Who Is Mike Rotunda? Age, Biography, and Wiki
As of 2025, Mike Rotunda is 67 years old. Known for his impactful career in professional wrestling, Rotunda was born on March 30, 1958, in St. Petersburg, Florida. He gained fame in the 1980s and 1990s, wrestling for major promotions like the WWF and WCW. He is well recognized for his work as a tag team wrestler and for his unique character portrayals.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 30, 1958 |
| Age | 67 Years |
| Birth Place | St. Petersburg, Florida, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Aries |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Mike Rotunda's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Mike Rotunda has a well-built physique that has been honed through years of wrestling. His height is approximately 6 feet 3 inches (190 cm) and he weighs around 245 pounds (111 kg). His competitive dimensions have greatly contributed to his success in the ring.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Regarding family and personal relationships, Mike Rotunda is often private. He has been married to his wife, Michelle, and together they share a loving family. The couple has three children, including wrestling talents like Bray Wyatt and Bo Dallas, who have successfully followed in their father's footsteps within the wrestling industry. As of 2025, there is no public information indicating any extramarital relationships.
Rotunda won the NWA World Television Championship from Nikita Koloff in January 1988, and subsequently gave his Florida Heavyweight title to Steiner. He then began a feud with Jimmy Garvin, because Sullivan wanted Garvin's wife Precious. Steiner left the group and began feuding with Rotunda, the enemies trading the Television Championship before Rotunda lost it to Sting.
Net Worth and Salary
Mike Rotunda’s estimated net worth in 2025 is around $2 million. This wealth primarily stems from his wrestling career, coaching, and various business ventures. While precise salary figures vary, former professional wrestlers typically earned significant incomes from matches, merchandise sales, and appearances.
Rotunda returned to the WWF in April 1991, becoming Irwin R. Schyster, abbreviated to I.R.S.. Schyster had a heel gimmick as a former IRS tax collector from Washington, D.C., harassing wrestlers and fans as "tax cheats" and scolding them to "pay their fair share".
For example, at a show in Rhode Island, he attacked the state for being a tax haven for yacht owners from New York, or when wrestling in New Hampshire, he would get on the microphone and criticize the fans there for not having to pay a state income tax.
When wrestling in England at SummerSlam 1992, he admonished the crowd for not paying taxes and therefore being a burden on the Royal Family. To further add to this persona, one of his finishing moves was called The Write-Off (i.e., a flying clothesline to an oncoming opponent).
Career, Business, and Investments
Mike Rotunda's wrestling career spans several decades, and he continues to remain relevant within the industry. His early years showcased a formidable in-ring presence, culminating in championship runs. Following retirements from active competition, Mike turned his focus towards coaching and mentoring young wrestlers, helping nurture the next generation of talent.
In addition to wrestling, Rotunda has ventured into various businesses, often engaging with merchandise and promotional activities within the wrestling community. His investments also include roles in real estate and fitness-related enterprises.
In mid-1994 he joined his former partner DiBiase's Million Dollar Corporation, originally the plan was to have his brother in law Barry Windham return reunite with Schyster and form a new tag team under the name "The New Money Inc." and they would have a big feud with Lex Luger and Tatanka but Windham wasn't up to it and Schyster was paired with Ba
m Bam Bigelow and after an unsuccessful effort to regain tag team gold.
Schyster later refocused on singles wrestling. His feud with The Undertaker included Schyster repossessing the headstone of a child, and interfering in a Casket Match between The Undertaker and Yokozuna.
When the two eventually squared off at the 1995 Royal Rumble, the Undertaker was victorious following a chokeslam, but Schyster stole his urn after the match. I.R.S. then competed less frequently on WWF TV.
His final three appearances on TV being a loss to Savio Vega in a King of the Ring qualifying match in June 1995, the July 17, 1995, edition of Monday Night Raw in a losing effort against Shawn Michaels and later that month as a lumberjack at In Your House 2: The Lumberjacks.
His final appearance came on July 30, 1995, at a house show in Jean, Nevada, where he unsuccessfully challenged Shawn Michaels for the Intercontinental Championship. After this Rotunda then left the WWF.
Social Network
Mike Rotunda remains active on social media, allowing fans and wrestling enthusiasts to connect with him. His social media presence includes platforms like Twitter and Instagram, where he shares insights about his life, career highlights, and family moments. You can follow him for updates and engage with his community of fans.
Rotunda returned to WCW in September 1995. On the debut of WCW Monday Nitro, which aired on September 4, 1995, he was introduced as Michael Wallstreet, but by the next episode he was known as V.K. Wallstreet (the "V.K." an allusion to Vincent Kennedy McMahon) with announcer Eric Bischoff asking Bobby Heenan on-air why his name had suddenly changed.
Rotunda used the name for nearly a year while wrestling in a lower midcard position. The highlight of this run came at the 1996 Battlebowl, where he teamed with Jim Duggan and made it to the semifinals before losing to Dick Slater and Earl Robert Eaton. Eventually his name returned to Michael Wallstreet and Mr.
Wallstreet, and in December 1996, he joined the nWo after being offered a membership by former tag team partner Ted DiBiase. While in the nWo, Wallstreet remained in the low midcard. His highest profile match in this period was a loss to Jeff Jarrett at nWo Souled Out in January 1997.
On the April 21 episode of Nitro, Wallstreet was forced out of the nWo when his nWo contract was declared null and void by J. J. Dillon, due to his pre-existing WCW contract. After being forced out of the nWo, he continued to be against WCW by wearing an anti-WCW shirt to the ring and protesting what Dillon said.
In the summer of 1997, he left for New Japan Pro-Wrestling and was a member of nWo Japan.
Education
Mike Rotunda is a graduate of the University of Tampa, where he was on the wrestling team before embarking on his prominent wrestling career. His educational background in sports has aided him greatly in understanding the physical and strategic aspects of wrestling, contributing to his prolonged success in the industry.
Petersburg, Florida. He attended Newark Valley High School in Newark Valley, New York. He transferred to Owego Free Academy where he lettered in football and wrestling. He graduated from OFA in 1976. He participated in amateur wrestling, becoming a sectional champion in the 215 lb class in 1976, and placing 4th at the New York State Championships.
After graduating from high school, Rotunda attended Syracuse University. He competed in football and amateur wrestling, becoming Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association champion in 1981, in the heavyweight division and becoming a letterwinner in 1977, 1978, 1979 and 1981.
