Matt Cardona, an American wrestler and TNA competitor, is married to his wife, Chelsea Green, a professional wrestler.
Matt and Chelsea began dating in January 2017, after being introduced by Cody and Brandi Rhodes.
Initially, Green did not have an interest in dating a wrestler, to the point of even unfollowing Cardona on Twitter.
Cardona felt the same way. He once said:
I didn’t want to date a wrestler. I won’t say I was peer pressured into dating you (Chelsea), but Cody [Rhodes] and Brandi set us up.
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However, Cardona ended up messaging Green on social media. And after their second date, Green said, “This is it. I love him. That’s that.”
After being in a relationship for two years, they were engaged on April 4, 2019. Their engagement date was also Chelsea’s 28th birthday.
Although they had planned to get married sooner, the wedding was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
They were finally married on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2021, in Las Vegas. The wedding was star-studded, with many of their friends from the professional wrestling world.
Some of Green’s bridesmaids included Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D., Deonna Purrazzo, Santana Garrett, and Taya Valkyrie.
Among Cardona’s groomsmen were Brian Myers, Dolph Ziggler, John Morrison, The Miz, and Cody Rhodes.
The couple does not have a child as of now. When asked about children, Chelsea said:
I think that is definitely the natural step. With Cassie [Lee] and [Shawn] Spears getting pregnant too. I feel like 2023-2024 you’re going to see a lot of turnaround for the women of my age group. It’s also hard because unlike Matt I can’t keep wrestling. I do have to take time off and focus on just being a mom. I have to make sure it’s the right time for me, but it’s never the right time.
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The Cardonas have risen to become one of the most talked-about and popular couples in professional wrestling.
Their first time teaming together came at Slammiversary in Impact Wrestling, where they faced Brian Myers and Tenille Dashwood, showcasing undeniable chemistry in the ring.
They continued building this momentum by appearing in multiple promotions, including Impact Wrestling, GCW, NWA, and several others.
As a team, they also faced notable opponents like Effy and Allie Katch, collectively known as BUSSY, as well as Deonna Purrazzo and Matthew Rehwoldt.
Together, the Cardonas have found success not only as a duo but also through their individual accomplishments.
With the immense talent and dedication they both bring, they have secured their place as one of wrestling’s strongest power couples.
WWE shot down an idea from GCW to have Matt Cardona & Chelsea Green vs Joey Janela & Megan Bayne at the Hammerstein Ballroom show on 19th of January.
— Cultaholic Wrestling (@Cultaholic) December 13, 2024
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Today, Chelsea Green is back performing in WWE, while Matt Cardona continues to make his mark across a variety of promotions.
What remains clear is that both inside the squared circle and in their personal life, their love and connection continue to shine brightly.
Who Is Matt Cardona’s Wife, Chelsea Green? Everything About Her Career in Wrestling
Matt Cardona’s wife, Chelsea Green, born on April 4, 1991, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, has established herself as one of the most prominent figures in the professional wrestling industry.
From an early age, she was inspired by WWE’s Kelly Kelly, who motivated her to pursue a career in the wrestling industry.
Chelsea trained under the guidance of renowned wrestler Lance Storm and at the WWE Performance Center, where she refined her athleticism and character development before stepping into full-time wrestling.
She has performed across multiple promotions, including the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), Ring of Honor (ROH), World Wonder Ring Stardom, and Impact Wrestling, demonstrating her versatility under different ring names such as Laurel Van Ness and Reklusa.
On the independent circuit, Chelsea competed under the ring name Jaida, participating in tournaments and tag team championships, including a notable victory alongside Taeler Hendrix in the Queens of Combat Tag Team Championship.
She also toured Japan with World Wonder Ring Stardom, competing in the Goddesses of Stardom Tag League and challenging top stars like Kairi Hojo, which strengthened her international wrestling reputation.
In WWE, Chelsea has become a key performer on the SmackDown brand. Currently, she leads The Green Regime stable, while also earning the distinction of being the inaugural WWE Women’s United States Champion.
Her accomplishments include winning the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship, showcasing her ability to succeed in both singles and tag team competition.
Throughout her career, Chelsea has built a strong presence in North America and internationally, earning respect from both peers and fans for her dedication and talent.
Her story highlights not only her personal success but also the shared achievements she has made with her husband, Matt Cardona, who has supported her every step of the way in her wrestling journey.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Matt Cardona, whose full name is Matthew Brett Cardona, was born on May 14, 1985, in Merrick, New York, USA.
- During high school, he battled synovial sarcoma, a rare form of cancer that began in his foot and eventually spread to his lungs, causing him to miss an entire year of school.
- Matt trained under the guidance of Mikey Whipwreck and made his professional wrestling debut in 2004.
- He began his career on the independent circuit, frequently teaming with Brian Myers to gain experience and recognition.
