William Regal - Pro Wrestlers Database

On this page, you find the full wrestling profile of William Regal, with his Career History, real name, age, height and weight, the Promotions he worked for, all the Face/Heel turns, the Championship Titles he won, his Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams and Stables, his appearance changes through the years, and more.

Darren Kenneth Matthews was born in Codsall, Staffordshire, England on May 10, 1968, and he is currently 57 years old.

He is currently a Producer, working for World Wrestling Entertainment.

William Regal has won a total of 17 championships in major promotions during his career. He is also a 1-time King Of The Ring winner.

He is the WWE Vice President of Global Talent Development.

Profile Info

  • GenderMale
  • Real NameDarren Kenneth Matthews
  • Ring Names
    • William Regal (October 9, 2006 - Present)
    • Sir William Regal (May 26, 2006 - October 8, 2006)
    • William Regal (September 18, 2000 - May 25, 2006)
    • Steven Regal (May 18, 1997 - October 10, 2000)
    • Lord Steven Regal (June 12, 1993 - November 30, 1997)
    • Steve Regal (May 10, 1983 - May 9, 1993)
    • Roy Regal (October 11, 1986 - November 27, 1986)
  • Born May 10, 1968 (age 57)
  • NationalityNationality: EnglandEngland
  • Birth PlaceCodsall, Staffordshire, England
  • Billed From
    • Blackpool, England
  • Height 6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
  • Weight
    • 243 lbs (110 kg)
  • NicknamesSir; The Real Man's Man
  • NotesHe is the WWE Vice President of Global Talent Development.

Career History

  • Roles

    • Producer (January 4, 2023 - Present)
    • Coach (March 6, 2022 - December 30, 2022)
    • Manager (March 6, 2022 - November 30, 2022)
    • General Manager (August 28, 2014 - January 5, 2022)
    • Producer (November 22, 2013 - January 5, 2022)
    • Commentator (March 8, 2011 - August 27, 2014)
    • Wrestler (May 10, 1983 - December 25, 2013)
    • General Manager (July 2, 2007 - May 19, 2008)
    • Commissioner (March 8, 2001 - November 18, 2001)
  • Promotions History

    Promotionfromto
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEJanuary 4, 2023Present
    PromotionAll Elite WrestlingAEWMarch 6, 2022December 30, 2022
    PromotionRing of HonorROHJuly 24, 2022November 19, 2022
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand NXT August 28, 2014January 5, 2022
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand 205 Live April 12, 2020August 13, 2020
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEAugust 29, 2011August 27, 2014
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand NXT March 8, 2011December 25, 2013
    PromotionFlorida Championship WrestlingFCWApril 10, 2011June 24, 2012
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand SmackDown April 26, 2011August 28, 2011
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw February 17, 2010April 25, 2011
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand ECW June 29, 2009February 16, 2010
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw June 17, 2007June 28, 2009
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand SmackDown June 30, 2005June 16, 2007
    PromotionDeep South WrestlingDSWFebruary 2, 2006July 23, 2006
    PromotionWorld Wrestling EntertainmentWWEBrand Raw March 25, 2002June 29, 2005
    PromotionWorld Wrestling FederationWWFSeptember 18, 2000March 24, 2002
    PromotionWorld Championship WrestlingWCWAugust 26, 1999February 26, 2000
    PromotionWorld Wrestling FederationWWFJune 29, 1998April 1, 1999
    PromotionWorld Championship WrestlingWCWJanuary 30, 1993February 9, 1998
    Promotion, Relwyskow & Green PromotionsRGPDecember 30, 1991December 30, 1991
    PromotionAugust 3, 1986December 29, 1988
    PromotionRelwyskow & Green PromotionsRGPJanuary 19, 1988December 29, 1988
    PromotionDale Martin PromotionsDMPAugust 3, 1986August 14, 1988
  • Images History

