Jake Atlas

Kenny Marquez[1] (born October 5, 1994), known by his ring name Jake Atlas, is an American professional wrestler. He is currently signed to WWE, where he performs on Both 205 Live and NXT brands. He is largely known for his work in the independent circuit, with numerous matches held throughout the California and western United States promotions.

Jake Atlas
Birth nameKenny Marquez
Born (1994-10-05) October 5, 1994
El Monte, California, U.S.
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s)Jake Atlas
Trained bySantino Bros Wrestling
DebutAugust 6, 2016

Professional wrestling career

Early years (2016–2017)

As a native resident of California, Marquez trained at the local Santino Bros. Wrestling Academy, making his in-ring debut on August 6, 2016 under the ring name Jake Atlas against Robby Phoenix, a match that he won via Disqualification. He went on to appear in numerous California promotions including Orange County Championship Wrestling, Empire Wrestling Federation, Baja Star's USA, All Pro Wrestling, Gold Rush Pro Wrestling and Championship Wrestling from Hollywood among several other promotions between 2016 and 2017. During his career, Atlas won titles including Santino Bros. Wrestling's SBW Championship and All Pro Wrestling's Universal Heavyweight and Junior Heavyweight Championships.

WWE (2018–present)

Atlas' earliest association with WWE occurred as early as 2018. He first appeared with Stephanie McMahon on an episode of Celebrity Undercover Boss. Atlas reportedly received $25,000 as a down payment for a house and was hired as an Ambassador for the WWE. During July of that year, Atlas worked in the "Be A Star" program in the Boston, Massachusetts area. On October 23, 2019, Atlas officially signed with WWE.[2] On the April 1, 2020 episode of NXT, Atlas was defeated by Dexter Lumis in his debut.[3] On April 12, Atlas was named a participant in the Interim NXT Cruiserweight Championship round-robin tournament.[4] Atlas defeated Drake Maverick in his first match in the tournament and Tony Nese in his second match but lost to Kushida. After Maverick defeated Kushida on the May 20 episode of NXT, a Triple Threat match was set up between Maverick, Kushida and Atlas for the following week as all three men were tied at 2-1. Maverick won the match after pinning Atlas albeit in a controversial fashion. On the June 19 episode of 205 Live, Atlas made his debut on the brand defeating Jack Gallagher.[5]

Personal life

Marquez is openly gay, something he discussed with Stephanie McMahon during their appearance on Celebrity Undercover Boss.[6][7] He is of Mexican descent.[8]

Championships and accomplishments

References
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  3. Satin, Ryan (April 2, 2020). "Recent NXT Signee Jake Atlas Makes NXT TV Debut". Pro Wrestling Sheet | Insider Wrestling News and Reports. Retrieved April 2, 2020.
  4. "NoDQ.com - First participants for Cruiserweight tournament revealed". nodq.com. Retrieved April 12, 2020.
  5. "WWE 205 Live Results for 6/19/20 Oney Lorcan vs Chase Parker, Jake Atlas Debuts". Fightful.
  6. Besanvalle, James (February 13, 2018). "Pro-wrestler "Superstar" Jake Atlas comes out as gay". Retrieved June 11, 2020.
  7. Bell, Brian C. (April 4, 2020). "Jake Atlas debuts on WWE television". Retrieved June 11, 2020.
  8. Shorey, Eric (November 5, 2019). "A Rare Interview With One of Wrestling's Rising Stars". ONE37pm. Retrieved November 17, 2020.
  9. Kreikenbohm, Philip (June 15, 2019). "APW Junior Heavyweight Championship". Cagematch - The Internet Wrestling Database. Retrieved January 17, 2021.
  10. Kreikenbohm, Philip (August 2, 2019). "APW Universal Heavyweight Championship". Cagematch - The Internet Wrestling Database. Retrieved January 17, 2021.
  11. Kreikenbohm, Philip (January 18, 2019). "PCW ULTRA Light Heavyweight Championship". Cagematch - The Internet Wrestling Database. Retrieved January 17, 2021.
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