Solofa Fatu, better known by his ring name “Rikishi,” is a Samoan-American professional wrestler with a net worth of $2 million. Born on October 11, 1965, in San Francisco, California, Fatu stands at six feet one inch tall and weighs 425 pounds. He is most recognized for his time in World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he held the International Championship, as well as winning two World Tag Team Championships and one WWE Tag Team Championship.
Fatu’s wrestling career began in 1985 when he started competing in Montreal for Gino Brito and Dino Bravo. He later formed The Samoan Swat Team with his cousin in the World Wrestling Council (WWC), which eventually became known as The Headshrinkers after they joined WWE. After his cousin’s departure due to injuries, Fatu continued his career as a solo wrestler, participating in various independent circuits before making a return to WWE.
Fatu is also part of the famous Anoa’i wrestling family, with a twin brother named Sam Fatu, also known as “Samu.” He has five children, including twins Jonathan and Joshua Samuel. Over the years, Fatu has gone by several ring names, including Alofa the Polynesian Prince, Headshrinker Fatu, J.R. Smooth, Junior Fatu, Kishi, Rikishi, Riki-Shi, Rikishi Fatu, and The Sultan.
Currently residing in Poinciana, Florida, Rikishi’s legacy in the wrestling world is solidified not only through his championships and memorable performances but also his contributions to the rich history of the Anoa’i family in professional wrestling.
