Discover the defining moments in the early life of CM Punk. From birth to education, explore key events.
Phillip Jack Brooks (CM Punk) is a professional wrestler and actor currently signed to WWE's Raw brand. Widely considered one of wrestling's greatest, he is known for his "straight edge" persona and confrontational style. He is the current World Heavyweight Champion, marking his record-tying second reign. Notably, his 434-day reign as WWE Champion is the 10th-longest in the company's history.
In 1946, Harriet Jadwiga Kowalski, CM Punk's mother, was born.
On October 26, 1978, Phillip Jack Brooks, now known as CM Punk, was born in Chicago, Illinois.
In 1999, CM Punk began wrestling at Steel Domain Wrestling in St. Paul, Minnesota, as part of his training.
In June 2013, CM Punk reportedly obtained a restraining order against his estranged mother.
In November 2013, CM Punk found a lump on his back that was diagnosed as a "fatty deposit" by Dr. Chris Amann, who refused to remove it despite Punk's requests.
On June 13, 2014, CM Punk was fired by WWE on his wedding day, which he revealed during an interview in November 2014.
In November 2014, CM Punk broke his silence on Colt Cabana's "Art of Wrestling" podcast regarding his WWE exit, detailing his suspension, unpaid royalties, and termination.
In November 2014, The Pro Wrestling Torch documented the interview released by CM Punk, providing further details on his WWE exit.
In December 2014, CM Punk gave an interview where he explained the reasons for his departure from WWE earlier that year.
In June 2015, CM Punk moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to be closer to the Roufusport gym while still retaining his home in Chicago.
In October 2015, Duke Roufus announced that CM Punk had suffered a shoulder injury, delaying his UFC debut.
On February 6, 2016, CM Punk was diagnosed with a herniated disc and underwent surgery days later.
In 2016, Harriet Jadwiga (née Kowalski), CM Punk's mother, passed away.
In January 2022, All American Comics in Evergreen Park, Illinois, where CM Punk had his first job, closed down.
On September 5, 2025 Brooks threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Chicago Cubs game.
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