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Stone Cold Steve Austin

Stone Cold Steve Austin is the ring name of Steve Austin, an American retired professional wrestler, actor, and media personality.

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

Stone Cold Steve Austin is the ring name of Steve Austin, an American retired professional wrestler, actor, and media personality. He became one of WWE's most popular stars during the Attitude Era and is widely regarded as one of the most influential wrestlers of his generation. He won six WWE Championships and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.

Early life and career

Steve Austin was born Steven James Anderson on December 18, 1964. He later became known in wrestling under names including Stunning Steve Austin, The Ringmaster, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. He wrestled for WCW, ECW, and WWE during his career.

WWE career

Austin became one of WWE's top stars in the late 1990s. He was a central figure in the Attitude Era and is associated with the popularity surge of that period. His best-known finishing move was the Stone Cold Stunner.

Championships and accolades

Austin won six WWE Championships and was also a multiple-time Royal Rumble winner. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.

Retirement and later work

Austin retired from full-time wrestling after his in-ring career ended in 2003. He later worked as an actor, media personality, and WWE ambassador.

Key facts

  • Austin was born on December 18, 1964, in Texas.
  • He wrestled for WCW, ECW, and WWE.
  • He became especially famous in WWE during the Attitude Era.
  • His best-known finishing move was the Stone Cold Stunner.
  • He won six WWE Championships and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Stone Cold Steve Austin?
Stone Cold Steve Austin is the ring name of Steve Austin, an American retired professional wrestler, actor, and media personality known for his WWE career.
What is Stone Cold Steve Austin's real name?
His birth name is Steven James Anderson; he was also later known as Steven James Williams and Steve Austin.
How old is Stone Cold Steve Austin?
He was born on December 18, 1964.
Why did Stone Cold leave WWE?
He left full-time wrestling mainly because of serious injuries, especially neck problems, which limited his ability to continue in the ring.
What is Stone Cold's finishing move?
His best-known finishing move is the Stone Cold Stunner.
How many WWE titles did Stone Cold win?
He won six WWE Championships.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Cold_Steve_Austin
    Supports: Birth name, ring name, date of birth, career overview, and WWE affiliation.
  2. Simple Wikipediahttps://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Cold_Steve_Austin
    Supports: Retired wrestler status, finishing move, and Hall of Fame induction.
  3. Biography.comhttps://www.biography.com/athletes/stone-cold-steve-austin
    Supports: Date of birth, career overview, retirement context, and WWE prominence.
  4. FOX Sportshttps://www.foxsports.com/wwe/stone-cold-steve-austin-superstar-bio
    Supports: Signature move and six WWE Championships.