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What Is Rick Steiner’s Net Worth?
Rick Steiner, born Robert Rechsteiner on March 9, 1961, in Bay City, Michigan, is an American retired professional wrestler and real estate broker. He has an estimated net worth of $2 million as of 2024. His primary source of wealth stems from his successful career in professional wrestling, particularly his time in World Championship Wrestling (WCW) and later ventures. Steiner is best known for being one half of The Steiner Brothers tag team with his brother, Scott Steiner.
Early Life and Wrestling Career Beginnings
Robert Rechsteiner’s journey began in Bay City, Michigan, where he developed a strong foundation in amateur wrestling. He attended the University of Michigan, where he became an All-American wrestler. In 1983, he placed second at the Big Ten Championships. Notably, he set a school record for the fastest pin at just 15 seconds. He also earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Michigan. Although he had a degree in education and was substitute teaching, he was introduced to professional wrestling by George “The Animal” Steele. Steiner then trained with Eddie Sharkey and Brad Rheingans before starting his professional wrestling career in 1983 in the American Wrestling Association (AWA).
Initially wrestling as Rob Rechsteiner, he transitioned to the simpler ring name Rick Steiner. During his early career (1983-1988), he wrestled in the American Wrestling Association, the Montreal promotion International Wrestling, and the Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF). In the UWF, he teamed with Sting, winning the UWF World Tag Team Championship in 1987. In 1987, he also wrestled for New Japan Pro-Wrestling. In 1988, Jim Crockett Jr. bought the UWF, adding much of its roster, including Steiner, to his National Wrestling Alliance territory, Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP).
WCW and Tag Team Championships
Rick Steiner achieved significant success in World Championship Wrestling (WCW). During his time with WCW, Rick Steiner made approximately $1.6 million. He is an eight-time World Tag Team Champion. Seven of these titles were won with his brother Scott as The Steiner Brothers. The remaining title was won with Kenny Kaos. He was also a three-time World Television Champion and a one-time United States Heavyweight Champion in WCW. He also teamed with Sting in 1987.
Rick and Scott Steiner formed their tag team in 1989, becoming a dominant force in WCW. In November 1989, they defeated the Freebirds for the World Tag Team Championship. They continued to win multiple championships in WCW and made trips to New Japan Pro-Wrestling. The Steiner Brothers were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2022.
WWF/WWE and New Japan Pro-Wrestling
Beyond WCW, The Steiner Brothers also found success in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), now known as WWE, where they won the World Tag Team Championship twice. In New Japan Pro-Wrestling, Rick and Scott held the IWGP Tag Team Championship twice. Steiner returned to New Japan Pro-Wrestling in 1991 with Scott. They won the IWGP Tag Team Championship two times. In 1995, the Steiners wrestled for NJPW full-time until going to WCW in March 1996. Rick returned later that year while under contract with WCW with Keiji Muto as a tag team. On January 4, 2000, Steiner defeated Randy Savage, making it Savage’s last singles match.
Post-WCW Career and Real Estate
After WCW was sold to WWE, Rick Steiner joined WWA and later NWA-TNA. On March 26, 2004, he defeated Takeshi Morishima to become the WLW Heavyweight Champion in Japan. By 2004, Rick Steiner transitioned into a career in real estate. He currently works in Atlanta, Georgia, selling houses. He works out of his office in the Communities Real Estate Brokerage. He has been a real estate broker for a long time and earns a comfortable salary.
Other Ventures
Outside of wrestling and real estate, details about Rick Steiner’s other business ventures and investments are not widely publicized. Information regarding specific endorsements, private investments, and other sources of income is not readily available in public records. Christa Podsedly, Scott Steiner’s wife, co-founded Shoney’s Kitchen and Bar with her husband in 2016, but it closed in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Personal Life
Rick Steiner is married to Jayme McKenzie, and they have three children, including Bronson Rechsteiner, who is also known as Bron Breakker. The family resides in Georgia. Bron Breakker, Rick Steiner’s son, has an estimated net worth of around $3 million as of 2024. He earns money from his WWE salary, merchandise sales, endorsements, and appearances in other forms of entertainment. Rick focuses on his real estate business and community activities.
Rick and Scott Steiner Comparison
While Rick Steiner has a net worth of approximately $2 million, his brother Scott Steiner’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million. Scott Steiner also achieved considerable success in wrestling. Scott was a seven-time World Tag Team Champion with Rick, a one-time World Heavyweight Champion, a two-time United States Heavyweight Champion, and a two-time World Television Champion in WCW. Scott was also a member of the New World Order (nWo). Rick Steiner made $1.6 million during his time with the WCW.
