Santino Marella, whose real name is Anthony Carelli, retired from in-ring competition in WWE due to a neck injury. After retiring, he has been involved in various ventures, including running a wrestling school and making appearances in wrestling-related events.
Anthony Carelli, better known by his ring name Santino Marella, is a Canadian professional wrestler, sports analyst, and trainer. He gained fame during his time with WWE, where he was known for his comedic character and entertaining antics. Marella’s career in WWE was highlighted by multiple championship wins, including the Intercontinental Championship and the United States Championship.
Unfortunately, Marella’s in-ring career was cut short due to a recurring neck injury. He initially suffered the injury in 2014 and attempted to return to the ring after surgery. However, the injury proved to be too severe for him to continue wrestling at a professional level, leading to his retirement announcement in 2016.
Since stepping away from active competition, Marella has remained connected to the wrestling world. He opened the Battle Arts Academy in Mississauga, Ontario, which is a training facility for professional wrestling, MMA, and athletic performance. Additionally, Marella has made sporadic appearances in various wrestling promotions and has taken part in WWE’s nostalgia segments and reunion shows.
Marella has also explored opportunities outside of wrestling, including acting and hosting. He has appeared in a few movies and television shows and has served as a host and analyst for sports programs in Canada. His charismatic personality and sense of humor have made him a popular figure in the wrestling community, and he continues to be involved in various capacities within the industry.