Randy Orton is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, where he performs on the SmackDown brand. Born on April 1, 1980, he hails from a family with deep wrestling roots, being the son of WWE Hall of Famer “Cowboy” Bob Orton and grandson of Bob Orton Sr. Orton is widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, with a career spanning over two decades and multiple world championship reigns.
As of March 2025, Orton is involved in a high-profile feud with Kevin Owens, leading to a scheduled match at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. This development was confirmed during the March 21, 2025 episode of WWE SmackDown, where tensions between the two escalated. Orton has vowed to “kick Kevin Owens’ head off” at the event, intensifying the rivalry.
In addition to his wrestling career, Orton maintains an active presence on social media, sharing insights into his personal life and professional endeavors. He is married to Kim Orton, and they have five children together. Kim Orton is also active on Instagram, where she shares glimpses of their family life.
Orton’s journey has not been without challenges. He faced a career-threatening back injury that caused severe pain and temporary paralysis in his legs. After an 18-month hiatus and successful spinal fusion surgery, he made a remarkable recovery and returned to WWE at Survivor Series in 2023.
For a recent highlight, here’s a clip from WWE SmackDown where Randy Orton addresses Kevin Owens: