Shawn Michaels Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Parents, Children, Awards

Shawn Michaels, born Michael Shawn Hickenbottom, born July 22, 1965 is a retired American professional wrestler and current WWE executive. Known as “The Heartbreak Kid” and “Mr. WrestleMania,” he became one of the most influential and charismatic wrestlers in WWE history.

Profile

• Full Name: Michael Shawn Hickenbottom
• Stage Name: Shawn Michaels
• Born: July 22, 1965
• Age: 60 years old
• Birthplace: Chandler, Arizona, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Retired Professional Wrestler, WWE Executive
• Height: 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
• Parent: Richard Hickenbottom (father), Carol Hickenbottom (mother)
• Siblings: Randy Hickenbottom, Scott Hickenbottom, Shari Hickenbottom
• Spouse: Rebecca Curci Hickenbottom
• Children: Cameron Kade Hickenbottom, Cheyenne Michelle Hickenbottom
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life And Education

Shawn Michaels was born on July 22, 1965, in Chandler, Arizona. He is 60 years old. His parents are Richard Hickenbottom and Carol Hickenbottom, and he is the youngest of four children, with two older brothers, Randy Hickenbottom and Scott Hickenbottom, and a sister named Shari Hickenbottom. His family later settled in San Antonio, Texas.

Shawn is of White American ethnicity and was raised in a Catholic home, though he later became a born-again Christian.

He attended Randolph High School, where he was a standout football player and team captain.

After high school, he briefly enrolled at Southwest Texas State University but dropped out to pursue a wrestling career.

Career

Shawn Michaels began training under Mexican-American wrestler Jose Lothario and made his wrestling debut in 1984.

He gained early recognition as one half of The Rockers alongside Marty Jannetty. In 1992, he broke out as a solo wrestler, adopting the Heartbreak Kid persona.

He became known for his athleticism, charisma, and dramatic storytelling in the ring. Over the course of his career, he became a four-time world champion, two-time Royal Rumble winner, and the first Grand Slam Champion in WWE history. His matches at WrestleMania against legends like Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, Ric Flair, and The Undertaker are considered some of the greatest of all time.

Michaels initially retired in 1998 due to a back injury but returned in 2002, embarking on another highly acclaimed run that lasted until his retirement match at WrestleMania 26 in 2010.

He made a one-time return in 2018 for a tag-team match but has since focused on off-screen roles.

He currently works as WWE’s Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative, overseeing the NXT brand and mentoring younger talent.

Awards and Nominations

• WWE Hall of Fame (2011 – individual, 2019 – D-Generation X)
• Two-time Royal Rumble winner (1995, 1996)
• Four-time World Champion
• First Grand Slam and Triple Crown Champion in WWE
• 11-time recipient of Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s “Match of the Year”
• WWE Slammy Awards for Match of the Year, Wrestler of the Year, and more

Personal Life

Shawn Michaels has been married to Rebecca Curci Hickenbottom since 1999. They have two children: a son, Cameron Kade Hickenbottom, and a daughter, Cheyenne Michelle Hickenbottom. He was previously married to Theresa Wood from 1988 to 1994.

Regarding his height, Shawn Michaels stands at 6 feet 1 inch tall, which is approximately 185 cm.

Net Worth

Shawn Michaels has an estimated net worth of $10 million. His wealth was built through a long and successful wrestling career, pay-per-view events, merchandise sales, DVD releases, and his current executive role in WWE.

He also earns from occasional appearances, endorsements, and TV projects such as his hunting show. His iconic status in the wrestling industry ensures continued influence and financial stability long after his in-ring retirement.