Doane was born to Ken and Vickie Doane in Southbridge, Massachusetts.
His parents were supportive of his decision in becoming a professional wrestler.
He has an older brother named Mike.
Doane attended Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School in Charlton, Massachusetts.

Doane was formerly engaged to fellow professional wrestler Mickie James.

In 2012, Doane enrolled in Nichols College where he started playing football.
He plays as a tight end and linebacker.
Doane was born to Ken and Vickie Doane in Southbridge, Massachusetts. His parents were supportive of his decision in becoming a professional wrestler. He has an older brother named Mike. Doane attended Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School in Charlton, Massachusetts.
Doane was formerly engaged to fellow professional wrestler Mickie James.
In 2012, Doane enrolled in Nichols College where he started playing football. He plays as a tight end and linebacker.
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