Becky Lynch, known as one of WWE’s most authentic legends, recently gave fans a rare glimpse into her father Ken Quin’s inventive side. Speaking candidly in a podcast, she recounted her father’s unique combination of day-to-day work and his passion for creating new devices. This glimpse behind the scenes reveals the lesser-known story of her father’s attempts to impact the world through invention.
Ken Quin, who worked primarily as a gas salesman, was also an inventor with ambitious ideas. Becky Lynch highlighted one notable creation from the 1990s called the Auto-Scan, a device designed to detect if used cars had been in crashes by scanning for non-metal repairs like Bondo. Though the concept was innovative for the time, its high cost for potential buyers limited its commercial success. Lynch recalled how her father’s inventive endeavors, though promising, never quite took off.
My dad was a wild man, man. He was… oh, man. He was like… he was a gas salesman, right? That was his day job, but he was also an inventor, right? He was always just inventing stuff.[Hosts: Like actually inventing stuff?] Actually inventing stuff. So, he had all these dreams of being like a super millionaire, right? So, he would invent all these things, so at one point… He invented this thing called the Auto-Scan, right? So, it was this machine, and this is back in the 1990s. I remember seeing this machine, and it was like a metal detector, and it would detect if a used car had been in a crash, right? So, if you were going to buy a used car, you would get the Auto-Scan, and you would use it all over to find…[Hosts: To determine if there were non-metals such as Bondo used to repair?] Yeah! Exactly! It was actually really cool. But then of course the thing was that this Auto-Scan would cost like £400, and if you’re buying a used car, and this is in the 90s, this costs like £400, and then you’re trying to buy a used car for like £200, you know what I mean? [laughs] The math didn’t line up, and then he had this…[Hosts: Did he make it himself? Was this at home?] Like, no, he…[Hosts: Did he contract it out?] I don’t know. I don’t know if he did.[Hosts: This was somewhat on a legitimate side?] Some… somewhat. Never made anything.
The Invention of a Bird Feeder and Other Creative Ventures
Ken Quin’s inventive spirit extended beyond automotive technology. Becky recalled how he also designed an innovative bird feeder that could be attached to windows, allowing birds to see their reflections without sensing human presence. This bird feeder concept, which resembles products only now becoming mainstream, demonstrated how he was often ahead of his time despite the projects not finding commercial success.
Then he invented this bird feeder thing, where you stick it on the window and the birds can’t see you, they just look at their reflection.[Hosts: They have that now, this guy is sharp!] Yeah. Yeah, it was before… [inaudible][Hosts: He was ahead of his time] Yes![Host: Explains Carfax. He was right there, man!] He was ahead of his time, he was right there. He was right there, none of it took off. God bless him.[Hosts laugh] None of it took off, God bless.
Despite the lack of commercial breakthroughs, Ken Quin’s creative ideas clearly made a lasting impression on Lynch. She described her father as someone who constantly pursued new inventions, even if success remained elusive. She has drawn inspiration from his imagination in her personal and professional life.
Ken Quin’s Literary Ambitions: Writing About Captain Boycott
Apart from inventing, Ken Quin also showed an interest in writing. Becky Lynch revealed that one of his projects was planning a book about Captain Boycott, the historical figure after whom the term “boycott” is derived. The story captures the landlord’s role during the Irish land struggles following the Great Famine and the rise of civil protest tactics against oppression. Ken envisioned his book gaining international attention for its powerful message about boycotting as a form of protest.
“Then he was going to write a book on Captain Boycott.[Hosts: Who? Irish Superhero?] No, no. An imperialist, right? So, he was a British lad, I believe. Let me get this story straight so that I don’t ruin the legacy of my dad. So, anyway… Captain Boycott, right? There’s a big landlord [after the Great Famine of 1845-1849], this lad was doing the British people’s bidding, taking the food, kicking the Irish off the land, all that, all that horrible stuff, and then the Irish banded together and they’re like, ‘We’re going to stop buying from him!’ And so, hence the term, boycott. So my dad was going to write a book on boycotting, and he was like, ‘Every government in the world is going to buy this, and everybody’s going to…’[Hosts: He had big dreams] He had big dreams because he’s like… he wanted to get what, how good boycotting was, so if somebody is acting the fool then you just boycott them. I hope I got that all right, I think I got it right. So, that was the origin story of boycotting, and I think people know how to boycott, but anyway… He thought everyone should know about the origin story of Captain Boycott.”
Becky Lynch’s recounting not only highlights her father’s inventive mind but also his big ambitions to educate and influence society through his ideas. This background shines a light on the man behind the public figure, painting a picture of a complex inventor and thinker who pursued wide-ranging projects.
Family Ties and Legacy in WWE and Beyond
Ken Quin and Anne Quin, Becky Lynch’s parents, separated when she was an infant, but both remained supportive throughout her career. Ken was often present at WWE events, backing his daughter’s rise to superstardom. Sadly, Ken passed away on March 11, 2021, a loss that deeply affected Lynch. Her recent public reflections, including this podcast, serve as a touching tribute and a way to preserve his memory.
Beyond the stories of gadgets and books, Becky Lynch’s insights into her father‘s life expose the layered relationship they shared. His support and unique personality have clearly influenced Lynch’s own dedication and creativity as a WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion. She continues to honor his legacy both in her wrestling career and personal storytelling.
What’s Next for Becky Lynch and The Influence of Her Father’s Story
As Becky Lynch prepares to defend her Women’s Intercontinental Championship at WWE Evolution II in Atlanta, her personal stories about her late father offer fans a deeper connection to the champion. Knowing the background of her upbringing and the inventive spirit of her father Ken Quin adds a rich dimension to her public persona.
Ken’s life as a gas salesman, an inventor, and an aspiring author reflects themes of ambition and persistence, traits Lynch embodies in his own career. These narratives not only highlight her father’s influence but also situate Becky Lynch as a wrestler shaped by a family with a history of creativity and determination.
This emerging aspect of Becky Lynch’s story confirms that her legacy extends beyond the ring, carrying forward her father’s dreams and passion for innovation in unexpected ways.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Has Becky Lynch quit the WWE?
A. In late 2023, Lynch claimed the NXT Women’s Championship, becoming the sixth female wrestler to achieve a Grand Slam in the organization’s history. Her contract ended in June 2024, and she has not rejoined WWE after that.
Q. Is Becky Lynch still in WWE in 2025?
A. Becky Lynch came back to WWE during WrestleMania 41 in April 2025 after being off TV for a year. She took a break from WWE following her loss of the WWE Women’s World Championship to Liv Morgan and her unsuccessful attempt to win it back on Raw in May 2024.
