joe hennig

Adaptable and an unbeatable fan favourite, Joe Hanning is one of wrestling’s most beloved stars. Perhaps best known for his time with the WWE as Curtis Axel, Hanning helped shape some of the theatrical sports most enduring and entertaining matches. Hennig has held several accolades throughout his illustrious career, including the FCW Florida Heavyweight Champion and the FCW Florida Tag Team Champion titles. A legacy fighter, Hennig was raised by his WWE, WCW and AWA Superstar father “Mr Perfect” Curt Hennig. It didn’t take long for Hennig to catch the wrestling bug and follow in his fathers and grandfathers Larry “The Ax” Hennig’s footsteps. During his remarkable tenure on our screens, Hennig has put his life and soul into his time on Smackdown and NXT, amongst others.

Champion and all-round hero, Hennig shone on the WWE stage. Debuting on The Nexus as Michael McGillicutty, Hennig reigned as the WWE Tag Team Championship alongside Otunga. From there, he would shine as Curtis Axel and deliver outstanding showmanship in the ring. Hennig has held the WWE Intercontinental Championship and WWE Raw Tag Team Championship titles during his tenure with the company. With impressive wins over the likes of John Cena, Triple H and Chris Jericho, Hennig shone brightly on the wrestling stage.

Famously shaking off the ring dust with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to prepare him for his return to the WWE Universe, Hennig showcased his incredible skill in the ring. A sensational performer and athlete like no other, Hennig is one of the most capable and positive role models around. Now a free agent, Hennig’s next chapter is sure to be full of surprise twists and turns as he takes on his next challenge.