Jey Uso — real name Joshua Samuel Fatu — is an American professional wrestler signed to WWE, where he performs on the Raw brand. A member of the legendary Samoan Anoaʻi wrestling dynasty, he first rose to fame as one-half of The Usos, one of the most decorated tag teams in WWE history, before breaking out as a singles star, winning the 2025 Royal Rumble and capturing the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41. Known for his electric “Yeet” catchphrase and one of the loudest entrances in wrestling, he is billed as “Main Event Jey Uso.”
Quick facts
| Real name | Joshua Samuel Fatu |
| Ring names | Jey Uso, Jules Uso, Josh Fatu |
| Born | August 22, 1985 (San Francisco, California, U.S.) |
| Nationality | American (Samoan descent) |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Weight | ~228–242 lb (varies by source) |
| Family | Rikishi (father), Jimmy Uso (twin brother), Solo Sikoa (brother), Roman Reigns (cousin), Umaga (late uncle) |
| Trained by | Rikishi, Booker T (Wild Samoan Training Center) |
| Debut | June 8, 2007 |
| Signature move | Uso Splash (top-rope splash) |
| Catchphrase | “Yeet” |
| Brand | WWE (Raw) |
Latest / current status
Jey Uso’s 2025 was the biggest year of his career: he won the Men’s Royal Rumble in February 2025 (last eliminating John Cena), then defeated Gunther at WrestleMania 41 to win the World Heavyweight Championship — the first world title of his career. His reign lasted 51 days before Gunther reclaimed the title on the June 9 episode of Raw.
Through late 2025 and into 2026 he remained one of WWE’s most-featured stars — reuniting with twin brother Jimmy in the tag division, competing in the men’s Elimination Chamber, and reaching a King of the Ring final. His singles push has been polarizing: hugely popular with live crowds and merchandise buyers, yet a lightning rod for online “overrated” debate.
Early life
Joshua Samuel Fatu was born on August 22, 1985, in San Francisco, California, nine minutes after his twin brother Jonathan (Jimmy Uso). He is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi (Solofa Fatu Jr.) and a member of the Samoan Anoaʻi family, the most prolific dynasty in pro-wrestling history.
The twins attended Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida, where they played football, then continued at the University of West Alabama (2003–2005), where Joshua played linebacker. When football didn’t pan out, the brothers followed their father and uncle Umaga into the family business, training at the Wild Samoan Training Center.
Professional wrestling career
Early career and FCW (2007–2010)
Fatu debuted on June 8, 2007 for World Xtreme Wrestling as part of “The Fatu Twins,” later wrestling as The Samoan Soldiers on the independent circuit. In 2010 he joined WWE’s developmental territory Florida Championship Wrestling as Jules Uso, winning the FCW Florida Tag Team Championship with his brother.
The Usos: tag-team dominance (2010–2019)
The Usos debuted on the main roster on the May 24, 2010 episode of Raw as heels alongside Tamina. By 2014 they had adopted the face paint honoring their late uncle Umaga and became one of WWE’s premier teams, winning the WWE Tag Team Championship for the first time in March 2014 and taking home the Slammy for Tag Team of the Year in 2014 and 2015.
Over the following years The Usos racked up multiple SmackDown and Raw Tag Team Championship reigns, feuding with The New Day, The Bar, and The Revival in some of the era’s best tag-team wrestling.
The Bloodline and record reigns (2020–2023)
After Jimmy was injured in early 2020, Jey stepped up as a singles competitor and was pulled into cousin Roman Reigns’ orbit, becoming the emotional core of The Bloodline — one of the most acclaimed storylines in modern WWE. As a team, The Usos:
- Held the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship for a record 622 days (their fifth reign) — the longest male tag-team title reign in WWE history.
- Became the first-ever Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions, unifying the Raw and SmackDown titles.
- Are nine-time tag-team champions overall in WWE.
The Bloodline saga wove in Sami Zayn — Jey’s rival-turned-friend — and culminated in escalating tension with Roman. The Usos lost the tag titles to Zayn and Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 39, and the group began to splinter.
Singles breakout and “Main Event Jey” (2023–2024)
After being betrayed by Jimmy, Jey moved to Raw, aligned briefly with Cody Rhodes, and won the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship with Rhodes — the first time either Uso won tag gold with a partner other than his brother. He then launched the fan-driven “Yeet Movement.”
In September 2024, Jey defeated Bron Breakker to win the Intercontinental Championship — the first singles title of his career after 14 years on the main roster, and a notable father-son feat, as Rikishi held the same title in 2000.
World champion (2025)
Jey won the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble, then defeated Gunther at WrestleMania 41 for the World Heavyweight Championship — his first world title. The reign lasted 51 days before Gunther regained it in June 2025. The run cemented “Main Event Jey Uso” as a genuine top-of-the-card star, even as it divided the fanbase.
Signature style, persona and “Yeet”
Jey is known for the Uso Splash (a top-rope splash inherited from the family playbook) and for one of the most participatory entrances in WWE. His catchphrase “Yeet” originates from Bay Area slang (“Yee,” which he extended to “Yeet”) and became a full-blown crowd ritual. He deliberately built a superhero-style presentation — bright colors, kid-friendly energy — to forge his connection with fans.
Championships and accomplishments
- World Heavyweight Championship — 1× (2025)
- WWE Intercontinental Championship — 1× (2024)
- Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship — inaugural champion (with Jimmy Uso; later with Cody Rhodes)
- WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship — multiple reigns, incl. record 622-day reign
- WWE Raw Tag Team Championship — multiple reigns
- FCW Florida Tag Team Championship — 1×
- 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble winner
- André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal winner (2021)
- Slammy Award — Tag Team of the Year (2014, 2015)
Personal life
Jey married Takecia Travis in 2014; the couple has two sons. In 2026, court filings reported that his wife filed for divorce after 12 years of marriage. He is one of three wrestling brothers — twin Jimmy Uso and younger brother Solo Sikoa — and a cousin of Roman Reigns, extending the Anoaʻi family’s multi-generational legacy.
Frequently asked questions
What is Jey Uso’s real name?
Joshua Samuel Fatu.
How old is Jey Uso?
He was born on August 22, 1985.
Is Jey Uso related to Roman Reigns?
Yes — they are cousins, both members of the Anoaʻi wrestling family. Jey’s father is WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi.
Is Jey Uso a twin?
Yes. His twin brother is Jimmy Uso, born nine minutes earlier; together they are The Usos.
Has Jey Uso been a world champion?
Yes. He won the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41 in 2025 by defeating Gunther, his first world title.
What does “Yeet” mean?
It’s Jey’s catchphrase, derived from Bay Area slang; it became a signature crowd chant during his singles run.
