Pro wrestler Eddie Kingston (legal name Edward Moore) is not your average pro wrestler. With a blue-collar New Yorker attitude and a frank discussion of his mental health struggles, the Bronx-born Kingston has become one of the most beloved performers in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). After nearly two decades on wrestling’s independent scene, he channelled his aggression to win the New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Strong Openweight Championship and then claimed the Ring of Honor World Championship, the highest prize in AEW’s developmental brand in 2023.

The fame isn’t the point for Kingston, when he is in the ring, his mind goes blank, and he feels free as it becomes a place for his anger to be channeled. Kingston shares his struggles publicly, discussing his troubled past, anger issues, and mental health on-screen, leading his real-life problems to be incorporated into his character’s storylines.

Despite his success, Kingston identifies with the underdogs and considers that he understands the lowest of the low. With a new moniker in recent times, King of the Bums, he has embraced his struggles while also winning fan’s hearts with the authenticity of his roller-coaster wrestling journey. Not considered the typical pro wrestler, Kingston’s unique journey has been a testament to his resilience and identity. In 2023, he was able to gain recognition in the wrestling community by winning top titles. His character, steeped in authenticity and his life experiences, has not only won him spots in high-profile matches but also the admiration and respect of wrestling fans.