Who Is Billy Jack Haynes? Age, Biography and Wiki
Born on July 10, 1953, Billy Jack Haynes has made a notable mark as an American professional wrestler. In 2025, he celebrates his 72nd birthday, reflecting on a career that has spanned decades. Known for his unique wrestling style and captivating persona in the ring, Haynes has become a memorable figure in the wrestling world.
With a biography that includes his rise in the wrestling industry, Haynes garnered fame in the 1980s, working with major promotions such as the WWF (now WWE) and various independent circuits. His legacy is enriched by not only his in-ring performances but also his influence on future generations of wrestlers.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | July 10, 1953 |
| Age | 72 Years |
| Birth Place | Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Billy Jack Haynes's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Billy Jack Haynes stands tall at 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm). Throughout his wrestling career, he maintained an impressive physique, weighing approximately 245 pounds (111 kg). His athletic build and powerful presence contributed to his success in professional wrestling. As of 2025, while he may not be as active in the ring, maintaining a healthy lifestyle remains important to him.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Billy Jack Haynes is reportedly single, having focused more on his personal growth and career advancements over the years. His relationship history includes various partnerships, but currently, he seems to prioritize independence. While he has shared insights into his family background over the years, specifics about his current dating life remain private.
On February 8, 2024, Haynes was arrested in Portland, Oregon following a two-hour standoff with police after a shooting. He was questioned by police regarding the death of his wife. Becraft, who was 85 years old at the time of her death and suffering from dementia, had been shot in the head.
On February 28, 2024, Portland Police announced that Haynes had been charged with second degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon. He would make his first court appearance for the charges on February 29, 2024.
His trial proceedings were initially set to begin on April 11, 2024, but would later be pushed back more than a month after a judge allowed an extension for Haynes' bail hearing in order to allow more time for investigation and preparation. His trial is now slated for December 2025.
Net Worth and Salary
Billy Jack Haynes has experienced a fluctuating financial journey throughout his wrestling career. As of 2025, his net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. This wealth has stemmed not only from his wrestling career but also various endeavors in business and investments over the years. Haynes has been known to engage in multiple ventures outside of wrestling, contributing to his diverse income sources.
Haynes returned to Oregon in 1988 and wrestled in independents, including his own short-lived Oregon Wrestling Federation. In the summer of 1989, he returned to Portland and immediately feuded with The Grappler. By the end of the year, he formed an alliance with former rival Rip Oliver and his son Larry.
On April 14, 1990, he turned on the Olivers during a match with The Grappler, The Equalizer, and Brian Adams, turning heel for the first time in his career. As a heel, he feuded with the Olivers, Scott Norton, and Scotty the Body.
In October 1990, he did several shows for Herb Abrams' Universal Wrestling Federation, where they built another strongman feud between Haynes and Ken Patera. In May 1991, Haynes returned to a major promotion when he appeared under a mask in World Championship Wrestling as Black Blood in Kevin Sullivan's stable.
Soon after The Great American Bash, he was fired due to a pay dispute. He had suffered a severe knee injury shortly before his release, but instead of taking time off to recuperate he instead returned to Portland, where he feuded with Steve Doll and Demolition Crush.
After PNW closed in 1992, Haynes took time off to recover from the knee injury he suffered in WCW, which took 18 months. His first matches back were in June 1994, where he wrestled shows that were co-promoted by PNW's successor Championship Wrestling USA and Mexico's Asistencia Asesoría y Administración in Vancouver, Washington.
He showed up next in the United States Wrestling Association in 1995 and retired in early 1996.
Career, Business and Investments
Haynes' career as a professional wrestler began in the 1970s, and he quickly rose to fame in the 1980s, known for his rigorous training and dedication. After stepping back from wrestling, he turned his focus toward business ventures, including investments in real estate and wellness industries. Throughout his career, he has remained an advocate for fitness and health, aligning his business ventures to reflect his passion for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
He feuded heavily with Rip Oliver until 1984 when he had a run in Championship Wrestling from Florida where he feuded with Kendo Nagasaki for the NWA Florida Heavyweight Championship winning the title from him. They then had a brief run in World Class Championship Wrestling in 1985, managed by Sunshine.
Due to internal conflict between Fritz Von Erich and Billy, he was written out of the organization, jobbing to Rip Oliver in a plot where Rip bloodied and injured Billy. He rarely stayed put in any federation. During this time, he faced the debuting Shawn Michaels.
He started splitting his time between Portland Wrestling and CWF, and he wrestled with partner Wahoo McDaniel. They won the NWA Florida United States Tag Team Championship and they feuded with Ole and Arn Anderson in Jim Crockett Promotions.
He had just begun a feud with The Barbarian over who was the strongest man in the territory when he abruptly left the company after a confrontation with Jim Crockett in his office which became physical.
Social Network
Billy Jack Haynes has maintained a presence on social media, utilizing platforms such as Instagram and Twitter to connect with fans and share updates about his life. While he may not be as active as he once was, he engages with his followers, often reminiscing about his wrestling days and sharing motivational insights. His social media presence not only showcases his journey but also serves as a means for him to advocate for health and wellness.
In the months to follow, the two had a series of "chain matches," where they were attached at the wrist by a foot long chain which could also be used as a weapon during the match. Haynes later teamed with fellow Oregon native Ken Patera who had returned to the WWF.
Haynes saved Patera from a beating at the hands of Hercules and Harley Race after Patera's return match. The pair later feuded with Demolition after a television match where Demolition left Haynes, Patera, and Brady Boone (who played Haynes' cousin) beaten and lying in the ring.
Haynes' departure from the WWF in January 1988 has been a subject of controversy considering dramatic changes in the story as Haynes repeated it. In one version, he says he quit the WWF after refusing to do a job in his hometown of Portland, Oregon.
Another account of the same incident reported that he actually wrestled the match with the finish reworked and then was fired afterwards.
The May 7, 2025 episode of Dark Side of the Ring revealed that the true reason for his release was that he overdosed on pills during a flight, and the company did not want to risk keeping him and dealing with the negative publicity he might bring.
Education
While details about Haynes' formal education remain scarce, his training in wrestling began early, with many wrestlers learning the trade through mentorship and hands-on experience rather than traditional education. His commitment to self-improvement and fitness has been a form of continuous education throughout his life, educating himself on health practices and business strategies.
Haynes started wrestling in 1982 at the age of 28. He trained in Stu Hart's Dungeon pro wrestling school and briefly wrestled in Hart's Stampede Wrestling under his given name, forming a tag team with Bruce Hart.
He started wrestling as "Billy Jack" in the Pacific Northwest territory but had to change his name when Tom Laughlin (who starred in the movie Billy Jack) threatened to sue him. He added his real last name to the gimmick and continued to work as a babyface. It is rumored that Haynes served time for manslaughter before becoming a pro wrestler.
