Childhood and Education Journey of LA Knight in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 12, 2025

How education and upbringing influenced the life of LA Knight. A timeline of key moments.

Shaun Edward Ricker, known as LA Knight in WWE's SmackDown brand, is an American professional wrestler and actor. He is signed to WWE, where he performs on the SmackDown brand under the ring name LA Knight.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles

November 1, 1982: Shaun Ricker's Birth

On November 1, 1982, Shaun Edward Ricker, now known as LA Knight, was born. He is an American professional wrestler and actor currently signed with WWE.

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March 17, 2003: Begins Wrestling Training

On March 17, 2003, Shaun Ricker moved to Cincinnati and began training at the age of 20, while supporting himself with work at a lumber mill and a Ruby Tuesday restaurant.

2018: Relationship with Michelle Yavulla

Since 2018, LA Knight has been in a relationship with fitness model Michelle Yavulla. They have two dogs and reside in Orlando, Florida.

March 3, 2023: Growing Popularity

On March 3, 2023, LA Knight noticed his growing popularity when the crowd cheered loudly as his entrance music began upon walking out to confront Drew McIntyre and Sheamus on SmackDown.

August 2023: LA Knight enters program with The Bloodline

In August 2023, following SummerSlam, LA Knight's presentation began to improve when he was elevated to the main event scene and entered a program with Roman Reigns and The Bloodline.