Wade Barrett, born Stu Bennett, is a renowned British professional wrestler turned commentator. He began his wrestling career in 2004 under the name Stu Sanders, eventually adopting the moniker Wade Barrett. Barrett gained prominence in various independent promotions, including Dropkixx Wrestling, where he won the IWC European Heavyweight Title, and Real Quality Wrestling. Barrett's career took a significant leap when he joined WWE in 2010. He became a key figure, winning the WWE Intercontinental Championship five times. One of his notable personas was Bad News Barrett, which he adopted in 2013. In 2015, he won the King of the Ring tournament, marking another significant achievement in his career. However, he was released from WWE in May 2016 and subsequently retired from active wrestling. Following his wrestling career, Barrett transitioned into acting and commentary. He appeared in films like "Dead Man Down" (2013) and "Eliminators" (2016). Barrett also worked as a general manager and commentator for several promotions, including Defiant Wrestling and the National Wrestling Alliance. In 2020, Barrett returned to WWE as a color commentator for NXT. He later moved to SmackDown in 2022 and then to RAW in 2023. As of 2024, he returned to SmackDown briefly before moving back to RAW. This transition highlights his ongoing relevance in the wrestling world, where he continues to contribute as a respected commentator. Currently, Wade Barrett remains an active figure in the wrestling community, balancing his commentary work with his legacy as a former champion and popular character. His career has been marked by versatility and adaptability, transitioning seamlessly from an in-ring competitor to a behind-the-scenes personality.