Challenges in the Life of Triple H in a Detailed Timeline

Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Triple H. A timeline of obstacles and growth.

Paul Michael Levesque, famously known as Triple H, is an American business executive and former professional wrestler. Currently, he holds the position of Chief Content Officer at WWE. His wrestling career saw him achieve considerable success, marked by numerous championships and main event appearances. He is a prominent figure in the wrestling industry, transitioning from in-ring performer to a key leadership role within WWE's corporate structure.

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

June 1, 1996: Match Against Marty Garner

On June 1, 1996, Hunter wrestled Marty Garner on Superstars, during which Garner was injured when he mistook the Pedigree for a double underhook suplex.

1996: Career Stalled

After being highly promoted, Helmsley's career stalled during 1996, beginning with a feud against Duke "The Dumpster" Droese.

1996: King of the Ring Loss

In 1996, Triple H was rumored to win King of the Ring but "Stone Cold" Steve Austin was awarded the victory instead.

May 21, 2001: Triple H suffers a legitimate quadriceps tear

On May 21, 2001, during a match for the WWF Tag Team Championship, Triple H suffered a legitimate tear in his left quadriceps muscle, requiring surgery and sidelining him for over eight months.

January 29, 2006: Triple H fails to win the Royal Rumble

On January 29, 2006, Triple H failed to win the Royal Rumble match.

January 7, 2007: Triple H tears his right quadriceps muscle at New Year's Revolution

On January 7, 2007, at New Year's Revolution, Triple H suffered a legitimate torn right quadriceps muscle during a match with Rated-RKO, resulting in a no contest.

January 25, 2009: Royal Rumble Elimination

On January 25, 2009, Triple H entered the Royal Rumble as the seventh entrant but was ultimately eliminated last by Randy Orton.

2009: Feud with Randy Orton and The Legacy

In 2009, Triple H's feud with Randy Orton intensified after Orton attacked Stephanie and Shane McMahon. Triple H teamed with Shane McMahon and Batista to face Orton and The Legacy. He lost a Three Stages of Hell match and a triple threat match involving John Cena for the title.

February 21, 2011: Return and challenge to The Undertaker

On February 21, 2011, Triple H returned to Raw, interrupting The Undertaker's return and challenging him to a match at WrestleMania XXVII.

January 30, 2012: Return to evaluate Laurinaitis and Undertaker rematch challenge

On January 30, 2012, Triple H returned on Raw SuperShow to evaluate Laurinaitis. Before he could announce the decision, he was interrupted by the returning Undertaker who challenged Triple H to a match at Wrestlemania.

February 25, 2013: Brawl with Brock Lesnar

On February 25, 2013, Triple H returned on Raw, brawling with Brock Lesnar after Lesnar attempted to attack Mr. McMahon, resulting in Lesnar needing 18 stitches.

April 6, 2014: Loss to Daniel Bryan at WrestleMania XXX

On April 6, 2014, at WrestleMania XXX, Triple H lost to Daniel Bryan, allowing Bryan to participate in the WWE World Heavyweight Championship match, which Bryan won.

November 2015: Alliance with Sheamus and Injury Angle

In November 2015, The Authority, led by Triple H, aligned with Sheamus after Rollins suffered a knee injury. After Sheamus defeated Reigns at TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs on December 13, Reigns viciously attacked Triple H, resulting in a storyline injury that took him off television.

April 2, 2017: Loss to Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 33

On April 2, 2017, Triple H lost to Seth Rollins in a "non-sanctioned match" at WrestleMania 33, concluding their feud.

April 8, 2018: Loss to Ronda Rousey and Kurt Angle at WrestleMania 34

On April 8, 2018, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon lost to Kurt Angle and Ronda Rousey in a mixed tag match at WrestleMania 34, after Stephanie submitted to Rousey's armbar.

September 2021: Hospitalization due to cardiac event

In September 2021, Triple H was hospitalized following a "cardiac event" caused by a genetic heart issue, leading to a procedure at Yale New Haven Hospital.