“I enjoyed the theatrics and the physical demands of everything that went on in the ring. But I was, initially, a relatively shy kid. I think that's probably what attracted me to hunting is that it was such a polar opposite of the other, and it was that opportunity for peace and quiet and to decompress.”

American retired professional wrestler

Shawn Michaels, born Michael Shawn Hickenbottom, is an American retired professional wrestler best known for his long career in WWE. He has also worked for the company as Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Creative, overseeing the creative side of NXT. He is widely regarded as one of the greats in professional wrestling and is known by nicknames including “the Heartbreak Kid,” “the Showstopper,” and “Mr. WrestleMania.” His public image is tied to a career built on high-profile performances and a strong in-ring persona.