Who Is Frankie Kazarian? Age, Biography and Wiki
Frankie Kazarian, born on August 4, 1977, is a renowned American professional wrestler known for his agility and dynamic wrestling style. With a career that spans over two decades, he has made significant contributions to various wrestling promotions, including WWE, TNA, and AEW. Born in Southern California, Kazarian developed an interest in wrestling during his adolescence, training rigorously to make a name for himself in the industry.
As of 2025, Frankie Kazarian is 47 years old, and his dedication to the craft of wrestling has not waned. He continues to engage fans with his charisma and athleticism, solidifying his status as a veteran in professional wrestling.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 4, 1977 |
| Age | 47 Years |
| Birth Place | Palm Springs, California, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Leo |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Frankie Kazarian's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
- Height: 6 feet (183 cm)
- Weight: 224 lbs (102 kg)
- Body Measurements: While specifics are often variable, Kazarian maintains an athletic build, which is crucial for his performance in the ring.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As for his personal life, Frankie Kazarian has been relatively private. However, it is known that he is married to fellow wrestler Traci Brooks since 2012, and they share a loving family together. There have been no public indications of any boyfriends or extramarital relationships, suggesting that he prioritizes his family life alongside his wrestling career.
Kazarian worked for the upstart Southern Californian promotion Pro Wrestling Guerrilla from the very beginning, headlining its first event on July 26, 2003 against AJ Styles in a losing effort. The following month, Kazarian participated in the Bad Ass Mother 3000 tournament to determine the first-ever PWG Champion.
He defeated Scott Lost in the opening round on August 29 and Lil Cholo in the quarterfinals, Christopher Daniels in the semifinals and Joey Ryan in the final to win the tournament and become the inaugural PWG Champion on August 30.
Kazarian successfully defended the title against Styles and Daniels in a three-way match at Are You Adequately Prepared To Rock? and American Dragon at An Inch Longer Than Average.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Frankie Kazarian's estimated net worth is around $1 million to $2 million. This wealth is primarily derived from his successful wrestling career, appearances in various wrestling promotions, and merchandise sales. His salary can fluctuate based on his contracts and appearances, but it is believed to be substantial given his experience and popularity in the wrestling community.
Throughout late 2004 and early 2005, Kazarian and Shane competed in the TNA tag team division. Kazarian's contract with TNA Wrestling expired in September 2004 and was not renewed, but he continued working with the company on a per appearance basis.
The duo eventually began a feud with the 3Live Kru and Jeff Hammond, a NASCAR analyst who was working with Impact Wrestling as a commentator. This led to a match at the Against All Odds pay-per-view on February 13, 2005, between Hammond and Kru member B.G. James and Shane and Kazarian.
Kazarian was pinned by Hammond after Shane miscued on a superkick and knocked him out.
Career, Business and Investments
Frankie Kazarian's career began in the late 1990s and has seen him rise through the ranks in various wrestling organizations. Notably, he has been a champion in both TNA and AEW, showcasing his versatile wrestling skills. Apart from wrestling, Kazarian has shown interest in various business ventures, including wrestling schools, and has been involved in charity events.
Kazarian also utilizes his fame to engage with fans and promote wrestling, making investments in opportunities that can further enrich his career and fanbase.
Kazarian began his career in 1998 and performed on several independent promotions. During the 2000s, he worked for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla, where he became the inaugural and two-time PWG World Champion. From 2003 until 2014, he wrestled for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA). He began a tag team with Michael Shane known as Shazarian.
In 2007, he shortened his name to Kaz and briefly worked under the Suicide character between 2008 and 2010. After returning to the Kazarian name, he joined the Fourtune stable, where he stayed until 2012. In 2012, he began to work with Christopher Daniels as a tag team named Bad Influence, winning the TNA World Tag Team Championship twice.
With a total of 4 reigns as X Division champion (one as co-champion with Shane and one as Suicide) and three as World Tag Team Champion, he left the company in 2014.
Social Network
Frankie Kazarian is active on various social media platforms, where he connects with fans and shares snippets of his life and career. He can be found on:
- Twitter: @FrankieKazarian
- Instagram: @frankiekazarian
- Facebook: Frankie Kazarian
On the first night of the 2nd Annual PWG Bicentennial Birthday Extravaganza, Kazarian challenged AJ Styles for the PWG Championship, with the match ending in a double count-out.
At Smells Like Speen Spirit, Kazarian teamed with Petey Williams to challenge 2 Skinny Black Guys (El Generico and Human Tornado) for the Tag Team Championship in a losing effort. In September, Kazarian participated in the inaugural Battle of Los Angeles tournament, where he lost to Rocky Romero in the first round.
On the first night of All Star Weekend 3, Kazarian defeated Jimmy Yang in a tournament to determine the #1 contender for the PWG World Championship, thus qualifying to the fatal four-way tournament final on night two against B-Boy, Chris Sabin and Kevin Steen. B-Boy won the match.
Education
Frankie Kazarian's educational background includes active engagement in sports during high school, which laid the groundwork for his wrestling career. However, specific details regarding his formal education are scarce, as he opted to pursue wrestling early on and focused on honing his craft.
Kazarian began training with Killer Kowalski in Malden, Massachusetts in 1998, and wrestled his debut match after one month's training, facing Freight Train Dan.
After remaining at Kowalski's school for eight months, Kazarian returned to Southern California and began wrestling on the independent circuit, primarily in the Empire Wrestling Federation, where he continued his training and teamed with Josh Galaxy as "Bad Influence".
