LA Knight, born as Shaun Ricker on November 1, 1982, is an American professional wrestler and actor, best known for his work in WWE. He first gained prominence in the professional wrestling industry under the ring name Eli Drake, performing for various promotions including Impact Wrestling, where he won the Impact World Championship and the Impact Global Championship.
LA Knight Early Life:
Ricker began his wrestling career in 2003 and spent several years honing his craft on the independent circuit. His charismatic persona, impressive mic skills, and athletic ability quickly made him a standout performer. In 2013, he signed with WWE and was assigned to their developmental territory, NXT, under the ring name Slate Randall. However, his initial tenure with WWE was short-lived, and he was released in 2014.
Following his release, Ricker adopted the ring name Eli Drake and joined Impact Wrestling in 2015. During his time with Impact, he became one of the promotion’s top stars, earning accolades for his in-ring performances and captivating promos. His success in Impact Wrestling helped solidify his reputation as a versatile and dynamic talent in the wrestling world.
LA Knight WWE:
In 2021, Ricker returned to WWE, this time under the ring name LA Knight. He was reintroduced to the WWE Universe through the NXT brand, where his larger-than-life personality and exceptional promo abilities quickly made him a fan favorite. LA Knight is the current WWE United States Champion in his first reign his character is known for his brash confidence, catchphrases, and ability to engage the audience.
Outside of wrestling, Shaun Ricker has also pursued acting, appearing in various television shows and films. His combination of wrestling prowess and entertainment skills has made him a prominent figure both inside and outside the squared circle. As LA Knight continues to make waves in WWE, he remains a compelling and influential presence in the world of professional wrestling.
La Knight age:
41 years
La Knight father:
LA Knight’s father is Scott Ricker.
La Knight mother:
No information about his mother’s name is not available.
La Knight wife:
LA Knight is with his longtime girlfriend Michelle Yavulla.
La Knight and logan paul:
At SummerSlam (2024), LA Knight will challenge Logan Paul for the United States Championship.
La Knight sister:
LA Knight’s real-life sister is Kaylee Ricker.
La Knight birthplace:
He was born in Hagerstown, Maryland.
La Knight contract:
LA Knight is currently in contract negotiations with WWE for a new five-year contract.
La Knight full name:
Shaun Edward Ricker
La Knight girlfriend:
WWE Superstar LA Knight’s girlfriend, Michelle Yavulla.
La Knight height:
6 ft 1 in (185 cm).
La Knight weight:
240 lb (109 kg).
La Knight kids:
They do not have any kids.
La Knight King of the Ring:
LA Knight is not dwelling on his loss to Tama Tonga in the King of the Ring on WWE SmackDown.
La Knight net worth:
LA Knight’s net worth is estimated to be around $3 million.
La Knight nickname:
Eli Drake, Max Dupri, Shaun Ricker, John Ricker, Dick Rick, Dick Rick Leykis, Deuce, Slate Randall, Number Two, El Hijo de Trump.
La Knight Paul bearer:
LA Knight and The Undertaker were both managed by Paul Bearer.
La Knight United States champion:
LA Knight achieved his crowning moment by defeating Logan Paul to win the United States Championship.
La Knight WWE titles:
- WWE United States Championship
- WWE Million Dollar Championship
- GFW / Impact Global / World Championship
- Impact World Tag Team Championship – with Scott Steiner
- TNA King Of The Mountain Championship
- NWA World Tag Team Championship – with James Storm
- HWA Television Championship
- HWA Attack of the Trios (2009) – with Dean Jablonski and Jon Moxley
La Knight zodiac sign:
Scorpio
