Team Information
Owner(s) | Malakai Black |
About House of Black
Team Information
Founded | August 1, 2021 |
Members | Malakai Black, Brody King, Buddy Matthews, Julia Hart |
The House of Black Bio
The House of Black is a wrestling stable in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). It is driven by the Malakai Black and other individuals Brody King, Julia Hart, and Buddy Matthews. With a villainous demeanor, they have left their imprint as former AEW World Trios Champions. They showcased predominance both in AEW and Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG), where they ruled as PWG World Tag Team Champions. The team originated in PWG in 2021 as the Kings of the Black Throne. Their transition to AEW cemented their presence, laying out the House of Black with the motto "The House Always Wins."
Name | Malakai Black | Brody King | Buddy Matthews | Julia Hart |
Born | 19 May 1985 | March 17, 1987 | 26 September 1988 | November 8, 2001 |
Nationality | Dutch | American | Australian | American |
Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) |
Weight | 215 lb (98 kg | 285 lb (129 kg) | 225 lb (102 kg) | 149 lb (68 kg) |
Family | Zelina Vega (Wife) | Ashley Blauvelt (Wife) | Rhea Ripley (Engaged) | Lee Johnson (Husband) |
Birthplace | Alkmaar, Netherlands | Van Nuys, California, U.S. | Melbourne, Australia | Cambridge, Minnesota, U.S. |
Debut | 18 June 2002 | July 31, 2015 | 8 September 2007 | November 22, 2019 |
Early Life
Born on May 19, 1985, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, Malakai Black flaunts a rich martial arts background. His training incorporates pencak silat, kickboxing, and Muay Thai, teachings that have altogether affected his wrestling style.
Born in Van Nuys, California, US on March 17, 1987, Brody King began his journey into pro wrestling after at first working in the vehicle park of the Kia Forum.
Born in Melbourne, Victoria, on September 26, 1988, Buddy Matthews finished his schooling at Berwick Auxiliary School, graduating in 2006.
Brought up in Minnesota, Hart spent six years as a competitive cheerleader during her early days. After moving on from secondary school, she became disinterested and disillusioned with the game. After realizing that she had reached her prime in cheerleading, Hart considered pro wrestling to be a promising career and chose to make the change.
The House of Black Professional Wrestling Career
Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (2021–present)
Malakai Black made a sensational return of Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG) close by Brody King. Together, they came to face the PWG Title holder Bandido during an attack by Black Taurus, Super Dragon, and Demonic Flamita. This led to the formation of the tag team known as Kings of the Black Throne. Their partnership immediately demonstrated success as they beat Taurus and Flamita to catch the vacated PWG World Tag Team Title. King's statement of following Malakai Black any place he would go hardened their alliance, making way for their dominance in PWG.
All Elite Wrestling (2022–present)
Malakai Black made a dramatic entry into All Elite Wrestling in 2021, targeting Arn Anderson and Cody Rhodes with his signature Black Mass. Soon after, he started a feud with Death Triangle and The Varsity Blonds. This made way for the development of the House of Black close by Brody King and Buddy Matthews. Their predominance was obvious when they went on to beat Erick Redbeard and Death Triangle at Revolution's buy-in.
Malakai Black's sinister strategies reached out to Julia Hart, whom he blinded with black mist. This drives her to join The House of Black after betraying The Varsity Blonds. This partnership was tried against Death Triangle at the event of Double Or Nothing, where Hart's inclusion cemented her allegiance. In the meantime, Brody King was in a feud with Darby Allin and lost a coffin match against him. The House of Black confronted Miro, Sting, and Darby Allin, at All Out PPV.
Their success peaked at Revolution 2023, where they secured the AEW World Trios Title from The Elite stable. However, their reign did not last many days as they lost the titles to Billy Gunn and The Acclaimed at All In pay-per-view. In the meantime, Julia Hart left a mark on the world by catching the AEW TBS Title at Full Gear. She just lost it to Willow Nightingale at AEW Dynasty 2024.
The House of Black Awards and Achievements
All Elite Wrestling | AEW World Trios Title (1 time) - Malakai Black, Brody King, and Buddy Matthews AEW TBS Title (1 time) - Julia Hart Royal Rampage (2022) - Brody King |
Melbourne City Wrestling | MCW World Heavyweight Title (1 time) - Buddy Matthews |
Pro Wrestling Guerrilla | PWG World Tag Team Title (1 time, current) – Malakai Black and Brody King |
The House of Black Net Worth
Malakai Black's net worth is $2 million as of April 2024, which is generally procured from wrestling, endorsements, and a training academy. Julia Hart's net worth ranges from $500,000 to $1 million as of April 2024, principally from wrestling agreements and social media collaborations. Buddy Matthews has a net worth of $5 million as of April 2024, procured through wrestling, social media, online gaming, and PPV appearances. Brody King's net worth is more than $1 million as of April 2024, from wrestling, music shows, merchandise, and collaborations.
The House of Black Partners
Malakai Black is Married to professional wrestler Zelina Vega who is popular by her birth name Thea Trinidad. They got married on 23 November 2018. They met while performing for WWE NXT. Brody King is presently involved with his wife Ashley Blauvelt, who is a professional artist. They got married in 2006 and have two children, a son, Dante, and a daughter, Tallulah. Buddy Matthews is presently engaged to WWE Superstar Rhea Ripley from 2023. He also had a former relationship with another WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss which ended in 2018. The only female member of House of Black, Julia Hart is married to professional wrestler Lee Johnson. They got married in 2023, one year after their engagement.
Also Read: Brody King Wife
FAQs on House of Black
A. Malakai Black, Buddy Matthews, Brody King, and Julia Hart are the members of House of Black stable.
A. Julia Hart joined House of Black at Double or Nothing in 2022.
A. Buddy Matthews joined House of Black on February 23, 2022.
A. Julia Hart earns from her salary, merchandise sales in AEW, and social media collaborations.