Christian Brigham
Known For
Acting
Born
1994-08-01 in Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.
Biography
Carmelo Hayes, whose real name is Christian Brigham, is a professional wrestler currently signed to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). He was born on August 1, 1994, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Before signing with WWE, he gained recognition on the independent wrestling circuit under the name Christian Casanova. Hayes made his WWE debut in 2021 on the NXT brand. He is a former two-time NXT North American Champion, which he also has the longest combined reign for. He is also the first Superstar in history to win the Cruiserweight Championship, North American Championship, and NXT Championship in their career. Hayes is known for his charisma, mic skills, and in-ring talent. He is also described as a born champion. In addition, he has declared himself as the true face of NXT. On April 1, 2023, he became the current NXT Champion in his first reign, defeating Bron Breakker.
Most Known For
Raw
as Carmelo Hayes
Raw
WWE NXT
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE NXT
WWE NXT
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Friday Night SmackDown
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Saturday Night's Main Event
WWE Speed
as Carmelo Hayes
The SmackDown LowDown
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Royal Rumble 2025
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Money in the Bank 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
NXT Vengeance Day 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Royal Rumble 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE Crown Jewel
as Carmelo Hayes
NXT Vengeance Day 2024
as Carmelo Hayes
American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes
as Self
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2023
as Carmelo Hayes
NXT In Your House 2022
as Carmelo Hayes
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2024
as Carmelo Hayes