Diva Champion Former Professional Wrestler for WWE; Mental Health Advocate, Animal Rights Activist & Co-Founder of Scrappy Heart Productions; Bestselling Author of "Crazy is My Superpower"
AJ Mendez Biography
AJ Mendez is the bestselling author of "Crazy Is My Superpower," a memoir chronicling her journey from childhood homelessness to empowered WWE champion. She is the co-founder of Scrappy Heart Productions and co-writer of Netflix’s Blade of the 47 Ronin, which reached #3 on the streamer’s Top 10 Movies List. As an actor, AJ is currently appearing on the drama series Heels and the upcoming comedy feature Sacramento.
Mendez is a bestselling author, mental health and animal rights advocate, and former professional wrestler recognized for her tenure in WWE as AJ Lee, where she held the Divas Championship three times. Mendez received the Slammy Award for Diva of the Year twice and was voted Woman of the Year by readers of Pro Wrestling Illustrated for three consecutive years.
After retiring from in-ring competition due to permanent cervical spine damage, Mendez shifted her focus to writing. Her memoir, "Crazy Is My Superpower: How I Triumphed by Breaking Bones, Breaking Hearts, and Breaking the Rules," became a New York Times bestseller and was developed into a television series, with Mendez serving as writer and executive producer.
Mendez is a mental health advocate and animal rights activist, serving as an ambassador for NAMI, The JED Foundation, The ASPCA, and Girls Make Games. She regularly speaks on topics including mental health, resilience, and empowerment, and has been featured as a character in video games and action figures. Mendez has expanded her advocacy by co-writing comic books, including "GLOW" for IDW Publishing, and participates in conventions and industry panels to discuss representation and mental health in media.
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AJ Mendez Videos
MAURICE BENARD STATE OF MIND with AJ MENDEZ (WWE’S AJ LEE)
Trigger Warning: This video contains talk about suicidal ideation and suicide attempts. This week I'm joined by AJ Mendez. AJ is a bestselling...
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