Shelton Benjamin Biography

Shelton Benjamin, known as “The Gold Standard,” is a professional wrestler renowned for his agility and athleticism in the ring.

Shelton Benjamin Height, Weight, Age, Body Measurements, Biography & More

Making his WWE television debut in 2002, he quickly rose to prominence with his signature moves like the T-Bone Suplex and the Pay Dirt. Born on July 9, 1975, Benjamin has established himself as a formidable force in the world of professional wrestling.

Early Life

Shelton Benjamin was born on July 9, 1975, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA. Raised in South Carolina, he attended the University of Minnesota for college, although details about his schooling are not known.

Education

Shelton Benjamin’s hometown is Orangeburg, South Carolina, U.S.A. He attended the University of Minnesota for college, but specific details about his schooling and educational qualifications are not known.

Age

Shelton Benjamin was born on July 9, 1975, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, USA. He was 49 years old, with a zodiac sign of Cancer and American nationality.

Physical Stats

Billed at 6 feet 2 inches tall (188 cm), Shelton Benjamin boasts an impressive physique with a weight of 111 kg (245 lbs). His body measurements include a chest size of 46 inches, a waist of 35 inches, and biceps measuring 18 inches. With dark brown eyes and hair, Benjamin’s imposing presence adds to his persona as a formidable professional wrestler.

Wife

Shelton Benjamin is married, but details about his wife’s name and children are not publicly available.

Family

Shelton Benjamin’s family background, including details about his parents and religion, is not publicly known. However, he enjoys playing football and watching movies in his leisure time.

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Amateur Wrestling Career

Benjamin, hailing from Orangeburg, South Carolina, initiated his wrestling journey during his high school years at Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School. He attained remarkable success, clinching two state high school heavyweight wrestling championships.

Continuing his wrestling prowess, Benjamin became a collegiate wrestling champion at Lassen Community College before transferring to the University of Minnesota on a wrestling scholarship. Achieving All-American status twice, he contemplated pursuing Olympic qualification but ultimately opted for a career in professional wrestling.

The Gold Standard (2007–2010)

On the November 20, 2007 episode of ECW, Elijah Burke unveiled Shelton Benjamin as the latest addition to the ECW roster. Transitioning from Raw, Benjamin sported blond hair and adopted the moniker “The Gold Standard,” donning gold wrestling attire. His ECW debut saw him triumph over Tommy Dreamer, marking the beginning of elevated exposure and significant matches. Benjamin’s success continued as he secured a spot in the Royal Rumble match and emerged victorious in a preview event involving over-the-top-rope eliminations.

Track and Field

• National Junior College Athletic Association
• Junior College 100 meter Champion

Amateur Wrestling

• National Junior College Athletic Association
• Junior College National Wrestling Champion
• National Collegiate Athletic Association
• All-American (1997, 1998)

Professional Wrestling

• Millennium Wrestling Federation
• MWF Heavyweight Championship (1 time)[180]
• Ohio Valley Wrestling
• OVW Southern Tag Team Championship (4 times) – with Brock Lesnar (3) and Redd Dogg (1)[181]
• Danny Davis Invitational Tag Team Tournament (2015) – with Charlie Haas
• Pro Wrestling Illustrated
• Tag Team of the Year (2003) with Charlie Haas
• Ranked No. 9 of the 500 top wrestlers in the PWI 500 in 2005

Ring of Honor

• ROH World Tag Team Championship (2 times) – with Charlie Haas

World Wrestling Council

• WWC Universal Heavyweight Championship (1 time)

Some Lesser Known Facts About Shelton Benjamin

• Does Shelton Benjamin smoke: No
• Does Shelton Benjamin drink alcohol: Yes
• Shelton Benjamin and Brock Lesnar were college roommates and also worked as tag team members at the Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW). They went on to win the Tag Team Championships thrice.
• He was ranked one of the top 10 singles wrestlers of 2005 by Pro Wrestling Illustrated, a respected wrestling magazine.
• The Heartbreak kid Shawn Michaels eliminated Shelton Benjamin consecutively at the 2006, 2007 & 2008 editions of Royal Rumble.

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