Today in Pro Wrestling History (January 21): Events, Births, Titles and more
Discover what happened today in pro wrestling history with our comprehensive list of events and milestones that took place on January 21.
This page provides a comprehensive list of notable occurrences, including PPV & Special Events, wrestler births and deaths, debuts, championships, title changes, and video game releases.
See all the significant events in the world of professional wrestling that happened on this day, January 21, to learn about key milestones and celebrate important anniversaries. Clicking on each event or wrestler brings you to their detailed pages and profiles.
On This Day In Pro Wrestling: January 21
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2023 | |
| Jan 21, 2019 | |
| Jan 21, 2012 | |
| Jan 21, 2012 | |
| Jan 21, 2001 | |
| Jan 21, 1997 | |
| Jan 21, 1996 | |
| Jan 21, 1996 | |
| Jan 21, 1992 | |
| Jan 21, 1990 |
Video Games Released on This Day
In our database there are no video games released on this day.
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Jan 21, 1997 (28 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1984 (41 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1983 (42 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1978 (48 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1971 (55 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1941 (84 years old) | |
| Jan 21, 1935 | |
| Jan 21, 1925 |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Jan 21, 1991 aged 76 | |
| Jan 21, 1985 aged 55 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2007 | |
| Jan 21, 2005 | |
| Jan 21, 2001 | |
| Jan 21, 1962 | |
| Jan 21, 1956 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2022 | |
| Jan 21, 1996 | |
| Jan 21, 1996 | |
| Jan 21, 1985 | |
| Jan 21, 1980 | |
| Jan 21, 1980 | |
| Jan 21, 1979 | |
| Jan 21, 1965 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |   | Kenny Omega & "Hangman" Adam PageTook place aboard the Norwegian Pearl, and was aired as part of the January 22 episode of Dynamite. | Jan 21, 2020 |
 | DeactivatedMeng left WCW for WWF and the title was abandoned. | Jan 21, 2001 | |
 |   | The Dudley BoyzBubba Ray Dudley & D-Von Dudley | Jan 21, 2001 |
 |  | Chris Jericho | Jan 21, 2001 |
 |  | Dean Malenko | Jan 21, 1997 |
 |  | Goldust | Jan 21, 1996 |
 |  | Buddy Landel | Jan 21, 1986 |
 |   | The U.S. ExpressBarry Windham & Mike Rotundo | Jan 21, 1985 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | "Stone Cold" Steve Austin | Jan 21, 2001 |
 |  | Shawn Michaels | Jan 21, 1996 |
 |  | Hulk Hogan | Jan 21, 1990 |
Promotions Created on This Day
In our database there are no promotions created on this day.
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