Damian Priest, born Luis Martinez, is a professional wrestler of Puerto Rican descent, currently competing on the Raw roster of WWE. He achieved significant success in WWE when he won his first major championship at WWE SummerSlam 2021, defeating Sheamus to become the United States Champion. Priest successfully defended his title against high-profile wrestlers such as Sami Zayn and Dolph Ziggler, which solidified his place in the WWE spotlight. Before joining WWE, Priest wrestled under the name “Punishment Martinez” for Ring of Honor (ROH), where he won the ROH World Television Championship and also performed in Japan through a partnership between ROH and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW).
Damian Priest’s journey to professional wrestling began with his martial arts background, as his father was a martial artist. Priest trained in Goju-ryu and won two national championships in full-contact martial arts before making the transition to wrestling. He started his training at the Monster Factory, where he also earned several titles. Between 2015 and 2018, he wrestled under his real name, Luis Martinez, before adopting the ring name “Damian Priest.” After a brief setback, losing the United States Championship to Finn Balor in 2022, he aligned himself with the Judgment Day faction, marking a significant shift in his character as he turned heel.
Damian Priest’s Net Worth and Salary
As of 2024, Damian Priest’s net worth is estimated to be $2 million, a significant figure considering his years of success in professional wrestling. His primary source of income is his WWE salary, which is $300,000 annually. Additionally, Priest earns money from pay-per-view events, royalties from merchandise sales, and other wrestling-related activities. While his income primarily comes from wrestling, details about any other ventures or investments remain undisclosed.
Additional Sources of Income
Damian Priest’s income is largely derived from his wrestling career and merchandise sales. However, there is no publicly available information regarding other potential income streams outside of wrestling.
Damian Priest’s Lifestyle
Priest lives in New York, though specific details about his home are not available. Known for his love of luxury cars, he owns several high-end vehicles, including a Dodge Charger, Lamborghini Huracan, and Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe, which he showcases on his social media. Despite his successful career, there are no reports indicating his involvement in charitable endeavors.
