Ezekiel Jackson
Ezekiel Jackson, a Guyanese-American wrestler, gained fame in WWE for his exceptional strength and athleticism, capturing the ECW Championship twice and the Intercontinental Championship once.
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Ezekiel Jackson, born Rycklon Stephens, is a Guyanese-American retired professional wrestler and bodybuilder best known for his time with WWE. He was the final ECW Champion under WWE’s ECW brand and a former WWE Intercontinental Champion.
Born on April 22, 1978, in Plaisance, Guyana, Jackson excelled in track and field, representing his country at regional competitions. He attended Plaisance Primary School and St. Stanislaus College in Georgetown, Guyana, before pursuing a business management degree at the University of Guyana.
Jackson began his professional wrestling career in 2007 with WWE, initially assigned to their developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW). He captured the FCW Florida Heavyweight Championship in 2008 before making his main roster debut as Ezekiel Jackson, a dominant and powerful wrestler known for his signature move, the “Book End.”
Jackson formed a successful tag team with William Regal, winning the WWE Tag Team Championship in 2009. He achieved individual glory by defeating Chris Jericho at Extreme Rules in 2010 to win the WWE Intercontinental Championship. Throughout his WWE career, he engaged in memorable feuds with top stars like John Cena, Randy Orton, and The Big Show.
After leaving WWE in 2014, Jackson continued his wrestling career in various independent promotions, including Lucha Underground, where he competed under the name “Big Ryck.” He also had notable matches against Jeff Cobb and Ricky Atlas.
Jackson is married to Malissa Stephens and has two children. He is actively involved in charity work, supporting organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Special Olympics. Known for his impressive physique, standing at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing over 280 pounds, Jackson also holds a business management degree. Prior to wrestling, he worked as a security guard and a bouncer.
Ezekiel Jackson’s impact on professional wrestling is undeniable. His athleticism, strength, and charisma made him a fan favorite, and his contributions to the sport will be remembered for years to come.