Randy Orton's Interesting Facts

Full Name: Randal Keith Orton

Known as:
— Randy Orton
— The Legend Killer
— The One Man Dynasty
— The Viper
— Apex Predator
— The Face of the WWE

Date of Birth: April 1st, 1980

City of Birth: Knoxville, Tennessee

Parents: Robert Orton & Elaine Orton

Siblings:
– Becky (younger)
– Nathan (youngest)

Education:
High School

High School Attended:
Hazelwood Central High School

Children:
Daughter; Alanna Marie Orton, born July 12, 2008

(Mirror Facts)

Eyes Color: Aqua Blue

Natural Hair Color: Brunette

Current Height: 6 foot & 4 inches

Current Weight: 245 pounds

Number of Tattoo’s: Currently 7 plus sleeves.

Tattoo Locations:
– (4) Forearm
– (1) Back/Shoulders
– (2) Upper Arm’s/Bicep

Tattoo’s Meaning:

His previous tribal tattoo’s were said to mean “absolutely nothing” in a past questionnaire but since Randy has added more meaningful body art to himself including his daughter’s name “Alanna” on his left forearm placed beside a large red rose and her date of birth in roman numerals. He has said his new tattoo’s, which sleeve both his arms, mean various things but their private and doesn’t intend on revealing those meanings publicly.

Piercings: None.

Most Attractive Trait:
“The Smirk”, Randy has that hard to resist smile.

(Career Facts)

Professional Debut: 2000

Current Employer:
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)

WWE Debut:
April 2002

Finishing Move(s):
RKO (current), Super RKO (special), Running punt (to a kneeling opponent’s head), O-Zone (used in 2002)

Signature Moves:

— Inverted headlock backbreaker
— Chinlock
— Jumping knee drop
— European uppercut
— Gutwrench elevated neckbreaker
— Standing dropkick
— Body scissors
— Scoop powerslam
— Rapid forearm shots to head and chest of a seated opponent
— Elevated DDT

Trained by:
— “Cowboy” Bob Orton
— South Broadway Athletic Club
— Ohio Valley Wrestling

Randy Orton is one of the most famous WWE personalities. Besides the fact that he has always been involved in multiple controversies as a villain, he is highly loved and liked by the audience. Randy Orton is known to have his own opinions and distinctive lifestyle, and there are a lot of things about this WWE star you will enjoy to know. Check these top 10 most interesting facts you didn’t know about WWE’s Randy Orton.

10. Randy Orton used to be a Referee

After leaving his career as a marine expert, Randy made his way and became a referee of World Organized Wrestling. It was the first time he entered the ring, and tried to make himself prominent. During his refereeing days, Randy signed a contract with WWE, and used to ignore the rules of the rings, occasionally.

9. Randy Orton had won the WWE Title Twice in One Night

Yes, you heard it right, Randy Orton is one of the impossible defeaters of WWE. In 2007, Vince McMahon gave Orton the vacant championship spot. He was to defend the title at the same time as he was challenged by Triple H for his belt. What a performance Randy gave that he became second time winner on the same night. Simply fabulous!

8. He is Addict of Drugs and Steroids

During 2007, it was reported by one of the magazines that Randy is habitual of using drugs and steroids. This man was accused in those days. This, somewhat, damaged his performance as a WWE wrestler. He was to face allegations before WWE’s Talent Wellness program, which was designed for maintain the health of WWE superstars.

7. Randy Orton has an Infamous Temper

The temper of Randy has flared time to time. The WWE star Vince McMahon had made Randy get injured, and he was diagnosed with “intermittent explosive disorder”. Further reports reveal that Randy was accused a lot for his misbehave with the WWE females.

6. Randy Orton, a Viral Sensation

If you check the internet, you will find that Randy is much talked about. His style, performances, and video clips have went viral on the internet websites and social media platforms. In 2014, Vine compilations popped up everywhere where Randy was superimposed over some of the pictures and video clips. But who cares, Randy is still a superstar.

5. Born and Bred Wrestler

Many professional sports are known to feature popular bloodlines, so as Randy. He is a successful athlete. His father is Bob Orton Jr., better known by his moniker “Cowboy” Bob Orton. Just like his father, Randy got the immense skills to give superb performance.

4. Randy Orton Acts like His Uncle

It is often considered that Randy Orton acts just like his uncle. He has focused on the action movie genre. The title 12 Rounds 2: Reloaded has been a sequel of a movie starred John Cena. Randy seems to be much inspired from Hollywood movies. Randy had acted alongside Ed Harris and Molly Parker in the movie named That’s What I Am.

3. Randy’s Past provides Unforeseen Hurdles

Every one of us has a past, whether positive or negative. When it comes to talk about the past of Randy, I must say that he went through a lot of problems. He is a former marine expert, and received a bad conduct discharge for going AWOL two times. Also, Randy had some breakups that really made him emotional.

2. Signature Move is Named After…His Signature

WWE wrestlers all have their signature moves, so as Randy. His signature move is, however, different from the rest of stars. He developed the RKO during his time as “The Legend Killer”. He uses cutter for finishing off the opponent in the ring.

1. A Knack for Slapping People

Randy Orton do has a kick for slapping people. Yeah, he is fond of it. The people often believe that Randy loves doing that. Due to this reason, he is often portrayed as a “legend killer”. Randy has slapped popular Undertaker before their match in WrestleMania 21, followed by WWE CEO Vince McMahon during a scripted event.