Who Is Billy Gunn? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Billy Gunn, born on November 1, 1963, is a renowned American professional wrestler, trainer, and former reality television star. A prominent figure in the wrestling world since the late 1990s, Gunn gained fame during his time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE), particularly as a part of the New Age Outlaws tag team. As of 2025, he is 61 years old and continues to make waves in the wrestling community.
Wiki Summary:
| Occupation | Bull Rider |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | November 1, 1963 |
| Age | 61 Years |
| Birth Place | Orlando, Florida, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Scorpio |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Billy Gunn's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Billy Gunn stands at an impressive height of 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm), contributing to his powerful presence inside the ring. His weight typically hovers around 250 pounds (113 kg), which he maintains through rigorous training and a well-planned diet. As for measurements, Billy has a muscular physique, with a broad chest and defined arms, reflective of his long and successful wrestling career.
On February 15, 1996, the Gunns vacated the title because Billy was in need of neck surgery. After Billy returned from hiatus, The Smoking Gunns won the Tag Team Title for the third time by defeating The Godwinns in May. After the match, The Godwinns' manager Sunny turned on her team in favor of the Gunns.
On September 22 at In Your House: Mind Games, the Gunns lost the Tag Team Title to Owen Hart and The British Bulldog. After the match, Sunny abandoned The Gunns, saying that she would only manage title holders. Billy, frustrated with losing both the championship and Sunny, walked out on Bart, breaking up The Smoking Gunns.
The two would feud in late 1996.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Currently, Billy Gunn is happily married to his wife, Paige, with whom he has built a strong family. The couple enjoys a relatively private life, away from the media limelight, although they often share glimpses of their life together on social media. Billy has children from previous relationships, and he often emphasizes the importance of family in his life.
In a 2001 match on Sunday Night Heat, Gunn was defeated by Chuck Palumbo, who recently left The Alliance to join the WWF. After the match, Gunn suggested that they form a tag team. Palumbo agreed, and Billy and Chuck quickly rose to the top of the tag team division.
Initially they were a generic tandem, but they were given a gimmick where they grew increasingly affectionate toward each other, showing evidence of a storyline homosexual relationship.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Billy Gunn's estimated net worth is around $4 million. He has accumulated this wealth through various avenues, including his wrestling career, appearances in reality television, and endorsements. Gunn's earnings as a popular wrestling figure contribute significantly to his overall financial status, alongside his ventures outside of wrestling.
After weeks of vignettes, Sopp, under the name Billy Gunn, made his WWF debut on the May 17, 1993, episode of Raw, teaming with his on-screen brother, Bart Gunn to defeat Tony Vadja and Glenn Ruth. The duo, now known as The Smoking Gunns, made their pay-per-view debut at King of the Ring, teaming with The Steiner Brothers to defeat Money Inc.
and The Headshrinkers in an eight-man tag team match. At SummerSlam, the duo teamed with Tatanka to pick up a win against Bam Bam Bigelow and the Headshrinkers. On January 22, 1994, Gunn entered his first Royal Rumble match at the namesake event, but was eliminated by Diesel.
In early 1995, the Gunns won their first Tag Team Championship by defeating the makeshift team of Bob Holly and 1-2-3 Kid. They held the title until WrestleMania XI, where they were defeated by the team of Owen Hart and Yokozuna. They won the titles again in September 1995.
Career, Business, and Investments
Billy Gunn's wrestling career has spanned over three decades, with many notable highlights, including his accomplishments in WWE where he won multiple titles, including the Tag Team Championship.
In addition to wrestling, Gunn has diversified his career; he has ventured into training the next generation of wrestlers, operating his wrestling school, and engaging in various business investments. His entrepreneurial spirit has led him to invest in fitness-related industries, aligning with his lifelong passion for health and wellness.
Gunn trained as a bull rider while attending Oviedo High School in Oviedo, Florida. After a stint as a professional bull rider in Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, Sopp left the profession in his early 20s in order to pursue a career as a professional wrestler.
Trained by Jerry Gray, Sopp wrestled on the independent circuit for eight years (including a brief stint as enhancement talent for World Championship Wrestling (WCW) before signing a contract with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1993.
Social Network
Billy Gunn is active on various social media platforms, where he engages with fans and shares insights into his life. You can find him on:
- Twitter: @BillyGunn
- Instagram: @thebillygunn
Education
Billy Gunn attended McNeese State University, where he was a standout athlete. His background in sports provided him with the foundation necessary for his wrestling career, equipping him with both physical prowess and strategy essential for success in the ring.
On July 23, Sopp, under his Billy Gunn name, made his first WWE appearance in nearly eight years as he reunited with Road Dogg, X-Pac, Shawn Michaels and Triple H to reform D-Generation X for one night only on the 1000th episode of Raw. In December 2012, he was hired by WWE as a trainer for the NXT Wrestling territory in Tampa, Florida.
On March 4, 2013, Gunn and Road Dogg made a return at Old School Raw, defeating Primo and Epico. On March 11, 2013, they accepted a challenge from Team Rhodes Scholars and faced them in a match, which was interrupted by Brock Lesnar, who hit both Outlaws with an F-5 as part of his ongoing feud with Triple H.
