Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1994-08-01 (Age: 32)
Place of Birth
Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.
Christian Brigham
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.
Filmography (27)
WWE NXT Homecoming
2025
Chaotic Wrestling: Behind the Birthplace of Stars
2025
WWE Royal Rumble 2025
2025
WWE Crown Jewel
2024
WWE Money in the Bank 2024
2024
WWE Money in the Bank Kickoff 2024
2024
WWE NXT Stand & Deliver 2024
2024Prime Target: The story of Trick Williams vs. Carmelo Hayes
2024
NXT Roadblock 2024
2024
NXT Vengeance Day 2024
2024
WWE Royal Rumble 2024
2024
NXT Halloween Havoc 2023 – Night 2
2023
NXT No Mercy 2023
2023
American Nightmare: Becoming Cody Rhodes
2023
