Your uncle's not a wrestler!!!". Kingston did not appear in CZW for nearly a year following this, but eventually made his return at New Years Resolutions on January 12, 2008, in the main event for the CZW World Heavyweight Championship. This is the guy. [53] Kingston returned to Combat Zone Wrestling on February 14, 2009, at its 10th Anniversary Show, in a losing effort to CZW World Heavyweight Champion Drake Younger in a No Rope Barbed Wire Deathmatch. AEW split them up for a while, but now they're back together, and part of a larger faction. [94] At the All Out pay-per-view, Kingston participated in the Casino Battle Royale, where he was lastly eliminated by eventual winner Lance Archer. RELATED: Charlotte Flair Joining Andrade In AEW Would Be A MistakeAndrade has been in a relationship with arguably the number one women's wrestler in the world, Charlotte Flair since 2019 and the two are currently engaged. I don't trust it. Dorado won by disqualification by taking his mask off behind the referees back and throwing it at Kingston, who was holding it when the ref turned around. After the group leader Konnan was attacked, and Homicide and Diamante went missing in action, King assumed leadership of the faction and guided Ortiz and Santana back to being tag team champions. 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I should just run out and start beating the shit out of you, like I'm some guy. [89] The DCC made their Impact Zone debut on the October 20 episode of Impact Wrestling, when they attacked The Tribunal, following the latter's loss to TNA World Tag Team Champions, The Broken Hardys. He stumbled back a couple of steps and then he looked at me and said, "There he is.". Whether he's working behind the scenes or onscreen, the 6'2" is always the center of attention. Outside of brief stints in Impact and ROH, Kingston was a mainstay on the independent scene for 18 years before signing with AEW. long-time girlfriend Britt Baker being AEW Women's Champion. A paycheck. [4] On May 22, 2004, the Toxic Trio faced Icarus, Akuma and Quackenbush in an Ultimate Jeopardy match, where Kingston's, Marciano's and Icarus' hair, Jigsaw's and Akuma's masks and Quackenbush's various championship belts were on the line. So many days, I just didn't wanna be here anymore. He took birth in Yonkers, New York, U.S. His zodic sign is Sagittarius and his religion is not mentioned. It wasn't until two weeks later I was on vacation out in Montana with my girlfriend, and we were just sitting in the car, about to go inside her friend's house, and I paused for a second and I turned to her and said, "Hey wait. He had a difficult childhood in a tough part of Yonkers, constantly getting into fights at school; he credits getting into wrestling at an early age from watching old tapes as what kept him out of jail and trouble. The issue led to changes on the Mar. On the November 17 episode of Impact Wrestling, Kingston made his Impact in-ring debut teaming with Storm and Bram to defeat Edwards and Brother Nero in a No Disqualification 3-on-2 handicap match. I was sick. Marshall and R.D. [13][14][15] On September 7 Kingston and Dorado face each other in their third singles match, which ended when referee Bryce Remsburg disqualified Kingston due to "excessive punishment". Eddie Kingston is a professional wrestler from America who is currently signed to AEW (All Elite Wrestling). Kingston wrote about how he got into pro wrestling, what it was like tape trading in New York City years ago, watching the original ECW on "the religious channel" as a teenager, working the indies in front of just a few fans, and more. He took a more serious persona when Marciano retired and he joined CZW as a member of BLKout. On Night One, he competed in a four-way match for the PWG World Championship; participants included Necro Butcher, former champion Low Ki, and defending champion Hero, who pinned Kingston to retain. Having Eddie Kingston act as our avatar, cutting off the video to say, This is a wrestling show, why am I hearing this kid and his wife talking about getting married? When the Mad King said, Nobody cares, I felt it in my soul. [55] Kingston's title reign officially ended on July 10, when CZW owner D. J. Hyde stripped him and Younger of the title. Saptarshi Sinha-February 28, 2023. While Allin's professional life is soaring, the same can't be said for his personal life. I'm on national television. Did Trent get taller? Verified. They weren't clapping. [58] On March 13, 2010, at The Vision, Kingston was defeated by Big Van Walter in a singles match. I beat him up. Allie, The Bunny is married to Blade in real life so it was a logical team. Now part of AEW, Moxley is treated like the top star his fans knew he was. But Hardy's now found happiness with with Reby Sky, whom he married in October 2013. [34] Kingston later revealed that he had gotten drunk the previous night, punched a mirror in his hotel room and injured a tendon in his hand. . On October 4, 2017, Kingston announced his departure from Impact Wrestling.