Roman Reigns: The Tribal Chief of WWE
Roman Reigns, born Leati Joseph Anoa’i on May 25, 1985, is one of the most dominant and recognizable figures in professional wrestling today. A member of the legendary Anoa’i wrestling family, Roman is a cousin to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and part of a dynasty that includes multiple Hall of Famers.
Before entering the squared circle, Reigns had a promising football career. He played college football at Georgia Tech and briefly pursued an NFL career before transitioning to wrestling, signing with WWE in 2010. He debuted in WWE’s developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW), and later rose to prominence in 2012 as part of The Shield alongside Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose.
After The Shield disbanded in 2014, Roman began his singles career, quickly climbing the ranks with his powerhouse persona. He won his first WWE World Heavyweight Championship in 2015. Though initially met with mixed reactions from fans, WWE continued to push Reigns as a top babyface. However, it wasn’t until his 2020 return as a heel, adopting the “Tribal Chief” gimmick and aligning with Paul Heyman, that Reigns truly reinvented himself.
As the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Reigns has had one of the longest and most dominant title reigns in modern WWE history. His storytelling, charisma, and in-ring psychology have earned him widespread praise. His rivalries with Brock Lesnar, Cody Rhodes, and Jey Uso have become some of the most talked-about in recent WWE history.
Off-screen, Reigns is a leukemia survivor and a vocal advocate for cancer awareness. His resilience, both in and out of the ring, has made him a respected figure in sports entertainment.
Roman Reigns isn’t just a champion—he’s the head of the table.
