Fergal Devitt, better known by his ring name Finn Bálor, is a celebrated Irish professional wrestler widely recognized for his dynamic presence in the WWE, particularly for his intense and theatrical "Demon" alter ego. His innovative in-ring style and character work have earned him acclaim among fans and peers alike.
Born on July 25, 1981, in Bray, County Wicklow, Ireland, Finn Bálor attended St. Cronan’s School, where he participated in football and developed an early interest in professional wrestling. Inspired by classic British and American wrestlers such as The British Bulldogs, Rick Rude, and Mr. Perfect, Bálor pursued martial arts during his youth and became a first-degree black belt in IBF submission wrestling. These early experiences laid the foundation for his athletic prowess and psychological storytelling in the ring.
Finn Bálor signed with WWE on May 15, 2014, joining its developmental division, NXT. He debuted on the October 23, 2014, episode of NXT, aligning with Hideo Itami in a televised match where they defeated Tyson Kidd and Justin Gabriel. Bálor's breakout moment came at NXT TakeOver: London, where he defeated Samoa Joe to retain the NXT Championship. His reign lasted 292 days, making him the longest-reigning NXT Champion at the time, before eventually losing the title to Samoa Joe in April 2016.
Following his NXT success, Bálor was drafted to WWE’s main roster on RAW. He made an immediate impact by defeating Cesaro, Rusev, and Kevin Owens in a Fatal 4-Way match, then beating Roman Reigns to qualify for the inaugural WWE Universal Championship match. At SummerSlam in August 2016, he defeated Seth Rollins to become the first-ever WWE Universal Champion. Unfortunately, a shoulder injury sustained during the match forced him to vacate the title the next night, though the victory cemented his place as one of WWE's top-tier stars.
In August 2019, Finn Bálor faced off against Bray Wyatt’s terrifying new persona, The Fiend, at SummerSlam. The match highlighted Bálor’s ongoing inner conflict between his standard ring persona and the darker Demon King character. Despite a valiant effort using his signature moves, including the Sling Blade and the Coup de Grâce, Bálor was ultimately defeated by The Fiend, who used the mandible claw to secure a memorable victory. The match marked a turning point in Bálor’s character trajectory and storytelling depth.
Finn Bálor’s first publicly known relationship within WWE was with Cathy Kelley, a WWE on-air personality and journalist. The relationship garnered media attention given their shared involvement in the company’s programming.
Following the end of that relationship, Bálor became engaged to sports journalist Vero Rodríguez. Their relationship became public when Rodríguez interviewed him during a Champions League soccer event. Despite trying to maintain a professional tone, the chemistry between the two was evident. The couple later confirmed their engagement and married in August 2019. Rodríguez, a prominent WWE fan herself, is also known for hosting a WWE-themed show on Fox Sports Mexico.
| Birth Date: | 25 Jul, 1981 |
| Age: | 39 yrs |
| Occupations: | Professional wrestler |
| Citizenship: | Ireland |
| Birth Place: | Dublin |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Irish professional wrestler |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
