Leila Grey

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Leila Grey
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Grey in 2023
Professional wrestling career
Ring name(s) Leila Grey
DebutNovember 7, 2020

Leila Grey is an American professional wrestler, model and actress. [1] As of 2022, she wrestles for the American promotion All Elite Wrestling (AEW) [2] [3] and Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW). [4]

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Professional wrestling career

Grey debuted in 2020, wrestling in the independent circuit in Florida. She made her All Elite Wrestling (AEW) debut on March 3, 2021, losing to Tay Conti on AEW Dark . [5] On March 10, she made her AEW Dark: Elevation debut, losing to Diamante. On March 4, 2022, she made her television debut on AEW Rampage , losing to Serena Deeb. [6] On June 29, following a loss to Jade Cargill on AEW Dynamite , Grey turned heel and aligned herself with Cargill, becoming one of The Baddies. [7] [8] The Baddies were quietly disbanded in mid-2023 as Cargill departed the promotion.

In August 2024, Grey was repackaged as the "Flight Attendant" of Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin, alongside Action Andretti), working as their valet and manager while dressed in air hostess attire. The group appeared together in both Ring of Honor and All Elite Wrestling. [9] [10]

Other media

In October 2018, Grey appeared in the music video for Bad Bunny's song "Mia", featuring Drake. [11] On October 12, 2024 Grey released her debut single "Baddie". [12]

Personal life

Grey cites Melina, Sasha Banks, and Trish Stratus among her inspirations in wrestling. [13] Grey is engaged to fellow professional wrestler Luke Kurtis. [14]

Championships and accomplishments

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