Name: Ettore Ewen (Big E)
Age: 37
Residence: Tampa, Florida
Marital Status: Single
Net Worth (2023): $6 Million
Source of Wealth: Wrestling
Salary: $500,000 per year
Endorsements: Multiple brands and merchandise
Philanthropy: Active in charity efforts
Big E: Early Life and Transition to Wrestling
Ettore Ewen, known in the ring as Big E, began his journey as a collegiate football player at the University of Iowa. After his dreams of professional football ended due to injuries, he transitioned into powerlifting. In 2010, he debuted in USA Powerlifting competitions, setting multiple Florida state records and winning the 2011 USAPL Raw Nationals.
In 2009, following advice from Jim Ross, Big E joined WWE’s developmental brand, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW). Adopting the ring name Big E Langston, he captured the FCW Florida Tag Team Championship and transitioned to NXT in 2012. His impactful debut included a winning streak and capturing the NXT Championship by defeating Seth Rollins.
Main Roster Success and Rise to Fame
Big E debuted on WWE’s main roster during his NXT tenure, aligning with AJ Lee and Dolph Ziggler. He later captured the Intercontinental Championship, holding it for 167 days before transitioning to tag team action.
In 2014, Big E joined Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods to form The New Day, a team that became one of the most successful stables in WWE history. Together, they won multiple tag team championships and garnered accolades such as WWE’s “Men’s Tag Team of the Year” in 2019.
Singles Career and WWE Championship
Following The New Day’s split during the 2020 Draft, Big E returned to singles competition, capturing the Intercontinental Championship for the second time. In 2021, he won the Money in the Bank briefcase and successfully cashed it in to claim the WWE Championship by defeating Bobby Lashley.
His reign lasted 110 days, culminating in a title loss to Brock Lesnar. Big E returned to team with New Day members before a serious neck injury sidelined him indefinitely.
Net Worth and Earnings
- Net Worth (2023): $6 million
- Salary: $500,000 per year, plus bonuses for premium live events
- Other Income: Merchandise sales, endorsements, and promotional activities
Endorsements and Business Ventures
Big E has partnered with several brands, including Wendy’s, Foot Locker Canada, Pure Life, and Gcuts Barber Lounge. The New Day’s Booty O’s Cereals became a fan-favorite merchandise item, retailing at $13.
Assets
- House: Luxurious villa in Los Angeles worth $1.4 million
- Cars: Includes Bugatti Veyron ($2 million), Tesla Model S ($100,000), Porsche 911 ($105,000), Lexus ES ($42,500), and McLaren 720S ($310,500).
Media Appearances
- Movies:
- Countdown (2016)
- Escape the Undertaker (2021)
- Television:
- Guest appearances on Total Divas, Ride Along, and Let’s Make a Deal.
- Voice role in Lazor Wulf (2019–2021).
- Video Games: Featured in 11 WWE video games, including WWE 2K23.
Charity and Philanthropy
Big E is an advocate for social causes, participating in charity efforts with Make-A-Wish, Susan G. Komen, and Black Lives Matter. He has raised significant funds for the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and other initiatives.
Legacy
Big E’s career, both as a singles competitor and a member of The New Day, has solidified his status as a WWE icon. His contributions to wrestling and his philanthropic efforts continue to inspire fans worldwide.
