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Ryan Reeves

Ryan Reeves is an American actor and former professional wrestler best known for appearing in WWE programming under the ring names Ryback and Skip Sheffield.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ryan Reeves is an American actor and former professional wrestler best known for appearing in WWE programming under the ring names Ryback and Skip Sheffield. He has also had credits in wrestling-related television and related media. Reeves was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, on 10 November 1981.

Early life

Ryan Reeves was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1981. Publicly available biographical information in the provided sources is limited.

Professional wrestling career

Reeves is best known for his work in WWE, where he appeared under the names Ryback and Skip Sheffield. His wrestling identity is the main reason he is recognized in entertainment databases.

Acting and television credits

IMDb lists Reeves as an actor with credits tied to WWE programming, including WWE Raw, WWE NXT, and WWE Saturday Morning Slam. These credits place him primarily in sports-entertainment television rather than traditional film or scripted television.

Key facts

  • Ryan Reeves was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, on 10 November 1981.
  • He is listed by IMDb as an actor known for WWE Raw, WWE NXT, and WWE Saturday Morning Slam.
  • He performed in WWE under the ring names Ryback and Skip Sheffield.
  • His public profile is closely associated with wrestling-related television and entertainment appearances.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ryan Reeves?
Ryan Reeves is an American actor and former professional wrestler best known for WWE appearances under the names Ryback and Skip Sheffield.
What is Ryan Reeves known for?
He is known for WWE Raw, WWE NXT, and WWE Saturday Morning Slam, according to IMDb.
What ring names did Ryan Reeves use?
He used the ring names Ryback and Skip Sheffield.
Where was Ryan Reeves born?
He was born in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
Is Ryan Reeves mainly an actor or wrestler?
His public profile is primarily associated with professional wrestling, though IMDb also lists him as an actor.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1745413/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and known-for credits for Ryan Reeves.