Who Is Malakai Black? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Malakai Black, born on May 19, 1985, is a renowned Dutch professional wrestler known for his captivating performances and dark, enigmatic persona. As of 2025, he is 39 years old and has carved a niche for himself in the wrestling world, showcasing his athleticism and unique style. Black, originally from Almelo, Netherlands, has made significant strides in his career, transitioning from European wrestling circuits to making a mark in major promotions like WWE and AEW.
| Occupation | Kickboxer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | May 19, 1985 |
| Age | 40 Years |
| Birth Place | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | Netherlands |
Popularity
Malakai Black's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Malakai Black stands tall at approximately 6 feet (183 cm) and weighs around 205 lbs (93 kg). His athletic build and striking presence are complemented by his distinct tattoos and unique ring attire. His commitment to fitness and conditioning plays a critical role in his ability to perform at elite levels during matches.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Malakai Black is in a relationship with fellow wrestler and partner, Zelina Vega, who shares both a personal and professional connection with him. The couple has been known for their mutual support, both inside and outside of the wrestling ring. While details about Black’s family life are kept relatively private, he often shares insights into his close-knit family values through social media.
As part of the Superstar Shake-up on 15 April, Black was drafted to the Raw brand, however on 22 April Black was drafted to the SmackDown brand due to his real-life wife Zelina Vega being drafted there, therefore splitting him from Ricochet. Black then began appearing in ominous backstage promos in a dark room, awaiting a challenger.
On 9 July episode of SmackDown, his challenge was eventually accepted, with the mystery opponent to be revealed as Cesaro. Their match would take place at Extreme Rules on 14 July, as Black's first singles pay-per-view match since joining the main roster, where Black defeated Cesaro.
Net Worth and Salary
Malakai Black maintains an active presence on various social media platforms, including Instagram and Twitter, where he engages with his fan base and shares updates about his wrestling career, fitness routines, and personal insights. His compelling presence online helps to foster a dedicated and growing community of fans.
As part of the 2019 Draft in October, Black was drafted to the Raw brand. Over the following weeks, Black would develop a winning streak, squashing his opponents. On 18 November episode of Raw, Buddy Murphy went to Black's locker room to challenge him, but Black was absent and Murphy claimed that Black was all talk and no fight.
The following week, Black appeared and attacked Murphy after his match. A match between Black and Murphy was scheduled for TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs, which Black won. At the Royal Rumble pay-per-view on 26 January 2020, Black entered the Royal Rumble match at number 28, but was eliminated by Seth Rollins.
Career, Business, and Investments
Malakai Black's career took off after his debut in professional wrestling in 2003. Since then, he has become known for his exceptional skills in the ring and his ability to connect with fans. After his tenure in WWE, where he performed under the ring name Aleister Black, he made a successful transition to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in 2021. Apart from wrestling, Black has ventured into other business opportunities, including creative projects and merchandise collaborations that resonate with his personal brand.
Following this, Black began a feud with Seth Rollins and Murphy after Rollins injured Rey Mysterio's eye. On 27 July episode of Raw, Murphy injured Black's right eye by driving it through the steel steps.
On the 24 August episode of Raw, Black, now wearing an eye bandage, returned during The Kevin Owens Show and attacked Kevin Owens, turning heel for the first time in his career. The following week on Raw he attacked Owens again with his Black Mass finishing move before a match against Randy Orton which Owens lost.
On the 14 September episode of Raw, Owens defeated Black. Owens would go on again to defeat Black, via disqualification, on the 28 September episode of Raw. On the 12 October episode of Raw, Black would lose again to Owens in a No Disqualification match, ending the feud.
As part of the 2020 Draft in October, Black was drafted to the SmackDown brand. However, following the draft, Black would disappear from television for six months. After his absence, he returned on the 23 April 2021 episode of SmackDown in a vignette promoting his return.
After several weeks of vignettes, Black officially returned on the 21 May episode of SmackDown, attacking Big E with the Black Mass which allowed Apollo Crews to retain the Intercontinental Championship in the main event, in what would be his final appearance with WWE in his first stint.
Black was originally planned to feud with Big E as a result, but it never came to fruition as Black was released from the company on 2 June.
Education
