Damian Priest

Damian Priest is a Puerto Rican-American professional wrestler signed to WWE, where he has performed on the main roster and in NXT.

Damian Priest is the ring name of Luis Martínez, a Puerto Rican-American professional wrestler signed to WWE. He is known for his work on the main roster and in NXT, as well as his earlier career in Ring of Honor under the name Punishment Martinez. Priest has held multiple WWE championships, including the World Heavyweight Championship.

Early life and background

Damian Priest was born Luis Martínez in New York City and is described as Puerto Rican-American. Sources note that he was raised in Puerto Rico and had a background in karate before becoming a professional wrestler.

Professional wrestling career

Priest began wrestling in the 2000s and became known in Ring of Honor under the name Punishment Martinez. He joined WWE in 2018, worked in NXT, and later moved to the main roster in 2021.

WWE career highlights

In WWE, Priest won the NXT North American Championship, the United States Championship, the 2023 Men's Money in the Bank match, and the World Heavyweight Championship. WWE also lists him as a multiple-time WWE Tag Team Champion.

Persona and in-ring style

Priest is presented as a power-oriented wrestler with a dark, theatrical character. His listed signature moves include Reckoning, South of Heaven, and Broken Arrow.