Jey Uso - WWE Superstar and "Main Event" Player
Early Life & Family Heritage
Born Joshua Samuel Fatu on August 22, 1985, in San Francisco, California, Jey Uso is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi (Solofa Fatu Jr.) and Talisua Fuavai-Fatu. A proud member of the legendary Anoa’i wrestling dynasty, Jey’s lineage includes icons like The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Yokozuna. Alongside his identical twin brother, Jimmy Uso, Jey grew up immersed in wrestling, trained by his father from childhood and inspired by the family’s storied legacy
Football Dreams to Wrestling Destiny
Before stepping into the ring, Jey pursued a football career, playing linebacker at the University of West Alabama (2003–2005). However, when his NFL aspirations stalled, he followed his father’s footsteps into wrestling. Trained at the Wild Samoan Training Center and WWE’s developmental territory Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW), Jey debuted in 2007 alongside Jimmy as “The Fatu Twins
The Usos: Redefining Tag Team Excellence
In 2010, Jey and Jimmy adopted the ring name The Usos (meaning “brother” in Samoan) and revolutionized WWE’s tag team division. Managed by cousin Tamina Snuka and Jimmy’s wife Naomi, they became 8-time WWE Tag Team Champions, including a record-breaking 622-day reign as SmackDown Tag Team Champions. Their innovative style, blending high-flying maneuvers with Samoan cultural elements like the Siva Tau war dance, cemented them as one of WWE’s greatest teams
Singles Stardom & Bloodline Saga
While dominating the tag scene, Jey emerged as a solo star during the 2020 feud with cousin Roman Reigns, a rivalry CBS Sports dubbed “Feud of the Year”1. This storyline led to Jey’s inclusion in the dominant faction The Bloodline (2021–2023), alongside Reigns, Jimmy, and Solo Sikoa. After betraying the group, Jey forged a new path, winning the 2021 André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal and the 2024 Intercontinental Championship—his first singles title
2025 Royal Rumble Triumph & WrestleMania Ambition
On February 1, 2025, Jey stunned the world by winning the Men’s Royal Rumble, last eliminating John Cena in a heart-stopping finale. Declaring his intent to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41, Jey vowed to “YEET” his way to the top, embodying resilience and family pride
Personal Life & Legacy
Married to high school sweetheart Takecia Travis since 2015, Jey is a devoted father to two sons. Despite his fame, he maintains a private life, focusing on family and honoring his Samoan roots. His journey—from football fields to WWE’s grandest stages—reflects the Anoa’i spirit of perseverance, a testament to his father Rikishi’s mentorship and the dynasty’s enduring influence
Accolades & Championships 158
2025 Men’s Royal Rumble Winner
8x WWE Tag Team Champion (3x Raw, 5x SmackDown)
Longest SmackDown Tag Team Championship reign (622 days)
2021 André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal Winner
2024 WWE Intercontinental Champion
2x Slammy Award Winner (Tag Team of the Year: 2014, 2015)
“I’m not just Rikishi’s son—I’m the Main Event Jey Uso. And at WrestleMania, I’ll prove it.”
— Jey Uso, February 2025
