Billy Gunn

Billy Gunn is the ring name of Monty Kip Sopp, an American professional wrestler born in Orlando, Florida.

Billy Gunn is the ring name of Monty Kip Sopp, an American professional wrestler born in Orlando, Florida. He is best known for his long run in WWE, where he became a multiple-time tag team champion and won the 1999 King of the Ring, and for later work in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2019 as part of D-Generation X.

Professional wrestling career

Billy Gunn began wrestling in the mid-1980s and gained major visibility in WWF/WWE during the 1990s and 2000s. He became known for tag team success, later wrestling for TNA/Impact Wrestling under the name Kip James and joining AEW in 2019.

Championships and accolades

His career highlights include multiple WWE tag team title reigns, the Intercontinental Championship, the Hardcore Championship, and victory in the 1999 King of the Ring tournament. He was also inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2019 as part of D-Generation X.

Character and personas

Gunn performed under several gimmicks and ring names, including Rockabilly, Mr. Ass, Billy G, and Kip James. These personas were used across different eras and promotions during his career.

Later career in AEW

In AEW, Gunn has been active as both an in-ring performer and behind-the-scenes staff member. Sources describe him as serving as a coach, producer, or booking agent during his AEW tenure.