[90]. . The couple is parents to three sons, and they're expecting their fourth child, a girl due later this year. What am I gonna tell my son, though? I remember Cody was so great about everything and he actually asked me what I wanted for my walk-out music and I told him the truth: I said, "Why would I have music? 913 following. My nephew can watch his uncle on TV. 3 SmackDown, but Rousey isnt expected to miss WrestleMania. I decided in that moment that I couldn't quit. [93] On the August 22 episode of Dynamite, Kingston created an alliance with The Butcher and The Blade and the Lucha Brothers (Pentagn Jr. and Rey Fnix). It was revealed earlier on that Tornado's opponent, Chris Hero, had also picked Kingston as his partner, but Kingston had chosen to side with Tornado. I'm a hard-ass New York guy. Wrestlecon & more! When it comes to heels you love to hate, MJF is at the top of the list. I mean, this is Cody Rhodes. The World's Most Entertaining Car Website. I'm so lucky to have had a friend like Brodie. ago I'm just glad we didn't get another Hulk Hogan flash paper incident. Make time to read Eddie Kingston's soul-baring Players' Tribune post. I just did my job, and he pinned me, and then I walked back through the curtain. Many believe that it will be him who eventually dethrones Omega as AEW Champion. I've messed up and self-destructed and burned bridges. [85] On June 23, 2013, Kingston and Homicide were defeated by The Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott) at House of Hardcore 2. I tried to tell a story. But Ill admit the video package that aired on Dynamite last night (Aug. 3) was good stuff. When the match aired on TV, something weird started happening with my phone. [31] Kingston made his third successful title defense on April 28, defeating Kevin Steen via disqualification in an interpromotional match between Chikara and Ring of Honor. I called Alex and I crawled up out of my hole. Had too much of a reputation. update: Last night's main events, UFC specials this week, Snooki, UFC activities", "Radican's Chikara "High Noon" iPPV coverage 11/13 -Quackenbush vs. Kingston, Young Bucks vs. It's your life. Chad drives a Miata and is married to Keighleyanne. [4] The following year the Wildcards teamed up with Jigsaw to form the Toxic Trio, while Icarus and Akuma recruited the help of Mike Quackenbush. As with all wrestlers, as their popularity grows, fans want to know more about these stars. [30] On February 26, 2012, Kingston made his first defense of the Grand Championship, defeating Vin Gerard, with whom he had developed a rivalry during the 12 Large: Summit. [117] The rivalry would continue after Kingston returned the following month, with the two agreeing that they would wrestle each other at the Revolution event. ), You know what's crazy? I wasn't married. Edward Moore (born December 12, 1981), better known by his ring name Eddie Kingston, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW). ", And I just looked at him like: "You son of a bitch. Although, they may portray bad guys on television, in real-life Matt and Nick are family men. [4] After Castagnoli defeated Kingston via countout at the 2009 Young Lions Cup,[4] the two of them were booked in a "Respect Match" at the season eight finale Three-Fisted Tales, where the loser of the match had to show respect to the winner. [26][27][28], From May to October 2011, Kingston took part in 12 Large: Summit, a tournament used to determine the first ever Chikara Grand Champion. [61] On night three, he partnered Kim Ray in a defeat to Hot & Spicy (Axel Dieter Jr. and Da Mack). It also means when I win the world title it's gonna mean. Someone in AEW is getting buried six feet deep on pay-per-view. [102] At Revolution on March 7, Kingston rescued Jon Moxley after Moxley's main event match against Kenny Omega, turning face in the process. I walked out through that curtain that night a very broken man. [31] On September 15, during the second night of the 2012 King of Trios, Kingston made his seventh successful title defense against Osaka Pro Wrestling representative Tadasuke. According to Kat, things weren't very amicable in their split. AEW's Eddie Kingston made headlines last week when his post-Dynamite promo made its way online.Kingston stood in front of the Daily's Place crowd following the Saturday night show saying, "Because . He talked about selling some of his wrestling boots to make his mortgage