Beth Phoenix

Beth Phoenix (born September 24, 1980), real name Elizabeth Klepac, is a Canadian professional wrestler who achieved international fame competing in WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) from 2006 to 2012 and returning in 2017. Regarded as one of the greatest women's professional wrestlers in history, Phoenix was known for her exceptional athleticism, strength, and in-ring technical ability, combining powerful wrestling with storytelling excellence. She won multiple WWE championships, including two Divas Championships, and headlined major wrestling events including WrestleMania. Her character 'Glamazon' Beth Phoenix became iconic in women's wrestling during the late 2000s, a period that helped elevate the women's division in WWE. Phoenix was instrumental in advocating for increased visibility and main-event opportunities for female wrestlers, contributing to the broader 'Women's Evolution' in professional wrestling. After retiring from full-time competition, she has returned for special matches and has become involved in commentary and wrestling analysis. Her legacy includes not only impressive in-ring accomplishments but also her role in advancing the status and prominence of women's professional wrestling. Phoenix has become a mentor to younger wrestlers and continues to be respected throughout the wrestling community.