what wrestlers are into crypto

The Most Prominent & Entrepreneurial

These wrestlers went beyond just investing and launched their own projects.

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   The Miz: One of the earliest and most prominent adopters. He launched his own "Miz Money" token and was a major promoter for the now-defunct crypto exchange FTX, appearing in their commercials.

2. Eve Torres & Ronda Rousey: Both were key figures in "The Baddest Token" ($BDT), a project on the Solana blockchain connected to Rousey's "Baddest" brand. They were heavily involved in promoting it to their fan bases.

3. Cody Rhodes: During his indie/AEW run, Cody was a huge proponent of crypto. He famously took payment for a match in Bitcoin and launched his own "Cody Rhodes" token. He has spoken extensively about his belief in the technology.

4. Matt Cardona (Zack Ryder): The "Indy God" is a master of monetization and launched his own "Cardona Coin" as part of his persona. He's also deeply involved in NFTs related to his wrestling figure collection.

Major Investors & Promoters

These wrestlers have publicly endorsed or invested in major crypto projects.

1. Brock Lesnar: Appeared in a famous, meme-worthy commercial for the crypto platform Coinbase during a WWE event, introducing him to a whole new audience.

2. Seth Rollins: Has been a vocal investor and proponent of Bitcoin and Ethereum for years. He's discussed his portfolio and strategy on various podcasts.

3. Logan Paul: While also a boxer and influencer, his wrestling career makes him relevant. He is deeply enmeshed in the crypto and NFT space, launching his own "99 Originals" NFT project and being a major promoter of various tokens.

4. Chris Jericho: A long-time supporter, Jericho has talked about investing in Bitcoin and Ethereum. He also ventured into the NFT space with "Jericho Chronicles" digital collectibles.

5. Mark Henry: The "World's Strongest Man" is a vocal advocate for Bitcoin, often discussing it as a tool for financial freedom and wealth building, especially for younger generations.

Involved in NFTs & Digital Collectibles

The NFT craze was particularly big in wrestling, with many wrestlers launching their own digital trading cards and art.

1. Steve Austin: "Stone Cold" launched a highly successful NFT collection on the WWE Moonsault platform, featuring iconic moments from his career.

2. The Undertaker: Released a series of NFTs tied to his legendary persona, including animated art and video packages.

3. Triple H & Shawn Michaels: As part of D-Generation X, they released a collection of NFTs commemorating their infamous faction.

4. Bayley: Was an early adopter of NFTs and released her own "Ding Dong, Hello!" themed collection.

Important Caveat and "Crypto Winter" Context

The crypto market has been extremely volatile. Many of the projects wrestlers promoted, especially the specific tokens, have lost most or all of their value since the peak. The collapse of FTX (which had deals with The Miz and others) was a major event that highlighted the risks.

• High Risk: Wrestling fans should be aware that celebrity-endorsed crypto projects are often high-risk investments. The primary person making money can sometimes be the celebrity through a promotion fee, not the investors.

• Do Your Own Research (DYOR): This is the golden rule in crypto. Never invest based solely on a celebrity's endorsement.

In summary, while the initial gold rush has cooled, a core group of wrestlers like Seth Rollins and Mark Henry remain long-term believers in the technology of Bitcoin and Ethereum, while others have moved on from their specific token projects.