payment. I would sit at home drinking whiskey, watching guys who I'd come up with in the indies wrestling on national TV in the big promotions, and I'd just sit and stew until I blew up. Download AIW Events Right Now! Over the years, rumors have circulated about his love life, but Omega being a private person has never commented about his dating history. I didn't think it was a miracle. fighter "In God's name who would stay? Eddie Kingston is a pro wrestling superstar and has confronted adversity to become a top star with AEW (All Elite Wrestling) a rising promotion that has become talk of the industry. Aside from wrestling, Matt's personal life has also made headline news. [16], In late 2008 Kingston would team up with Brodie Lee and Grizzly Redwood to form an alliance that would later be named The Roughnecks. MORE : Ex-WWE star Mark Andrews reflects on getting fired, married and missing out on dream homecoming over just a few weeks. Hardy was also briefly involved with late WWE Diva Ashley Massaro. [107] After Moxley took an absence for the birth of his first child,[108] Kingston allied with Pentagn Jr. to face The Young Bucks for the championship in a Street Fight at the Road Rager event, but they were defeated. Consider this guide on the age, height and relationship status of some of their male wrestlers ranging from the top of the card to their mid-card. (Icarus and Gran Akuma). Now let's go kick these guys' asses.". I am still waiting for someone to wake me up from the dream. RELATED: 10 Problems Facing AEW Wrestlers (And How To Fix Them). I was about to lose my house. [4], After taking a break from wrestling, Kingston returned to the ring in July 2005, turning face and teaming with Sabian, Equinox and Quackenbush to take on The Kings of Wrestling (Chris Hero, Claudio Castagnoli, Gran Akuma and Arik Cannon). [31] Kingston returned to ROH at the June 29 tapings of Ring of Honor Wrestling, saving Mike Mondo from Steen and Jimmy Jacobs. [51] On April 7, at Out With the Old, In With the New, Kingston defeated Hero in a Loser Leaves Town match. However, the pair would end their engagement months later and on New Year's Day 2022, Guevara and fellow AEW wrestler Tay Conti went public with their long-rumored relationship. But another guy who changed my life was Brodie Lee. Ronda Rousey legitimately injured, per report. [84], During 2011, Kingston worked for the newly founded Urban Wrestling Federation (UWF) promotion. ", I said, "You know I'm signed right? [47][48] Kingston was eliminated first, after suffering a legitimate broken ankle, after botching a backdrop.[48][49]. Didn't have any kids. pic.twitter.com/KU80jrsxCA, Adam Cole explains what LOYALTY means to him here on #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS! What is that? Jericho you SONOFABITCH!! Kingston then appeared on the March 18 ROH videowire, and soon after re-developed his feud with Chris Hero. There was no 8 Mile moment with me in front of the mirror. We want you to come in and wrestle Cody. pic.twitter.com/sDHqP27qjj, What just happened between Adam Cole, #reDRagon and the Young Bucks?! Like, I'm really signed. Eddie Kingston Opens Up About His Pro Wrestling Journey, Mental Health, AEW. Just the best guy. [5] After winning a number one contenders match on February 24, Kingston defeated Bandido, Jr. on February 28 at JAPW's Jersey City Rumble to win the JAPW New Jersey State Championship. TNA! Updated on January 6th, 2021 by Patrick Mocella: While the normal advice for years among wrestling fans from veterans was that wrestlers should not date fellow wrestlers inside the industry, the current wrestling landscape has changed so that wrestlers very frequently date one another, and this is very true in the case of AEW's roster. - Eddie Kingston. [59], Kingston was brought back to wXw for the 2013 edition of 16 Carat Gold. Even when AEW called me and told me that they wanted to offer me a contract, it just didn't sink in. The group later became known as "The OGz". [95] Despite this, Kingston would claim that he was never eliminated from the match as he went under the bottom rope and began touting for an AEW World Championship match. [121] At Fyter Fest on July 20, Kingston was defeated by Jericho in a Barbed Wire Everywhere Deathmatch. Cody's success in the wrestling world wouldn't be complete without the support of his wife Brandi Rhodes. Eddie Kingston has done what The Chadster wishes every wrestler in the business would do: . On December 7, 2007, Kingston won a four-way elimination match against Hero, then-champion Quackenbush, and Chuck Taylor to win the IWA Mid-South Heavyweight Championship. The full piece is a really great read and can be found at this link. Kingston participated in the 