Shawn Michaels

Wrestler

Shawn Michaels is a retired wrestler and Senior VP at WWE.

Full Name

Michael Shawn Hickenbottom

Birthday

Jul 22, 1965

Age

Born

United States

Birth Sign

Cancer

Relationship

Married

Height

6′ 1″

Net Worth

$25M

Death Date

About

Shawn Michaels is one of the most iconic and beloved professional wrestlers in history. Nicknamed "The Heartbreak Kid," he was renowned for his athleticism, charisma, showmanship, and ability to entertain fans. During his career, he won numerous championships in both the WWF/WWE and WCW promotions.

Life Timeline

<div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1965</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Shawn Michaels is Born</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>On July 22, 1965, Shawn Michaels was born in Chandler, Arizona.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1984</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Debuts as a Professional Wrestler</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Michaels debuts as a professional wrestler in the National Wrestling Alliance.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1987</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Joins WWF/E</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Michaels joins the World Wrestling Federation (now WWE) and forms a tag team with Marty Jannetty.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1992</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Wins First WWF Championship</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Becomes WWF Champion for the first time after defeating Bret Hart at WrestleMania VIII.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>1998</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Retires from Wrestling Temporarily</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Michaels retires from wrestling due to personal issues and injuries.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2002</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Returns to the Ring</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>Michaels returns to the ring after a four-year absence and wins the World Heavyweight Championship.</div></div></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_item_2'><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1cb-6675e3f8' class='timeline_left'><div id='' class='timeline_date-text-4'>2010</div></div><div id='w-node-_710bfc84-4b40-5011-fd32-beffa643a1ce-6675e3f8' class='timeline_centre'><div id='' class='timeline_circle-4'></div></div><div id='' class='timeline_right'><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5 timeline_text_title'>Retires from Wrestling Permanently</div></div><div id='' class='margin-bottom-medium'><div id='' class='timeline_text-5'>After a successful career that spanned over 25 years, Michaels retires from wrestling permanently.</div></div></div></div>

Why We Love Them

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> He's a Legendary Wrestler</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Shawn Michaels is one of the most legendary wrestlers of all time. He has won multiple championships, and is known for his unique style and charisma. He was also a key part in the success of the Attitude Era of professional wrestling.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> He's a Great Entertainer</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Shawn Michaels is a great entertainer. Not only does he perform well in the ring, but he also puts on great shows outside of it. He has done stand up comedy, acted in movies, appeared in television shows, and more.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> He's an Inspiration</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Shawn Michaels is an inspiration to many wrestlers and fans alike. His story of overcoming addiction and personal struggles is an example to people everywhere that anything can be achieved with hard work and dedication.</p></div>

Interesting Facts

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Retired at the Age of</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1998, Shawn Michaels retired from professional wrestling at the age of 44, after a successful career spanning more than 20 years.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Founder of the Degeneration X</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shawn Michaels founded the Degeneration X (DX) faction in 1997 along with Triple H and Chyna. The group would go on to become one of the most popular factions in wrestling history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Won the First WWE Iron Man Match</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1996, Shawn Michaels won the first WWE Iron Man match against Bret Hart which lasted an hour and ended in a draw. He then won the sudden death round to become WWF Champion.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Was Part of The Kliq</h3><p class='facts-text'>Shawn Michaels was part of The Kliq, a backstage faction that included Scott Hall, Triple H, Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman. The group was influential in the booking of matches during the 1990s.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Returned to Wrestling After 4 Years</h3><p class='facts-text'>After retiring in 1998, Shawn Michaels returned to wrestling in 2002 after a four year absence. His return marked the beginning of his second "career" as a wrestler, and he would go on to win several championships.</p></div></div>

01 Started Out as a Writerading

Before becoming an actor, Morgan Freeman worked as a screenwriter. He wrote scripts for The Electric Company and another children's show called Sesame Street.

05 Was Arrested for DUI

In 2008, Morgan Freeman was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was released after several hours and later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge.