Joe Hendry

Joe Samuel Hendry is a Scottish professional wrestler signed to WWE, performing on Raw. A former amateur wrestling champion who represented Scotland at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Hendry blends technical prowess with showmanship, often writing and performing his own entrance music. He made history in 2025 as the first TNA World Champion to enter the Royal Rumble and compete at WrestleMania, later signing with WWE and capturing the NXT Championship.

Hendry first turned heads in Insane Championship Wrestling (ICW) from 2013 to 2019, where his parody entrance songs and charisma made him a fan favorite. He debuted in Impact Wrestling in 2018 and returned in 2022, eventually winning the TNA World Championship. Through a partnership between TNA and WWE, Hendry crossed over to NXT in 2024, gaining viral momentum with the chant “I Believe in Joe Hendry.” By November 2025, he was a full-time WWE signee and NXT Champion.

His amateur wrestling credentials include British Senior National titles in both freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, as well as an English Senior Championship gold. This foundation gives his in-ring work a grounded, competitive edge that sets him apart from many of his peers. As of 2026, Hendry continues to perform on Raw, with his musical and athletic background shaping a distinctive career. [edit]

Long before stepping into a wrestling ring, Hendry was a musician. He spent ten years as the lead singer of the band Lost in Audio, which came close to signing a deal with Sony Music. That musical training would later become a signature part of his wrestling character.

At the same time, he pursued amateur wrestling at a high level. He won the British Senior National Championship in freestyle wrestling at 97 kg in 2017, held in Nottingham. The following year, he added the Greco-Roman British Senior National title, won in Manchester, and an English Senior Championship gold. In 2018, he represented Scotland at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, Australia, in freestyle wrestling.

Hendry trained for professional wrestling under a roster of respected coaches: Ace Steel, Killian Dain, Mikey Whiplash, Robbie Brookside, Marty Jones, and Terry Taylor. He made his pro debut on October 12, 2013, at an ICW event in Glasgow. He attended Heriot-Watt University, earning a Master of Arts degree. [edit]

Hendry's professional wrestling career began in ICW, where he was known as the “Local Hero.” He quickly stood out by writing and performing his own entrance music, often parodying famous songs to mock opponents, a practice that became his trademark. He debuted in Impact Wrestling in 2018 and returned to the company in 2022.

The turning point came in 2024. Through a working partnership between TNA (formerly Impact) and WWE, Hendry appeared on NXT as a surprise tag team partner for Trick Williams. The crowd erupted with the chant “I Believe in Joe Hendry,” which went viral across social media. In 2025, he won the TNA World Championship, becoming the first TNA champion to enter the Royal Rumble and compete at WrestleMania 41, where he answered Randy Orton's open challenge to a thunderous ovation. He signed with WWE in November 2025 and quickly won the NXT Championship. He also held the TNA Digital Media Championship earlier in his career.

As of 2026, Hendry performs on WWE Raw. His matches continue to blend his amateur wrestling background with the theatrical entrances that made him famous. He appeared helping The Street Profits capture the Tag Team Championship on the June 22, 2026 Raw. In a June 2026 interview with Chris Van Vliet, he discussed learning from Triple H on the main roster. [edit]

Hendry is known for his flamboyant ring entrances and self-produced parody songs, a direct result of his musical background. As a face, he is charismatic and humorous, often engaging the crowd with call-and-response chants. His signature move is the “Standing Ovation.”

The fanbase rallied behind the viral “I Believe in Joe Hendry” campaign in 2024, with chants becoming a fixture at NXT and TNA events. Media and fans alike praise his creativity and authenticity, seeing him as a rare blend of entertainer and athlete. He is also known by the nicknames “The Prestigious One” and “The King of the Entrances.” No official fandom name has been established. [edit]

Joe Hendry has cultivated a fanbase that is less a formal club and more a collective of music lovers who treat his ring entrances as live concerts. His supporters are defined by the chant "Say His Name and He Appears," a rallying cry that serves as both a summoning ritual and a celebration of his unique gimmick. This community mobilized with remarkable efficiency to drive his self-written anthem, "The King Is Here," into the UK Singles Chart, proving their ability to translate online enthusiasm into real-world commercial success. Their loyalty is fierce, often turning WWE segments into musical events where the crowd sings along, though this polarizing approach has also sparked intense debate when the reception turns hostile, such as during the infamous Danhausen concert bombing in July 2026. The legend of Ryan Garcia attacking Hendry with a guitar on Raw further cemented the chaotic energy his fans have come to expect, creating a narrative that blends sports entertainment with pop culture lore. While no official name exists for this group, their organized streaming efforts and direct engagement via Cameo demonstrate a level of dedication rarely seen in professional wrestling. Joe Hendry is currently the 89th most famous person in Pro Wrestling, a standing confirmed by the Global Fame Rankings, holding steady from the previous cycle.[edit]

Hendry has written and performed his own entrance music and video packages throughout his career, including parodies like Phil Collins' "In the Air Tonight" aimed at James R. Kennedy, an EastEnders theme tune to mock Sha Samuels, and a Limp Bizkit "Rollin'" parody to taunt Wolfgang. Known in ICW as the "Local Hero," he stands 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) tall according to Wikipedia, though WWE lists him at 6 feet 2 inches, with weight listings varying between 230 lb (104 kg) and 252 lb (114 kg). He has feuded with AJ Francis and Nick Nemeth, and in a July 2024 POST Wrestling interview, he stated: "All the struggle was worth it" and "it just feels like now my stuff has started to gain traction." A legendary moment occurred in early 2024 when fans drove his song "The King Is Here" to number 10 on the UK Official Singles Chart, marking a rare victory for a wrestler entering the mainstream charts. Another iconic event took place on August 10, 2026, when he performed "Give Joe Hendry Every Single Belt" on Raw, institutionalizing his concerts as a recurring feature. Folklore also surrounds a canceled 2025 Raw segment in Scotland due to logistical issues and a story that he was promised a WrestleMania debut against Randy Orton, which remains a "what could have been" tale among devoted followers.[edit]

Hendry was born on May 1, 1988, in Edinburgh, Scotland, to parents whose names are not publicly documented. He has not shared details about siblings. He currently resides in the United States for his WWE commitments. [edit]

Hendry trained under Ace Steel, Killian Dain, Mikey Whiplash, Robbie Brookside, Marty Jones, and Terry Taylor. He has feuded with James R. Kennedy, Sha Samuels, Wolfgang, AJ Francis, and Nick Nemeth. He teamed with Trick Williams on NXT in 2024 and faced Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41. [edit]

Joe Hendry has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationships. As of 2026, no credible sources report a dating history, marriage, or children. [edit]

As of 2026, no credible net worth estimates from major financial outlets are publicly available for Joe Hendry. His annual WWE salary is estimated to be in the range of $100,000–$300,000 per year, typical for developmental and mid-card talents, but no verified figure exists. Wealth sources include his WWE contract, independent wrestling bookings, merchandise sales, and music-related income from his band Lost in Audio. His net worth has grown significantly since his viral breakthrough in 2024 and his WWE signing in 2025, though exact figures remain speculative. Per iFANN's editorial analysis, Joe Hendry's current net worth is $500 Thousand.[edit]

Joe Hendry's championship wins include the NXT Championship (2025), TNA World Championship (2025), and TNA Digital Media Championship. In amateur wrestling, he won British Senior National Championships in freestyle (2017) and Greco-Roman (2018), plus an English Senior Championship (2018). He has not won industry awards like Grammys or Emmys. [edit]