Chris Gray

At the age of 5, Chris Gray had one goal… to one day wrestle in the same ring as his childhood heroes and become a professional wrestler. Despite living in a small, secluded, rural town, his smaller size, and a high school guidance counsellor who told him not to pursue a career in professional wrestling, Chris achieved his dream and eventually became a professional wrestling champion who has travelled the world living out his childhood passion.

Gray now shares his story across North America. He creates moments of IMPACT with the people he speaks to and teaches powerful lessons that they carry with them as they move forward in their goals. He does all of this while still following his dream as a professional wrestler. Today, Gray is seen on television in 150 million homes in 120 countries worldwide weekly on TNA - IMPACT Wrestling performing as "Cody Deaner". He is the host of a top-ranking podcast entitled “Wrestling is Life is Wrestling.” Additionally, Gray is the Vice-President of a top-selling fitness apparel line “Rest When Dead Clothing.”

Gray also gives back to his community. He is the leader of the "Giv’er for Charity" campaign, a fundraising initiative that has raised thousands of dollars for various children's charities across North America. Gray' story is one of overcoming extreme adversity and the physical and mental hardships involved in making it in a world of giants, all while those around you tell you your goals are impossible.