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 a prominent American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, where she performs on the SmackDown brand. She is one of the most decorated women in WWE history, holding multiple championships across Raw, SmackDown, and NXT. Flair's in-ring prowess, athletic ability, and character work have made her a central figure in the women's evolution in professional wrestling.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1993: First Professional Wrestling Appearance

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

2000: WCW Appearances

In 2000, Charlotte Flair appeared alongside her father in WCW as part of his feud with Vince Russo and her half-brother David, including an invasion vignette at the Flair family home on May 15.

May 17, 2012: WWE Developmental Contract Signing

On May 17, 2012, Charlotte Flair signed a developmental contract with WWE and began training under Lodi in North Carolina before joining NXT in Tampa, Florida.

2012: WWE Training

In 2012, Charlotte Flair began training with WWE.

July 17, 2013: NXT Singles Match Debut

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

January 22, 2014: NXT Return from Injury

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

2014: NXT Heel Turn

Charlotte's villainous turn in January 2016 on the main roster marked her first heel turn since 2014 in NXT.

2014: PWI Rookie of the Year

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

January 21, 2015: NXT Championship Rematch

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

July 13, 2015: Main Roster Debut

On July 13, 2015, Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch, and Sasha Banks made their debut on the main roster after Stephanie McMahon called for a "revolution" in the Divas division on Raw.

2015: WWE Main Roster Promotion

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

January 4, 2016: Villainous Turn

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

April 11, 2016: Title Defense Against Natalya

On April 11, 2016, Charlotte Flair successfully defended the title against Natalya on the episode of Raw.

October 3, 2016: WWE Championship Main Event

On October 3, 2016, almost 12 years later, Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks main-evented Raw for a Women's Championship match, marking the third time this had occurred.

October 2016: First Woman to Headline a WWE Pay-Per-View Event

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

2016: WWE Draft

In 2016, Charlotte Flair was drafted to the Raw brand as part of the WWE draft.

January 29, 2017: Royal Rumble Title Defense

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

April 11, 2017: Moved to SmackDown brand as part of the Superstar Shake-up

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 herself with Becky Lynch and Naomi against The Welcoming Committee, marking a face turn in her career.

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

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

March 11, 2018: Defeated Ruby Riott to retain the SmackDown Women's Championship

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

2019: WrestleMania 35 Headliner

In 2019, Charlotte Flair's match with Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey at WrestleMania 35 was the first time that a women's match had headlined WWE's flagship event.

2019: Drafted to Raw brand

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

January 26, 2020: Won the Royal Rumble match

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 the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship

On January 31, 2021, Charlotte Flair and Asuka lost the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship 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's persona alongside fellow professional wrestler Alexa Bliss.

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January 29, 2022: Eliminated in the Women's Royal Rumble match

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

October 12, 2022: Collaboration with Rockford Collection

On October 12, 2022, Charlotte Fliehr collaborated with jewellery brand Rockford Collection, releasing a new line of designer rings named Eminence.

May 14, 2024: Cast in You Lose You Die

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