    Jan 2023
    Jan 2023
    Mar 2022
    Mar 2022
    Jan 2018
    Jan 2018
    Nov 2013
    Nov 2013
    Jun 2007
    Jun 2007
    Mar 2002
    Mar 2002
    Sep 2000
    Sep 2000
    Aug 1999
    Aug 1999
    Sep 1998
    Sep 1998
    Jan 1993
    Jan 1993
    Mar 1990
    Mar 1990
    Oct 1986
    Oct 1986
    May 1983
    May 1983
  • Face / Heel Turns

    AlignmentDetailsfromto
    HeelNovember 19, 2022November 30, 2022
    FaceMay 11, 2022November 18, 2022
    TweenerMarch 6, 2022May 10, 2022
    FaceMay 3, 2010March 5, 2022
    HeelAugust 4, 2005May 2, 2010
    FaceApril 26, 2004August 3, 2005
    HeelOctober 8, 2001April 25, 2004
    FaceJune 24, 2001October 7, 2001
    HeelJune 12, 1993June 23, 2001
    FaceJanuary 30, 1993June 11, 1993
  • Card Positions

    StatusDetailsfromto
    WWE Mid CardJuly 10, 2013December 25, 2013
    WWE Low CardSeptember 22, 2012July 9, 2013
    WWE InactiveCommentating/backstage workNovember 11, 2011September 21, 2012
    WWE Mid CardMay 3, 2011November 10, 2011
    NXT Low CardFebruary 17, 2010May 2, 2011
    ECW Upper CardAugust 6, 2009February 16, 2010
    ECW Mid CardJuly 28, 2008August 5, 2009
    RAW InactiveSecond Wellness Policy violationMay 20, 2008July 27, 2008
    RAW Mid CardSeptember 1, 2007May 19, 2008
    RAW InactiveFirst Wellness Policy violationSeptember 4, 2007August 31, 2007
    RAW Mid CardJuly 14, 2006September 3, 2007
    SD Low CardDecember 17, 2005July 13, 2006
    SD Mid CardApril 5, 2004December 16, 2005
    RAW InjuredHeart parasite/ConcussionFebruary 24, 2003April 4, 2004
    RAW Mid CardSeptember 18, 2000February 23, 2003
    WCW Mid CardAugust 26, 1999February 26, 2000
    WWE InactiveDrug rehabNovember 29, 1998April 1, 1999
    WWE Low CardSeptember 14, 1998November 28, 1998
    WWE InjuredTwisted ankleJuly 12, 1998September 13, 1998
    WWE Mid CardJune 29, 1998July 11, 1998
    WCW Mid CardJune 16, 1993February 9, 1998
    WCW Low CardJanuary 30, 1993June 15, 1993
  • Finishers

    • Regal Stretch - Arm Trap Cross-legged STF (January 30, 1993 - December 25, 2013)
    • Knee Trembler - Running Knee Lift (June 30, 2005 - December 25, 2013)
    • Power of the Punch - Left-handed Knockout Punch with brass knuckles (January 20, 2002 - April 25, 2004)
    • Regal Cutter - Arm Trap Neckbreaker (May 25, 2000 - January 20, 2002)
  • Theme Songs

    • Theme Song"Regality" by Jim Johnston - Single (February 17, 2010 - January 5, 2022)
    • Theme Song"Promenade V2" by Jim Johnston - Single (June 29, 2009 - February 16, 2010)
    • Theme Song"Regality" by Jim Johnston - Single (November 18, 2001 - June 28, 2009)
    • Theme Song"Promenade" by Jim Johnston - Single (May 25, 2000 - November 17, 2001)
    • Theme Song"Trumpet Voluntary in D Major (The Prince of Denmark's March) by Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Jeremiah Clarke - Single (August 26, 1999 - February 26, 2000)
    • Theme Song"Real Man's Man" by Jim Johnston - Single (June 29, 1998 - April 1, 1999)
    • Theme Song"Trumpet Voluntary in D Major (The Prince of Denmark's March) by Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Jeremiah Clarke - Single (January 23, 1996 - February 9, 1998)
    • Theme Song"Noble Occasion" by Steve Hodges - Single (January 30, 1993 - January 22, 1996)

Titles & Accomplishments

Teams & Relations

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