Daniel Bryan is an American professional wrestler best known for his work with WWE and his remarkable return to the ring after a series of serious injuries that temporarily halted his career.
Daniel Bryan was born Bryan Lloyd Danielson on May 22, 1981, in Aberdeen, Washington. He was raised by his father, Donald Orrin Danielson, a lumberjack, and his mother, Darlene Jean Danielson, a therapist. Daniel has a brother named Jason Brown and three sisters: Billie Sue Deck, Kelly Marlene Sutera, and Jeri Ann Nagala.
Daniel Bryan rose to prominence as one of WWE’s most technically skilled and charismatic wrestlers. He gained attention for his underdog persona and memorable rivalries, including a notable victory over Dolph Ziggler in a RAW main event. Bryan retired from in-ring competition in 2016 at the age of 34 due to a series of medical issues, most notably related to concussions and brain injuries.
During his time in Ring of Honor (ROH), Bryan sustained a dislocated shoulder and multiple ligament tears, including injuries in both his shoulder and chest. These setbacks, along with repeated concussions, made his WWE career unpredictable at times. In an interview, he disclosed suffering his first concussion just five months into his career. Eventually, recurring concussions led to undiagnosed seizures and prompted his temporary retirement.
Despite these challenges, Bryan underwent extensive medical evaluations, including clearance by neurologists, that eventually allowed his return to wrestling. His comeback was praised and viewed as inspirational by fans and the wrestling community alike.
In June 2019, Bryan and his tag team partner, Erick Rowan, successfully defended their WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships against Heavy Machinery at the Stomping Grounds pay-per-view event.
Following his initial retirement in 2016, Bryan transitioned into a non-wrestling role within WWE. He served as the General Manager of SmackDown Live, where his knowledge and charisma continued to engage audiences outside the ring. His popularity remained high, and his insights provided depth to ongoing storylines and talent development.
On April 11, 2014, Daniel Bryan married fellow WWE Superstar Brie Bella (real name Brianna Monique Garcia-Colace) after nearly three years of dating. Brie retired from professional wrestling on April 6, 2016, shortly after Daniel's temporary retirement. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Birdie Joe Danielson, in May 2017.
Brie Bella, in addition to her wrestling career, is also an actress, model, and YouTube personality. She was born on November 21, 1983, in San Diego, California but raised on a farm in Scottsdale, Arizona. Brie has a twin sister, Nikki Bella, who also had a prolific wrestling career. Together, they were known as "The Bella Twins" and were fan favorites in WWE for their in-ring chemistry and entertainment presence.
| Birth Date: | 22 May, 1981 |
| Age: | 39 yrs |
| Occupations: | Professional wrestler Catch trainer |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Aberdeen |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American professional wrestler |
| Spouse: | Brie Bella [M. 2014] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 10 million |
