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 prominent American professional wrestler, actor, and former football player. Since 2010, he has been signed to WWE, currently performing part-time on the Raw brand. Widely considered one of the best in professional wrestling, Reigns holds the record for the longest WWE Universal Championship reign at 1,316 days. This is the title's longest reign, WWE's fourth-longest world title reign, and the longest championship reign recognized by the company since 1988.

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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, known as Roman Reigns, was born. He is an American professional wrestler, actor, and former football player.

2005: Beginning Relationship with Galina Becker

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

December 2007: Birth of First Child

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

2007: Initial Leukemia Diagnosis

In 2007, Roman Reigns was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia during his football career, which he continues to manage with lifelong oral chemotherapy.

June 2014: Daughter's Appearance in PSA

In June 2014, Roman Reigns' daughter appeared with him in a PSA.

December 2014: Marriage to Galina Becker

In December 2014, Roman Reigns married Galina Becker. They reside in Tampa, Florida.

November 2016: Birth of Twin Sons

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

2018: Public Disclosure of Leukemia Diagnosis

In 2018, Roman Reigns shared that he had been living with chronic myeloid leukemia, an incurable but treatable form of blood cancer.

March 2020: Birth of Second Set of Twin Sons

In March 2020, Roman Reigns and Galina Becker welcomed their second set of twin sons.

2020: Heel Turn

In 2020, Roman Reigns turned heel, marking a significant shift in his character and on-screen persona.

2024: Voting in the 2024 United States presidential election

In 2024, Roman Anoa'i, while registered as a Democrat, voted for Republican president Donald Trump in the United States presidential election, considering himself to be a centrist.