Glenn Thomas Jacobs, the man behind the wrestling persona Kane, has been married to his wife, Crystal Maurisa Goins, since 1995.
Born on April 26, 1967, in Torrejón de Ardoz, Spain, Kane began his wrestling career in 1992 after being trained by notable wrestlers like Dean Malenko and Ray Candy.
Early in his career, he wrestled under various names such as “Angus King” and “The Christmas Creature,” gaining experience in promotions like USWA, WCW, and Smoky Mountain Wrestling.
In Smoky Mountain Wrestling, he teamed up with Al Snow as the “Dynamic Duo” and captured his first championship.
Jacobs made his WWE debut in 1995 under personas like “Mike Unabomb,” “Isaac Yankem, DDS,” and “Fake Diesel,” but these characters failed to gain popularity.
However, in 1997, he was reintroduced as Kane, the masked, pyrokinetic “brother” of The Undertaker.
Kane debuted dramatically at “Badd Blood: In Your House,” interrupting the first Hell in a Cell match.
This marked the beginning of a legendary rivalry with The Undertaker, which eventually turned into a powerful partnership called “The Brothers of Destruction.”
Over the years, Kane achieved major success, including winning the WWE Championship in 1998 and the World Heavyweight Championship in 2010 after cashing in his Money in the Bank contract.
He also excelled in tag team wrestling, winning titles with partners like The Undertaker, Big Show, and Daniel Bryan.
In 2003, Kane unmasked, revealing a more unstable and intense side to his character.
Later, he adopted the role of “Corporate Kane” as part of The Authority.
Despite these transformations, Kane’s menacing and iconic persona remained at the heart of his wrestling legacy.
As of December 2024, Kane has retired from in-ring competition in WWE, but he has not formally announced a complete retirement from the wrestling business.
Outside the ring, Glenn Jacobs pursued a political career and was elected as the Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, in 2018 and was re-elected for the same post in 2022.
Meet Crystal Maurisa Goins, Kane’s Supportive Wife and Business Partner
Kane married Crystal Maurisa Goins on August 23, 1995, and they’ve now been together for nearly three decades.
They met in college and briefly separated, during which Crystal married someone else, but fate brought them back together, leading to their marriage.
Born on November 30, 1959, Crystal is seven years older than her husband.
She grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, and graduated from Elizabeth High School.
After high school, she pursued higher education, earning a degree in psychology from East Tennessee State University, followed by a master’s degree in the same field.
Crystal Maurisa Goins has built a diverse career, becoming a prominent figure in both the non-profit and real estate sectors.
Since 2016, she has served as the President of Kane’s Crusaders, a charitable organization.
She is also the President of Jacobs Rentals, LLC, and the Principal Broker/Owner of Crystal Jacobs Realty, which serves all of East Tennessee.
Crystal has a background in counseling, having worked at East Tennessee State University until 2013, helping many students navigate their academic journeys.
Together with her husband, she co-founded “The Jacobs Agency Allstate Insurance,” which offers a range of services, including automobile, home, life, and commercial insurance.
Beyond her work in real estate and insurance, Crystal is passionate about supporting non-governmental organizations and has worked with several in the past.
As an animal lover, she has saved many animals in her neighborhood, showcasing her compassionate side.
Crystal is also active on social media, where she shares content with her followers, including tips on home décor and design.
In addition to her work in real estate, Crystal is now associated with Exit Key Real Estate, as listed in her Instagram bio.
Throughout her husband’s career in both wrestling and politics, Crystal has always been his greatest supporter, playing a key role in his professional journey by providing strength and guidance.
Though Kane and Crystal don’t have biological children together, Crystal has two daughters from her previous marriage: Arista Metcalf and Devan Laura.
Arista is married to Corey Metcalf, and Devan is married to Clint Fox.
The couple also has two grandchildren – a grandson and a granddaughter – through Arista.
Currently, Crystal and Kane live in Knox County, Tennessee, where they continue to enjoy a fulfilling life together.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- The WWE inducted Kane into its Hall of Fame in 2021.
- He made his film debut as “Jacob Goodnight” in WWE Studios’ first production, “See No Evil,” released on May 19, 2006.
- He belongs to the Republican political party.
