Early Life and Education of Will Ospreay: A Complete Timeline

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Will Ospreay

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Will Ospreay. From birth to education, explore key events.

Will Ospreay is an English professional wrestler currently signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as of November 2023, where he is a former two-time AEW International Champion. He is also known for his eight year tenure with New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW), where he held various championships, including the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship.

May 1993: Birth of William Peter Charles Ospreay

On 7 May 1993, William Peter Charles Ospreay was born in the Havering borough of London.

May 1993: William Ospreay's Birth

On May 1993, William Peter Charles Ospreay was born. This marks the beginning of his life and eventual wrestling career.

2005: Inspiration to Become a Wrestler

In 2005, Will Ospreay decided to become a wrestler after watching a match between AJ Styles, Christopher Daniels, and Samoa Joe at TNA's Unbreakable event.

April 2018: Neck Injury Against Marty Scurll

On April 1, 2018, Will Ospreay suffered a neck injury against Marty Scurll.

2020: G1 Climax Participation and Heel Turn

In 2020, Will Ospreay participated in his second G1 Climax, finishing with twelve points. At night 17 of the G1 Climax in 2020, Ospreay defeated Kazuchika Okada after interference, turning heel, leaving Chaos, and forming a new stable called United Empire.

2023: Relationship with Alex Windsor and AEW signing

In late 2023, Will Ospreay was in a relationship with fellow wrestler Alex Windsor and became the step-father to her son. He signed with AEW, citing his desire to raise his step-son in the United Kingdom as a major reason.

2023: Sporadic RevPro Appearances and AEW Signing Announcement

Throughout 2023, Will Ospreay made sporadic appearances for RevPro, securing victories over Big Damo, Luke Jacobs, and Eddie Dennis. On December 16, at RevPro Uprising, Ospreay defeated Gabe Kidd and announced that February 18, 2024, would be his final RevPro event due to his signing with AEW (All Elite Wrestling).

January 2025: Aid to Kenny Omega on Dynamite

On the January 8, 2025 episode of Dynamite, Will Ospreay came to the aid of Kenny Omega from an attack by the Don Callis Family.