Damian Priest, born Luis Martínez on September 26, 1982, in New York City, is a professional wrestler known for his dynamic presence in WWE. Raised in Puerto Rico, Priest developed a passion for combat sports early on, studying Japanese Gōjū-ryū karate under his father's guidance. Transitioning to professional wrestling in 2004, he gained prominence in Ring of Honor under the ring name Punishment Martinez, where he held the ROH World Television Championship. Since joining WWE, Priest has achieved significant milestones, including winning the NXT North American Championship, the United States Championship, and the World Heavyweight Championship. His athleticism and charisma have made him a standout figure in contemporary professional wrestling.