2008 Ted Petty Invitational tournament, defeating Necro Butcher in the first round on Night One, but losing to Sami Callihan in the quarter-finals. [105][106] At the Double or Nothing event on May 30, Kingston and Moxley challenged The Young Bucks for the AEW World Tag Team Championship, but were defeated. [35] On April 6, Kingston defeated Hallowicked for his tenth successful defense of the Grand Championship. The wrestling world has changed quite a bit in recent years as different companies have started to work together. I guess they thought it was funny or crazy or I don't know what but I got a call out of the blue from AEW talent relations, and they said, "Hey, we saw your clip. And I didn't even think anything of it. I still don't understand it. I looked him right in the eyes and I shoved him back. This is just some bullshit stunt. So far the 28-year-old has accomplished a lot in his AEW career. The bi-racial wrestler didn't know why Jericho thought his relationship was something . [8], Moore initially trained alongside BlackJack Marciano and Jigsaw under Kevin Knight at the Independent Wrestling Federation in Woodland Park, New Jersey (formerly West Paterson). Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS right now! [17] At the end of the event Kingston's suspicions about Castagnoli were proven right as he turned rudo and formed the stable Bruderschaft des Kreuzes (BDK). He and his wife Jessica have been married for twenty years, and are the proud parents of a son and twin daughters. He wrote me a letter as a last resort. North American wrestling fans may not realize it, but El Idolo is quite experienced in the ring as he is 32 years old, competing for years in Mexico & Japan before signing with WWE. On night one, he defeated Chuck Taylor in the first round. One day my brother was over at my house, and I told him that I was thinking of moving to Alaska. As a team, Kingston and Castagnoli were also involved in a brief feud against The Dynasty (Joey Ryan and Scott Lost), which began when they interfered in a PWG World Tag Team Championship match between The Dynasty and challengers the Briscoe Brothers (Jay Briscoe and Mark Briscoe) on May 7. 01.03.2023. I think he knew the pain that I was going through. At only 5 feet 9 inches tall, El Idolo doesn't have height on his side but he makes up for it with lots of charisma and buckets of wrestling talent. [99][100], On the November 18 episode of Dynamite, the Lucha Brothers would turn on Kingston after he and Butcher and Blade attacked Pac. [41][42], Kingston made his debut in Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) in early 2004, competing in a series of tag team matches showcasing Chikara wrestlers, before joining the roster as the enforcer and mouthpiece in the BLKOUT faction. Probably Kingston's most famous friendship, Jon Moxley has been a friend of Eddie for years, and have taken their partnership to a successful tag team. Four months later, he will wrestle Jon Moxley at Saturday's Full Gear . But he couldn't save himself. Let us know what you think. I felt like a failure, a loser, a bad friend. He shoved me hard. I went up to Jersey to do the show thinking that it could be the last match I ever did. I did my job. The 5'11" star receives a series of boos every time he comes out to the ring. Many wrestlers such as Cody Rhodes and Chris Jericho are open books when it comes to their home life. 169k Followers, 913 Following, 6,997 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Eddie Kingston (@eddiekingston81) eddiekingston81. And the saddest part about it is that those words that he said to me must have come from a very deep place within himself because he ended up taking his own life just a few years later. This is an automatic disqualification as per lucha libre rules. This tag match saw Outlaw Inc. losing and they were never seen again. 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For some reason, I checked my mailbox, probably looking for a miracle check or something, and I had a letter. [55], Kingston first appeared in Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw) in 2004, as part of a Chikara exhibition match. Kingston has made on-and-off appearances for Independent Wrestling Association Mid-South since 2003. The 6 footer has won over fans with his loner, alcoholic cowboy antics. But last year, Kingston's life changed for the better. [62] Seven years later, Kingston returned to the promotion for the 2020 edition of 16 Carat Gold. I wrestled Cody, like I've wrestled 10,000 guys, 10,000 times before. ago Careful, he's a wizard, he'll throw them left and right at you too 23 Vli37 10 mo. I've been down to my last dollar. 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