Born
1994-08-01 (age 31)
Birthplace
Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.
Known For
Acting
Christian Brigham
Biography
Carmelo Hayes, whose real name is Christian Brigham, is a professional wrestler currently signed to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). He was born on August 1, 1994, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Before signing with WWE, he gained recognition on the independent wrestling circuit under the name Christian Casanova. Hayes made his WWE debut in 2021 on the NXT brand. He is a former two-time NXT North American Champion, which he also has the longest combined reign for. He is also the first Superstar in history to win the Cruiserweight Championship, North American Championship, and NXT Championship in their career. Hayes is known for his charisma, mic skills, and in-ring talent. He is also described as a born champion. In addition, he has declared himself as the true face of NXT. On April 1, 2023, he became the current NXT Champion in his first reign, defeating Bron Breakker.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
NXT Vengeance Day 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
NXT WarGames 2021
as Carmelo Hayes
2021
WWE NXT Spring Breakin' 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
NXT Battleground 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
2022
NXT The Great American Bash 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes
as Self
2023
NXT In Your House 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
2022
NXT No Mercy 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
2023
NXT Great American Bash 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
2022
NXT Halloween Havoc 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
2022
WWE Royal Rumble 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
NXT Vengeance Day 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
NXT Deadline 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
2022
Prime Target: The story of Trick Williams vs. Carmelo Hayes
2024
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
WWE Money in the Bank 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
WWE Money in the Bank Kickoff 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
WWE Crown Jewel
as Carmelo Hayes
2024
