Jack Perry ( Jungle Boy)

Jack Perry is an American professional wrestler best known for wrestling under his real name and under the name of Jungle Boy. He is currently signed to All Elite Wrestling, as a member of The Elite. In AEW, he was considered to be one of the four pillars of the promotion besides MJF, Darby Allin, and Sammy Guevara. He is also a former FTW Champion and AEW World Tag Team Champion.

Jack Perry's Early Life

Jack Perry was born in Los Angeles, California. He was born on June 16, 1997. He is the son of actor Luke Perry and Rachel Sharp. Perry's maternal grandfather is the Scottish novelist and screenwriter Alan Sharp. Perry was a huge pro-wrestling fan since a very young age and his enthusiasm for wrestling continued to grow, and he even attended WWE's 2009 SummerSlam pay-per-view event with his father at the age of twelve.

Jack Perry Pro Wrestling Career

Indies (2015 - 2019)

Launching his career in 2015, Jungle Boy (then known as Nate Coy) debuted at Underground Empire Wrestling's West Coast Cruiser Cup. The name Jungle Boy stuck thanks to the crowd's enthusiastic chants, drawing a connection to Tarzan. Coy's talent shone through, and he claimed victory at the 2016 West Coast Cruiser Cup. He continued to impress, capturing his first championship, the All-Pro Wrestling Junior Heavyweight Championship, in August 2018. This reign ended in June 2019 with a loss to Jake Atlas.

In February 2019, Jungle Boy teamed up with Luchasaurus, forming the unforgettable duo "A Boy and His Dinosaur." May 2019 saw Jungle Boy step into the ring for a special tribute match honouring his late father. In a heartfelt moment, he emerged victorious against his father's friend, actor, and WCW World Heavyweight Champion David Arquette.

All Elite Wrestling (2019 - Present)

Jungle Boy (Jack Perry) signed with AEW in 2019 and quickly became a regular on their shows. He initially competed in singles matches but then formed a successful tag team, Jurassic Express, with Luchasaurus and Marko Stunt. Despite some early losses, Jurassic Express established itself as a fan-favorite team.

Jungle Boy continued to rack up experience in AEW throughout the rest of 2019 and into 2020. He faced off against established stars like Chris Jericho and MJF, though he wasn't able to secure any major victories. However, alongside Luchasaurus, he participated in several tag team matches, including a battle royal opportunity to become the number one contender for the AEW World Tag Team Championship.

Jungle Boy's momentum grew in 2021. He and Luchasaurus continued to chase tag team glory in the Casino Tag Team Royale but fell short. However, Jungle Boy's star power shone brightly when he won the Casino Battle Royale, securing a future championship match. Though he couldn't dethrone Kenny Omega for the AEW World Championship, Jungle Boy continued to impress alongside Jurassic Express. They aligned with Christian Cage, forming a temporary alliance that culminated in a major victory at Full Gear. Here, they defeated the dominant team of The Young Bucks and Adam Cole in a brutal falls count anywhere match.

Christian Cage Mentors and Betrays Jungle Boy

2022 became a turning point for Jungle Boy. Alongside Luchasaurus, they reached the pinnacle of tag team success in AEW by capturing the World Tag Team Championship in January. Their reign wasn't without challenges, successfully defending the titles against formidable teams like The Young Bucks and reDRagon. However, their momentum shifted at Double or Nothing where they retained the championship in a chaotic three-way match. June 15th marked a significant moment - not only did they lose the titles to The Young Bucks in a brutal ladder match, but Jungle Boy suffered a shocking betrayal by his mentor, Christian Cage.

Single Wrestler as Jack Perry

He lost to Christian Cage at All Out and that defeat was compounded by Luchasaurus siding with Cage. However, Perry persevered. He triumphed over Luchasaurus in a brutal steel cage match at Full Gear, then under his real name Jack Perry, took down members of The Firm alongside Hook. The saga with Christian Cage continued. After a vicious attack reignited their feud, Perry achieved finality with a decisive victory in a brutal "Final Burial" match at Revolution. He then set his sights on the biggest prize in AEW, the World Championship, though falling short in a four-way match at Double or Nothing.

At Forbidden Door in June, Jack Perry shed his past, both in name and character. He challenged for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship under his real name Jack Perry, but ultimately lost. This marked a turning point as he attacked Hook after the match, transforming into a villain for the first time and abandoning the Jungle Boy persona. Perry's newfound aggression led him to victory over Hook at Dynamite: Blood & Guts in July. He captured the FTW Championship, his first singles title, and ended Hook's undefeated streak. However, his reign was short-lived. At All Out Zero Hour in August, Hook defeated Perry, reclaiming the FTW Championship. This match also saw tensions rise between Perry and CM Punk, culminating in a backstage altercation that resulted in Perry's suspension.

Returning to AEW and joining The Elite

After a period of suspension, he re-emerged alongside The Young Bucks in April 2024, assisting them in winning the AEW World Tag Team Championships. His affiliation was further solidified when he arrived with The Elite (including The Young Bucks and Kazuchika Okada) on Dynamite. The episode concluded with a shocking turn of events, as Perry and The Elite attacked AEW President Tony Khan.

NJPW (2024 - Present)

Jack Perry's ambitions extended beyond AEW in early 2024. He made a surprise debut in New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) at Battle in the Valley, attacking Shota Umino and symbolically tearing up his AEW contract. He participated in the prestigious New Japan Cup, defeating Umino in the first round with help from the villainous House of Torture stable. Perry then sided with them, embracing a darker persona. Although his cup run ended in the quarterfinals, he continued his rivalry with Umino, culminating in a respectful handshake after their rematch at Windy City Riot.

Jack Perry Family

Who is Jack Perry's Father?

Jack Perry is the son of actor Luke Perry. Luke Perry, a renowned actor, rose to fame in the 1990s as Dylan McKay on the teen drama "Beverly Hills, 90210." His portrayal of a brooding bad boy with a heart of gold captured the hearts of millions. While Luke Perry's career spanned across film and television, Jack Perry has set his sights on the wrestling ring, achieving success in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW).

Who is Jack Perry's Mother?

Not much is known about Jack Perry’s mother besides her name Rachel Sharp. Jack Perry has kept his personal life private and thus, not much is known of his family.

Who is Jack Perry's Maternal Grandfather?

Jack Perry's maternal lineage is distinguished by his grandfather, the Scottish novelist and screenwriter Alan Sharp. Sharp's literary background undoubtedly played a role in shaping Jack's own interests. Alan Sharp published two novels in the 1960s, and wrote screenplay for more than twenty movies.

Jack Perry Girlfriend

As per various reports, Jack Perry is dating fellow AEW Wreslter Anna Jay. Anna Jay is an accomplished wrestler in her own right. Debuting in 2019, she's become a rising star in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). While Jack hails from a literary background, Anna Jay brings athletic prowess and charisma to the table, making them a well-rounded and dynamic couple both inside and outside the squared circle.

Jack Perry Championships Won