Career Timeline of Charlotte Flair: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Charlotte Flair, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Ashley Elizabeth Fliehr, known professionally as Charlotte Flair, is an accomplished American professional wrestler currently signed with WWE, performing on the SmackDown brand. Her career has seen her achieve significant success within the company, cementing her place as one of the most prominent female wrestlers in the industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1993: First Appearance in WCW

In 1993, Charlotte Flair made her first appearance in professional wrestling alongside her father, Ric Flair, in World Championship Wrestling (WCW).

2000: WCW Appearance

In 2000, at the age of 14, Charlotte Flair appeared alongside her father in WCW as part of his feud with Vince Russo and her half-brother David.

May 17, 2012: Signed WWE Contract

On May 17, 2012, Charlotte Flair signed a developmental contract with WWE.

2012: WWE Training Begins

In 2012, Charlotte Flair began training with WWE.

July 17, 2013: First Televised Singles Match

On July 17, 2013, Charlotte Flair had her first televised singles match on NXT, where she defeated Bayley.

January 22, 2014: NXT Return and BFFs Association

On January 22, 2014, after a two-month absence due to injury, Charlotte Flair returned to NXT and accompanied Sasha Banks and Summer Rae to their matches.

2014: Rookie of the Year

In 2014, Charlotte Flair was named Rookie of the Year by Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI).

January 21, 2015: NXT Women's Championship Rematch

On January 21, 2015, Charlotte Flair had a rematch for the NXT Women's Championship against Sasha Banks on NXT.

July 13, 2015: Main Roster Debut

On July 13, 2015, Stephanie McMahon called for a "revolution" in the Divas division, introducing Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch, and Sasha Banks to the main roster. They formed Team PCB with Paige.

2015: Main Roster Promotion

In 2015, Charlotte Flair was promoted to WWE's main roster.

January 4, 2016: Heel Turn on Raw

On January 4, 2016, after losing to Becky Lynch on Raw, Charlotte Flair attacked Lynch, solidifying her villainous turn.

April 11, 2016: Title Defense Against Natalya on Raw

On April 11, 2016, Charlotte Flair successfully defended the WWE Women's Championship against Natalya on Raw.

October 3, 2016: Women's Championship Main Event on Raw

On October 3, 2016, Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks competed in a Women's Championship match that main-evented Raw, marking the third time a Women's Championship match has main-evented Raw.

October 2016: First Woman to Headline WWE PPV Event

In October 2016, Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks became the first women to headline a WWE pay-per-view event.

2016: WWE Draft 2016

As part of the 2016 WWE draft, Charlotte Flair was drafted to the Raw brand in 2016.

2016: Woman of the Year

In 2016, Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) readers voted Charlotte Flair as Woman of the Year and Top Female Professional Wrestler.

January 29, 2017: Retains Raw Women's Championship

On January 29, 2017, at the Royal Rumble, Charlotte Flair retained the Raw Women's Championship over Bayley.

April 11, 2017: Moved to SmackDown Brand

On April 11, 2017, Charlotte Flair was moved to the SmackDown brand as part of the Superstar Shake-up.

May 2, 2017: Aligned with Becky Lynch and Naomi

On May 2, 2017, on Smackdown, Charlotte Flair aligned with Becky Lynch and Naomi against The Welcoming Committee, turning face in the process.

December 7, 2017: Film Debut on Psych: The Movie

On December 7, 2017, Charlotte Fliehr made her film debut on Psych: The Movie, where she played Heather Rockrear.

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March 11, 2018: Retained the SmackDown Women's Championship

On March 11, 2018, at Fastlane, Charlotte Flair defeated Ruby Riott to retain the SmackDown Women's Championship and was subsequently challenged by Royal Rumble winner Asuka.

2019: WrestleMania 35 Main Event

At WrestleMania 35 in 2019, Charlotte Flair's match with Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey was the first women's match to headline WWE's flagship event.

2019: Drafted to Raw Brand

In 2019, as part of the draft, Charlotte Flair was drafted to the Raw brand.

January 26, 2020: Won the Royal Rumble

On January 26, 2020, at the Royal Rumble pay-per-view, Charlotte Flair won the annual Royal Rumble match by lastly eliminating Shayna Baszler.

2020: Royal Rumble Winner

In 2020, Charlotte Flair won the Royal Rumble match.

January 31, 2021: Lost WWE Women's Tag Team Championship

On January 31, 2021, Charlotte Flair and Asuka lost the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship back to Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler at the Royal Rumble due to interference from Ric Flair and Lacey Evans.

2021: Guest Appearance on Punky Brewster

In 2021, Charlotte Fliehr made a guest appearance on Punky Brewster as her wrestling persona alongside fellow professional wrestler Alexa Bliss.

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January 29, 2022: Eliminated from the Women's Royal Rumble Match

On January 29, 2022, Charlotte Flair entered the Women's Royal Rumble match, being the last woman eliminated by the returning Ronda Rousey.

October 12, 2022: Collaboration with Rockford Collection

On October 12, 2022, Charlotte Fliehr collaborated with jewelry brand Rockford Collection, as they released a new line of designer rings named Eminence.

May 14, 2024: Cast in Indie Horror Film

On May 14, 2024, it was reported that Charlotte Fliehr was cast in an indie horror film named You Lose You Die, where she would portray the character of "Ms. Perfect".

February 1, 2025: Won the Women's Royal Rumble Match

On February 1, 2025, Charlotte Flair returned from injury at the Royal Rumble and won the Women's Royal Rumble match for the second time by lastly eliminating Roxanne Perez.