Last updated
    Alexa Bliss

    Alexa Bliss

    United States flagUnited States
    Celebrity

    professional wrestler

    Also known as: Alexis Cabrera, Alexis Kaufman

    Birthday

    August 9, 1991

    Birth Sign

    Leo

    Birthplace

    Columbus, Ohio, USA

    Age

    35 years old

    Height

    5 ft 1 in (155 cm)

    About

    Alexa Bliss is an American professional wrestler and television personality, best known for her time in WWE on the SmackDown brand. Born Alexis Cabrera (née Kaufman) in Columbus, Ohio, she has become one of the most decorated women in WWE history. Bliss is the second Women's Triple Crown Champion and the first woman to hold both the Raw and SmackDown Women's Championships. She has won the Raw Women's Championship three times, the SmackDown Women's Championship twice, and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship twice with Nikki Cross. In 2018, she made history by winning the second women's Money in the Bank ladder match and the first women's Elimination Chamber match.

    Beyond wrestling, Bliss has appeared on reality TV as a main cast member on Total Divas and as a contestant on The Masked Singer. Known for her cunning "Goddess" persona and sharp mic skills, she has built a loyal fanbase called the "Bliss Army." As of 2026, she remains active on SmackDown, continuing to evolve her character and inspire fans with her journey from bodybuilding to championship glory.

    Early Life & Background

    Alexa Bliss grew up in Columbus, Ohio, where she was a competitive cheerleader and dancer, training in ballet, jazz, and tap for ten years. Her family moved to Kansas, and she graduated from Olathe Northwest High School in 2009. She briefly attended Johnson County Community College and later the University of Akron, but did not complete a degree. As a teenager, Bliss battled a severe eating disorder. To regain control of her health, she took up bodybuilding, eventually competing in the Arnold Classic and other competitions. Her bodybuilding success caught the attention of WWE, and she signed with the company in 2013, reporting to the WWE Performance Center in Orlando.

    Career Growth

    Bliss debuted in NXT in 2014 as a valet for Blake and Murphy, but a shoulder injury sidelined her in 2014. She returned in 2015 and was drafted to SmackDown in 2016. At TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs on December 4, 2016, she defeated Becky Lynch to win the SmackDown Women's Championship for the first time, becoming the first woman to hold that title twice after regaining it in February 2017. Moved to Raw in the 2017 Superstar Shake-up, she beat Bayley at Payback on April 30, 2017, to win the Raw Women's Championship, making her the first woman to hold both titles. She held the Raw title three times, with her third reign starting after winning the first women's Elimination Chamber match in February 2018. That June, she won the second women's Money in the Bank ladder match. In 2019, she teamed with Nikki Cross, winning the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship twice. After a feud with The Fiend in 2020-2021, she took a hiatus in 2023 and returned in January 2024, resuming her role on SmackDown.

    Career Timeline

    2013Signed with WWE and reported to the Performance Center.
    2014Debuted in NXT as a valet for Blake and Murphy.
    2015Returned from shoulder injury later in the year.
    2016Drafted to SmackDown; won SmackDown Women's Championship (Dec 4).
    2017Moved to Raw; won Raw Women's Championship (Apr 30); became first woman to hold both titles.
    2018Won Women's Elimination Chamber (Feb 25) and Women's Money in the Bank (Jun 17).
    2019Formed tag team with Nikki Cross; won Women's Tag Team Championship (Aug 5).
    2020Won Women's Tag Team Championship again (Jan 26); feuded with The Fiend.
    2021Competed in Royal Rumble; adopted darker persona.
    2022Drafted to SmackDown; competed on The Masked Singer.
    2023Took hiatus from WWE.
    2024Returned to WWE in January.

    Public Image & Style

    Bliss is known for her "Goddess" persona, glamorous, confident, and cunning, often wearing sparkly ring attire and heavy makeup. She is a skilled promo cutter, using sarcasm and psychological manipulation as a heel. Her fanbase, the "Bliss Army," frequently chants her name during matches. On social media, she shares behind-the-scenes content and interacts playfully with fans. Her merchandise, including t-shirts and hats, is popular among WWE audiences. In 2020, she transitioned to a face role, showing a more vulnerable side that connected with fans.

    Fame & Fandom

    The audience that follows Alexa Bliss operates less like a structured organization and more like a decentralized digital collective, united by her rapid character shifts from the polished "Goddess" to the terrifying "Fiend." While often called the "Bliss Army" in casual conversation, the official iFANN documentation identifies this group simply as the "Blissful," a moniker reflecting their devotion to her chaotic evolution. These fans thrive on her social media transparency, reacting viscerally to raw updates about career-threatening injuries, such as the gruesome elbow trauma she sustained in mid-2026, which sparked immediate global concern before her triumphant return alongside Tatum Paxley and Randy Orton. The community bonds over shared inside jokes regarding her Ohio roots and her love for reruns of The Office, creating an intimate atmosphere despite her massive global reach. This organic connection has propelled her into the upper echelons of celebrity status within the wrestling world, where her influence is measured not just by ticket sales but by cultural resonance. According to the latest data tracking global attention across media coverage, search trends, and consumption signals worldwide, Alexa Bliss is the 33rd most famous person in Pro Wrestling, a position she holds steady against a competitive field. This placement underscores her enduring relevance as one of the few female superstars to successfully navigate multiple eras of the industry while maintaining a distinct, high-profile identity.

