Raquel Rodriguez, born Victoria Gonzalez on January 12, 1991, in La Feria, Texas, is an American professional wrestler currently competing for WWE on the SmackDown brand. A second-generation wrestler, she is the daughter of Rick Gonzalez, a former professional wrestler. Before stepping into the world of wrestling, Raquel was a college basketball player at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. She was signed by WWE in October 2016 and made her debut in January 2017 under the ring name Victoria. She initially participated in the Mae Young Classic but was eliminated early in the tournament.
Raquel’s career took off when she began wrestling under the name Raquel Gonzalez. In 2020, she gained significant attention by interfering in a street fight between Dakota Kai and Tegan Nox, which allowed Kai to win. Raquel then became Kai’s bodyguard before the two formed a stable and went on to win the Women’s Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, earning a shot at the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship. The duo went on to capture the titles but lost them shortly after. Raquel’s singles career flourished in 2021 when she defeated Io Shirai to become the NXT Women’s Champion at NXT TakeOver: Stand & Deliver. She held the title for 202 days before losing it in a later title defense. Raquel later transitioned to WWE’s main roster under the name Raquel Rodriguez, making her SmackDown debut in 2022.
Raquel Rodriguez has an estimated net worth of $500,000 to $700,000 as of 2022, with her primary income coming from her WWE salary, which is reported to be around $200,000 per year. She also earns money through pay-per-view appearances, merchandise sales, and brand endorsements. As for her personal life, Raquel is currently dating Braun Strowman, a former WWE Champion. Despite being in the spotlight, she has kept her personal details private and is not married and has no children.
Throughout her career, Raquel Rodriguez has been recognized for her achievements in WWE, including being a former NXT Women’s Champion and a two-time NXT Women’s Tag Team Champion. She is an active presence on social media, with significant followings on platforms like Instagram and Twitter. Known for her strength, charisma, and athleticism, Raquel continues to make her mark in WWE, with a bright future ahead in professional wrestling.
