Mami wishes her 'Pappi' Buddy Matthews on his Birthday with an emotional post

WWE star Rhea Ripley took a moment away from her larger-than-life character to send an emotional birthday message to her real-life husband, AEW wrestler Buddy Matthews. Ripley, who is often seen on-screen alongside Dominik Mysterio, is in reality married to Matthews, an accomplished wrestler himself.

On her Instagram, Ripley expressed her deep love and gratitude for Buddy Matthews on his special day, writing, "Happy Aussie Birthday to the LOML! Love You Til Death!" This touching tribute highlighted the special bond the couple shares, not just as partners in life but also as athletes who support each other’s growth and success.

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The power couple’s journey together began when they first met in WWE, where both made their mark in the wrestling world. While Ripley has continued to shine in WWE, becoming one of its top stars, Matthews transitioned to AEW, a rising wrestling promotion that has attracted many former WWE talents.

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Despite working for different wrestling brands, the pair’s relationship blossomed, and they made their romance public in 2022 by sharing fitness posts on social media. In June 2024, the couple tied the knot, cementing their commitment to one another.

Ripley has achieved remarkable success in her WWE career, having been crowned ESPN’s Female Wrestler of the Year in 2023 and winning the prestigious WWE Women’s World Championship at WrestleMania 39. Matthews, too, boasts an impressive career, including winning the WWE Cruiserweight Championship and the AEW World Trios Championship.

While their paths in professional wrestling may have diverged, Rhea Ripley and Matthews continue to support each other both personally and professionally. As Ripley expressed in a podcast interview earlier this year, “He also loves to help me along the way and help me grow, which is what a relationship should be. It’s a team.”