McKenzie Mitchell

McKenzie Mitchell
Born (1994-03-11) March 11, 1994
Dexter, Missouri, United States
Alma materUniversity of Mississippi (BA)
OccupationRing announcer
EmployerRAF (2026–present)
Spouse
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(m. 2022)​
Websitemckenziemitchell.com

McKenzie Mitchell (born March 11, 1994) is an American ring announcer, podcaster, and author. She currently works as the ring announcer for Real American Freestyle (RAF).

Mitchell previously served as ring announcer and backstage interviewer for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), and Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling (MLP).

Early life and education

McKenzie Mitchell was born on March 11, 1994, in Dexter, Missouri.[1] In your youth, she worked at the jewelry store Hubbard's that her family owned and operated.[2]

She graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2016 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism.[3] While in college, she worked as in-stadium emcee for Ole Miss Rebels home games.[3]

Career

Mitchell was hired by Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) on June 8, 2016 as their new ring announcer and backstage interviewer.[4]

World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) hired Mitchell as a ring announcer and backstage interviewer in September 2019.[5] She was released from her contract on December 1, 2023.[6]

She was hired by Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling (MLP) as a backstage interviewer on September 24, 2024.[7]

Mitchell re-signed with TNA as their ring announcer on February 18, 2025.[8]

She debuted as ring announcer for Real American Freestyle (RAF) at RAF 09 on May 30, 2026.[9]

Personal life

Mitchell married Vic Joseph in Italy on September 30, 2022.[10] They had announced their engagement on November 5, 2021.[11]

She hosted Threads with McKenzie Mitchell in 2024, a podcast on fashion in professional wrestling.[12]

Her 2026 coffee table book Threads of Triumph: Professional Wrestling’s Most Iconic Looks featured interviews with professional wrestlers and fashion designers, and became a best-seller on Amazon.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Shedd, Amity (April 20, 2026). "Dexter native McKenzie Mitchell hits top spot on Amazon with wrestling gear book 'Threads of Triumph'". Southeast Missourian. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  2. ^ "ABOUT HEADLINE". Headline by MM. March 30, 2023. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  3. ^ a b "Meet McKenzie Mitchell". Voyage LA. March 5, 2019. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  4. ^ "TNA hires new female broadcaster". Diva Dirt. June 9, 2016. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  5. ^ Jay, Ella (January 16, 2025). "McKenzie Mitchell On Potential WWE Return: Never Say Never". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  6. ^ Black, Matt (December 1, 2023). "McKenzie Mitchell Released By WWE". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  7. ^ Tessier, Colin (September 24, 2024). "McKenzie Mitchell Joins Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling As Backstage Correspondent". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  8. ^ Alba, Jon (February 18, 2025). "McKenzie Mitchell Signs Deal To Become TNA's New Ring Announcer, Enjoying "Homecoming" (Exclusive)". Fan Nation. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  9. ^ Johnson, Mike (May 30, 2026). "PRO WRESTLING PERSONALITY STARTING WITH REAL AMERICAN FREESTYLE TONIGHT". PWInsider. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  10. ^ DeFelice, Robert (October 3, 2022). "WWE NXT's Vic Joseph And McKenzie Mitchell Get Married In Italy, Wrestlers Attend The Ceremony". Fightful. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  11. ^ "McKenzie Mitchell and Vic Joseph announce their engagement". WWE. November 5, 2021. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
  12. ^ Applegate, Colby (January 18, 2024). "McKenzie Mitchell Announces Her New Show Will Premiere February 1". Yahoo Entertainment. Retrieved June 2, 2026.
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