Sheamus, an accomplished Irish professional wrestler, has an estimated net worth of $7 million. Born Stephen Farrelly on January 28, 1978, in Dublin, Ireland, he is best known for becoming the first Irish-born WWE World Champion and for holding the third-longest WWE World Heavyweight Championship reign in history, lasting 210 days. Sheamus also made history as the 100th WWE Champion and achieved the third-fastest time to capture a major title after debuting with WWE, doing so in just 166 days.
Before entering professional wrestling, Sheamus led an active life with interests in sports and performance. He attended Scoil Caoimhin Primary School and Gaelscoil Colaiste Mhuire Secondary School in Dublin, where he participated in choir and played both football and rugby. Later, he worked in the IT sector, as a nightclub security guard, and as a bodyguard for celebrities. At the age of 24, he was inspired by the world of professional wrestling, prompting him to train at the Monster Factory School of Wrestling under trainer Larry “Pretty Boy” Sharpe. His early wrestling career was briefly interrupted due to a neck injury, but he returned to the ring in 2004, gaining experience in Irish Whip Wrestling and other independent promotions.
Sheamus made his WWE debut in 2009, first appearing on the ECW brand. His major breakthrough came that same year when he won his first WWE Championship, defeating John Cena to become the first Irish-born WWE Champion. This victory marked him as the third-fastest wrestler to win a major title after debuting with WWE, achieving the feat in just 166 days. Throughout his career, Sheamus held multiple titles, including the WWE Championship, the King of the Ring title (2010), and several United States Championships. He also had a significant tag team run with Cesaro, capturing the Raw Tag Team Championship in 2016.
In 2013, Sheamus faced multiple injuries, including a hematoma and a torn labrum in his shoulder, sidelining him for several months. However, he made a successful return to the ring in 2014. Over the years, Sheamus continued to evolve his character, adopting a new look with a Mohawk and plaited beard. In 2015, he won the Money in the Bank ladder match and had notable rivalries with wrestlers like Randy Orton and Cesaro. Sheamus also captured his third United States Championship in 2021, solidifying his place in WWE’s upper echelons.
In 2023, Sheamus sustained another injury, which temporarily kept him away from the ring. However, he made a triumphant return in 2024, defeating Todd “Ivar” Smith in his comeback match. Outside of wrestling, Sheamus married Isabella Revilla on October 28, 2022, marking an important personal milestone in his life.
