWo) faction alongside Hulk Hogan and Scott Hall. His imposing physique and charismatic presence made him a fan favorite. Nash captured the WCW World Heavyweight Championship five times and the WCW Tag Team Championship an impressive six times.
In 2002, Nash made a significant impact in WWE, reuniting with Hogan and Hall to reform the nWo. He continued his winning ways, securing the WWE Tag Team Championship twice and adding the prestigious WWE Intercontinental Championship to his accolades.
Nash’s exceptional contributions to the wrestling industry have been recognized with multiple Hall of Fame inductions. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2015 as part of the nWo and again in 2020 as an individual. Nash also received the honor of being inducted into the WCW Hall of Fame in 2020.
Outside the ring, Nash has ventured into acting, appearing in notable films such as “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze” and “The Longest Yard.” He has also showcased his writing skills with the release of his autobiography, “Kevin Nash: My Life in the Squared Circle,” in 2015.
Nash is renowned for his devastating finishing move, the Jackknife Powerbomb, which left opponents reeling. Married to Tamara McComas, Nash is a devoted family man and an avid golfer, often participating in celebrity golf tournaments.
Kevin Nash’s exceptional wrestling career, combined with his charisma and versatility, has solidified his status as a true legend in the world of sports entertainment.
