Naomi is an American professional wrestler and former dancer. The SmackDown Superstar first showed up at WWE's Florida Title Wrestling (FCW) in 2009. She was the former holder of the FCW Divas Title alongside the FCW Divas Title Challenge in 2010. She was the runner-up in the NXT season 3 around the same time. Transitioning to the main roster after two years in 2012, she framed The Funkadactyls tag team with Cameron and later became an on-screen manager of The Usos.
As a singles wrestler, Naomi bagged the WWE SmackDown Women's Title twice, and as a tag team won the the WWE Women's Tag Team Title one time. She was the Most Underrated Superstar of the Year in 2018, the year she won WrestleMania Women's Battle Royal. After her exit from WWE, Naomi contended in Complete Total Nonstop Action Wrestling and came out on top for the TNA Knockouts World Title. Naomi made her WWE return in 2024 at the Royal Rumble. She won the Comeback of the Year award in 2023 and was placed on the PWI list in 2015.
What Nationality is Naomi?
Naomi holds American Nationality. All of Naomi's family members such as her father, mother, and brother are of the same nationality. The 36-year-old has a mixed-ethnic background but considers herself as an American citizen.
What Ethnicity is Naomi?
Naomi belongs to an African-American ethnic background. Either Naomi's mother Gracy Posley or father Shawn Derek McCarey have an African background from birth which Naomi got by blood. Naomi mentioned herself during a photoshoot with The New Day as an African-American on her official Instagram. She was the first African-American holder of the SmackDown’s Women’s Title.
Naomi’s Birthplace and Hometown
Naomi was born in Sanford, Florida, United States which is also her hometown. She was billed from Orlando, Florida, US. She graduated from Florida-based Oviedo High School in her hometown. The former dancer was a regular performer for the basketball team the Orlando Magic. She was additionally featured for rapper Flo Rida as a background dancer in a music album.
Naomi’s Parents
Naomi's parents are Shawn Derek McCarey and Gracy Posley. According to the pictures on Instagram Gracy is around 50 years of age as of May 2024. She shares a close bond with Naomi and frequently posts pictures with her on Instagram. Shawn Derek McCarey, Naomi's dad is a professional musician who is the lead singer of a music band in Southern Florida, USA. Known for their dynamic performances, Derek and his band perform on different occasions, including weddings and shows, both locally and globally. They are renowned for their presentation of current and retro music.
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