Who Is P. J. Black? Age, Biography and Wiki
As of 2025, P. J. Black is 44 years old. He first gained fame in the wrestling world under the ring name "Justin Gabriel" in WWE, where he showcased his high-flying style and charisma. Over the years, he has made a name for himself in various promotions, including Lucha Underground, where he became a significant draw.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 3, 1981 |
| Age | 44 Years |
| Birth Place | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country | South Africa |
Popularity
P. J. Black's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
P. J. Black stands tall at 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm) and has a competitive weight of approximately 215 lbs (98 kg). His athletic build and impressive physique are essential components of his wrestling repertoire, allowing him to perform high-risk maneuvers that thrill audiences.
Sporting a new biker-look that included a beard, black vest and shoulder-length hair, Black wrestled NWA World Champion Nick Aldis to a five minute time limit draw at the 29 April 2018 Championship Wrestling from Hollywood TV taping, thereby earning a future opportunity at Aldis' title.
Aldis had issued an open challenge offering to give any competitor lasting five minutes in the ring with him a future title opportunity. Black wrestled the champion after he had handily defeated two local competitors in singles matches.
Black was scheduled to face Nick Aldis for the NWA Heavyweight Championship, the date and venue were set, but according to Aldis on NWA's Ten Pounds of Gold, Black "pulled out". After Black begun appearing for Ring of Honor (ROH), the match was booked again. It happened during ROH's television taping on January 12, 2019.
At the event he lost the match to Aldis.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, P. J. Black's relationship status remains relatively private. While he has been linked to various personalities in the past, there is currently no confirmed information about his boyfriend or girlfriend. He seems to focus on his career and personal growth, allowing fans to speculate about his personal life while he remains tight-lipped on the matter.
A second-generation wrestler, Lloyd was initially trained by his father. Debuting in 1997 at the age of 16, where he competed in the United Kingdom and South Africa and was the inaugural winner of the WWP World Cruiserweight Championship in World Wrestling Professionals as P. J. Black.
Net Worth and Salary
P. J. Black has seen a successful career in wrestling that has translated into substantial earnings. As of 2025, his estimated net worth is around $1-2 million, largely accumulated from his wrestling contracts, merchandise sales, and various appearances. His salary varies based on the promotions and events he participates in, making it challenging to pinpoint an exact figure.
On the 7 June 2010 episode of Raw, Gabriel and the other season one NXT rookies turned heel (villainous) by interfering in the Viewer's Choice main event match between John Cena and CM Punk, attacking both competitors, the announcing team and Justin Roberts, the ring announcer before dismantling the ring area and surrounding equipment.
The following week on Raw, the rookies (excluding Daniel Bryan who had been released) attacked general manager Bret Hart, when he refused to give them contracts. At the Fatal 4-Way pay-per-view, the seven rookies interfered in the WWE Championship match and cost Cena the championship.
The following week on Raw, Vince McMahon fired Hart and announced the hiring of a new general manager, who had signed the seven season one NXT rookies to contracts. The following week, the group was named The Nexus.
On the 12 July episode of Raw, The Nexus competed in their first match together, without Darren Young, a six–on–one handicap match against John Cena, which they won when Gabriel pinned Cena. The Nexus continued to feud with Cena and the Raw roster, resulting in a seven-on-seven elimination tag team match at SummerSlam.
Gabriel was one of the final two Nexus members in the match, but Cena's team won when Cena eliminated Gabriel and then Barrett to win the match.
Career, Business and Investments
Over the years, P. J. Black has not only made a mark in wrestling but has also ventured into other business opportunities. His career includes stints in major wrestling promotions and involvement in various independent circuits. He has invested in merchandise related to his wrestling brand and has made efforts to promote his skills through training and workshops.
Additionally, P. J. Black has collaborated on several projects as a creative consultant and guest trainer in wrestling schools, further enhancing his business acumen within the industry.
He debuted for the South African promotion World Wrestling Professionals (WWP) in 2005. In 2006, he returned to South Africa full-time, and returned to WWP. His most notable feuds during his tenure in WWP were against Tornado, Dameon Duke, Mikey Whiplash, and Joe E. Legend.
On 1 November 2007, Black became the promotion's inaugural World Cruiserweight Champion, by defeating The Playa in a match to determine the inaugural champion. After holding the championship for 13 days, he lost it to Lizzard on 14 November. He then declared his intentions to compete in WWP's heavyweight division.
Lloyd challenged unsuccessfully for the WWP World Heavyweight Championship against Joe E Legend on a WWP Thunderstrike episode that aired on 10 January 2009. During the match he suffered minor burns to the face after a fireball spot did not go as originally planned, and he had to be treated in hospital.
His final match in South Africa took place on 8 November 2008 at WWP's bi-annual Carnival City Casino show, where he was defeated by Terri Middoux in front of a record attendance.
Social Network
P. J. Black is active on various social media platforms, where he engages with fans and shares glimpses of his life and wrestling career. You can follow him on:
- Instagram: @pjblack (for personal updates and behind-the-scenes content)
- Twitter: @PJBLAK (to stay updated on his wrestling events and personal thoughts)
At Money in the Bank, Gabriel participated in the SmackDown Money in the Bank ladder match, which was won by Daniel Bryan. For the rest of 2011, Gabriel scored many wins on Superstars over wrestlers like Tyson Kidd, JTG and Jinder Mahal, but was not as successful on other shows.
On Raw, he failed to win a battle royal for the WWE Intercontinental Championship on 26 September 2011; while on SmackDown, he lost singles matches to Wade Barrett, Hunico and Cody Rhodes.
Education
P. J. Black received training through various wrestling schools. His education in the sport, paired with his natural talent, has paved the way for his successful career in professional wrestling. Further details about his formal education remain private, but his dedication to lifelong learning is evidenced by his continuous improvement in the ring.
