On August 9, Alexa Bliss, one-half of the current WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, celebrated her 34th birthday during the post-SummerSlam edition of SmackDown, alongside her tag partner Charlotte Flair. Known for her resilience and determination, Bliss continues to make strides in her WWE career, consistently adding to her impressive list of accomplishments.
From Bodybuilding to WWE Stardom: Bliss’s Unique Athletic Journey
Before entering the wrestling world, Alexa Bliss found success in the fitness and bodybuilding arenas, where she competed in significant bodybuilding competitions and gained recognition as a professional builder. This background laid the foundation that eventually led her to sign with WWE, despite having no formal wrestling training initially. Her athletic discipline and dedication helped her transition into the sports entertainment industry with remarkable success.
Overcoming Personal Challenges to Rise in WWE
At just 15 years old, Bliss battled a life-threatening eating disorder. With crucial support from her parents and a commitment to fitness, she overcame this challenge, which played a pivotal role in her personal and professional growth. This experience has contributed to her image as “Five Feet of Fury,” inspiring fans with her story of resilience and recovery.
Early WWE Appearances and Career Milestones
Although Alexa Bliss’s official main roster debut came in 2016, many fans might not know she made an uncredited appearance at WrestleMania XXX in 2014. During Triple H’s entrance, she was one of three women dressed in gold standing near The Game’s throne, alongside Charlotte Flair and Mercedes Mone (formerly known as Sasha Banks). Since then, Bliss has gone on to become a multiple-time WWE Women’s Champion and a prominent figure in NXT before rising to main event status.
Looking Ahead: Alexa Bliss’s Continuing WWE Journey
Alexa Bliss remains a star with immense potential as she continues to compete at the highest level in WWE. Her achievements and rapid rise from bodybuilding to wrestling stardom make her career one to watch closely. The wrestling community eagerly anticipates her next milestones and future successes.
