Early Life and Education of Scott Steiner: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 1, 2026

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Scott Steiner. A timeline of key moments.

Scott Steiner, born Scott Rechsteiner, is a renowned American professional wrestler. Known for his intense and muscular physique, Steiner gained fame as one half of the Steiner Brothers tag team alongside his brother Rick. He later achieved significant success as a singles competitor, showcasing his aggressive in-ring style and often controversial persona. His career spanned across various promotions, including WWE, WCW, and TNA, where he secured multiple championships. Steiner is also known for his memorable promos and unique mathematical rants, cementing his place as a memorable and polarizing figure in professional wrestling history.

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

July 29, 1962: Scott Rechsteiner Born

On July 29, 1962, Scott Rechsteiner, who is better known as Scott Steiner, was born.

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1986: NCAA Division I All-American

In 1986, Scott Steiner became an NCAA Division I All-American and placed sixth in the nation during his senior year.

1988: Sale of Mid-Atlantic Promotion

In 1988, the original Mid-Atlantic promotion, owned by Jim Crockett Jr., was sold to Ted Turner.

1997: Physical Transformation

From mid-1997, Scott Steiner underwent noticeable physical changes, such as massively increasing his muscle mass, cutting his signature mullet and growing a goatee.

June 7, 2000: Marriage to Christa Podsedly

On June 7, 2000, Scott Steiner married Christa Podsedly. They have two children together, Brandon and Brock.

January 2001: Joining Ric Flair's Magnificent Seven

In January 2001, Scott Steiner became the centerpiece of Ric Flair's Magnificent Seven stable.

November 2001: Joining World Wrestling All-Stars

In November 2001, after his contract with AOL Time Warner expired, Scott Steiner joined the World Wrestling All-Stars, reuniting with Midajah.

November 2002: Leaving WWA for WWE

In November 2002, Scott Steiner vacated the WWA World Heavyweight Championship and left WWA to join World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

July 2004: Foot Surgery

In July 2004, Scott Steiner underwent foot surgery.

June 3, 2007: Torn Trachea Injury

On June 3, 2007, at a TNA house show in San Juan, Scott Rechsteiner was kicked in the throat by his opponent Apolo, resulting in a torn trachea. He was given five hours to live and was put in an induced coma for two days while doctors repaired the tear.

April 2016: Operated a Shoney's restaurant

From April 2016 until August 2020, Scott Rechsteiner and his wife operated a Shoney's restaurant in Acworth, Georgia.

March 6, 2020: Medical Emergency at Impact! Taping

On March 6, 2020, during an Impact! taping in Atlanta, Scott Reichsteiner collapsed backstage and stopped breathing, requiring his heart to be shocked with a defibrillator. He was then rushed to the hospital and had a heart procedure.

August 2020: Ended operation of Shoney's restaurant

From April 2016 until August 2020, Scott Rechsteiner and his wife operated a Shoney's restaurant in Acworth, Georgia. This operation ended in August of 2020.