Early Life and Education of Roman Reigns: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Roman Reigns, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Leati Joseph Anoaʻi, known as Roman Reigns, is a professional wrestler and former football player signed to WWE since 2010. Performing on the Raw brand, he is considered one of the best wrestlers globally. Reigns holds the record for the longest WWE Universal Championship reign at 1,316 days, which is the fourth-longest world title reign in WWE history. This is also the longest championship reign recognized by WWE since 1988, marking a significant achievement in his wrestling career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

May 25, 1985: Leati Joseph Anoaʻi Born

On May 25, 1985, Leati Joseph Anoaʻi, who is better known as Roman Reigns, was born. He is an American professional wrestler, actor, and former football player. He is currently signed to WWE.

2005: Met Galina Becker

In early 2005, while studying at Georgia Institute of Technology, Roman Anoaʻi met and began dating Galina Becker.

May 2007: Signed by Minnesota Vikings and Diagnosed with Leukemia

In May 2007, Anoaʻi was signed by the Minnesota Vikings but was released later that month after being diagnosed with leukemia.

December 2007: Birth of First Child

In December 2007, Roman Anoaʻi and Galina Becker welcomed their first child, a daughter.

2007: Diagnosed with Leukemia

In 2007, Roman Anoaʻi was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia during his American Football career.

June 2014: Appearance in PSA

In June 2014, Roman Anoaʻi's daughter appeared with him in a Public Service Announcement (PSA).

December 2014: Marriage to Galina Becker

In December 2014, Roman Anoaʻi married Galina Becker, and they reside in Tampa, Florida.

2014: Heel Turn

In 2014, after a five-month hiatus, Roman Reigns returned at SummerSlam and aligned himself with Paul Heyman on SmackDown, turning heel for the first time since 2014.

November 2016: Birth of Twin Sons

In November 2016, Roman Anoaʻi and Galina Becker had twin sons.

2018: Publicly Shared Leukemia Diagnosis

In 2018, Roman Anoaʻi shared that he had been living with chronic myeloid leukemia, which he was diagnosed with in 2007.

February 25, 2019: Reigns returns to Raw

On February 25, 2019, Roman Reigns returned to Raw, announcing his leukemia was in remission, and reunited with Rollins and Ambrose to fend off an attack.