Ever wondered about the unsung heroes behind wrestling's biggest stars? The story of Roman Reigns is intertwined with the legacy of his older brother, Matthew "Rosey" Anoa'i, whose influence extends far beyond the ring.
While Roman Reigns dominates the WWE landscape, his journey is deeply connected to his family, particularly his late brother, Rosey. Matthew Tapunu'u Anoa'i, known to the wrestling world as Rosey, carved his own path in WWE, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him. Despite not achieving the same level of superstardom as his younger brother, Roseys contributions, both in and out of the ring, played a significant role in shaping Roman's career and the Anoa'i family's wrestling legacy.
Matthew "Rosey" Anoa'i: Bio, Career & Personal Life | |
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Full Name | Matthew Tapunu'u Anoa'i |
Ring Name(s) | Rosey, Rosey the Super Hero in Training, Hurricane Helms |
Date of Birth | April 7, 1970 |
Date of Death | April 17, 2017 (aged 47) |
Birth Place | American Samoa |
Cause of Death | Congestive Heart Failure |
Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
Weight | 425 lb (193 kg) |
Spouse(s) | Mandy Vandeberg |
Children | Jordan Iles, Koa Rodney, Madison Alani Anoa'i |
Father | Leati Sika Amituana'i Anoa'i (Sika of The Wild Samoans) |
Mother | Patricia Anoa'i |
Siblings | Roman Reigns (younger brother), Vanessa Anoa'i, Marytza Anoa'i, Summer D. |
Wrestling Career | 1995-2017 |
WWE Debut | 2002 |
Tag Team(s) | The Island Boyz (with Ekmo/Jamal), 3-Minute Warning (with Ekmo/Jamal), Hurricane Helms & Rosey |
Championships | WWE World Tag Team Championship (1 time with Hurricane Helms) |
Reference: WWE Official Website |