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WWE Stars Carmelo Hayes & Kelani Jordan Tie the Knot
18 Oct
Summary
- Carmelo Hayes and Kelani Jordan exchanged vows on October 16, 2025.
- The WWE couple announced their engagement on July 1, 2025.
- Kelani Jordan is the current NXT Women's Champion.

Professional wrestlers Carmelo Hayes and Kelani Jordan, both prominent figures in WWE, recently celebrated their marriage. The couple exchanged vows in a private ceremony on October 16, 2025, in Miami, Florida. This joyous occasion follows their engagement announcement on July 1, 2025, shared with fans through heartfelt social media posts.
Carmelo Hayes has spoken openly about the significant support he receives from Jordan, whose birth name is Lea Mitchell. He highlighted how she helps him decompress after high-adrenaline wrestling events. Christian Brigham, Hayes' birth name, and Mitchell's relationship began in 2023.
Hayes, whose birth name is Christian Brigham, made a significant return to WWE on the October 12, 2026, edition of RAW, joining The 946 stable. Meanwhile, Kelani Jordan is a key member of the NXT roster and currently holds the Women's Championship in her inaugural reign. The couple has shared personal moments leading up to their wedding day on their respective Instagram Stories.