    Interesting Facts and Legends

    Before stepping into the squared circle, Alexa Bliss competed as a bodybuilder at the 2013 Arnold Classic. She manages a pacemaker due to a diagnosis of tachycardia, a condition that requires careful monitoring during high-intensity matches. Her ring name is a creative fusion, taking "Alexa" from the TV show The Flash and "Bliss" from the band The Bliss. In 2012, she served as a cheerleader for the Kansas City Chiefs, showcasing her early athletic background. A dedicated dog owner, she cares for a French Bulldog named Lola and bears a tattoo of the Twenty One Pilots logo. Despite persistent rumors, she never completed her degree in sports medicine. Her signature catchphrase remains "This is my moment." Beyond these established facts, a legendary chapter of her recent career involves the dramatic events of July 2026, when she posted graphic images of a severe elbow injury inflicted by Jade Cargill. Fans still retell the story of her recovery and subsequent return in August 2026, where she re-entered the ring alongside Randy Orton to help Charlotte Flair defeat Cargill, cementing a new alliance in WWE history.

    Notable Quotes

    I'm not just a woman in WWE. I'm a goddess.
    This is my moment. And I'm going to take it.
    I've been through so much in my life. I had an eating disorder, I had body issues, I had anxiety. But I used that to fuel my fire.
    I'm not a damsel in distress. I'm the one causing the distress.
    The only person who can stop me is me.

    Family & Personal Life

    Bliss was born to parents Randy and Bobbi Kaufman in Columbus, Ohio. She has a younger brother named Jason. In 2022, she married musician Ryan Cabrera, and the couple resides in Los Angeles with their French Bulldog, Lola. They have no children as of 2026. Bliss has spoken publicly about her parents' support during her eating disorder recovery.

    Notable Connections

    Bliss has been closely associated with Nikki Cross as her tag team partner from 2019 to 2020. She also worked with Blake and Murphy as a valet in NXT. Her feuds with Becky Lynch, Bayley, and Sasha Banks defined the women's division from 2016 to 2018. She had a notable storyline with The Fiend (Bray Wyatt) in 2020-2021. Her husband, musician Ryan Cabrera, is also frequently mentioned in her personal life.

    Relationships & Dating History

    As of 2026:Marriedto Ryan Cabrera

    Bliss dated fellow WWE wrestler Matt Hardy from 2016 to 2018; the relationship ended amicably. In 2020, she met musician Ryan Cabrera through mutual friends, and they got engaged in November 2021. They married on April 9, 2022, in a ceremony in Los Angeles. As of 2026, Bliss and Cabrera remain married with no children.

    • DatedMatt Hardy2016 - 2018Met through WWE; ended amicably.
    • MarriedRyan Cabrera2022 - presentCurrentMet in 2020 through mutual friends; married April 9, 2022; no children.

    Salary, Net Worth In 2026

    $3.5 Million

    iFANN Editorial Team estimate

    Per iFANN's editorial analysis, Alexa Bliss's net worth stands at $3.5 Million. Her financial foundation rests on a lucrative WWE contract that provides a base salary ranging from $250,000 to $500,000 annually, supplemented by pay-per-view bonuses. She generates significant revenue through brand partnerships with Bodybuilding.com, Monster Energy, and JBL. Appearances on reality television series Total Divas and The Masked Singer have contributed an estimated $50,000 to $100,000 per episode to her earnings. Her substantial social media presence, boasting 4.2 million followers on Instagram, drives sponsorship deals valued between $10,000 and $20,000 per post. Additional income flows through royalty payments from WWE merchandise sales. To date, there is no public record of her engaging in separate business ventures or real estate investments.

    Awards Won (9)

    Alexa Bliss has won a total of seven WWE championships: the Raw Women's Championship three times, the SmackDown Women's Championship twice, and the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship twice. She also won the Women's Money in the Bank ladder match and the Women's Elimination Chamber match, both in 2018. She is the second Women's Triple Crown Champion in WWE history.

    2017 · Championship

    WWE SmackDown

    Won

    2016 · Championship

    WWE SmackDown

    Won

    2018 · Championship

    WWE Raw

    Won

    2017 · Championship

    WWE Raw

    Won

    2017 · Championship

    WWE Raw

    Won
    View all 22 awards, honours and achievements

    Known For

    Raw Women's Championship

    2017 · Champion

    SmackDown Women's Championship

    2016 · Champion

    WWE Women's Tag Team Championship

    2019 · Champion (with Nikki Cross)

    Women's Money in the Bank

    2018 · Winner

    Women's Elimination Chamber

    2018 · Winner

    Keywords

    Alexa BlissWWEprofessional wrestlerSmackDownwomen's championTotal DivasThe Masked Singerbodybuilder

    Quick Facts

    Profession
    professional wrestler
    Born
    August 9, 1991
    Birthplace
    Columbus, Ohio, USA
    Gender
    Female
    Spouse
    Ryan Cabrera
    Birth Sign
    Leo
    Height
    5 ft 1 in (155 cm)
    Net Worth
    $3.5 Million
    Championships
    7

    Personal Details

    Full Name
    Alexis Cabrera (née Kaufman)
    Height
    5 ft 1 in (155 cm)
    Spouse
    Ryan Cabrera
    Education
    Olathe Northwest High School; Johnson County Community College; University of Akron (no degree)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Alexa Bliss married?
    Yes, Alexa Bliss married musician Ryan Cabrera on April 9, 2022. They are still together as of 2026.
    What is Alexa Bliss's net worth in 2026?
    Alexa Bliss's net worth is estimated at $3.5 million as of 2026, primarily from her WWE salary, endorsements, and reality TV appearances.
    How old is Alexa Bliss?
    Alexa Bliss was born on August 9, 1991, making her 34 years old as of 2026.
    Does Alexa Bliss have children?
    As of 2026, Alexa Bliss does not have any children. She is married to Ryan Cabrera but they have no children together.
    What is Alexa Bliss's real name?
    Alexa Bliss's real name is Alexis Cabrera (née Kaufman). She was born Alexis Kaufman in Columbus, Ohio.

    Join the community

    fans discussing