Matt Cardona

Professional wrestler, actor

American Merrick, New York

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional wrestler, actor
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth14/05/1985
Age40 years
BirthplaceMerrick, New York

Latest News about Matt Cardona

03/01/2026

Matt Cardona vacated the Awesome Championship Wrestling Heavyweight Championship after winning it on October 18, 2025, in a 4-Way Dance against Richard Holliday, Matt Riddle, and Nic Nemeth at Mischief Night. He was forced to vacate the title at the Poughkeepsie Rumble following his shocking surprise appearance on WWE SmackDown the previous night. This marked a significant transition back toward WWE programming.

02/01/2026

Matt Cardona made a surprise appearance on WWE SmackDown, signaling his return to the promotion after years on the independent circuit and stints in TNA/Impact. The appearance came amid reports of an impending WWE debut and followed his TNA inactivity period. He is positioned on the SmackDown brand as a mid-card competitor starting January 2, 2026.

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Physical Stats & More

Height6'2" (1.88 m)
Weight224 lbs. (102 kg)

Relationships & More

SpouseChelsea Green

Career

Ring Names
Debut2004
Promotions
  • WWE (2005-present)
  • NYWC (2004-2006)
  • Deep South Wrestling
  • GCW
  • TNA/Impact
  • AEW
Championships
  • WWE Intercontinental Championship (1)
  • WWE United States Championship (1)
  • WWE Raw Tag Team Championship (2) - with Curt Hawkins
  • GCW World Championship (1)
  • DSW Tag Team Championship (2) - with Brian Majors
  • AIW Absolute Championship (1)
  • AIW Intense Championship (1)
  • WWE Internet Championship (1)
  • ECW World Television Championship (1, unrecognized)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Trained by Mikey Whipwreck.
2. Launched YouTube series 'Z! True Long Island Story' in 2011, leading to cult following.
3. Won GCW World Championship in a deathmatch against Nick Gage.
4. Returned to WWE in 2025 for TNA invasion storyline on NXT.
5. Finishers: Rough Ryder / Radio Silence (Jumping Leg Lariat), Elbro Drop (Diving Elbow Drop).
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