Who Is Leva Bates? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Born on May 21, 1983, Leva Bates is currently 41 years old. She made her wrestling debut in 2009 and has gained recognition for her innovative style, versatility, and cosplay-inspired ring attire. With a rich history in wrestling promotions, including her role in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), Bates has also made appearances in various independent circuits.
| Occupation | Cosplayer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 21, 1983 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Madisonville, Kentucky, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Leva Bates's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Leva Bates stands at a height of approximately 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm). Her weight fluctuates around 115 to 125 pounds (52 to 57 kg), a reflection of her athletic training and commitment to maintaining peak physical condition. Specific body measurements are often subject to change due to her rigorous training regime, but her fit physique has always stood out in the wrestling community.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Leva Bates is known to keep her personal life private. Information regarding her relationship status remains somewhat undisclosed. However, she has often shared her love for her family and close friends on social media. There have been speculations about her dating history, but no confirmed relationships have been publicly acknowledged, leading fans to wonder about potential partners in her life.
Net Worth and Salary
Leva Bates’s net worth is estimated to be in the range of $1 million to $3 million as of 2025. Her earnings come from various sources, including her wrestling contracts, merchandise sales, and appearances at events and conventions. Additionally, Bates has capitalized on opportunities arising from her popularity in professional wrestling.
Bates appeared on the May 28, 2008, episode of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling's Impact!, accepting Awesome Kong's $25,000 challenge, which she would lose. She later had a try-out match for the company against Isis the Amazon in February 2011, but lost the match.
In September 2012, Bates made a further appearance on Impact Wrestling, portraying a villainous stagehand who helped the Aces & Eights faction abduct Sting and Hulk Hogan. Bates made a brief return to TNA for the Knockouts Knockdown 2016 pay-per-view as her cosplayer character losing a well received match to TNA Knockouts champion Jade.
Bates returned to Impact Wrestling again for One Night Only: Victory Road – Knockouts Knockdown defeating Allie. Later the same night she teamed with ODB, Alisha, and Santana Garrett in an eight-man tag team match where they defeated Angelina Love, Rosemary, Diamanté, and Laurel Van Ness.
Career, Business and Investments
Bates has enjoyed a multifaceted career in wrestling that spans over a decade. She has worked with various wrestling promotions, building a name for herself through her talent and unique character work. Outside of wrestling, she has ventured into other areas, including acting and producing content for streaming platforms. Leva is also known for her contributions to the wrestling community, including workshops and training sessions aimed at aspiring wrestlers.
Bates debuted in Full Impact Pro (FIP) in May 2008, when she and Rain defeated Portia Perez and Mimi in a tag team match. She returned five years later, as part of a Shine Wrestling showcase match against Solo Darling on August 9, 2013.
She continued making appearances for FIP throughout 2013 and 2014, as the manager of Dos Ben Dejos (Jay Rios and Eddie Cruz), along with Mia Yim. She also made sporadic wrestling appearances for the company, usually against Darling or Su Yung.
Social Network
Leva Bates is quite active on social media, where she connects with her fans and shares insight into her life and career. Her Twitter and Instagram accounts showcase her wrestling career, personal anecdotes, and cosplay. With a substantial following across various platforms, Bates engages with her audience through regular updates, fan interactions, and glimpses behind the scenes.
Bates debuted in Shine Wrestling at their first event in July 2012. Initially a singles competitor, she faced Mercedes Martinez, Portia Perez, and Jessicka Havok, before having a series of matches with Kimberly, with the pair trading wins. This prompted at a Last Woman Standing match at Shine 7, which Bates won.
After being attacked post-match by Kimberly, they faced off again at Shine 8 in a Fans Bring the Weapons I Quit match, which Kimberly won by referee stoppage. The feud ended at Shine 9, when Bates won an "Arkham Asylum" steel cage match.
Bates then competed in the tournament to determine the inaugural Shine Champion; she defeated Taylor Made before losing to Mia Yim. This was followed by a feud with Nevaeh, which culminated in a hardcore match at Shine 15 won by Bates.
Education
Leva Bates pursued her education alongside her wrestling career. While specific details regarding her academic background have not been widely publicized, she has shown a keen interest in performing arts. This background has undoubtedly contributed to her character development and performance skills in the wrestling ring.
Bates holds two bachelor's degrees in theater and radio and television production with a minor in dance from Murray State University. On October 17, 2024, she was recognized by Murray State University as one of their Outstanding Young Alumni in the Fine Arts. She also used to work as one of the entertainers at the Universal Orlando theme park. She also video blogs for The Geek Soapbox.
