History of Rhea Ripley in Timeline

Rhea Ripley, born Demi Bennett, is an Australian professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, performing on the Raw brand. A highly regarded female wrestler, she is a two-time Women's World Champion and a one-time WWE Raw Women's Champion. Her first reign as Women's World Champion is tied with Bayley as the longest in the title's history at 380 days, showcasing her dominance and impact in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

October 1996: Demi Bennett Born

In October 1996, Demi Bennett was born. She is now known as Rhea Ripley.

June 2013: Riot City Wrestling Debut

In June 2013, at the age of 16, Demi Bennett debuted in Riot City Wrestling on June 22.

2013: Independent Circuit Career

Since 2013, Rhea Ripley competed on the independent circuit under her real name, Demi Bennett.

May 2014: New Horizon Pro Wrestling Debut

In May 2014, Demi Bennett made her New Horizon Pro Wrestling debut on May 24 during the opening night of the NHPW Global Conflict, joining the Global Conflict Tournament.

June 2014: MCW Debut and RCW Women's Title Defense

On June 2014, Demi Bennett made her Melbourne City Wrestling debut at MCW New Horizons, where she defended the RCW Women's Championship in a three-way match.

June 2015: End of Japan Tour

In June 2015, Rhea Ripley wrestled the last match of her tour in Japan on June 23, defeating Konami in a bout for Reina in Tokyo.

April 2017: Final RCW Match

In April 2017, Demi Bennett wrestled her last RCW match at RCW Strength, successfully defending the RCW Women's Championship against Kellyanne.

July 2017: Rhea Ripley Signed with WWE

In July 2017, Demi Bennett signed with WWE. She now performs on the Raw brand under the ring name Rhea Ripley.

October 2017: NXT Television Debut

On October 25, 2017, Rhea Ripley made her NXT television debut, participating in a battle royal to determine a contender for the NXT Women's Championship.

2017: Joined WWE and Mae Young Classic

In 2017, Rhea Ripley joined WWE and participated in the inaugural Mae Young Classic tournament.

August 2018: Inaugural NXT UK Women's Champion

In August 2018, Rhea Ripley became the inaugural NXT UK Women's Champion.

2018: Mae Young Classic Appearance

In 2018, Rhea Ripley competed in the Mae Young Classic, showcasing a new aggressive attitude and reaching the semi-finals.

2018: Joined NXT UK Brand and Championship Win

In 2018, Rhea Ripley joined the NXT UK brand and won the inaugural NXT UK Women's Championship, becoming the first female Australian champion in WWE history.

January 2019: Lost NXT UK Women's Title

On January 12, 2019, at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool, Rhea Ripley lost the NXT UK Women's Championship to Toni Storm.

August 2019: NXT Return and Confrontation with Shayna Baszler

On August 28, 2019, Rhea Ripley made her surprise return to NXT, confronting NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler.

October 2019: Final Match in NXT UK

In October 2019, Rhea Ripley wrestled her last match in NXT UK on October 5, defeating Nina Samuels.

2019: NXT Run Begins

In 2019, Rhea Ripley started her run on the NXT brand.

January 2020: NXT Women's Championship Win

On December 18, 2019, Rhea Ripley defeated Shayna Baszler to win the NXT Women's Championship, marking her as the first person to hold both the NXT Women's and NXT UK Women's Championships; She defended the title against Toni Storm in January 2020 at Worlds Collide.

February 2020: Raw Appearance and WrestleMania Challenge

In February 2020, Rhea Ripley appeared on Raw, confronting Royal Rumble winner Charlotte Flair and suggesting Flair challenge her for the NXT Women's Championship at WrestleMania 36.

January 2021: Final Match in NXT and Royal Rumble Appearance

In January 2021, Rhea Ripley had her final match in NXT at New Year's Evil, losing to Raquel González; she then appeared at Royal Rumble on January 31, entering at number 14 and being the last competitor eliminated.

2021: NXT Run Ends

In 2021, Rhea Ripley finished her run on the NXT brand.

January 2022: End of Partnership with Nikki A.S.H.

On January 10, 2022, Rhea Ripley's partnership with Nikki A. S. H. ended when A. S. H. attacked Ripley on Raw. Later, at Royal Rumble on January 29, Ripley entered at number 16.

May 2022: First Pinfall Loss

In May 2022, Rhea Ripley suffered her first pinfall loss since May during a match.

2022: Relationship with Matthew Adams

As of 2022, Rhea Ripley has been in a relationship with fellow Australian wrestler Matthew Adams, known professionally as Buddy Matthews.

2022: Joined The Judgment Day on Raw

In 2022, Rhea Ripley was promoted to the main roster on Raw and joined The Judgment Day.

January 2023: Won Women's Royal Rumble

At the Royal Rumble on January 28, 2023, Rhea Ripley won the women's Royal Rumble match as the first entrant, last eliminating Liv Morgan and setting a record for the longest time spent in a women's Royal Rumble match at 1:01:08.

August 2023: Engagement to Matthew Adams

In August 2023, Rhea Ripley (Bennett) and Matthew Adams (Buddy Matthews) got engaged.

January 2024: Retained Women's World Championship at Day 1

On January 1, 2024, at Day 1, Rhea Ripley defeated Ivy Nile to retain the Women's World Championship.

June 2024: Marriage to Matthew Adams

In June 2024, Rhea Ripley and Matthew Adams married.

January 2025: Women's World Championship Win and Title Defense

In January 2025, Rhea Ripley defeated Morgan on the Raw premiere on Netflix to win the Women's World Championship for the second time. Later in January 2025, she successfully defended the title against Jax at Saturday Night's Main Event.