Who Is Steve Keirn? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Steve Keirn was born on September 10, 1951, making him 73 years old in 2025. Renowned for his significant contributions to the world of professional wrestling, Keirn has made a name for himself both in and out of the squared circle. With over four decades of experience, he has carved out an illustrious career, performing under various promotions and with numerous accolades.
| Occupation | Wrestlers |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | September 10, 1951 |
| Age | 73 Years |
| Birth Place | Tampa, Florida, U.S. |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
| Country | U.S |
Popularity
Steve Keirn's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Steve Keirn stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) and weighs approximately 220 pounds (100 kg). While he may no longer be an active wrestler, his physique reflects years of dedication to fitness and health.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Steve Keirn tends to keep his personal life private, but it is known that he has been married in the past. As of 2025, there are no confirmed reports of a boyfriend or significant other. His focus largely remains on his career and legacy in wrestling rather than romantic entanglements.
Keirn graduated from Robinson High School in Port Tampa. His father, Richard Keirn, was a B-17 pilot who was shot down over Germany in September 1944 and became a POW. In July 1965, when Stephen was 13, Richard was shot down over Vietnam and again taken prisoner. He was held in the Hanoi Hilton for seven and half years.
While his father was imprisoned, Steve hung out with his school friend Mike Graham whose father Eddie Graham was a wrestling booker, who was later inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame.
Net Worth and Salary
Steve Keirn's estimated net worth in 2025 is $3 million. His wealth stems from his extensive career as a professional wrestler, as well as various business ventures and appearances in related entertainment fields. His salary and earnings from wrestling matches and merchandise sales have greatly contributed to his financial success.
Career, Business, and Investments
Keirn began his wrestling career in the late 1970s and quickly rose to prominence in the Florida wrestling scene. He is best known for his time in the WWF (now WWE) where he performed under the ring name "Skinner."
In addition to his wrestling accolades, Keirn has dabbled in various business ventures, including wrestling schools and training programs. His investments have been primarily focused on the wrestling industry, establishing himself as a mentor for aspiring wrestlers.
Much of Keirn's early career was spent wrestling as part of a tag team. While wrestling in Championship Wrestling from Florida (CWF), he held the NWA Florida Tag Team Championship twelve times; once each with Bob Backlund, Jimmy Garvin, and Brian Blair, and nine times with Mike Graham. In addition, the team of Keirn and Graham won the NWA Florida United States Tag Team Championship three times.
Social Network
Keirn maintains a presence on social media platforms where he engages with fans and shares insights from his wrestling journey. His social media accounts include:
Education
While specific details about Steve Keirn's educational background are not widely publicized, it is known that he balanced his athletic pursuits with his academics during his younger years. His education likely played a role in his ability to promote himself and manage his career effectively.
Since the late 1980s, Keirn has run a school to train wrestlers. Originally located in Tampa, Florida, Keirn's "Professional Wrestling School of Hard Knocks" is now located in Brandon, Florida. Keirn helped train many wrestlers, including Mike Awesome, Dennis Knight, Diamond Dallas Page, Dustin Rhodes, Tracy Smothers, and Roman Reigns.
The school was incorporated into the WWE's developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling, which opened on June 26, 2007, and Keirn was named President of the FCW and made regular appearances on FCW television.
