Who Is Rhea Ripley, The WWE Star Drake Calls His Muse - Inside Her Life, Career, Husband, Net Worth

Drake has sparked a frenzy on social media once again, and this time, it’s for a casual confession. The Canadian rapper set the internet abuzz when, during a recent chat on Bobbi Althoff’s new Not This Again podcast, he admitted that WWE superstar Rhea Ripley is his ‘muse’. 

Drake casually revealed in the podcast that his Instagram explore page is filled with clips of Ripley, the Australian powerhouse, also called ‘Mami’. The Wrestling icon’s fans have since taken to X (formerly Twitter) and other social media discussion platforms with their reactions and are celebrating this unexpected shoutout. 

With the popular rapper’s admiration of the fan-favourite ‘Mami’, the spotlight has once again landed on the WWE star. So, who exactly is Rhea Ripley, and how did she become one of the most powerful and marketable stars in WWE today? Take a deep dive with us into her journey.

What Drake said about Rhea Ripley

On a September 2, 2025, episode of Bobbi Althoff’s new Not This Again podcast, Drake casually revealed his admiration for WWE star Rhea Ripley. While searching for fellow rapper Tyga’s Instagram account, he mentioned that his explore page was filled with Ripley’s clips. When Althoff admitted she didn’t know who Ripley was, the God’s Plan rapper explained:

"My [For You page] is just all Rhea Ripley... She's a wrestler. She's like my muse, but... I'm the opposite of probably everything that she likes."

Who is Rhea Ripley? A glimpse into her meteoric rise in WWE

Demi Bennett, popularly known today as Rhea Ripley, is a professional wrestler born in Adelaide, Australia, on October 11, 1996. The 28-year-old’s wrestling journey started back in 2013 when she started practising before signing with WWE in 2017. She competed in the inaugural Mae Young Classic before becoming a standout contender in NXT UK. By 2019, Ripley made history as the first-ever NXT UK Women’s Champion.

Her 2019 win was a stepping stone into her staggering career that continues to flourish. Over the years, the wrestler built a prestigious portfolio of accolades. Aside from being a Triple Crown and Grand Slam Champion and the 2023 Royal Rumble winner, Rhea Ripley is also one of the youngest female wrestlers to WrestleMania. 

Though her wrestling journey has only been completed for a few years, Ripley has already amassed a staggering fan base worldwide, given her gritty persona and gothic-inspired ‘Eradicator’ gimmick. Popularly called ‘Mami’, Rhea has carved out a unique identity in the world of wrestling, making her one of the most recognisable players in WWE. 

In 2022, Ripley’s status was cemented as a marquee star when she joined The Judgement Day faction. She has become a fan favourite over the years, given her impressive dominance in the ring and her intense rivalry with Liv Morgan and title matches against Charlotte Flair. 

Inside Rhea Ripley’s high-octane lifestyle

Besides dominating the squared circle, Rhea Ripley also enjoys a lavish lifestyle outside the ring. According to several reports, the 28-year-old is the owner of multiple high-end cars, including a couple of Ram 1500 trucks valued between 42,000 and 89,000 US dollars. Her lavish lifestyle is also reflected in the way she styles herself, with leather jackets, combat boots, and bold gothic accessories. 

‘Mami’ is quite active on her Instagram, where she often shares sneak peeks into her high-octane fitness regimes, showcases her tattoos, and shares glimpses of her life behind the scenes. 

Rhea Ripley’s net worth and salary in 2025

According to multiple reports, Rhea Ripley’s net worth as of 2025 is estimated to be between 3 million and 6 million US dollars. A significant chunk of her income comes from her contract with WWE, where her base annual salary ranges between USD 300,000 and USD 350,000. Her earnings are further boosted by pay-per-view appearances, merchandise sales, and championship incentives.

As one of the most marketable stars in WWE today, endorsements also play a key role in her financial portfolio. The wrestler has so far collaborated with some big brands, including C4 Energy, Mattel, Nexus Sports Nutrition, WWE 2K25, and Topps.

Given Mami’s rising popularity, her annual income could easily surpass the USD 450,000 mark, which would officially put her among the highest-paid female stars in WWE. 

Inside Rhea Ripley’s married life

In her personal life, Rhea Ripley has found love in the same field, with fellow Australian wrestler Buddy Matthews. Buddy, best known for his time in WWE as Buddy Murphy, is now one of the star members of AEW’s House of Black, alongside Brody King, Julia Hart, and Malakai Black. 

The couple first met in 2021, when Buddy Matthews was still wrestling for WWE. By 2022, Ripley and Matthews had gone public with their romance, quickly becoming a fan-favourite pair. Since then, they have regularly shared glimpses of their life online, from candid personal moments to workout sessions.

In August 2023, Matthews popped the question to Ripley at Cocoa Beach during a vacation in Florida. In the snapshots shared online, Rhea could be seen planting a sweet kiss on the pro wrestler’s cheek with a big smile on her face. 

Less than a year later, the couple tied the knot on June 23, 2024, in a gothic-inspired ceremony where Ripley wore a stunning black gown and Matthews wore an all-black suit with a matching black undershirt and tie. On June 26, 2024, the newlyweds announced the news of their wedding via a joint Instagram post. They have since been going strong.

Even though they now work in rival promotions, with Ripley being in WWE and Matthews in AEW, the pair share a supportive relationship. Despite her considerable age gap with Matthews (36), Ripley (28) often credits her husband for his consistent support and encouragement in her career.

With Drake calling Rhea Ripley his muse, she proves she is more than a WWE superstar but a cultural force. From main-eventing WrestleMania to breaking records and catching a global music icon’s attention, ‘Mami’ is proving why she’s the reigning queen of WWE!

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