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Not only has Rhea Ripley‘s mesmerizing performance in the WWE ring won over fans all across the globe, but her shrouded family history has also intrigued many. Details about her father and mother are still obscure, despite her famous wrestling abilities. Unravel the enigma of Rhea Ripley’s family lineage as we explore the captivating life of this wrestling sensation.

Rhea Ripley’s family

Rhea Ripley was born in Adelaide on October 11, 1996, and she is very proud of her Australian background. Because of Peter and Anna Bennett, she was raised with strong family values.

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Their unwavering support has greatly aided her remarkable climb to stardom.

Who is Mami’s mother?

Without Anna Bennett, Mami would not exist. Mother Bennett is a housewife and is often seen cheering Mami on from the sidelines. Despite not being as well-known as her father, Rhea Ripley has benefited much from the influence of Anna. Her father’s history is easier to get information on, while her mother’s is less obvious since not much is known about her. 

Who is the father of Ripley, and how has he shaped her life? 

Ripley is greatly influenced by Peter Bennett, a regular American who prefers to avoid the spotlight. Ripley has sung high praises for her father, who she said has always offered steadfast support and smart guidance about a career in wrestling.

Rhea has frequently spoken about her unique bond with her father in her heartfelt Father’s Day messages. “Happy Father’s Day to the best dad a girl could ask for!” in 2022, she posted an impromptu photo of herself with Peter on Instagram, with this comment as her post. 

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Fans also flocked their attention around a 2023 post where she shared the frame with her father in another picture. Captioned “Papi’s Day”, the post captured the father and daughter in an adorable image. Rhea Ripley found a major source of support for everything, including her pro wrestling career. 

Does Mami have a sibling too?

Rhea Ripley’s family also includes her younger sister, Calista Bennett.

She often shares heartwarming snapshots alongside her sister on her Instagram profile.

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What Ripley has planned for the future and now

Rhea Ripley found the love of her life in 2020 in the WWE arena when she met ex-WWE Superstar Buddy Matthews. It didn’t take the duo long to come close to each other and become a romantic couple. While Mami may have Dominik Mysterio as her on-screen love interest, her heart truly lies with Buddy Matthews.

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Thanks to the current flexibility of kayfabe in pro wrestling due to Triple H, Rhea Ripley has openly declared her real-life romance. Moreover, Matthews even put a ring on Mami’s finger and the couple got engaged in August 2023. 

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