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MJF

MJF is the ring name of Maxwell Jacob Friedman, an American professional wrestler signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

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

MJF is the ring name of Maxwell Jacob Friedman, an American professional wrestler signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW). He is known for his villainous persona and for holding multiple championships in AEW and Major League Wrestling (MLW). Born March 15, 1996, in Plainview, New York, he began his professional wrestling career in 2015.

Early life and training

Maxwell Jacob Friedman was born on March 15, 1996, and is from Plainview, New York. He began wrestling on the independent scene in 2015.

Professional wrestling career

MJF worked for promotions including Major League Wrestling before joining AEW in 2019. His career in AEW established him as one of the company’s leading villains.

Championships and accomplishments

Sources identify MJF as a former AEW World Champion and a multiple-time holder of the AEW Dynamite Diamond Ring. In MLW, he held the World Middleweight Championship and the World Tag Team Championship.

Persona and image

MJF is widely recognized for an arrogant, elitist wrestling persona and a presentation built around being deliberately disliked by fans. His trademark presentation has included a Burberry scarf.

Key facts

  • MJF is the professional wrestling ring name of Maxwell Jacob Friedman.
  • He is an American wrestler signed to AEW.
  • He previously wrestled in MLW, where he won the MLW World Middleweight Championship and the MLW World Tag Team Championship.
  • He is known for portraying a heel, or villain, character.
  • Publicly available sources describe him as a former AEW World Champion and a repeat holder of the AEW Dynamite Diamond Ring.
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Canadian context

MJF is a major figure in modern professional wrestling, and AEW regularly tours or broadcasts content to Canadian audiences through the wider North American wrestling market.

Frequently asked questions

Who is MJF?
MJF is the ring name of Maxwell Jacob Friedman, an American professional wrestler signed to AEW.
What does MJF stand for?
It abbreviates Maxwell Jacob Friedman.
What promotion does MJF wrestle for?
He wrestles for All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
What is MJF known for?
He is known for his villainous heel persona and for being one of AEW’s most prominent performers.
Has MJF won championships?
Yes. Sources identify him as a former AEW World Champion and a former MLW World Middleweight and World Tag Team Champion.

References

  1. Pro Wrestling Fandom — https://prowrestling.fandom.com/wiki/Maxwell_Jacob_Friedman
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, ring name, AEW affiliation, and MLW championship history.
  2. All Elite Wrestling Wiki - Fandom — https://allelitewrestling.fandom.com/wiki/MJF
    Supports: AEW affiliation, former AEW World Championship, and AEW Dynamite Diamond Ring information.
  3. The SmackDown Hotel — https://www.thesmackdownhotel.com/wrestlers/mjf
    Supports: Birth date, hometown, ring name, and general career profile.
  4. Major League Wrestling — https://mlw.com/maxwell-jacob-friedman/
    Supports: MLW profile, championship history, and character presentation.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9638347/
    Supports: Identity as an American professional wrestler signed to AEW and prior MLW championship reference.