The WWE Women's World Champion and the AEW star have officially become husband and wife, announcing the exciting news through a social media page on June 26.
- Jun 28, 2024
AceShowbiz - Australian WWE Superstar Rhea Ripley and fellow wrestler Buddy Matthews have exchanged vows in a Gothic-themed wedding ceremony on June 23rd, 2024. The couple took to Instagram to share the news, posting a photo of them kissing at the altar.
Ripley stunned in a black strapless dress with red and white flowers, while Matthews looked dapper in an all-black suit. The ceremony featured a large neon sign that read "Til Death," which the couple used as the caption for their post.
The wedding occurred during both wrestlers' absences from television. Ripley relinquished her Women's World Championship in April due to a shoulder injury, while Matthews' knee injury during a post-match beatdown was a storyline to provide him with time off for the event.
The couple announced their engagement in August 2023 during a vacation in Florida. Ripley described their relationship as supportive, with Matthews encouraging her growth in the wrestling industry.
Ripley, a rising star in pro wrestling, held the Women's World Championship for a record-breaking 379 days. She is known for her hardcore matches and was the sole female member of the Judgement Day stable before her injury.
Matthews, previously known as "Buddy Murphy" in WWE, debuted in AEW as a member of the House of Black faction in 2022. The group captured the AEW World Trios Championship in March 2023.
The wedding was met with congratulations from fellow WWE stars such as Bianca Belair, Dominik Mysterio and Samantha Irvin. The couple's union marks a significant milestone in the wrestling world, bringing together two talented and beloved performers.
