Highlights
- Chad Gable has a successful WWE career as both a tag team specialist and a singles talent.
- He has a background in amateur wrestling and competed in the 2012 Olympic Games.
- Gable is 37 years old, reaching the peak of his abilities, and has successfully blended comedy and wrestling in his career.
Chad Gable has had a varied career throughout his time in WWE, from competing in NXT to being part of the main roster he has achieved a lot. Gable has held several titles in his career, and while he has mainly been used as a tag team wrestler, Gable has also showcased his qualities as a singles talent too.
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Chad Gable has had a successful WWE career thus far as a tag team specialist, having put on some classic matches on the main roster and in NXT.2023 was a strong year for him as his character has truly developed to the next level. However, while fans know a lot about Gable's great in-ring work, there is still a lot that audiences can learn about him as a person and a performer.
10 Friendship With Otis
It Dates Back Much Longer Than WWE
- They first met in 2010
- They're former Raw Tag Team Champions
Chad Gable has been involved in several different tag teams throughout his WWE career, but one of the most popular has been working alongside Otis. The two of them have a natural chemistry together, which is one of the reasons why it has worked so well for them.
That's because the two of them first met back in 2010 at the Olympic Training Center. They bonded over a mutual love of professional wrestling, and remained friends ever since which made their eventual championship success a sweet moment for them.
9 He's An Olympian
He Competed In Amateur Wrestling
- Chad Gable competed at the 2012 Olympic Games
- He was not able to win a medal
Chad Gable has an extensive amateur background in professional wrestling, which is something that fans can easily observe by the way that he wrestles inside the ring. However, what many fans might not be aware of is the fact he was so successful in amateur wrestling that he competed at the 2012 Olympic Games.
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Alpha Academy has established itself as one of the most entertaining teams in WWE and there's a lot you should know about the trio.Gable got the opportunity to represent the United States Of America in London, and while he didn't go on to win a medal, it was still a huge accomplishment for him.
8 His Current Age
Gable Is 37-Years-Old
- Chad Gable joined WWE in 2013
- He was born on March 8, 1986
Age is just a number nowadays in professional wrestling, because talent are tending to compete to a much older age now while still performing to a high standard. When it comes to Chad Gable, he is currently 37 years old, which is around average now in comparison to the roster.
Gable is reaching the peak of his in-ring abilities and is showcasing no shortage of confidence inside the ring. He has plenty of years ahead of him should he wish to keep performing, and that's a positive for both him and WWE.
7 A Turning Point
Chad Gable Made A Realization
- He's blended comedy into his work
- Gable has remained a serious in-ring competitor
Chad Gable has had a great career in WWE, and for the most part, he has been a serious in-ring competitor, which is largely due to the background he has as a wrestler. However, throughout recent years he has done a great job of blending comedy and wrestling together to become a more entertaining act in the process.
It's something that Gable has admitted was a turning point, when he understood that he was able to do both at the same time, which has allowed him to take his career to new heights.
6 He Is A Married Man
Gable Has Been In A Long-Term Relationship
- He is married to Kristi Oliver
- They got married in 2011
Despite a lot of wrestlers often living a rock and roll lifestyle, Chad Gable has been in a long-term relationship with his wife Kristi Oliver. The two of them tied the knot in 2011, cementing their relationship which is something they haven't looked back on since.
Before getting married the two of them had been dating for nine years, showcasing the fact that they had a strong connection before taking any further steps.
5 He's A Family Man
He Has Three Children
- He has two girls and one boy
- His children were referenced his feud against Gunther
While Chad Gable is a married man, he and his wife have taken their relationship to a new level by opting to start their own family. Being a family man while being on the road isn't the easiest part of the business, but they do have three children together.
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These WWE Superstars have kids to go home to on the few days they get off from the road.Much like his relationship, Gable tends to keep that aspect of his life private, which is why a lot of fans aren't aware of that. However, it did get brought up during his rivalry against Gunther which added a more personal twist.
4 Backstage Reaction To Facing Gunther
People Were Impressed
- They wrestled each other on Raw, September 4, 2023
- Cody Rhodes revealed the backstage reaction
Speaking of his rivalry against Gunther, that has been the biggest push that he received as a singles performer. Many fans believed he'd be the one to dethrone the Intercontinental Champion, and while that didn't happen it certainly proved what Gable is capable of as a performer.
He got an amazing reaction from the WWE Universe due to his efforts, and Gunther's as well. However, what a lot of fans don't know is that when the two men got to the back they also received a standing ovation from their peers.
3 He Isn't One Of WWE's Tallest Stars
Gable Is 5'8"
- Gable isn't one of the tallest WWE Superstars
- This led to his Shorty G character
Height in professional wrestling used to be hugely important, because there was a time when only taller wrestlers would be given a big push, and wrestlers of Chad Gable's height would struggle to be given chances in WWE. Thankfully, that is something that has changed over the years as WWE has relaxed its stance.
Gable did suffer due to his height briefly in WWE when he was given the Shorty G character, which was obviously all based on the fact he isn't one of the tallest people in the company.
2 Kurt Angle Had Plans
Team Angle Almost Returned
- The original Team Angle was a popular trio
- Kurt Angle tried to recreate the group
Team Angle was a popular faction that saw Kurt Angle, Charlie Haas, and Shelton Benjamin work together as they achieved plenty of success. That is why many fans wanted to see the faction brought back to life with Angle and American Alpha.
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1 Creating A Catchphrase
A Happy Accident
- Chad Gable has created multiple catchphrases
- "Thank you," and "Shoosh" have proven to be hits
Catchphrases in professional wrestling can have a lot of impact, mainly because they have the potential to take a wrestler to new heights. Having something that fans can chant and interact with is always a positive, and that's something Chad Gable has realized in recent times.
"Thank you," and "Shoosh" have ended up becoming major hits for Gable, and they've gotten over huge. However, they're not something he took tons of time thinking about, as he admitted that they came to him at the moment and weren't pre-planned, but fortunately, they got over naturally.
