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The mother of all coincidences! This saying might just be a 5-word sentence for a few, but a recent scenario, including CM Punk [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/cm-punk], proves this as a true phenomenon. Well, Punk is announced for next week’s Raw, and there is an interesting history behind the venue. So what is that? Let’s dive deeper. CM PUNK AND HIS HISTORY WITH CLEVELAND WWE is going to organize next week’s Raw at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. For those who are not aware, this was the same arena where he walked out of Raw in January 2014. It was interesting that it took him almost 10 years to come back to his old company. Moreover, this was the same arena where Punk tasted a devastating UFC defeat in his debut against Mickey Gall at UFC 293 in September 2016. Leaving so many dark memories behind, Punk is yet again set to make his presence known to WWE fans. The Chicago-based star will remain hopeful he can let go of all the painful memories he has amassed and start afresh in a new chapter in his storied career. READ MORE:- 3 Reasons Why CM Punk Could Challenge Roman Reigns for His WWE Championship at Royal Rumble 2024 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wwe-news-three-reasons-why-cm-punk-challenge-roman-reigns-for-his-wwe-championship-at-royal-rumble/?utm_source=website%2F&utm_medium=dive_deeper&utm_campaign=internal_links] Significantly, this is an ironic situation. With his appearance being official for next week, it is certain that Punk will entertain the WWE fans for a very long time now. On top of that, Punk is also official to appear on the forthcoming Royal Rumble PLE. With the road to WrestleMania being on the horizon, Punk’s fate will be interesting to anticipate. However, there is a unique clause added to the contract of Cm Punk. A NEW CLAUSE IN THE CONTRACT OF CM PUNK CM Punk came back to the WWE and was served with a several-year contract, but little did he know that a new clause was going to be included all of a sudden. So, Punk’s deal with the WWE also includes a behavior clause, which might sound new to many. But it might be implemented considering Punk’s past tensions with a few of the big names in the WWE locker room. Moreover, his recent AEW controversy might have been a matter of consideration as well. However, it was recently circulated that Punk was seen greeting numerous WWE stars backstage in a humble manner. With all that being implemented, it will be interesting to see how things shape for the best in the world. WATCH THIS STORY:- CM Punk Makes Triumphant Return to WWE at Survivor Series WarGames 2023 After 9-Year Hiatus [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/wwe-news-cm-punk-makes-triumphant-return-to-wwe-at-survivor-series-wargames-2023-after-9-year-hiatus/] 

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<h2 style="text-align: center">CM Punk: Net Worth, Salary, &amp; Endorsements</h2>
Phillip Jack Brooks, better known as CM Punk, is an American professional wrestler currently signed with WWE and outcasted from All Elite Wrestling (AEW). He is a retired mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC. Punk also works as a commentator for Cage Of Fury fighting championships, a comic book writer, and an actor.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>What is the net worth of CM Punk?</b></h2>
As per CelebrityNetWorth, the net worth of CM Punk as of January 2024 is estimated to be $12 million. Punk is paid handsomely as a part of the WWE. Before that, he was the highest-earning ECW star in 2006-2008, earning around $200,000 to $300,000 annually. In WWE, he was earning $1 million annually in 2011.

The figure went up to 1.3 million in 2012-13. It touched $1.7 million in 2013-14. He was the cover star of the WWE 2K13 video game, which earned him another $200,000. CM Punk had earned enough brand value to earn millions wherever he went after he left WWE. That's why UFC was ready to pay him well, even as a novice. His first fight got him $500,000.

[caption id="attachment_1815690" align="aligncenter" width="1486"]<img class="wp-image-1815690 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/imago0006336558h.jpg" alt="CM Punk net worth" width="1486" height="1920" /> Credits: Imago[/caption]

He got more out of the PPV revenue, which pushed his earnings past the one million mark. He was paid $503,500 for his second appearance. An additional $500,000 was given as an appearance fee and $3500 as a fight incentive. Punk's salary following his comeback to WWE after over nine years is kept under wraps as of now.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>All we need to know about the family of CM Punk?</b></h2>
Not much is known about CM Punk's family as, despite ruling headlines owing to his successful professional career, he has managed to keep his personal life away from the limelight. The only fact known about his parents is that his father was an architectural engineer while his mother was a homemaker. The former mixed martial artist also has five siblings.

His elder brother goes by the name Mike Brooks, while he also has a younger sister named Chaleen Lee Creeks. Meanwhile, no information is available about his other three siblings. Speaking of his love life, Punk married the American author AJ Lee, also known as April Jeanette Mendez, in June 2014.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>CM Punk’s record in professional wrestling</b></h2>
Of the many hats he has donned, Punk is most famous for his professional wrestling stint that saw him revolutionize the WWE. Starting with Ring of Honor, Punk made his WWE debut in 2005. After being a mid-card wrestler for years, his rivalry with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/john-cena">John Cena</a> finally pushed him to the stratosphere.

He was the perfect anti-hero to the larger-than-life superhero persona of Cena. However, fans were firmly behind Punk and booed the face of the company to support the Straight Edge Superstar. His breakout moment was the famous pipe-bomb promo where he created an illusion of going off script and bashing Vince McMahon and his handling of the promotion. It did not go unnoticed as Punk began a record-breaking reign with the WWE title, which saw him remain champion for 434 days.

[caption id="attachment_1815695" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1815695 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/imago0013342344h.jpg" alt="CM Punk" width="1920" height="1344" /> Credits: Imago[/caption]

That was not the only record he held in the company. Punk is a 3-time World Heavyweight Champion (WWE), 2-time WWE Champion, WWE Intercontinental Champion, World Tag Team Champion, and the winner of the 2008 and 2009 Money In The Bank ladder matches. CM Punk is the 7th longest-reigning WWE Champion of all time.

However, after all this, he had a tragic fallout with WWE over the alleged mishandling of his health and inappropriate booking. This saw Punk leaving professional wrestling for good and joining the UFC as a mixed martial artist.

Despite bringing a lot of attention, his MMA career in the Welterweight division was a flop, with him losing both his fights. After being away from WWE for over nine years, Punk made an unexpected comeback in November 2023.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>All about CM Punk’s charity</b></h2>
CM Punk has been a quite charitable superstar throughout his career. He has fulfilled many wishes for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as well as a similar charity called the Kids Wish Network.

Punk also joined Kerry Wood's Strike Zone Bowling Tournament, a tournament that sets out to improve the health of Chicago children through healthy eating and enhanced education. He has also painted customized chairs for the Chicago Cubs to be auctioned off, and in 2015, he auctioned off his first car, a 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo to charity.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><b>CM Punk’s theme song</b></h2>
CM Punk has 'Cult of Personality' as his theme song. The song came out in 1988 and formed a part of the debut album 'Vivid' by the American rock band Living Colour.
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<td><b>Date of Birth </b></td>
<td><b>26 October 1978</b></td>
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<td><b>Marital Status </b></td>
<td><b>Married to AJ Mendez (WWE name AJ Lee)</b></td>
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<td><b>Height </b></td>
<td><b>6ft 1 inch</b></td>
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<td><b>Weight</b></td>
<td><b>218 lbs</b></td>
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<td><b>Theme Song</b></td>
<td><b>Cult of Personality by </b><b>Living Colour</b></td>
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<td><b>Finisher</b></td>
<td><b>Go to Sleep</b></td>
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