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Maxxine Dupri

Maxxine Dupri is the ring name of Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel, an American professional wrestler and manager signed to WWE.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Maxxine Dupri is the ring name of Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel, an American professional wrestler and manager signed to WWE. She appears on the Raw brand and is known for her roles in Maximum Male Models and Alpha Academy. Dupri won the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship.

Career

Zmrzel began in WWE developmental television under the name Sofia Cromwell before debuting on the main roster as Maxxine Dupri in 2022. She later shifted from manager to wrestler, joining Alpha Academy and competing regularly on Raw.

Maximum Male Models

As Maxxine Dupri, she was introduced as part of the Maximum Male Models storyline, serving as director of talent and presented as the sister of Max Dupri. The character was associated with the stable during its SmackDown run.

Alpha Academy and in-ring career

In 2023, she moved to Alpha Academy and started wrestling more frequently after training with Chad Gable, Otis, and WWE Performance Center coaches. WWE later described her as a rising star on Raw.

Championship success

WWE states that Dupri won the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, marking a major milestone in her in-ring career. This established her as both a manager-turned-wrestler and a titleholder.

Key facts

  • Maxxine Dupri debuted on SmackDown in July 2022 as part of Maximum Male Models.
  • She later joined Alpha Academy in May 2023 and began training as a wrestler.
  • She won the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship.
  • Her real name is Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel.
  • She previously appeared in NXT as Sofia Cromwell.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Maxxine Dupri?
Maxxine Dupri is the WWE ring name of Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel, an American professional wrestler and manager.
What brand is Maxxine Dupri on?
WWE lists her on the Raw brand.
What was Maxxine Dupri’s first main roster role?
She debuted as the director of talent for Maximum Male Models and the storyline sister of Max Dupri.
What is Maxxine Dupri’s real name?
Her real name is Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel.
Has Maxxine Dupri held a WWE title?
Yes. WWE lists her as a Women’s Intercontinental Champion.
Did Maxxine Dupri start as a wrestler?
No. She first appeared as a manager before transitioning into in-ring competition.

References

  1. WWE — https://www.wwe.com/superstars/maxxine-dupri
    Supports: Official profile with ring name, brand, character background, and championship status.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxxine_Dupri
    Supports: Main roster debut date and Maximum Male Models debut context.
  3. German Wikipedia — https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxxine_Dupri
    Supports: Departure from Maximum Male Models and joining Alpha Academy in May 2023.
  4. French Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maxxine_Dupri
    Supports: Birth name Sydney Jeannine Zmrzel and WWE Raw affiliation.
  5. The SmackDown Hotel — https://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/wrestlers/sofia-cromwell
    Supports: Birth date, birth place, and career summary including Raw affiliation and championship count.