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\"Bryan<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Real Name<\/strong>: Bryan Lloyd Danielson
Ring Name<\/strong>: Bryan Danielson, Daniel Bryan
Nickname(s)<\/strong>: The American Dragon, Yes! Man, The Best in the World
Height<\/strong>: 5’10” (178 cm)
Weight<\/strong>: 210 lbs (95 kg)
Born<\/strong>: May 22, 1981, in Aberdeen, Washington, USA
Nationality<\/strong>: American
Trained by<\/strong>: Shawn Michaels<\/a>, Tom Prichard<\/a>, Les Thatcher<\/a>
Debut<\/strong>: 1999
Current Promotion<\/strong>: AEW (All Elite Wrestling)
Retirement<\/strong>: Active (as of 2025)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Early Life and Wrestling Beginnings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bryan Danielson was born in Aberdeen, Washington, where his passion for wrestling began at an early age. He trained at a local school before attending Shawn Michaels\u2019 wrestling school<\/a><\/strong> and later developing his skills under prominent trainers like Tom Prichard<\/a><\/strong> and Les Thatcher<\/a><\/strong>. Bryan\u2019s early influences were technical wrestling legends such as Bret Hart<\/a><\/strong>, Shawn Michaels<\/a><\/strong>, and Terry Funk<\/a><\/strong>, leading him to gravitate toward a more technical, submission-based wrestling style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before his rise in mainstream promotions, Bryan spent his early years honing his craft on the independent circuit. He became a standout talent, particularly known for his versatility, technical skill, and work rate. His time in Ring of Honor (ROH)<\/a><\/strong><\/strong> and other indie promotions in the early 2000s helped him earn a reputation as one of the best pure wrestlers in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Independent Circuit (1999\u20132009)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bryan Danielson first gained widespread recognition in Ring of Honor (ROH)<\/a><\/strong>, where he competed under the name The American Dragon<\/strong>. He was known for his hard-hitting, technical style, and his ability to put on five-star matches with a variety of opponents. Danielson became synonymous with ROH’s emphasis on in-ring excellence, becoming a fan favorite for his dedication to technical wrestling and gritty performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Accomplishments in ROH<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n