Curtis Wylde: A Multifaceted Journey

Explore the dynamic life of Curtis Wylde, a professional wrestler, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, master of ceremonies, and former politician, dedicated to inspiring others through his diverse experiences and passions.

About Curtis Wylde

aka Curtis “Wylde” Wells
The Lion of the Lou. The Wolf of West County. The Spark of Forest Park.

For over 25 years, Curtis Wylde has carved a path unlike any other — both inside the ring and out. A battle-tested veteran of professional wrestling, Curtis debuted in December of 1999 and has been a fixture of the sport ever since. For the past decade, he’s been a featured star for Southern Illinois Championship Wrestling (SICW), one of America’s premier independent wrestling promotions and the spiritual successor to the iconic Wrestling at the Chase. Sharing the ring with legends and top talent from across the globe, Curtis continues to bring fire, grit, and Wylde charisma to every match.

But Curtis Wylde is far more than just a wrestler.

He’s a father to two amazing children, Phoenix Rayne and Gryffin Orion, and a devoted husband to his tag-team partner in life, the fiery and fierce “Number 1 Ginja” Chrissi Wylde — model, manager, and muse. Together, they share their home (and their hearts) with their two cats, Smokey & The Bandit.

The Man Behind the Persona

Curtis was raised by a strong single mother, navigating a childhood marked by hardship, relocation, and trauma. After witnessing domestic abuse at an early age, he learned to stand up for himself and others — becoming the protector who refused to be broken. With each new school came new bullies — and Curtis never backed down. That instinct to fight back, to stand tall, and to rise again, shaped the Wylde man he would become.

Beyond wrestling, Curtis has lived multiple lives.

• A former DJ, spinning soundtracks that moved the crowd.

• A former politician, twice running for State Representative in Missouri’s 107th District and earning election to the Democratic National Committee (DNC).

• A published author, with a growing library of impactful titles including:

  • Fit in Your 40’s & Beyond

  • Fit AF: A Fit in Your 40’s Journal

  • Sustainable AF

  • Leo & The Brainstormin' Buddies children’s book series

A New Mission: WyldeVision, LLC.

Curtis has recently launched WyldeVision, LLC — a creative digital marketing powerhouse offering web design, content strategy, Google Maps optimization, and more.
(Learn more at www.WyldeVision.com).

Now, Curtis is stepping into the next chapter of his story — not just as an entertainer, but as an inspirational speaker, channeling decades of adversity, resilience, and real-life experience into messages that ignite courage, empower growth, and awaken the inner fighter in others.

Whether he's center ring, behind the mic, or leading a new business venture — Curtis Wylde is all in.

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