Vince McMahon facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Vince McMahon
McMahon in 2008
Born	Vincent Kennedy McMahon (1945-08-24) August 24, 1945 (age 79) Pinehurst, North Carolina, U.S.
Other names	Vinnie Lupton Vince McMahon Jr. Vincent K. McMahon
Education	East Carolina University (BA)
Occupation	Businessman media proprietor professional wrestling executive
Spouse(s)	Linda Edwards ​ ​ (m. 1966; sep. 2024)​
Children	Shane Stephanie
Parent(s)	Vincent J. McMahon (father)
Relatives	McMahon family
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)	Mr. McMahon Vince McMahon
Billed height	6 ft 2 in (188 cm)
Billed weight	248 lb (112 kg)
Billed from	Greenwich, Connecticut
Debut	1969 (ring announcer) 1971 (commentator) 1998 (wrestler)
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Vincent Kennedy McMahon (born August 24, 1945) is an American businessman. He is also a former leader in the world of professional wrestling. Vince McMahon, along with his wife Linda, helped create the modern WWE. WWE is the biggest professional wrestling company in the world.

Outside of wrestling, McMahon has also promoted other sports. He started the World Bodybuilding Federation and the XFL football league.

Vince McMahon's Life and Career

Early Life and Education

Vince McMahon was born in Pinehurst, North Carolina, on August 24, 1945. His parents were Victoria and Vincent James McMahon. His father left the family when Vince was a baby. Vince did not meet his father until he was 12 years old.

Vince grew up as Vinnie Lupton. He lived with his mother and several stepfathers. He graduated from Fishburne Military School in Waynesboro, Virginia, in 1964. He reportedly had some challenges there because of dyslexia.

In 1968, McMahon graduated from East Carolina University. He earned a degree in business.

Building the World of WWE

Vince McMahon started working in professional wrestling in the 1970s. He was a commentator for WWE, which was then called the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF).

In 1982, he bought the company from his father, Vincent J. McMahon. He helped make WWE the biggest wrestling company. Before this, wrestling companies often operated separately across the United States.

This led to the creation of WrestleMania. This yearly event became one of the most successful professional wrestling shows. In the 1990s, WWE faced competition from World Championship Wrestling (WCW). But in 2001, WWE bought WCW. WWE also bought the assets of another company, Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), in 2003.

Vince McMahon's On-Screen Character

McMahon appeared on WWE TV from 1969 until 2022. At first, he was a friendly commentator. In 1997, he created a new character called Mr. McMahon.

Mr. McMahon was a mean and powerful boss. He loved being in charge of his wrestling company. His famous catchphrase was "you're fired!" when he dismissed an employee. As the villain Mr. McMahon, he even competed in wrestling matches. He won the WWE Championship once and the ECW World Heavyweight Championship once. He also won the Royal Rumble in 1999.

In June 2022, McMahon stepped down as the CEO and chairman of WWE. His daughter, Stephanie McMahon, took his place.

His Impact on Wrestling

McMahon receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2008

Many people say Vince McMahon is one of the most important people in professional wrestling history. He had a big impact on television and American culture. In 2024, Netflix released a documentary series about his story called Mr. McMahon.

Vince McMahon's Family Life

McMahon talks to Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell before the 2016 WWE Tribute to the Troops event, as his son Shane and son-in-law Paul Levesque look on

Vince McMahon married Linda Edwards on August 26, 1966. They met in church when she was 13 and he was 16. At that time, he was known as Vinnie Lupton.

Vince and Linda McMahon have two children:

• Shane: He left WWE in 2010 and came back in 2016.
• Stephanie: She worked behind the scenes and appeared on screen from the 1990s until 2023.

They also have six grandchildren. Shane and his wife Marissa Mazzola have three sons: Declan, Kenyon, and Rogan. Stephanie and her husband Paul "Triple H" Levesque have three daughters: Aurora, Murphy, and Vaughn.

Filmography

Vince McMahon has appeared in several movies and TV shows, often as his Mr. McMahon character.

Championships and Achievements

McMahon as the ECW World Champion in 2007

McMahon's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Vince McMahon has won many awards and championships in professional wrestling:

• The Baltimore Sun
  • Best Non-wrestling Performer of the Decade (2010)
• Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum
  • Class of 2011
• Pro Wrestling Illustrated
  • Feud of the Year (1996) vs. Eric Bischoff
  • Feud of the Year (1998, 1999) vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin
  • Feud of the Year (2001) vs. Shane McMahon
  • Match of the Year (2006) vs. Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 22
• World Wrestling Federation/World Wrestling Entertainment
  • ECW World Championship (1 time)
  • WWF Championship (1 time)
  • Royal Rumble (1999)
• Wrestling Observer Newsletter awards
  • Best Booker (1987, 1998, 1999)
  • Promoter of the Year (1988, 1998–2000)
  • Best Non-Wrestler (1999, 2000)
  • Feud of the Year (1998, 1999) vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin
  • Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame (Class of 1996)

See also

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